The Longest Shortest Time
by Hillary Frank | Realm
Is this your podcast?Hillary Frank is an independent podcast creator known for her engaging storytelling and insightful exploration of parenting and family dynamics. With her experience in audio journalism, she brings a unique perspective to her work, particula…
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Audience Interest
- parenting challenges and joys
- family dynamics and relationships
Podcast Focus
- stories about raising children
- experiences of being raised
Publishing Consistency
- 275 episodes produced
- active for 15 years
Platform Reach
- available on multiple podcast platforms
- growing community through LST+
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Total monthly reach
Estimated from 37 chart positions in 37 markets.
By chart position
- 🇨🇦CA · Parenting#29100K to 300K
- 🇺🇸US · Parenting#6630K to 100K
- 🇦🇺AU · Parenting#1955K to 30K
- 🇮🇳IN · Parenting#7810K to 30K
- 🇯🇵JP · Parenting#8110K to 30K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
212K to 693K🎙 ~2x weekly·275 episodes·Last published 1mo ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
424K to 1.4M🇨🇦22%🇬🇷22%🇺🇸7%+34 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
127K to 416K32K real followers tracked across platforms
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From 22 epsHosts
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Jun 24, 2026
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LST FAVES: How to Not (Accidentally) Raise a Rapist
Jun 17, 2026
46m 51s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/15/26 | deafnesssuperheroes+3 | Cece Bell | El Deafo | — | deaf superheroCece Bell+3 | — | 43m 52s | ||
| 7/8/26 | motherhoodintimacy+3 | Sarah Forbes | Museum of SexLST++2 | — | intimacymotherhood+5 | — | 40m 35s | ||
| 7/1/26 | sleepparenting+3 | Arin Schultz | Longest Shortest TimeYour Singing Really Interferes With My Going-To-Sleep Process+2 | — | sleepparenting+5 | NaturepedicLONGSHORT | 34m 37s | ||
| 6/24/26 | consent educationteen prevention+3 | Drew Davis | SafeBAElongestshortesttime.com+2 | — | consentteens+5 | — | 42m 13s | ||
| 6/17/26 | consent educationsexual assault+3 | Shael Norris | SafeBAE | — | consenteducation+5 | — | 46m 51s | ||
| 6/10/26 | parentingchildren's questions+5 | Negin Farsad | Fake the NationHow to Make White People Laugh+2 | — | Negin Farsadparenting+6 | M.M.LaFleurLONGSHORT15 | 39m 42s | ||
| 6/3/26 | kids' questionsparenting+3 | Negin Farsad | Fake the Nationlongestshortesttime.com | — | Negin Farsadunanswerable questions+3 | — | 35m 21s | ||
| 5/27/26 | family dynamicschildhood trauma+3 | Kate Casey | Reality Life With Kate CaseyLST++2 | — | familytrauma+5 | — | 37m 43s | ||
| 5/20/26 | pregnancysperm donation+3 | KielyJenna+1 | Longest Shortest Time | — | pregnancysperm donor+3 | — | 30m 52s | ||
| 5/13/26 | abortionparenthood+3 | Renee Bracey ShermanRegina Mahone | liberatingabortion.orgLST++9 | — | abortion storiesparenthood readiness+3 | — | 34m 45s | ||
| 5/6/26 | reproductive healthfamily planning+3 | — | — | — | uterussperm+4 | — | 31m 38s | ||
| 4/29/26 | perimenopausemood swings+3 | Dr. Kameelah Phillips | Calla Women’s HealthLongest Shortest Time+4 | — | perimenopausemood swings+3 | — | 40m 07s | ||
| 4/27/26 | Heated RivalryBL+4 | DBLina Dune | SubstackInstagram+5 | — | Heated RivalryLina Dune+6 | LST+ | 37m 25s | ||
| 4/22/26 | pregnancycomics+3 | Dennis Hopeless | MarvelSpider-Woman | — | Spider-WomanDennis Hopeless+5 | — | 32m 50s | ||
| 4/15/26 | fire commissionerfalse rumors+3 | Laura Kavanagh | FDNYFortune+2 | — | fire commissionerLaura Kavanagh+4 | LST+ | 41m 08s | ||
| 4/8/26 | postpartum recoverychildbirth+3 | Jessica | The Longest Shortest Time | — | postpartumchildbirth+5 | — | 43m 39s | ||
| 4/1/26 | perimenopausesexual health+3 | Dr. Lauren Streicher | RealmSex Rx+3 | — | perimenopausepainful sex+3 | — | 42m 18s | ||
