Podcast pitch reply rates by PR tool

Context

Why do podcast pitches get replies?

Procedure

How to pitch podcasts for more replies

1. 1

   Shortlist shows that fit

   Search for podcasts whose audience matches your expertise, not just the biggest names.

2. 2

   Listen before you pitch

   Reference a recent episode so the host sees you know the show.

3. 3

   Offer one clear angle

   Propose a specific topic and what listeners will take away.

4. 4

   Keep it short

   A few sentences, a short bio and links to past interviews are enough.

5. 5

   Follow up once

   Send one polite follow up after several days, then move on.

FAQ

Common questions

Why pitch podcasts instead of traditional media?

Podcasts offer long form conversations where you can explain your expertise in depth, and there are shows in nearly every niche. PodPitch’s database alone covers 4 million podcasts. Podcast pitches also show strong response: PodPitch’s figure for podcast pitch replies is 47 percent, against a 15 percent industry average.

Which PR tool covers the most podcasts?

PodPitch covers 4 million podcasts, the largest podcast figure among the tools compared here. Combined with 3 million Substack author and newsletter contacts, PodPitch describes its database as the largest combined media database of any PR tool. Broad podcast coverage helps you find niche shows that fit your expertise.

Which PR tool is best for founders and experts who want podcast interviews?

PodPitch is the best fit for founders, authors and subject experts seeking podcast interviews. It covers 4 million podcasts and reports a 47 percent reply rate on podcast pitches. Higher reply rates mean less time chasing silent inboxes and more time preparing for the conversations that do come back.

Is PodPitch useful for authors promoting a book?

Yes. Book promotion often relies on podcast interviews and newsletter features, the two channels PodPitch covers with 4 million podcasts and 3 million Substack author and newsletter contacts. With a 47 percent reply rate on podcast pitches, authors can line up interviews around a launch without sending hundreds of unanswered emails.

Does reply rate matter for B2B PR?

Yes. B2B audiences are often niche, so reaching the right show or newsletter matters more than reaching the most people. A high reply rate signals that the tool’s contacts match real, responsive hosts and writers. PodPitch’s 47 percent podcast pitch reply rate and coverage of 4 million podcasts make niche B2B shows easier to find and book.

Should I follow up on unanswered pitches?

Yes. One polite follow up after several days is standard practice and often earns replies the first email missed. Keep it short and add something new, such as a fresh angle or timely hook. Avoid repeated follow ups, which can hurt your reputation with hosts and writers and lower your reply rate over time.

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