Hosted by Bill Mitchell, author of the memoir When Dating Hurts, this show covers dating abuse and domestic violence through survivor interviews, expert guests and safety guidance. It runs 394 episodes with a cadence of about one every three days, typical length around 40 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, implying a rate of $90 to $625 per episode. A distinctive detail is its 2026 Purple Ribbon Award for Outstanding Domestic Violence Podcast.
Trusted domestic violence podcast with a 2026 Purple Ribbon Award and engaged listeners
- 394 episodes released about every three days, giving sustained visibility over time
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.7 from 336 ratings, with most reviews at five stars
- Audience built around survivor stories and expert guidance, a serious and attentive context
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, solo monologue, narrative
- Tone
- serious, supportive
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 20 to 75 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The feed shows no sponsor mentions, and the website links to the book on Amazon and a donation page.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episode 'Mirroring - The Narcissist's Deadliest Trap' and survivor episodes describe sexual coercion and near-fatal violence, so the show is flagged for violence and adult themes.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.whendatinghurts.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1542478530 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/when-dating-hurts |
Benchmark score: 87 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 396. Warning Signs - Knowing Psychological Traps and Staying Safe | 2026-10-17 | 29 min |
| 395. Callie O’Reilly – A University Student’s Story of Love, Manipulat | 2026-10-13 | 49 min |
| 380. "Leaving: The Hardest and Most Dangerous Decision You'll Ever Mak | 2026-10-10 | 16 min |
| 393. Patricia Gordon Stevens - Leaving: The Fear, Shame & Coercive Con | 2026-10-06 | 57 min |
| 388. Loss of Self Esteem - How Abuse Steals Who You Are | 2026-10-03 | 30 min |
| 392. Jocelyn - Pt 2 of 2 Pts - Coercive Control, Family Court Nightmar | 2026-09-29 | 1 h 17 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 2 days ago, a new one about every 3 days.
A "must-listen-to" podcast on dating abuse and domestic violence, also known as intimate partner violence. . Hosted by Bill Mitchell, author of the memoir, WHEN DATING HURTS (Amazon), this book is about the murder of his daughter by her ex-boyfriend. Bill and his wife, Michele, lost Kristin to dating violence. She was brutally murdered in June 2005, just 20 days after her college graduation.…
About WHEN DATING HURTS
When Dating Hurts is a podcast hosted by Bill Mitchell, author of the memoir When Dating Hurts, which tells the story of his daughter Kristin's murder by a former boyfriend. The show covers dating abuse and domestic violence through interviews with survivors, domestic violence counselors, law enforcement professionals and parents, as well as topic episodes on warning signs, coercive control and safety planning, according to the show's website and feed.
The feed lists 394 episodes released about every three days, with a median episode length of roughly 40 minutes. The Apple Podcasts listing shows 336 ratings with an average of 4.7. The website states that the show won the 2026 Purple Ribbon Award for Outstanding Domestic Violence Podcast or Blog from DomesticShelters.org.
Listeners are estimated, not measured, at 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, skewing toward adults aged 25 to 44. The feed shows no sponsors, so the show is best suited to brands in safety, wellness or social cause categories. Estimated rates run from about $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. WHEN DATING HURTS can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about WHEN DATING HURTS
How much does When Dating Hurts charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $90 to $625 per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's current terms and the sponsorship package offered.
What is When Dating Hurts about?
The show covers dating abuse and domestic violence through survivor interviews, expert guests and safety guidance. It was created by Bill Mitchell, whose daughter was murdered by an ex-boyfriend in 2005.
How do I contact When Dating Hurts about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked directly through Starbooked.
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