12 Best Evolution Podcasts

1. The Common Descent Podcast

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Join David and Will as they explore the paleontologists' perspective on various topics in life and earth history.Each episode features a main discussion on a topic requested by the listeners, presented as a lighthearted and educational conversation about fossils, evolution, deep time, and more.Before the main discussion, each episode also includes a news segment, covering recent research related to paleontology and evolution.Each episode ends with the answer to a question submitted by subscribers on Patreon.New episodes with new topics every fortnight!more Hosts David Moscato, Will Harris
Producer/Network Common Descent
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
Recent Guests Riley Black, Aly +5 more
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 1.2KFacebook 2KTwitter 2.3K Avg Length 122 min Format Extended Since Feb 2017 Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. Origin Stories

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Explore human evolution one story at a time. This award-winning show blends storytelling with science that will change your understanding of who we are.
Host Meredith Johnson
Producer/Network The Leakey Foundation
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
Recent Guests Don Johanson, Adam Brumm
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 794Facebook 27.3KTwitter 140.8KInstagram 13.3K Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Since Apr 2015 Get Email Contact

3. Evolution Talk

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Everything you wanted to know about evolution by natural selection in short, easy to digest, episodes. Hosted, and produced by writer Rick Coste.
Host Rick Coste
Email ****@costemedia.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 336Facebook 226Twitter 11 Avg Length 12 min Format Short form Since Aug 2014 Get Email Contact

4. Palaeocast

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A free webseries exploring the fossil record and the evolution of life on Earth.
Host Dave Marshall
Producer/Network Palaeocast
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Recent Guests Prof. Jon Harrison, Prof. Paul Barrett +17 more
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 325Facebook 6.4KTwitter 6.5KInstagram 1.9K Avg Length 62 min Format Long form Since Aug 2012 Get Email Contact

5. This Week in Evolution

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This Week in Evolution is a podcast on the biology of what makes us tick. Hosts Nels Elde and Vincent Racaniello take you through the new evolution that has been revolutionized by the field of genomics and molecular biology.more Hosts Vincent Racaniello, Nels Elde
Producer/Network Vincent Racaniello
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 241Facebook 37.6KTwitter 198.3KInstagram 7.5K Avg Length 85 min Format Long form Since Dec 2015 Get Email Contact

6. Palaeo After Dark

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A group of scientists have biweekly informal discussions about evolutionary biology and palaeontology... over beer.
Hosts James Lamsdell, Curtis Congreve, Amanda Falk
Producer/Network James Lamsdell, Amanda Falk, and Curtis Congreve
Email ****@mail.wvu.edu
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Curt, James +2 more
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 72Facebook 252Twitter 536 Avg Length 100 min Format Extended Since Mar 2017 Get Email Contact

7. CARTA - Anthropogeny (Audio)

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Multidisciplinary researchers explore the origins of humanity and the many facets of what makes us human.
Producer/Network UCTV
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Nenad Sestan, Alex Pollen +25 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 9 Avg Length 24 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. Milner Centre for Evolution

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The Milner Centre for Evolution has three main objectives, to ask the big evolutionary questions, to find new technological and clinical applications, and to take evolutionary research out into the community.more Producer/Network Milner Centre for Evolution
Recent Guests Professor Robert Kelsh, Dr Bethan Littleford-Colquhoun +11 more
Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

9. Our Primate Past

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How did primates evolve, and what can they tell us about being human? Our Primate Past takes you inside the science of primate evolution, fossils, and living primates through in-depth conversations with the world's leading researchers. Leading biological anthropologists discuss their careers, discoveries, and the big questions driving their work.Our Primate Past is an interview based podcast featuring experts in primatology, paleoanthropology, paleontology, osteology, evolutionary biology, and conservation...more Producer/Network Ian Towle
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2 Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

10. The Paleo Post Podcast

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The Paleo Post Podcast, launched by the World of Paleoanthropology, dives deep into the fascinating world of human evolution. Initially hosted by National Geographic Explorer and rock art expert Genevieve von Petzinger, alongside science communicator and World of Paleoanthropology founder Seth Chagi, the podcast captivated audiences with its engaging format. Each episode, released roughly weekly, tackled three different topics, delving into the latest news, discoveries, and research in paleoanthropology, from genetics to captivating cave art.more Hosts Genevieve von Petzinger, George Nash, Seth Chagi
Producer/Network World of PaleoAnth
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Peter Robinson, Dr. Barbara Oosterveg +1 more
Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 36 Avg Length 60 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

11. Human Origins - The Story of Us

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🌍 Welcome to 'The Story of Us'! 🌍Join host Seth Chagi as we explore human evolution on 'The Story of Us,' by the World of Paleoanthropology. Discover groundbreaking discoveries, meet key figures, and unravel ancient mysteries through engaging storytelling and stunning visuals.🔔 Subscribe & Stay Updated:Never miss an episode—subscribe and hit the notification bell.👍 Like, Comment, Share:Enjoy our content? Give a thumbs up, share your thoughts, and spread the knowledge.🌐 Follow Us:Twitter: @PaleoWorldInstagram: @PaleoWorldFacebook: World of Paleoanthropology#TheStoryOfUsmore Producer/Network World of PaleoAnth
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Dr. Helga Vierich, Dr. Jennifer Raff +6 more
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 24 Avg Length 55 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

12. Evolution

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UCTV presents experts exploring the diversity of life on Earth and the evolutionary forces that shape it.
Producer/Network UCTV
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 3.5/5Apple Reviews 29Facebook 29.1KTwitter 5.8K Avg Length 23 min Format Medium form Since May 2019 Get Email Contact