The Rest Is Classified
The Rest Is Classified, published by Goalhanger and hosted by David McCloskey and Gordon Corera, covers spies, espionage, intelligence agencies and covert operations. The show has 218 episodes released roughly every three days, typically 45 to 60 minutes long. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 50,000 per episode, with a rate range of $360 to $1,250 per mid-roll.
Engaged history and espionage listeners, ranked 4.5 stars across 970 Apple ratings
- Apple Podcasts shows 970 ratings with a 4.5 average, a strong signal of an engaged listener base.
- Weekly-plus cadence of about one episode every three days keeps sponsor messages in regular rotation.
- Goalhanger network publishing and a 40 to 55 minute format suit mid-roll host-read placements.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted discussion, narrative, news roundup
- Tone
- analytical, gripping
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 40 to 55 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
Episodes cover the 9/11 attacks and terrorism (for example '189. 9/11: How Much Did the Saudis Know? (Ep 3)'), and the show is not flagged explicit in the feed.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | feeds.megaphone.fm/therestisclassified |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1780384916 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/therestisclassified |
Benchmark score: 49 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Scoop: The Biggest Threats to Britain, Live From MI5 | 2026-10-13 | 49 min |
| 199. Kim Philby: Undercover in Beirut (Ep 4) | 2026-10-11 | 47 min |
| Intelligence Scoop: Former German Spy Chief Arrested for Treason | 2026-10-07 | 36 min |
| 198. Kim Philby: Interrogated by MI5 (Ep 3) | 2026-10-04 | 51 min |
| London Station (Extract) | 2026-10-02 | 33 min |
| Intelligence Scoop: Could Netanyahu Have Prevented October 7? | 2026-09-30 | 53 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 3 days.
Enter the secretive world of spies, espionage, and covert operations. Hosted by former CIA analyst turned spy novelist, David McCloskey, and veteran security correspondent, Gordon Corera, this podcast unravels real-life spy stories, intelligence secrets, and the hidden power struggles shaping global events. From Cold War espionage to modern-day intelligence agencies like the CIA, MI6, and Mossad,…
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About The Rest Is Classified
The Rest Is Classified is a history and espionage podcast published by Goalhanger and hosted by David McCloskey and Gordon Corera, according to the feed and Apple Podcasts. The show covers Cold War espionage, intelligence agencies such as MI6, the CIA and Mossad, and recent security stories, released roughly every three days with episodes typically running 45 to 60 minutes.
The Apple Podcasts listing shows 970 ratings with a 4.5 average, and the show has 218 episodes in the feed since its November 2024 launch. Listeners are estimated, not measured, to be mostly UK and US adults aged 25 to 44 with a male skew, and the show carried no visible sponsors in the recent feed.
At an estimated 20,000 to 50,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would be priced around $360 to $1,250 per episode. The show suits history, security, media and book brands seeking an engaged, analytical audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Rest Is Classified can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Rest Is Classified
How much does The Rest Is Classified charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 20,000 to 50,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $360 to $1,250. Final pricing depends on the show's own terms and the placement booked.
What is The Rest Is Classified about?
The Rest Is Classified covers spies, espionage and covert operations, from Cold War stories to modern intelligence agencies. It is hosted by David McCloskey and Gordon Corera and releases episodes roughly every three days.
How do I contact The Rest Is Classified about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked directly through Starbooked.
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