The Best Philosophy Podcasts of 2026
We track 192 philosophy podcasts and rank them by audience reach, publishing cadence, and recent activity. Updated weekly. The list below starts at #1 — click any show for the full profile.
Mark Passio
Mark Passio
A solo lecture series from a researcher of the occult dissecting consciousness, Natural Law, and societal control, demanding radical self-responsibility.
189K subs· Occasional· United StatesScienceSpiritualityPhilosophyJohnathan Bi
Johnathan Bi
A philosopher and technologist delivers solo lectures applying insights from the great books to modern problems like AI, meaning, and career building.
240K subs· Daily· United StatesTechnologyPhilosophyStoic Coffee
Stoic Coffee
A short, weekly podcast applying ancient Stoic philosophy to modern life's challenges in about the time it takes to drink a coffee.
2.6K subs· ~3/week· United StatesPhilosophyVORW Podcast
A solo host reads listener mail and discusses eclectic topics ranging from fast food to philosophy in a distinctive, old-time radio style.
101K subs· Occasional· United StatesNewsPhilosophyMediaThe Astrology Podcast
A scholarly podcast on astrology, focusing on ancient techniques, history, and philosophy for an intermediate to advanced audience.
268K subs· ~1.3/week· United StatesHistoryPhilosophyMediaOverthink Podcast
Two philosophy professors make perennial themes accessible through deep-dive conversations, connecting complex ideas to everyday life.
182K subs· ~1.3/week· United StatesComedyPhilosophyPhilosophize This!
A solo educational podcast making complex philosophical ideas accessible for anyone, presented as a series of clear, chronological lectures.
200K subs· ~MonthlyPhilosophyDr. Laura Schlessinger
A veteran radio host offers blunt, no-nonsense, and morally prescriptive advice to callers facing personal and family dilemmas.
79.6K subs· Daily· United StatesParentingPhilosophyThe Writer's Mind with Tyler Mowery
The Writer
A solo host's unfiltered monologues on esoteric history, societal control, and a personal, often dark, conspiratorial worldview.
11.2K subs· ~2/month· United StatesEntertainmentEducationPhilosophyPhilosophy for the People
A long-form interview show making serious, often Catholic and Thomistic, philosophical arguments accessible to a popular audience.
7.9K subs· ~2/month· United StatesTechnologyEducationPhilosophyThe Final Word cricket podcast
A daily cricket podcast from a team of travelling writers and broadcasters, breaking down the day's play with reverence and irreverence.
57.1K subs· Daily· AustraliaRelationshipsTravelPhilosophyDaily Stoic
Daily Stoic
Author Ryan Holiday uses stories from ancient Stoic philosophers to offer short, daily lessons on resilience, virtue, and modern life.
2M subs· Daily· United StatesHistoryPhilosophyMindful AI Podcast
Mindful AI
A dual-hosted podcast exploring AI ethics and human values by interviewing global experts in policy, governance, and inclusion.
6.1K subs· ~1.5/week· AustraliaTechnologyPhilosophyVital Signs Podcast
Vital Signs
Two UK-based Nigerian nurses investigate the systemic failures of Nigeria's healthcare system, from corruption to patient rights.
4.4K subs· ~0.9/week· United KingdomHealth & WellnessAutomotivePhilosophyJack Symes | Philosophy
A philosopher uses interviews, debates, and lectures to apply rigorous philosophical thinking to current affairs, ethics, and timeless questions.
12.2K subs· ~2.0/week· United KingdomPhilosophyMediaAdeptus Ridiculous
Three hosts humorously dissect the dense and often absurd lore of the Warhammer 40,000 universe for fans and newcomers alike.
290K subs· ~1.1/week· United StatesSciencePhilosophyThe Ai and I Podcast
A doctor and his AI co-hosts explore the business applications and philosophical dilemmas of the AI revolution.
8 subs· ~4/weekTechnologyEducationPhilosophyThe Skeptic Metaphysicians
A podcast where two open-minded skeptics interview experts on spiritual and paranormal topics, seeking to bridge belief with critical thinking.
2.1K subs· ~4/week· United StatesScienceSpiritualityPhilosophyOld Daily Philosophy - Retired Channel
A retired YouTube channel that hosted live-streamed readings and discussions of classic philosophical texts, led by Dr. Andreas Matthias.
5.8K subs· United StatesNewsPhilosophyessentialsalts
A solo-hosted deep dive into continental philosophy, using Friedrich Nietzsche as a lens to understand other thinkers, texts, and cultural phenomena.
