The Evolution of Horror, hosted by Mike Muncer, is a weekly movie discussion podcast tracing horror cinema history one sub-genre at a time, from Universal Monsters to 80s slashers. With 428 episodes since 2017, it runs about 100 minutes per episode, with an estimated 888 Apple ratings suggesting roughly 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. Rate: about $90 to $625 per episode.
Long-running horror history show with a loyal, highly rated listener base
- 888 Apple ratings with a 4.8 average suggest a dedicated, engaged audience.
- 428 episodes on a weekly cadence offer sustained exposure across a long archive.
- Guest interviews with horror creators and scholars give hosts credibility with genre fans.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted discussion, guest interview, episodic series, bonus preview
- Tone
- analytical, enthusiastic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 80 to 120 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
Patreon bonus episodes such as 'Top 50 Horror Movies Not in the English Language (Patreon Preview)' indicate a listener-funded model, though no funding link appears in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Feed carries an explicit flag, and titles such as 'Carrie (2026) Spoilerific Review' and 'Faces of Death' reflect graphic horror subject matter.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | evolutionofhorror.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1276042346 |
| RSS feed | evolutionofhorror.libsyn.com/rss |
Benchmark score: 91 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Top 50 Horror Movies Not in the English Language (Patreon Preview) | 2026-10-16 | 57 min |
| Carrie (2026) Spoilerific Review + An Interview With Mike Flanagan | 2026-10-08 | 1 h 44 min |
| EOH Revisited #8: The Evolution of the Vampire with Chris Newton | 2026-09-03 | 2 h 12 min |
| EOH Revisited #7: The Evolution of Alien & Cosmic Horror with Journey | 2026-08-27 | 1 h 25 min |
| EOH Revisited #6: Mind & Body Horror with Juliet Sugg | 2026-08-20 | 1 h 38 min |
| EOH Revisited #5: The Evolution of Occult Horror with Alex Ayling & Mi | 2026-08-13 | 1 h 39 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Welcome horror fans! The Evolution of Horror is a weekly movie discussion podcast that covers the history of horror cinema, one sub-genre at a time. From Universal Monsters to 80s slashers, from Alfred Hitchcock to Jordan Peele, we've got it covered! Each week, host Mike Muncer is joined by a different guest from the world of horror to discuss a movie in depth and its place in horror history.
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About The Evolution of Horror
The Evolution of Horror is a weekly movie discussion podcast hosted by Mike Muncer, covering the history of horror cinema one sub-genre at a time. Episodes feature a different guest each week, with discussion of films, their place in horror history, and recurring series such as Man-Made Monsters, according to the show's feed and website.
The show has published 428 episodes since August 2017, with a seven-day cadence and a median episode length of about 100 minutes, per the Libsyn feed. Apple Podcasts lists 888 ratings with a 4.8 average. Listener estimates are based on these ratings and the show's age and cadence rather than published download counts, and suggest roughly 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, with the audience skewing toward 25 to 34 year olds and listeners in the UK and US.
No host-read sponsors appear in the recent feed, so the show suits brands seeking a horror-focused audience. Estimated host-read rates run about $90 to $625 per episode, which would fund a single mid-roll placement. Horror streaming, genre merchandise and film-related brands are the strongest fits.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Evolution of Horror can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Evolution of Horror
How much does The Evolution of Horror charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates are about $90 to $625 per episode, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads. Exact rates depend on placement and terms agreed with the show.
What is The Evolution of Horror about?
It is a weekly movie discussion podcast hosted by Mike Muncer that traces horror cinema history one sub-genre at a time. Each episode features a guest discussing a film and its place in the genre.
How do I contact The Evolution of Horror about sponsoring an episode?
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