Walter Edgar's Journal
Walter Edgar's Journal, hosted by historian and author Walter Edgar and produced by South Carolina Public Radio, covers South Carolina and Southern history, arts, culture and food. The show has 367 episodes published roughly every 14 days, with typical episodes running about 40 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 2,000 to 8,000 (estimated). Estimated rate is $40 to $200 per episode.
Long-running South Carolina history show with a loyal, highly rated audience
- 367 episodes since 2006 with a 4.8 average Apple Podcasts rating from 181 ratings.
- Biweekly episodes of about 40 minutes suit considered, evergreen sponsor messages.
- Listeners engage with regional history, arts, and Southern food, fitting local and regional brands.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- solo monologue, narrative, interview
- Tone
- informative, reflective
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 30 to 50 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the website lists Corporate Support and Sponsorship as a station-level page, not a show sponsor.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles such as 'Murder, mischief, and malice in 1890s Spartanburg' and 'The Cherokee War of 1776: Native destruction' reference historical violence but are educational in tone.
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
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/walter-… |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1198763548 |
| RSS feed | www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/walter-… |
Benchmark score: 67 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Murder, mischief, and malice in 1890s Spartanburg | 2026-10-16 | 38 min |
| The Cherokee War of 1776: Native destruction at the dawn of American i | 2026-10-02 | 53 min |
| Once upon a time in space: The story of Ronald McNair | 2026-09-18 | 32 min |
| Seeking out the vanishing flavors of traditional Southern foods | 2026-09-05 | 42 min |
| Daniel Morgan: A revolutionary life | 2026-08-21 | 53 min |
| Empire of Ashes | 2026-08-07 | 50 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
From books to barbecue, and current events to Colonial history, historian and author Walter Edgar delves into the arts, culture, and history of South Carolina and the American South. Produced by South Carolina Public Radio.
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About Walter Edgar's Journal
Walter Edgar's Journal is a podcast from South Carolina Public Radio, hosted by historian and author Walter Edgar. According to the show's website, it delves into the arts, culture, and history of South Carolina and the American South, moving from books and barbecue to current events and Colonial history. The feed lists 367 episodes, released roughly every 14 days, with a median episode length of about 40 minutes.
Apple Podcasts shows 181 ratings with an average of 4.8 out of 5, and the show has been listed there since January 2017. Listener figures are not published; based on these signals, the audience is estimated at roughly 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, and the audience is likely older and interested in regional history.
No sponsors were seen in the feed or episode titles. Estimated rates of $40 to $200 per episode would suit regional tourism, heritage, arts, and culinary brands seeking a credible, local audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Walter Edgar's Journal can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Walter Edgar's Journal
How much does Walter Edgar's Journal charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $40 to $200 per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's current terms.
What is Walter Edgar's Journal about?
The podcast covers South Carolina and Southern history, arts, culture, and food. Episodes include interviews and solo storytelling by historian Walter Edgar, released about every two weeks.
How do I contact Walter Edgar's Journal 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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