After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the Paranormal
History HitThis is After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds and the Paranormal. The podcast that takes you to the shadiest corners of the past, unpicking history’s spookiest, strangest, and most sinister stories.
Join historians Anthony Delaney and Maddy Pelling, every Monday and Thursday to take a look at the darker side of history. From haunted pubs and Houdini, to witch trials and weird UFO sightings.
After Dark: Myth... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 335 | Founded | 3 years ago |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryTrue Crime | |||
Listen to this Podcast
Latest Episodes
We're celebrating Maddy's new documentary all about London's most famous ghost - the ghost of Cock Lane! It's out today on History Hit - www.historyhit.com/
This is a rerun of our episode from earlier this year promoting Maddy's new book 'Ho... more
This is a shocking story that saw families digging up their dead relatives, believing them to be vampires.
What makes it all the more shocking, is that it was as recent as 1892.
Join Anthony and Maddy to find out what was really going on in this sl... more
Built in 1862, Borley Rectory became known as England's most haunted house. From ghostly nuns and unexplained disturbances to paranormal investigator Harry Price's controversial investigations, discover the history behind one of Britain's most famous... more
In the sixteenth-century, down the winding cobbled streets of Prague, there once lived a towering supernatural being: the Golem. Legend has it that it was conjured to life through mystic rituals, and acted as the protector of the city’s Jewish inhabi... more
Key Facts
Similar Podcasts
People also subscribe to these shows.
Recent Guests
Hosts
Reviews
- Politics
Can we leave the politics out? Thanks.
Apple Podcasts3icunurse1993
United Statesa month ago - Do better, hosts
The episode topics are very interesting but I unfollowed due to the hosts not being able to name Heath Ledger and calling him “the other guy” when talking about the Brothers Grimm movie.
Apple Podcasts4mangosteens22United Statesa month ago - Love this podcast
I love history podcasts- and this is a great one. I wasn’t sure I was going to love the format, but Anthony and Maddie (?) hooked me on the first episode. Can’t wait to go back through their catalog! Enjoy!
Apple Podcasts5Ddg320United Statesa month ago - Anything History Hit brings out is decent
Think the presenters are quite annoying and unprofessional but the facts and information is interesting
Apple Podcasts4RosieDaffy
United Kingdoma month ago - Disappointed
Potentially good stories, but silly (mostly ‘woke’) banter that takes away from it. After listening since the beginning, I can’t anymore. They used to be on point.
Apple Podcasts2daiwUnited Statesa month ago
Listeners Say
Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.
Chart Rankings
How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.
Spotify | #35 | United States/History |
Apple Podcasts | #21 | United States/History |
Spotify | #128 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #7 | United Kingdom/History |
Spotify | #91 | United Kingdom/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #48 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Talking Points
Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.
Audience Metrics
Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.
| Listeners per Episode | |
|---|---|
| Gender Skew | |
| Location | |
| Interests | |
| Professions | |
| Age Range | |
| Household Income | |
| Social Media Reach |
Frequently Asked Questions About This Podcast
What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A history-focused show that pairs enthusiastic hosts with scholarly guests to unpack the darker corners of the past. Episodes cover Viking death rituals, shipwrecks and maritime disasters that inspired classic literature, mutinies and naval leadership, high-profile murders and political intrigues, as well as lesser-known episodes in witch trials, sex education history, and royal intrigue. The tone blends rigorous analysis with accessible storytelling, humor, and vivid scene-setting, often bringing on subject-matter experts to ground debate in archival sources and archaeology. A notable strength is its habit of balancing primary sources, secondary scholarship, and engaging counterpoints, which can spark thoughtful conversations for listeners... more
Where can I find podcast stats for this podcast?
Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to this podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.
How many listeners does this podcast get?
Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for this podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.
What are the audience demographics for this podcast?
Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for this podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.
How many subscribers and views does this podcast have?
To see how many followers or subscribers this podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.
Which podcasts are similar to this podcast?
These podcasts share a similar audience with this podcast:
1. Gone Medieval
2. Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society
3. Not Just the Tudors
4. Dan Snow's History Hit
5. The Ancients
How many episodes of this podcast are there?
this podcast launched 3 years ago and published 335 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
How do I contact this podcast?
Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.
Where can I see ratings and reviews for this podcast?
Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for this podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.
View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.
How do I access podcast episode transcripts for this podcast?
Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of this podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.
What guests have appeared on this podcast?
Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Eleanor Janega
2. Dr. Kaja Franck
3. Matt Lewis
4. Dr Jacqueline Riding
5. Dr Misha Ewen
6. Cat Byers
7. Louise Brangan
8. Gareth Russell
To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.