Real Time with Bill Maher
by HBO Podcasts
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Ep. #744: Malcolm Gladwell, Fareed Zakaria, Anand Giridharadas
Oct 3, 2026
59m 22s
Overtime – Episode #743: Andrew Huberman, Jonathan Swan, James Kirchick
Sep 29, 2026
15m 38s
Ep. #743: Andrew Huberman, Jonathan Swan, James Kirchick
Sep 26, 2026
59m 30s
Overtime – Episode #742: Jessica Tarlov, Kevin Roose, Christopher Rufo
Sep 22, 2026
13m 30s
Ep. #742: Jessica Tarlov, Kevin Roose, Christopher Rufo
Sep 19, 2026
1h 00m 07s
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Audience Interest
- political commentary
- current events
Podcast Focus
- weekly news analysis
- guest interviews
Publishing Consistency
- 834 episodes total
- active for 11 years
Platform Reach
- available on HBO
- streaming on HBO Max
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Total monthly reach
Estimated from 36 chart positions in 36 markets.
By chart position
- 🇨🇦CA · News#20300K to 1M
- 🇺🇸US · News#27100K to 300K
- 🇬🇧GB · News#8430K to 100K
- 🇦🇺AU · News#9230K to 100K
- 🇩🇪DE · News#1855K to 30K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
160K to 539K🎙 Daily cadence·864 episodes·Last published yesterday - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
534K to 1.8M🇨🇦56%🇺🇸17%🇬🇧6%+33 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
213K to 718K3.1M real followers tracked across platforms
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/3/26 | Ep. #744: Malcolm Gladwell, Fareed Zakaria, Anand Giridharadas | Bill’s guests are Malcolm Gladwell, Fareed Zakaria, Anand Giridharadas (Originally aired 10/2/26) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 59m 22s | ||||||
| 9/29/26 | Overtime – Episode #743: Andrew Huberman, Jonathan Swan, James Kirchick | Bill Maher and his guests answer viewer questions after the show. (Originally aired 9/25/26) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 15m 38s | ||||||
| 9/26/26 | Ep. #743: Andrew Huberman, Jonathan Swan, James Kirchick | Bill’s guests are Andrew Huberman, Jonathan Swan, James Kirchick (Originally aired 9/25/26) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 59m 30s | ||||||
| 9/22/26 | Overtime – Episode #742: Jessica Tarlov, Kevin Roose, Christopher Rufo | Bill Maher and his guests answer viewer questions after the show. (Originally aired 9/18/26) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 13m 30s | ||||||
| 9/19/26 | Ep. #742: Jessica Tarlov, Kevin Roose, Christopher Rufo | Bill’s guests are Jessica Tarlov, Kevin Roose, Christopher Rufo (Originally aired 9/18/26) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 00m 07s | ||||||
| 9/15/26 | Overtime – Episode #741: Max Brooks, Sarah Longwell | Bill Maher and his guests answer viewer questions after the show. (Originally aired 9/11/26) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 17m 25s | ||||||
| 9/12/26 | Ep. #741: Terry Bradshaw, Max Brooks, Sarah Longwell | Bill’s guests are Terry Bradshaw, Max Brooks, Sarah Longwell. (Originally aired 9/11/26) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 59m 29s | ||||||
| 9/1/26 | viewer questionspolitics+3 | Byron DonaldsMolly Jong-Fast+1 | — | — | Bill Maherviewers+3 | — | 21m 43s | ||
| 8/29/26 | politicscurrent events+3 | Byron DonaldsMolly Jong-Fast+1 | — | — | Byron DonaldsMolly Jong-Fast+4 | — | 1h 01m 04s | ||
| 8/25/26 | viewer questionspolitics+1 | Dana BashJeremy Peters | — | — | viewer questionspolitics+3 | — | 15m 52s | ||
