Top 100 History Podcasts
The top history podcasts right now — each with a free daily AI recap.
Takin’ A Walk Nashville
Explores diverse music genres and artists emerging from Nashville’s vibrant music scene.
#2
Our Thing: The Birth of Salsa in Nueva York
The rise and turmoil of Fania Records, the label that shaped salsa music in 1960s New York City.
#3A History Of Rock Music in Five Hundred Songs
A chronological exploration of rock and roll history through individual songs from 1938 to 1999.
#4
Decomposed with Jade Simmons
American Public Media
#5
GOOD OL' GRATEFUL DEADCAST
Explores the music, history, and cultural impact of the Grateful Dead through deep dives and interviews with experts and fans.
#6
Dolly Parton's America
A documentary podcast exploring Dolly Parton’s life, music, and cultural impact as a unifying symbol in America.
#7
Takin' A Walk - Music History with Buzz Knight
Stories and interviews with iconic and indie musicians exploring their creative journeys and the history behind their music.
#8
Know Your Gear Podcast
A weekly podcast answering 30 to 40 guitar-related questions with a mix of fun and practical insights.
#9
Shawn Stockman's On That Note
Shawn Stockman hosts conversations with artists, athletes, and celebrities about the songs that influenced their lives.
#10
No Dogs in Space
A music history podcast exploring punk, alternative, and experimental rock and pop across decades.
#11
HardLore
Musicians from the hardcore, punk, and metal scenes share personal stories and experiences from life on tour in candid interviews.
#12
Ongoing History of New Music
Explores the evolution of alternative rock, hip hop, and other modern music genres through artist profiles and thematic stories.
#13
The 500 with Josh Adam Meyers
A countdown of Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time with guests from comedy, film, and music.
#14
Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles
Explores the stories and circumstances behind the creation of iconic classic rock songs.
#15
Legend
Explores the life stories of groundbreaking musicians and the cultural impact of their work.
#16
Composers Datebook
Daily two-minute episodes explore significant musical events and composers, past and present, with curated music excerpts.
#17DJ Drama’s Gangsta Grillz Podcast
Khalabo Ink Society
#18
Something About the Beatles
An intelligent and entertaining deep dive into The Beatles' music and career, hosted by author Robert Rodriguez.
#19
Lost Notes: Groupies
KCRW
#20Classics For Kids
Introduces children to classical music through fun and entertaining episodes.
#20Classics For Kids
Introduces children to classical music through engaging and educational segments hosted by Naomi Lewin.
#21
Rock N Roll Story Guys
Two friends explore rumors and untold stories behind iconic rock bands and songs.
#22
Xevi Had a Problem
A content creator shares pop culture commentary, celebrity gossip, and personal stories with humor and authenticity.
#23
Stuck in the '80s Podcast
A podcast exploring '80s music, movies, pop culture, and memories to spark nostalgia for the decade.
#24
Political Beats
Scot Bertram and Jeff Blehar explore the musical interests of political figures with guest interviews.
#25
Album | آلبوم
Explores the stories behind the creation and release of influential music albums throughout history.
#26
Eras
Exploring the most iconic periods of the world's biggest artists through archival footage and firsthand accounts.
#27
The Hardest Podcast to Podcast
A podcast about The White Stripes, analyzing one song per episode with guest hosts to explore its place in the band's legacy.
#28
Embrace Everything - The World of Gustav Mahler
Each season examines a different Gustav Mahler symphony through interviews with conductors, scholars, and actors reading historical texts.
#29Global English Song & Songbook Podcast Branding Pack The World of English Songs Music Library
An archive of English-language music spanning pop, rock, hip hop, jazz, and more, with background on artists and global hits.
#30
The Truth About Vintage Amps with Skip Simmons
A guitar amp expert answers listener questions on vintage tube amp repair, restoration, and collecting with humor and insight.
#31
CD Burners
A deep dive into the stories and making of influential albums, one record at a time.
#32
Transmissions: The Definitive Story of Joy Division & New Order
The rise and evolution of Joy Division and New Order through firsthand accounts from band members.
#33
Theme Time Radio Hour with your host Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan
#34
Tone-Talk.com
A YouTube show discussing music, guitars, and gear with co-hosts from Friedman Ampl游戏副本
#35
Mogul
Gimlet
#36
When They Was Fab: Electric Arguments About the Beatles
Discusses the Beatles, their solo careers, and related topics from past to present.
#37
History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff
A music critic examines hard rock and heavy metal history through five songs, using specific tracks to explore genre evolution and stylistic themes.
#38
The Rise and Fall of ...
Explores the dramatic rise and fall of major music industry stories.
#39
TCBCast: An Unofficial Elvis Presley Fan Podcast
Explores Elvis Presley's life, music, influences, and lasting cultural impact through in-depth discussions with fans and experts.
#40The Metallica Podcast: Volume 1 — The Black Album
Metallica & Amazon
#41
I'd Buy That For A Dollar
A podcast exploring inexpensive, common, and underappreciated records ripe for rediscovery.
#42Groundwater: the blues beneath everything
Explores how the blues underpins American popular music and how record industry divisions shaped its history.
#43
داستان های احسانو / daastaan ehsaanoo
داستان و اپیزودهای احسان عبدی پور
#44
For the Record: The 70s
An audio documentary exploring 70s music and its connection to cultural and historical shifts of the era.
#45
The Cobain 50
Explores Kurt Cobain’s musical influences by examining albums from his personal top 50 list.
#46
club 30's with mjfangirl- a Michael Jackson Fan Podcast
Examines Michael Jackson's music and legacy through interviews, fan discussions, and behind-the-scenes stories from people close to him.
