Dan Snow's History Hit is a history podcast hosted by Dan Snow and produced by History Hit. The feed lists 1,000 episodes since 2021, with new episodes twice a week at about 49 minutes. Estimated downloads are 30,000 to 80,000 per episode, implying a host-read rate of about $540 to $2,000. Apple Podcasts shows 4,432 ratings averaging 4.7.
A twice-weekly history show with deep archive, network backing and a top-bucket audience.
- Apple Podcasts shows 4,432 ratings at 4.7 and Podcast Index popularity is 9, pointing to a large and loyal listenership.
- New episodes arrive on Mondays and Thursdays, giving frequent placement slots across a catalog of 1,000 feed episodes.
- History Hit's commercial page invites partnership enquiries, so sponsors may deal with a professional network sales team.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, interview, explainer
- Tone
- informative, engaging
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 30 to 65 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- History HitLittle Dot Studios
- Categories promoted
- streaming subscription
- Affiliate links
- No
The description promotes the History Hit subscription with ad-free podcasts and names History Hit and Little Dot Studios, but no third-party sponsor is named in the feed.
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The feed is flagged not explicit, but titles such as 'The Yakuza', 'The Making of Osama bin Laden' and 'The Battle of New York Explained' cover violent subject matter.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.historyhit.com/podcasts/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1042631089 |
| RSS feed | access.acast.com/rss/c939f8d1-c4bc-478e-8bb9-e53… |
Benchmark score: 85 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| The Real History Behind the Illuminati | 2026-10-15 | 45 min |
| The October Revolution | 2026-10-12 | 48 min |
| John Dudley: Tudor England's Wicked Duke | 2026-10-08 | 43 min |
| The Yakuza | 2026-10-05 | 49 min |
| The Cuban Missile Crisis Explained | 2026-10-01 | 58 min |
| Britain's Deadliest Arctic Expedition | 2026-09-28 | 50 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 3 days.
Historian Dan Snow journeys across the globe to tell the stories of history's defining moments. From the Colosseum in Rome to the Great Wall of China, the battlefields of Waterloo to the Tomb of Tutankhamun, join Dan as he explores the how and why of the greatest monuments, battles, heroes, villains and events that have shaped our world.New episodes on Mondays and Thursdays with bonus subscriber…
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About Dan Snow's History Hit
Dan Snow's History Hit is a history podcast in which historian Dan Snow explores the stories of defining moments, from battles and monuments to rulers and events, according to the feed description. Recent episodes include 'The Cuban Missile Crisis Explained', 'The Rise and Fall of the Ming Dynasty' and 'The Yakuza'.
The show is produced by History Hit, part of Little Dot Studios, and sits alongside shows such as The Ancients and Gone Medieval, per the History Hit website. The feed lists 1,000 episodes since September 2021, with new episodes on Mondays and Thursdays and a median length of about 49 minutes. Apple Podcasts shows 4,432 ratings averaging 4.7.
Starbooked estimates 30,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, since podcasts do not publish numbers. The feed promotes History Hit's own subscription, and the website lists a partnerships email for commercial enquiries. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $540 to $2,000 per episode. It suits book, travel, education and general consumer brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Dan Snow's History Hit can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Dan Snow's History Hit
How much does Dan Snow's History Hit charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates a host-read mid-roll at about $540 to $2,000 per episode, based on 30,000 to 80,000 estimated downloads. The show does not publish downloads, and network pricing may differ.
What is Dan Snow's History Hit about?
Historian Dan Snow tells the stories of history's defining moments, including monuments, battles, heroes, villains and events that shaped the world, with new episodes on Mondays and Thursdays.
How do I contact Dan Snow's History Hit about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. If the show is boosted, you can also book a sponsorship through Starbooked, rather than going through the network's partnerships channel.
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