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Historical Toxicology (OLD TIMEY POISONS) with Deborah Blum 10/29/2025 01:14:131Stuff You Should KnowiHeartIf you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further.
2This American LifeThis American Life and Chicago Public MediaEach week we choose a theme.
3Hidden BrainShankar VedantamWhy do I feel stuck?
4RadiolabJad Abumrad and Robert KrulwichRadiolab is on a curiosity bender.
5The MothThe MothOn Tuesdays and Fridays The Moth’s podcast feed presents episodes of the Peabody-Award Winning Moth Radio Hour and original episodes of The Moth Podcast.
6Ologies with Alie WardAlie WardVolcanoes. Trees. Drunk butterflies.
710 for Teens + TweensEmpowerful GirlsThis is 10 for Teens + Tweens, a 10-ish minute podcast by Empowerful Girls that helps you grow curiosity, compassion, and confidence so you can take on the world! Host Stephanie Valdez discusses positive themes and tackles tough topics, teaching girls how to handle them.
860 Songs That Explain the '90sThe RingerFirst came '60 Songs That Explain the '90s.' (We did that.) Then came '60 Songs That Explain the '90s: The 2000s.' (We're doing that now—and yes, that's the actual name.) But whether you want to jump back to the Clinton years or join us as we reboot our old iPods, you can find all of the collected works of Rob Harvilla below.
9An Old Timey PodcastKristin Caruso and Norman CarusoHistory class just got hilariously inappropriate.
Kristin Caruso, co-host of the true crime comedy podcast, Let’s Go To Court (16M+ downloads), and Norman Caruso, creator of the Gaming Historian YouTube channel (1M+ subscribers), team up to deliver a history podcast that is well researched, wide-ranging, and deeply silly.
In other words, this is a podcast for intellectuals.
10ArchetypesSpotifyArchetypes with Meghan - a podcast where we investigate, dissect, and subvert the labels that try to hold women back.
11But Why: A Podcast for Curious KidsNPRBut Why is a show led by kids.
12Creature PreacherRococo PunchWe love our pets.
13Game Scoop!Veteran games industry host Daemon Hatfield and the IGN crew break down the biggest gaming news of the week, dive into retro gaming nostalgia, and challenge each other—and the audience—with trivia that puts even hardcore gamers to the test.
14Grown, a podcast from The MothThe Moth
Grown is a podcast about the in-between: the nebulous, the liminal, the just plain weird time between those awkward teenage years and full-on adulthood.
15Imagine This...Boston Consulting Group BCGTake a trip into the future that will challenge the way you think and act today.
16Myths and LegendsJason Weiser, Carissa WeiserJason Weiser and Carissa Weiser tell stories from myths, legends, and folklore that have shaped cultures throughout history.
17NightingaleGZM ShowsWhile exploring the halls of their hospital ward, three teens with cancer discover a portal that leads them to Nightingale, a magical world inhabited by a race of sentient machines.
18SciShow TangentsComplexly
SciShow Tangents is the lightly competitive knowledge showcase from the geniuses behind the YouTube series SciShow.
19Six MinutesGZM ShowsDiscover the most downloaded family audio drama in history.
20SmartLess Presents ClueLessSmartLess MediaSmartLess Presents ClueLess is a bite-sized, biweekly podcast (10-12 minutes an episode), in which our host, Emmy-winning writer Elliott Kalan, guides the listener through different puzzles, brainteasers, & conundrums to see if they’re faster than this season's contestant Sean Hayes!
21Song ExploderRadiotopia
Song Exploder is a podcast where musicians take apart their songs, and piece by piece, tell the story of how they were made.
22StartalkNeil deGrasse TysonScience, pop culture, and comedy collide on StarTalk Radio!
23Stuff you missed in history classHolly and TracyJoin Holly and Tracy as they bring you the greatest and strangest Stuff You Missed In History Class in this podcast by iHeartRadio.
24The Adventure ZoneJustin, Travis, Griffin and ClintJustin, Travis and Griffin McElroy from My Brother, My Brother and Me have recruited their dad Clint for a campaign of high adventure.
25The BestiesGriffin McElroy, Justin McElroyIt's Game of the Year meets King of the Hill as four of Earth's best friends – Griffin McElroy, Justin McElroy, Chris Plante, and Russ Frushtick – rank and review their favorite video games.
26The Official Marvel PodcastMarvelDive into the Marvel universe for the latest news, interviews, and exclusive surprises on The Official Marvel Podcast!
27The One Piece PodcastMaji MediaWe are The One Piece Podcast!
28Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!NPRNPR's weekly news quiz hosted by Peter Sagal.
29Welcome to Night ValeCecil Baldwin (narrator), Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor (writers) .Twice-monthly community updates for the small desert town of Night Vale, where every conspiracy theory is true.
30Anime Addicts AnonymousThe Anime AddictsWe have one mission: To make your anime addiction worse!
31Girls Who Don‘t DnDStacey, Indy, Alana and Cory‘Girls who don‘t D&D‘ is monthly* real play D&D adventure from three girls (who‘ve never played D&D before), a Dungeon Master (who owns all the books but hasn‘t read them) and a handful of dice (they‘re fine)...
32Greeking Out from National Geographic KidsNational GeographicGreeking Out Season 11 and 12 only on Nat Geo Kids YouTube and YouTubeKids Now!
33Instant GeniusOur MediaWhether you’re curious about getting healthy, the Big Bang or the science of cooking, find out everything you need to know with Instant Genius.
34Lateral with Tom ScottTom Scott and David BodycombeAward-winning comedy panel game about weird questions with wonderful answers.
35That One Piece TalkThat One Piece Talk ShowChop it up every week with the TOPT boys as they review the latest releases in the world of One Piece.
The best Podcasts for teens
Here, you will find a collection of excellent podcasts for teens. While some of these podcasts are specifically designed with teenagers in mind, others, like trivia and storytelling shows, are designed for a general audience but actually resonate with this younger audience. The charm of the podcasts for teens lies in their ability to blend entertainment with education, offering a mix that appeals to teenagers' curious and dynamic nature. From discussions on personal growth to explorations of scientific phenomena, these podcasts provide a platform where teens can explore various topics in an environment tailored to their interests and developmental stage.Among the standout podcasts in this category is 10 for Teens + Tweens, a creation by Empowerful Girls. Host Stephanie Valdez packs powerful themes into 10-minute episodes, focusing on building confidence, compassion, and curiosity. Then there's The Moth, which celebrates the art of storytelling with its unique blend of documentary and theatre. For those interested in ideas that shape our world, TED Talks Daily brings insights from diverse experts. Young music enthusiasts will find Song Exploder fascinating as it digs into the stories behind popular songs. But there's more, Stuff You Missed in History Class, makes learning history fun and engaging. You will also find Radiolab, a deep dive into scientific subjects with a mix of sound effects and music, making science enjoyable and accessible. Each of these podcasts, and many more, in their own way, enriches the podcasts for teens' category, making it a great collection of knowledge and entertainment for young listeners.
