Uncanny is a BBC Radio 4 documentary podcast hosted by Danny Robins, investigating real-life paranormal encounters from ghostly phantoms to UFOs. The show has 110 episodes in its feed and publishes daily during its October countdown, with typical episodes around 95 to 100 seconds. Estimated downloads per episode are 20,000 to 80,000, with a rate of $360 to $2,000 per episode.
Daily BBC Radio 4 paranormal documentary with a high-trust, broadcast-grade audience
- Published by BBC Radio 4 with 634 Apple ratings averaging 4.7 stars.
- Daily October countdown episodes under two minutes each suit short host-read spots.
- Strong seasonal engagement around Halloween, with a 110-episode back catalogue.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, solo monologue, interview
- Tone
- curious, eerie
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 1 to 2 minutes for countdown cases, 30 to 40 minutes for specials
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
Cases such as 'Little Biter' and paranormal death-related stories involve some frightening and violent themes, though the feed carries no explicit flag.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0010x7c |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1589938734 |
| RSS feed | podcasts.files.bbci.co.uk/m0010x7c.rss |
Benchmark score: 43 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Halloween Countdown 2026: Case 17: The Ship's Ghost | 2026-10-17 | 2 min |
| Halloween Countdown 2026: Case 16: Night Nurse | 2026-10-16 | 2 min |
| Halloween Countdown 2026: Case 15: The Ghost Who Saved My Sister | 2026-10-15 | 2 min |
| Halloween Countdown 2026: Case 14: The Cyclist, and the UFO | 2026-10-14 | 2 min |
| Halloween Countdown 2026: Case 13: Say My Name | 2026-10-13 | 2 min |
| Halloween Countdown 2026: Countdown Catch Up and Case 12: Beckoned Tow | 2026-10-12 | 14 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 2 days ago, a new one about every 1 days.
From ghostly phantoms to UFOs, Danny Robins investigates real-life stories of paranormal encounters. So, are you Team Believer or Team Sceptic? Written and presented by Danny Robins Editor and Sound Designer: Charlie Brandon-King Music: Evelyn Sykes Theme Music by Lanterns on the Lake Produced by Danny Robins and Simon Barnard A Bafflegab and Uncanny Media production for BBC Radio 4
About Uncanny
Uncanny is a documentary podcast presented by Danny Robins, investigating real-life paranormal encounters, from ghostly phantoms to UFO sightings. The feed, published by BBC Radio 4, lists 110 episodes, with the show updating daily during its October countdown and releasing longer summer specials such as the Enfield Poltergeist case. Episodes in the countdown run around 95 to 100 seconds, while specials are considerably longer.
According to the BBC website and the feed, Danny Robins writes and presents the show, which is produced with Bafflegab and Uncanny Media for BBC Radio 4. Apple Podcasts shows 634 ratings with an average of 4.7 stars, and the show is listed in Documentary, Podcasts and Society & Culture.
Listener figures are not published. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, based on ratings and BBC reach, and the feed shows no sponsors. An estimated host-read mid-roll rate of $360 to $2,000 per episode would suit brands in entertainment, streaming and seasonal Halloween campaigns, subject to BBC sponsorship policy.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Uncanny can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Uncanny
How much does Uncanny charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates a host-read mid-roll rate of $360 to $2,000 per episode, based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads. BBC policy may restrict commercial sponsorship, so confirm availability first.
What is Uncanny about?
Uncanny is a BBC Radio 4 documentary podcast hosted by Danny Robins that investigates real-life paranormal encounters, including ghosts, phantoms and UFO sightings, with listeners invited to choose between believer and sceptic.
How do I contact Uncanny about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked, so you can request a sponsorship slot directly after unlocking the contact.
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