The Best Podcasts 2026
The best podcasts in every category — ranked by who's actually being interviewed, not hype. Pick a category for the full list, or follow any guest and their next appearance lands automatically.
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Updated October 2026. Every pick is drawn from real podcast appearances by notable guests — editorial, not paid placements.
Best AI Podcasts
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How Sam Altman Uses Dots to Take Back His TimeOpenAI CEO explains how AI agents handle task triage and restore focus time through practical deployment.
OpenAI DevDay | Sam Altman, Alexander Embiricos, Andrew Ambrosino, Peter Steinberger, Tibo Sottiaux, Kath Korevec, Casey NeistatSam Altman on scaling AI agents, developer ecosystems, and infrastructure challenges for increasingly capable AI systems.
State of the Industry: Yann LeCun: A Path Towards Autonomous Machine Intelligence | Artificial Intelligence MasterclassYann LeCun outlines technical path toward autonomous machine intelligence and challenges in building self-supervised learning systems.
Shows: Big Technology Podcast, AI for Career Success, Machine Learning: How Did We Get Here?
Best Science Podcasts
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Willpower Expert: The Secret To Effortless Discipline - Angela Duckworth - #1158Psychologist discusses grit research findings and environmental design's role in developing discipline and willpower.
Annie Duke on Why We Judge Decisions by Results, Not Logic [From the Archive]Explores cognitive bias in decision-making: why outcomes mislead us about decision quality.
Why Grit Isn’t Always Enough with Angela DuckworthPsychologist discusses how situational context, not just individual grit, determines success outcomes.
Shows: StarTalk Radio, Huberman Lab, Futurology
Best Philosophy Podcasts
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Ep. 557 ~ The Issue With Postmodernism Sam Harris ~ Jordan B PetersonHarris and Peterson debate postmodernism's philosophical foundations and truth claims.
- Ep. 555 ~ Objective Morality and Human Value Sam Harris ~ Jordan B Peterson
Harris and Peterson directly examine whether objective morality exists and grounds human value.
What Is The Real Currency Of Life Naval Ravikant ~ Chris WilliamsonNaval Ravikant examines what constitutes real value and currency beyond monetary economics through philosophical inquiry.
Shows: Making Sense with Sam Harris, Unbelievable?, Futurology
Best Health Podcasts
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The Megyn Kelly Show - Get Healthy, with Gary Brecka, Andrew Huberman, and Sean O'MaraHuberman discusses science-based health and wellness practices with Megyn Kelly and other experts.
- Get Healthy, with Gary Brecka, Andrew Huberman, and Sean O'Mara
Huberman discusses science-based health and wellness practices with Megyn Kelly and other experts.
How To Pull Yourself Out Of A Bad Mood Tim Ferriss ~ Chris WilliamsonFerriss explores practical neuroscience techniques for regulating mood and mental state.
Shows: 10% Happier with Dan Harris, Huberman Lab, The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Best Business Podcasts
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Ep. 24: The Remote Work Trap & Mastering Work-Life Freedom with Tony RobbinsRemote work strategies for managing isolation, burnout, and work-life boundaries with practical implementation advice.
- How Sam Altman Uses Dots to Take Back His Time
How AI agents can prioritize urgent issues to recover productive time for creative leadership work.
- OpenAI DevDay | Sam Altman, Alexander Embiricos, Andrew Ambrosino, Peter Steinberger, Tibo Sottiaux, Kath Korevec, Casey Neistat
Sam Altman on AI agents simplifying work, developer ecosystems, infrastructure scaling, and experimentation approaches.
Shows: How I Built This with Guy Raz, Masters of Scale, TBPN
Best Politics Podcasts
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Back to the pub_ with Peter Hitchens _ InterviewHitchens discusses UK politics post-lockdown, including pandemic restrictions and societal changes.
Brian Lehrer and Malcolm Gladwell Talk Policing and GunsGladwell examines gun violence epidemic and policing in America through his new book.
_Boris Johnson is nicking my ideas_ _ Ed Miliband interviewMiliband discusses policy ideas and political strategy with PoliticsJOE.
Shows: Stay Tuned with Preet, The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway, The Glenn Beck Program
Best Comedy Podcasts
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Comedy Deep Dive: Marc Maron, WTF and the Podcast That Changed ComedyMarc Maron recorded 1,686 episodes of WTF with Marc Maron. For the finaMarc Maron discusses WTF's evolution, his stand-up struggles, and how podcast conversations changed comedy culture.
Jimmy Kimmel & Molly McNearneyJimmy Kimmel discusses comedy career, writing, producing, and balancing marriage with entertainment industry work.
Mike Bocchetti DEFENDS His Marine Story – Theo Von Dies Laughing! (Ep 22)Bocchetti defends a controversial story while Von and guests react; explores comedic timing and audience reaction in live radio.
Shows: Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac - a daily briefing on comedians, and the comedy industry, WGKM, Adam Carolla Show
Best Sports Podcasts
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Carra meets Iraola! Liverpool boss chats playing style, transfers and facing Newcastle.Liverpool manager Iraola discusses tactical approach, transfer strategy, and preparation for Newcastle match.
Arsenal get off to dominant start against newly promoted CoventryCarragher, Wright, and Neville analyze Arsenal's dominant 3-0 victory over Coventry in Premier League.
Franco Baresi Tribute: Jamie Carragher on Milan's MaestroCarragher analyzes Franco Baresi's defensive legacy and why he's considered the greatest defender he's ever faced.
Best Culture Podcasts
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John Stossel talks with Conservative Black Professor John McWhorter on Anti-racism, Victimhood, Testing, and Woke Language.McWhorter argues leftist anti-racism ideology harms Black people, examining woke language and victimhood culture.
America's Next 250 with Ezra KleinKlein explores how freedom historically meant self-mastery, not choice, and its implications for modern life and governance.
Ep.40 Marc Maron Interviews Matt GroeningExplores how Matt Groening's upbringing shaped The Simpsons, examining religion's influence on culture-defining comedy.
Shows: How To Fail With Elizabeth Day, City Arts & Lectures, Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso
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