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Underrated social science podcasts worth a listen

46 Social Sciences 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

  • Social Sciences 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

  1. 1. Cemetery Confessions: A Goth Talk Podcast

    Science, Society & Culture

    Length
    2 hr 18 min
    Releases
    Monthly
    Episodes
    183
    Since
    2014

    The world's number 1 Goth talk podcast! We discuss news related to the goth experience with a different guest each month, exploring the history, music…

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  2. 2. Real Talk, Whole Life

    News, Science

    Length
    54 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    574
    Since
    2015

    Welcome to Real Talk, Whole Life—part candid phone call with your nerdy best friends, part myth-busting, and entirely unfiltered. Wellness without the woo…

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  3. 3. LSE IQ

    From LSE - London School of Economics and Political Science Education, Science

    Length
    30 min
    Releases
    Monthly
    Episodes
    87
    Since
    2017

    LSE IQ is a monthly podcast from the London School of Economics and Political Science in which we ask some of the smartest social scientists - and other experts…

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  4. 4. Paranormal Almanac

    Science

    Length
    1 hr 14 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    368
    Since
    2017

    Each week we will talk about Paranormal news and tell our favorite paranormal stories, its informative, fun, and freaky.

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  5. 5. Smith and Marx Walk into a Bar: A History of Economics Podcast

    History, Science

    Length
    55 min
    Releases
    Monthly
    Episodes
    100
    Since
    2018

    Smith and Marx Walk into a Bar is hosted by historians of economic thought Jennifer Jhun, François Allisson, and Çınla Akdere. Each month, the hosts discuss…

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  6. 6. VoxTalks Economics

    Education, Science

    Length
    21 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    488
    Since
    2018

    Learn about groundbreaking new research, commentary and policy ideas from the world's leading economists. Presented by Tim Phillips.

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  7. 7. Never a straight answer

    Science

    Length
    1 hr 34 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    335
    Since
    2018

    Become a Paid Subscriber: ☆☆☆☆☆ Never a straight answer is a weekly podcast about the strange and the random. Weekly news, mysteries and conspiracy theories…

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  8. 8. Bare Marriage

    Religion & Spirituality, Science

    Length
    1 hr 12 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    363
    Since
    2019

    Tired of Christian pat answers about marriage? The podcast that goes in-depth into marriage, parenting, and even sex--to see how we can live the passionate life…

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  9. 9. THE PSYCHOLOGY WORLD PODCAST

    Science

    Length
    51 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    409
    Since
    2019

    Welcome to The Psychology World Podcast with me, Connor Whiteley GMBPsS, psychology graduate and bestselling author. What you'll get by subscribing to this…

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  10. 10. Shot At Love

    Science, Society & Culture

    Length
    33 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    246
    Since
    2020

    Shot At Love is the first motivational dating show of its kind. It teaches you how to be successful in online dating while inspiring the listeners to go for it…

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  11. 11. The Criminologist

    Science, True Crime

    Length
    56 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    251
    Since
    2020

    Host Joseph Arvidson brings criminologist, practitioners, academics and those with lived experiences from around the world together to discuss the age old…

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  12. 12. Public Health Insight

    Business, Science

    Length
    20 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    343
    Since
    2020

    The Public Health Insight Podcast is a weekly podcast ranked in the top 5% of all podcasts globally. The podcast covers all things public health and global…

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  13. 13. The TEC Talk Podcast: Presented by Natural Encounters, Inc.

    Science

    Length
    41 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    291
    Since
    2020

    Join co-hosts Chris and Ari for a discussion of animal training, behavior, human-animal relationships, and all things NEI-TEC (the Natural Encounters Inc…

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  14. 14. Social Work Spotlight

    Science

    Length
    54 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    174
    Since
    2020

    This podcast features interviews with social workers in Sydney, Australia, showcasing diverse areas of practice, social work stories, successes, and challenges…

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  15. 15. Law of Attraction Tribe Podcast: Manifestation hacks and tips

    Science

    Length
    39 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    406
    Since
    2020

    Learn how to manifest a life you don't need a vacation from filled with happiness, love, gratitude, financial freedom, and abundance in all areas of life…

