35 Best NPR Science Podcasts

1. Science Friday

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Brain fun for curious people.
Hosts Ira Flatow, Flora Lichtman
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2. Short Wave

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New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines - all in about 10 minutes, every weekday. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join host Maddie Sofia for science on a different wavelength.MORE Hosts Regina G. Barber, Emily Kwong
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3. Cool Science Radio

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From the discovery of new dinosaurs to the science of an avalanche. From the secret technology behind Facebook, to nanotechnology. Deciphering science and technology in an entertaining, amusing and accessible way. If we can understand it, so can you. Hosted by Lynn Ware Peek and John Wells.MORE Producer/Network Lynn Ware Peek, Katie Mullaly
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4. Blue Dot

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Blue Dot, named after Carl Sagan's famous speech about our place in the universe, features interviews with guests from all over the regional, national and worldwide scientific communities. Host Dave Schlom leads discussions about the issues science is helping us address with experts who shed light on climate change, space exploration, astronomy, technology and much more. Dave asks us to remember: from deep space, we all live on a pale, blue dot.MORE Hosts Dave Schlom, Matt Fidler
Producer/Network Dave Schlom, Matt Fidler
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5. This Green Earth

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This Green Earth is a weekly, hour-long program that focuses on the environment and environmentalism. Co-hosts Christopher Cherniak and Nell Larson explore the science, politics, economics and ethics behind the environment, natural resources and sustainability. The program includes interviews with local and national experts in the fields of water resources, air quality, environmental policy, fossil and renewable fuels, climate, conservation, ecosystems, agriculture, aquaculture and sustainability.MORE Producer/Network Chris Cherniak, Claire Wiley
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6. Invisibilia

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Unseeable forces control human behavior and shape our ideas, beliefs, and assumptions. Invisibilia—Latin for invisible things—fuses narrative storytelling with science that will make you see your own life differently.MORE Hosts Yowei Shaw, Kia Miakka Natisse
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7. Creature Comforts

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Each week, Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, brings a specialist into the studio to answer your questions about various animals we see in Mississippi. And of course, Dr. Troy Majure, Veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center of Jackson answers your pet questions. Each week, you'll learn more about the animals that live in our homes and the animals who live in the world around us. You'll also find out more about family-friendly exhibits and events at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science in Jackson...MORE Producer/Network Jason Klein
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8. The Point

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WCAI's award-winning public affairs program. Tuesday through Thursday, Mindy Todd hosts a lively and informative discussion on critical issues for Cape Cod, the Islands and the South Coast. Every Friday is the News Roundup, as CAI News Director Steve Junker speaks with news editors and reporters from around the region.MORE Producer/Network Mindy Todd , Steve Junker
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9. Outside/In

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A show about the natural world and how we use it. We explore science, energy, environmentalism, and reflections on how we think about and depict nature, and always leave time for plenty of goofing off.MORE Host Nate Heygi
Producer/Network NHPR
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10. Living on Earth

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As the planet we call home faces a climate emergency, Living on Earth is your go-to source for the latest coverage of climate change, ecology, and human health. Hosted by Steve Curwood.
Host Steve Curwood
Producer/Network World Media Foundation
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11. The Pulse

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Go on an adventure into unexpected corners of the health and science world each week with award-winning host Maiken Scott. The Pulse will take you behind the doors of operating rooms, into the lab with some of the world's foremost scientists, and back in time to explore life-changing innovations. It explores the questions that make people go, 'Yeah, why is that?' It tells stories from ground level, where illness, healing and discovery are personal. The Pulse celebrates science, and covers breakthroughs with healthy skepticism.MORE Host Maiken Scott
Producer/Network NPR
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12. Living Permaculture

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Permaculture is a design system for ecological and sustainable living, integrating plants, animals, buildings, people and communities. Living Permaculture airs on KDNK on the 4th Wednesday of every month.MORE Hosts Vanessa Harmony, Jerome Osentowski
Producer/Network Jerome Osentowski, Vanessa Harmony
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13. Looking Up

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Hosted by Cincinnati Observatory's Dean Regas and Anna Hehman, Looking Up brings you the latest astronomical discoveries in a fun, quick-paced conversation.
Host Dean Regas
Producer/Network Dean Regas
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14. ADAPT

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In the ADAPT podcast, host Brendan Rivers talks with six people who are working to help Northeast Florida adapt to sea-level rise and climate change. Guests include Florida's first-ever Chief Resilience Officer and an environmental psychologist who teaches people how to talk about climate change.MORE Producer/Network WJCT Public Media
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15. Attribution with Bob McKinnon

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Why do some people make it, while others don't? How do the facts of our lives differ from our perception of it? And how does our psychology shape how we view ourselves and others? Attribution is, where people from all walks of life, reflect on who and what has contributed to where they ended up. Our hope is after each episode, you feel a little more inspired, grateful, or supported, than when you first hit play.MORE Host Bob McKinnon
Producer/Network Bob McKinnon
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16. Are We There Yet?

