Top Educational Episodes
A quick Google search will provide you with a list of highly recommended educational podcasts. However, we have found this is not enough. In situations where you want to listen to an exciting knowledge-filled episode in your free time, the names of the shows don’t cut it. This is where we come in. Together with the Repod community of listeners, we keep a curated list of the best educational episodes. These episodes are voted for by listeners who have been able to gauge the quality of content offered by these podcasts. Give one a listen.
The list of the top 10 Educational episodes for October 2021 is compliled from Repod’s podcast app chart data. The list below is updated monthly, daily Educational charts can be found inside the app.
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"I listen to this podcast for the advice on podcasting, but everyone who listens to Ologies with Alie Ward (I.e. people with good taste) should check this episode out. Alie tells a great, funny story about the time she bombed an interview — or thought she did, anyway."
"I listen to this podcast for the advice on podcasting, but everyone who listens to Ologies with Alie Ward (I.e. people with good taste) should check this episode out. Alie tells a great, funny story about the time she bombed an interview — or thought she did, anyway."
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RadiolabEverybody’s Got OneWe all think we know the story of pregnancy. Sperm meets egg, followed by nine months of nurturing, nesting, and quiet incubation. But this story isn’t the nursery rhyme we think it is. In a way, it’s a struggle, almost like a tiny war. And right on the front lines...
"I've recently started working with a client in the women's health/fertility space, and I can honestly say that i did not realize how powerful and fascinating the female body is through pregnancy. Never really thought about it. The placenta especially is just so interesting. "
"I've recently started working with a client in the women's health/fertility space, and I can honestly say that i did not realize how powerful and fascinating the female body is through pregnancy. Never really thought about it. The placenta especially is just so interesting. "
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Every Little ThingWhat It’s Like To Live in the White HouseWhat’s life really like in the White House? How does the president get snacks? Who walks the first dogs? What happens when the first family fights? Kate Andersen Brower, reporter and author of The Residence, takes us behind-the-scenes. Thanks to callers Lauren, Rachel, Iris, Zach and everyone who sent in...
"I loved getting to peak behind the curtain of random life in the White House! I was surprised to hear that they have to pay for all of their food and the fun cravings that some of the families had 😂"
"I loved getting to peak behind the curtain of random life in the White House! I was surprised to hear that they have to pay for all of their food and the fun cravings that some of the families had 😂"
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Hidden BrainCultivating Your PurposeHaving a sense of purpose can be a buffer against the challenges we all face at various stages of life. Purpose can also boost our health and longevity. In the kick-off to our annual You 2.0 series, Cornell University psychologist Anthony Burrow explains why purpose isn't something to be found...
"I so relate to this. Finding your purpose can be hard, especially during transitional periods like before/after college or when you're looking for a job. The pressure and questions from everyone only make it worse. If you've struggled with finding your "purpose", I highly recommend this episode from Hidden Brain."
"I so relate to this. Finding your purpose can be hard, especially during transitional periods like before/after college or when you're looking for a job. The pressure and questions from everyone only make it worse. If you've struggled with finding your "purpose", I highly recommend this episode from Hidden Brain."
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"The powerful Jocko answers the question. Good insight and be aware against generalised statements. Not everyone is the same. "
"The powerful Jocko answers the question. Good insight and be aware against generalised statements. Not everyone is the same. "
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TED Talks DailyDon't call people out -- call them in | Loretta J. RossWe live in a call-out culture, says activist and scholar Loretta J. Ross. You're probably familiar with it: the public shaming and blaming, on social media and in real life, of people who may have done wrong and are being held accountable. In this bold, actionable talk, Ross gives us...
"“When you ask people to give up hate, you have to be there for them when they do.”
Beautiful, beautiful quote.
It's too difficult to imbibe... Just like non-violence... But just as powerful.
"Fighting hate should be fun; it's being a hater that sucks""
"“When you ask people to give up hate, you have to be there for them when they do.”
Beautiful, beautiful quote.
It's too difficult to imbibe... Just like non-violence... But just as powerful.
