Classical Stuff You Should Know
Classical Stuff You Should Know is a podcast hosted by A.J. Hanenburg, Graeme Donaldson and Thomas Magbee, covering classical literature, philosophy, history and education. The show has 300 episodes, released roughly every seven days, with a median length of about 61 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 2,000 to 8,000, with a rate of $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll ad.
A 300-episode classical literature show with a loyal, highly rated audience
- Apple Podcasts shows 869 ratings at an average of 4.7 out of 5, a strong signal of listener loyalty.
- Weekly episodes with a median length near an hour give a sponsor a long, attentive listen.
- The show is explicitly aimed at educators and laypeople who enjoy the classical world.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, episode-length book discussion, serialised series
- Tone
- scholarly, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 50 to 65 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed. The show has no funding links.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover classic literature with dark themes, including "Crime and Punishment" and "Wise Blood", but none are flagged as explicit.
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 | www.classicalstuff.net/episodes-1/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1305381419 |
| RSS feed | www.classicalstuff.net/episodes-1/?format=rss |
Benchmark score: 41 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 310: The Tower of Babel | 2026-10-06 | 49 min |
| 309: How to Rite Goodest | 2026-09-29 | 1 h 2 min |
| 308: Wise Blood | 2026-09-15 | 1 h 13 min |
| 307: Planet Narnia: Saturn, Mercury, and Venus | 2026-09-08 | 1 h 6 min |
| 306: Planet Narnia: Moon and Sun | 2026-08-04 | 1 h 4 min |
| 305: Nolan's "The Odyssey" | 2026-07-28 | 1 h 20 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 13 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
A.J., Graeme, and Thomas discuss everything having to do with the classical world. Our aim is to help both educators and laypeople enjoy the classical world as much as they enjoy fine ales and good tales.
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About Classical Stuff You Should Know
Classical Stuff You Should Know is a podcast hosted by A.J. Hanenburg, Graeme Donaldson and Thomas Magbee, according to the show's feed and website. Each episode discusses a book, poem, historical text or idea from the classical world, and the hosts aim to help educators and general listeners enjoy the subject. The show has published 300 episodes, roughly one every seven days, and a typical episode runs about an hour.
Apple Podcasts lists 869 ratings with an average of 4.7 out of 5, which the directory treats as a signal of a committed listener base. Audience figures are estimates only: based on the ratings count and the show's age and cadence, we estimate 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, and the listener profile is also an estimate. No sponsors were found in the feed, the episode titles or the website.
Based on that estimate, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $40 to $200 per episode. The show suits book publishers, educational services and cultural brands looking for an engaged, literate audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Classical Stuff You Should Know can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Classical Stuff You Should Know
How much does Classical Stuff You Should Know charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $40 to $200. Final pricing should be confirmed with the show.
What is Classical Stuff You Should Know about?
The show discusses classical literature, philosophy, history and ideas. Three hosts read and analyse texts from the classical world in roughly hour-long episodes released weekly.
How do I contact Classical Stuff You Should Know about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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