Future of StoryTelling (FoST) Podcast Advertising - Audience, Sponsors & Contact

Overview

The Future of StoryTelling (FoST) podcast offers insightful conversations with leading innovators exploring the evolution of narrative in the digital age. Hosted by Charlie Melcher, it delves into how technology, immersive experiences, and interdisciplinary arts are reshaping creative expression and audience engagement. The show examines the potential of storytelling to drive positive societal change, featuring discussions on topics like 'actiences' and the role of cultural institutions. It's a must-listen for professionals in media, technology, and the arts, as well as educators and anyone passionate about the cutting edge of communication and its future impact on society and culture.

Show Impressions

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Est. Total Impressions

71

Est. Podcast Downloads

6,640

Av. Youtube Views

71

Instagram

13k

YouTubers Subscribers

30k

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Direct Response

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Host Read %

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The Bottom Line

This show has an estimated 71 audience size, runs 100% host read ads and promotes 100% of ads for direct response advertisers.

Creator Influence

Charles Melcher

Charlie Melcher leads the Future of StoryTelling (FoST), a summit and media hub examining how emerging technology reshapes communication. As the host of The FoST Podcast, he conducts long-form interviews with cross-disciplinary figures like former Vice President Al Gore, musician Jacob Collier, and Google design lead Ivy Ross. His work bridges the gap between traditional media and new frontiers such as spatial computing, mixed reality, and generative AI. Melcher’s expertise stems from his background as the founder of Melcher Media, where he produced award-winning projects including Al Gore’s An Inconvenient Truth. Recent content, such as the Enriched Reality at Venice Immersive episode, highlights his focus on global developments in digital arts. Operating from New York City, Melcher serves as a curator for high-level technical showcases and invitation-only salons that connect leaders from Microsoft, Meta, and the Sundance Institute. His perspective emphasizes human-centric design within the rapidly evolving landscape of interactive and immersive entertainment.

Age: 61 years
Nationality: American
Education: Bachelor's Degree, Yale University

Age: 61 years
Nationality: American
Education: Bachelor's Degree, Yale University

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Recent Campaigns

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Demographics

Location

Fans by country:

United States 88%

Canada 4%

United Kingdom 3%

Germany 3%

Australia 2%

Age Distribution

18-24

12.0%

25-34

28.0%

35-44

26.0%

45-54

18.0%

55-64

11.0%

65-99

5.0%

Income Brackets

$10k-20k

4.0%

$20k-30k

7.0%

$30k-40k

9.0%

$40k-50k

11.0%

$50k-60k

13.0%

$60k-70k

12.0%

$70k-80k

11.0%

$80k-90k

10.0%

$90k-100k

9.0%

$100k-150k

8.0%

$150k-200k

4.0%

$200k-1000k

2.0%

Gender

Male · 58.0%

Male58.0%
Female37.0%
Other5.0%

Education

Bachelor's

42.0%

Graduate

28.0%

High School

18.0%

Post Graduate

12.0%

Occupation

Professional

32.0%

Student

18.0%

Management

14.0%

Other

13.0%

Sales

12.0%

Technical

11.0%

Family Status

Single · 42.0%

Single42.0%
Married35.0%
Parents23.0%

Ethnicity

White

68.0%

Hispanic

14.0%

Black

11.0%

Asian

7.0%

Engagement Style

Active listener

46.0%

Background listener

32.0%

Binge listener

22.0%

Language

English

94.0%

Spanish

4.0%

French

2.0%

Religion

Christianity · 52.0%

Christianity52.0%
Non-Religious48.0%

Brand Safety

Overall content risk rate

Low risk

35.0%

Risk breakdown

Share of content flagged by category

Explicit Language28.0%
Political Content5.0%
Violence2.0%

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Top Advertisers

Top Spenders	Est. Spent	Change	Host Read %	DR %	# of ads	Frequency
The Future of Storytelling	$2	-100.0%	100%	100%	4.0ad units	Core Performer
Future of StoryTelling	$2	-100.0%	100%	100%	3.0ad units	Test run
The Future of Storytelling	$2	0.0%	100%	100%	3.0ad units	Test run

Northwind Foods ConsumerRetail	$120,000	+4.0%	62%	38%	3.20/mo	2.1ad units	Test run	S S
Blue Canoe Finance ConsumerRetail	$129,000	+5.0%	63%	37%	3.20/mo	2.1ad units	Core Performer	S S
SignalPath Labs ConsumerRetail	$138,000	+6.0%	64%	36%	3.20/mo	2.1ad units	Core Performer	S S
Oak & Anchor ConsumerRetail	$147,000	+7.0%	65%	35%	3.20/mo	2.1ad units	Core Performer	S S
Brightline Health ConsumerRetail	$156,000	+8.0%	66%	34%	3.20/mo	2.1ad units	Test run	S S

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