The Road of Shadows is a serial fiction audio drama by Mark R. Healy, set in 1984 and following Daniel Knox, a man hunted by disguised creatures called Shadows. The show has 64 episodes released roughly every two weeks, with a median length of about 26 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate range of $90 to $625 per episode.
Serial sci-fi horror drama with a loyal, highly rated listener base
- Apple Podcasts shows 737 ratings with a 4.6 average, a strong engagement signal for a fiction serial.
- 64 episodes released biweekly since February 2023 give a sponsor a long, steady run.
- Median episode length of about 26 minutes suits a mid-roll host-read placement.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, serial drama, trailer and bonus episodes
- Tone
- suspenseful, dark
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 22 to 27 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
The feed carries the explicit flag set to 1 and the fiction is horror-themed with creatures that prey on humans, so violence is rated medium.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | theroadofshadows.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1674044366 |
| RSS feed | feeds.acast.com/public/shows/6ab696e4c974afb1545… |
Benchmark score: 74 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Presenting - The Gentleman From Hell | 2026-10-13 | 29 min |
| Shadows After Dark - Retro - Episode 1.1 | 2026-08-13 | 45 min |
| Episode 5.8 - Mount Sunder (Season Finale) | 2026-08-11 | 32 min |
| Episode 5.7 - Proposal | 2026-07-28 | 27 min |
| Episode 5.6 - Rivals | 2026-07-14 | 24 min |
| Episode 5.5 - The Old Maid | 2026-06-30 | 22 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
It's 1984, and Daniel Knox is on the run. He's spent his entire life evading mysterious creatures that are disguised as everyday people - the ones he calls 'Shadows'. Preying on humans in secret, the Shadows are an enigma even to Daniel. But he knows one thing for sure - the Shadows' true nature can't be seen by anyone but him. As he seeks refuge in a remote mountain community, Daniel crosses…
About The Road of Shadows
The Road of Shadows is a serial audio drama created and hosted by Mark R. Healy, distributed through Acast and the show's website. Set in 1984, it follows Daniel Knox, who evades monsters disguised as ordinary people, and the series has run 64 episodes since February 2023, released roughly every two weeks with a median length of about 26 minutes. The website describes it as an audio drama set in a small mountain community.
Apple Podcasts lists the show with 737 ratings and a 4.6 average, which places it in the 5,000 to 25,000 estimated downloads per episode band. Listener age and location figures are estimates only, not published data. The feed shows no named sponsors, and the show is not known to run paid advertising.
The show suits brands in streaming, genre entertainment, and gaming that want a mid-roll host-read in a fiction serial. Estimated rates are $90 to $625 per episode, depending on audience size. The explicit flag on the feed means family-oriented sponsors should look elsewhere.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Road of Shadows can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Road of Shadows
How much does The Road of Shadows charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are $90 to $625 per episode for a host-read mid-roll ad, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. Exact pricing depends on the sponsor's package and the show's current audience.
What is The Road of Shadows about?
The Road of Shadows is a serial audio drama set in 1984. It follows Daniel Knox, a man who evades monsters disguised as humans, and the story unfolds across 64 episodes.
How do I contact The Road of Shadows about sponsoring an episode?
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