The Best Podcasts in the United States of 2026

Kate Mackz

Kate Mackz

Long-form interviews with founders, experts, and creators exploring the mindset and process behind meaningful achievement.

she persisted (mental health + psychology podcast)

A University of Pennsylvania psychology student translates evidence-based mental health concepts into actionable advice for Gen Z, informed by her own journey.

The Spiritual Forum

An ordained minister with an engineering background hosts heart-to-heart dialogues with authors and experts on practical spiritual living.

Next Level Soul Français

Un podcast en français où Alex Ferrari interroge des channelers, des chercheurs en EMI et des maîtres spirituels sur l'évolution de la conscience humaine.

Growing Up Italian

Two Italian-American cousins in New York explore their culture through food, family stories, and casual interviews with notable Italian personalities.

WiM Media

A philosophical podcast using the question "What is money?" to explore Bitcoin, economics, and critiques of central banking.

Next Level Soul Português

Um programa de entrevistas de longa duração que explora espiritualidade, consciência e experiências de quase morte, dublado em português a partir do podcast original em inglês.

Unauthorized History of the Pacific War Podcast

A deep-dive military history podcast where expert hosts and guests analyze the Pacific theater of WWII with granular, tactical detail.

The TV Police Podcast with Owain Yeoman & Tim Kang

Owain Yeoman

Two stars of 'The Mentalist' re-watch the series with former cast and crew, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and on-set memories.

The Daily History Chronicle

A daily podcast that revisits specific historical events to uncover their moral complexities, political contradictions, and unacknowledged consequences.

CarnivoreJT

A YouTube channel mixing carnivore diet recipes, personal vlogs, and satirical sketches critiquing mainstream health narratives.

Lifespanning Podcast

Jean Fallacara

A bioengineer and entrepreneur interviews scientists and founders on the edge of longevity, biohacking, and human potential.

The Travel Lemming Podcast

A practical audio travel guide where hosts interview local experts to create detailed, service-oriented briefings on specific destinations and travel themes.

Ahadu podcast

An Ethiopian podcast exploring modern relationships, gender dynamics, and personal growth through a mix of solo commentary and challenging interviews.

Dentistry Uncensored with Dr. Howard Farran

A daily interview show for dentists, hosted by a veteran practitioner, covering clinical controversies and the business of running a practice.

AI Agents Podcast

AI Agents

Jotform's official podcast where its CEO and a co-host demo AI tools and interview tech founders on the practical automation of work.

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Bryce Crawford

A Christian evangelist's podcast exploring faith and morality by interviewing public figures and discussing contemporary issues through a biblical lens.

Dr. NoSleep Podcast

The No

A horror anthology podcast featuring professionally narrated short fiction and creepypastas with immersive sound design.

The Data Engineering Show - Podcast

A technical podcast where a Firebolt engineer interviews practitioners from top tech companies about their data and AI infrastructure.

Bank of Podcast

A co-hosted analysis of Islamic historical narratives, extracting lessons on leadership, psychology, and strategy for a modern audience.

The Skeptic Metaphysicians

A podcast where two open-minded skeptics interview experts on spiritual and paranormal topics, seeking to bridge belief with critical thinking.

Security Weekly - A CRA Resource

A network of podcasts for cybersecurity professionals, featuring panel discussions on news, technical deep dives, and interviews with industry leaders.

Take Control ADHD

Take Control ADHD

A practical podcast for adults with ADHD, co-hosted by a coach and a tech expert, offering strategies for work, school, and life.

The Trauma Therapist Podcast

A podcast where therapists, survivors, and authors share their stories and expertise on healing from trauma, hosted by a clinical psychologist.

Dr Pal

Dr Pal

A practicing gastroenterologist makes complex medical topics like gut health, nutrition, and aging simple through solo talks, expert interviews, and cooking demos.

The Wrinkled Runner

A running coach over 50 shares personal stories and practical advice for making running accessible and consistent, especially for older athletes.

Cigar Aficionado

The executive and managing editors of Cigar Aficionado magazine discuss the trends, economics, and culture of the premium cigar world.

FilmPhotographyProject

A long-running roundtable podcast for film photography enthusiasts, mixing gear reviews, technique discussions, and creative community projects.

This Old Marketing w/ Joe Pulizzi & Robert Rose

Two pioneers of the content marketing movement dissect the week's marketing, media, and AI news with sharp analysis and humorous banter.

Caleb Hammer

Caleb Hammer

A confrontational financial intervention show where the host audits the budgets and personal lives of people in serious debt.

