Why She Stayed, hosted by Grace Stuart, examines why people remain in domestic violence relationships, combining survivor stories with guest conversations on coercive control and abuser tactics. The show has 92 episodes released weekly, typically 60 to 90 minutes long. Estimated downloads per episode are 20,000 to 80,000, with a rate of $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll ad.
Engaged survivor-focused audience listening to weekly, long-form domestic violence education
- Weekly episodes with 92 releases and sustained output since April 2024
- Long episodes, median about 70 minutes, give sponsors extended listening time
- Apple rating of 4.7 from 225 ratings signals an engaged, loyal listener base
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- solo monologue, interview, survivor narrative
- Tone
- empathetic, serious
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 40 to 105 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Feed is flagged explicit and episodes discuss abuse and violence in detail, such as the episode titled 'Ep. 92 Abusers Don't Lose Control- They Deploy It'.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | shows.acast.com/why-she-stayed |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1742281264 |
| RSS feed | feeds.acast.com/public/shows/6604e12b53b2df00161… |
Benchmark score: 82 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Ep. 102: He Says You're Free, But Are You Really? | 2026-10-13 | 39 min |
| Ep. 101: The Power in Seeing the Cycle Unfold Close Together | 2026-10-06 | 1 h 5 min |
| Ep. 100: Could the Word "Narcissist" Be Setting Us Back? | 2026-09-29 | 44 min |
| 99: "“You Always Leave Right When I’m About to Turn a Corner” | 2026-09-22 | 1 h 8 min |
| 98: What Change Does Not Look Like & How to Test Them | 2026-09-15 | 48 min |
| 97: The #1 Thing You Must Know About Abuse For a Lasting Breakthrough | 2026-09-02 | 33 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
A podcast where we dive deep into what really goes on inside of domestic violence relationships that makes it so hard to simply "just leave". Through stories of survivors, and practical conversations with guests, I am going to put the microscope back on what the abuser is doing that causes us to become so trapped in the first place, and how each survivor was eventually freed. We will discuss what…
About Why She Stayed
Why She Stayed is a weekly podcast hosted by Grace Stuart that examines why people remain in domestic violence relationships. Episodes combine survivor stories, guest interviews and solo discussion of coercive control and abuser tactics, according to the show's feed and description on Acast.
The feed lists 92 episodes released weekly, with a median runtime of roughly 70 minutes. Apple Podcasts shows a 4.7 average rating from 225 ratings. Listeners are estimated, not measured, to be mostly women aged 25 to 44 in English-speaking countries, with an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode.
The feed shows no sponsors or funding links. Based on the estimated audience, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $360 to $2,000 per episode. Brands in safety, wellness or education that can handle sensitive subject matter are the best fit.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Why She Stayed can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Why She Stayed
How much does Why She Stayed charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates are about $360 to $2,000 per episode, based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode. Contact the show through Starbooked for a confirmed quote.
What is Why She Stayed about?
Why She Stayed is a weekly podcast hosted by Grace Stuart about why people stay in domestic violence relationships. It features survivor stories, guest interviews and discussion of coercive control and abuse.
How do I contact Why She Stayed about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked directly.
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