The Climate Question
The Climate Question, produced by BBC World Service, examines why it is so hard to protect the planet and how that might change. It has 317 episodes released roughly weekly, typically 23 to 30 minutes long. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, implying a rate of $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll ad.
Global climate reporting from BBC World Service, with a loyal, educated listener base
- Weekly BBC World Service episodes covering climate across regions, from Nepal glaciers to Pakistan solar.
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.4 from 174 ratings, with a publisher of established international standing.
- Consistent 23 to 30 minute episodes give a predictable slot for host-read messages.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, interview, reported feature
- Tone
- informative, measured
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 23 to 30 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
Family friendly
Episode titles cover climate policy, protests and disasters with no explicit flags; political content is limited to climate policy debate.
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
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w13xtvb6 |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1538415261 |
| RSS feed | podcasts.files.bbci.co.uk/w13xtvb6.rss |
Benchmark score: 74 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Are we ready for a super El Niño? | 2026-10-11 | 23 min |
| The battery revolution | 2026-10-04 | 26 min |
| Climate overshoot: The world beyond 1.5°C | 2026-09-27 | 29 min |
| The solar power boom in Pakistan and the Philippines | 2026-09-20 | 23 min |
| Can China build its way out of climate change? | 2026-09-13 | 28 min |
| How will melting glaciers change Nepal? | 2026-09-06 | 26 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 8 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Why we find it so hard to save our own planet, and how we might change that.
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About The Climate Question
The Climate Question is an episodic podcast from BBC World Service that examines why it is difficult to protect the planet and how that could change. The feed lists 317 episodes released roughly every week, with typical runtimes of 23 to 30 minutes. Recent episodes cover the battery revolution, solar growth in Pakistan and the Philippines, and climate effects on Africa's forests.
The show is published by BBC World Service, as stated in the feed and on the BBC programmes page for the series. Apple Podcasts lists a 4.4 average rating from 174 ratings, and the Apple listing describes the release frequency as biweekly. The feed shows no named hosts and no sponsor mentions across the last 20 episodes.
Listeners are estimated, not measured, to be a mix of UK, US and international audiences aged mostly 25 and older. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, which implies a host-read mid-roll rate of about $360 to $2,000 per episode. The show suits clean energy, battery and sustainability brands seeking a credible, global audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Climate Question can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Climate Question
How much does The Climate Question charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll ad is estimated at about $360 to $2,000. Exact pricing depends on the publisher's policy and must be confirmed directly.
What is The Climate Question about?
The Climate Question is a BBC World Service podcast about why it is hard to save the planet and how that might change. Episodes cover energy, disasters, health and policy across many regions.
How do I contact The Climate Question about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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