The Daily W

Trysta Krick

Unfiltered commentary on the game, gossip, and on-court drama in women's sports, led by two hosts with a sharp, fan-centric perspective.

PT Pintcast

A podcast for physical therapists, hosted by a DPT and former radio DJ, focused on the business, tech, and leadership challenges of the profession.

Modern Waiter Podcast

Two veteran servers break down the unfiltered reality of restaurant life, offering tactical advice for staff and unwritten rules for diners.

Police off the Cuff

Retired NYPD detectives analyze breaking true crime cases from a law enforcement perspective, scrutinizing police procedure and investigative missteps.

Uplevel Dairy Podcast

Uplevel Dairy

A business podcast for dairy farmers, managers, and advisors focused on leadership, finance, and operational success.

Acquisitions Anonymous Podcast

Acquisitions Anonymous

A roundtable of M&A experts analyzing real businesses for sale, from flamethrower companies to nursing education brands.

Side Hustle Wrestling Podcast

Side Hustle Wrestling

Two Cleveland-based hosts discuss the week's WWE and AEW news, frequently veering into profanity-laced rants and personal stories.

TechSurge: Deep Tech VC Podcast

A deep tech VC podcast where partners from Celesta Capital analyze the hardware, policy, and economic forces shaping emerging technology.

The Lawyers Lounge Podcast with Keith B. Johnson

A criminal defense attorney gives a raw, behind-the-scenes look at the strategy and emotional reality of high-stakes American trials.

That Franchise Guy

A solo NFL analyst's extremely detailed, scheme-focused team breakdowns, often framed within a simulated football season.

Processing Podcast

Pastor Kirk

Good Children: The Podcast

Childhood best friends unpack their shared history of anxiety and performance through the lens of pop culture, nostalgia, and personal stories.

The Braving Business Podcast

A dual-host interview show where two entrepreneurs talk to leaders and founders about their personal stories of overcoming adversity and finding success.

Islamic History Podcast

Islamic History

A solo-narrated podcast that tells the story of Islamic civilization, from its origins to the great empires, in a serialized format.

History That Doesn't Suck

A solo-narrated American history podcast that uses sound design and storytelling to make complex historical events engaging and accessible.

Hasan Minhaj

Hasan Minhaj

A comedian's educational series using comedic monologues and expert interviews to unpack complex social and political issues for a general audience.

Make Shift Happen Podcast

Make Shift Happen

A business and lifestyle podcast where a coach shares unfiltered advice on entrepreneurship, marketing, and personal growth.

Cool Worlds Podcast

Cool Worlds

A Columbia University astronomer's deep-dive conversations with fellow scientists about exoplanets, astrobiology, and the future of discovery.

The AI Space Podcast | AI Playbook for Founders

An award-winning podcast delivering actionable AI strategies and playbooks for founders, operators, and investors building in the AI space.

Podcast UFO Live Shows

UFO Shows

A long-running show exploring UFO phenomena through interviews with experts, eyewitnesses, and government insiders, hosted by Martin Willis.

ComicPop Returns

ComicPop Returns

A weekly comic book news and review show, featuring deep dives into comic history, creator interviews, and unscripted talk about current releases.

Life Sciences DNA Podcast

Life Sciences DNA

Life sciences executives detail the practical steps, strategies, and cultural shifts required to implement AI and data science in the biopharma industry.

House of Champions: A CBS Soccer Podcast

A panel of former pro players and journalists from CBS Sports break down the latest in global soccer, from tactical analysis to transfer news.

Super Trucker Podcast

A direct-to-camera advice podcast for owner-operator truckers, focused on the business realities of maximizing profit in the spot market.

Climbing Gold with Alex Honnold

World-famous climber Alex Honnold and host Fitz Cahall interview the sport's elite to deconstruct their mindset, tactics, and biggest achievements.

TriDot Triathlon Training

The official podcast of a data-driven triathlon training platform, featuring expert coaches who break down training, tech, and race strategy.

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Beyond Labels

A farmer and a PhD in nutrition analyze news, health, and culture through the lens of regenerative agriculture and natural health.

AJ Parr Spiritual Journalist NDE Podcast

A journalistic podcast documenting near-death experiences through first-person accounts and interviews with leading researchers.

Locked On Eagles

Locked On Eagles

A daily podcast for die-hard Philadelphia Eagles fans, delivering year-round news, opinionated analysis, and historical legacy debates.