Breaking History, a Free Press show with Eli Lake among its named contributors, uses historical context to explain current news, from Iran to Columbia. It runs 56 episodes at roughly twice-monthly cadence, typically 50 to 60 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 20,000 to 80,000, with a rate of $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll (estimated).
Engaged history listeners who rate the show nearly unanimously five stars
- 1,127 Apple Podcasts ratings with a 4.8 average, 1,050 of them five stars
- Twice-monthly episodes of 45 to 65 minutes give sponsors long attention windows
- Connects historical context to current news, attracting an analytical audience
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, panel discussion, narrative
- Tone
- analytical, serious
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 45 to 65 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- The Free Press
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the publisher is The Free Press itself.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episodes discuss war, terrorism and partisan politics, such as 'Is This War Justified?' and 'Modern Terrorism Was Born in the 1970s'.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | feeds.megaphone.fm/RUNMED1049146638 |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1790502779 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/RUNMED1049146638 |
Benchmark score: 25 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Why the Future of Education Won’t Come from the Ivy League | 2026-08-06 | 1 h 2 min |
| The Slow Death of Journalism, with Matt Taibbi | 2026-07-23 | 51 min |
| How the Democratic Socialists Conquered New York City | 2026-06-30 | 1 h 1 min |
| Iran’s Favourite Washington Pundit | 2026-06-12 | 48 min |
| Who Owns the Declaration of Independence? | 2026-05-27 | 1 h 18 min |
| A New Series From The Free Press | The Lindbergh Conspiracies | 2026-05-19 | 43 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 74 days ago, a new one about every 12 days.
Sometimes the news moves so fast, you have to look closely to know if you’ve seen it before. And that’s what this show is about. Breaking History breaks down the news, by breaking down history. We cover everything from LBJ and the Roman Republic to Donald Trump and the chaos at Columbia. This twice a month show from The Free Press delivers the best historians, authors, and reporters by mining the…
About Breaking History
Breaking History is a podcast from The Free Press that explains current events through historical context, covering topics from the Roman Republic to recent debates over Iran and higher education. Eli Lake appears as a named contributor in episode titles, and the feed does not list other hosts. The show publishes 56 episodes on a cadence of about every 12 days, with episodes typically running 50 to 60 minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists 1,127 ratings with a 4.8 average, of which 1,050 are five stars. Audience figures are estimates only: the show is likely reaching roughly 20,000 to 80,000 listeners per episode, mostly in the United States. No sponsors appear in the feed, so The Free Press is the only brand named.
Estimated rates are $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll. This suits book publishers, education brands and subscription news products seeking an engaged, analytical audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Breaking History can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Breaking History
How much does Breaking History charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates run about $360 to $2,000 per episode, based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode. Exact pricing is set by the show's publisher and may differ.
What is Breaking History about?
Breaking History explains current news by examining historical precedent, covering topics from ancient Rome to recent political events. It is published by The Free Press and releases episodes about twice a month.
How do I contact Breaking History 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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