Rephonic
Artwork for Bletchley Park

Bletchley Park

Bletchley Park
Bletchley Park
World War II
D-Day
Operation Overlord
Western Front Committee
Codebreaking
Colossus
Lorenz Cipher
German Forces
Tunny
Jewish Country Houses
Herbert Leon
Enigma
Heath Robinson
German Tactics
Victorian Society
Liberal Party
Women's Contributions
Scharnhorst
Signals Intelligence

Bletchley Park is the home of British codebreaking and a birthplace of modern information technology. It played a major role in World War Two, producing secret intelligence which had a direct and profound influence on the outcome of the conflict. The site is now a museum and heritage attraction, open daily.

The Bletchley Park Podcast brings you fascinating stories from Veterans, staff and volunte... more

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes284Founded13 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
History

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Bletchley Park

Latest Episodes

September 2025

In 1945, Britain celebrated VE Day in May and VJ Day in August, as the war - first in Europe and then the Far East - came to an end. For the staff of GC&CS and its larger worldwide network, this meant that the vital and exhausting w... more

August 2025

On 15 August 2025 the UK commemorated the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, the day on which the surrender of Japan and the end of World War Two was announced.

This was a significant moment at Bletchley Park as it meant the end of almost ... more

July 2025

By late 1944, the tide had turned against the Japanese in south-east Asia, with the repulse of their attempted invasion of India. However, the multi-national Allied forces in Burma still faced enormous challenges if they were to retain t... more

June 2025

In May 1945 the Royal Navy fought its last surface action against the Japanese fleet, sinking the cruiser Haguro in the Mallaca Strait, off the coast of Malaya.

The successful location of the enemy ship was the result of signals intel... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Eric Rhodes
Episode: E181 - Blitzkrieg in Burma
Roy Buckmaster
Episode: E181 - Blitzkrieg in Burma
Dennis Underwood
Episode: E181 - Blitzkrieg in Burma
Dame Wendy Hall
Regius Professor of Computer Science
University of Southampton
Episode: E176 - The Age of AI
Dr. Ed Pyzer-Knapp
Chief Scientific Officer
Rothamsted Research
Episode: E176 - The Age of AI
Professor David Leslie
Director of Ethics
Alan Turing Institute
Episode: E176 - The Age of AI
Christian Jennings
Journalist, author and Holocaust historian
Episode: E175 - Decoding the Holocaust
Dr. David Kenyon
Bletchley Park's research historian and author of Arctic Convoys, Bletchley Park and the War for the Seas
Bletchley Park Trust
Episode: E172 - Hunting the Beast Part 1
Professor Abigail Green
An expert on Jewish country houses and a professor at Brasenose College, Oxford University
Brasenose College, Oxford University
Episode: E162 - Before the Codebreakers

Host

Mark Cotton
Podcast Producer.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 259 ratings
  • Episode 179

    I happened upon this episode today and was enthralled! The Radley war diaries were very interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jewelshamanaptra
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Amazing Content, and Fun to Listen To

    The narrators and researchers create a fantastic experience as they explain situations and context.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crackergator
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    This is one of the best podcasts, such great depth!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sr_98_sr
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Podcast but…

    This is a fantastic podcast and I’ve been an avid listener from the start and I can highly recommend it to anyone interested in modern computing, the war or encryption, however lately these podcasts are becoming extremely long.

    Can you please split long episodes into 2 podcasts - as you the experts know where best to split them. They’ve become too long for the gym or at work and when I stop it myself I find I have to go back a bit to understand what they’re talking about. In the past episodes ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chonka Goo Har
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Superb

    Terrific insights into a fascinating subject, thank you Bletchley for these podcasts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Smiles189(-:)
    United Kingdom4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Overall, listeners find it to be engaging and informative, often recommending it to friends.
Many listeners appreciate the depth of research and storytelling that the podcast provides.
Listener engagement is heightened through personal anecdotes and insights from veterans and experts.
The podcast offers compelling narratives that enhance understanding of significant historical events.
There are suggestions for more concise episodes, especially for those seeking shorter listening experiences.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#182
United Kingdom/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

E181 - Blitzkrieg in Burma
Q: What were the main strategies employed by the British forces to overcome their logistical challenges in Burma?
The British forces adapted their tactics to the difficult terrain, emphasized the importance of intelligence, and implemented strategic deceptions to confuse the Japanese forces.
E178 - VE Day 80: Objects and Memories
Q: What experiences do you remember from that VE Day celebration in London?
Ruth fondly recalls the electric buzz on the tube, trying to see the King and the wild celebrations, including climbing onto balconies and participating in bonfires where they sang songs.
E178 - VE Day 80: Objects and Memories
Q: Ruth, can you remember how it felt on the day that the war ended in Europe?
Ruth describes being in an enclosed life at Bletchley, focusing on their duties and having little information about the war. When they learned the war ended, she recalls excitement and celebratory moments with friends after the announcement.
E177 - Vengeance from the Skies
Q: How did the Allies first become aware of the V-weapons?
The Allies had early information from the Oslo Report, which was dismissed by many as a hoax but eventually led to investigating German technical developments.
E177 - Vengeance from the Skies
Q: What were V-weapons?
The V-weapons included the V-1, which was a cruise missile, and the V-2, which was the first practical ballistic missile used by Nazi Germany.

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 Bletchley Park

What is Bletchley Park about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A captivating exploration of history, this podcast focuses on the significant contributions of codebreaking during World War II and its legacy in the realm of modern information technology. Through interviews with veterans, historians, and staff associated with the historic site, listeners are treated to personal anecdotes and valuable insights about their experiences at Bletchley Park. The podcast covers various topics, including the mechanics of intelligence operations, the experiences of individuals directly involved in codebreaking, and discussions around pivotal events such as VJ Day and the Holocaust, creating a thorough understanding of the intricate roles played during the war and their relevance today.

Where can I find podcast stats for Bletchley Park?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Bletchley Park. 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 Bletchley Park and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Bletchley Park get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Bletchley Park, 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 Bletchley Park?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Bletchley Park, 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 Bletchley Park have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Bletchley Park 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 Bletchley Park?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Bletchley Park:

1. In Our Time
2. WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk
3. Dan Snow's History Hit
4. Page 94: The Private Eye Podcast
5. History's Heroes

How many episodes of Bletchley Park are there?

Bletchley Park launched 13 years ago and published 284 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 Bletchley Park?

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 Bletchley Park?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Bletchley Park 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 Bletchley Park?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Bletchley Park. 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 Bletchley Park?

Recent guests on Bletchley Park include:

1. Eric Rhodes
2. Roy Buckmaster
3. Dennis Underwood
4. Dame Wendy Hall
5. Dr. Ed Pyzer-Knapp
6. Professor David Leslie
7. Christian Jennings
8. Dr. David Kenyon

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.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days