Code Switch
NPRWhat's CODE SWITCH? It's the fearless conversations about race that you've been waiting for. Hosted by journalists of color, our podcast tackles the subject of race with empathy and humor. We explore how race affects every part of society — from politics and pop culture to history, food and everything in between. This podcast makes all of us part of the conversation — because we're all part of the... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 670 | Founded | 10 years ago |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||
Listen to this Podcast
Latest Episodes
Every election season, politicians remember Black voters exist, and then lecture them, pander to them or skip their doors entirely. MS NOW’s Eugene Daniels has been reporting on Black voters in Cleveland and Detroit, and he tells Parker what actually... more
President Trump and Silicon Valley tech bros are obsessed with IQ, but the history of intelligence testing is full of bunk race science and eugenics. With the rise of AI's "super intelligence," should we still be ranking human intelligence at all? We... more
Are the men in your life reading? How do you convince people to check out more novels? This week, we turn to our play cousins at It's Been a Minute and their recent conversation with author Jason Reynolds. Reynolds is the acclaimed author of young ad... more
In 2020, “defund the police” was everywhere. Now, even politicians like AOC and Zohran Mamdani have turned around on it. But some proposals that fell under the defund umbrella, like unarmed crisis responders and violence prevention programs, actually... more
Key Facts
Similar Podcasts
People also subscribe to these shows.
Recent Guests
Hosts
Reviews
I enjoy hearing different perspectives and experiences.
Podcast Addict56 days agorungavagairunInformative podcast that highlights how race has shaped the US in a wide range of topics.
Podcast Addict520 days agoNapaaqtukEyeopening
Podcast Addict5a month agoaherndonExtremely racist. Always "Us vs them" mentality. Why are all black people painted as poor and pathetic? As a minority myself, I feel bad for the the condescending way that black people are portrayed in this podcast.
Podcast Addict13 months agokongzi- Emeritus professor of history, Northeastern
Your interview with Clint Smith was interesting However, you omit any discussion of how military recruiters systematically distort and lie about career opportunities available if young people join the military. This dramatically impacts in negative ways Black
and white
working class young people. I urge you to do a program with that focus
Apple Podcasts3marty blatt
United States4 months ago
Listeners Say
Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.
Chart Rankings
How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.
Spotify | #37 | United States/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #112 | United States/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #236 |  Canada/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #185 |  South Africa/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #219 |  Indonesia/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #220 |  Colombia/Society & Culture |
Talking Points
Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.
Audience Metrics
Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.
| Listeners per Episode | |
|---|---|
| Gender Skew | |
| Location | |
| Interests | |
| Professions | |
| Age Range | |
| Household Income | |
| Social Media Reach |
Frequently Asked Questions About Code Switch
What is Code Switch about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A thought-provoking, journalist-led series that centers race, identity, and civil rights through on-the-ground reporting, historical context, and expert perspectives. Recent episodes frequently tackle policy implications, immigration, housing justice, language and culture, and the politics of representation, often weaving in personal stories with rigorous analysis. The show is notable for its diverse slate of guests, from scholars and journalists to community organizers and policy makers, and for engaging, accessible discussions that connect current events to deeper historical patterns. Potential listeners should expect nuanced conversations that challenge assumptions and illuminate how race intersects politics, culture, and daily life.
Where can I find podcast stats for Code Switch?
Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Code Switch. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Code Switch and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.
How many listeners does Code Switch get?
Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Code Switch, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.
What are the audience demographics for Code Switch?
Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Code Switch, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.
How many subscribers and views does Code Switch have?
To see how many followers or subscribers Code Switch has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.
Which podcasts are similar to Code Switch?
These podcasts share a similar audience with Code Switch:
1. It's Been a Minute
2. Throughline
3. Consider This from NPR
4. This American Life
5. First America
How many episodes of Code Switch are there?
Code Switch launched 10 years ago and published 670 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
How do I contact Code Switch?
Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.
Where can I see ratings and reviews for Code Switch?
Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Code Switch from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.
View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.
How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Code Switch?
Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Code Switch. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.
What guests have appeared on Code Switch?
Recent guests on Code Switch include:
1. Chenjerai Kumanyika
2. Hasan Piker
3. Ava Purkiss
4. Natalia Mehlman Petrzela
5. Danielle Lindemann
6. Xavier Prather
7. Maya Anik Bedward
8. Aallyah Wright
To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.