Best Riverside Podcasts (City in California) by Category (2026)

Riverside News Podcasts

Fact-based local reporting on the news, courts, and current events shaping Riverside County and the wider Inland Empire.

1. Radio Free Riverside

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Radio Free Riverside delivers clear, fact-based reporting on the stories shaping Riverside County, California. UAN anchors Joy Silver and Sam Page cut through media spin to provide news listeners can trust—accurate, independent, and grounded in reality. Available on the most major podcast platforms.MORE Estimated listeners
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2. Riverside Rants

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Riverside County residents sound off about current events and political activity.
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3. Inland Empire Law Weekly

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Inland Empire Law Weekly provides honest news on suits, prosecutions, and courts in San Bernardino and Riverside.
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Riverside Politics Podcasts

Local political discussion and commentary on Riverside County, spanning party activism, labor issues, and grassroots debate.

1. The Joy of Democracy

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Hosted by Joy Silver, Chair of the Riverside County Democratic Party in Southern California, this podcast features calls to action, awareness alerts, achievements of candidates, volunteers and activists working to make our society a better, more fair and equitable place to live for all people. The program will feature interviews with people from all walks of life and particularly those actively working to make a difference in California and Riverside County.MORE Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 18 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

2. Riverside Rank And File

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Steve Matthews hosts a weekly discussion about issues and news impacting labor in Riverside County, California and nationwide including interviews, history, current events and important facts supportive of labor.MORE Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 23 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

3. Straight Outta RivCo

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Discussion about politics in Riverside County, California with Anyse Smith and Francisco Ramos.
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Riverside Local Podcasts

Community conversations and interviews celebrating the people, stories, and culture of Riverside, California.

1. Radioactive w/Mike Z

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"Wired In The Empire" Saturday Nights 10pm to Midnight on 96.7 KCAL-FM, (Riverside/San Bernardino CA) WATCH all my interviews on YouTube @MikeZ967
Producer/Network Radioactive with Mike Z
Email ****@yahoo.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4Facebook 26.9KTwitter 1.7KInstagram 13.3K Avg Length 18 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

UC Riverside (UCR) Podcasts

Shows from across UC Riverside exploring public policy, education, sustainability, food research, and the Black experience on campus.

1. Policy Chats

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Join us for chats with various voices in the public policy world about today's most pressing societal issues. This podcast is a production of the School of Public Policy at the University of California, Riverside.MORE Host Dori Pham
Producer/Network UCR School of Public Policy
Email ****@ucr.edu
Location Riverside, California, US
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 9Facebook 1.8KTwitter 1.3KInstagram 2.5K Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

2. Education In Motion

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Education in Motion is an original podcast from the University of California, Riverside School of Education. The series explores how educators move systems forward and push for more equitable outcomes. Each episode highlights work inside and outside the classroom through stories of programs creating meaningful change. Led by School of Education faculty and scholars, the podcast connects theory to practice and shows how that practice improves lives and strengthens communities.MORE Email ****@grodmedia.com
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

3. Snackademic

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A podcast dedicated to UC Riverside food research - how food is made, what food production does to our world, and of course, what food does to our bodies once we've eaten it.
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4. The ICSD Podcast

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The ICSD Podcast is a monthly podcast series highlighting the work of the Inland Center for Sustainable Development at the University of California, Riverside. Join us as we interview members of our center, locals, and professors about a variety of regional topics and issues.MORE Producer/Network ICSD
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5. Blue, Gold & BLACK

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Welcome to Blue, Gold & BLACK, a podcast dedicated to amplifying Black voices at the University of California, Riverside. Learn about the Black Experience at UCR through interviwes of Black faculty, staff, students, alumni and more!Follow and connect with us using the link below:https://linktr.ee/BlueGoldBLACKMORE Estimated listeners
Twitter 61Instagram 289 Avg Length 51 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

Riverside Health Podcasts

Health and wellness guidance from local providers and researchers, with a focus on community care, cancer, and health equity in the region.

1. Well Within Reach with Riverside Healthcare

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Riverside Healthcare puts the right dose of health in the wellness information you need. Listen to our podcast series, Well Within Reach, to get the latest health and wellness information from our team experts including doctors, medical staff and leaders in the healthcare field.MORE Producer/Network Riverside Healthcare
Email ****@doctorpodcasting.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4Twitter 5.6KInstagram 1.8K Get Email Contact

2. EquiTEA

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We are the Riverside University Health System, Public Health Equity team. This podcast will disseminate culturally relevant public health information and resources to those who live, work, worship, play, learn, and visit Riverside County. We will advocate for under-served and under-resourced groups, bring awareness to social and racial injustices, and mobilize the community to achieve equity. MORE Producer/Network Riverside County Public Health
Email ****@ruhealth.org
Location Riverside, California, US
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4Facebook 14Instagram 1.3K Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

3. Conversations on Cancer

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The Riverside Cancer Institute is here to provide you with everything you need to know about cancer. Tune into Conversations on Cancer podcasts as our team of experts discuss everything from treatmentoptions, new technology, and cancer myths vs. facts. You’ll also hear patient stories of courage, strength, and resilience.MORE Producer/Network Riverside Cancer Institute
Email ****@doctorpodcasting.com
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4. Healthy Disruptions Podcast

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Healthy Disruptions is a podcast about health and health inequity across diverse communities in Southern California. Each episode features discussions between researchers, students, leadership, and community members working together to highlight disparities and how community experts are collaborating towards action-based solutions. Our hope is to create a space where our featured guests educate and inform our listeners on the medical and nonmedical factors that influence health outcomes...MORE Hosts Amy Dao, Juliet McMullin, Joshua Liashenko, Sahar Foruzan, Alejandro Echeverria
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Riverside, California, US
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Facebook 65Twitter 309Instagram 1.1K Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

Riverside County Services Podcasts

Official county podcasts covering public social services, child support, youth outreach, and the work of the Sheriff's Office.

