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The top podcasts to listen to right now

50 podcasts, all free to listen to and with an episode out in the last month.

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  1. 1. REAL AF with Andy Frisella

    #1 in Business Business

    Length
    1 hr 18 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    1,398
    Since
    2015

    Entrepreneur Andy Frisella and his guests discuss, debate, and laugh their way through trending topics and hot-button issues. (This is also the home of Andy's…

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  2. 2. Pardon My Take

    #1 in Sports From Barstool Sports Sports

    Length
    3 hr 4 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    917
    Since
    2020

    On "Pardon My Take," Big Cat & PFT Commenter deliver the loudest and most correct sports takes in the history of the spoken word. Daily topics, guests, and an…

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  3. 3. The Joe Budden Podcast

    #1 in Music From The Joe Budden Network Music

    Length
    3 hr 14 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    775
    Since
    2015

    Tune into Joe Budden and his friends. Follow along the crazy adventures of these very random friends.

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  4. 4. The Team House

    #1 in History Government, History

    Length
    1 hr 23 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    667
    Since
    2019

    The Team House is a long-form, fiercely apolitical national security podcast hosted by Jack Murphy, featuring special operations veterans, intelligence…

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  5. 5. Hidden Brain

    #2 in Science Arts, Science

    Length
    1 hr 28 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    633
    Since
    2015

    Why do I feel stuck? How can I become more creative? What can I do to improve my relationships? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions, you’re not alone…

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  6. 6. Live Free with Josh Howerton

    #1 in Religion & Spirituality Religion & Spirituality

    Length
    1 hr 34 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    611
    Since
    2023

    Welcome to Live Free with Pastor Josh Howerton. Lakepointe Church is a movement for all people to know Christ, live free, and change the world for God‘s…

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  7. 7. Crime Junkie

    #1 in True Crime From Audiochuck True Crime

    Length
    50 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    536
    Since
    2017

    Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every…

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  8. 8. Strict Scrutiny

    #1 in Government Government, News

    Length
    1 hr 28 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    445
    Since
    2019

    Strict Scrutiny is a podcast about the United States Supreme Court and the legal culture that surrounds it. Hosted by three badass constitutional law…

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  9. 9. SmartLess

    #2 in Comedy Comedy, Education

    Length
    1 hr
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    384
    Since
    2020

    "SmartLess" with Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, & Will Arnett is a podcast that connects and unites people from all walks of life to learn about shared…

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  10. 10. Mick Unplugged

    #1 in Education Business, Education

    Length
    45 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    317
    Since
    2024

    Everybody talks about your WHY. Mick Hunt goes deeper. Mick Unplugged is the leadership and personal growth podcast built on one idea: your BECAUSE is the…

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  11. 11. Ante Up Poker Magazine

    #1 in Leisure Leisure

    Length
    1 hr 11 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    302
    Since
    2020

    Joe Scales hosts a weekly podcast that mixes humor, commentary and strategy, with great segments such as Table Talk, Call the Floor, Hand of the Week, and Joe’s…

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  12. 12. The Moth

    #2 in Arts Arts

    Length
    49 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    200
    Since
    2024

    On Tuesdays and Fridays The Moth’s podcast feed presents episodes of the Peabody-Award Winning Moth Radio Hour and original episodes of The Moth Podcast…

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  13. 13. The Dylan Gemelli Podcast

    #2 in Health & Fitness Health & Fitness

    Length
    1 hr 3 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    184
    Since
    2024

    Welcome to The Dylan Gemelli Podcast! This Podcast is the ULTIMATE guide to enhancing your quality of life. Dylan is on a mission to bring the TRUTH to all of…

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  14. 14. Greeking Out from National Geographic Kids

    #1 in Kids & Family From National Geographic Kids & Family

    Length
    24 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    102
    Since
    2019

    Oh, Muses! Hear our podcast and allow us to recall some of the greatest stories ever told. Stories of gods and goddesses, monsters, and heroes! Enjoy this…

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  15. 15. The Daily

    #1 in News From The New York Times News

    Length
    36 min
    Releases
    Daily
    Episodes
    83
    Since
    2021

    This is what the news should sound like. The biggest stories of our time, told by the best journalists in the world. Hosted by Michael Barbaro, Rachel Abrams…

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  16. 16. Tomorrow, Today

    #1 in Technology News, Technology

    Length
    1 hr 47 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    48
    Since
    2025

    What if humans lived 300 years? What if AI replaces friendships? What if consciousness could be uploaded?Tomorrow, Today is hosted by Shekhar Natarajan, founder…

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  17. 17. The Official Gilded Age Podcast

    #1 in TV & Film TV & Film

    Length
    1 hr 6 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    31
    Since
    2022

    Join TCM’s Alicia Malone and Tom Meyers from The Bowery Boys on HBO’s official Gilded Age podcast. After each episode, they discuss what happened on screen…

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  18. 18. Watch What Crappens

    #3 in TV & Film TV & Film

    Length
    56 min
    Releases
    Daily
    Episodes
    3,736
    Since
    2012

    A daily podcast that revels in all things Bravo (and beyond!). Join Ben Mandelker and Ronnie Karam as they praise, ridicule, and eviscerate the Real Housewives…

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  19. 19. The Joe Rogan Experience

    #1 in Comedy From Joe Rogan Comedy

    Length
    2 hr 42 min
    Releases
    Daily
    Episodes
    2,775
    Since
    2009

    The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.

