The Best Science Podcasts of 2026
We track 1,149 science podcasts and rank them by audience reach, publishing cadence, and recent activity. Updated weekly. The list below starts at #61 — click any show for the full profile.
TalkRootz
A YouTube channel that posts daily, bite-sized clips from Indian entrepreneur Raj Shamani's popular podcast, "Figuring Out."
1.2K subs· Daily· IndiaNewsScienceSelf HelpSimply Investing
Simply Investing
A collection of bite-sized video tips on dividend investing, explaining single concepts for long-term, low-risk wealth building.
39.9K subs· ~3/week· CanadaFinanceScienceMexico Unexplained
Mexico Unexplained
A solo-hosted narrative podcast exploring the myths, strange history, and unexplained phenomena of Mexico, from ancient civilizations to modern events.
28.3K subs· ~1.9/week· United StatesHistoryScienceFast Talk Laboratories
Fast Talk Laboratories
A deep-dive podcast translating exercise physiology and sports science into practical training advice for endurance athletes and coaches.
27.2K subs· ~4/week· United StatesScienceSportsDiskydisk podcast
A casual chat between two Norwegian friends covering video games, pop science, personal anxieties, and life stories.
1.6K subs· Occasional· NOMental HealthComedyScienceAI Bros Podcast
AI Bros
A YouTube channel by two Indian AI engineers who explain generative AI through curated news clips, technical deep-dives, and weekly live streams.
22K subs· ~5/week· IndiaTechnologyNewsScienceWideCast Podcasts
WideCast Podcasts
An Indian podcast where real people—from journalists to occultists—share their chilling, first-hand encounters with the paranormal.
23.5K subs· ~2/week· IndiaHistoryScienceSpiritualityInside Insights podcast
Inside Insights
A podcast bridging the gap between marketing strategy and consumer insights, hosted by two executives from the insights platform Zappi.
113K subs· ~3/week· United StatesBusinessMarketingScienceInquiry with Kelly Chase
Kelly Chase
An investigative podcast exploring the philosophical fringes of ufology, consciousness, and psychological operations.
13K subs· ~1.6/weekBusinessHistoryScienceAWM BOXING PODCAST!!
A raw, unfiltered live watch-along for boxing and UFC fights, hosted by a panel of passionate fans who engage heavily with the live chat.
9.3K subs· Daily· United StatesScienceRelationshipsSportsBlue Sky Fintech
Blue Sky Fintech
A live-audience podcast from India where a fintech co-founder interviews leaders from sports, media, and education about their journeys.
430 subs· ~4/month· IndiaBusinessFinanceScienceNature Podcast
A weekly audio digest of new scientific research, featuring the scientists behind the papers and reporting from Nature's own journalists.
7.9K subs· ~2/weekScienceCannabis Health Radio
A weekly podcast sharing powerful, first-person testimonials of healing from serious illness using medical cannabis.
10K subs· ~2/week· CanadaSalesHealth & WellnessScienceThe Kids In The Room
The Kids
A long-form interview show where an entrepreneur host explores the backstories and expertise of a wide range of guests.
3.6K subs· ~Monthly· United StatesBusinessScienceSpiritualityLock In To Win Podcast
Two fitness coaches interview guests who have rebuilt their lives from rock bottom, turning stories of addiction and prison into tales of discipline.
165 subs· Daily· United StatesHealth & WellnessMental HealthScienceScottish Paranormal Podcast
Scottish Paranormal
A conversational podcast documenting strange occurrences and high strangeness in Scotland and beyond through interviews with researchers and experiencers.
911 subs· OccasionalScienceSpiritualityMama Margot
A solo host details true crime cases involving U.S. military members and veterans, with a focus on learning from tragedy to remain vigilant.
4K subs· ~1.0/week· United StatesTrue CrimeScienceRelationshipsNextGen VC Podcast
NextGen VC
Two life science legal and IP experts interview the venture capitalists funding the next generation of biotech and medtech companies.
14 subs· ~1.6/weekFinanceScienceThe Cryptid Crew Podcast
A former law enforcement officer interviews eyewitnesses and researchers about their encounters with Bigfoot, ghosts, and other unexplained phenomena.
909 subs· ~4/week· United StatesNewsScienceStress-Free Longevity
Stress-Free Longevity
An ER doctor's evidence-based guide to longevity, translating complex science into practical, no-hype lifestyle changes.
