20 Best Podcasts To Keep You Awake While Driving

1. The Daily

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This is what the news should sound like. The biggest stories of our time, told by the best journalists in the world. Hosted by Michael Barbaro, Rachel Abrams and Natalie Kitroeff. Twenty minutes a day, five days a week, ready by 6 a.m. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher.MORE Ranking #1 in Apple Charts (US)
Hosts Sabrina Tavernise, Michael Barbaro
Email ****@nytimes.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 118.8K Avg Length 36 min Format Medium 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 with Email Continue with Google

2. The Moth

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On Tuesdays and Fridays The Moth's podcast feed presents episodes of the Peabody-Award Winning Moth Radio Hour and original episodes of The Moth Podcast. Since its launch in 1997, The Moth has presented thousands of true stories, told live and without notes, to standing-room-only crowds worldwide. Moth storytellers stand alone, under a spotlight, with only a microphone and a roomful of strangers. The storyteller and the audience embark on a high-wire act of shared experience which is both terrifying and exhilarating...MORE Ranking #2 in Apple Charts (US)
Producer/Network The Moth
Email ****@themoth.org
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 29.7K Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Since Mar 2008 Get Email Contact

3. No Such Thing As A Fish

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Award-winning podcast from the QI offices in which the writers of the hit BBC show discuss the best things they've found out this week.Hosted by Dan Schreiber (@schreiberland) with James Harkin (@jamesharkin), Andrew Hunter Murray (@andrewhunterm), and Anna Ptaszynski (#GetAnnaOnTwitter)MORE Ranking #3 in Apple Charts (GB)
Hosts Dan Schreiber, James Harkin, Andrew Hunter Murray, Anna Ptaszynski
Producer/Network No Such Thing As A Fish
Email ****@hotmail.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 27.7KFacebook 39.1KTwitter 84.8KInstagram 63K Avg Length 44 min Format Long form Since Mar 2014 Get Email Contact

4. SmartLess

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'SmartLess' with Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, & Will Arnett is a podcast that connects and unites people from all walks of life to learn about shared experiences through thoughtful dialogue and organic hilarity. A nice surprise: in each episode of SmartLess, one of the hosts reveals his mystery guest to the other two. What ensues is a genuinely improvised and authentic conversation filled with laughter and newfound knowledge to feed the SmartLess mind.Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts to listen to new episodes of SmartLess ad-free and a whole week early...MORE Ranking #3 in Apple Charts (US)
Hosts Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, Will Arnett
Producer/Network SiriusXM Podcasts
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 63K Avg Length 58 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. Last Podcast On The Left

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The Last Podcast on the Left covers all the horrors our world has to offer, both imagined and real. From demons and slashers to cults and serial killers, The Last Podcast is guaranteed to satisfy your bloodlust.Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts to listen to new episodes of Last Podcast on the Left ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.MORE Ranking #4 in Spotify Charts (US)
Hosts Henry Zebrowski, Marcus Parks, Ed Larson
Producer/Network SiriusXM Podcasts
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 61.4K Avg Length 82 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

6. Radiolab

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Radiolab is on a curiosity bender. We ask deep questions and use investigative journalism to get the answers. A given episode might whirl you through science, legal history, and into the home of someone halfway across the world. The show is known for innovative sound design, smashing information into music. It is hosted by Lulu Miller and Latif Nasser.MORE Ranking #4 in Apple Charts (US)
Hosts Lulu Miller, Latif Nasser
Producer/Network Radiolab
Email ****@wnyc.org
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 50.2K Avg Length 43 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

7. Stuff You Should Know

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If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Ranking #5 in Apple Charts (US)
Hosts Josh Clark, Charles W. Bryant
Producer/Network iHeartPodcasts
Email ****@iheartmedia.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 101.6KFacebook 826.7KTwitter 89.5KInstagram 104.3K Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

8. The Adventure Zone

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Justin, Travis and Griffin McElroy from My Brother, My Brother and Me have recruited their dad Clint for a campaign of high adventure. Join the McElroys as they find their fortune and slay an unconscionable number of ... you know, kobolds or whatever in ... The Adventure Zone..MORE Ranking #9 in Apple Charts (US)
Hosts Justin McElroy, Travis McElroy, Griffin McElroy
Producer/Network Maximum Fun
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 44.7K Avg Length 64 min Format Long form Since Dec 2014 Get Email Contact

9. My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark

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My Favorite Murder is a true crime comedy podcast hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark. Each week, Karen and Georgia share compelling true crimes and hometown stories from friends and listeners. Since MFM launched in January of 2016, Karen and Georgia have shared their lifelong interest in true crime and have covered stories of infamous serial killers like the Night Stalker, mysterious cold cases, captivating cults, incredible survivor stories and important events from history like the Tulsa race massacre of 1921...MORE Ranking #9 in Spotify Charts (US)
Hosts Karen Kilgariff, Georgia Hardstark
Producer/Network Exactly Right
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 199.5KFacebook 500.4KTwitter 304.8KInstagram 894.3K Avg Length 62 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

10. Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend

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After 25 years at the Late Night desk, Conan realized that the only people at his holiday party are the men and women who work for him. Over the years and despite thousands of interviews, Conan has never made a real and lasting friendship with any of his celebrity guests. So, he started a podcast to do just that. Deeper, unboundedly playful, and free from FCC regulations, Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend is a weekly opportunity for Conan to hang out with the people he enjoys most and perhaps find some real friendship along the way...MORE Ranking #11 in Apple Charts (US)
Host Conan OBrien
Email ****@teamcoco.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 67.3KFacebook 6.2MTwitter 614.1KInstagram 2.1M Avg Length 44 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

11. Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard

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Hi, I'm Dax Shepard, and I love talking to people. I am endlessly fascinated by the messiness of being human, and I find people who are vulnerable and honest about their struggles and shortcomings to be incredibly sexy. I invite you to join me as I explore other people's stories. We will celebrate, above all, the challenges and setbacks that ultimately lead to growth and betterment. What qualifies me for such an endeavor? More than a decade of sobriety, a degree in Anthropology and four years of improv training...MORE Ranking #12 in Apple Charts (NZ)
Host Dax Shepard
Producer/Network Wondery
Email ****@armchairexpertpod.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 80.3K Avg Length 96 min Format Extended Get Email Contact

12. TED Radio Hour

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Exploring the biggest questions of our time with the help of the world's greatest thinkers. Host Manoush Zomorodi inspires us to learn more about the world, our communities, and most importantly, ourselves.Get more brainy miscellany with TED Radio Hour . Your subscription supports the show and unlocks a sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/tedMORE Ranking #15 in Spotify Charts (US)
Host Manoush Zomorodi
Producer/Network NPR
Email ****@wnyc.org
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 27.6KFacebook 53.6KTwitter 50.8KInstagram 8.3M Avg Length 46 min Format Long form Since Jun 2018 Get Email Contact

13. Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!

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NPR's weekly news quiz hosted by Peter Sagal. Have a laugh and test your knowledge with today's funniest comedians and a celebrity guest.Hate free content? Try a subscription to Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! . Your subscription supports public radio and unlocks fun bonus episodes along with sponsor-free listening. Learn more at https://plus.npr.org/waitwaitMORE Ranking #16 in Apple Charts (US)
Host Peter Sagal
Producer/Network Wait Wait Don't Tell Me!
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 37.2KFacebook 7.8MTwitter 7.8MInstagram 8.3M Avg Length 36 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

14. Criminal

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Criminal is the first of its kind. A show about people who've done wrong, been wronged, or gotten caught somewhere in the middle. Hosted by Phoebe Judge. Named a Best Podcast of 2023 by the New York Times. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.MORE Ranking #24 in Apple Charts (US)
Host Phoebe Judge
Producer/Network Criminal Productions
Email ****@thisiscriminal.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 48.7KFacebook 42.6KTwitter 33.6KInstagram 58.9K Avg Length 43 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

15. How Did This Get Made?

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The award-winning comedy podcast that celebrates bad movies. Comedians and actors Paul Scheer (The League), June Diane Raphael (Grace and Frankie), and Jason Mantzoukas (Big Mouth) break down the very best of the worst films ever made—we're talkin' blockbuster flops, cheesy 80s action movies, Lifetime thrillers, obscure cult classics, and if we're honest… most Nic Cage and Jason Statham movies. Plus, sometimes they're even joined by hilarious guests like Seth Rogen, Conan O'Brien, Amy Schumer, Nicole Byer, Nick Kroll, and Charlize Theron...MORE Ranking #26 in Apple Charts (US)
Hosts Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, Jason Mantzoukas
Producer/Network SiriusXM Podcasts
Email ****@earwolf.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 27.4KFacebook 92.8KTwitter 67.3K Avg Length 70 min Format Long form Since Dec 2010 Get Email Contact

16. The Tim Ferriss Show

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Tim Ferriss is a self-experimenter and bestselling author, best known for The 4-Hour Workweek, which has been translated into 40 languages. Newsweek calls him 'the world's best human guinea pig,' and The New York Times calls him 'a cross between Jack Welch and a Buddhist monk.' In this show, he deconstructs world-class performers from eclectic areas (investing, chess, pro sports, etc.), digging deep to find the tools, tactics, and tricks that listeners can use.MORE Ranking #39 in Spotify Charts (US)
Host Tim Ferriss
Producer/Network Tim Ferriss
Email ****@fourhourbody.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 22.6KFacebook 1MTwitter 1.9MInstagram 1.7M Avg Length 92 min Format Extended Get Email Contact

17. The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds

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Comedians Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds picks a subject from history and examine it.
Ranking #41 in Apple Charts (US)
Hosts Dave Anthony, Gareth Reynolds
Producer/Network The Dollop
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 25K Avg Length 72 min Format Long form Get Email Contact