The Book Club
The Book Club, hosted by Dominic Sandbrook and Tabitha Syrett and published by Goalhanger, explores the historical context behind famous novels and their authors. It has 36 episodes released weekly, typically 70 to 90 minutes long. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll.
Literary history podcast with 943 Apple ratings averaging 4.8 stars
- Weekly 70 to 90 minute episodes build a steady, loyal listening habit.
- Apple Podcasts ratings average 4.8 across 943 reviews, indicating an engaged audience.
- Hosted by Goalhanger, a publisher with a multi-show catalogue and established production.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted discussion, narrative history, essay-style analysis
- Tone
- erudite, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 70 to 90 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
Episode 34 on American Psycho and episode 30 on Lolita indicate mature literary subject matter, though the feed is not flagged explicit.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | feeds.megaphone.fm/thebookclub |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1876049295 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/thebookclub |
Benchmark score: 99 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 36. The Bell Jar: Sylvia Plath’s Tragedy | 2026-10-12 | 1 h 34 min |
| 35. Goldfinger: The Ultimate James Bond Novel | 2026-10-05 | 1 h 15 min |
| 34. American Psycho: Murder, Trump, and New York City | 2026-09-28 | 1 h 13 min |
| 33. Jane Eyre: The Best Brontë Novel? | 2026-09-21 | 1 h 22 min |
| 32. A Month In The Country: Is This The Greatest Novella Ever Written? | 2026-09-14 | 1 h 5 min |
| 31. Lord Of The Flies: Survival Of The Fittest | 2026-09-07 | 1 h 18 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 7 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
The Book Club, hosted by Dominic Sandbrook and Tabitha Syrett, brings the historical context behind famous books to life. Each week, the hosts explore a classic or contemporary title, unpacking the world in which it was written and the story behind its author. This is not your typical literature podcast: The Book Club educates AND entertains, leaving you knowing some of the greatest stories ever…
About The Book Club
The Book Club is a weekly podcast hosted by Dominic Sandbrook and Tabitha Syrett, published by Goalhanger. Each episode examines a famous novel or author and the historical world behind it, with 36 episodes released so far at a typical length of 70 to 90 minutes, according to the RSS feed.
The show's Apple Podcasts listing shows 943 ratings with an average of 4.8 stars. Downloads are not published; based on the ratings count and show age, the estimate is 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, which is an estimate rather than a measured figure. The audience is likely to be readers and history enthusiasts, mostly in the United Kingdom.
The feed shows no sponsors in the last 20 episodes. At the estimated audience, a host-read mid-roll would be priced at roughly $90 to $625 per episode, which suits book publishers, cultural institutions and premium lifestyle brands seeking an engaged literary audience. Sources: the RSS feed and Apple Podcasts.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Book Club can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Book Club
How much does The Book Club charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll, based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode. Pricing for a specific campaign depends on placement and the number of episodes booked.
What is The Book Club about?
The Book Club, hosted by Dominic Sandbrook and Tabitha Syrett, examines famous novels and their authors alongside the historical context in which they were written. Episodes run weekly at roughly 70 to 90 minutes.
How do I contact The Book Club about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked directly.
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