6.6K subs· ~1.3/week· United KingdomHealth & WellnessScienceEducationWellness + Wisdom Podcast
A podcast blending science and spirituality for personal transformation, hosted by an interviewer who openly shares his own healing journey.
73.5K subs· Daily· United StatesHealth & WellnessScienceSpiritualityBrains On! Universe
A network of educational podcasts for kids and families, featuring science explainers and game-show-style debates co-hosted by children.
48.3K subs· ~2/week· United StatesHistoryScienceParentingSidenote Podcast
The creators of AsapSCIENCE discuss controversial topics, pop culture, and politics, grounding their chatty deep-dives in scientific research.
57.4K subs· ~6/week· CanadaScienceThe DemystifySci Podcast
Two philosophers of science challenge mainstream physics and history, interviewing heterodox thinkers and exploring their own materialist theories.
48.1K subs· ~3/week· United StatesHistoryScienceSpiritualityCurious About Cannabis
A science-first podcast that explores the chemistry, quality control, and systemic issues of the cannabis industry.
2.2K subs· Occasional· United StatesHealth & WellnessScienceEducationThe Mindset Mentor Podcast
A daily solo podcast where a mindset coach breaks down psychological and neurological concepts into actionable steps for personal growth.
957K subs· Daily· United StatesBusinessMental HealthScience1-Week Rental: A Movie Podcast
Two hosts spend a week obsessively researching a single film, from blockbusters to flops, then unpack its history, production, and cultural impact.
24K subs· Daily· United StatesHistoryScienceEntertainmentThe Imagination Podcast
A long-form interview podcast providing a platform for survivors of ritual abuse, mind control, and organized abuse to share their testimonies.
28.2K subs· ~3/week· United StatesHistoryPoliticsScienceLions Danivore Podcast
A podcast challenging mainstream nutrition by promoting the carnivore diet as a path to metabolic, mental, and spiritual transformation.
264 subs· ~5/weekHealth & WellnessMental HealthScienceHeart & Bones Yoga- Anatomy & Mobility
An instructional yoga channel focused on anatomy, mobility, and functional movement for a sustainable, pain-free practice.
47K subs· ~3/week· CanadaHealth & WellnessNewsScienceHealth Optimization Medicine Podcast
Health Optimization Medicine
A panel of doctors and researchers from the Health Optimization Medicine (HOMe) organization discuss complex medical science from a systems-biology perspective.
4.3K subs· ~3/week· United StatesHealth & WellnessScienceSpiritualityThe DeFi Report
Michael Nadeau
A data-driven weekly analysis of crypto market cycles and on-chain metrics, presented as a dialogue between financial analysts.
6K subs· ~1.5/week· United StatesCryptoScienceEducationThe Endurance Lab
A science-driven podcast for midlife runners, featuring interviews with elite athletes and researchers to optimize performance and longevity.
18K subs· ~1.7/week· FIHealth & WellnessScienceFat Science Podcast
Fat Science
A medical doctor and two co-hosts break down the science of metabolism, debunking diet myths and explaining why fat isn't a personal failure.
4.7K subs· ~5/week· United StatesHealth & WellnessScienceBright on Buddhism
A scholar of East Asian Buddhism and his co-host explain Buddhist concepts, history, and texts in a structured, academic Q&A format.
233 subs· ~1.1/week· United StatesHistoryScienceSpiritualityEverything Podcasts
Everything Podcasts
A Canadian production company's showcase of professionally produced, brand-supported podcasts on topics from parenting and health to philanthropy.
5.8K subs· Daily· CanadaBusinessHistoryScienceRocked On Detroit Lions
A daily, solo-hosted live stream offering intense, data-driven analysis and breaking news coverage for die-hard Detroit Lions fans.
13.4K subs· ~5/week· United StatesScienceSportsMediaOccult Symbolism & Pop Culture w/ Isaac Weishaupt
A solo podcast decoding the occult symbols and conspiracy theories allegedly hidden in pop culture, from Hollywood films to hip-hop.
22.8K subs· Daily· United StatesTechnologyHistoryScienceLOVE LUST OR LIES PODCAST
A platform for survivors of trauma, abuse, and trafficking to share their stories, framed through a Christian lens of healing and awareness.
15.6K subs· ~3/weekBusinessScienceReligionThe Curious Bartender
A veteran bartender and author interviews the founders, distillers, and innovators behind the world's most notable food and drink brands.
