r/heavyweight
Heavyweight Podcast with Jonathan Goldstein from Gimlet Media
How to think about r/heavyweight
The community centers around the Heavyweight Podcast, hosted by Jonathan Goldstein, which delves into personal stories and the complexities of human relationships. Members engage in discussions about episodes, share insights, and explore the themes of nostalgia and emotional journeys presented in the podcast. Its distinctiveness lies in the blend of humor and heartfelt storytelling, often leading to deep, reflective conversations among listeners.
Confidence 4/5
Audience
Participants are typically fans of narrative-driven podcasts, with a demographic that skews towards adults who appreciate storytelling and personal anecdotes. The vibe is generally supportive and reflective, with members eager to share their thoughts and interpretations of the podcast's themes. Many are likely to be engaged listeners who value authenticity and emotional depth in media.
Posting culture
Content that thrives includes episode discussions, personal reflections related to themes from the podcast, and thoughtful analyses of storytelling techniques. Posts that are overly promotional or lack genuine engagement with the podcast's content tend to receive downvotes. The community encourages a respectful and constructive dialogue, with a moderate posting frequency that aligns with new episode releases.
Brand engagement notes
Brands should approach this community with caution, as overt promotion is often met with skepticism. Authentic engagement, such as sharing behind-the-scenes content or insights related to the podcast's themes, can resonate well. Collaborations with the podcast or contributions that enhance the community's discussions are more likely to be welcomed. It’s essential to prioritize genuine interaction over promotional tactics to build trust with members.
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What r/heavyweight talks about
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External signals
Where the community looks
Top external domains linked from posts and comments — a quick read on the sources of truth this audience trusts.
Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/HobbyistBureaucrat
- u/mick_spadaro
- u/Elruoy
- u/milkofthepoppie
- u/dec10
- u/merricat_blackwood
- u/podcastfetcher
- u/TobyGarrow
- u/TylertheDouche
- u/bringbring12
- u/Literary-Throwaway
- u/blueholeload
- u/Perfect-Stuff-8796
- u/2LiveBoo
- u/heavyweightpodcast
- u/robertdeniro6969
- u/marshmallowhairgel
- u/ilovethemusic
- u/sphagnum-moss
- u/CacophonousCalamity
- u/Psychological_Gap714
- u/piedmonttx
- u/jabran_knowledge
- u/brandonhaslegs
- u/_AAAAAAHHHHHH
- u/Throwaway_For_Realz
- u/Conscious_Edge9726
- u/JoeSavesTokyo
- u/Holiday-Village3162
- u/_Sadman_
- u/magpieduck
- u/PickelsThePanda
- u/mstang107
- u/musclesoup-wonton
- u/passmesomebeer
- u/Stale_LaCroix
- u/Jazzlike-Fun-4500
- u/coolgirl457837
By votes
- u/HobbyistBureaucrat
- u/podcastfetcher
- u/mick_spadaro
- u/TobyGarrow
- u/Elruoy
- u/TylertheDouche
- u/bringbring12
- u/dec10
- u/milkofthepoppie
- u/Literary-Throwaway
- u/merricat_blackwood
- u/blueholeload
- u/2LiveBoo
- u/Perfect-Stuff-8796
- u/robertdeniro6969
- u/heavyweightpodcast
- u/marshmallowhairgel
- u/ilovethemusic
- u/sphagnum-moss
- u/Psychological_Gap714
- u/CacophonousCalamity
- u/piedmonttx
- u/jabran_knowledge
- u/brandonhaslegs
- u/_AAAAAAHHHHHH
- u/Throwaway_For_Realz
- u/JoeSavesTokyo
- u/Holiday-Village3162
- u/_Sadman_
- u/Conscious_Edge9726
- u/magpieduck
- u/PickelsThePanda
- u/mstang107
- u/musclesoup-wonton
- u/passmesomebeer
- u/Stale_LaCroix
- u/Jazzlike-Fun-4500
- u/coolgirl457837
Top commenters
By comment count
- u/[deleted]
- u/mick_spadaro
- u/Literary-Throwaway
- u/Sweaty-Reporter-5447
- u/MarcTurntables
- u/Conscious_Edge9726
- u/coolgirl457837
- u/trimolius
- u/Noisexfloor
- u/Effyouredditcrap
- u/Heyhihello04
- u/dec10
- u/GuiltyLeopard
- u/HobbyistBureaucrat
- u/MummyVoice22
- u/sharpyshoot
- u/evilsammyt
- u/podcastfetcher
- u/freddy_th
- u/ohvanna
- u/816City
- u/termanatorx
- u/hellomynameispoejera