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There's a lot going on up there. Join space reporter Brendan Byrne each week as he explores space exploration. From efforts to launch humans into deep space, to the probes exploring our solar system, Are We There Yet? brings you the latest in news from the space beat. Listen to interviews with astronauts, engineers and visionaries as humanity takes its next giant leap exploring our universe.MORE Host Brendan Byrne
Producer/Network Central Florida Public Media
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Facebook 11.9KTwitter 6.5KInstagram 2.9K Avg Length 28 min Get Email Contact

17. Natural Selections

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Conversations about the natural world with Dr. Curt Stager and Martha Foley, from member-supported North Country Public Radio. 010329
Producer/Network NCPR: North Country Public Radio
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18. Petrie Dish

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A weekly explainer on the coronavirus and its ripple effects with science journalist Bonnie Petrie from Texas Public Radio.
Host Bonnie Petrie
Producer/Network Bonnie Petrie
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19. Science on the Radio

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'Science on the Radio' is a 90-second science information segment featuring Marvin Druger, retired chair of the Department of Science Teaching and professor of biology and science education at Syracuse University.MORE Producer/Network Unknown
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20. Higher Ground

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Climate change is already here. On Long Island, communities must prepare, and people find ways to adapt to rising tides and extreme weather that threatens America's first suburbs. Higher Ground tells the stories of these communities exploring solutions that may or may not give them the best chance at survival and help save the places millions of people call home. Or they may discover that the only way forward for suburban America is retreating from the sea. Hosted and reported by J.D. Allen.MORE Hosts J.D. Allen, Sabrina Garone
Producer/Network J.D. Allen, Sabrina Garone
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21. NOVA Now

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From the PBS science series NOVA, a biweekly podcast digging into the science behind the headlines. Alok Patel takes you behind the scenes with the people scientists, engineers, technologists, mathematicians and more working to understand our world. Now it's more critical than ever to distinguish fact from fiction and find science based answers to the most pressing questions of our time.MORE Producer/Network GBH
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22. Chronic Catastrophe

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Chronic Catastrophe is a four-episode podcast about the impacts of cumulative climate change-induced disasters on our minds, bodies and spirits. Ultimately, we ask the question: Is it worth the risk to our mental and physical health, and to our psyches, to continue to live in a place where disaster is unrelenting?Over the past four years, Sonoma County has seen a 100-year flood, a historic drought and six major wildfires that have killed 114 people, destroyed more than 18,000 buildings, caused more than half the county to evacuate their homes, and subjected us to months of bad air days and r..MORE Producer/Network Chronic Catastrophe
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23. Science Diction

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What does the word 'meme' have to do with evolutionary biology? And why do we call it 'Spanish flu' when it was never Spanish? Science Diction is a podcast about words—and the science stories within them. If you like your language with a side of science, Science Diction has you covered. Brought to you by Science Friday and WNYC Studios.MORE Host Johanna Mayer
Producer/Network Science Friday and WNYC Studios
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 22.3KTwitter 7.8KInstagram 6.9K Avg Length 18 min Since Feb 2020 Get Email Contact

24. InHospitable

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Phoenix America's hottest and fastest-growing big city is on the frontlines in the fight against drought, extreme heat, and wildfire. We bring you stories of how these global problems affect real Arizonans, and what is being done to solve them.  MORE Producer/Network Hear Arizona
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25. Manu Minute

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Need a break in your day? Whether you're in your car or your kitchen, or still in bed, Manu Minute brings you the rich sounds from Hawai'i's native forests and shorelines. Each week, we feature a different Hawai'i bird and its unique song and talk about its environment and conservation.MORE Host Patrick Hart
Producer/Network Hawaiʻi Public Radio
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26. Teen Scientist

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Teen Scientist with host Rayna Malhotra brings you groundbreaking innovation in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines entirely from a teenage perspective. The program highlights local, regional, and national STEM stories with young people and respected experts in their fields.MORE Producer/Network WDIY 88.1 FM
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27. A Moment of Science

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A Moment of Science is a daily audio podcast, public radio program and video series providing the scientific story behind some of life's most perplexing mysteries.
Producer/Network Indiana Public Media
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28. Arizona Science

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Arizona Science explores the latest scientific research and technological innovations taking place in Southern Arizona and at the University of Arizona. Catch Arizona Science each Friday during Science Friday on NPR 89.1.MORE Producer/Network AZPM
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29. WXPR All Things Outdoors

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From hunting to hiking and snowmobiling to water skiing, there's no shortage of outdoor recreation opportunities in the Northwoods.In WXPR's All Things Outdoors, we talk with DNR Conservation Warden Tim Otto about what you need to know to stay safe and have fun while out in the woods.MORE Producer/Network WXPR Public Radio
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30. The Loh Down on Science

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The Loh Down on Science is the fun way to get your daily dose of science -- in less than two minutes! Writer/performer and Caltech alumna Sandra Tsing Loh explains the world of science with a dash of humor. It's a program for those who love science as well as for those who avoid it!MORE Producer/Network LAist 89.3
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31. Western Slope Skies

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A bi-weekly short feature on astronomy, produced by members of the Black Canyon Astronomical Society.
Producer/Network Unknown
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32. WXPR Field Notes

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On the second Tuesday of every month, we hear from our contributors in the field. Susan Knight and Gretchen Gerrish both work for the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Center for Limnology at Trout Lake Station. Scott Bowe is the Director of Kemp Natural Resources Station.MORE Producer/Network WXPR Public Radio
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33. Living Downstream

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Host Steve Mencher
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34. WXPR The Stream

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Water in Wisconsin's Northwoods and Michigan's Upper Peninsula serves as the basis of life and health. With countless lakes, rivers, springs, and aquifers, water is also linked with the very identity of this region.MORE Host Katie Thoresen
Producer/Network WXPR Public Radio
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35. The Environment Report

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The Environment Report, hosted by Lester Graham and other Michigan Radio reporters, explores the relationship between the natural world and the everyday lives of people in Michigan.
Host Lester Graham
Producer/Network Lester Graham
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