Top 100 Performing Arts Podcasts

The top performing arts podcasts right now — each with a free daily AI recap.

The Moth

True stories told live and without notes by people sharing personal experiences on stage.

Spooked

Ordinary people share their chilling, firsthand accounts of paranormal encounters.

The Magnus Archives

A horror anthology following an archivist who investigates supernatural cases, uncovering a growing conspiracy tied to eldritch forces.

Snap Judgment

Real stories paired with music create cinematic, dramatic radio that challenges listeners to see the world from others' perspectives.

The Jimmy Dore Show

A progressive political comedian delivers impassioned commentary on current events and systemic corruption.

The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan

Billy Corgan interviews highly successful people about their paths to achievement and the complexities of reaching the top of their fields.

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio| Daily Mystery Dramas

Daily episodes feature classic radio detective dramas from the 1940s and 1950s, including Johnny Dollar, Dragnet, and Charlie Chan.

Choice Classic Radio Detectives | Old Time Radio

Classic radio dramas featuring detectives like Johnny Dollar, Dragnet, Sherlock Holmes, and The Shadow from the Golden Age of Radio.

The Poetry Cafe

Live poetry readings, music, and artist interviews from global performers in an open mic and spoken word format.

#10

RISK!

People share deeply personal, true stories they never thought they'd dare to tell in public.

#11

LeVar Burton Reads

LeVar Burton narrates acclaimed short fiction by renowned authors with immersive sound design.

#12

Down These Mean Streets (Old Time Radio Detectives)

Classic radio detective stories from the 1940s and 50s, featuring hard-boiled private eyes and noir mysteries.

#13

Scary Stories and Rain

Unsettling true stories narrated calmly over soothing rain sounds, designed for sleep or quiet nighttime listening.

#14

The Slowdown: Poetry & Reflection Daily

A daily dose of poetry and reflection to help listeners reconnect with their inner lives and the world through poems from a range of voices.

#15

All Of It

A cultural exploration of the ideas, creators, and context shaping New York City’s diverse creative landscape.

#16

Nostalgic Mystery Radio

Stevie K.

#17

Gunsmoke | OTRWesterns.com

A Western drama set in Dodge City, Kansas, following the life of a U.S. Marshal and the challenges of frontier justice.

#18

Case Closed! (old time radio)

Classic crime dramas from the golden age of radio, featuring detectives, mysteries, and noir storytelling.

#19

Relic Radio Sci-Fi (old time radio)

Classic science fiction radio dramas from the mid-20th century, featuring vintage tales of space, time travel, and futuristic adventures.

#20

Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)

Classic Hollywood stars perform in thrilling tales from the golden age of radio's "Suspense" series.

#21

Broadway Breakdown

A theatre geek and guests analyze Broadway legends and musicals with candid commentary and deep dives into showbiz history.

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日谈公园

#23

Sherlock Holmes Short Stories

Four noncanonical Sherlock Holmes short stories written by Arthur Conan Doyle, including rare and previously excluded works.

#24

The Relic Radio Show (old time radio)

Classic radio dramas from the 1940s to 1970s featuring mystery, suspense, and vintage anthology storytelling.

#25

Audrey Helps Actors Podcast

A working actor shares practical advice and industry insights for performers navigating auditions, agents, and unions.

#26

Old Time Radio Westerns

Classic Western radio dramas from the golden age of radio, digitally restored for enhanced audio clarity and immersive storytelling.

#27

The Playbill Podcast: A Show on Broadway

Explores current Broadway shows through cast and crew interviews, offering insights for seasoned theatergoers and newcomers alike.

#28

大内密谈

一档由深夜谈谈出品的播客节目，内容广泛，主题隐秘。

#29

Marvel's Wolverine: The Long Night

Marvel & SiriusXM

#30

The Upstaging Gentlemen (Chasing Theatrical Dreams)

Two producers explore the world of theater, sharing insights and stories from behind the scenes of stage productions.

#31

MickeyJoTheatre

Reviews and analysis of theatre productions from major stages worldwide, including interviews and industry features.

#32

" The Power of Vocal Dynamics Business School "

Teaches professionals to use vocal tone, emotion, and dynamics to become more persuasive and impactful speakers.

#33

Strange Tales (Old Time Radio)

Unsettling old-time radio dramas exploring the strange, bizarre, and unnatural.

#34

The Horror! (Old Time Radio)

Classic horror and suspense stories from old-time radio broadcasts, featuring vintage tales of the supernatural and macabre.

#35

Sherlock Holmes Presented by the Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Classic Sherlock Holmes radio dramas and public domain films featuring iconic actors from the golden age of radio.

#36

An Actor Despairs

Conversations with actors, directors, and artists about navigating and succeeding in the film and television industry.

#37

Old Time Radio Theater

MysteryShows.com

#38

The Geek Buddies

Three entertainment industry professionals share insights and opinions on geek culture in film, animation, and beyond.

