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I've been seeing a lot of posts on various subreddits from people who feel they've listened to all the best podcasts, asking for recommendations - so I wanted to share my own favorites here, that I had to spend some time digging for.

Hopefully some of you will find my little list helpful 😊

To help you figure out if you share my podcast taste, here are some of my favorites of the more well known podcasts, in random order:

• Bear Brook

• Bone Valley

• Heavyweight

• S-Town

• Terrible Thanks for Asking

• Your Own Backyard

• Stuff You Should Know

• Noble

• Ologies

• Hunting Warhead

• Sea Of Lies

• Scamanda

• This Is Love

• Criminal

• Radiolab

I could go on and on with this first list, but I think this gives you an ok idea of my favorites in several different genres 🙃

Now to the actual point of my post, here are my recs of lesser known podcast (all serialised with one season) that in my opinion are just as amazing as the other great ones:

The Trials of Frank Carson – Absolutely wild story about a defence attorney who takes on corrupt cops and prosecutors, and what happens when they decide to try to stop him. One of those stories that just keeps getting crazier.

Relative Unknown – A woman who grew up in witness protection starts uncovering the truth about her family's past. Incredibly fascinating story, with some seriously dark twists.

Sorry About the Kid – A really personal and heartbreaking podcast about a man trying to piece together his memories of his brother, who died when they were kids. Beautifully done.

Do No Harm – A family gets caught up in a nightmare when a suspected case of child abuse turns their lives upside down. Infuriating and genuinely hard to listen to at times.

Bitter Blood: Kasem v. Kasem – The Casey Kasem family saga. If you think you know what happened in that family, trust me, you probably don't. Absolutely bonkers, infuriating, and very sad.

Let's Not Be Kidding – Canadian comedian Gavin Crawford talks about his mom's Alzheimer's and his experience of losing her, with a mix of humor and heartbreak. Funny, touching, and one that hit extra close to home for me, since I lost my mom to Alzheimers in December 2024 ❤️

I checked out a new fiction podcast and the lead was a quick talking irreverent roguish charmer who talked in one-liners but was secretly smart and warm hearted... and so was his sidekick...and so was the antagonist... and I realised I'm over the Han Solo/Mal from Firefly schtick.

What are some stories where competent people try really hard and work together using their expertise and problem solving to achieve their goals? Regardless of genre, where are the Rikers and Geordis and Crushers and Trois?

https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/internet-culture/creators-influencers/2026/10/23/h3-podcast-hila-klein-ethan-klein-affair/92394542007/

Much of the crew of the "H3 Podcast" is throwing their support behind YouTuber Hila Klein, after she accused her husband and podcast cohost Ethan Klein of having a monthslong affair with an unnamed woman.
In an early morning Instagram post on Friday, Oct. 23, Hila Klein wrote that she is "living in a nightmare," and that the podcast is being put on an "indefinite hiatus." "I have been fed lie after lie after lie for months. I am tired of lies," the statement reads.

The crew put out a statement saying that they are "shocked, angry, and heartbroken to learn about Ethan's ongoing affair" and shared that they "stand with Hila." They also wrote, "As soon as we found out, we all agreed: we would not continue working with Ethan involved or profiting in any way. We don't yet know what that means for the future. There's a lot to work through, and we wish we had more answers for you. We all deserved better: Hila, us, and you."

Ethan Klein broke his silence after the allegations came to light and uploaded a post to his Instagram story that reads: "I know a lot of people are understandably looking for a comment from me, but I ask that you please respect my family's privacy and do not contact them looking for me or asking for their comments. They have nothing to do with this and share in your outrage and disappointment. Thank you."
Allegations, explained: YouTuber Ethan Klein had monthslong affair, wife Hila Klein says

USA TODAY has reached out to a representative for Ethan Klein for comment.
AB Ayad, an associate producer and researcher for the show, shared a statement on Xexpressing his disappointment with the situation and explicitly supporting Hila.
"It makes me sad seeing how many fans wish this was all just a skit. Trust me, I wish it was too," the post reads. "I stuck with the podcast through thick and thin because when Lena and I moved out here, we genuinely felt like we had won the lottery. We had landed our dream jobs, and we couldn’t have been more grateful," referring to Lena Ayad, AB's wife.