- u/pmiller61
- u/Pigeonroeontoast
- u/mcgacori
- u/treadlightning
- u/mstang107
- u/Gareth666
- u/Kdjl1
- u/qkucy
- u/PostForwardedToAbyss
- u/TAOM42
- u/kijib
- u/passmesomebeer
- u/brokenwolf
- u/Efficient-Thought-34
- u/RevolutionaryScar313
- u/glowolg
- u/Zoloft_and_the_RRD
- u/BDL-NYC-HOU-FAR
- u/rosencrantz2016
- u/vegmoz
- u/rando927658987373
- u/Flat_White420
- u/VirtualRealityCzech
- u/Luna_Organa
- u/GardenWalker
- u/FauxpasIrisLily
- u/Wide_Statistician_95
- u/220AM
- u/JuniorBiscuits
- u/mumblewrapper
- u/lulubedo188
- u/Vegetable-Goal-5047
- u/2LiveBoo
- u/ClaimOutrageous7431
- u/Stale_LaCroix
- u/tandtjm
- u/lizo89
- u/throwitout3736
- u/WATOCATOWA
- u/TylertheDouche
- u/Atom800
- u/exjmp
- u/casseroleplay
- u/FantasticWittyRetort
- u/DustyMentone
- u/cheese-bubble
- u/desyviruss
- u/Moxie_the_Cat
- u/rowbotany
- u/VerbalHerman
- u/Asherah111
- u/dinadur
- u/sickbabe
- u/hectoByte
- u/loki2k8
- u/butmysoulsonfire
- u/pedtron
- u/StarKodama
- u/iBluefoot
- u/tendrilly
- u/Brancliff
- u/notjanuary
- u/Suitable-Isopod
- u/mosaik
- u/whoisthecopperkettle
- u/jacod_b
- u/crick_in_my_neck
- u/Pyrrhichios
- u/Kolyma-Comp-Tales
- u/GammaGames
- u/grimsleeper4
- u/bigracks666
- u/imanicoding
- u/goat_initializer91
- u/Witty_Cat_1639
- u/TomNookIsLife
- u/linchop
By votes
- u/Literary-Throwaway
- u/[deleted]
- u/mick_spadaro
- u/MarcTurntables
- u/MakeItMike3642
- u/hellomynameispoejera
- u/mstang107
- u/Heyhihello04
- u/Pigeonroeontoast
- u/Noisexfloor
- u/Sufficient-Art-2601
- u/Sweaty-Reporter-5447
- u/termanatorx
- u/ohvanna
- u/m_lemon_head
- u/HobbyistBureaucrat
- u/Zoloft_and_the_RRD
- u/throwitout3736
- u/hansko1o
- u/feldya
- u/WillSmithsBiggestFan
- u/rosencrantz2016
- u/dec10
- u/coolgirl457837
- u/qkucy
- u/JoinedForThePuzzles
- u/treadlightning
- u/GuiltyLeopard
- u/rando927658987373
- u/DiscussionDue6357
- u/Conscious_Edge9726
- u/freddy_th
- u/andsoforth
- u/saxasca7
- u/bcislandgirl1983
- u/koldkist
- u/Aryaz00
- u/Thinkingisnoproblem
- u/Xermish
- u/migwellian
- u/816City
- u/Efficient-Thought-34
- u/MummyVoice22
- u/trimolius
- u/Converzati
- u/mumblewrapper
- u/ManilaAnimal
- u/podcastfetcher
- u/evilsammyt
- u/brokenwolf
- u/SunflowerSamurai_
- u/PostForwardedToAbyss
- u/aristeris
- u/captain-vye
- u/TylertheDouche
- u/scrwUhippy
- u/bigracks666
- u/pmiller61
- u/mpsigns
- u/sharpyshoot
- u/mcgacori
- u/vegmoz
- u/Forlines
- u/SmallerPotatoes
- u/vesoganev
- u/Lexflex212
- u/Luna_Organa
- u/losingmymind94
- u/lulubedo188
- u/MoshetheMean
- u/Tiny_TimeMachine
- u/veronica-dinner
- u/topplehat
- u/2fight4whatulove4
- u/MasonDark
- u/sydneyghibli
- u/dasunheimliche
- u/revolutn9
- u/melonladyy
- u/JuniorBiscuits
- u/TonyRealm
- u/IcallBSonthat
- u/VirtualRealityCzech
- u/VernonFlorida
- u/blork02
- u/nyccutie
- u/timetochimein
- u/Tesla192000
- u/WATOCATOWA
- u/casseroleplay
- u/imanicoding
- u/orangutanokie
- u/Jozav
- u/BDL-NYC-HOU-FAR
- u/Flat_White420
- u/klol246
- u/Altrosmo
- u/bootsnsatchel
- u/Royal_Bottle_8418
- u/Then-Relationship445
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FAQ
r/heavyweight — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/heavyweight have?
r/heavyweight has approximately 6,195 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/heavyweight created?
r/heavyweight was created on December 16, 2015 (10 years ago).
What is r/heavyweight about?
The community centers around the Heavyweight Podcast, hosted by Jonathan Goldstein, which delves into personal stories and the complexities of human relationships. Members engage in discussions about episodes, share insights, and explore the themes of nostalgia and emotional journeys presented in the podcast. Its distinctiveness lies in the blend of humor and heartfelt story…
What subreddits are similar to r/heavyweight?
Communities similar to r/heavyweight include r/gimlet, r/thisamericanlife, r/endlessthread, r/nprplanetmoney, r/tiahpodcast.
Who are the most active posters on r/heavyweight?
The most frequent posters on r/heavyweight include u/HobbyistBureaucrat, u/mick_spadaro, u/Elruoy.
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