Past Present Future is a History of Ideas podcast hosted by David Runciman, host and creator of Talking Politics. It covers ideas from politics to philosophy, culture to technology, through conversations with historians, novelists and scientists. The show has 347 episodes released roughly every three days, typically 55 to 65 minutes long. Estimated downloads per episode are 20,000 to 80,000, with a rate of $360 to $2,000 per episode.
Reach a thoughtful, high-rated history of ideas audience through a long-running weekly series
- Apple Podcasts average rating of 4.9 across 318 ratings signals a highly engaged listener base.
- 347 episodes since April 2023 with releases every three days, giving repeated sponsor exposure.
- Long-form interviews of roughly one hour let a host-read spot sit in a context of sustained attention.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, narrative, series
- Tone
- thoughtful, academic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 54 to 65 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 such as 'Forensics on Trial' and 'The History of Bad Ideas: Overdiagnosis' cover serious historical and political subjects, with no explicit flag in the feed.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.ppfideas.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1682047968 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/ARML2708405200 |
Benchmark score: 53 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| The History of Transhumanism: Silicon Valley | 2026-10-14 | 57 min |
| The History of Transhumanism: New Horizons | 2026-10-11 | 57 min |
| The History of Transhumanism: Origins | 2026-10-07 | 1 h 2 min |
| An Ageing World: Simone de Beauvoir on Old Age | 2026-10-04 | 54 min |
| An Ageing World: The Problem of Gerontocracy | 2026-09-30 | 59 min |
| An Ageing World: The Meaning of Death | 2026-09-27 | 58 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 3 days.
Past Present Future is a bi-weekly History of Ideas podcast with David Runciman, host and creator of Talking Politics, exploring the history of ideas from politics to philosophy, culture to technology. David talks to historians, novelists, scientists and many others about where the most interesting ideas come from, what they mean, and why they matter. Ideas from the past, questions about the…
About Past Present Future
Past Present Future is a History of Ideas podcast hosted by David Runciman, who also created Talking Politics. Through interviews with historians, novelists and scientists, the show explores where ideas come from and why they matter, moving across politics, philosophy, culture and technology. Its website describes the show as bi-weekly with new episodes on Wednesdays and Sundays.
The feed lists 347 episodes, with typical runs of about 55 to 65 minutes, and the Apple Podcasts listing holds 318 ratings with an average of 4.9. Listener estimates for this show are 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, based on these ratings and the show's age and popularity signals. The audience is likely older and skews towards the United Kingdom, though these figures are estimates only.
The feed shows no sponsors so far. A host-read mid-roll would sit at roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode, which suits brands in publishing, education and premium subscriptions that want to reach a thoughtful, engaged audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Past Present Future can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Past Present Future
How much does Past Present Future charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $360 to $2,000 per episode. Rates are estimates derived from listener signals, not a published price.
What is Past Present Future about?
Past Present Future is a History of Ideas podcast hosted by David Runciman. Its episodes explore ideas across politics, philosophy, culture and technology through conversations with historians, novelists and scientists.
How do I contact Past Present Future about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked directly.
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