Social Sciences Podcasts
Ranked by chart position, with free AI-powered daily summaries on every show.
Showing 1–100 of 340 podcasts
Hidden Brain
Explores human behavior and the unconscious patterns that shape our decisions, relationships, and society through science and storytelling.
Something You Should Know
Explores practical wisdom and expert insights to help listeners improve their lives, careers, and relationships.
UFO Chronicles Podcast
Everyday people share firsthand accounts of UFO sightings, alien abductions, ghosts, Bigfoot, and near-death experiences.
On Being with Krista Tippett
Conversations exploring spirituality, science, and the human experience through deep interviews with thinkers, poets, and spiritual leaders.
Somewhere in the Skies
A weekly exploration of UFO phenomena and unexplained aerial encounters hosted by an author and investigator.
The Psychology of your 20s
Examines the psychology behind common experiences in your twenties, including dating, mental health, career stress, and friendships.
That UFO Podcast
Covers global UFO, UAP, and related phenomena through news updates and interviews with experts and witnesses.
Beyond the Human
Anthropologists explore global beliefs in ghosts, aliens, and the supernatural to understand what they reveal about human nature and the unknown.
Boring History for Sleep
A podcast that recounts obscure, uneventful historical events in a calm, soothing voice to help listeners fall asleep.
Get Obsessed : With Living Your Best Life
Examines unconventional life paths and controversial belief systems through candid conversations with those living them.
TED Radio Hour
A curated exploration of ideas from TED Talks, woven with storytelling and insights on science, culture, and human experience.
Therapist Uncensored Podcast
Explores mental health and secure relationships through science-backed insights, clinical expertise, and neuroscience.
Stories from the Village of Nothing Much
Soothing, family-friendly stories set in a peaceful village where ordinary life reveals small moments of magic and human kindness.
The Science of Happiness
Explores scientific research on compassion, gratitude, mindfulness, and awe to foster greater happiness and meaning in daily life.
People Who Read People: A Behavior and Psychology Podcast
Explores human behavior through interviews with experts in psychology, law, sports, and poker.
EconTalk
Long-form conversations on economics, philosophy, history, and human behavior with experts from diverse fields.
You Are Not So Smart
A psychology podcast exploring human reasoning, cognitive biases, and the science behind self-delusion.
Mysterious Universe
Explores fringe science, UFOs, cryptozoology, and alternative history with a mix of curiosity and humor.
Skeptoid
Examines urban legends, paranormal claims, and science myths with critical analysis and evidence-based research.
The Psychology Podcast
Explores human potential and possibility through conversations with scientists, thinkers, and self-actualized individuals.
GraveYard Tales
Explores haunted places, ghost stories, and paranormal oddities with a comedic twist.
Choiceology with Katy Milkman
A behavioral scientist examines high-stakes decisions and reveals research-backed insights to improve judgment and decision-making.
The Deduction
Experts explain tax policy, trade, and economic impacts in plain terms.
Psychology of the Strange
Analyzes dark folklore and supernatural tales through psychological concepts to understand their impact on the human mind.
Think Like An Economist
Economists Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers explain core economic concepts and how they apply to everyday decisions.
Science of Reading: The Podcast
Discusses research and practical applications in early reading through expert conversations on science of reading topics.
Behavior Bitches
A behavior analyst uses applied behavior analysis to explain everyday actions and relationship patterns in simple terms.
Pop Syllabus
Christiana Mbakwe Medina and guests examine current cultural shifts, from body image to tech influence, to understand societal changes.
Suspicious Minds: AI and Psychosis
Explores how AI is reshaping humanity’s relationship with truth, the future, and existential risk in the shadow of apocalyptic fears.
Stanford Psychology Podcast
Students interview psychologists about recent research and its real-world applications in mental health, behavior, and cognition.
Dead Rabbit Radio The Daily Paranormal Podcast
Daily exploration of obscure and bizarre paranormal stories.
Scott Carney Investigates
Scott Carney investigates true crime, cults, biohacking, and global health and environmental crises.
The Skeptic Zone
A weekly podcast covering science, skepticism, and critical thinking through news, interviews, and commentary.
The Eye of Jupiter Podcast
Explores fringe topics like UFOs, cryptids, and conspiracies through firsthand accounts and thoughtful discussions on the unknown.
Converging Dialogues
Philosophical and psychological discussions exploring diverse ideas through respectful, open-minded dialogue.
Rad N Bad Podcast
Two BCBAs challenge outdated practices in applied behavior analysis with candid, critical discussions aimed at improving the field.
Human Centered
Researchers from Stanford's CASBS discuss human behavior, societal challenges, and interdisciplinary scholarship.
ReddX Reddit Reads
Stories from Reddit that explore awkward, bizarre, and humorous moments in nerd and geek communities.
The Behavioral Observations Podcast with Matt Cicoria
Discussions with experts in Behavior Analysis exploring topics like autism, verbal behavior, and functional communication training.
Selling the Couch
Therapists and business experts discuss building private practices and creating income beyond therapy sessions.
NASW Social Work Talks
Discussions on key issues and expert insights relevant to social work professionals.
Paranormal Almanac
Explores weekly paranormal news and shares chilling supernatural stories with a mix of humor and intrigue.
Come explore the paranormal files as we delve into the unexplained. The paranormal podcast.
Investigates ghost stories, haunted locations, cryptids, UFOs, and unexplained phenomena through eyewitness accounts and field research.
Wicked Planet
Explores global conspiracies, human interest stories, and current events through interviews with international guests.
How I Wrote This
Marketing professors interview researchers about the process of developing and publishing academic marketing papers.
The Science of Leadership
Examines leadership using scientific research and expert interviews to provide practical insights across business, healthcare, and personal development.
