Reconquista, hosted by Sharyn Eastaugh, is a narrative history podcast covering the rise of Al-Andalus and the Spanish Christian reconquest from 712 to the fall of Granada in 1492. It has 142 episodes released roughly every two weeks, with a median length of about 22 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 2,000 to 8,000, implying a rate of $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll.
Loyal history listeners on a steady two-week schedule, rated 4.7 on Apple
- 356 Apple ratings with a 4.7 average signal an engaged, committed listenership.
- 142 episodes on a biweekly cadence give a long, consistent back catalogue.
- Medieval Spanish history suits education, travel, and books-adjacent brands.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, multi-part series
- Tone
- scholarly, measured
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 20 to 24 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the funding links list is empty.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Medieval military history such as battles and sieges is discussed in episode titles like 'The siege of Algeciras' and 'The Battle of Salado', with no explicit flag set.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | reconquista.podbean.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1524900584 |
| RSS feed | feed.podbean.com/reconquista/feed.xml |
Benchmark score: 71 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 142 - Castile v Navarre Part 2 | 2026-10-09 | 21 min |
| Episode 141 - Castile v Navarre Part 1 | 2026-09-25 | 21 min |
| Episode 140 - Carlos the Bad | 2026-09-11 | 23 min |
| Episode 139 - John of Gaunt Part 3 | 2026-08-28 | 23 min |
| Episode 138 - John of Gaunt Part 2 | 2026-08-14 | 23 min |
| Episode 137 - John of Gaunt Part 1 | 2026-07-31 | 22 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 10 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
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About Reconquista
Reconquista is a narrative history podcast hosted by Sharyn Eastaugh that traces the rise of Al-Andalus and the Spanish Christian reconquest from 712 to the fall of the Kingdom of Granada in 1492. The feed lists 142 episodes released about every two weeks, with a median runtime of roughly 22 minutes. Episode titles cover kings, battles and sieges, such as Carlos the Bad and the siege of Algeciras.
The show's Apple Podcasts listing shows 356 ratings with a 4.7 average, and the feed's website at reconquista.podbean.com hosts the show. Listener numbers are not published; based on the rating count, we estimate 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, and the audience skews toward adults aged 35 and over, which is also an estimate. No sponsors appear in the feed, the description or the funding links.
At an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would typically cost $40 to $200, a rate set by a flat per-thousand formula. Brands in travel to Spain, books and educational media may find the audience a good fit.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Reconquista can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Reconquista
How much does Reconquista charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll rate runs roughly $40 to $200 per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's own terms and any package offered.
What is Reconquista about?
Reconquista is a narrative history podcast by Sharyn Eastaugh covering the rise of Al-Andalus and the Spanish reconquest, from 712 to the fall of Granada in 1492, in episodes of about 22 minutes.
How do I contact Reconquista about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked directly, so you can start a sponsorship request from the show's profile.
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