History Unplugged, hosted by Scott Rank, PhD, is a history show that mixes long-form interviews with bestselling authors and call-in episodes where listeners ask a resident historian questions. The show has 1,000 episodes in its feed, released roughly every two days, with typical episodes running 45 to 55 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 20,000 to 80,000 (estimated), with a host-read rate of about $360 to $2,000 per episode.
Long-running history show with 1,000 episodes and a loyal call-in audience
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.2 from 3,919 ratings signals an engaged audience.
- Weekly-or-faster releases of 45 to 55 minute episodes give steady placements.
- Interviews with bestselling historians suit books, education, and travel brands.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, call-in Q&A, solo monologue
- Tone
- informative, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 40 to 55 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episodes cover wars and genocide (e.g. 'Nazis Built Tank Turrets', 'April 1945 in Berlin'), handled as historical reporting; the feed is not flagged explicit.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | scottrankphd.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1237796990 |
| RSS feed | www.omnycontent.com/d/playlist/5e27a451-e6e6-4c5… |
Benchmark score: 50 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| England's Last Knights Fought in Armor Until the 1640s | 2026-10-15 | 42 min |
| Vikings Went from Christendom’s Terror to Its Best Crusaders | 2026-10-13 | 47 min |
| Why the Most Powerful Muslim Rulers in the Middle East Considered the | 2026-10-08 | 47 min |
| The Gold Rush Created Get Rich Quick Schemes and ‘Move Fast and Break | 2026-10-06 | 47 min |
| Every Fight in American History Was Also a Fight Over Who Gets to Eat | 2026-10-01 | 47 min |
| Romans Quarried Marble, Cathars Hid in Caves, and Nazis Built Tank Tur | 2026-09-29 | 46 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 2 days.
For history lovers who listen to podcasts, History Unplugged is the most comprehensive show of its kind. It's the only show that dedicates episodes to both interviewing experts and answering questions from its audience. First, it features a call-in show where you can ask our resident historian (Scott Rank, PhD) absolutely anything (What was it like to be a Turkish sultan with four wives and…
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About History Unplugged Podcast
History Unplugged is a history podcast hosted by Scott Rank, PhD, combining long-form interviews with bestselling authors and call-in episodes where listeners ask a resident historian questions. The feed lists 1,000 episodes released about every two days, with a median length of roughly 50 minutes. Scott Rank's website describes him as a historian; the show is rated 4.2 from 3,919 ratings on Apple Podcasts.
Listeners are estimated, not measured, to be mainly adults in the United States, with a leaning toward the 35-plus age group. Estimated downloads per episode are 20,000 to 80,000. No sponsors were seen in the feed.
At an estimated $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll, a sponsorship funds reach among history enthusiasts. It suits book publishers, education, travel, and history-themed product brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. History Unplugged Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about History Unplugged Podcast
How much does History Unplugged Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates are about $360 to $2,000 per episode, based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode at $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads. Exact rates depend on the sponsor's terms.
What is History Unplugged Podcast about?
History Unplugged covers history through long-form interviews with authors and call-in episodes where listeners ask a historian questions. Topics include World War II, ancient Rome, and the medieval period, with episodes about 50 minutes long.
How do I contact History Unplugged Podcast 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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