| 8/22/26 | politicsinterviews+1 | Hunter BidenDana Bash+1 | — | — | Hunter BidenDana Bash+3 | — | 1h 01m 06s | ||
| 8/18/26 | viewer questionspolitics+3 | Ryan HolidayAndrew Cuomo+1 | — | — | Bill MaherRyan Holiday+5 | — | 16m 28s | ||
| 8/15/26 | politicsmedia+1 | Ryan HolidayAndrew Cuomo+1 | — | — | Bill MaherRyan Holiday+4 | — | 1h 00m 08s | ||
| 8/11/26 | viewer questionspolitics+3 | Mike RoweTara Palmeri+1 | — | — | Bill MaherMike Rowe+5 | — | 17m 06s | ||
| 8/8/26 | politicsmedia+1 | Mike RoweTara Palmeri+1 | — | — | Bill MaherMike Rowe+5 | — | 1h 00m 32s | ||
| 8/4/26 | viewer questionscurrent events+3 | Erin BrockovichScott Galloway+1 | — | — | Bill MaherErin Brockovich+5 | — | 13m 22s | ||
| 8/1/26 | environmentmedia+3 | Erin BrockovichScott Galloway+1 | — | — | Erin BrockovichScott Galloway+5 | — | 1h 00m 32s | ||
| 6/30/26 | viewer questionspolitics+1 | Sen. Raphael WarnockLarry Wilmore | — | — | Bill MaherSen. Raphael Warnock+3 | — | 13m 23s | ||
| 6/27/26 | politicsinterview+1 | Sen. Raphael WarnockLarry Wilmore | HBO Podcasts | — | Bill MaherSen. Raphael Warnock+3 | — | 59m 43s | ||
| 6/23/26 | viewer questionspolitics+3 | Rep. Ro KhannaJonathan Martin | — | — | viewer questionspolitics+3 | — | 16m 22s | ||
| 6/20/26 | politicsentertainment+1 | Sam LevinsonRep. Ro Khanna+1 | — | — | Bill MaherSam Levinson+5 | — | 1h 01m 02s | ||
| 6/16/26 | viewer questionscurrent events+3 | David SedarisIan Bremmer+1 | — | — | Bill MaherDavid Sedaris+3 | — | 14m 49s | ||
| 6/13/26 | politicscomedy+1 | David SedarisIan Bremmer+1 | — | — | Bill MaherDavid Sedaris+5 | — | 1h 00m 08s | ||
| 6/9/26 | viewer questionspolitics+1 | Sen. Chris MurphyAmb. Susan Rice | — | — | Bill MaherSen. Chris Murphy+3 | — | 10m 31s | ||
| 6/6/26 | politicsgovernment+3 | Mike PenceChris Murphy+1 | — | — | Bill MaherMike Pence+5 | — | 59m 58s | ||
| 6/2/26 | viewer questionspolitics+3 | Neil deGrasse TysonKevin McCarthy+1 | — | — | Bill MaherNeil deGrasse Tyson+5 | — | 16m 11s | ||
| 5/30/26 | sciencepolitics+3 | Neil deGrasse TysonKevin McCarthy+1 | — | — | Bill MaherNeil deGrasse Tyson+5 | — | 58m 52s | ||
| 5/19/26 | viewer questionspolitics+1 | Ben McKenzieDan Jones+1 | — | — | viewer questionspolitics+4 | — | 14m 38s | ||
| 5/16/26 | politicsmedia+1 | Ben McKenzieDan Jones+1 | HBO Podcasts | — | Bill MaherBen McKenzie+5 | — | 59m 13s | ||
| 5/12/26 | viewer questionspolitics+1 | John FettermanDan Crenshaw+1 | — | — | viewer questionspolitics+4 | — | 19m 37s | ||
| 5/9/26 | politicsinterview+1 | John FettermanDan Crenshaw+1 | — | — | Bill MaherJohn Fetterman+4 | — | 1h 00m 26s | ||
| 5/5/26 | viewer questionspolitics+1 | Gillian TettBret Stephens | — | — | viewer questionspolitics+3 | — | 14m 46s | ||
| 5/2/26 | politicscurrent events+1 | Gavin NewsomGillian Tett+1 | — | — | Bill MaherGavin Newsom+5 | — | 1h 00m 43s | ||
| 4/28/26 | viewer questionspolitics+1 | Wes MooreChris Cuomo+1 | HBO Podcasts | — | Bill MaherWes Moore+5 | — | 14m 36s | ||
| 4/25/26 | politicsgovernance+3 | Wes MooreChris Cuomo+1 | — | — | Bill MaherWes Moore+5 | — | 59m 17s | ||
| 4/21/26 | viewer questionspolitics+3 | Kara SwisherRahm Emanuel+1 | — | — | Bill MaherKara Swisher+5 | — | 19m 47s | ||
| 4/18/26 | politicsmedia+1 | Kara SwisherRahm Emanuel+1 | — | — | Bill MaherKara Swisher+5 | — | 1h 00m 20s | ||
| 4/14/26 | viewer questionspolitics+1 | Ezekiel EmanuelDouglas Murray+1 | — | — | Bill MaherEzekiel Emanuel+3 | — | 14m 13s | ||
