12 Best Parks and Recreation Podcasts

1. Open Space Radio Blog

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Latest The Power of Leading With Empathy — Episode 179 (16 Jun, 2026)
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Open Space Radio is a podcast for park and recreation professionals and outdoor advocates that aims to share inspiring and engaging stories about community, connection, and the impact of local parks and recreation. New episodes are released every other Tuesday. Open Space Radio is the official podcast of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) — Because everyone deserves a great park.MORE Hosts Cort Jones, Cara Myers, Christina High
Producer/Network National Recreation and Park Association
Email ****@nrpa.org
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 40Facebook 57.3KInstagram 16.4K Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Since Aug 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. Park Leaders Show

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Latest Park Rangers Do What Has to be Done (09 Jun, 2026)
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Park Leaders connects the wisdom of Park Managers, leaders in the park system, and thought leaders of the business world with up and coming park leaders. This is the show for Park Rangers, Park Managers, and leaders who want to have an impact. Join host Jody Maberry as he talks to park leaders from all over the world.MORE Host Jody Maberry
Email ****@jodymaberry.com
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 48Facebook 1.9K Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

3. ParkTalk Podcast

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Latest Stretching on the Beach (09 Jul, 2026)
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Naperville Park District, serving a large Chicago suburb, shares stories of people passionate about health, nature, sports, community and everything related to parks and recreation. Visit our website for more information about each episode.MORE Hosts Danny Rehm, Sameera Luthman
Producer/Network Naperville Park District
Email ****@napervilleparks.org
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2Facebook 23.8KTwitter 8.5KInstagram 8.4K Avg Length 21 min Format Medium form Video Podcast YouTube
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4. MRPA On the Air

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Latest Saint Paul Parks and Recreation (02 Jun, 2026)
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MRPA is a professional membership association serving nearly 900 members statewide with the mission to improve the quality of life in Minnesota by enhancing the professional parks, open space, recreation and leisure services.Join us as we chat about our profession and discuss everything Parks and Recreation related throughout the entire state of Minnesota.MORE Hosts Bryce Shearen, Meredith A. Lawrence
Producer/Network Minnesota Recreation and Park Association
Email ****@littlecanadamn.org
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 5Facebook 1.3K Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

5. The Productive Parks 5-Minute Podcast

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Latest Episode #109: Managing Park Maintenance Backlogs (17 Jun, 2026)
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A podcast for Parks and Recreation professionals who are working to change the game in the field.
Host Chris K
Producer/Network Productive Parks
Email ****@productiveparks.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 9Facebook 29 Avg Length 10 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

6. Parks n Wrecked

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Latest Bloosh! It's a Recall Vote
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We watch the show Parks and Rec while chatting with someone from the parks and rec department, all while getting parks n wrecked. Let's do it.
Hosts Joey, Haleigh, Sean
Producer/Network Joey
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 36Facebook 117Twitter 86 Avg Length 65 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

7. Let's Talk Parks Podcast: Stories of Purpose-Driven Parks and Recreation Professionals

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Latest Why We Love Working with Active Adults
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Check out new episodes here: https://soundcloud.com/lets-talk-parks
Hosts Becky Dunlap, Marissa Moravec
Producer/Network Let's Talk Parks
Email ****@letstalkparks.com
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 29Instagram 702 Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. Park It Here - Louisville Parks and Rec Podcast

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Latest Episode 22: Iroquois Amphitheater 2021 Lineup
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The official Podcast for the Louisville Parks and Recreation Department. With 120 parks and approximately 13,000 acres of public land, we're truly the City of Parks.
Producer/Network Louisville Parks and Recreation
Email ****@louisvilleky.gov
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Apple Rating 4/5Apple Reviews 2Facebook 29.9KTwitter 16.5KInstagram 11.8K Avg Length 18 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

9. RecReflect with Jordan and Will

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Latest Season 2, Episode 2
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Join Dr. Jordan Daniel and Will 'Boss' Doss as they discuss all things parks and recreation in the great state of Texas! This show is brought to you by the Texas Recreation and Park Society (TRAPS).MORE Hosts Dr. Jordan Daniel, Will Doss
Producer/Network Texas Recreation and Park Society
Email ****@angelo.edu
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

10. I Left My Park In San Francisco

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Latest Can't Stop Love
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This podcast explores the fun, quirky, and obscure stories of San Francisco's parks. Hosted by SF Rec and Park General Manager Phil Ginsburg, it delves into the lesser known features of our parks and recreation centers throughout the City. Grab your sweater (this is SF), let's get out and play!Produced by: Madison SinkMORE Host Phil Ginsburg
Producer/Network SF Recreation and Park Department
Email ****@sfgov.org
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 19 Avg Length 10 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

11. PARDcast Round Rock Parks and Recreation

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Latest PARDcast September 2024
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Round Rock, TX. Parks and Rec Department 'PARDcast', is monthly podcast featuring information on all upcoming special events, adult & youth sports, parks and trails, aquatics, fitness and wellness, facilities, and recreation programs. The 'PARDcast' podcast keeps Round Rock residents in the 'know' with all things PARD!MORE Hosts Maggie Smith, Todd Worlock
Producer/Network Todd, Round Rock Parks and Rec
Email ****@roundrocktexas.gov
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 5Twitter 2.5KInstagram 14K Avg Length 9 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

12. Power of Parks Podcast

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Welcome to Power of Parks, a podcast produced by the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department, where we share inspiring stories from people who have benefited from nature, parks, and recreation.MORE Email ****@pbcgov.org
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Facebook 17.1KTwitter 3.7KInstagram 18.2K Avg Length 13 min Format Short form Get Email Contact