65 Best Podcasts (2025): True Crime, Culture, Science, Fiction

Looking for the best podcasts to listen to in 2025? From true crime to culture, science to fiction, there’s something for everyone in the world of podcasts. Here are our top 65 recommendations:

True Crime

1. Serial
2. My Favorite Murder
3. Criminal
4. Dr. Death
5. Crime Junkie

Culture

1. This American Life
2. Stuff You Should Know
3. Reply All
4. Pop Culture Happy Hour
5. Code Switch

Science

1. Science Vs
2. Hidden Brain
3. StarTalk Radio
4. RadioLab
5. Invisibilia

Fiction

1. Welcome to Night Vale
2. The Black Tapes
3. Alice Isn’t Dead
4. Limetown
5. LeVar Burton Reads

Whether you’re a true crime enthusiast, a science buff, a culture junkie, or a fiction fanatic, there’s a podcast out there for you. Happy listening!