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  16. 16. The Nordic Asia Podcast

    Science, Society & Culture

    Length
    29 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    288
    Since
    2020

    The Nordic Asia Podcast is a collaboration sharing expertise on Asia across the Nordic region, brought to you by the following academic partners: -Asia…

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  17. 17. Empowered to Connect Podcast

    Kids & Family, Science

    Length
    53 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    267
    Since
    2020

    The Empowered to Connect Podcast a place where we come together to discuss an attachment rich, healing centered approach to engagement and well being for…

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  18. 18. Ideas of India

    Science, Society & Culture

    Length
    1 hr 20 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    172
    Since
    2020

    Through conversations with top thinkers in the social sciences and beyond, economist Shruti Rajagopalan explores the ideas that will propel India forward.

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  19. 19. The Criminology Academy

    Science

    Length
    1 hr 2 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    141
    Since
    2020

    A podcast, hosted by Jose Sanchez (Assistant Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Texas Christian University) and Jennifer Tostlebe (Assistant…

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  20. 20. Fragout Podcast

    News, Science

    Length
    2 hr 5 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    200
    Since
    2021

    Fragout Podcast presented by Wisconsin Veteran, LLC. The goal of Fragout podcast is to share valuable information, stories, events, life and transitioning…

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  21. 21. The Systemic Way

    Health & Fitness, Science

    Length
    1 hr 20 min
    Releases
    Monthly
    Episodes
    112
    Since
    2021

    The Systemic Way Podcast is a therapy and mental health podcast featuring conversations with experts, practitioners, researchers, and people with lived…

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  22. 22. Social Protection Podcast

    Science

    Length
    43 min
    Releases
    Monthly
    Episodes
    80
    Since
    2021

    Social Protection Podcast is brought to you by socialprotection.org. We’re a knowledge sharing and capacity building platform, open to social protection…

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  23. 23. Residential Child Care Workers Points Of View Podcast , Global

    Science

    Length
    36 min
    Releases
    Monthly
    Episodes
    54
    Since
    2021

    A podcast dedicated to showcasing what's going on in the specialist field that is residential child care.We are interested in radical stories, thoughts or…

    Episodes and details for Residential Child Care Workers Points Of View Podcast , Global
  24. 24. Platypod, The CASTAC Podcast

    Science

    Length
    40 min
    Releases
    Every few months
    Episodes
    273
    Since
    2021

    Platypod is the official podcast of the Committee for the Anthropology of Science, Technology, and Computing. We talk about anthropology, STS, and all things…

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  25. 25. What is The Future for Cities?

    Science

    Length
    19 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    764
    Since
    2021

    WTF for Cities? is a platform to introduce and connect people who are actively and consciously working on the future of cities and to introduce research about…

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  26. 26. Psychology, Actually

    Health & Fitness, Science

    Length
    26 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    267
    Since
    2021

    🎙️ Psychology, Actually with Dr Marianne Trent is a podcast about what’s really going on beneath the surface of our lives. Through conversations with…

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  27. 27. The Henry George School Podcast

    Science

    Length
    1 hr 3 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    200
    Since
    2022

    This podcast is a series of interviews where well-known and widely respected economists, political scientists, and social thinkers examine Henry George’s…

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  28. 28. Social Work Sorted with Vicki Shevlin

    Education, Science

    Length
    32 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    174
    Since
    2022

    Social Work Sorted is the leading podcast for Newly Qualified Social Workers in the UK. Hosted and produced by Vicki Shevlin, a social worker, trainer…

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  29. 29. The Motivation Mindset with Risa Williams

    Health & Fitness, Science

    Length
    21 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    135
    Since
    2022

    The Motivation Mindset is an award-winning practical time management podcast hosted by Risa Williams, therapist and the book author of Get Stuff Done Without…

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  30. 30. Political Hope

    News, Science

    Length
    1 hr 2 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    99
    Since
    2022

    Can we practice hope better? Can we recognize and value the people and initiatives that inspire and embody hope in the world? What happens when we focus on…

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  31. 31. Outrage Overload: Rethinking politics, division, and media

