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Undertow: Familiar Haunts

Podcast · www.realm.fm · EN
Hosted by Fred Greenhalgh

Undertow, hosted by audio horror creator Fred Greenhalgh and produced by Realm, presents serialized standalone horror stories across seasons. It has 123 episodes released weekly, typically about 33 minutes long. Estimated downloads are roughly 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a host-read ad rate of about $90 to $630 per episode.

Why brands sponsor Undertow: Familiar Haunts

Serialized horror with a loyal weekly audience and a 4.2 Apple rating

  • 123 episodes released weekly, with each season a standalone horror story.
  • 792 Apple Podcasts ratings with a 4.2 average signal an engaged audience.
  • High production values, with recurring cast members including Jack Falahee and Mae Whitman.
Best forStreaming and entertainment launchesHorror and gaming merchandise
Watch forViolent and dark themes limit fit for family or wellness brands.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
Fiction85%
Horror15%
Formats
narrative, anthology serial, trailer
Tone
eerie, dramatic
Language
English
Production
Studio production
Typical length
30 to 40 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent10/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment80/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode5k–25k
Estimated, confidence 70%: 792 Apple ratings with a 4.2 average, a show over four years old, weekly cadence, network hosting on Megaphone, and a Podcast Index popularity of 9.
Audience asks aboutWhat is the story of the current season?Which season should I start with?Are the stories connected across seasons?
Age
20%18-24
35%25-34
25%35-44
20%45+
Gender
45%women
55%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States70%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom10%
🇨🇦 Canada5%
🇦🇺 Australia5%
Other10%
LanguagesEnglish 100%

Commercial

0%of the last 20 episodes had a sponsor
Host-readhost reads the sponsor message
Brands seen
Realm
Categories promoted
None yet
Affiliate links
No

The website advertise page offers custom host-read ads and sponsorships across the Realm network, but no sponsor mentions appear in the recent episode titles.

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitylow
Adultlow
Drugslow
Violencemedium
Politicslow

Horror stories with themes of possession, werewolves, and crime, such as 'The Bloody Life of RM Renfield' and 'Narcosis', suggest medium violence; the feed marks the show as not explicit.

We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.

Where to listen

Benchmark score: 20 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Consistency Latest episode within the usual cadence0 / 50
Activity Episodes in the last 90 days, weekly is full marks5 / 30
Reach Estimated downloads per episode, 20k is full marks15 / 20

Recent episodes

EpisodeDateLength
Ominous Thrill presents - The Solitude of Birds2026-10-0232 min
Dark Passenger2026-09-1826 min
The Green Book, Part 22026-07-1730 min
The Green Book, Part 12026-07-1040 min
Banish, Part 22025-12-2635 min
Banish, Part 12025-12-1932 min

Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 17 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.

Undertow is Realm’s showcase of original horror stories. Hosted by audio horror pioneer and creator Fred Greenhalgh, each season presents a spooky standalone series, so you can dive in anytime... if you dare! Current Season: Familiar Haunts From haunted houses to remote islands, late night radio transmissions to witchcraft, these character-forward stories reveal how the past is never truly gone,…
Undertow: Familiar Haunts's own show description from the podcast feed

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About Undertow: Familiar Haunts

Undertow is a horror fiction podcast from Realm, hosted by audio horror creator Fred Greenhalgh. Each season presents a standalone supernatural series, with the current season titled Familiar Haunts. The show has 123 episodes released weekly, typically 30 to 40 minutes long, according to the feed.

The show holds a 4.2 average rating from 792 Apple Podcasts ratings. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, based on the feed and Apple rating count, and these figures are estimates. Listeners are likely adults who enjoy horror fiction.

The Realm advertising page offers custom host-read ads and sponsorships across its network. Brands seeking an audience for entertainment or horror products may find a fit. The estimated rate is about $90 to $630 per episode, based on estimated downloads.

Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Undertow: Familiar Haunts can edit or remove this page at any time.

Questions about Undertow: Familiar Haunts

How much does Undertow charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Estimated rates run about $90 to $630 per episode for a host-read mid-roll, based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000. Final pricing depends on the Realm sales team.

What is Undertow about?

Undertow is a horror fiction podcast from Realm, hosted by Fred Greenhalgh. Each season tells a standalone supernatural story, with new seasons arriving regularly.

How do I contact Undertow about sponsoring an episode?

The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.

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