Cortex
by Relay
Is this your podcast?Cortex is hosted by Relay, an independent podcast creator known for producing insightful content in the technology space. The show features CGP Grey and Myke Hurley, both recognized for their expertise in productivity and creative workflows…
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Estimated from 17 chart positions in 17 markets.
By chart position
- 🇦🇺AU · Technology#1375K to 30K
- 🇬🇧GB · Technology#1745K to 30K
- 🇺🇸US · Technology#1905K to 30K
- 🇧🇷BR · Technology#6410K to 30K
- 🇫🇷FR · Technology#9410K to 30K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
35K to 141K🎙 Weekly cadence·177 episodes·Last published 2mo ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
71K to 281K🇦🇺11%🇬🇧11%🇺🇸11%+14 more - Active Followers
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21K to 84K117K real followers tracked across platforms
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From 13 epsHost
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Recent episodes
180: From Instagram Poems to a Bestselling Book, with Loryn Brantz
Jun 22, 2026
1h 26m 02s
179: The Philosophy of Obsidian, with CEO Steph Ango
May 25, 2026
1h 11m 55s
178: The Process of Investigative Reporting, With Jason Schreier
Apr 27, 2026
1h 01m 04s
177: How Major Life Changes Reshape Creative Workflows, With Quinn Nelson
Mar 23, 2026
1h 13m 45s
176: Going From a Newsroom to Being Independent, With Becca Farsace
Feb 16, 2026
54m 29s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/22/26 | independent creatorpoetry+3 | Loryn Brantz | Sesame StreetBuzzFeed | — | Loryn Brantzpoems+3 | — | 1h 26m 02s | ||
| 5/25/26 | tools for thoughtknowledge management+3 | Steph Ango | Obsidian | — | Obsidianknowledge management+3 | — | 1h 11m 55s | ||
| 4/27/26 | investigative reportingjournalism+4 | Jason Schreier | Bloomberg | — | investigative reportingjournalism+3 | — | 1h 01m 04s | ||
| 3/23/26 | creative workflowsparenting+3 | Quinn Nelson | Snazzy Labs | — | creative workflowparenthood+3 | — | 1h 13m 45s | ||
| 2/16/26 | independent creationworkflow+3 | Becca Farsace | The Verge | — | independent creatorworkflow+3 | — | 54m 29s | ||
| 1/15/26 | technologyvideo production+3 | Alec | Technology Connections | — | topic selectiondeep research+4 | — | 1h 04m 03s | ||
| 12/12/25 | technologyproduct reviews+3 | Marques Brownlee | State of the Workflow | — | product narrativewriting scripts+3 | — | 1h 21m 15s | ||
| 11/11/25 | creativityproductivity+3 | Hank Green | Good.StoreState of the Workflow | — | creative lifeYouTube+3 | — | 1h 20m 39s | ||
| 10/21/25 | workflowpodcasting+3 | David Pierce | InstallerHumane AI Pin+3 | — | Humane AI Pin reviewThe Vergecast+3 | — | 1h 29m 12s | ||
| 9/15/25 | workflowtechnology+3 | Casey Newton | Platformer | — | Platformeridea capture+4 | — | 1h 23m 34s | ||
| 8/18/25 | workflowproduct design+3 | Simone Giertz | — | — | early sketchesCAD prototypes+3 | — | 1h 13m 28s | ||
| 7/17/25 | writingtechnology+3 | John Gruber | Daring FireballState of the Workflow | — | capturing ideasdrafting articles+3 | — | 1h 32m 23s | ||
| 6/24/25 | workflowYouTube+3 | Austin Evans | YouTubeAustin+1 | — | dual phonesYouTube Shorts strategies+3 | — | 1h 38m 19s |
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About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Cortex is hosted by Relay, an independent podcast creator known for producing insightful content in the technology space. The show features CGP Grey and Myke Hurley, both recognized for their expertise in productivity and creative workflows. What sets Cortex apart is its deep dive into the thought processes and work habits of creative individuals. Each episode explores topics such as workflow management, essential apps and devices, and productivity habits, providing listeners with practical insights to enhance their own creative endeavors. With an estimated audience of over 250,000, Cortex appeals to professionals, creatives, and tech enthusiasts seeking to optimize their work processes. Listeners gain valuable strategies and inspiration for improving productivity, making the show a rich resource for anyone looking to refine their approach to work.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 117K
- Total plays: 11M
- Total reviews: 1.4K
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 297
Castbox
- Followers: 20K
- Plays: 631K
- Reviews: 59
YouTube
- Subscribers: 92K
- Views: 11M
- Videos: 246
Podcast App
- Followers: 1.3K
- Reviews: 1.3K
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 2.7K
- Reviews: 19
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Chart history for Cortex
Peaked at #22 in PH, currently #22 in PH.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PH | — | #22 | #22 | — |
| TR | — | #30 | #30 | — |
| ID | — | #44 | #44 | — |
| Brazil | — | #64 | #64 | — |
| France | — | #94 | #94 | — |
| IS | — | #115 | #115 | — |
| Spain | — | #129 | #129 | — |
| Australia | — | #137 | #137 | — |
| IL | — | #139 | #139 | — |
| PL | — | #141 | #141 | — |
| South Korea | — | #147 | #147 | — |
| CO | — | #169 | #169 | — |
| NG | — | #170 | #170 | — |
| United Kingdom | — | #174 | #174 | — |
| TW | — | #175 | #175 | — |
| Denmark | — | #176 | #176 | — |
| United States | — | #190 | #190 | — |
Chart Positions
17 placements across 17 markets.
Chart Positions
17 placements across 17 markets.