9 Best Coronavirus Podcasts
Coronavirus Podcasts
Here are 9 Best Coronavirus Podcasts worth listening to in 2026.
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A weekly report on the COVID-19 pandemic from infectious disease expert Michael Osterholm, PhD, MPH. Dr. Osterholm is the director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) at the University of Minnesota and has spent a career investigating outbreaks. Since 2005, he has emphasized supply chain and other vulnerabilities and a critical need for pandemic preparedness. In this podcast, Dr. Osterholm dissects the latest COVID-19 news, data, and guidance.CIDRAP's Chris Dall, MA, is the cohost of the Osterholm Update and a reporter for CIDRAP News. http://www.cidrap.umn.edumore Hosts Michael Osterholm, Chris Dall
Producer/Network CIDRAP
Email ****@umn.edu
Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
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2. Coronavirus Update
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These regular reports cover the latest data and news on policy and mitigation and the impacts of the Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) including confirmed cases, mortality rates and significant news on its global spread and mitigation, with a focus on events in the United States.Please write a nice review.Information sources: U.S. CDC, Johns Hopkins University, WHOAnd from these major news publications (with credit attribution):Associated Press Thomas-Reuters The Epoch TimesExecutive Producer James Watkins is a 30-year radio broadcast veteran.more Host Jim Watkins
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Twitter 23 Avg Length 11 min Format Short form Since Feb 2020 Get Email Contact
3. Covid 4 1 1 podcast
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The Covid 411 podcast provides daily updates, news, alerts, and information regarding the coronavirus, the many variants like Delta and Omicron, and COVID 19. Covid 411 aggregates information from a variety of sources including the CDC, WHO, and major media outlets to present a snapshot of Covid coverage and statistics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.more Producer/Network Sound That Brands
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 270Facebook 120 Avg Length 6 min Format Bite size Since Dec 2020 Get Email Contact
4. Viral: Coronavirus
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The world is entering panic mode. COVID19 has spread to more than 50 countries, including the United States. Financial markets are faltering. Governments are scrambling. And every one of us is trying to figure out what to do and how scared to be. This show will walk you through everything you need to know about coronavirus, without the hype and hysteria. Just factual reporting based on the most authoritative sources. Launching March 2, 2020.more Hosts Emily Saul, T. J. Raphael
Producer/Network Three Uncanny Four
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4/5Apple Reviews 195Facebook 709Twitter 957 Avg Length 20 min Format Short form Since Feb 2020 Get Email Contact
5. Don't Touch Your Face
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On the last day of 2019, China reported an unusual outbreak in Wuhan, a port city with a population of 11 million. Within two months, the disease would spread to almost every continent on the globe and kill thousands of people.From Foreign Policy, a podcast about the extent of the COVID-19 contagion, the threat it poses, and what countries are doing to contain it. Join FP's James Palmer and Amy Mackinnon as they track the spread of the coronavirus pandemic and explore what it means for people's everyday lives.more Hosts Amy Mackinnon, James Palmer
Producer/Network Foreign Policy
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 98Facebook 1.6MTwitter 1.3M Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Since Mar 2020 Get Email Contact
6. Did You Wash Your Hands?
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The coronavirus pandemic has us all asking a lot of questions: How long will I have to practice 'social distancing'? Will there be a cure for COVID-19? Can I ever touch my face again?WABE health reporter Sam Whitehead and guests will try to answer those questions. He'll talk with experts, public officials, journalists, and everyday people about how the coronavirus is affecting their lives.more Host Samuel Whitehead
Producer/Network WABE
Email ****@wabe.org
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 46Twitter 24.1K Avg Length 23 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
7. Reopening America
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We have shifted into a new phase in the coronavirus pandemic. We are social distancing, washing our hands, wearing face masks, and we are Reopening America. Oscar Ramirez from the Daily Dive Podcast updates you on any new information about the virus and vaccine development, but will focus on how cities, states, and industries affected by the shutdown are opening back up.more Producer/Network iHeartPodcasts
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 3.8/5Apple Reviews 105 Avg Length 8 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact
8. BBC News : Coronavirus Global Update
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A daily round-up on the spread of the coronavirus, with reports from affected areas, details of the latest medical information and the impact on health, business and travel.
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Facebook 62MTwitter 15.1M Avg Length 5 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact
9. Coronavirus Update 24/7
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BBC News brings you round-the-clock updates about the coronavirus, with the latest headlines, advice and public health information.
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| Podcaster Name | Role | Podcast Link | Podcast Episodes | Gender | Twitter Handle | Location | |
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| Michael Osterholm | Co Host | cidrap.umn.edu/osterholm-update | 130 | Male | @mtosterholm | ||
| Chris Dall | Co Host | cidrap.umn.edu/osterholm-update | 130 | Male | @cvdall | MN, United States | |
| Jim Watkins | Host | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/james-watkins9 | Male | @realjimwatkins1 | FL, United States | ||
| Emily Saul | Co Host | playlist.megaphone.fm/?p=SONY7964168339 | 47 | Female | @emily_saul_ | NY, United States | |
| T. J. Raphael | Co Host | playlist.megaphone.fm/?p=SONY7964168339 | 47 | Female | @tjraphael | NY, United States | |
| Amy Mackinnon | Co Host | foreignpolicy.com/podcasts/dont-touch-your-face-coronavirus-podcast | 70 | @ak_mack | |||
| James Palmer | Co Host | foreignpolicy.com/podcasts/dont-touch-your-face-coronavirus-podcast | 70 | ||||
| Samuel Whitehead | Host | art19.com/shows/did-you-wash-your-hands | 456 | Male | Atlanta, GA, United States | ||
| BBC World Service | Producer | bbc.co.uk/programmes/w13xtv39/episodes/player | @bbcnews | United Kingdom |
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