Top 100 Natural Sciences Podcasts

Radiolab

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

Huge If True Podcast

Explores emerging scientific and technological innovations with optimism, examining how breakthroughs could shape a better future.

DarkHorse Podcast

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

Sasquatch Chronicles

People share firsthand experiences of Bigfoot sightings, strange sounds, and unexplained encounters in remote wilderness areas.

Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe

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

Going Wild with Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant

Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant explores the lives of diverse conservationists working to protect endangered species and their habitats.

Outside/In

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

Paranormal Mysteries

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

BirdNote Daily

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

The Science of Everything Podcast

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

In Defense of Plants Podcast

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

HOLOSKY PODCAST

Explores paranormal phenomena including aliens, ghosts, and missing persons cases.

Timber University

A science-based podcast covering the latest research in timber management.

Robinson's Podcast

Conversations with a Stanford researcher exploring ideas across philosophy, science, art, and fitness with diverse thinkers.

Curiosity Unbounded

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

BrainStuff

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

632nm

Features in-depth technical interviews with leading scientists.

Origin Stories

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

Into the Impossible With Brian Keating

Brian Keating explores profound scientific and philosophical questions with leading thinkers in physics, technology, and beyond.

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.

Real Ghost Stories Online

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

The Common Descent Podcast

Paleontologists discuss fossils, evolution, and Earth's history in a conversational format with news and listener-submitted questions.

The Grave Talks | Haunted, Paranormal & Supernatural

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

UFO Chronicles Podcast

People share firsthand accounts of UFOs, alien abductions, ghosts, Bigfoot, and other unexplained phenomena in uninterrupted monologues.

Permaculture P.I.M.P.cast

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

The Michael Shermer Show

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

Terrible Lizards

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

6 Ranch Podcast

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

Paranormal Portal

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

The Numberphile Podcast

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

Açık Bilim Podcast

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Patient Zero

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

Crime Pays But Botany Doesn't

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

Main Engine Cut Off

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

Haunted America

Explores haunted locations, ghost stories, and unexplained paranormal phenomena across the United States.

Inside NATURE on PBS

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I Know Dino: The Big Dinosaur Podcast

A weekly podcast covering dinosaur discoveries, paleontology research, expert interviews, and dinosaur-of-the-day segments.

Ask Us Anything by Popular Science

Answers to curious, bizarre, and everyday science questions from Popular Science editors.

How Wild

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

Weather Geeks

A weekly exploration of weather phenomena and the science behind global weather events, from the team at The Weather Channel.

Night Science

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

Infectious Disease Puscast

A review of recent infectious diseases literature.

The Acres U.S.A. Podcast

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

The Immunology Podcast

Conversations with immunologists from around the world.

Dinosaur Stories

Each episode dives into a different dinosaur, blending science and storytelling to reveal how these prehistoric creatures lived and evolved.

Eons: Surviving Deep Time

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

Where Is My Mind?

Examines the theory that consciousness comes from outside the brain, exploring phenomena like telepathy, near-death experiences, and past-life memories.

Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast

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

Juan on Juan

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

Strange Animals Podcast

A podcast exploring living, extinct, and imaginary animals.

MonsterTalk

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

Walkabout the Galaxy

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

The Seán Chorus

A wildlife sound recordist shares immersive field recordings and personal stories from his quest to document Ireland’s natural sounds.

New Books in Environmental Studies

Scholars discuss their recently published research in environmental studies with fellow experts.

Cryptid Campfire

Cryptid Campfire

GermiNation

Explores seed science and its role in agriculture through interviews with researchers, farmers, and industry experts.

Talk Nerdy with Cara Santa Maria

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

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Sea to Trees

Explores ecological research in Acadia National Park, focusing on wetlands, mountaintops, and boreal forests.

That Bigfoot Podcast

Investigates Bigfoot sightings, separates evidence from hoaxes, and examines the science and stories behind cryptozoology’s most famous mystery.

This Week in Evolution

A weekly exploration of evolutionary biology through genomics and molecular biology, hosted by Nels Elde and Vincent Racaniello.

Paleo Nerds

Artists Ray Troll and David Strassman interview paleontologists and scientists about dinosaurs, fossils, and prehistoric life.

Off-Nominal

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

Farm Small Farm Smart

Conversations with vegetable farmers and market gardeners about profitable, small-scale farming practices and on-the-ground techniques.

Mendelspod Podcast

Interviews with leading figures in genomics and genomic medicine exploring advances in biology and healthcare.

PhD:The experience

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The Beljanski Cancer Talk Show

Discusses integrative cancer treatments and holistic health practices with experts and survivors.

Grazing Grass Podcast sharing Regenerative Ag Stories

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

Orbital Path

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Wild Turkey Science

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

SilviCast

Explores forest management through interviews with researchers and practitioners tackling modern silviculture challenges.

Stimulating Brains

A neurologist interviews experts on deep brain stimulation and brain imaging to study how we interact with the human brain.

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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.

Cryptid Clues

Urban Myth, Monsters, True Crime, Found Footage, Bigfoot, Sasquatch, Skunk Ape, Cryptids, Ufos, Ghosts, Demons, Dogman, Skin Walker, Dover Demon, Yeti, Mothman, Jersey Devil, Chupacabra, Lake monster, Possession, Gnomes, The Orbs, Ogopogo

Astronomía y algo más

Informal conversations with people connected to the world of astronomy.

Verbal Echo

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

Daniel and Jorge Explain the Universe

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

NASA ScienceCasts

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The Field Guides

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

The Science Show - Separate stories podcast

Explores diverse scientific topics and research, from physics to political biorhythms.

Asimov Press

Asimov Press

K9 Conservationists

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

Manifold

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

Manifold

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

Palaeocast

A webseries that explores the fossil record and the evolution of life on Earth.

The Genetics Podcast

A genetics expert explores the latest research, breakthroughs, and expert insights in genetic science.

treehugger podcast

Ecological restoration through science and practice to recover ecosystems and support a sustainable, equitable future.

Untold Radio Network

Investigates cryptids, UFOs, ghosts, alien abductions, and unexplained mysteries through eyewitness accounts and research.

Morel Dilemma

New Species

Talks to scientists who discover and name new species, revealing how these findings deepen our understanding of global biodiversity.

Bigfoot’s Wilderness Podcast

People share real experiences of encountering a large, unknown creature while in the wilderness.

Red Cedar Stories

A podcast exploring the history, ecology, and people connected to the Red Cedar River through interviews with local experts and community members.

So You Want to Be a Marine Biologist

K. G. Muzia

In Research Of

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

SETI Live

Astronomers and scientists discuss current research on the search for extraterrestrial life and the origins of the universe.

Double Loop Podcast

Forensic scientists discuss latent fingerprint analysis, forensic science research, and notable criminal cases with expert guests.

Cryptid Creatures

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