| 4/11/26 | healthcarepolitics+3 | Ezekiel EmanuelDouglas Murray+1 | — | — | Ezekiel EmanuelDouglas Murray+5 | — | 1h 00m 40s | ||
| 3/31/26 | viewer questionspolitics+3 | Sen. Elissa SlotkinStephen A. Smith+1 | — | — | Bill MaherSen. Elissa Slotkin+3 | — | 23m 15s | ||
| 3/28/26 | politicsmedia+3 | Sen. Elissa SlotkinStephen A. Smith+1 | — | — | Bill MaherElissa Slotkin+4 | — | 59m 56s | ||
| 3/24/26 | viewer questionspolitics+1 | Rep. Anna Paulina LunaPaul Begala | — | — | viewer questionspolitics+3 | — | 18m 20s | ||
| 3/21/26 | technologypolitics+3 | Tristan HarrisPaul Begala+1 | — | — | Tristan HarrisPaul Begala+4 | — | 1h 00m 57s | ||
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Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
HBO Podcasts is a prominent player in the podcasting space, recognized for producing content that engages with pressing cultural and political topics. They leverage the credibility of HBO's brand to create compelling audio experiences that resonate with a diverse audience. "Real Time with Bill Maher" stands out for its unfiltered approach to contemporary news and social issues, blending humor with critical analysis. The podcast features Maher’s conversations with a variety of guests, offering listeners a mix of satire and serious debate. The format encourages open dialogue, especially during the post-show segment "Overtime," where audience engagement is prioritized. The show attracts a wide audience, including politically engaged listeners who appreciate Maher’s candid commentary and thought-provoking discussions. Listeners value the blend of entertainment and insight, gaining a deeper understanding of current events while enjoying Maher’s unique comedic perspective.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 3.1M
- Total plays: 1873M
- Total reviews: 16K
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 73K
Castbox
- Followers: 77K
- Plays: 2.9M
- Reviews: 314
YouTube
- Subscribers: 3.0M
- Views: 1870M
- Videos: 2.5K
Podcast App
- Followers: 16K
- Reviews: 15K
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 10K
- Reviews: 22
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Audience
general
Key insights
What the show covers
- weekly news analysis
- guest interviews
- post-show conversations
- humorous insights
Audience interests
- political commentary
- current events
- social issues
- entertainment discussions
Platform reach
- available on HBO
- streaming on HBO Max
- no other platforms detected
- limited distribution information
Publishing consistency
- 834 episodes total
- active for 11 years
- weekly release schedule
- reliable episode availability
Chart history for Real Time with Bill Maher
Peaked at #20 in Canada, currently #20 in Canada.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | — | #20 | #20 | — |
| United States | — | #27 | #27 | — |
| South Africa | — | #37 | #37 | — |
| CL | — | #42 | #42 | — |
| India | — | #51 | #51 | — |
| HK | — | #51 | #51 | — |
| AE | — | #57 | #57 | — |
| AR | — | #57 | #57 | — |
| SG | — | #59 | #59 | — |
| KE | — | #62 | #62 | — |
| IL | — | #67 | #67 | — |
| Ireland | — | #69 | #69 | — |
| Finland | — | #72 | #72 | — |
| United Kingdom | — | #84 | #84 | — |
| Norway | — | #88 | #88 | — |
| Australia | — | #92 | #92 | — |
| IS | — | #118 | #118 | — |
| CH | — | #119 | #119 | — |
| NG | — | #122 | #122 | — |
| New Zealand | — | #132 | #132 | — |
Chart Positions
36 placements across 36 markets.
Chart Positions
36 placements across 36 markets.