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.

The Michael Shermer Show

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

In Defense of Plants Podcast

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

Into the Impossible With Brian Keating

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

Outside/In

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

The Common Descent Podcast

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

Paranormal Mysteries

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

HOLOSKY PODCAST

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

Real Ghost Stories Online

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

BrainStuff

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

UFO Chronicles Podcast

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

Crime Pays But Botany Doesn't

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

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.

The Grave Talks | Haunted, Paranormal & Supernatural

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

How Wild

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

The Science of Everything Podcast

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

I Know Dino: The Big Dinosaur Podcast

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

Robinson's Podcast

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

Main Engine Cut Off

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

Paranormal Portal

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

The Field Guides

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

Wild Turkey Science

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

ExtinctZoo

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

Cryptid Creatures

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

MonsterTalk

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

Alien Encounters

Science Channel

Talk Nerdy with Cara Santa Maria

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

Daniel and Jorge Explain the Universe

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

Origin Stories

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

The Acres U.S.A. Podcast

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

Weather Geeks

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

Farm Small Farm Smart

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

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.

Sincerely Supernatural Podcast

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

The BUMP Podcast

Explores unexplained phenomena, monsters, and paranormal encounters shared by believers.

6 Ranch Podcast

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

Terrible Lizards

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

Juan on Juan

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

Eons: Surviving Deep Time

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

Haunted America

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

Ask Us Anything by Popular Science

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

Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast

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

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.

Off-Nominal

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

Strange Animals Podcast

A podcast exploring living, extinct, and imaginary animals.

Infectious Disease Puscast

A review of recent infectious diseases literature.

Homesteading and Permaculture by Paul Wheaton

Discusses homesteading and permaculture techniques, focusing on hugelkultur construction, windbreak strategies, and suitable wood choices.

Permaculture P.I.M.P.cast

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

Patient Zero

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

ADHD + ASD Sounds

Soundscapes with binaural beats and ambient frequencies to aid focus, emotional regulation, and sleep for ADHD, ASD, and AuDHD.

Brain Inspired

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

Untold Radio Network

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

Grazing Grass Podcast sharing Regenerative Ag Stories

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

The Immunology Podcast

Conversations with immunologists from around the world.

Brainforest Café

Dennis McKenna discusses plant medicines, psychedelics, and consciousness with experts in anthropology, neuroscience, and spirituality.

Shark Week: The Podcast

Discovery

Arthro-Pod

Jonathan Larson

This Week in Science – The Kickass Science Podcast

An irreverent weekly review of developments in science and technology.

Cryptid Campfire

Cryptid Campfire

Cráneo: Ciencia para niños curiosos

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

The Humble Hoof

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

In Research Of

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

The Gestalt Gardener

A horticulturalist shares gardening tips, stories, and humor with a relaxed, neighborly vibe.

The Science Show

Explores diverse scientific topics and research, from physics to politics, with a focus on Australian perspectives.

Climate Connections

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

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.

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.

Natural Resources University

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

Verbal Echo

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

NASA ScienceCasts

NASA Science

The Genetics Podcast

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

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The Vet Tech Cafe's Podcast

Discusses challenges in veterinary technology with leaders in the field.

The Numberphile Podcast

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

Viced Rhino: The Podcast

Examines young earth creationist arguments and evaluates their validity through critical analysis.

Morel Dilemma

Yellowstone In Depth

New Books in Mathematics

Scholars discuss recently published research in mathematics with fellow experts.

Sweet Talk: All Things Maple

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

Whale Tales Podcast

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

What Is Life?

Carl Zimmer

Brain Matters

Brain Matters Neuroscience

America Adapts the Climate Change Podcast

Explores climate change adaptation through interviews with scientists, policymakers, and activists.

Most Terrifying Places in America

Ghost hunters, psychics, and historians investigate haunted sites across the U.S. to explore the stories behind their paranormal reputations.

Bigfoot’s Wilderness Podcast

Bigfoot's Wilderness Podcast

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Cheap Astronomy Podcasts

Weekly 10-minute podcasts covering various astronomy and space exploration topics.

Research Insights, a Society of Actuaries Podcast

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

Nanoscape: Exploring the Frontiers Ahead

International Institute for Nanotechnology at Northwestern University

C4E Presents

Stony Brook University

SunCast

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

The Animal Heartbeat

A veterinary cardiology podcast hosted by specialists discussing heart disease in animals with global experts.

The Guide Post

Anglers, guides, scientists, and policymakers discuss fisheries, their history, future, and sustainable management.

AnthroBiology Podcast

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