Social Sciences Podcasts
Ranked by chart position, with free AI-powered daily summaries on every show.
Showing 1–100 of 356 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.
Pop Syllabus
Christiana Mbakwe Medina and guests examine current cultural shifts, from body image to tech influence, to understand societal changes.
That UFO Podcast
Covers global UFO, UAP, and related phenomena through news updates and interviews with experts and witnesses.
The Psychology of your 20s
Examines the psychology behind common experiences in your twenties, including relationships, mental health, and career development.
Somewhere in the Skies
A weekly exploration of UFO phenomena and unexplained aerial encounters hosted by an author and investigator.
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
Experts and personal stories guide listeners through life changes, covering personal development, relationships, and overcoming fear.
TED Radio Hour
A show that explores profound global questions through curated TED Talks and in-depth conversations with leading thinkers.
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.
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.
Science of Reading: The Podcast
Discusses research and practical applications in early reading through expert conversations on science of reading topics.
Stanford Psychology Podcast
Students interview psychologists about recent research and its real-world applications in mental health, behavior, and cognition.
The Argument
Two journalists debate current political and policy issues with research-driven arguments and civil discussion.
The Deduction
Experts explain tax policy, trade, and economic impacts in plain terms.
Think Like An Economist
Economics applied to global events and daily life, explained clearly and engagingly.
Behavior Bitches
A behavior analyst uses applied behavior analysis to explain everyday actions and relationship patterns in simple terms.
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.
Psychology of the Strange
Analyzes dark folklore and supernatural tales through psychological concepts to understand their impact on the human mind.
Scott Carney Investigates
Scott Carney investigates true crime, cults, biohacking, and global health and environmental crises.
Evolutionary Psychology (the podcast)
Evolutionary psychology research explained by experts, covering human behavior and cognition through an evolutionary lens.
Converging Dialogues
Philosophical and psychological discussions exploring diverse ideas through respectful, open-minded dialogue.
David A. Hughes
Interviews, presentations, and audio material from the archive of David A. Hughes.
Dead Rabbit Radio The Daily Paranormal Podcast
Daily exploration of obscure and bizarre paranormal stories.
ReddX Reddit Reads
Stories from Reddit that explore awkward, bizarre, and humorous moments in nerd and geek communities.
Paranormal Almanac
Explores weekly paranormal news and shares chilling supernatural stories with a mix of humor and intrigue.
The Behavioral Observations Podcast with Matt Cicoria
Discussions with experts in Behavior Analysis exploring topics like autism, verbal behavior, and functional communication training.
Teamcast
Experts analyze performance and decision-making in high-stakes teams across elite fields like medicine, military, and sports.
The Frieda Vizel Podcast
Conversations exploring Hasidism, Judaism, New York City, and cultural topics through interviews and personal insights.
Sex Life Science
A psychology and relationships podcast exploring sex, mental health, and human behavior through expert conversations.
Beastly History
True stories from natural history, exploring wild encounters, survival, expeditions, and myths with expert guests.
The Brohio Podcast
Two friends explore paranormal phenomena, conspiracies, and urban legends with irreverent humor and a taste for the macabre.
This Anthro Life
A podcast about culture, technology, and design through anthropological perspectives and interviews with experts.
Underground History
Explores the connections between culture, history, and place, focusing on Southern Oregon and surrounding regions.
PIIE Insider LIVE
Live discussions with economists at the Peterson Institute exploring global economic issues and their impact on families and businesses.
Abundant Practice Podcast
A therapist shares practical steps to transition from agency work to a more profitable and flexible private practice.
Two Rabbits One Hole
A podcast exploring fascinating historical events, mysteries, and unexplained phenomena.
Ideas of India
Shruti Rajagopalan interviews experts on ideas shaping India's social, economic, and political future.
Climate Unf*cked
Conversations with leaders and changemakers working on solutions to the climate crisis.
Dr. thOTs
A podcast blending professional insights with sassy commentary.
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.
The Deeper Thinking Podcast
The Deeper Thinking Podcast
The Eye of Jupiter Podcast
Explores fringe topics like UFOs, cryptids, and conspiracies through firsthand accounts and thoughtful discussions on the unknown.