15.6K subs· ~4/week· United KingdomBusinessHistoryScienceSandy K Nutrition
Sandy K Nutrition
A solo podcast exploring midlife wellness for a Gen X audience through a unique blend of scientific research, psychology, and spiritual concepts.
3.4K subs· ~3/week· CanadaHealth & WellnessScienceSpiritualityTrauma Rewired
Trauma Rewired
Two neurosomatic coaches explain how trauma gets stored in the body and offer science-based tools for nervous system regulation.
3.8K subs· ~5/week· United StatesBusinessScienceSportsAdeptus Ridiculous
Three hosts humorously dissect the dense and often absurd lore of the Warhammer 40,000 universe for fans and newcomers alike.
290K subs· ~1.1/week· United StatesSciencePhilosophyZeeshan's Podcast Clips
Wisdom On
A clips channel for an Indian podcast where host Zeeshan Shaikh interviews creators and experts on building wealth, health, and happiness.
204K subs· ~3/week· IndiaFinanceHealth & WellnessScienceNow Playing Podcast
Now Playing
A panel of hosts reviews entire film franchises, from blockbuster hits to forgotten sequels, with deep research and zero patience for bad movies.
3.5K subs· DailyComedyScienceEntertainmentTumble Science
Tumble Science
A science podcast for curious kids and their families, exploring listener questions with the help of real working scientists.
2.4K subs· ~4/week· United StatesScienceParentingUnsupervised Learning: With Jacob Effron
A Redpoint Ventures investor interviews top AI researchers, founders, and thinkers to understand the reality behind the hype.
28.1K subs· ~2/month· United StatesBusinessTechnologyScienceMedical Centric Podcast
Medical Centric
Long-form interviews unpacking the science and stories behind medical breakthroughs with leading doctors, researchers, and health-tech innovators.
712K subs· Daily· PTHealth & WellnessScienceAutomotiveCatholic Counseling Institute
A licensed therapist integrates evidence-based psychology and Catholic theology to address mental health topics for a lay Catholic audience.
109K subs· Daily· United StatesHealth & WellnessMental HealthScienceHistoriansplaining
Samuel Biagetti
A solo history podcast where a PhD historian deconstructs popular historical narratives and myths in long-form, ad-free lectures.
8.7K subs· ~2/monthHistoryScienceThe Other Autism podcast
A Canadian podcast where a late-diagnosed autistic science writer breaks down academic research on high-masking autism and dispels media myths.
36.4K subs· ~Monthly· CanadaHealth & WellnessScienceAutomotiveMachine Learning Street Talk
A highly technical podcast exploring advanced AI research, from LLMs to cognitive science, with the researchers building the field.
217K subs· ~3/month· United KingdomTechnologyScienceSportsPodcast Clips Daily
A daily curation of short, viral-style clips from popular podcasts on science, success, and philosophy.
14 subs· DailyNewsScienceSelf HelpPython Bytes Podcast
Python Bytes
A weekly news podcast covering headlines, tools, and noteworthy developments in the Python, developer, and data science community.
4.8K subs· ~4/month· United StatesTechnologyNewsScienceBased on a True Story Podcast
A podcast that fact-checks popular movies and TV shows by interviewing historians, authors, and other experts.
18.5K subs· ~4/month· United StatesHistoryScienceRelationshipsAndrew Huberman
Andrew Huberman
A Stanford neuroscientist explains the science behind health, performance, and the human mind, offering actionable, evidence-based protocols.
7.5M subs· ~2/week· United StatesHealth & WellnessScienceEducationMuhia Wa Maingi Podcast
Muhia Wa Maingi
A Kenyan social affairs reporter's take on politics, religion, and current events, featuring long-form interviews in both English and Kikuyu.
188K subs· Daily· KenyaNewsScienceEducationFertility Tales
A patient-focused guide to fertility and IVF, where host Simrat Chamkaur interviews specialists from India's Nova IVF clinic network.
75.9K subs· ~Monthly· IndiaScienceLongevity Roadmap
Longevity Roadmap
A physician-educator interviews leading scientists to break down the molecular biology of aging and potential longevity therapies.
3K subs· ~3/week· United StatesHealth & WellnessScienceDr. Kara Fitzgerald FxMed, Longevity & Epigenetics
A clinical podcast for practitioners where a functional medicine doctor interviews leading researchers on the science behind longevity and chronic illness.
10.1K subs· ~2/month· United StatesHealth & WellnessNewsScience
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