Top 100 Social Sciences Podcasts
The top social sciences podcasts right now — each with a free daily AI recap.
Something You Should Know
Explores practical wisdom and expert insights to help listeners improve their lives, careers, and relationships.
#2
Hidden Brain
Explores human behavior and the unconscious patterns that shape our decisions, relationships, and society through science and storytelling.
#3
Boring History for Sleep
A podcast that recounts obscure, uneventful historical events in a calm, soothing voice to help listeners fall asleep.
#4
Get Obsessed : With Living Your Best Life
Examines unconventional life paths and controversial belief systems through candid conversations with those living them.
#4Femcasters
Explores transformative life stories and taboo topics with guests who challenge norms and redefine success.
#5
That UFO Podcast
Covers global UFO, UAP, and related phenomena through news updates and interviews with experts and witnesses.
#6Therapist Uncensored Podcast
Explores mental health and secure relationships through science-backed insights, clinical expertise, and neuroscience.
#7
The Science of Happiness
Explores scientific research on compassion, gratitude, mindfulness, and awe to foster greater happiness and meaning in daily life.
#8
People Who Read People: A Behavior and Psychology Podcast
Explores human behavior through interviews with experts in psychology, law, sports, and poker.
#9
Somewhere in the Skies
A weekly exploration of UFO phenomena and unexplained aerial encounters hosted by an author and investigator.
#10
You Are Not So Smart
A psychology podcast exploring human reasoning, cognitive biases, and the science behind self-delusion.
#11
Mysterious Universe
Explores fringe science, UFOs, cryptozoology, and alternative history with a mix of curiosity and humor.
#12
Skeptoid
Examines urban legends, paranormal claims, and science myths with critical analysis and evidence-based research.
#13
The Psychology Podcast
Explores human potential and possibility through conversations with scientists, thinkers, and self-actualized individuals.
#14
GraveYard Tales
Explores haunted places, ghost stories, and paranormal oddities with a comedic twist.
#15
Choiceology with Katy Milkman
A behavioral scientist examines high-stakes decisions and reveals research-backed insights to improve judgment and decision-making.
#15
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.
#16
Beyond the Human
Anthropologists explore global beliefs in ghosts, aliens, and the supernatural to understand what they reveal about human nature and the unknown.
#16
Psychology of the Strange
Analyzes dark folklore and supernatural tales through psychological concepts to understand their impact on the human mind.
#16
Behavior Bitches
A behavior analyst uses applied behavior analysis to explain everyday actions and relationship patterns in simple terms.
#17Mysterious Radio: Paranormal, UFO & Lore Interviews
Investigates paranormal events, conspiracies, and unexplained phenomena through interviews with authors, researchers, and journalists.
#19
Stanford Psychology Podcast
Students interview psychologists about recent research and its real-world applications in mental health, behavior, and cognition.
#21
Cosmosis [Formerly The UFO Rabbit Hole]
Explores UFOs, consciousness, and hidden realities through interviews with experiencers, researchers, and visionaries.
#23
Navigating Neuropsychology
Explores brain-behavior relationships through scientific findings, expert interviews, and debates in neuropsychology.
#24
New Books in Critical Theory
Scholars discuss their recently published research in critical theory with fellow experts.
#25
Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg
Discusses practical ideas from psychology, philosophy, and science to improve thinking, decision-making, and self-understanding.
#26
The Behavioral Observations Podcast with Matt Cicoria
Discussions with experts in Behavior Analysis exploring topics like autism, verbal behavior, and functional communication training.
#27
The Couples Therapist Couch
Explores couples therapy through expert interviews, focusing on relationship dynamics and techniques to foster love, healing, and growth.
#28
The Pie: An Economics Podcast
Discussions with University of Chicago economists on how economic forces shape major issues like pandemics, jobs, and energy policy.
#29
NASW Social Work Talks
Discussions on key issues and expert insights relevant to social work professionals.
#30
The Social Work Podcast
Discusses social work topics including direct practice, policy, research, and education through expert interviews and analysis.
#31
UCLA Housing Voice
Discusses housing research and its implications for affordability and accessibility with experts from UCLA.
#32
ABA Inside Track
Behavior analysts discuss research and topics in applied behavior analysis to help listeners stay informed.
#33
Pursuit of the Paranormal
Ash and Greg investigate ghost sightings, UFOs, cryptids, and government-covered mysteries with credible research and expert interviews.
#34Promise Hill--A Christian Soul-Care Podcast
A Christian audio drama combining biblical teaching and emotional healing to support spiritual growth and personal renewal.
#35
Digging a Hole: The Legal Theory Podcast
Legal scholars analyze debates and theories shaping law school discourse.
#36
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دغدغه ایران پادکستی درباره اندیشه توسعه و مسائل مرتبط با ایران است که شامل گفتوگوها با اندیشمندان و تحلیل کتابها میشود.
#37
The Thoughtful Counselor
Explores the art and science of counseling and psychotherapy through conversations on current topics in the field.
#38
The TBRI Podcast
Discusses trauma-informed care and Trust-Based Relational Intervention through expert conversations.
#39
The Answer Is Transaction Costs
Transaction costs explain economic and social behavior through weekly short episodes and monthly long-form interviews.
#40
Sex Life Science
A psychology and relationships podcast exploring sex, mental health, and human behavior through expert conversations.
#41
Two Psychologists Four Beers
Two psychologists discuss science, academia, and current controversies over four beers.
#42
Jung Chicago Radio
Discusses Jungian psychology through seminars, film analysis, fairy tales, and interviews.
#42
Psychoanalysis & You
Explores how psychoanalysis informs understanding of daily life, culture, and political issues.
