List
Underrated documentary podcasts worth a listen
29 Documentary podcasts that have kept going for two years or more without making Apple Podcasts' charts, all free to listen to and with an episode out in the last month.
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How this list is made
- Documentary shows
- Not on Apple Podcasts' charts
- Going for 2 years or more, with 50 episodes or more
- Out on a steady schedule, without long breaks
- An episode out in the last month
- Longest running first
The list
Longest running first
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1. Last Word
- Length
- 28 min
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 590
- Since
- 2015
Radio 4's weekly obituary programme, telling the life stories of those who have died recently
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2. Face2Face with David Peck
- Length
- 33 min
- Releases
- Every two weeks
- Episodes
- 639
- Since
- 2015
Face2Face is hosted by change maker David Peck and is rooted in casual conversation and intelligent inspiration. David interviews film makers, actors, writers…
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3. shunned
- Length
- 1 hr 54 min
- Releases
- Every two weeks
- Episodes
- 246
- Since
- 2017
Religious and cult ideologies often use the practice of shunning to silence their critics and to control their members through fear. This podcast sheds light on…
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4. Cold War Conversations
- Length
- 1 hr
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 482
- Since
- 2018
"Listening to even one episode of "Cold War Conversations" will make this sprawling, potentially intimidating period of history feel vivid and compelling."…
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5. The REAL RPG Years: A JRPG Podcast
- Length
- 1 hr 34 min
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 435
- Since
- 2018
The RPG Years is your weekly show covering all things video role-playing games (RPGs), both past and present. From Dungeon Explorer to the Final Fantasy VII…
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6. The MAKE IT Podcast
- Length
- 25 min
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 545
- Since
- 2018
MAKE IT is the film podcast that provides a behind-the-scenes look at the filmmaking process. We dive into indie gems, massive blockbusters, cinema history, and…
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7. Morbidology
- Length
- 55 min
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 436
- Since
- 2019
Morbidology is an award-winning weekly true crime podcast that goes beyond the headlines. Created and hosted by true crime author Emily G. Thompson, each…
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8. The Travel Brats
- Length
- 48 min
- Releases
- Every two weeks
- Episodes
- 254
- Since
- 2020
Your one-stop media destination for inspiration to create a travel-filled life you don't need a vacation from. The Travel Brats are building a community…
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9. Missouri Woods & Water - Hunting and Fishing Podcast
- Length
- 1 hr 15 min
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 342
- Since
- 2020
The Missouri Woods & Water podcast covers a variety of outdoor related topics including hunting and fishing strategies from successful outdoorsmen…
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10. Right Where You Are Sitting Now
- Length
- 1 hr 20 min
- Releases
- Monthly
- Episodes
- 100
- Since
- 2020
Right Where You Are Sitting Now is a podcast that explores the esoteric and offbeat side of the world. From fringe thinkers and The Occult, to UFOs and Cyber…
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11. And Then They Were Gone
- Length
- 57 min
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 328
- Since
- 2020
Each week hosts Kona and Ethan go beyond the headlines and social media posts to do a deep dive into a different missing persons case. Do you hold the key to…
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12. Murder, She Told
- Length
- 45 min
- Releases
- Every two weeks
- Episodes
- 197
- Since
- 2020
Maine and New England true crime with original interviews and detailed documentary style storytelling. Murder, She Told is an award winning, true crime…
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13. Adventures in Theater History: Philadelphia
- Length
- 47 min
- Releases
- Every two weeks
- Episodes
- 136
- Since
- 2021
Bringing you the best stories from the deep and fascinating history of theater in the city of Philadelphia. This is the podcast for all lovers of theater…
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14. Dr. QuinnCast: The Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman Podcast
- Releases
- Every two weeks
- Episodes
- 159
- Since
- 2021
They said a woman doctor couldn’t make it on the new frontier, but here we are to talk about the trials and tribulations of Dr. Mike and Co.! Come along as…
