Learning English Stories
Learning English Stories, published by BBC Radio, offers short English-language dramatised adaptations of classic novels for learners. The show has 288 episodes with a weekly cadence and a median length of about five minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode for a host-read mid-roll (estimated).
Reach English learners through a BBC-produced classic-stories series with a high rating
- 288 episodes with a weekly cadence since 2020 build a long, stable catalogue.
- Apple Podcasts shows 330 ratings averaging 4.4 out of 5.
- Episodes run about five minutes, suiting short, focused ad placements.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, dramatised reading
- Tone
- educational, gentle
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 4 to 6 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- BBC
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the feed links only to the BBC terms of use and BBC Learning English pages.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Adaptations of classic novels such as Frankenstein and The Murders in the Rue Morgue carry mild dark themes but no explicit flags are present.
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.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p02pc9s1 |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id925326414 |
| RSS feed | podcasts.files.bbci.co.uk/p02pc9s1.rss |
Benchmark score: 82 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Stories: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn | 2026-10-16 | 4 min |
| Classic Stories: Cinderella | 2026-10-09 | 6 min |
| Classic Stories: The Snow Queen | 2026-10-02 | 5 min |
| Classic Stories: Robin Hood | 2026-09-25 | 5 min |
| Classic Stories: Pride and Prejudice | 2026-09-18 | 4 min |
| Classic Stories: Pygmalion | 2026-09-11 | 4 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Improve your English with these short dramas and stories. Each week we bring you a new story in English you can understand. Find more at bbclearningenglish.com Follow us at bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus
Do you make Learning English Stories? Claim or remove this page.
About Learning English Stories
Learning English Stories is a BBC Radio podcast offering short dramatised versions of classic novels and plays, adapted for English learners. According to the feed and Apple Podcasts, the show has 288 episodes, updates weekly on the feed and biweekly on Apple, and typically runs four to six minutes per episode.
The show is published under BBC Learning English and links to bbclearningenglish.com for further material. Apple Podcasts records 330 ratings with an average of 4.4 out of 5. Listener numbers are not published; based on the rating count, we estimate 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, and the audience is likely to be English learners of mixed age.
No sponsors were seen in the feed. A host-read mid-roll would be estimated at roughly $90 to $625 per episode, and brands in language learning or education may find the audience well matched. Contact details unlock on Starbooked for $0.80.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Learning English Stories can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Learning English Stories
How much does Learning English Stories charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $90 to $625 per episode. These are estimates, not published rates.
What is Learning English Stories about?
It is a BBC Radio podcast that adapts classic novels and plays into short English-language stories for learners, with episodes usually lasting four to six minutes.
How do I contact Learning English Stories about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked. Check the BBC's terms before proposing a commercial placement.
Similar creators
Podcast and other creators in english language learning, ranked by score.
| Creator | Niches | Est. downloads | Median views | Rate | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| english language learningesl | 15k | – | $90–620 | 84 | |
Learning English from the Newspodcast · GB | english language learningnews | 35k | – | $360–1250 | 84 |
Learn English Through Listeningpodcast · GB | english language learningesl | 5k | – | $40–200 | 82 |
| english language learningbritish english | 50k | – | $360–2000 | 79 | |
Espresso English Podcastpodcast | english language learningesl education | 5k | – | $40–200 | 71 |
Learn English with Coffee Break Englishpodcast · GB | english language learningesl | 5k | – | $40–200 | 68 |