Top 100 Natural Sciences Podcasts

Radiolab

Explores complex questions through investigative journalism, blending science, history, and human stories with innovative sound design.

Sasquatch Chronicles

Explores Bigfoot sightings, encounters, and research through interviews with witnesses, investigators, and experts.

DarkHorse Podcast

Biologists Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying apply evolutionary theory to analyze culture, science, and societal challenges.

BirdNote Daily

Short audio stories about birds and nature that highlight animal behavior, sounds, and conservation.

Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe

Two scientists explore diverse topics across the universe, from particles to ecosystems, with accessible and engaging explanations.

Outside/In

Explores connections between people and the natural world through stories on science, policy, and culture.

The Field Guides

A monthly podcast exploring North American wildlife science through on-the-trail storytelling.

The Michael Shermer Show

Long-form conversations with scientists, philosophers, and thinkers on critical issues of our time.

Paranormal Mysteries

Explores hauntings, supernatural creatures, extraterrestrials, folklore, and unexplained phenomena.

In Defense of Plants Podcast

Explores the fascinating world of plants, from tiny duckweeds to towering redwoods, celebrating the science and wonder of botany.

The Common Descent Podcast

Paleontologists discuss fossils, evolution, and Earth's history in a biweekly, listener-driven conversation with news and Q&A segments.

Real Ghost Stories Online

Real people share chilling firsthand accounts of ghosts, hauntings, possessions, and other supernatural encounters.

HOLOSKY PODCAST

Steve and Kyle explore paranormal topics including aliens, ghosts, and missing persons cases.

BrainStuff

Explores and explains the science behind everyday phenomena, from popcorn to particle physics.

Crime Pays But Botany Doesn't

Explores plant evolution, ecology, and habitat through the lens of natural selection, with humor and occasional profanity.

UFO Chronicles Podcast

Everyday people share firsthand accounts of UFO sightings, alien abductions, ghosts, Bigfoot, and near-death experiences.

The Grave Talks | Haunted, Paranormal & Supernatural

Explores real-life paranormal encounters through firsthand accounts of ghosts, demonic possessions, and supernatural phenomena.

Paranormal Portal

Explores unexplained phenomena, paranormal theories, and personal accounts of supernatural experiences in an open, conversational format.

The Science of Everything Podcast

Explores diverse topics in natural and social sciences through the lens of the scientific method.

Into the Impossible With Brian Keating

Brian Keating discusses deep scientific and philosophical topics with experts in physics, technology, and related fields.

6 Ranch Podcast

Voices from rural America share firsthand experiences in agriculture, conservation, outdoor skills, and hard work.

I Know Dino: The Big Dinosaur Podcast

Explores the latest dinosaur discoveries, interviews paleontologists, and dives into fun dinosaur facts and trivia each week.

Ask a Spaceman!

An astrophysicist answers listener questions about space, time, and the universe.

Ask a Spaceman!

An astrophysicist answers questions about space, time, and the universe in accessible, engaging explanations.

Orbital Path

PRX

Cráneo: Ciencia para niños curiosos

Niños de 3 a 10 años hacen preguntas científicas que responden expertos de universidades, museos y zoológicos.

Grazing Grass Podcast sharing Regenerative Ag Stories

Explores regenerative farming through grass-based livestock management, soil health, and profitable pasture practices.

Terrible Lizards

A podcast about dinosaurs hosted by Dr. David Hone and Iszi Lawrence.

Wild Turkey Science

A science-focused podcast covering research and management of wild turkey populations.

632nm

Features in-depth technical interviews with leading scientists.

Alien Encounters

Science Channel

Juan on Juan

Explores life, current events, the occult, conspiracy theories, and cosmic mysteries in weekly episodes.

Hillbilly Horror Stories Paranormal Podcast

Explores paranormal events, horror film histories, occult influences in rock music, and unsolved mysteries with a blend of humor and seriousness.

MonsterTalk

A science-focused podcast that investigates the evidence and biology behind mythical creatures like Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster.

Main Engine Cut Off

Spaceflight, exploration, policy, and strategy are analyzed and discussed with opinion by Anthony Colangelo.

Strange Animals Podcast

A podcast exploring living, extinct, and imaginary animals.

ExtinctZoo

A podcast exploring dinosaurs, paleontology, and extinct animals through relaxed, informative discussions.

Ask Us Anything by Popular Science

Popular Science editors answer curious and bizarre science questions from everyday phenomena to wild hypotheticals.

How Wild

Explores the evolving idea of wilderness through voices of rangers, scientists, hikers, and Tribal leaders across American trails.

Talk Nerdy with Cara Santa Maria

Conversations with experts and thinkers about science, skepticism, and critical thinking.

Robinson's Podcast

Conversations with a Stanford researcher exploring ideas across philosophy, science, art, and physical culture.

Night Science

Scientists discuss the creative process behind scientific discovery with a guest in each episode.

Origin Stories

Traces human evolution through narrative-driven episodes that combine science and storytelling.

Farm Small Farm Smart

Conversations with vegetable farmers and market gardeners about profitable, sustainable growing practices and on-farm operations.

Haunted America

Explores reportedly haunted locations across all fifty states, examining their histories and paranormal claims.

