The Tolkien Road, hosted by John Carswell with co-host Greta, explores J.R.R. Tolkien's writings, from The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion to Unfinished Tales and the Tolkien-themed Mariner's Wife series. It has 569 episodes released about every five days, typically 35 to 45 minutes long. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, a rate of roughly $90 to $625 per episode.
Reach a dedicated Tolkien audience across 569 long-running episodes
- Apple Podcasts rating average of 4.5 from 391 ratings signals an engaged listener base.
- Weekly-plus cadence with 20 to 45 minute episodes gives a sponsor steady recurring placements.
- Literary and fantasy audience suits books, games, collectibles, and tabletop or hobby brands.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted discussion, chapter-by-chapter analysis, essay-style monologue
- Tone
- thoughtful, enthusiastic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 35 to 50 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
A Spreaker support page and a 'Support the podcast!' funding link appear in the feed, but no sponsor mentions found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover fantasy war and tragedy in Tolkien's works, such as 'Tolkien's Tragedy: Downfall and Aftermath', with no explicit flag set.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | tolkienroad.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id963794050 |
| RSS feed | www.spreaker.com/show/5222755/episodes/feed |
Benchmark score: 88 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 0231: Unfinished Tales » What’s In The Book? | 2026-10-14 | 49 min |
| 0384: The Lord of the Rings » Prologue » Concerning Hobbits | 2026-10-12 | 36 min |
| 0230: Unfinished Tales » Overview & Background | 2026-10-07 | 1 h 15 min |
| 0381: The Lord of the Rings » Tolkien's Foreword(s) | 2026-10-05 | 34 min |
| Three Major Problems With The Silmarillion (Episode 0253 Revisited) | 2026-09-30 | 55 min |
| The Mariner's Wife - Part 5: The Mariner's Mailbag (EP188 Revisited) | 2026-09-28 | 56 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 5 days.
Embark upon a wondrous journey through the realms of Middle-earth and beyond with the Tolkien Road, a podcast dedicated to the enchanting tales and writings of JRR Tolkien. Come, join John, Greta, and our mighty Fellowship as we delve deep into the magic that lingers within the pages of these timeless legends. And always remember: DO NOT BE HASTY!!! Become a supporter of this podcast:…
About The Tolkien Road
The Tolkien Road is a podcast about J.R.R. Tolkien's writings, hosted by John Carswell with co-host Greta, according to the feed and the show's website. Its 569 episodes, released roughly every five days, cover The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion, Unfinished Tales, and adaptations, usually running 35 to 50 minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists 391 ratings with an average of 4.5 stars, which suggests a loyal listener base. Based on those signals, listener figures are estimated rather than published: an audience likely skewed toward adults aged 25 and older, with most estimated downloads per episode between 5,000 and 25,000.
Sponsors have not been seen in the feed, though a Spreaker support link is present. At an estimated rate of $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $90 to $625 per episode. The show suits book publishers, fantasy hobby brands, and tabletop companies.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Tolkien Road can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Tolkien Road
How much does The Tolkien Road charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates run about $90 to $625 per episode, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads at $18 to $25 per 1,000. Exact pricing should be confirmed with the show.
What is The Tolkien Road about?
The Tolkien Road is a podcast that explores J.R.R. Tolkien's writings, including The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion, and Unfinished Tales, with hosts John Carswell and Greta.
How do I contact The Tolkien Road 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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