The Secret World of Roald Dahl

The Secret World of Roald Dahl debuts at #9 with an immediate edge: it outperforms #10 The Shawn Ryan Show in daily downloads by 22%, driven by a seasonal curiosity tied to Dahl’s birthday. This iHeartPodcasts narrative series unearths the author’s hidden stories, attracting parents and nostalgic adults with dark, amusing tales that conventional biographies overlook. A recent episode drew 340,000 listens within 48 hours, leveraging Dahl’s enduring appeal. At 35 minutes per installment, it’s also shorter than the average narrative podcast of 42 minutes, keeping pacing tight. The show’s fresh entry suggests timely resonance, though it remains to be seen if it sustains beyond the birthday peak.