Tales to Terrify is a weekly short horror fiction podcast hosted by Drew Sebesteny, with managing editor Seth Williams. It presents published short horror stories in audiobook style. With 787 episodes since 2012 and typical episodes of about 45 minutes, its estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, with an indicative rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Long-running weekly horror fiction show with a loyal, highly rated audience
- 787 episodes since 2012 with a steady weekly release schedule
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.5 from 650 ratings
- Audiobook-style short horror stories with a consistent format and listener contest
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, audiobook-style reading, author interview segment
- Tone
- eerie, dark
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 35 to 50 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The Acast supporter link (supporter.acast.com/talestoterrify) and a merch page indicate listener funding rather than visible sponsors in the last 20 episodes.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Horror fiction with frightening and graphic themes, for example 'Tales to Terrify 763 William Hope Hodgson' and similar titles; no explicit flag is set in the feed (explicit=0).
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.talestoterrify.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id492711030 |
| RSS feed | feeds.acast.com/public/shows/9e301552-3a7e-439d-… |
Benchmark score: 93 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Tales to Terrify 768 Adam Porkolab | 2026-10-16 | 51 min |
| Tales to Terrify 767 B. Garden | 2026-10-09 | 51 min |
| Tales to Terrify 766 Jonathan Louis Duckworth | 2026-10-02 | 40 min |
| Tales to Terrify 765 Dane Fichter | 2026-09-25 | 50 min |
| Tales to Terrify 764 Arthur H. Manners | 2026-09-18 | 44 min |
| Tales to Terrify 763 William Hope Hodgson | 2026-09-11 | 1 h 0 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
The unseen creature whose ravenous fangs dog your every step as your footfalls echo down the midnight alleyway. — A long, icy shadow looming over you, making the hairs on your neck rise and your breath turn to ragged puffs of mist. — Unearthly howls that pierce the night, pulling you from the comfort of sleep with feverish, heart-pounding dread. — Welcome to Tales to Terrify, a weekly horror…
About Tales to Terrify
Tales to Terrify is a weekly short horror fiction podcast that presents stories in audiobook style, with no music bed or heavy production. The show is hosted by Drew Sebesteny, who also produces it, and managing editor Seth Williams, according to the show's About page on talestoterrify.com. It has released 787 episodes since 2012, with a seven-day cadence and episodes typically running 35 to 50 minutes.
The Apple Podcasts listing shows 650 ratings with a 4.5 average. Listener estimates are approximately 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, based on these rating counts and the show's age; these are estimates, not publisher-reported figures. The show's feed names no sponsors in the last 20 episodes, and it funds itself through listener support on Acast.
The show suits horror publishers, audiobook and reading brands, and genre entertainment advertisers. Estimated rates run from $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll ad, which buys a single spot in a mid-length horror episode.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Tales to Terrify can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Tales to Terrify
How much does Tales to Terrify charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll ad is indicatively priced at about $90 to $625 per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's rate card and the terms agreed with the show.
What is Tales to Terrify about?
Tales to Terrify is a weekly short horror fiction podcast that presents published and original horror stories in audiobook style. Each episode features a single story read aloud, typically 35 to 50 minutes long.
How do I contact Tales to Terrify about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked directly through Starbooked.
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