Açık Bilim Podcast

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The Acres U.S.A. Podcast

Explores organic and regenerative farming practices through interviews and insights aimed at building a sustainable, profitable food system.

Sincerely Supernatural Podcast

Explores ghost sightings, UFO encounters, cryptids, and paranormal phenomena through a biblical lens.

In Research Of

A podcast revisiting the 1970s series "In Search Of..." with modern analysis and overlooked perspectives on its mysterious topics.

Permaculture P.I.M.P.cast

Discusses permaculture practices and sustainable living through casual conversations between two hosts.

Weather Geeks

A weekly exploration of weather phenomena and the science behind storms, forecasts, and global climate patterns.

The Immunology Podcast

Conversations with immunologists from around the world.

Manifold

Two PhDs host deep conversations with experts across science, tech, and philosophy.

Manifold

Conversations with experts in science, technology, and academia exploring ideas in physics, computation, and innovation.

The Humble Hoof

Discusses horse hoof health and soundness through topic-focused episodes and interviews with equine professionals.

Eons: Surviving Deep Time

Explores how long a human could survive if transported to different periods of Earth's distant past.

Morel Dilemma

Thirst Gap: Learning to Live with Less on the Colorado River

KUNC

Cryptid Creatures

Explores cryptid legends including Bigfoot, Dogman, the Jersey Devil, Loch Ness, and alien encounters.

Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast

Experts discuss science-based organic cannabis cultivation techniques and advancements in growing technology.

The Numberphile Podcast

Conversations with mathematicians and number enthusiasts exploring the wonders of mathematics.

Paleo Nerds

Two hosts explore paleontology through interviews with scientists and enthusiasts worldwide.

Arthro-Pod

Jonathan Larson

Untold Radio Network

Explores unexplained phenomena including cryptids, UFOs, ghosts, and ancient mysteries through eyewitness accounts and scientific inquiry.

Inside NATURE on PBS

PBS Nature

Ken Cook Is Having Another Episode

Discussions on environmental issues and solutions to help people connect with their role in protecting clean air, water, and food.

Curiosity Unbounded

Conversations between MIT’s president and researchers reveal breakthroughs and motivations behind solving global challenges.

Infectious Disease Puscast

A review of recent infectious diseases literature.

Walkabout the Galaxy

A tour of the latest and most interesting discoveries in astronomy.

Daniel and Jorge Explain the Universe

Physicists and cartoonists break down mind-bending cosmic questions with humor and clarity.

Brain Inspired

Experts discuss the intersection of neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and related fields to explore the nature of intelligence.

Farm Small Farm Smart Daily

Daily discussions on growing vegetables profitably and efficiently on small farms and in gardens, covering cultivation, marketing, and farm operations.

Mushroom Revival Podcast

Explores the role of fungi in health, science, technology, and culture.

Off-Nominal

Two friends discuss space topics over beer in a casual monthly podcast.

AnthroBiology Podcast

Explores biological anthropology, from human evolution to primate behavior and what bones reveal about our past.

Verbal Echo

People share firsthand stories of cryptids, alien encounters, and paranormal experiences through personal narratives and interviews.

NASA ScienceCasts

NASA Science

Patient Zero

An investigative deep dive into the history and unresolved mysteries of Lyme disease and how it spreads.

SunCast

Interviews with renewable energy experts covering solar, wind, batteries, electric vehicles, and emerging technologies.

The Vet Tech Cafe's Podcast

Discusses challenges in veterinary technology with leaders in the field.

Natural Resources University

A podcast network offering science-based expert knowledge on natural resource management.

Science unscripted

Real-world science stories that inform and entertain, shaped by listener curiosity.

New Books in Mathematics

Scholars discuss recently published research in mathematics with fellow experts.

What The Duck?!

Explores the mysteries of nature in a way that sparks curiosity and surprise.

Sweet Talk: All Things Maple

A podcast exploring the science, business, and culture of maple syrup production through expert interviews and industry updates.

NOVA Now

GBH

Motivational Interviewing & Beyond

Discussions exploring motivational interviewing through open-ended conversations with guests and audience participation.

Whale Tales Podcast

A monthly podcast featuring stories, news, and fun facts about whales, dolphins, and porpoises.

Talkin' Cotton Podcast

Covers science-based cotton production and pest management with expert insights for growers and industry professionals.

K9 Conservationists

Trains dogs to detect wildlife and environmental data for conservation and ecological research.

Brain Matters

Brain Matters Neuroscience

Climate Connections

Daily 90-second episodes explore climate change impacts and solutions, from extreme weather to clean energy and public health.

Research Insights, a Society of Actuaries Podcast

Discusses actuarial research findings and insights from the Society of Actuaries.

C4E Presents

Stony Brook University

Nanoscape: Exploring the Frontiers Ahead

International Institute for Nanotechnology at Northwestern University

Animals

ADHD + ASD Sounds

Natural and artificial soundscapes designed to help people with ADHD and autism focus, study, regulate emotions, and sleep.

Inquiries of our Reality with Shayn Jones

Explores unexplained phenomena and existential questions through conversations examining the nature of reality.

The Building Sciology Poddie

Jess Kismet

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