| 3/30/26 | fact-checkingfamily dynamics+4 | Brian Reed | ProxyLongest Shortest Time | — | fact-checkingAlzheimer's+5 | — | 55m 30s | ||
| 3/25/26 | parenthoodpostpartum bodies+3 | TrystanBiff | Longest Shortest Time | — | parenthoodpostpartum+3 | — | 38m 30s | ||
| 3/18/26 | family planningparenting+3 | Helena de Groot | CBC PodcastsFresh Air | — | familymotherhood+3 | — | 41m 18s | ||
| 3/11/26 | pregnancyparenting+3 | TrystanBiff | Realm | — | pregnant manLGBTQ parenting+3 | — | 46m 54s | ||
| 3/4/26 | infertilityIVF+3 | Holly Schechter | ConceiveLST++4 | — | infertilityIVF+3 | — | 41m 08s |
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Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Hillary Frank is an independent podcast creator known for her engaging storytelling and insightful exploration of parenting and family dynamics. With her experience in audio journalism, she brings a unique perspective to her work, particularly in "The Longest Shortest Time," a podcast that delves into the surprises and absurdities of raising children and the experiences of being raised. What sets "The Longest Shortest Time" apart is its blend of humor and vulnerability in addressing the complexities of parenting, health, and sexuality. The show features a diverse range of topics and formats, including personal stories, interviews, and community discussions. Following a five-year hiatus, it has returned with new episodes every other Wednesday, offering listeners both entertainment and enlightenment. The podcast appeals to a broad audience, including parents and those interested in family and health topics, with listeners drawn to its relatable content and authentic storytelling. The value lies in its ability to foster community and provide a space for candid conversations about parenting and relationships, enhanced by the ad-free experience and additional content available through LST+.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 32K
- Total plays: 328K
- Total reviews: 4.1K
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 1.7K
Castbox
- Followers: 24K
- Plays: 328K
- Reviews: 16
YouTube
- Subscribers: 99
- Views: 492
- Videos: 1
Podcast App
- Followers: 4.1K
- Reviews: 4.1K
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 1.9K
- Reviews: 4
Audience
family, kids, adults
Key insights
What the show covers
- stories about raising children
- experiences of being raised
- interviews with parents and experts
- candid discussions on relationships
Audience interests
- parenting challenges and joys
- family dynamics and relationships
- health and wellness topics
- child development insights
Platform reach
- available on multiple podcast platforms
- growing community through LST+
- ad-free listening options
- premium content for subscribers
Publishing consistency
- 275 episodes produced
- active for 15 years
- new episodes every other Wednesday
- weekly or more often cadence
Chart history for The Longest Shortest Time
Peaked at #2 in GR, top 10 in 1 of 47 tracked markets, currently #2 in GR.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GR | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| GR | — | #11 | #11 | — |
| VN | — | #11 | #11 | — |
| New Zealand | — | #12 | #12 | — |
| MY | — | #19 | #19 | — |
| Canada | — | #29 | #29 | — |
| PH | — | #31 | #31 | — |
| PT | — | #42 | #42 | — |
| RO | — | #49 | #49 | — |
| Finland | — | #50 | #50 | — |
| NG | — | #53 | #53 | — |
| New Zealand | — | #56 | #56 | — |
| SA | — | #64 | #64 | — |
| United States | — | #66 | #66 | — |
| CL | — | #71 | #71 | — |
| India | — | #78 | #78 | — |
| South Africa | — | #79 | #79 | — |
| Japan | — | #81 | #81 | — |
| Brazil | — | #93 | #93 | — |
| AE | — | #96 | #96 | — |
Chart Positions
47 placements across 37 markets.
Chart Positions
47 placements across 37 markets.