20 Best Midwest Science Podcasts

1. This Week in Virology

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TWiV is a weekly netcast about viruses - the kind that make you sick. Brought to you by four university professors and a science writer.
Hosts Vincent Racaniello, Brianne Barker, Rich Condit, Dickson D. Despommier, Alan Dove, Daniel Griffin, Angela R. Mingarelli, Jolene Ramsey, Kathy Spindler
Producer/Network Vincent Racaniello
Email ****@microbe.tv
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 259 Avg Length 79 min Format Long form 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

2. 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
Location New York City, New York, United States
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 711Facebook 37.6KTwitter 190.3KInstagram 7.2K Avg Length 55 min Format Long form Since Feb 2011 Get Email Contact

3. Brains On! Science podcast for kids

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Brains On!® is a science podcast for curious kids and adults from American Public Media. Each week, a different kid co-host joins Molly Bloom to find answers to fascinating questions about the world sent in by listeners. Like, do dogs know they're dogs? Or, why do feet stink? Plus, we have mystery sounds for you to guess, songs for you to dance to, and lots of facts -- all checked by experts.MORE Host Molly Bloom
Producer/Network Brains On! Universe
Email ****@mpr.org
Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 18.1KFacebook 24.9KTwitter 5.8KInstagram 11.6K Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. Medicine and Science from The BMJ

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Leading the debate on health to engage, inform, and stimulate doctors, researchers, and other health professionals.
Host Brandy Schillace
Producer/Network BMJ Podcasts
Email ****@bmj.com
Location London, England, United Kingdom
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 231Facebook 116.6KTwitter 491.6KInstagram 23.1K Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

5. PlanetGeo: The Geology Podcast

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A Geology and Earth Science Podcast. Join Chris, an award-winning geology teacher, and Jesse, a geoscience professor, in discussing the amazing features of our planet and their impact on your everyday life. No prior knowledge required. New episodes coming at you every week. Listen, subscribe, share with someone you know!MORE Hosts Jesse Reimink, Chris Bolhuis
Producer/Network Chris and Jesse
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 242Facebook 523Twitter 523Instagram 2.3K Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Since Aug 2020 Get Email Contact

6. Double Loop Podcast

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Glenn Langenburg and Eric Ray discuss latent prints, the latest latent print research, forensic science in general, and regular interviews with people in the latent print field.
Hosts Eric Ray, Dr. Glenn Langenburg
Producer/Network Glenn Langenburg and Eric Ray
Email ****@rayforensics.com
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 112Twitter 761 Avg Length 77 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

7. Agbioscience

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This weekly podcast dives into agbioscience, where agriculture, life sciences and cutting-edge technology converge. Agbioscience is an in-depth conversation with leaders and entrepreneurs across food, animal health, plant science and agtech. This one-of-a-kind podcast offers updates on the latest advancements and future trends from those at the forefront of agbioscience innovation.MORE Host Mitch Frazier
Producer/Network AgriNovus Indiana
Email ****@agrinovusindiana.com
Location Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 32Facebook 1KTwitter 3.1KInstagram 1.1K Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. Science LIVE with Roger Billings

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Join Roger Billings, a technology thought leader and innovator, as he draws from his diverse range of life experiences, inspiring students of all ages to love science and to understand the value of education in empowering their life missions.This highly motivational and informative lecture series, hosted by the International Academy of Science, is part of the Roger Billings Mentoring Program.MORE Host Roger Billings
Producer/Network Roger Billings
Email ****@science.edu
Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 95Facebook 965.4KTwitter 748 Avg Length 61 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

9. Quantum Computing Now

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From Ethan Hansen - This is a podcast all about quantum computing news, basic concepts, and what people in the field are doing. Quantum computing is serious stuff and we talk about serious science, but I try to not take myself too seriously. With that being said, quantum computing is rad as heck. Oh and here's the obligatory phrase ' quantum computing podcast ' so search engines pick this up. Shoot me an email if you wanna get in touch: ****@protonmail.com Hosted now by Shway!MORE Host Ethan Hansen
Producer/Network Ethan Hansen
Email ****@protonmail.com
Location Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 38 Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Since Jul 2019 Get Email Contact