#39

LOVE SOMEONE with Delilah

Conversations with guests who share inspiring stories about love, connection, and compassion across relationships, community, and faith.

#40

Dollyology

A former Dollywood performer examines Dolly Parton’s music, persona, and cultural impact through a fan’s adoring lens.

#41

1001 RADIO DAYS

Classic radio shows from the 1930s to 1960s spanning drama, comedy, sci-fi, and suspense, curated from the golden age of radio.

#42

Jokermen

A deep exploration of Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys' music, analyzing every song and album in detail.

#43

The Great Detectives Present Dragnet (Old Time Radio)

A deep dive into every episode of the classic radio series Dragnet, exploring its impact and legacy.

#44

Brian Breaks Character

A spiritual guide for creatives seeking purpose and abundance through conversations with artists, activists, and unconventional thinkers.

#45

The Stories of Mahabharata

A narrative retelling of the Indian epic Mahabharata, detailing its myths, battles, and philosophical teachings.

#46

Ballet Help Desk

Expert advice for parents navigating their child's ballet training, covering auditions, health, and career development.

#48

Geist

Real people share firsthand accounts of paranormal and unexplainable encounters in this exploration of the supernatural.

#49

Hot Ones: The Classic Interviews

Extended, spicy celebrity interviews from the archives of the Hot Ones YouTube series.

#50

K Let's Talk

Analyzes storytelling in books, TV, and film with a focus on book-to-screen adaptations and narrative craft.

#51

The Apocalypse Players

#52

Loving You: The Untold Sondheim

Martin Milnes & Peter E Jones

#53

Marvel’s Wolverine: The Lost Trail

Logan searches the Louisiana bayou for a missing woman and uncovers a conspiracy involving mutants and a mysterious refuge.

#54

Great Detectives of Old Time Radio Volume 2|Mystery Audio Dramas

Explores classic detective radio shows from the 1940s–50s, following iconic sleuths through their serialized cases.

#55

Dark Dice

A horror actual play podcast where travelers face dragons and monsters in a dark fantasy world, forever changed by their journey.

#56

Old Time Radio Nero Wolfe

Adam Graham

#57

Wild West Tales - Old Time Radio Westerns

Classic Western radio dramas from the 1920s to 1960s featuring shows like Gunsmoke, Have Gun Will Travel, and Frontier Gentleman.

#58

THEY'RE NOT SHADOWS

Gripping, atmospheric tales of the paranormal and supernatural told in a cinematic radio drama style.

#58

How To Teach A Cartwheel

Podgo

#58

I Don't Want To Talk About Fight Club Anymore

Headgum

#59

Relic Radio Thrillers (Old Time Radio)

Classic crime, mystery, and espionage radio dramas from the golden age of audio thrillers.

#60

BroadwayRadio

#61

A Musical Theatre Podcast

Explores the cultural and emotional impact of musicals through guest conversations about their creators, context, and storytelling.

#62

The Strange Case of Starship Iris

Crew of a spaceship navigate survival, secrets, and identity in the aftermath of Earth's war with aliens.

#63

1001 Radio Crime Solvers

Vintage radio detective stories featuring characters like Sam Spade, Philip Marlowe, and Sherlock Holmes solving crimes from the golden age of radio.

#64

The Mish and Zach Podcast

Comedians Zachary Ruane and Mish Wittrup discuss film, pop culture, and random topics, with weekly deep dives on actor John Leguizamo.

#65

Origin Stories

A journalist interviews writers and directors about the making of their most meaningful creative works.

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Flags In A Gym: A Colorguard Podcast

flagsinagympod

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New Podcast Trailers

Trailers for new and noteworthy podcasts, curated from the Podnews daily newsletter.

#67

The Hamilcast: A Hamilton Podcast

Explores the musical Hamilton through interviews with cast, crew, creatives, and fans, covering its production, history, and global impact.

#67

Ranger Bill (OTRR)

Ranger Bill shares adventures from the Old Time Radio Researchers archive.

#67

The Drama Book Show!

The Drama Book Show! & Broadway Podcast Network

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Emma by Jane Austen - A Dramatic Reading

Jane Austen

#68

Choice Classic Radio Drama & Horror | Old Time Radio

Classic radio dramas featuring mystery, suspense, and horror from the Golden Age of Radio.

#68

Essential American Poets

Poetry Foundation

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Broadway Vocal Coach

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Experience is Everything

Saga Group

#69

Little Known Facts with Ilana Levine

Intimate conversations with top performers from Broadway, film, and television, revealing personal stories and behind-the-scenes insights.

#69

Letting Them Talk with Will Harris

Interviews with figures from pop culture including actors, writers, musicians, and political pundits.

#69

Wyrd Folk

Nikki Moody

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Oh, the Drama!

A podcast exploring 100 years of Yale's David Geffen School of Drama through its productions, student stories, and artistic legacy.

#71

Discusses Broadway shows, interviews theater professionals, and explores the experience of growing up involved in theater.

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