The Scottish History Podcast, hosted by Owen Innes, covers Scotland's past from ancient Pictish kingdoms to modern political change. It has 161 episodes released roughly every three days, with a median length of about 35 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 2,000 to 8,000 (estimated), a rate of about $40 to $200 per episode for a host-read mid-roll.
A steady, research-led Scottish history show with a loyal back catalogue
- 161 episodes published about every three days, giving sponsors a long run of evergreen inventory
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.9 from 281 ratings, with 265 of them five-star
- Episodes of about 35 minutes covering Scottish history from Pictish kingdoms to modern change
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- solo monologue, narrative, multi-part series
- Tone
- engaging, accessible
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 30 to 45 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
A Patreon funding link (patreon.com/scothistorypod) and a donate page are present, but no sponsor mentions appear in the last 20 episode titles or the description.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover battles, murders and executions (for example 'The Battle of Prestonpans' and 'The Death of William Wallace'), which is historical violence treated educationally.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | scothistorypod.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1495721213 |
| RSS feed | feeds.acast.com/public/shows/5f1ceb12292a624550d… |
Benchmark score: 75 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 145 - Things that go Bump in the Highlands | 2026-10-15 | 28 min |
| 144 - TWISH - The Skye Brige | 2026-10-12 | 31 min |
| 143 - Witches, Warlocks and the Devil in Scotland | 2026-10-08 | 38 min |
| 142 - TWISH - The Otranto, Islay and the American Monument | 2026-10-05 | 24 min |
| 141 - The Wizard of the West Bow & Mary King's Close | 2026-10-01 | 39 min |
| 140 - TWISH - The Battle of The Clans | 2026-09-28 | 32 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 3 days.
The Scottish History Podcast brings Scotland's past to life through engaging storytelling, fascinating characters and remarkable events. From ancient Pictish kingdoms and medieval battles to Jacobite rebellions, scientific pioneers and modern political change, each episode explores the people and moments that shaped the nation. Hosted by Owen Innes, the podcast journeys across more than two…
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About The Scottish History Podcast
The Scottish History Podcast is hosted by Owen Innes, who describes himself on the show website as a long-standing history enthusiast and former Edinburgh tour guide. The show covers more than two thousand years of Scottish history, from ancient Pictish kingdoms and medieval battles to Jacobite rebellions and the lives of ordinary Scots. Episodes are presented as narrative pieces, with recent series on the Covenanters and standalone 'TWISH' episodes.
The show has 161 episodes in its feed, published roughly every three days, with a median episode length of about 35 minutes. Apple Podcasts lists 281 ratings with an average of 4.9. The feed is hosted on Acast, and listeners can support the show through Patreon.
Downloads are not published. Based on the ratings count, the show is estimated at 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, and the figures are estimates only. No sponsors are named in the feed or on the website. A host-read mid-roll would be priced at roughly $40 to $200 per episode, suited to tourism, educational and heritage brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Scottish History Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Scottish History Podcast
How much does The Scottish History Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at roughly $40 to $200 per episode. Actual rates depend on the host's terms, which are not published.
What is The Scottish History Podcast about?
The show covers Scottish history over more than two thousand years, including battles, rebellions, saints, scholars and everyday life, presented as researched narrative episodes hosted by Owen Innes.
How do I contact The Scottish History Podcast 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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