Rephonic
Artwork for Sport Is History

Sport Is History

Spiritland Creative
Tiger Woods
Dennis Taylor
Steve Davis
Cheating In Sports
Darts
Masters Tournament
Indian Premier League
Grand National
London Marathon
Emil Zatopek
Manchester City
Football
Leicester City
FIFA World Cup
FA Cup
Boston Marathon
Crucible Theatre
England National Football Team
Yannick Noah
Champions League Final

From the roar of the crowd… to the moments that changed sport forever. What really happened behind the headlines? What turns victory into legend… or controversy into history? From the extraordinary history of the marathon… to the unforgettable comeback of Tiger Woods… we unpack the details you may never have heard and with our own experiences, we’ll guide you through what it's really like on the g... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes17Founded3 months ago
Number of ListenersCategories
SportsSports NewsNews

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Sport Is History

Latest Episodes

Bad fouls, iconic dances and loveable coaches. What makes someone a hero or a villain in the greatest competition in world football? Well, Mark and Marcus are here to tell you their favourite players and managers who are liked and disliked for a vari... more

What happens when historic champions get humiliated, underdogs roar and hopes of a nation are crushed before they get going? In this episode, we're diving headfirst into some of the biggest World Cup SHOCKS! These are the matches that left fans speec... more

It's WORLD CUP TIME! From Gianluigi Buffon to Gerd Müller...we're here! Mark and Marcus walks us through their all-time World Cup XI from multiple World Cup winners to charismatic managers, we run through the very best in the world past and present t... more

Bullseyes, pints and fancy dress, welcome to the whirlwind that is darts. So how did a game once only known for being played in pubs and clubs engulfed in cigarette smoke, make the miraculous rise to becoming a spectacle headlining huge venues on pr... more

Key Facts

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

Similar Podcasts

Recent Guests

Eric Bristow
Darts legend, five-time world champion
Darts player
Episode: Pubs to Prime Time: The Phenonmenal Rise of Darts
Bobby George
Charismatic darts player, known for flamboyant persona
Darts player
Episode: Pubs to Prime Time: The Phenonmenal Rise of Darts
Leighton Rees
Welsh darts player, first Embassy World Champion
Darts player
Episode: Pubs to Prime Time: The Phenonmenal Rise of Darts
John Lowe
Darts player, notable World Champion
Darts player
Episode: Pubs to Prime Time: The Phenonmenal Rise of Darts
Sid Waddell
Darts commentator and personality
Yorkshire Television
Episode: Pubs to Prime Time: The Phenonmenal Rise of Darts
Ollie Croft
BDO official
British Darts Organisation
Episode: Pubs to Prime Time: The Phenonmenal Rise of Darts
Martin Amis
Author who wrote London Fields
Author
Episode: Pubs to Prime Time: The Phenonmenal Rise of Darts
Jocky Wilson
Scottish darts player, two-time world champion
Darts player
Episode: Pubs to Prime Time: The Phenonmenal Rise of Darts
Henri Lacan
French tennis finalist (1988)
French tennis, Roland-Garros finalist 1988
Episode: How Yannick Noah Changed French Tennis

Hosts

Mark Pougatch
Host of Sport Is History; long-time sports presenter and guide for discussions with guests and archived moments.
Marcus Buckland
Co-host and broadcaster; brings broad knowledge of sport history and conversational dynamics to the show.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
  • An amazing podcast idea!

    Love this podcast guys it’s such a good idea! Really interesting and fun to listen to please do one on the greatest sport that is DARTS!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leighton2712
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • The right mix of sport and history!

    This is a truly excellent listen, lots of brilliant stories from the world of sport!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    G listens
    United Kingdom2 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Great conversational chemistry between hosts
Insightful context around famous moments
Engaging storytelling about sports history

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#8
United Kingdom/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#234
United Kingdom/News
Apple Podcasts
#48
Italy/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#71
Australia/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#152
Germany/News/Sports News
Apple Podcasts
#15
South Africa/News/Sports News

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per EpisodeGender SkewLocation
InterestsProfessionsAge Range
Household IncomeSocial Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Sport Is History

What is Sport Is History about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show that explores the stories, personalities, and moments that shaped sport beyond the scoreboard. Across episodes, listeners get thoughtful, often light-hearted discussions about historic events, legendary figures, and the cultural context surrounding major competitions. The hosts bring decades of broadcasting experience to intimate reminiscences, with a focus on how moments became lore and why certain events endure in memory. Noteworthy traits include two long-time sports broadcasters with a knack for personal anecdotes, a broad historical sweep from ancient origins to modern eras, and a willingness to connect seemingly disparate events through theme-driven conversations. This makes it appealing to fans who crave context, storytelling,... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Sport Is History?

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

How many listeners does Sport Is History get?

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

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Sport Is History, 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 Sport Is History have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Sport Is History 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 Sport Is History?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Sport Is History:

1. Why Are You More Successful Than Me? with Richard Bacon
2. It Was What It Was : The Football History Podcast
3. The Sports Agents
4. The Rest Is Entertainment
5. Football Daily

How many episodes of Sport Is History are there?

Sport Is History launched 3 months ago and published 17 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 Sport Is History?

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 Sport Is History?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Sport Is History 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 Sport Is History?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Sport Is History. 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 Sport Is History?

Recent guests on Sport Is History include:

1. Eric Bristow
2. Bobby George
3. Leighton Rees
4. John Lowe
5. Sid Waddell
6. Ollie Croft
7. Martin Amis
8. Jocky Wilson

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