1. The Service Station

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The Service Station is a podcast from the Riverside County Department of Public Social Services. It's a one-stop shop to fill up on the department's programs and services that help hundreds of thousands of people every day in Riverside County. The public can learn more about our services at www.RivCoDPSS.org and on social media (@RivCoDPSS / Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & YouTube)MORE Producer/Network Riverside County Department of Public Social Services
Email ****@rivco.org
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 18 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

2. RSO Roundup

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Call it the Wild West. It takes a special group of people to be part of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. From our Central Homicide Unit to our jails, RSO Roundup takes you behind the scenes to reveal what it takes to keep law and order in California’s second largest county.Have a question or episode suggestion? DM us on social media: IG - @riversidecountysheriff FB – RCSD.OfficialMORE Producer/Network Riverside Sheriff's Department
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 101Facebook 201.5KTwitter 71.1KInstagram 155.3K Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

3. Coffee Break Podcast with RivCoDCSS (Riverside County Child Support Services)

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The Riverside County Child Support Services (RivCoDCSS) Coffee Break features Nathan Hartel, Deputy Director. Our Coffee Break podcast series aims to cover a variety of topics of interest to the public. The goal is to inform all child support customers on common questions they may have. RivCoDCSS aims to clear up different misunderstandings the public may perceive to be true and restore them with facts. The podcast episodes cover a variety of informative topics on who we are and what we doMORE Producer/Network RivCoDCSS - Riverside County Child Support Services Coffee Break Podcast
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 7 Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. Riverside Chronicles

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Project BRIDGE (Building Resources for the Intervention and Deterrence of Gang Engagement) is an organization that works with teens, ages 12-22. Outreach workers guide these teens to become the best humans they can be through connecting them to local resources that are willing to impact these youths lives. This podcast is Project BRIDGE’s first, but have many staff, volunteers, and youth that want to participate and share ideas, perspectives on issues, and resources for the teens living in Riverside California. This podcast is for the world to hear! We hope you all enjoy...MORE Producer/Network Youth Opportunity Center
Email ****@riversideca.gov
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

Riverside Education Podcasts

The official voice of the Riverside County Office of Education, sharing expert insights on serving students and communities.

1. The Torch: A Podcast by Riverside County Office of Education

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The Torch is the official podcast of the Riverside County Office of Education. This program brings guests who are experts in their fields to share the wealth of knowledge to the community and educators. RCOE looks to expand its reach all across the county and the state to share effective ways to serve students and communities. Stay tuned with us monthly, here at The Torch!MORE Producer/Network The Torch: A Podcast By RCOE
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 6 Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

Riverside Sports Podcasts

Weekly scores, highlights, and interviews covering high school and prep sports across Riverside County.

1. Varsity Vibes with Luke LaMonte

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Weekly Scoreboard and Interview Show about Prep Sports in Riverside County, California.
Host Luke LaMonte
Email ****@unitedamericanetwork.com
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 15 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

Riverside Real Estate Podcasts

Local market insights and guidance for buying and selling homes in Riverside and the surrounding area.

1. The James Cottrell Podcast

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I’ll guide you through all your options for selling a home in Riverside and the Surrounding Area and provide insights into our local market so you can make the best decision for your move.
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Riverside Faith Podcasts

Sermons and theological reflections from Riverside churches and ministries across a range of Christian traditions.

1. The Arena

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Sunday Homilies and Theological Reflections with Fr. Josiah Trenham - Weekly homilies and theological reflections recorded from the amvon of St. Andrew Orthodox Church in Riverside, California. This podcast is sponsored by Patristic Nectar Publications, a publisher specializing in resources for Orthodox catechesis. We thank you for allowing us to be a part of your spiritual quest, and we hope that your listening experience is an edifying one.MORE Host Fr. Josiah Trenham
Producer/Network Father Josiah Trenham
Email ****@patristicnectar.org
Location Riverside, California, US
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 292Facebook 100.1KTwitter 60 Avg Length 16 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

2. GRACE Riverside Podcast

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Sermons from Pastor Nathan Zickert of Grace Community Church in Riverside, CA. Join us every week as we open God's Word.www.gccriverside.com
Host Pastor Nathan Zickert
Producer/Network Grace Community Church of Riverside
Email ****@gccriverside.com
Location Riverside, California, US
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 21 Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Inland Empire: Riverside

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Inland Empire Church of Christ
Producer/Network LA International Church of Christ
Email ****@laicc.net
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 4Facebook 1.5KInstagram 834 Avg Length 36 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. Redeemer Baptist Church - Sermons

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Sermons from Redeemer Baptist Church in Riverside, CA.
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5. Harvest + Greg Laurie on Lightsource.com

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Harvest + Greg Laurie features the teaching of Greg Laurie, senior pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Riverside, California. Join Pastor Greg as he teaches God's Word in a relevant, practical, and understandable way. Discover biblical insights and learn how to know God and make Him known!To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/802MORE Producer/Network Greg Laurie
Email ****@oneplace.com
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6. Bridges Church Sermons

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This podcast includes the Sunday morning sermons from Bridges Church in Riverside California.
Producer/Network Cliff Woolls
Email ****@bridgesonline.org
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