"Fighting hate should be fun; it's being a hater that sucks""
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You Are Not So Smart211 - QAnon and Conspiratorial NarrativesWhen we talk about conspiracy theories we tend to focus on what people believe instead of why, and, more importantly, why they believe those things and not other things. In this episode, we sit down with two psychologists working to change that, and in addition, change the term itself from...
"I appreciated this clear-eyed take on the 'Q' phenomenon. Learned a lot."
"I appreciated this clear-eyed take on the 'Q' phenomenon. Learned a lot."
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Hidden BrainWhere Happiness HidesWe all think we know what will make us happy: more money. A better job. Love. But psychologist Sonja Lyubomirsky says happiness doesn't necessarily work like that. This week, we explore why happiness often slips through our fingers, and how to savor — and stretch out — our joys.
If you...
"What makes us happy? When are we happy enough and how do we maximize our own happiness?
Hidden Brain brings the science behind happiness and how we can adapt to the feeling of being happy. Hedonic adaptation can help us cope with our daily routine, but also sap the joy from our relationships. If you’re curious to how you may be adapting to your own happiness, then give this episode a listen.
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"What makes us happy? When are we happy enough and how do we maximize our own happiness?
Hidden Brain brings the science behind happiness and how we can adapt to the feeling of being happy. Hedonic adaptation can help us cope with our daily routine, but also sap the joy from our relationships. If you’re curious to how you may be adapting to your own happiness, then give this episode a listen.
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Life KitHow To Stop Getting Interrupted At WorkGetting interrupted. Getting ideas stolen. Being talked over and ignored in meetings. This happens to women, people of color and marginalized workers a LOT.So what should you do when you get interrupted or talked over or have an idea stolen in a meeting? In this episode, Stacey Vanek Smith, author...
"Damn, I’m surprised at how much useful info was packed in here.
If you’ve been talked over, had your ideas stolen, or just ignored in a conversation then this episode is exactly what you need.
I loved the extra care this episode took to focus on solving these problems for women at work since they are more likely to be victims of this behavior than men. "
"Damn, I’m surprised at how much useful info was packed in here.
If you’ve been talked over, had your ideas stolen, or just ignored in a conversation then this episode is exactly what you need.
I loved the extra care this episode took to focus on solving these problems for women at work since they are more likely to be victims of this behavior than men. "
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Popular Front126. Another Failed Ceasefire in East UkraineToday we speak to Ukrainian defence reporter Illia Ponomarenko about the brutal failure of Ukraine's current ceasefire. - www.patreon.com/popularfront - www.popularfront.co - www.twitter.com/jake_hanrahan - www.instagram.com/popular.front...
"The fact this is still happening after all this time makes me sad. The Ukrainian people deserve a peaceful country. "
"The fact this is still happening after all this time makes me sad. The Ukrainian people deserve a peaceful country. "
Editors Choice: Top Educational Shows
Mostly, we find that with home improvement, there’s always something new to learn. If you’re like us, you’re probably interested in simple DIY hacks that can be useful in improving the home. To that end, there are podcast shows with educational content in the DIY niche. However, the best part is that there’s more. Some podcasts cover different educational topics in a bid to improve listeners across the board. Wherever you’re looking to develop yourself, we’ve got just the podcast shows to do just that.
The list of the top 10 best Educational podcasts of 2021 is a compilation of the editor’s choice + collaboration with the Repod community.
Revisionist History'The past deserves a second chance' are famous words from Malcolm Gladwell, podcast host, and owner of Revolutionist History. Here's what he does on his podcast show. He re-examines a past historical event that he feels is to date misunderstood or misconstrued. Perhaps re-assessing the past can do more than enhance our perception and understanding of it. He believes it can improve our present existence. Find out the other side of the coin with Malcolm...
Broken HartsKeeping up with technological innovation and advancements can be really challenging. Co-hosts, Robert Lamb, and Julie Douglas make it easy for their listeners. What we see is not all there is, and Stuff To Blow Your Mind podcast ensures that listeners always remember that. They talk about everything from cosmic mysteries and neurological quandaries to evolutionary marvels and advances in technology....