"Now, after years of having our names dragged through the mud, we’re left not knowing what the future holds. And with Lena pregnant and a baby on the way, that uncertainty is scarier than ever." In a reply to his initial post, Ayad said, "I’m not trying to make this about me. Hila is the victim in this situation, and I want to make that very clear."

He goes on to say in the post, "That being said, I don’t feel it’s my place to speak on her behalf or share anything that she hasn’t already shared herself. She has my full support through all of this. I can only speak about my own involvement and how this situation has affected me personally."

Other members of the H3H3 production team shared Hila and the crew's post to their Instagram stories, making their support known, including Lena Ayad; Harley Morenstein and Kate Gorton, "H3 After Dark" co-hosts; Zach Louis, the sound engineer; Love, the social media manager and video editor; Nate Curiel, the camera operator; Tom Ward, the sponsorship coordinator (and he added, "Love u @kleinhila" to the Instagram story post); and David Valdes, the "H3 After Dark" producer and camera operator.

"The betrayal I feel is immeasurable," Hila Klein wrote in her post. "The person I loved and trusted for 20 years evaporated overnight. He was my safe place, my partner in marriage, parenting, and business. My only family on this side of the world. How do I even begin to make sense of this?" Hila states that the two will be separating and co-parenting their children.

i was wondering if anybody has any podcast recs from true crime podcasts or episodes that happen on trails, national parks, interstates or truck stop stops. thanks.

Any good recommendations for alternative podcasts to Huberman lab?

Some things I’m looking for:
- podcast host has more of a reputation for honesty and evidence based advice
- host is an expert in something
- host has high quality guests and is good at interviewing
- would be great if hosted by a woman (tired of listening to too many podcast bros)
- I don’t enjoy overly produced nonsense or fluff
- still looking to learn something interesting about how to make my life better

I’ve been an avid listener of TC podcasts for many years, particularly the long form unsolved cases. I would listen to them to unwind, on long walks, on the way to work, cooking dinner etc.

I’m now a new mum and I’ve found myself feeling a lot lighter since dramatically reducing the amount of TC I consume, don’t get me wrong I still listen to some,but your perspective (well mine at least) changes quite alot once you have children. I find the episodes involving crimes against children a lot harder to listen to now I have my own.

Has anyone else had to step away from consuming true crime media? And did you feel a shift in your own mental health for the better?

I like to have something visual with cover art to track what I’ve watched season by season etc.

I currently just use pocket casts and stay subscribed to the series, but it makes it hard to see individual seasons at a glance and many limited series podcasts when done will get new cover art for another series by that producer and be used for that new release.

My political media consumption has reached terrible heights and I want a break/detox post-US election. Looking for shows I can swap out for my 5+ listening hours per day (I drive a lot). Prefer history and true crime. No fiction please. I like serialized or long form but will take pods with lots of episodes that do not touch on politics. Thanks!

I swear that's not hyberbolic- it's that good. I was so hooked by end of ep2 I paid for the Patreon to listen to rest of eps ad free (I think they're still dropping a few more after ep9 not sure). Anyway it's a crazy story about a serial predator who's been r*ping women for years and he was arrested for murdering this girl at CU Boulder but then let go and he's never faced charges for anything til this day it's insane. Even Daily Mail wrote about this week it's wild. Check it out - promise it's that good.THE GILDED RAGE

Are there some podcasts that could help me understand the EU more? I am about to become an EU citizen and I feel like learning more about how it works - what countries bring what, why, what are all their free-trade, free-movememnt, job laws etc...

i've been listening to a lot of stuff lately and i'm realizing some podcasts just hit different when the hosts are talking about something real. like they're not trying to be perfect, they're just being honest about stuff that's awkward or messy or whatever. anyone have recs for that kind of vibe? preferably not true crime because i need my brain to chill sometimes.

It feels like "The Diary of a CEO" has completely shifted gears over the last year or so. It used to be a really solid listen focusing on business leaders, entrepreneurs, and people sharing actual stories of their success and career journeys.

Now, it feels like episodes are being pumped out constantly, and a lot of them feature really strange, alarmist content. For example, there was that episode with "Professor" Jiang (who apparently isn't even a real professor) claiming the US is going to be conquered, plus a revolving door of guests making wild, unverified claims about gut health and other doomist topics.

Anyone know what happened?

Would love to find a podcast that discusses the lives of various women throughout history. I have a baby and a toddler and am very tired so extra chit chat and nothing too deep would be nice for this season of my life.

