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Short History of... is an English-language history series from the Noiser network, with 286 episodes released weekly, usually on Mondays. Each episode runs about 53 minutes and covers figures and events such as the English Civil Wars, Nina Simone and Hurricane Katrina. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of about $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll.

Why brands sponsor Short History Of...

Weekly, high-production history episodes with a loyal, highly rated audience

  • 2,671 Apple Podcasts ratings with a 4.7 average signal an engaged and satisfied listener base.
  • Weekly releases of about 53 minutes give a sponsor a steady, predictable slot.
  • Broad subject range, from ancient Rome to 20th-century events, suits general-interest brands.
Best foreducation and learning productsbooks and publishingstreaming and entertainment subscriptions
Watch forDownload estimates are inferred from ratings, not measured, and the audience demographics are estimates.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
History90%
Biographies10%
Formats
narrative, solo monologue, bonus series episodes
Tone
engaging, informative
Language
English
Production
Studio production
Typical length
50 to 55 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent25/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment80/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode5k–25k
Estimated, confidence 50%: Apple Podcasts shows 2,671 ratings (band 1,000 to 5,000, 20,000 to 80,000 downloads) with a 286-episode back catalog and a 2021 start, shifted down a band for a series of about five years old, plus high production, weekly cadence and a Megaphone host.
Audience asks aboutWhat happened during a specific historical eventWho was a particular historical figure and why they matteredHow major historical events changed the modern world
Age
15%18-24
25%25-34
25%35-44
35%45+
Gender
50%women
50%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States45%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom30%
Other25%
LanguagesEnglish 100%

Commercial

0%of the last 20 episodes had a sponsor
None seenno sponsor mentions in the last 20 episodes
Brands seen
Noiser+
Categories promoted
podcast subscriptions, books
Affiliate links
No

The description promotes the Noiser+ subscription, which offers ad-free listening, and the book A Short History of Ancient Rome, with no third-party sponsor named in the feed or titles. The description also lists an advertising contact email, info@adelicious.fm, which points to a sales channel for ads.

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitylow
Adultlow
Drugslow
Violencemedium
Politicslow

Family friendly
Episode titles cover wars, the 9/11 attacks, Hurricane Katrina and the Kray Twins, so historical violence is present in a factual and educational register.

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

Benchmark score: 93 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Consistency Latest episode within the usual cadence43 / 50
Activity Episodes in the last 90 days, weekly is full marks30 / 30
Reach Estimated downloads per episode, 20k is full marks15 / 20

Recent episodes

EpisodeDateLength
Mary Shelley2026-10-1154 min
The English Civil Wars, Part 2 of 22026-10-0453 min
The English Civil Wars, Part 1 of 22026-09-2754 min
The Peasants’ Revolt2026-09-2056 min
The Empire State Building2026-09-1351 min
9/112026-09-0659 min

Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 8 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.

History is full of the extraordinary. Each week, we'll transport you back in time to witness history's most incredible moments and remarkable people. New episodes Mondays, or a week early for Noiser+ subscribers. With Noiser+ you'll also get ad-free listening and exclusive content on shows across the Noiser podcast network. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed to get started or…
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About Short History Of...

Short History of... is a weekly history podcast from the Noiser network that tells the stories of historical events and remarkable people in narrative form. The feed lists 286 episodes, released on Mondays, with a median episode length of about 53 minutes. The website links to Noiser+ and to a companion book, and the show is hosted on Megaphone.

The show is branded to Noiser and carries no named host in the feed, so the presenter is not identified in this dossier. Apple Podcasts lists 2,671 ratings with a 4.7 average, which points to an engaged listener base. Audience figures are estimates only. Listeners are likely to be English-speaking adults with a strong interest in history, though the data does not confirm the exact mix.

The feed shows no third-party sponsors, only Noiser+ subscriptions and the Noiser book promotion. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode. The show suits education, publishing and subscription brands that want a stable weekly slot. Sponsors can contact the show through its advertising email, which is listed in the feed description.

Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Short History Of... can edit or remove this page at any time.

Questions about Short History Of...

How much does Short History of... charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Short History of... is estimated at $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll ad, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. Exact rates depend on the network's current terms and should be confirmed directly with the show.

What is Short History of... about?

Short History of... is a weekly history podcast from the Noiser network. Each episode covers a historical event or a remarkable person, told as a narrative in about 53 minutes.

How do I contact Short History of... about sponsoring an episode?

The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked, so you can also use that route to arrange a sponsorship.

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