10. Groks Science Radio Show and Podcast

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Weekly science radio program hosted by Dr. Charles Lee and Dr. Frank Ling. Each show features interviews with scientists and technical innovators, humorous commentary on recent discoveries, plus the Grokotron 5000 and the World Famous Question of the Week! Tune in every week and rediscover the world as you think you know it.MORE Hosts Charles Lee, Frank Ling
Producer/Network Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Email ****@groks.net
Location Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
Apple Rating 4.1/5Apple Reviews 43Facebook 75Twitter 122 Avg Length 29 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

11. The WeatherJazz® Podcast

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A podcast focusing on meteorology, the earth sciences, general science, and occasionally open, unrelated topics of interest hosted by Cleveland television meteorologist Andre Bernier of WJW-TV, FOX 8.MORE Host Andre Bernier
Producer/Network Andre Bernier
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 40 Avg Length 24 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

12. The Speech Science Podcast

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A podcast dedicated to answering the question: What is Communication? Marie, Matt, Michelle, Michael, and Rachel are all licensed and certified Speech and Language Pathologists. They break down the latest in Speech and Language Therapy, interview leaders in the field, and apply evidence-based practice to their discussions.MORE Hosts Marie Severson, Matt Hott, Michelle Wintering, Rachel Archambault
Producer/Network MWH Production
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Ohio, United States
Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 86Twitter 609 Avg Length 86 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

13. Science Night

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Science! What is it? Who does it? Why does it matter? At the Science Night Podcast, we highlight the people doing the work, and give them a place to tell their stories. We also cover science news and discoveries to keep you up on all the amazing things that are happening.MORE Hosts Steffi Diem, Jason Organ, James Reed
Producer/Network Riverpower Podcast Mill
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 18Facebook 149Twitter 293 Avg Length 49 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

14. Habitat University

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Habitat University is a science-based podcast delivering the latest information on habitat management. This podcast is part of a larger podcast network: Natural Resources University. Funding for this project comes from the Renewable Resources Extension Act.MORE Hosts Jarred Brooke, Adam Janke
Producer/Network Jarred Brooke & Adam Janke
Email ****@purdue.edu
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 30Twitter 289 Avg Length 59 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

15. Forestcast

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Explore the largest forest research organization in the world alongside scientists studying, questioning, and solving some of today's most compelling forest issues. Through stories, interviews, and special series, learn what's happening in your forests, and where those forest ecosystems might be headed.Season 4: AfireA 360-degree introduction to fire from a scientific standpoint. The story of how fire research shapes our landscapes and our lives.Season 3: Women of ResearchHighlighting women's perspectives in research over the past 50 years, scientists share stories of mentors and mentorship, motherhood, rural and urban stewardship, passions for science, leadership, and beyond...MORE Host Jonathan Yales
Producer/Network USDA Forest Service
Email ****@usda.gov
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 101 Avg Length 39 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

16. Superheroes of Science

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Superheroes of Science is on a mission to highlight current and exciting science and STEM content. Get your science directly from the experts!
Hosts Steven Smith, Sarah Nern
Producer/Network Purdue College of Science
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Lafayette, Indiana, United States
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 12Facebook 1.6K Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Since Aug 2019 Get Email Contact

17. The Sound of Science

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WNIJ and NIU STEAM are partnering to create 'The Sound of Science,' a weekly series explaining important science, technology, engineering and math concepts using sound. The feature will air at 1:04 p.m. Fridays as a lead-in to Science Friday.Got questions or topic suggestions for the Sound of Science team? Please submit them below!The Sound of Science is made possible by Ken Spears ConstructionMORE Hosts Jasmine Carey, Christina Swartz
Producer/Network Northern Public Radio
Email ****@niu.edu
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 3 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact