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.
#2
Spooked
Ordinary people share their chilling, firsthand accounts of paranormal encounters.
#3
The Magnus Archives
A horror anthology following an archivist who investigates supernatural cases, uncovering a growing conspiracy tied to eldritch forces.
#4
The Jimmy Dore Show
A progressive political comedian delivers impassioned commentary on current events and systemic corruption.
#5
Snap Judgment
Real stories paired with music create cinematic, dramatic radio that challenges listeners to see the world from others' perspectives.
#6
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.
#7
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.
#8
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.
#9
LeVar Burton Reads
LeVar Burton narrates acclaimed short fiction by renowned authors with immersive sound design.
#10
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.
#11
RISK!
People share deeply personal, true stories they never thought they'd dare to tell in public.
#12
Scary Stories and Rain
Unsettling true stories narrated calmly over soothing rain sounds, designed for sleep or quiet nighttime listening.
#13
The Poetry Cafe
Live poetry readings, music, and artist interviews from global performers in an open mic and spoken word format.
#14
Nostalgic Mystery Radio
Stevie K.
#15
日谈公园
日谈公园
#16
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.
#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
Strange Tales (Old Time Radio)
Unsettling old-time radio dramas exploring the strange, bizarre, and unnatural.
#19
Old Time Radio Westerns
Classic Western radio dramas from the golden age of radio, digitally restored for enhanced audio clarity and immersive storytelling.
#20
The Horror! (Old Time Radio)
Classic horror and suspense stories from the CBS Radio Mystery Theater, including adaptations of Edgar Allan Poe.
#21
Sherlock Holmes Short Stories
Four noncanonical Sherlock Holmes short stories written by Arthur Conan Doyle, including rare and previously excluded works.
#22
Industry Seating
A weekly look at professional supercross and motocross racing with behind-the-scenes insights and updates.
#23
All Of It
A cultural exploration of the ideas, creators, and context shaping New York City’s diverse creative landscape.
#24
Relic Radio Sci-Fi (old time radio)
Relic Radio Sci-Fi presents vintage science fiction radio dramas from the 1960s, including episodes from the SF ’68 series.
#25The Upstaging Gentlemen (Chasing Theatrical Dreams)
Theater professionals discuss chasing dreams through conversations with guests, blending personal journeys and insights from the arts and business worlds.
#26
The Relic Radio Show (old time radio)
Classic old-time radio dramas from the 1940s and 1950s, featuring vintage broadcasts of adventure, mystery, and suspense.
#27
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。
#28
" The Power of Vocal Dynamics Business School "
Teaches professionals to use vocal tone, emotion, and dynamics to become more persuasive and impactful speakers.
#29
Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
Classic Hollywood stars perform in thrilling tales from the golden age of radio's "Suspense" series.
#30
Audrey Helps Actors Podcast
A working actor shares practical advice and industry insights for performers navigating auditions, agents, and unions.
#31
Marvel's Wolverine: The Long Night
Marvel & SiriusXM
#32
Case Closed! (old time radio)
Classic crime dramas from the golden age of radio, featuring detectives, mysteries, and noir storytelling.
#33
The Playbill Podcast: A Show on Broadway
Explores current Broadway shows through cast and crew interviews, offering insights for seasoned theatergoers and newcomers alike.
#34
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.
#35
Jokermen
A deep exploration of Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys' music, analyzing every song and album in detail.
#36
The Geek Buddies
Three entertainment industry professionals share insights and opinions on geek culture in film, animation, and beyond.
#37
BroadwayRadio
BroadwayRadio
#38
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.
#39
Hot Ones: The Classic Interviews
Extended, spicy celebrity interviews from the archives of the Hot Ones YouTube series.
#40
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.
#41
Old Time Radio Theater
MysteryShows.com
#42
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.
#43
Relic Radio Thrillers (Old Time Radio)
Classic crime, mystery, and espionage radio dramas from the golden age of audio thrillers.
#45
The Stories of Mahabharata
A narrative retelling of the Indian epic Mahabharata, detailing its myths, battles, and philosophical teachings.
#46
The Broadway Show: Uncut
Extended interviews with top stage and screen stars, offering behind-the-scenes access to Broadway’s biggest shows and personalities.
#47
Broadway Breakdown
A theatre geek and guests analyze Broadway legends and musicals with candid commentary and deep dives into showbiz history.
#48
The Apocalypse Players
The Apocalypse Players
#49
Dark Dice
A horror actual play podcast where travelers face dragons and monsters in a dark fantasy world, forever changed by their journey.
#50
Geist
Real people share firsthand accounts of paranormal and unexplainable encounters in this exploration of the supernatural.
#51
MickeyJoTheatre
Reviews and analysis of theatre productions from major stages worldwide, including interviews and industry features.
#52
Big Theatre Kid Energy
Theatre reviews and interviews with actors and creatives focused on Los Angeles stage productions and the broader performing arts scene.
#53
Old Time Radio Nero Wolfe
Adam Graham
#54
The Strange Case of Starship Iris
Crew of a spaceship navigate survival, secrets, and identity in the aftermath of Earth's war with aliens.
#55
A Musical Theatre Podcast
Explores the cultural and emotional impact of musicals through guest conversations about their creators, context, and storytelling.
#56
Live Wire with Luke Burbank
A live radio show blending comedy, music, and cultural commentary with artists, writers, and performers.
#57
The Hyacinth Disaster
David Carlson
#58
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.
#58
How To Teach A Cartwheel
Podgo
#58
I Don't Want To Talk About Fight Club Anymore
Headgum
#59
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.
#60
K Let's Talk
Analyzes storytelling in books, TV, and film with a focus on book-to-screen adaptations and narrative craft.
#61
City Ballet The Podcast
A behind-the-scenes look at New York City Ballet through discussions on choreography, music, and dance history with company insiders.
#62
CONNOR RATLIFF presents THE ACTING CLASS: THE PODCAST
A struggling actor hosts a loose, self-aware podcast about acting and his chaotic live performance series.
#64Stage Door Jonny
Conversations with renowned theatre artists about their experiences and passions in the world of live performance.
#64
Michael Jackson’s Life
Sawyer Grubb
#65
Conversations on Dance
Dancers and choreographers discuss the art, craft, and stories behind contemporary dance in candid interviews.
#65
LOVE SOMEONE with Delilah
Conversations with guests who share inspiring stories about love, connection, and compassion across relationships, community, and faith.
#65
DRAMA. with Connor & Dylan MacDowell
Two brothers discuss theater, pop culture, and life in New York City with weekly guests in candid, lively conversations.
#65
All About The Archers
A weekly recap and discussion of BBC Radio 4’s The Archers, analyzing storylines, characters, and village life in Ambridge.
#65
Flags In A Gym: A Colorguard Podcast
flagsinagympod
#66
The Play Podcast
A deep dive into classic and contemporary plays, exploring their plots, themes, characters, and historical significance with expert guests.
#67
The CVH Podcast
A raw, unfiltered look at the life of an international opera singer balancing fame and self-doubt.
#67
Heart of a Wildflower: Peaceful Poetry Reflections
Original poetry and nature-inspired reflections to help you slow down, embrace life’s messiness, and find peace in everyday moments.
#67
Richard Diamond Presented by the Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
A former NYPD detective turned private eye solves crimes in 1950s Los Angeles, mixing noir storytelling with musical moments.
#67
Ranger Bill (OTRR)
Ranger Bill shares adventures from the Old Time Radio Researchers archive.
#67
Emma by Jane Austen - A Dramatic Reading
Jane Austen
#68
Notes on Stage
Long-form interviews with leading dance artists.
#68
Experience is Everything
Saga Group
#68Broadway Vocal Coach
Broadway Vocal Coach
#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
Behind the Magic: The Official Disney on Broadway Podcast
Explores the making of Disney's Broadway musicals through behind-the-scenes stories from the creators and performers.
#69
Letting Them Talk with Will Harris
Interviews with figures from pop culture including actors, writers, musicians, and political pundits.
#69
Mabel
Becca De La Rosa & Mabel Martin
#69
Wyrd Folk
Nikki Moody
#71
The Magic Podcast
Two magicians offer unfiltered commentary on the magic industry, discussing its latest developments and inner workings each week.
#71
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.
#71
卧冰求李
Emperor
#72
Loving You: The Untold Sondheim
Martin Milnes & Peter E Jones
#72
An Actor Despairs
Conversations with actors, directors, and artists about navigating and succeeding in the film and television industry.
#73
The Six Shooter | OTRWesterns.com
A Western radio drama starring James Stewart in folksy tales of adventure and justice.
#73
Ambridge on the Couch - this week on The Archers
Lucy V Freeman
#73
Ambridge on the Couch - this week on The Archers
A psychological and cultural analysis of the characters and themes in the long-running radio drama The Archers.
#73
Habibi House Podcast
Habibi House Podcast LLC
#74
Opera For Everyone
Explores opera through discussion and music to make it accessible and understandable for all listeners.
#74
From The Pole To The Podcast
Podgo
#74
The Adult Ballet Studio
Elizabeth Blosfield
#75
Entre Acts with Linedy Genao
Candid conversations with artists and creatives navigating life transitions, from career changes to personal reinvention.
#75
Closing Night
A deep dive into Broadway musicals that closed before opening, exploring their histories and the reasons behind their short-lived runs.
#75
Tales of the Texas Rangers | OTRWesterns.com
A Western adventure series dramatizing real Texas Ranger cases with scientific detection and horseback pursuit.
#75
MarsCorp
A station supervisor navigates absurd workplace antics at a terraforming colony on Mars in 2070.