1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales
1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales, hosted by Jon Hagadorn, narrates public domain short stories from golden age authors such as Poe, Christie, O. Henry and Chesterton. The show has 676 episodes published roughly every two days, with a median length of about 30 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Reach a loyal literary audience through a long-running classic story anthology
- Over 1,100 Apple ratings averaging 4.5 stars across 676 episodes
- Publishes about twice a week on a fixed schedule with a 30-minute median length
- Listeners engage with classic fiction and mystery, a calm and focused listening context
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, audiobook-style reading, anthology
- Tone
- literary, warm
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 20 to 45 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the feed lists no funding links.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Classic literature with occasional murder and crime plots such as The Masque of the Red Death and Father Brown mysteries, with no explicit flag.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.bestof1001stories.com/show/1001-classic-shor… |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1078098622 |
| RSS feed | feeds.libsyn.com/529197/rss |
Benchmark score: 75 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| THE SECRET GARDEN A FATHER BROWN MYSTERY | 2026-10-16 | 49 min |
| ROBIN HOOD COMPASSES A MARRIAGE by HOWARD PYLE | 2026-10-14 | 31 min |
| THE OVAL PORTRAIT by EDGAR ALLAN POE | 2026-10-11 | 13 min |
| THE CURSE OF THE GOLDEN CROSS (PART 2) A FATHER BROWN MYSTERY | 2026-10-09 | 33 min |
| THE CURSE OF THE GOLDEN CROSS (PART 1) A FATHER BROWN MYSTERY | 2026-10-07 | 29 min |
| NEMESIS AND THE CANDY MAN by O. HENRY | 2026-10-04 | 18 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 2 days.
A huge collection of beautifully narrated and carefully chosen short stories from golden age authors (1850-1930) who knew how to deliver stories that reach the heart and soul of the reader and listener. Here you'll find short masterpieces from the likes of Charles Dickens, Edith Wharton, Edgar Allan Poe, Ernest Hemingway, Kathleen Norris, Jack London, Henry Lawson, Arthur Conan Doyle, Agatha…
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About 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales
1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales is a long-running podcast that narrates public domain short stories by golden age writers, including Edgar Allan Poe, Agatha Christie, O. Henry and G.K. Chesterton. The show is hosted by Jon Hagadorn, according to the feed and Apple Podcasts listing, and its website describes a curated collection of carefully chosen stories. Episodes appear about every two days, with a median length of roughly 30 minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists 1,114 ratings averaging 4.5 stars. Listeners are estimated, not measured, to be mostly adults in the United States and other English-speaking countries. The show's episodes are estimated at 5,000 to 25,000 downloads each, based on the rating count and the show's age. No sponsors are named in the feed or on the website.
The show suits brands in books, reading, stationery and calm evening products. A host-read mid-roll would typically cost $90 to $625 per episode, depending on the estimated download range.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales
How much does 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates a host-read mid-roll at $90 to $625 per episode, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode at $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads. Final pricing depends on the show's own terms.
What is 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales about?
The show narrates public domain short stories by classic authors such as Edgar Allan Poe, Agatha Christie, O. Henry and G.K. Chesterton. It publishes roughly twice a week, with episodes around 30 minutes long.
How do I contact 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked directly.
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