History Is Sexy is hosted by historian Dr Emma Southon and writer Janina Matthewson, who answer listener questions about history, from Roman life to medieval rulers and World War One. The show has 144 episodes released about every two weeks, with a median length near 66 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with a rate of about $40 to $200 per episode for a host-read mid-roll.
Witty history answers for an engaged, educated listener base
- 144 episodes released about every two weeks since 2018 build a long archive
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.7 from 220 ratings signals strong listener satisfaction
- Median episode length near 66 minutes gives room for a full host-read segment
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted conversation, listener question answers, guest interview, narrative episode
- Tone
- witty, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 55 to 70 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description and website list no funding links.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed is flagged explicit and titles cover historical topics such as Roman triumphs and wars, with the explicit flag as the basis for the adult and profanity ratings.
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 | historyissexy.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1342659081 |
| RSS feed | feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:3834… |
Benchmark score: 66 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 137: What's the Deal with Saint Paul? | 2026-10-06 | 1 h 8 min |
| Episode 136: A Conversation with Lost Roman Heroes | 2026-09-21 | 57 min |
| Episode 135: What's the Deal with Switzerland? | 2026-09-08 | 1 h 11 min |
| Episode 134: What's The Deal with Marcus Camillus | 2026-08-17 | 53 min |
| Episode 133 - What's the Deal with Maximilian I of Mexico (Part 2) | 2026-08-03 | 1 h 9 min |
| Episode 132: What's the Deal with Maximilian I of Mexico? Part One | 2026-07-13 | 1 h 7 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 13 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
History is Sexy is a podcast presented by historian Dr Emma Southon and writer Janina Matthewson answering listener questions about history. What did the Romans do for us? Where did marrying for love come from? What was world war one all about? Produced and edited by Oliver Kealey. Theme music by Ketsa.
About History Is Sexy
History Is Sexy is a history podcast hosted by Dr Emma Southon and writer Janina Matthewson, who answer listener questions on topics ranging from Roman life and the Medici to World War One. The feed, published on SoundCloud, shows 144 episodes released about every two weeks, with a median length near 66 minutes.
The show's website describes the hosts and the project, and the Apple Podcasts listing shows 220 ratings with a 4.7 average. Listener figures are estimates: based on those ratings, the show likely reaches roughly 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, mostly adults in the UK and the US.
No sponsors were seen in the feed or website. An estimated host-read mid-roll rate of $40 to $200 per episode suits educational publishers, book brands and travel companies seeking an engaged history audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. History Is Sexy can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about History Is Sexy
How much does History Is Sexy charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates a host-read mid-roll at about $40 to $200 per episode, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's own terms.
What is History Is Sexy about?
History Is Sexy is a history podcast where Dr Emma Southon and Janina Matthewson answer listener questions on topics from ancient Rome to World War One, releasing an episode about every two weeks.
How do I contact History Is Sexy 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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