#47
Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)
Two hosts analyze pivotal punk, post-punk, and new wave albums from 1976 to 1986 in chronological order.
#48
Tape Spaghetti
Unravels bizarre and chaotic stories from music history, including feuds, scandals, and crimes behind famous songs and artists.
#49
One Sweet Dream: A Beatles Podcast
Diana Erickson
#50
Harold's Old Time Radio
Classic radio shows from the 1930s to 1950s, featuring dramas, comedies, and mysteries from the Golden Age of Radio.
#51
Love is the Message: Dance, Music and Counterculture
Explores the cultural, political, and musical impact of countercultural dance movements from the 1960s to the present.
#52
Greatest Pop Stars
A weekly exploration of the past, present, and future of pop stardom.
#53
Undermine
Osiris Media
#54
Juice WRLD death conspiracy theory
Examines conspiracy theories surrounding the death of rapper Juice WRLD and the speculation circulating about the circumstances.
#54Story Guys
Story Guys Productions
#54Rock N Roll Story Guys
Gamut Podcast Network
#55Keeping The Rave Alive!
A weekly hard dance and rave music podcast curated by UK DJ Kutski, featuring high-energy mixes and guest artists.
#55
Don’t Scratch The Vinyl
chadjones
#56
Growin' Up Rock
Explores hard rock and heavy metal music through artist interviews and personal stories about growing up with rock 'n' roll.
#57
There's a Place
Explores Beatles-related buildings, their architectural significance, and their cultural impact in 1960s Britain.
#57
Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast
Listeners choose Christmas songs that hosts examine through history, themes, and musical details.
#58
All You Need Is Pod
Two fans discuss the Beatles and related topics in detail.
#59
Udo. Ein Leben an der Grenze
A musician's journey from a timid boy to Germany's most iconic rockstar, breaking barriers in music, identity, and politics.
#60
The Rock & Roll History Show
Explores the real stories behind hit songs and shares music history trivia.
#61
The Mainly Eminem Podcast
A podcast exploring Eminem’s life, music, and career through analysis, news, and interviews.
#61
50 Years of Hip Hop Podcast Series
iHeartPodcasts
#62
Inak Ahang | اینک آهنگ
Inak Ahang explores the history and memories behind Persian songs from past decades to the present.
#63
Bluegrass BKLYN
A weekly look at Brooklyn’s bluegrass community, featuring musicians, venues, instruments, and regional events.
#63
The Album Anniversary Podcast!
Explores the stories behind albums released on this day in music history, with a focus on ska, punk, alternative rock, and Christian music.
#63
History of Jazz
Sami Çatak
#64
Country Hits 101
Country 93.5 FM
#65
Let It Roll
A chronological exploration of popular music history from the 19th century to the present.
#65
Classical For Everyone
Explores five centuries of classical music for listeners of all backgrounds without requiring prior knowledge.
#65
Disney – A Recorded History
Disney Music Group, Randy Thornton
#65
Life Story Of Michael Jackson
Asasha Dane
#65
My Year With Dolly
Bramble Jam Podcast Network
#66
Rock N Roll Archaeology
Examines rock music's history and its ties to cultural, political, and technological changes from the late 20th century onward.
#66
The Hidden Stories of Music Podcast
Explores the real-life stories, emotions, and cultural histories behind songs from around the world.
#66
Songs from the Dead: 10-Minute Histories of Legendary Songs
Reveals the dark, true stories behind legendary songs and reimagines them with new recordings.
#66
42 Dugg featuring lil Durk alone
Ilean Lamar
#67
ROCK AND/OR ROLL
A podcast exploring obscure records and forgotten stories from the fringes of rock music.
#67
Women of Substance Music Podcast
Bree Noble
#68
Ugly Things
Covers 1950s–70s garage, beat, punk, and psychedelic rock with interviews, artist profiles, and reviews of reissues and music-related media.
#68
Guess That Record
A musician interviews guests and challenges them to identify an album from his collection, sparking conversations about music.
#68
Nba_youngboy
Kentrell Gaulden
#68
The Grateful Dead 60 Years in San Francisco
Pantheon Media
#68
Music's Greatest Mysteries
AXS TV
#69
THE ALL THINGS METAL SHOW
A weekly mix of 1980s rock, hair metal, and thrash alongside new music from emerging local bands, hosted by vocalist Sean Nations.
#69
The Violin Chronicles Podcast
Explores the lives and secrets of legendary violin makers from Cremona, including Stradivari, Guarneri, and Amati.
#69
Allison Unchained
Explores the personal and cultural stories behind influential songs and the memories they evoke.
#69
FreestyleMixtapes.Com
A podcast featuring freestyle music DJ mixes.
#69
The Lost Art Of Conversation - A Pink Floyd Podcast
Pink Floyd
#69
Live at dublab Radio
dublab Radio
#70
Dig Me Out: 70s & 80s Metal
Three fans explore 1970s and 1980s heavy rock and metal albums, diving into the music, history, and legacy of iconic and overlooked bands.
#70
The Story Behind The Song
Explores the creative origins of iconic songs through conversations with the artists who made them.
#70
Year of the Iggy
BDWPS.com
#70
Die größten Hits und ihre Geschichte
Erzählt die Hintergeschichten bekannter Pop- und Rock-Hits.
#71House Music Chicago Testimony
Intimate oral histories of Chicago house music pioneers told by the artists and insiders who shaped the genre’s early days.
#71Lyrics Of Their Life - The Music Biography Podcast
A deep dive into the lives and legacies of iconic and rising musicians, exploring their personal stories and the songs they made famous.