#43
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#44
Blurry Photos
Explores lesser-known mysteries, conspiracies, and folklore through research and rational storytelling.
#45
New Books in Science, Technology, and Society
Scholars discuss their recently published research in science, technology, and society with fellow experts.
#46
Two Guys on Your Head
Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss how the brain functions.
#47
EPPP Study Podcast-
A podcast focused on preparing for the EPPP licensing exam.
#48
Because Language - a podcast about linguistics, the science of language.
A podcast exploring linguistics, the scientific study of language.
#49
Templeton Ideas Podcast
Explores profound ideas in science, philosophy, and psychology through conversations with leading thinkers.
#50
The Social Work Stories Podcast
A podcast that examines social work practice through storytelling and critical reflection.
#51
Apocalyptic Optimist Podcast
Conversations with activists and experts on threats to democracy and climate, and how to address them.
#52
To the Righthouse
Global Campus of Human Rights
#53
Scott Carney Investigates
Scott Carney investigates true crime, cults, biohacking, and global health and environmental crises.
#54
ABA Beyond the Data
Explores applied behavior analysis through both professional and personal lenses, offering practical strategies and insights for clinicians.
#55
Dead Rabbit Radio The Daily Paranormal Podcast
Daily exploration of obscure and bizarre paranormal stories.
#55
一口經濟學 bitesize economics
A Taiwanese economist breaks down complex economic concepts and current events into simple, digestible explanations.
#56The Medical Mind
Explores psychiatric medicine and mental health care trends through expert discussions on the mind, brain, and body.
#57
The Marginal Revolution Podcast
Economists Alex Tabarrok and Tyler Cowen explore intriguing economic ideas with academic depth and curiosity.
#58
Dark Side Of Psychology
Dr. Elio Martino
#59The Bulletproof Musician
A performance psychologist explores science-backed techniques to overcome stage anxiety and practice more effectively for musicians.
#60
The Perception & Action Podcast
Examines how psychological research improves performance and skill learning in sports and high-pressure fields.
#61
Converging Dialogues
Philosophical and psychological discussions exploring diverse ideas through respectful, open-minded dialogue.
#61
The Divorce Doctor
Elizabeth Cohen, Ph.D.
#62
Talks On Psychoanalysis
Discusses psychoanalytic research and debates from IPA society journals and global congresses.
#63
The Kingless Generation
Explores the deep history of class struggle, paleo-parapolitics, and the symbolic forces behind capitalism.
#63
Beautiful Humans: The Social ChangeCast
Beautiful Humans
#63
Reverse Psychology
Reverse PsychCast
#63
Psychology in 10 Minutes
David B. Feldman - psychology | social science | politics | mental health
#64Shot At Love
A motivational dating show that teaches listeners how to succeed in online dating while building confidence to pursue love.
#64
From the Spectrum: Finding Superpowers with Autism
Explores autism as a biological adaptation, using neuroscience and light-energy theories to explain its role in human evolution.
#65
The Human Progress Podcast
Hosted by Marian L. Tupy and Chelsea Follett, this podcast explores themes of human progress and development.
#65
Walk With Me
A therapist explores internal patterns and beliefs to help people understand the self behind their life experiences.
#65
The Death Studies Podcast
Explores academic and cultural perspectives on death and dying through diverse scholarly voices.
#66
New Books in Sociology
Scholars discuss their recently published research in sociology with fellow experts.
#66Philosophy
Recorded lectures from the Faculty of Philosophy.
#67
Choosing Better
Discusses unconventional ideas, economics, and approaches to living well.
#67
吉米羅羅
用数据和科学方法解析房价、政策与居住正义的底层逻辑。
#68
Rad N Bad Podcast
Two BCBAs challenge outdated practices in applied behavior analysis with candid, critical discussions aimed at improving the field.
#68
PIIE Insider LIVE
Live discussions with economists at the Peterson Institute exploring global economic issues and their impact on families and businesses.
#68
Hidden Brain
Explores the unconscious patterns behind human behavior through science and storytelling.
#69
Behavioral Grooves Podcast
Explores human behavior through science and stories to improve personal and organizational life.
#69
Know What You See with Brian Lowery
Brian S. Lowery
#69
Self Careapist Therapist Podcast
Lorain Moorehead
#70
The Skeptic Zone
A weekly podcast covering science, skepticism, and critical thinking through news, interviews, and commentary.
#71
Queens of Social Work
Afro-Caribbean American social workers share field experiences on cultural issues, careers, and emotional challenges in social work.
#71
Seen Out Loud
Institute for Family
#71
That Implementation Science Podcast
Mike Pullmann
#71
Creative Adventures
Rosa Lewis
#71
A Theory of Socialism and Capitalism
Examines socialism and capitalism as the two fundamental economic systems, defining capitalism by private property and free exchange.
#71
The Dissociative Table
Experts in complex trauma discuss innovative treatments and the role of narrative in healing beyond symptom relief.
#72
New Books in Law
Scholars discuss their latest research in law with fellow experts in each episode.
#72The Medical Mind
Explores advancements in psychiatric medicine and mental health care through expert discussions on the mind-brain-body connection.
#72
The Human Behavior Podcast
Experts analyze human behavior patterns to improve critical thinking and predict social outcomes across cultures.
#72
Brookings Podcast on Economic Activity
Discusses recent economic policy research with leading economists to connect theory with real-world policy applications.
#73
Play Therapy Community
A licensed therapist discusses child development, behavioral challenges, and parenting strategies through a play therapy lens.
#73
Quantitude
Two statisticians discuss quantitative methods and data analysis with humor and low-fi charm, blending expertise with irreverent wit.
#73
Introduction To Marx/Marxsim
John Molyneux
#73
Business Games
Business Games Ltd