Long Shadow is a limited-series history podcast hosted by historian and journalist Garrett Graff and produced by Long Lead with PRX. It examines pivotal moments in U.S. history such as Waco, 9/11 and January 6. The show has 35 episodes, a roughly weekly series cadence, and typical full episodes of about 45 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with an estimated rate of $90 to $625 per mid-roll read.
Award-winning American history series with an engaged, highly rated audience
- Apple Podcasts shows 2,098 ratings with a 4.8 average, a strong signal of listener loyalty.
- Produced by Long Lead with PRX and hosted by historian Garrett Graff, with Edward R. Murrow and Signal award recognition.
- Fresh 9/11 25th anniversary episode published September 2026, a timely hook for history and news sponsors.
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Content
- Formats
- narrative, archival tape, interview
- Tone
- authoritative, investigative
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 35 to 50 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Long LeadPRX
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description names only the producer Long Lead and the distributor PRX.
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The feed is flagged explicit, and episodes such as 'January 6: Day of the Rope' and 'The Bundys: A Call to Arms' cover violent events.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.longshadowpodcast.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1577471264 |
| RSS feed | publicfeeds.net/f/6760/feed-rss.xml |
Benchmark score: 25 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| “Never again” / What is the legacy of 9/11? | 2026-09-01 | 1 h 10 min |
| Trailer: Long Shadow: “Never again” / What is the legacy of 9/11? | 2026-08-26 | 4 min |
| The Red Pill | 2025-08-05 | 1 h 4 min |
| Going Viral | 2025-07-29 | 55 min |
| Weapons of Mass Distraction | 2025-07-22 | 44 min |
| Enragement Equals Engagement | 2025-07-15 | 37 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 48 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Through a series of riveting, complex narratives, LONG SHADOW makes sense of what people know — and what they thought they knew — about the most pivotal moments in U.S. history, including Waco, Columbine, Y2K, 9/11, COVID-19, January 6, and beyond. Hosted by Pulitzer-finalist historian, author, and journalist Garrett Graff, this Peabody-nominated podcast has been called “rigorous, authoritative,…
About Long Shadow
Long Shadow is a limited-series history podcast hosted by Garrett Graff and produced by Long Lead with PRX. According to the show website, each season examines pivotal moments in U.S. history, including Waco, Columbine, 9/11, COVID-19 and January 6, using archival tape and interviews to explain their continuing influence.
The show has 35 episodes in its feed, released on a roughly seven-day cadence, with full episodes typically running 35 to 50 minutes. Apple Podcasts lists 2,098 ratings with a 4.8 average. Audience figures are estimates only, placed at 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, and the audience is likely weighted toward adults aged 35 and over.
The feed shows no sponsors, so the show appears to be funded through its producers rather than advertising. At an estimated $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll, a sponsorship would suit history publishers, education brands and media companies targeting an American adult audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Long Shadow can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Long Shadow
How much does Long Shadow charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll ad, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's own terms and the placement booked.
What is Long Shadow about?
Long Shadow is a limited-series history podcast hosted by Garrett Graff. Each season examines pivotal American events such as Waco, 9/11, COVID-19 and January 6, using archival tape and interviews.
How do I contact Long Shadow about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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