24 Best Instructional Design Podcasts

1. The eLearning Coach Podcast

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Connie Malamed, from The eLearning Coach site, shares fresh ideas and actionable tips for success with creating online and mobile learning experiences. Listen to interviews with expert designers, developers, authors and professors who provide strategies for both learning architects and educators. If you have a passion for instructional design, cognitive psychology, visual communication, social media learning, mLearning, and related topics, this podcast is for you.MORE Host Connie Malamed
Producer/Network Connie Malamed: Learning Experience Consultant, International Speaker
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
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2. #IDIODC Instructional Designers In Offices Drinking Coffee

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Grab your favorite brew (ours is coffee ☕) and sit down with Paul Schneider and Chris Van Wingerden from dominKnow. Together they unpack the real-world headaches L&D pros face — managing learning content creation, operations, and proving business value. Expect lively chats with guest experts and practical tips you can plug straight into your learning strategies or development workflows. Whether you're a veteran L&D leader or a brand-new instructional designer, tune in for strategic, technology, and business insights into L&D operational excellence.MORE Hosts Brent Schlenker, Chris Van Wingerden
Producer/Network Brent Schlenker and Chris Van Wingerden
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Mike Simmons, Danielle Wallace +9 more
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 35Facebook 197Twitter 1.3K Avg Length 45 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. The Mindtools L&D Podcast

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The Mindtools L&D Podcast is a must-listen for anyone involved in Learning and Development or Human Resources. The weekly show features regular appearances from the Mind Tools team plus special guests to get right to the heart of issues affecting the L&D and HR communities. From learning needs analysis and evidence-based practice through to the impact of technology on work and hot topics at industry conferences, you'll get critical insights into the world of work, performance and learning.MORE Hosts Ross Garner, Ross Dickie, Owen Ferguson, Gemma Towersey
Producer/Network Mind Tools Ltd
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 89Twitter 3.7K Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Since May 2016 Get Email Contact

4. The Dr. Luke Hobson Podcast

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The Dr. Luke Hobson Podcast discusses designing learning experiences, teaching, and learning. The purpose of this show is to help folks, like yourself, learn about best instructional design practices by sharing stories and bringing on incredible guests. We also discuss career tips and guidance for transitioning into instructional design and related learning and development positions. Other podcast topics include higher education and online learning. If you are a learning nerd, you are welcomed here.Dr...MORE Host Dr. Luke Hobson
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 58Twitter 883Instagram 563 Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

5. TOPcast: The Teaching Online Podcast

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Hosted by Thomas Cavanagh and Kelvin Thompson, the Teaching Online Podcast (TOPcast) takes a fun and informative look at the various trends, best practices and technologies in the realm of online education.MORE Hosts Dr. Kelvin Thompson, Dr. Thomas Cavanagh
Producer/Network Thomas Cavanagh & Kelvin Thompson
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 59Twitter 748 Since Apr 2015 Get Email Contact

6. Become an IDOL: Instructional Design and Online Learning

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Instructional Design and Online Learning developer tips, tricks, advice, expert interviews, and insider information.
Host Dr. Robin Sargent
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 47 Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

7. Learning for Good | L&D Solutions and Leadership Development for Nonprofit Organizations

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As nonprofit learning and development leaders, we want a seat at the table. We want to be viewed as true business partners who can help solve problems. We want to create meaningful learning solutions that fit in the flow of work and yield real results for the organization and for the staff. That's why in this podcast, we will not only explore instructional design and leadership development best practices, but we will also explore change management, belonging, and influence - helping you build the case for the solutions your organization needs so you can show up confidently in conversations w..MORE Host Heather Burright
Producer/Network Heather Burright, Learning and Development Leader, Leadership Development Consultant, Instructional Designer.
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Lauren Davis, Rachel Platt +3 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 58Twitter 96 Avg Length 24 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. The Devlin Peck Podcast

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Learn more about instructional design, eLearning development, and how to become an instructional designer with Devlin Peck. Devlin's mission is to help you improve your instructional design skills and land better opportunities, and this podcast will help you do exactly that.MORE Producer/Network Devlin Peck
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guest Daniel Guimont
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 28 Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

9. Performance Matters | A 5 Moments of Need® Podcast Series

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This podcast series dives deeper into the 5 Moments of Learning Need®.The 5 Moments of Need present a practical framework to drive higher job performance. The Five Moments of Learning Need focus on the different times where workers need learning. They are: New—when you are learning something for the first time, More—when you are expanding your knowledge, Apply—when you are learning while in the flow of work, Solve—when you need to solve a problem, and Change—When you are adapting to change.This series, hosted by Bob Mosher and Conrad Gottfredson, will help you to better understand..MORE Hosts Bob Mosher, Conrad Gottfredson
Producer/Network performancematters
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 21 Avg Length 29 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

10. The iDeas Podcast

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In each episode, Tom McDowall, Chief Learning Geek at Evolve L&D, sits down for a chat with a learning and development professional to discuss their big idea for our industry. We discuss instructional design, eLearning development, EdTech, accessibility and all things relating to workplace learning and development.MORE Host Tom McDowall
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4Twitter 659 Avg Length 47 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

