20 Best Microbiology Podcasts

1. This Week in Microbiology

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This Week in Microbiology is a podcast about unseen life on Earth hosted by Vincent Racaniello and friends. Following in the path of his successful shows 'This Week in Virology' (TWiV) and 'This Week in Parasitism' (TWiP), Racaniello and guests produce an informal yet informative conversation about microbes which is accessible to everyone, no matter what their science background.MORE Hosts Vincent Racaniello, Elio Schaechter, Michael Schmidt, Michele Swanson, Petra Levin
Producer/Network Vincent Racaniello
Email ****@columbia.edu
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 711Facebook 37.6KTwitter 198.3KInstagram 7.4K Avg Length 55 min Format Long form Since Feb 2011 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. Meet the Microbiologist

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Who is microbiology? Meet the Microbiologist (MTM) introduces you to the people who discover, innovate and advance the field of microbiology. Go behind-the-scenes of the microbial sciences with experts in virology, bacteriology, mycology, parasitology and more! Share in their passion for microbes and hear about research successes and even a few setbacks in their field...MORE Host Ashley Hagen
Producer/Network Ashley Hagen, M.S.
Email ****@asmusa.org
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 57Twitter 3.3KInstagram 71.2K Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Let's Talk Micro

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Clinical microbiology explained in simple terms, suitable for students and microbiologists alike. We discuss organisms, reactions, infectious diseases, and more. Hosted by Luis Plaza, a Medical Laboratory Scientist and microbiologist, who also shares his experiences in the field.MORE Host Luis Plaza
Producer/Network Luis Plaza
Email ****@yahoo.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 47Twitter 2.9KInstagram 4.3K Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. Microbe Talk

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Microbe Talk is a podcast from the Microbiology Society, interviewing researchers about bacteria, viruses and parasites. We are the largest microbiology society in Europe, covering all aspects of microbial science.MORE Producer/Network Microbiology Society
Email ****@microbiologysociety.org
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 36Facebook 30.2KTwitter 76K Avg Length 22 min Format Medium form Since Jul 2013 Get Email Contact

5. microTalk

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The talks from the researchers in the field of infectious diseases. The podcast is hosted by South Texas Center for Emerging Infectious Diseases (STCEID).
Host Karl Klose
Producer/Network Karl Klose
Email ****@utsa.edu
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 30Twitter 564Instagram 71.2K Avg Length 57 min Format Long form Since Aug 2016 Get Email Contact

6. Editors in Conversation

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Editors in Conversation is the official podcast of the American Society for Microbiology Journals. Editors in Conversation features discussions between ASM Journals Editors, researchers and clinicians working on the most cutting edge issues in the microbial sciences. Topics include laboratory diagnosis and clinical treatment of infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, epidemiology of infections, multidrug-resistant organisms, pharmacology of antimicrobial agents, susceptibility testing, and more.The podcast is directed to microbiologists, infectious diseases clinicians, pharmacists and..MORE Hosts Alex McAdam, Elli Theel
Producer/Network American Society for Microbiology
Email ****@asmusa.org
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 33Facebook 410KTwitter 91.1K Avg Length 39 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

7. Matters Microbial

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Matters Microbial is a podcast about the wonders of microbiology, microbiologists, and microbial centrism with Dr. Mark Martin
Producer/Network Mark O. Martin
Email ****@microbe.tv
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 61 Avg Length 65 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

8. Microbes and Us

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Welcome to our podcast, Microbes and Us, brought to you by the Federation of European Microbiological Societies (FEMS). Our FEMS communication gurus, Joseph Shuttleworth and Eleni Koursari, bring into each monthly episode guests from the microbiology field discussing topics from every corner of the microbial world. Whether you are a lover of microbes, a scientist, or you just want to join our fun microbiology community, then this is the podcast for you.MORE Email ****@fems-microbiology.org
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9. My Bacteria - Your Microbiome. Your Health.

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Every week, the 'My Bacteria - Your Microbiome. Your Health.' podcast brings you a concise, science-backed dive into the world of bacteria, the microbiome, and your health. We combine the latest breakthroughs in microbiology with practical tips on gut health, probiotics, and mindfulness so you can optimize your well-being, informed by rigorous research.What to expect:- Top News on Bacteria: From emerging antibiotic resistance to cutting-edge probiotic developments.- Microbiome Insights: How your gut bacteria influence immunity, metabolism, and mental health (the Gut-Brain Axis).- Health Hack..MORE Email ****@magnospira.com
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10. Joyful Microbe

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All about the microbes we encounter in our daily lives (with or without realizing it). The Joyful Microbe podcast helps you see how bacteria, fungi, viruses, archaea, and protozoa live everywhere around us and constantly impact our lives. Host Justine Dees, PhD talks to microbiology experts of all kinds to share the amazing variety of these fascinating microorganisms. Usually, we think of infections, but microbiology is SO MUCH MORE THAN THAT.MORE Host Justine Dees
Producer/Network Justine Dees, PhD
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 35Facebook 902Twitter 4.4KInstagram 1.7K Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

11. Microbiology Lab Pod

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The Bengtsson-Palme lab podcast discusses new papers, life in academia and science news from the perspective of a research lab on the Swedish west coast.
Host Johan Bengtsson-Palme
Producer/Network Johan Bengtsson-Palme
Email ****@microbiology.se
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Apple Rating 3/5Apple Reviews 3 Avg Length 88 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

12. BacterioFiles

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The podcast for microbe lovers: reporting on exciting news about bacteria, archaea, and sometimes even eukaryotic microbes and viruses.
Host Jesse Noar
Producer/Network Jesse Noar
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 36Facebook 615Twitter 420 Avg Length 11 min Format Short form Since Dec 2009 Get Email Contact

13. The Rapid Microbiology Podcast

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Insights from industry experts on latest technologies and regulations for routine microbiological testing
Producer/Network The Rapidmicrobiology Podcast
Email ****@headstuff.org
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14. Garden State Microbiome

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The Garden State Microbiome explores New Jersey's rich microbiology scene across academia, industry, and government. Meet the microbiologists driving discoveries at Rutgers, Princeton, Center for Discovery & Innovation, Rowan, Wm Paterson, Montclair State, Seton Hall, NJIT, and biotech giants like Merck, Pfizer, Bristol-Myers, and J&J. In New Jersey, microbiology connects healthcare, environment, and biotech in powerful ways...MORE Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 52 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

15. PhageLine

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PhageLine unpacks the science of bacteriophages, one paper at a time. From groundbreaking studies to surprising discoveries, we translate complex research into engaging conversations. Whether you are steeped in microbiology or just discovering the fascinating world of phages, PhageLine delivers a unique perspective on the science behind these bacterial predators. PhageLine is on BlueSky . Follow us never to miss anything again. This podcast is generated using artificial intelligence. Infectious disease scientists review the scripts before production.MORE Producer/Network Planomicrobium massiliensis
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 3 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

16. Dr. B's microbio stuff

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Just audio recordings of microbiology lectures for students who want to listen without needing to watch a video. Based on the OpenStax microbiology textbook.
Producer/Network abarral
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17. Microbiology Roundtable

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Engage in insightful discussions on the microscopic world of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Explore key microbiological concepts, disease mechanisms, lab diagnostics, and clinical correlations with expert panelists.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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