Saga Thing, hosted by Dr. John Sexton and Dr. Andy Pfrenger, puts the Icelandic sagas of the Icelanders on trial through close readings and scholarly discussion of medieval Iceland. The show has 224 episodes released roughly every 24 days, typically 60 to 100 minutes long. Estimated downloads per episode are 500 to 3,000, with a rate of $40 to $90 per host-read mid-roll.
Engaged medieval history listeners who finish long, scholarly episodes
- Two literature professors discuss Icelandic sagas across 224 episodes
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.9 from 418 ratings signals a loyal audience
- Episodes typically run 60 to 95 minutes, giving room for a host-read spot
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted discussion, chapter-by-chapter readthrough, interview, themed briefs
- Tone
- scholarly, playful
- Language
- English
- Production
- Home recording
- Typical length
- 60 to 95 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed, and the website lists a store and Discord but no funding links.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The show covers violent saga content such as feuds and killings, as in the 'Best Bloodshed' and 'Body Count' pages, while episode titles are academic and not explicit.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.sagathingpodcast.wordpress.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id721349054 |
| RSS feed | sagathing.podbean.com/feed.xml |
Benchmark score: 72 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 42 - The Saga of Thorstein Siðu-Hallson (chapters 3-5) | 2026-10-16 | 1 h 6 min |
| Episode 42a - The Saga of Thorstein Siðu-Hallsson (chapters 1-2) | 2026-09-21 | 1 h 1 min |
| Saga Brief 30 - From Sleipnir to Freyfaxi: The Culture of Horses in Me | 2026-09-01 | 1 h 39 min |
| Hwaet a Movie - Episode 7: Outlander (2008) | 2026-08-14 | 2 h 12 min |
| Saga Brief 29 - Interview with Ármann Jakobsson on Minor Characters in | 2026-08-03 | 1 h 13 min |
| Episode 41g – Viga-Glum’s Saga (Judgments) | 2026-07-28 | 1 h 33 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 24 days.
Discover what Vikings did when they were at home in this fun medieval history and literature podcast about the Icelandic sagas. Hosted by two medieval literature professors with beards.
About Saga Thing
Saga Thing is a history and literature podcast in which Dr. John Sexton of Bridgewater State University and Dr. Andy Pfrenger of the University of Mississippi put the Icelandic sagas on trial. Per the show's website, the hosts met in graduate school in Medieval Studies and launched the show in 2013 to read, review and discuss the sagas. The show reviews sagas chapter by chapter, interviews scholars, and includes themed briefs and holiday specials.
The feed lists 224 episodes, released roughly every 24 days, with a median episode length of about 94 minutes. Apple Podcasts shows 418 ratings with an average of 4.9. Listeners are estimated, not measured, and are likely readers of medieval literature and history, with the largest group in the United States. Estimated downloads are 500 to 3,000 per episode.
No sponsors appear in the feed or on the website. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $40 to $90 per episode, based on the estimated audience. It suits book publishers, educational and travel brands, and cultural institutions seeking a focused, engaged audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Saga Thing can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Saga Thing
How much does Saga Thing charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated at $40 to $90 per host-read mid-roll, based on an estimated 500 to 3,000 downloads per episode. Actual rates depend on the show's own terms and audience data.
What is Saga Thing about?
Saga Thing is a medieval history and literature podcast where two professors discuss and review the Icelandic sagas, chapter by chapter, with interviews and themed episodes.
How do I contact Saga Thing about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked directly, so check the listing for availability.
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