English Social Sciences Podcasts

Discover the best English podcasts in the Social Sciences category. Browse 10,397 shows with 5,642 actively publishing.

Last updated: May 30, 2026

10.4K Shows

A large market for English Social Sciences podcasts

54.3% Active

5.6K currently publishing new episodes

Total Podcasts 10,397
Active Rate 54.3% 5,642 shows
Avg Episodes 47.0 per podcast
Market Share 0.32% of all podcasts

Overview

English Social Sciences podcasts represent large with 10,397 shows. Of these, 5,642 (54.3%) are actively publishing new episodes, which is exceptionally high for this market segment.

Whether you're a native English speaker or learning the language, these Social Sciences podcasts offer valuable content. The variety ensures you can find shows matching your interests and level.

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Growth Trends

English Social Sciences podcasts grew 79.5% last year, indicating expanding audience interest and creator activity.

Publishing Patterns

Hourly is the most common schedule (23.4% of shows). Maintaining this rhythm helps build audience loyalty.

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Episode Duration

Episodes per Podcast

Top English Social Sciences Podcasts

1 Hidden Brain
Hidden Brain

Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam

4.6 (41,410) 610 eps
2 TED Radio Hour
4.3 (20,831) 300 eps
3 On Being with Krista Tippett
4.6 (10,069) 985 eps
4 Stuff To Blow Your Mind
4.3 (5,593) 3108 eps
5 Mysterious Universe
4.5 (5,572) 20 eps
6 The Brohio Podcast
The Brohio Podcast

Aliens, Conspiracy Theories, Paranormal, Famous Murders, Cryptozoology, Strange Occurrences, Monsters, UFOs, True Crime, Demons, Occult, Urban Legends, Comedy

4.6 (4,662) 505 eps
7 EconTalk
EconTalk

Russ Roberts

4.7 (4,233) 1051 eps
8 Something You Should Know
Something You Should Know

Mike Carruthers | OmniCast Media

4.5 (4,218) 1223 eps
9 Something You Should Know
Something You Should Know

Mike Carruthers | OmniCast Media

4.5 (4,208) 1271 eps
10 Native Land Pod
Native Land Pod

iHeartPodcasts and Reasoned Choice

4.8 (3,470) 360 eps

Tips for English Social Sciences Creators

Ride the Wave

Market grew 80% last year. New listeners are actively discovering—great timing to launch.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many English Social Sciences podcasts are there in 2026?

As of May 2026, there are 10,397 English Social Sciences podcasts, with 5,642 (54.3%) actively publishing new episodes.

How often do English Social Sciences podcasts publish new episodes?

The most common publishing schedule for English Social Sciences podcasts is Hourly, with 2,428 shows following this pattern.

What are the best English Social Sciences podcasts?

Check out our curated list of top-rated English Social Sciences podcasts above, ranked by listener ratings and popularity on Apple Podcasts.