Rephonic
Artwork for The Alec Lewis Show

The Alec Lewis Show

Alec Lewis
Minnesota Vikings
NFL
J.J. Mccarthy
NFL Draft
Sam Darnold
Brian Flores
JJ Mccarthy
Kevin O'connell
Kyler Murray
Vikings
Justin Jefferson
Training Camp
Green Bay Packers
Carson Wentz
Kirk Cousins
Kwesi Adofo-Mensah
Free Agency
Seattle Seahawks
Detroit Lions
Aaron Jones

Alec Lewis, the Minnesota Vikings beat writer at The Athletic, hosts a twice-weekly podcast. He'll talk about the latest Vikings news. He'll analyze training camp practices and in-season games. He'll chat with players, coaches, team personnel, media members, family members and notable Vikings fans about the 2024 season and beyond.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes185Founded2 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
SportsFootball

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Alec Lewis Show

Latest Episodes

Kevin Seifert, who covers the Vikings for ESPN, joins The Alec Lewis Show to preview training camp, which begins next week. Seifert and Lewis talk through Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy, Justin Jefferson’s role in the QB competition and much more. This ... more

Alec Lewis, who writes about the Minnesota Vikings for The Athletic, and hosts The Alec Lewis Show, answers listener questions on episode No. 184. Lewis talks about the status of the quarterback competition, how Kyler Murray might fair, what Carson W... more

Alec Lewis, who writes about the Minnesota Vikings for The Athletic, and hosts The Alec Lewis Show, answers listener questions on episode No. 183. Lewis begins some discussion with what ESPN’s Josh Weinfuss said is the most ridiculous narrative surro... more

Judd Zulgad, one of the co-hosts on Purple Daily and writer of Judd's substack, joins The Alec Lewis Show to talk Vikings. They begin with some opinions on J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray. Then they talk about the length of the quarterback competition... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Access Vikings
Access VikingsBen Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Emily Leiker
Paul Allen
Paul AlleniHeartRadio and KFAN FM 100.3

Recent Guests

Judd Zulgad
Vikings reporter and commentator
Purple Daily / Judd Substack
Episode: Judd Zulgad talks Vikings QB competition, Kevin O'Connell's big season and the run game: Ep. 182 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Paul Charchian
Longtime KFAN personality, founder of Guillotine Leagues
KFAN, Guillotine Leagues
Episode: Paul Charchian talks J.J. McCarthy, Kyler Murray and his overall faith in the Vikings’ direction: Ep. 180
AJ Smith
Offensive coordinator with UFL and college connections (Colorado Buffaloes quarterbacks room)
St. Louis Battlehawks (OC); Colorado Buffaloes (QB room)
Episode: Christian Darrisaw’s impact, Vikings QB odds and OC A.J. Smith on what a play-caller thinks: Ep. 179 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Pete Bercich
Vikings color commentator on KFAN
KFAN, Vikings, eye in the sky YouTube channel
Episode: Vikings analyst Pete Bercich talks Kyler Murray, 2026 expectations, draftee film and more: Ep. 169 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Robert Mays
Host of The Athletic Football Show
The Athletic
Episode: Vikings GM candidates revealed + The Athletic’s Robert Mays talks Kyler Murray and Caleb Banks: Ep. 164 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Dane Brugler
The Athletic's draft expert and author of The Beast
The Athletic
Episode: The Athletic’s draft expert Dane Brugler gives his thoughts on the Minnesota Vikings’ picks: Ep. 162 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Paul Lambert
Meatsauce, co-host of the Powertrip Morning Show on KFAN
KFAN
Episode: KFAN’s Paul “Meatsauce” Lambert talks favorites for the Minnesota Vikings’ draft at No. 18: Ep. 158 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Matthew Coller
NFL insider and founder of Purple Insider
Purple Insider
Episode: Purple Insider’s Matthew Coller gives Vikings quarterback preference and free agent decisions: Ep. 148 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Michael Russo
Colleague at The Athletic and prominent beat writer covering the Minnesota Wild
The Athletic
Episode: Vikings-Giants intel + The Athletic’s Michael Russo talks recent Wild hockey buzz: Ep. 136 | Presented by First Resource Bank

Host

Alec Lewis
Host of The Alec Lewis Show

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 216 ratings
  • PA SUCKS

    Suck a fart from my butt PA

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maiya butreaks
    United States6 months ago
  • Excellent

    Very easy to listen to Vikings- heavy podcast. Intelligent and in-depth analysis of our favorite team. Awesome

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dski888
    United States7 months ago
  • Did you hear that?