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  20. 20. The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

    #3 in Religion & Spirituality From Ascension - The Leader in Catholic Faith Formation History, Religion & Spirituality

    Length
    24 min
    Releases
    Daily
    Episodes
    1,862
    Since
    2021

    In The Bible in a Year podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz walks you through the entire Bible in 365 episodes, providing commentary, reflection, and prayer along the way…

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  21. 21. The Bill Simmons Podcast

    #3 in Sports From The Ringer Sports

    Length
    2 hr 7 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    1,650
    Since
    2015

    HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons hosts the most downloaded sports podcast of all time, with a rotating crew of celebrities, athletes, and media staples, as…

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  22. 22. Something You Should Know

    #1 in Science Education, Science

    Length
    48 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    1,362
    Since
    2016

    Sometimes all it takes is one little fact or one little piece of wisdom to change your life forever. That's the purpose and the hope of "Something You Should…

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  23. 23. Passion Struck with John R. Miles

    #1 in Health & Fitness Health & Fitness

    Length
    59 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    842
    Since
    2021

    You built the life you were supposed to want. So why doesn't it feel like enough? Passion Struck is the #1 Health and Fitness podcast — and it exists to…

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  24. 24. The Rest Is History

    #2 in History From Goalhanger Films History

    Length
    1 hr 17 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    737
    Since
    2020

    Take a deep dive into History’s biggest moments with Tom Holland & Dominic Sandbrook. Explore the stories of History’s most brutal rulers, deadly battles, and…

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  25. 25. Up First from NPR

    #3 in News From NPR News

    Length
    13 min
    Releases
    Daily
    Episodes
    517
    Since
    2025

    NPR's Up First is the news you need to start your day. The three biggest stories of the day, with reporting and analysis from NPR News — in 10 minutes…

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  26. 26. The Mel Robbins Podcast

    #3 in Education Education, Health & Fitness

    Length
    1 hr 9 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    453
    Since
    2022

    You can change your life and Mel Robbins will show you how. The Mel Robbins Podcast is the #1 podcast on the globe for a reason: Mel’s simple, research-backed…

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  27. 27. Fresh Air

    #1 in Arts From NPR Arts, TV & Film

    Length
    45 min
    Releases
    Daily
    Episodes
    314
    Since
    2025

    Fresh Air from WHYY, the Peabody Award-winning weekday magazine of contemporary arts and issues, is one of public radio's most popular programs. Hosted by Terry…

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  28. 28. The Jedburgh Podcast

    #2 in Government Government, News

    Length
    48 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    251
    Since
    2021

    The Jedburgh Podcast empowers leaders to achieve success on their journey to transform themselves and their organizations. Creator, Host and Special Forces…

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  29. 29. Table Read

    #2 in Fiction Fiction, TV & Film

    Length
    41 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    125
    Since
    2023

    Cinema for your ears. Performed by Hollywood’s best. Step inside the studio where Hollywood’s top actors bring award-winning screenplays to life... complete…

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  30. 30. Good Inside with Dr. Becky

    #2 in Kids & Family Education, Kids & Family

    Length
    37 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    123
    Since
    2021

    Join clinical psychologist and mom of three Dr. Becky Kennedy on her weekly podcast, as she takes on tough parenting questions and delivers actionable…

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  31. 31. Inside AsembleAI: DeepTech, AI & Science

    #2 in Technology Technology

    Length
    21 min
    Releases
    Daily
    Episodes
    80
    Since
    2025

    AsembleAI brings you thought-provoking conversations at the nexus of artificial intelligence, innovation, and leadership. In each episode, hosts Mac and Sam…

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  32. 32. Jet Setting Wealth Advisory

    #3 in Leisure Business, Leisure

    Length
    41 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    63
    Since
    2001

    Welcome to Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, where your financial journey takes flight with David T. Yu. With over 20 years in financial services and as an active…

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  33. 33. Bear Brook

    #2 in True Crime From New Hampshire Public Radio True Crime

    Length
    44 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    26
    Since
    2018

    Bear Brook, hosted by Jason Moon, is the critically-acclaimed true crime podcast from New Hampshire Public Radio. Season 1 - Two barrels. Four Bodies. And a…

