Inside Appalachia
Inside Appalachia, produced by West Virginia Public Broadcasting, is an audio tour of Appalachian history, food, music and culture. The show has 324 episodes with a weekly cadence and a median length of about 53 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with an estimated rate of $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll ad.
Regional public radio audience with steady weekly episodes on Appalachian culture
- 324 episodes with a weekly release schedule and a consistent length of about 53 minutes
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.7 from 260 ratings, with 90 percent of ratings at 5 stars or 4 stars
- Produced by West Virginia Public Broadcasting, a public broadcaster with a long-standing regional audience
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, interview, documentary feature, encore rebroadcast
- Tone
- warm, reflective
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 50 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
Episode titles cover history, music, food and community topics, with no explicit flags in the feed.
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.wvpublic.org/podcast/inside-appalachia |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id623400860 |
| RSS feed | feedpress.me/InsideAppalachia |
Benchmark score: 85 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Encore: Ohio's Ancient Earthworks And Ballad Singing After Hurricane H | 2026-10-16 | 54 min |
| Barbara Kingsolver, Kudzu Warriors And Pawpaws, Inside Appalachia | 2026-10-09 | 52 min |
| Ballroom Culture And Hometown Papers Covering The Notable, Inside Appa | 2026-10-02 | 52 min |
| Hockey And W.Va. Hip Hop, Inside Appalachia | 2026-09-25 | 54 min |
| Encore: The Love Of Competition, Inside Appalachia | 2026-09-18 | 53 min |
| Encore: Torn All To Pieces And Marina Waters, Inside Appalachia | 2026-09-11 | 54 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Inside Appalachia tells the stories of our people, and how they live today. The show is an audio tour of our rich history, food, music and culture.
About Inside Appalachia
Inside Appalachia is a weekly audio series produced by West Virginia Public Broadcasting that tours the history, food, music and culture of the Appalachian region. According to the show's RSS feed and website, the program has released 324 episodes since July 2020, with a median episode length of about 53 minutes. Recent episodes cover topics such as Dolly Parton, Appalachian comics, kudzu and Shinto gardens in Southwest Virginia.
The show is hosted on West Virginia Public Broadcasting's website and distributed through Apple Podcasts, where it holds a 4.7 average rating from 260 ratings, according to Apple Podcasts data. Listener figures are estimates: the audience is likely regional and skews toward older adults, with an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. The feed shows no sponsors, so the show appears to rely on public broadcasting support.
A host-read mid-roll ad is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode, based on the estimated download range. The show suits regional brands, food and outdoor companies, and community-focused campaigns that want to reach Appalachian listeners.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Inside Appalachia can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Inside Appalachia
How much does Inside Appalachia charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode. Rates depend on the final audience estimate and the placement chosen.
What is Inside Appalachia about?
Inside Appalachia is a weekly audio series from West Virginia Public Broadcasting that covers Appalachian history, food, music, and culture through stories and interviews about the region and its people.
How do I contact Inside Appalachia 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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