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15. Crime and Coffee Couple - True Crime Podcast
- Length
- 1 hr 7 min
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 280
- Since
- 2021
Allison researches true crime's most overlooked cases. Mike hears them for the first time: raw reactions, real questions, no script. Plus the kind of married…
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16. Crossing the Line with M. William Phelps
- Length
- 40 min
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 237
- Since
- 2021
Crossing the Line is a true crime podcast revealing cold cases of the missing and murdered, told start-to-finish each week. Using the campfire storytelling…
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17. Bodies Behind The Bus
- Length
- 1 hr 24 min
- Releases
- Every two weeks
- Episodes
- 144
- Since
- 2021
The Bodies Behind the Bus is a podcast centering on the voices of spiritual abuse survivors. We began with stories out of the Acts 29 network and have…
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18. The United States of Paranormal
- Length
- 50 min
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 301
- Since
- 2022
Indiana to Texas, our two teams tell haunting stories
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19. Pot Luck Food Talks: Kitchen Stories From Behind the Pass
- Length
- 32 min
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 212
- Since
- 2022
Two decades on the line leave scars, stories, and a way of seeing the world that doesn’t wash off with the apron. Pot Luck Food Talks is where the chef…
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20. What Came Next
- Length
- 37 min
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 202
- Since
- 2023
What happens after the experiences of true crime survivors have been shared with the world? Does the media truly capture all it entails to survive such…
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21. The Compendium: An Assembly of Fascinating Things
- Length
- 1 hr 20 min
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 153
- Since
- 2023
Love strange true stories, true crime, dark history and real-life mysteries, but not ten-part series that turn listening into homework? The Compendium is a…
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22. Pro Wrestle Times Podcast
- Length
- 1 hr 31 min
- Releases
- Every two weeks
- Episodes
- 167
- Since
- 2023
Pro Wrestle Times Podcast hosted by Phil Marks. 🤼♀️ The premiere comedy pro wrestling talk show on the planet. 🌎 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
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23. Reasons We Serve: Police Careers & Officer Experience
- Length
- 1 hr 30 min
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 219
- Since
- 2023
Police officer stories and law enforcement interviews revealing why people choose careers in policing. Do you ever wonder why people go into law enforcement?…
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24. Sumud Podcast: Inspired by Palestine
- Length
- 1 hr 28 min
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 118
- Since
- 2024
Inspired by Palestine, Sumud Podcast emerges as a powerful platform for inspiration and empowerment for marginalized communities globally. Our mission? To…
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25. Crime Next Door
- Length
- 26 min
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 110
- Since
- 2024
Gripping True Crime stories from neighbourhoods across the UK. Series 14. The Playground Murder Audrey Gillan traces the ripple effects of the murder of a…
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26. Homeless Unfiltered from Invisible People
- Length
- 46 min
- Releases
- Every two weeks
- Episodes
- 85
- Since
- 2024
Welcome to the Homeless Unfiltered Podcast, hosted by Mark Horvath—the most raw, unfiltered podcast on homelessness you'll find. Get ready for real stories from…
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27. Talking Rubbish - The Recycling Podcast
- Length
- 1 hr
- Releases
- Weekly
- Episodes
- 119
- Since
- 2024
2 x British Podcast Award winner 2026: Gold in Education and Bronze in Impact. "Toast this pair who are trying to make a difference one rubbish episode at a…
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28. Haunted Atlas
- Length
- 27 min
- Releases
- Every two weeks
- Episodes
- 52
- Since
- 2024
Looking for a journey into the paranormal? Welcome to Haunted Atlas, where the Haunted US team uncovers America’s most haunted locations and their hidden…
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29. The Wine Centric Show
- Length
- 51 min
- Releases
- Every two weeks
- Episodes
- 60
- Since
- 2024
🎙 Bringing wine stories, tips, and expert interviews to everyday wine lovers. 🍷
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