    Government, Science

    Length
    32 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    168
    Since
    2022

    If politics and media leave you feeling angry, overwhelmed, or exhausted, Outrage Overload is for you. In about 30 minutes every few weeks, we explore how…

    Episodes and details for Outrage Overload: Rethinking politics, division, and media
  32. 32. Behind the Genes

    Science

    Length
    12 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    101
    Since
    2022

    At Genomics England, our vision is a world where everyone benefits from genomic healthcare. From the latest research to the lived experiences of those…

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  33. 33. Women Making Moves

    Business, Science

    Length
    41 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    172
    Since
    2023

    Women Making Moves is a podcast that celebrates the moves that women are making to create the existence we all deserve, which often looks like charting their…

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  34. 34. Ask Dr. Doreen

    Kids & Family, Science

    Length
    1 hr
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    92
    Since
    2023

    World renowned autism expert Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh answers viewers questions in real time. Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh is a visionary in the field of autism…

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  35. 35. New Books in Law

    From New Books Network Science

    Length
    54 min
    Releases
    Twice a week
    Episodes
    610
    Since
    2023

    This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will…

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  36. 36. Getting to Third Space with Lamar and Tom

    Science

    Length
    58 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    76
    Since
    2023

    A "3rd Space" is a space where two or more people with differing viewpoints, ideologies, and worldviews can come together to hear, listen, share, and connect…

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  37. 37. The Sports Coaching Hub Podcast

    Science

    Length
    50 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    68
    Since
    2023

    Welcome to Cardiff Metropolitan University’s Coaching Hub Podcast. The Coaching Hub is a space where cutting-edge research is developed and partnerships with…

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  38. 38. Sex Life Science

    Health & Fitness, Science

    Length
    57 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    73
    Since
    2023

    On the Sex Life Science podcast, Justin Gregory Briggs, Ph.D., LMFT and his co-hosts talk about everything in life from sex to science. The show features mental…

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  39. 39. Geoeconomic Competition

    Science

    Length
    29 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    65
    Since
    2024

    Welcome to "Geoeconomic Competition", a podcast diving deep into the intricacies of geoeconomics. In each episode, Francesca Ghiretti engages with other…

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  40. 40. They Stand Corrected

    News, Science

    Length
    33 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    134
    Since
    2024

    Who fact-checks the news? This show does. Today’s news media prioritizes sensational clickbait over basic facts. Instead of fighting for truth, billion-dollar…

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  41. 41. MissPerceived

    Education, Science

    Length
    17 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    129
    Since
    2024

    Leah Ruppanner is a no-nonsense Sociologist from the University of Melbourne on a mission to dispel society’s biggest and most divisive gender myths. In…

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  42. 42. The ScienceForWork Podcast

    Science

    Length
    52 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    51
    Since
    2024

    High quality information published in peer reviewed journals is hard to find and to read, and too often doesn’t provide quick tips for your practice. However…

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  43. 43. Universal Disclosure Podcast (Investigating UFOs, UAP, and Spiritual Beliefs)

    Religion & Spirituality, Science

    Length
    1 hr 18 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    83
    Since
    2024

    The Universal Disclosure Podcast (UDP) is hosted by UFO Field Investigator Mike and Reverend Stu , a pairing that is genuinely unusual in the UAP space: one…

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  44. 44. Shrink Space

    Science

    Length
    47 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    83
    Since
    2024

    Join Dr. Rob Patterson and Dr. David Colarossi, two friends and psychologists, as they explore the intricacies of the human mind with humor, heart, and a side…

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  45. 45. Influence Anyone

    Business, Science

    Length
    55 min
    Releases
    Weekly
    Episodes
    101
    Since
    2024

    The #1 podcast on applied influence psychology. Each episode, I sit down with the world's leading experts and practitioners to uncover the hidden psychology…

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  46. 46. HazChat

    Science

    Length
    30 min
    Releases
    Every two weeks
    Episodes
    51
    Since
    2024

    This show focuses on hazardous materials topics, breaking them down for a wide audience ranging from tailboard firefighters to department chiefs. It covers…

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