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  34. 34. Unblinded with Sean Callagy

    #2 in Business Business

    Length
    1 hr 2 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    24
    Since
    2025

    What if you could see what others don’t—and unlock the hidden patterns that quietly drive every outcome in business, relationships, and life? Hosted by…

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  35. 35. This American Life

    #5 in Society & Culture From WBEZ Arts, Society & Culture

    Length
    1 hr 1 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    18
    Since
    2024

    Each week we choose a theme. Then anything can happen. This American Life is true stories that unfold like little movies for radio. Personal stories with…

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  36. 36. Jersey Made

    #2 in Music Music

    Length
    31 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    12
    Since
    2026

    Jersey Made is the music history podcast that asks how one small state shaped the soundtrack of America. Host Buzz Knight, dives into New Jersey music…

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  37. 37. Pod Save America

    #2 in News From Crooked Media News

    Length
    1 hr 14 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    1,208
    Since
    2017

    Pod Save America is a no-b******t conversation about politics hosted by former Obama aides Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Dan Pfeiffer, and Tommy Vietor. It cuts…

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  38. 38. The Big Picture

    #4 in TV & Film From The Ringer TV & Film

    Length
    1 hr 58 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    987
    Since
    2017

    Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins review the movies you need to see. Plus: Top 5s, Movie Drafts, Oscars analysis, and more. Subscribe to Sean's newsletter…

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  39. 39. Morbid

    #4 in True Crime Comedy, True Crime

    Length
    59 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    902
    Since
    2018

    It’s a lighthearted nightmare in here, weirdos! Morbid is a true crime, creepy history and all things spooky podcast hosted by an autopsy technician and a…

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  40. 40. The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk

    #3 in Business Business

    Length
    55 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    713
    Since
    2015

    Leaders are learners. The best leaders never stop working to make themselves better. The Learning Leader Show Is series of conversations with the world's most…

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  41. 41. Radiolab

    #3 in Science From WNYC Science, Society & Culture

    Length
    41 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    677
    Since
    2006

    Radiolab is on a curiosity bender. We ask deep questions and use investigative journalism to get the answers. A given episode might whirl you through science…

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  42. 42. Circle Round

    #5 in Kids & Family Kids & Family

    Length
    23 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    469
    Since
    2017

    WBUR's Circle Round adapts carefully selected folktales from around the world into sound- and music-rich radio plays for kids ages 3-103. Each 15 to 25-minute…

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  43. 43. The MOOD Podcast

    #3 in Arts Arts, Education

    Length
    1 hr 8 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    167
    Since
    2023

    The MOOD Podcast is a long-form conversation series exploring photography, creativity, identity, and the inner life of artists. Hosted by Matt Jacob, the show…

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  44. 44. Full Body Chills

    #4 in Fiction From Audiochuck Fiction

    Length
    31 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    154
    Since
    2019

    With over 100 nightmares to explore YOU can start anywhere. So grab your headphones, turn down the lights, & join us October 1st for some Full Body Chills…

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  45. 45. Collector Nation

    #2 in Sports Leisure, Sports

    Length
    40 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    126
    Since
    2025

    Collector Nation is where trading cards and collectibles evolve from a hobby into culture, media, and a modern asset class. Hosted by Ryan Alford, the show goes…

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  46. 46. We're Out of Time

    #3 in Health & Fitness Health & Fitness

    Length
    1 hr
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    105
    Since
    2024

    This is home of the "We're Out Of Time" podcast where dives into the issues America can’t afford to ignore—from the fentanyl crisis and mental health to…

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  47. 47. Good Hang with Amy Poehler

    #3 in Comedy Comedy

    Length
    1 hr 14 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    89
    Since
    2025

    Come hang with Amy Poehler. Each week on her podcast, she'll welcome celebrities and fun people to her studio. They'll share stories about their careers, mutual…

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  48. 48. The Drop the Needle Podcast

    #2 in Religion & Spirituality Music, Religion & Spirituality

    Length
    1 hr 9 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    88
    Since
    2024

    The Drop the Needle Podcast is a series of honest, open conversations built around three things that shape how we live: spirituality, mindset, and music. Host…

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  49. 49. We!

    #2 in Education Education, Society & Culture

    Length
    1 hr 28 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    70
    Since
    2025

    The #1 U.S. How To podcast for emotional growth, WE is a movement for reconnection—heart to heart, soul to soul. Hosted by Joe Mittiga, WE explores emotional…

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  50. 50. Takin’ A Walk Nashville

    #3 in Music Music

    Length
    17 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    68
    Since
    2025

    Takin' A Walk Nashville is the Nashville music podcast celebrating every genre born in the heart of Music City, and every band's journey that shaped it…

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