Stuff You Should KnowProduced and hosted by the staff of How Stuff Works, Stuff You Should Know, aka SYSK, dedicates each episode to teaching you about something you probably don’t know about. Each episode stands on its own, making it easy to pick a topic at random that interests you. And there is sure to be something that’ll tickle your fancy, as the podcast has dealt with everything from cheese and Barbie to tipping, pinball, and death. With...
99% InvisibleA collaboration between public radio and the American Institute of Architects in San Francisco, the 99% Invisible podcast seeks to expose the unseen aspects of design and architecture. Often including interviews with experts, the show opens your eyes to things you might tend to overlook or take for granted, like outdoor staircases and commemorative plaques, calling your attention to all of the thought and choices that go into the aspects of our everyday lives we...
RadiolabAnother public radio program that is also available for free as a podcast, *Radiolab* has been running since 2002. It focuses on topics in the philosophy and science realms but in an accessible and light-hearted way perfect for the podcast format. If you think you’re not into science, podcast hosts Jad Abumrad and Robert Krulwich may just be able to convince you otherwise. Each hour-long episode is innovative, stylized, and engaging, full of music and...
TED Talks DailyA spin-off of the wildly successful TED talk format that features expert speakers on topics ranging from business to tech to science, TED Talks Daily brings you insights from the latest TED talks in podcast format. Hosted by journalist Elise Hu, this podcast show promises thought-provoking, mind-stretching, insight-inducing content to make you go “huh” or “wow” or even “whaaaat?”....
Freakonomics RadioA spin-off of the hit 2005 non-fiction book Freakonomics by Stephen Dubner and Stephen Levitt, this podcast covers socio-economic issues, but it’s way more interesting than it sounds, touching on topics that do and do not have an obvious connection to the economy. The podcast takes a deep dive into “the hidden side” of things like drugs, languages, income inequality, and what it’s like to be a CEO. Each episode features interviews with experts that...
Reply AllProduced by podcast juggernaut Gimlet, Reply All is a technology and culture podcast all about the intersection between the internet and people. Podcast hosts PJ Vogt and Alex Goldman take listeners through episodes ranging from thirty minutes to one hour in length that tell stories about social media mistakes, internet pranks, email culture, and hacking. It’s relevant to everybody who uses the internet, which is to say - everybody....
Hidden BrainAn NPR podcast hosted by journalist Shankar Vedantam, Hidden Brain makes it its aim to use a combination of science and storytelling to reveal the unconscious drives and patterns that underlie human behavior, choices, and relationships. It answers questions like “why are we nice to some people and mean to others” and “why is marriage so difficult” and even “how does our psychology shape the way we respond to epidemics”. If you’re interested in psychology,...
Planet Money“Economics for Beginners!” would easily fly as an alternative name for the Planet Money podcast. When they’re not gossiping or discussing Hollywood’s Black List, they're mainly discussing the nitty-gritty of economics. For those that wonder what inflation, charts, graphs, tax rates, and government monetary policies mean for an American citizen, Planet Money is the podcast to get answers. Hosts Amanda Aronczyk, Mary Childs, Karen Duffin, Jacob Goldstein, Sarah Gonzalez, and Kenny Malone do the most...
Travis Osterhaus | October 01, 2021
Learning never stops. Every day of your life, whether it’s something as simple as learning how to use Twitter or picking up a new language, there’s always new information to digest. Learning is a progressive curve that can significantly impact the quality of our lives. As a result, it’s essential to continually find new ways to keep learning. Educational podcasts can provide you with an avenue to do just that.
Because there is so much to learn from educational podcasts make a listening choice become complicated. Not to worry, we’ve educated ourselves to recommend the best educational podcasts for enthusiasts like yourself. The simple solution is to provide you with specially curated lists of top-rated podcast shows and episodes. From educational podcasts that teach how to play a musical instrument to those centered on learning DIY crafts, our lists cover a range of topics. Let’s get to learning.