    I just farted

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maiya butreaks
    United States8 months ago
  • Proud farter.

    Loud and proud everyone

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maiya butreaks
    United States9 months ago
  • Rope A Dope Radio Podcast

    Great Show Alec Keep Up The Good Work Covering The Vikes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carlson KG21
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Catchy, thoughtful analysis loved by Vikings fans and readers of The Athletic.
Listeners praise deep Vikings insight and easy listening balance of Xs and Os with storytelling.
Production and sponsor reads are seen as a positive, grounding local branding in Minnesota.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#204
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#144
Canada/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#207
Germany/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#220
Italy/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#246
France/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#47
Mexico/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Vikings QB competition status, Carson Wentz’s role and more: Ep. 184 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Q: What about Carson Wentz as the number two, regardless of who becomes a starter?
Carson Wentz is viewed as a trusted veteran who could step in if needed, but early in camp his reps are limited. The coaching staff appears to back him as a potential emergency option, with the plan likely to keep him ready without overexposing him in practice.
Vikings QB competition status, Carson Wentz’s role and more: Ep. 184 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Q: Do you think the quarterback battle won't be decided until late in the preseason puts the rest of the offense at a disadvantage?
Yes, because the rhythm and timing of the offense rely on consistent reps and reps allocation. A prolonged 50-50 competition could disrupt the offense's timing and trajectory, making it harder for the unit to settle into a stable rhythm before the season.
Kyler Murray’s long-term Vikings future, training camp wrinkles to keep eyes on and more: Ep. 181 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Q: What is your takeaway from the run game changes and O-line stability?
Stable, reliable execution on early reads and improved pass protection will be pivotal; the emphasis is on reducing passes sailed out of bounds and keeping the offense in favorable down-and-distance situations.
Kyler Murray’s long-term Vikings future, training camp wrinkles to keep eyes on and more: Ep. 181 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Q: Is there any cap space for big moves, like adding a star player or restructuring QB talks?
Cap space discussions are ongoing, with attention to the Kirk Cousins situation and potential extensions; big names are possible but not imminent, and internal extensions may take priority.
Kyler Murray’s long-term Vikings future, training camp wrinkles to keep eyes on and more: Ep. 181 | Presented by First Resource Bank
Q: How long can the starting quarterback competition drag out before naming a starter?
The expectation is that after the first couple weeks of training camp there should be a clearer sense of direction; both quarterbacks will get opportunities early, with a plan to assign more reps as the competition progresses.

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 The Alec Lewis Show

What is The Alec Lewis Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Rapid-fire, data-driven analysis of the Minnesota Vikings with long-form depth on roster-building, drafts, and organizational strategy. Episodes center on game schedules, quarterback development, GM searches, and draft directions, often featuring high-profile NFL analysts and Vikings insiders. Noteworthy are thoughtful insights, behind-the-scenes context from team interactions, and sponsor integrations from local Minnesota brands, which help ground the conversation in current team realities while offering practical takeaways for fans and industry watchers alike.

Where can I find podcast stats for The Alec Lewis Show?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Alec Lewis Show. 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 The Alec Lewis Show and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Alec Lewis Show get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Alec Lewis Show, 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 The Alec Lewis Show?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Alec Lewis Show, 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 The Alec Lewis Show have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Alec Lewis Show 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 The Alec Lewis Show?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Alec Lewis Show:

1. Purple Insider - a Minnesota Vikings and NFL podcast
2. Access Vikings
3. Purple Daily - A Minnesota Vikings Podcast
4. Paul Allen
5. Locked On Vikings - Daily Podcast On The Minnesota Vikings

How many episodes of The Alec Lewis Show are there?

The Alec Lewis Show launched 2 years ago and published 185 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 The Alec Lewis Show?

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 The Alec Lewis Show?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Alec Lewis Show 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 The Alec Lewis Show?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Alec Lewis Show. 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 The Alec Lewis Show?

Recent guests on The Alec Lewis Show include:

1. Judd Zulgad
2. Paul Charchian
3. AJ Smith
4. Pete Bercich
5. Robert Mays
6. Dane Brugler
7. Paul Lambert
8. Matthew Coller

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.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days