CastFox Research
Podcast statistics and research, 2026
Original data on how podcasts are made, from the CastFox index of 5M+ shows. Every report publishes its methodology and a downloadable CSV, and is free to cite with a link.
327 publishers
Top Podcast Sponsors 2026: The 50 Brands on the Most Podcasts
Quince ran ads with more podcast publishers than any other brand in 2026.
35 minutes
Average Podcast Episode Length in 2026
The typical podcast episode in 2026 runs 35 minutes.
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