11. Mayo Clinic Educator's Central

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Instructional design and development podcast from Mayo Clinic eLearning Center
Host Stacy Craft
Producer/Network Mayo Clinic
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Stella Collins, Chris Minter
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 15 Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

12. Demystifying Instructional Design

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Instructional designers specializes in the creation of learning solutions. In this podcast, Rebecca J Hogue interviews instructional designers from a variety of different fields, with the goal of gaining a better understanding of what instructional designers do. The role of instructional designers varies across contexts including formal education, corporate sector, healthcare, non-profit, military, government, and more...MORE Host Rebecca J. Hogue
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2Facebook 46Twitter 229Instagram 12 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

13. eLearning & Instructional Design for Beginners

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Proven, practical tips and advice on growing a successful freelance instructional design business.
Host Crystal Harper
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 2.9/5Apple Reviews 12Facebook 1.9K Avg Length 13 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

14. Learning with Belvista Studios

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A podcast for all things learning and development, instructional design and eLearning.
Hosts Kim Tuohy, Hannah Grennan, Victoria Madigan
Producer/Network Belvista Studios
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 5Instagram 2.9K Avg Length 43 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

15. The ID and the Ego

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An informative and irreverent look at the fields of instructional design and technology. Two practitioners (and teachers) of instructional design explore the latest trends, issues, and challenges in education. Join us for an informal-tive (is that a word?) chat with some IDT professionals.MORE Producer/Network Brandon Poulliot
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 71 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

16. 5-Minute University

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5-Minute University is a part of Minaya Learning Global Solutions LLC, which is a corporate learning services company. 5-Minute University is a podcast series seeking to offer topics in the Learning and Development sphere in a conversational or interview format. Examples of such topics would be instructional design, development, learning theory, strategic planning, case studies, learning strategy, project management and more. Join us and listen in for more insights on these topics.MORE Host Dario Minaya
Producer/Network Minaya Learning Global Solutions LLC
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guest Dr. Guido Minaya
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 3 Avg Length 12 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

17. Futures in Digital Learning

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The Futures in Digital Learning Podcast presents topics related to Instructional Design and online learning. Featuring guests from across campus, each month spotlights a specific topic through a conversation-style format.MORE Producer/Network University Center for Assessment, Teaching, and Technology
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Apple Reviews 3 Avg Length 47 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

18. Here's the DEeL: Teaching and Learning by Design at UNCW and Beyond

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This podcast focuses on teaching, learning, instructional design and technology at theUniversity of North Carolina Wilmington. Hosted by Jennifer Sias, a Senior Instructional Designer inDistance Education and eLearning (DEeL), the podcast brings together stakeholders primarily from UNCW but also other pertinent practitioners to discuss best practices in teaching, learning and instructional design and the roles instructional design, technology and videography can play to enhance online, hybrid and web-enhanced teaching and learning environments.MORE Email ****@uncw.edu
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19. Instructional Design: The Real World

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Instructional Design: The Real World is your go-to podcast for practical skills and strategies that make an impact in instructional design. Hosted by Cortney Grabski, each episode covers real-world topics like mastering team collaboration with RACI charts, leveraging AI, leadership, coaching, and professional development. With actionable insights and a passion for creating meaningful learning, Cortney helps listeners elevate their skills, inspire their approach, and create transformative learning experiences. Perfect for designers and educators ready to make a difference.MORE Get Email Contact

20. Designing for Self-Determined Performance

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Designing for Self-Determined Performance explores instructional design, Human Performance Technology, and executive learning leadership.Hosted by Dr. Timothy Stafford, the podcast examines how organizations move beyond traditional training to build capability-driven systems that foster autonomy, measurable performance, and strategic alignment.For CLOs, instructional designers, performance consultants, and learning leaders who believe learning should produce real-world impact.MORE Email ****@ruinstitute.com
Avg Length 55 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

21. Share Whatcha Learned

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Share Whatcha Learned is a podcast for learning professionals to share something they're learning in the field of Instructional Design.
Producer/Network Amy Petricek
Avg Length 24 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

22. UDL Guidelines

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The UDL Guidelines podcast provides educators and instructional designers with the practical insights they need to implement Universal Design for Learning in their teaching practice. Adapted from the Goodwin University Institute for Learning Innovation's UDL Tips , each episode will introduce you to a specific UDL 3.0 guideline and consider related solutions you can apply in your own courses. Whether you're new to UDL or looking to deepen your understanding, you'll discover meaningful strategies for creating more effective and inclusive learning experiences.MORE Avg Length 9 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

23. IDTX Podcast

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Hosted by Tom McDowall, The IDTX Podcast explores what's really happening in the L&D world right now. From evidence-informed practice and instructional design decisions to the realities of using learning technology inside complex organisations, this is a space for honest conversations rather than polished sales narratives.You'll hear from all the IDTX speakers ahead of their conference appearances throughout the year, allowing you to learn from their years of collective expertise and get a taste of what it's like to attend an IDTX event.MORE Avg Length 17 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

24. Trends & Issues in Instructional Design

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