91.6K subs· ~1.1/week· United StatesPhilosophyA Podcast Run by AI
A podcast where six different AI models, hosted by ChatGPT, hold a structured panel discussion on philosophy, technology, and human existence.
9.3K subs· ~1.7/weekTechnologyMental HealthPhilosophyThe Observing I Podcast
A solo-narrated audio essay exploring consciousness, psychology, and philosophy through deep dives into the lives and ideas of pivotal thinkers.
2.2K subs· ~3/month· United KingdomMental HealthPhilosophyPolitical Philosophy Podcast
Political Philosophy
An academic host explores political theory, from the Roman Republic to modern UK policy, through expert interviews and solo analytical deep dives.
1.8K subs· ~1.0/week· United KingdomPoliticsPhilosophyForum for Philosophy
Recordings of live, academic panel discussions on philosophical topics, featuring experts from various disciplines.
6.8K subs· ~2/month· United KingdomEducationPhilosophyPill Pod Philosophy & Critical Theory Podcast
A group of Canadian PhDs offers irreverent, theory-heavy analysis of philosophy, culture, and politics.
15.7K subs· ~2/month· CanadaPoliticsPhilosophyThe Daily Atheist
A solo-host live stream offering daily atheist news and commentary, directly refuting religious arguments from the live chat.
12.4K subs· Daily· United StatesNewsSciencePhilosophyThe Strong Stoic Podcast
2.5K subs· ~3/weekScienceSelf HelpPhilosophyThe Existential Stoic Podcast
639 subs· Daily· United StatesPhilosophyHistory of Philosophy Without Any Gaps Podcast
4.4K subs· ~1.0/weekHistoryPhilosophyThoughtology
6.5K subs· ~2/month· United KingdomPoliticsSciencePhilosophyDaily Stoic Podcast
Daily Stoic
6 subs· ~5/weekSelf HelpPhilosophyThe Stoic Podcast 🎧
8.5K subs· ~3/month· United StatesBusinessSelf HelpPhilosophyNie wiem, ale się dowiem!
914K subs· PLScience CommunicationPersonal DevelopmentLifestyleTiene Sentido Pódcast
889K subs· SpainPersonal DevelopmentPsychologyPhilosophyEstilocracia
758K subs· MexicoStyleFashionLifestyleThe "Exit Philosophy" Podcast
483 subs· ~1.6/weekPhilosophyJones Manoel
656K subs· BrazilPoliticsHistorySocial CommentaryAçıkBeyin
698K subs· TRSciencePhilosophyPersonal DevelopmentLucas Scudeler
437K subsRelationshipsPhilosophyTheologyJeevanvidya
501K subs· IndiaSpiritualitySelf HelpPhilosophyEl Sentido De La Birra con Ricardo Moya
436K subs· SpainInterviewsTalk ShowPhilosophyVivekananda Samiti, IIT Kanpur
422K subs· IndiaSpiritualityReligionPhilosophy『表現者クライテリオン』チャンネル
306K subs· JapanPolitical CommentarySocial CommentaryPhilosophySantiago Armesilla
416K subs· SpainPoliticsGeopoliticsHistoryDiana Uribe
310K subs· COHistoryPhilosophyCultureEl Villegas
289K subs· CLPoliticsPhilosophyLiteratureRick DuFer
314K subs· ItalyPhilosophyEducationCritical ThinkingFundación para el Progreso
279K subs· CLPoliticsPhilosophyEducationCan Sungur ve Yakın Evren
316K subs· TRGamingDiscussionEntertainmentTelevisión Consciente
312K subs· United StatesSpiritualityConsciousnessPhilosophyقناة جولة
293K subs· KWPoliticsCultureScienceOussama Ammar
166K subs· FranceEntrepreneurshipPersonal DevelopmentPhilosophyAxess Television
212K subs· SwedenDocumentaryInterviewsPhilosophyIsto não é Filosofia
233K subs· BrazilPhilosophyEducationArdhianzy
968K subs· IDHistoryPhilosophyEducationDialogues With Jagero
171K subs· KenyaPoliticsCurrent EventsSocial CommentaryPixels: Exploring the Heart and Art of Photography
Beth Buelow
1.7K subs· ~Monthly· United StatesSelf HelpParentingPhilosophyPatrick Reiser
154K subs· CHPersonal DevelopmentConsciousnessCoachingPodcast Media
0 subs· DailyBusinessParentingPhilosophyHenry Bugalho
727K subs· BrazilPhilosophyPoliticsCulture
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