Weird Medieval Guys is an episodic history podcast from the creator of the Weird Medieval Guys internet art sensation, with Aran, a historian, covering strange medieval stories, art, and myths. The show has 63 episodes, published roughly every two weeks, with a median length of about 105 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, with an estimated rate of $360 to $2,000 per episode.
Long-running medieval history show with a large, highly rated listener base
- 262 Apple ratings averaging 4.7 stars signal an engaged, satisfied audience
- 63 episodes published about every two weeks give a sponsor steady placements
- Episodes run around 105 minutes, leaving room for multiple host-read mid-roll slots
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted discussion, narrative, listener mailbag, episode series
- Tone
- playful, curious
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 95 to 115 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description names the host and a co-presenter but no sponsors or funding links.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Feed carries an explicit flag and episodes cover wars and conquest such as The Norman Conquest and Peasant rebellions; the explicit flag is set in the feed.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | rss.com/podcasts/weirdmedievalguys |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1694002215 |
| RSS feed | media.rss.com/weirdmedievalguys/feed.xml |
| X | x.com/olivia__ms |
Benchmark score: 62 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Medieval hygiene | 2026-10-14 | 1 h 45 min |
| Medieval medicine | 2026-09-29 | 1 h 39 min |
| Was Mansa Musa the richest man in history? | 2026-09-14 | 1 h 49 min |
| Peasant rebellions | 2026-06-17 | 1 h 33 min |
| Reviewing Medieval Movies | 2026-05-25 | 2 h 26 min |
| Why don't we build cathedrals any more? | 2026-05-11 | 1 h 48 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
Leaving no stone unturned in our quest for the weirdest stories, guys, and art from the Middle Ages. The Weird Medieval Guys podcast is brought to you by Olivia , the creator of internet sensation Weird Medieval Guys , and Aran , a historian and fellow weird guy connoisseur.
About Weird Medieval Guys
Weird Medieval Guys is an episodic history podcast that explores strange stories, art, and myths from the Middle Ages. The show is brought to listeners by Olivia, the creator of the Weird Medieval Guys internet sensation, and Aran, a historian, according to the podcast feed and its description.
The show publishes about 63 episodes, roughly every two weeks, with a median length of around 105 minutes. Recent episodes include Medieval hygiene, Was Mansa Musa the richest man in history, and a multi-part Norman Conquest series. The feed is marked explicit and the show has a 4.7 average rating from 262 Apple Podcasts ratings.
Listeners are estimated, not measured, to number 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, mostly adults aged 25 to 44 in English-speaking countries. No sponsors were seen in the feed. Estimated rates run about $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll, suited to history, education, and book brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Weird Medieval Guys can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Weird Medieval Guys
How much does Weird Medieval Guys charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are about $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll ad, based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing depends on the slot and agreed terms.
What is Weird Medieval Guys about?
Weird Medieval Guys covers strange and surprising stories, art, and myths from the Middle Ages. Episodes range from medieval hygiene and medicine to the Norman Conquest and the Mongol Empire.
How do I contact Weird Medieval Guys about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked as well.
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