From the Spectrum: Finding Superpowers with Autism
Ryan Sumner
The Skeptic Zone
A weekly podcast covering science, skepticism, and critical thinking through news, interviews, and commentary.
Rad N Bad Podcast
Two BCBAs challenge outdated practices in applied behavior analysis with candid, critical discussions aimed at improving the field.
For Sociology
Conversations with leading sociologists about their research and the pressing social issues of our time.
NASW Social Work Talks
Discussions on key issues and expert insights relevant to social work professionals.
Aporia Podcast
Explores ideas in genetics, psychology, sociology, and economics through interviews with researchers and scholars.
New Books in Critical Theory
Scholars discuss their recently published research in critical theory with fellow experts.
Because Language - a podcast about linguistics, the science of language.
A podcast exploring linguistics, the scientific study of language.
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.
New Books in Anthropology
Scholars discuss their recently published research in anthropology with fellow experts.
The Couples Therapist Couch
Explores couples therapy through expert interviews, focusing on relationship dynamics and techniques to foster love, healing, and growth.
Broomedocs POdcast
A podcast covering remote medicine, emergency medicine, and evidence-based care.
New Books in Public Policy
Scholars discuss their recently published research in public policy with an expert in the field.
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 Gender
Scholars discuss their latest research in gender studies with fellow experts.
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.
ABA on Call
Discussions with ABA experts on trends and ideas in applied behavior analysis and healthcare technology.
New Books in Sex, Sexuality, and Sex Work
Scholars discuss their latest research on sex, sexuality, and sex work with fellow experts.
New Books in Political Science
Scholars discuss their recently published research in political science with fellow experts.
The Perception & Action Podcast
Examines how psychological research improves performance and skill learning in sports and high-pressure fields.
Heal NPD
A clinical psychologist explores pathological narcissism with empathy, offering insight for those affected by it and their families.
PsyberSpace: Understand Your World
Explores how psychology, technology, and culture intersect to shape behavior, society, and the future.
New Books in Education
Scholars discuss their recently published research in education with fellow experts.
Human Centered
Researchers from Stanford's CASBS discuss human behavior, societal challenges, and interdisciplinary scholarship.
The Medical Mind
Explores advancements in psychiatric medicine and mental health care through expert discussions on the mind-brain-body connection.
Razib Khan's Unsupervised Learning
Discussions on genetics, history, and politics with a wide range of thinkers.
The Hidden Addiction Podcast
Explores problem gambling through personal stories, resources, and advocacy to raise awareness and support affected individuals.
Navigating Neuropsychology
Explores brain-behavior relationships through scientific findings, expert interviews, and debates in neuropsychology.
New Books in Science, Technology, and Society
Scholars discuss their recently published research in science, technology, and society with fellow experts.
How We Connected
Stories of grassroots communities and unconventional groups fostering human connection in everyday life.
New Books in Sociology
Scholars discuss their recently published research in sociology with fellow experts.
Apocalyptic Optimist Podcast
Conversations with activists and experts on threats to democracy and climate, and how to address them.
Conspirituality
A journalist, cult researcher, and skeptic analyze how conspiracy theories infiltrate wellness and spiritual communities.
Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement
Explores the science behind lasting self-improvement through psychology, neuroscience, and timeless wisdom traditions.
Pursuit of the Paranormal
Ash and Greg investigate ghost sightings, UFOs, cryptids, and government-covered mysteries with credible research and expert interviews.
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.
Cosmosis [Formerly The UFO Rabbit Hole]
Explores UFOs, consciousness, and hidden realities through interviews with experiencers, researchers, and visionaries.
پادکست آذرخش مکری - azarakhsh mokri
Lectures and talks by Dr. Azarakhsh Mokri, focusing on psychology and social issues.
Selling the Couch
Therapists and business experts discuss building private practices and creating income beyond therapy sessions.
Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg
Discusses practical ideas from psychology, philosophy, and science to improve thinking, decision-making, and self-understanding.