The Lion and The Sun: A Modern History of Iran
The Lion and the Sun is a narrative history podcast from String Studios covering modern Iran, from the Qajar collapse through the Pahlavi era. It has 35 episodes released roughly every 14 days, with median episodes around 29 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with a rate of $80 to $200 per host-read mid-roll.
Serious, well-produced Iran history with a loyal, highly rated audience
- Signal Award winner for Best History Podcast, with 326 Apple ratings averaging 4.3.
- Biweekly narrative series with episodes around 29 minutes, giving a sponsor a stable slot.
- Audience is likely educated, history-minded adults interested in long-form storytelling.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, multi-part series, bonus recap
- Tone
- serious, narrative
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 25 to 35 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
Patreon funding link 'Support the Podcast' appears in the feed; no sponsor mentions found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover coups, assassination attempts and nationalization, with war references such as 'World War II'; the feed is not flagged explicit.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | thelionandthesun.org/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1734730081 |
| RSS feed | thelionandthesun.org/feed/podcast/ |
Benchmark score: 47 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Book Three – Ep.7: The People v. AIOC | 2026-10-01 | 31 min |
| Book Three – Ep.6: Nationalization – Part Two | 2026-09-10 | 24 min |
| Book Three – Ep.5: Nationalization (1) | 2026-04-09 | 28 min |
| Book Three – Ep.4: Paper City | 2026-03-19 | 29 min |
| Book Three – Ep.3: New Friends | 2026-03-05 | 31 min |
| Book Three – Ep.2: ADP | 2026-02-12 | 39 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 18 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
2025 Signal Award Winner: Best History Podcast Iran’s history has been a never-ending struggle for liberty and independence. In this podcast, we tell the story of how Iran ended up where it is now and how religion, monarchy, democracy, and nationalism all played important roles in defining the lives of its people. Book One: The Qajars How the constitutional revolution created Iran’s very first…
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About The Lion and The Sun: A Modern History of Iran
The Lion and the Sun is a narrative history podcast from String Studios that examines modern Iran, covering the Qajar era, the rise and fall of Reza Shah, and the oil disputes that followed. According to the show's website, it is a group of friends with an interest in history who fact-check their work, and the show tells its story across distinct books or seasons. The feed lists 35 episodes released about every 14 days, with median episode length around 29 minutes.
Apple Podcasts shows 326 ratings with a 4.3 average, and the Podcast Index marks the show in its top popularity bucket. The show's listeners are estimated, not measured, to be roughly 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, based on those rating counts and the show's age. The feed shows a Patreon funding link but no sponsor mentions.
Estimated at 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would cost about $80 to $200 under the Starbooked rate of $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads. It suits history publishers, education brands and premium cultural products.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Lion and The Sun: A Modern History of Iran can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Lion and The Sun: A Modern History of Iran
How much does The Lion and the Sun charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated at 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll ranges from about $80 to $200 at $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads. Exact pricing depends on the show's current booking terms.
What is The Lion and the Sun about?
The Lion and the Sun is a narrative history podcast about modern Iran, covering the Qajar dynasty, Reza Shah, and the oil disputes of the twentieth century. Episodes are released about every two weeks.
How do I contact The Lion and the Sun 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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