Edward Jones on Plain English with Derek Thompson
Plain English with Derek ThompsonMay 29, 2026
Why the NBA Feels Broken—and Why the League Can’t Fix It
0:23
mid-roll
Derek Thompson
The Ringer
May 29, 2026
UnknownBrand awarenessBaked-in adFinancial Services
0:00 / 0:23
@ 37:09 in ep
Estimated current placement value
Low confidence~$240range $36–$1,700
What a comparable one-episode placement on this show might cost today—not reported advertiser spend or a historical invoice.
How this estimate works
A broad audience range for the top 2,000 popularity tier is multiplied by public CPM benchmarks and a 1× placement factor. Inputs for this read: 0:23 · Unknown · mid-roll.
Model placement-value-v1-2026-08 · benchmark inputs as of 2026-08
Methodology and limitations →Transcript
With over one hundred years experience navigating the ups and downs of the market and of life, your Edward Jones financial advisor will be there to help you move ahead with confidence. Because with all you've done to find your rich, we'll do all we can to help you keep enjoying it. Edward Jones, member SIPC.
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Episode
Plain English with Derek Thompson
Why the NBA Feels Broken—and Why the League Can’t Fix It
Host: Derek Thompson
Publisher: The Ringer