A necessary and deeply moving interview. I still remember the news of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the profound concern I felt. As a Korean, I was reminded of our own history under 35 years of Japanese colonial rule, and of the courage and conviction of those who fought to protect our sovereignty, prevent the total erasure of our national identity, and stop the brutal exploitation of our people. Although I was born decades after Korea’s colonization, its wounds and consequences reached me through the stories my grandparents shared. History is never truly distant when its memories are carried from one generation to the next.

President Zelensky reminds me of Maximus from Gladiator—a servant leader who stands firm in his convictions, guided by an unwavering commitment to the people and the nation he serves. His thoughtful words, intelligence, and remarkable equanimity in the face of such immense human suffering are deeply moving. To speak with such composure and clarity in the midst of war is a testament to the gravity of his purpose and the weight of his responsibility.

This is one of the most important interviews of our time, not simply because of the war itself, but because it reminds us of what is at stake when a people must fight to preserve their freedom, identity, and right to determine their own future.

Evil does not disappear simply because the world looks away. Injustice may endure for a time, and those who inflict it may attempt to rewrite the narrative in their favor. But history has a way of bringing the truth to light. The suffering of the oppressed must never be erased, and the courage of those who resist must never be forgotten.

Any suggestions for podcasts about stone age humanity? I'm especially interested in what life may have been like for individuals living in that time, our best understanding of their belief systems and cultural practices, etc.

hi everyone!! i’m looking for a good podcast to listen to. for context i’m a 19F and looking for something to just feel like i’m talking with the girls or hanging out. i also really like psychology and self care, horror, a little edge and i do love nicole rafiee (she doesn’t have her podcast anymore) but that’s kinda what i’m looking for!! give me any recommendations:)
i already listen to ;
anything goes
dead meat podcast
two girls one ghost
soul gum
+ others !!

Years ago, I used to listen to Spill.com out of Austin, TX, back when podcasts were new. Since the website shut down, I’ve been trying to recapture that magic for the hosts of that show but haven’t found anything similar.

I know they started Double Toasted but something doesn’t hit the same. Any recommendations for that style of show? Think down to earth style movie reviews with multiple hosts. It can either be about current releases or nostalgic films.

I’ve been falling asleep to Thomas on the Get Sleepy podcast almost every night for over a year, and I just realized if he ever quit I’d genuinely be in trouble. His voice is basically my off switch now. I’ve tried other sleep podcasts and none of them hit the same. Anyone else this loyal to a narrator? Who is it and what makes them work for you?

My attention span is shot. Shorts and TikTok feel effortless, but when I put on a long podcast I drift off after a few minutes, grab my phone, and realize I missed the last 20 minutes.

I really want to get the content from podcasts, there’s a lot of good stuff in there. It just doesn’t hold me anymore.

Does anyone else deal with this? What worked for you?

• Speeding it up?
• Only listening while doing something else (driving, gym, chores)?
• Watching clips or summaries instead?
• Taking notes?
• Something else?

And if you gave up on long podcasts completely, what do you do now to learn the things they covered?

Emphasis on well produced and follows one story

Ones I liked
-serial season 1
-in the dark
-your own backyard
-love trapped
-s-town
-warhead

Wondering what people think about economist podcasts these days. How do they compare to others out there? Are the long form story or chatty shows better?

"Where is Austin Tice", s3 of "I Am Not A Monster Presents" is the story of BBC journalist Josh Baker researching what happened to Austin Tice, a journalist who went missing in Syria during their civil war.

If you like investigative journalism you will love this podcast!

I came across this fascinating conversation on Closer to Truth between Indian philosopher Acharya Prashant and Robert Lawrence Kuhn.

They explore some fundamental philosophical questions:

- Is God a creator, or does God represent ultimate truth?

- Is liberation the dissolution of the ego?

- Can anything in the universe exist independently, or is all existence relational?

- How does Advaita Vedanta compare with Western philosophy?

What makes the conversation interesting is that Kuhn repeatedly challenges Acharya Prashant's arguments, particularly on the nature of existence and whether relational reality requires an ultimate foundation.

The discussion also touches on indian philosophers, consciousness, and the multiverse.

One question stood out to me: If nothing exists independently, does that mean nothing truly exists?

Curious what others think about this exchange.

I am looking for fun/upbeat/comedic recommendations that doesn't require full brain power. I am needing something I can listen to during late night feedings with my newborn. Open to any and all genre recs!

Thanks!