History & Culture Podcasts

ESPN's award-winning documentary podcast series, telling the stories behind the most powerful moments in sports history.

Scott Philbrook and Forrest Burgess explore some of history's most perplexing mysteries, legends, and legendary people. The most thoroughly researched and respectful treatment of paranormal and unsolved mysteries in podcasting.

Criminal is an award-winning podcast about crime. Stories of people who’ve done wrong, been wronged, or gotten caught somewhere in the middle.

The premier film podcast and weekly radio program from Chicago. Hosted by Adam Kempenaar and Josh Larsen. High-level film criticism and analysis delivered with passion and deep knowledge.

Inspiring stories of extraordinary women from around the world, narrated by exceptional female role models. Inspiring stories of real women, narrated by celebrity female role models.

Peter Adamson takes listeners through every period and tradition in the history of philosophy, without any gaps. The most thorough and inclusive global history of philosophy ever attempted in audio.

Conversations about AI, science, technology, history, philosophy, and the nature of intelligence, consciousness, and love.

A bi-weekly podcast about the dark historical tales that fuel our modern superstitions. The perfect blend of true history and dark folklore, narrated with cinematic quality.

A fun, irreverent and educational weekly podcast that digs deep into the stories of musical legends and cultural icons. The bridge between musical mastery and cultural history, hosted by a true legend of the craft.

A show about curiosity where sound-rich storytelling meets deep scientific and philosophical inquiry. Unmatched production quality and 'cinematic' audio storytelling.

The writers and editors of Rolling Stone take you inside the biggest stories in music. Access to the deep reporting and historical archive of Rolling Stone magazine.

A deep dive into the stories behind the biggest political scandals and crises in American history. Makes you feel like you are living through the most dramatic political moments in American history.

Fr. Mike Schmitz walks you through the entire Bible in 365 episodes, providing commentary, reflection, and prayer along the way.

A philosophy podcast and philosophy blog by some guys who were at one point set on doing philosophy for a living but then thought better of it.

Short stories designed for the curious mind with a short attention span. Perfectly crafted short mysteries that teach you something new about history.

Weekly conversations with guest experts and callers about travel, culture, and the world. The most authoritative and culturally-sensitive travel advice in audio.

Weekly conversations with the world's leading travel expert. Combines legendary travel expertise with a deep commitment to cultural respect and global citizenship.

Paul Scheer and Amy Nicholson watch every movie on the AFI Top 100 list to see if they're still worth it. A structured and critical re-evaluation of the most famous movies in history.

The podcast dedicated to exploring the secret and/or forgotten histories of Hollywood’s first century. Unparalleled historical research and atmospheric narrative storytelling about old Hollywood.