Broomedocs POdcast
A podcast covering remote medicine, emergency medicine, and evidence-based care.
Underground History
Explores the connections between culture, history, and place, focusing on Southern Oregon and surrounding regions.
Abundant Practice Podcast
A therapist shares practical steps to transition from agency work to a more profitable and flexible private practice.
Beastly History
True stories from natural history, exploring wild encounters, survival, expeditions, and myths with expert guests.
Two Rabbits One Hole
A podcast exploring fascinating historical events, mysteries, and unexplained phenomena.
The Leading Voices in Food
Experts, farmers, and policymakers discuss food system challenges including food insecurity, agriculture, equity, and food policy.
It's a Very Exciting Time
Two friends explore UFO phenomena and their implications for reality, science, and society.
How We Connected
Explores stories of community building and meaningful connections through conversations with leaders across the United States.
Dr. thOTs
Two doctors discuss work, life, and culture with intelligence and sass.
The Couples Therapist Couch
Explores couples therapy through expert interviews, focusing on relationship dynamics and techniques to foster love, healing, and growth.
The Deeper Thinking Podcast
The Deeper Thinking Podcast
Pursuit of the Paranormal
Ash and Greg investigate ghost sightings, UFOs, cryptids, and government-covered mysteries with credible research and expert interviews.
Heal NPD
A clinical psychologist explores pathological narcissism with empathy, offering insight for those affected by it and their families.
For Sociology
Conversations with leading sociologists about their research and the pressing social issues of our time.
Aporia Podcast
Explores ideas in genetics, psychology, sociology, and economics through interviews with researchers and scholars.
Because Language - a podcast about linguistics, the science of language.
A podcast exploring linguistics, the scientific study of language.
New Books in Critical Theory
Scholars discuss their recently published research in critical theory with fellow experts.
The Hidden Addiction Podcast
Explores problem gambling through personal stories, resources, and advocacy to raise awareness and support affected individuals.
New Books in Law
Scholars discuss their latest research in law with fellow experts in each episode.
New Books in Economics
Scholars discuss their recently published research in economics with fellow experts.
New Books in Anthropology
Scholars discuss their recently published research in anthropology with fellow experts.
New Books in Education
Scholars discuss their recently published research in education with fellow experts.
New Books in Public Policy
Scholars discuss their recently published research in public policy with an expert in the field.
PIIE Insider LIVE
Live discussions with economists at the Peterson Institute exploring global economic issues and their impact on families and businesses.
New Books in Gender
Scholars discuss their latest research in gender studies with fellow experts.
New Books in Sex, Sexuality, and Sex Work
Scholars discuss their latest research on sex, sexuality, and sex work with fellow experts.
The Perception & Action Podcast
Examines how psychological research improves performance and skill learning in sports and high-pressure fields.
New Books in Science, Technology, and Society
Scholars discuss their recently published research in science, technology, and society with fellow experts.
The Medical Mind
Explores advancements in psychiatric medicine and mental health care through expert discussions on the mind-brain-body connection.
New Books in Sociology
Scholars discuss their recently published research in sociology with fellow experts.
New Books in Political Science
Scholars discuss their recently published research in political science with fellow experts.
Climate Unf*cked
Conversations with leaders and changemakers working on solutions to the climate crisis.
Conspirituality
A journalist, cult researcher, and skeptic analyze how conspiracy theories infiltrate wellness and spiritual communities.
Apocalyptic Optimist Podcast
Conversations with activists and experts on threats to democracy and climate, and how to address them.
The Argument
Two journalists debate current political and policy issues with research-driven arguments and civil discussion.
Bearing Scars
Interviews with people who rebuilt their lives after major setbacks, exploring resilience and personal growth through honest conversations.
Small Nonprofit: Fundraising Tips, Leadership Strategies, and Community-Centric Solutions
Practical strategies for small nonprofit leaders to improve fundraising, governance, and community-centered donor engagement.
پادکست آذرخش مکری - azarakhsh mokri
Lectures and talks by Dr. Azarakhsh Mokri, focusing on psychology and social issues.
Cosmosis [Formerly The UFO Rabbit Hole]
Explores UFOs, consciousness, and hidden realities through interviews with experiencers, researchers, and visionaries.
Navigating Neuropsychology
Explores brain-behavior relationships through scientific findings, expert interviews, and debates in neuropsychology.
Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg
Discusses practical ideas from psychology, philosophy, and science to improve thinking, decision-making, and self-understanding.
Acid Horizon
A philosophy podcast exploring radical theory through post-structuralism, abolitionism, communism, and decolonial thought.
The Pie: An Economics Podcast
Discussions with University of Chicago economists on how economic forces shape major issues like pandemics, jobs, and energy policy.
The Social Work Podcast
Discusses social work topics including direct practice, policy, research, and education through expert interviews and analysis.
UCLA Housing Voice
Discusses housing research and its implications for affordability and accessibility with experts from UCLA.
ABA Inside Track
Behavior analysts discuss research and topics in applied behavior analysis to help listeners stay informed.
Digging a Hole: The Legal Theory Podcast
Legal scholars analyze debates and theories shaping law school discourse.
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Dementia Careblazers
Practical strategies and expert guidance for dementia caregivers to reduce stress and improve care.
The Thoughtful Counselor
Explores the art and science of counseling and psychotherapy through conversations on current topics in the field.
Native Land Pod
Political commentary from Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum on Black American identity, history, and empowerment.
The TBRI Podcast
Discusses trauma-informed care and Trust-Based Relational Intervention through expert conversations.
The Answer Is Transaction Costs
Transaction costs explain economic and social behavior through weekly short episodes and monthly long-form interviews.
Sex Life Science
A psychology and relationships podcast exploring sex, mental health, and human behavior through expert conversations.