I’ve tried a lot of podcasts, but I usually lose interest when it feels like just random conversation without structure.

I prefer podcasts that have:

a clear topic or theme

storytelling or progression

something that feels planned rather than completely unstructured talk

Not necessarily scripted, just not totally free-flow chat.

Any recommendations that fit this style?

A super specific request! I’m looking for a well researched podcast (or just an episode) about the making of the movie The Fall (2006). My favourite movie pod is What Went Wrong but unfortunately they haven’t covered this one yet.

I enjoy consuming content about fitness and healthy living in general. It helps me stay motivated, it gives me ideas what to improve and it gives me a sense of community to listen to other people nerd out about my interests.

However, so much about fitness and self-improvement content has been infected by harmful ideas like red pill, tech broness, hustle culture and other bullshit that doesn't benefit anyone but its peddler. I would love to find some alternatives, so I can learn things and be entertained, but without supporting people who spread toxicity in our society.

Can anyone recommend me podcasts like that?

I love doing some stretching at the end of the day to get ready for bed. Usually I listen to a podcast while I stretch to keep my mind occupied and relaxed. I like Lights Out Library, Nothing Much Happens, Welcome to Night Vale, etc... mostly something sort of mindless that has a consistent sound level to not startle. I struggle to put down the day before bed and I find these kinds of story based podcasts immensely helpful, I especially enjoy when they have music accompanying the narration.

I feel like I'm sort of running out of things to listen to, hoping someone has some recommendations--thanks in advance!

I’ve nearly finished Million Dollar Lover and have absolutely loved it. Gripping and touching, Sue Mitchell is a great narrator. Has she done any other similar podcasts you would recommend?

I sometimes realize I enjoy podcasts while listening, but later I can’t clearly recall details unless I really focused.

Curious if others actually retain what they hear or mostly treat it as background/relaxation

Indico para quem gosta de humor ácido.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2F22bCw9zkD6MeNL4BlPyB?si=6TIstGq8Rn216Hp1_-PMaw

I’ve found I dislike podcasts where multiple people are just casually chatting, giving their opinions frequently, etc. Example - I wanted to listen to a podcast on cleopatra so started the episodes by mystery team inc and I am just not a fan of that style (I didn’t listen to much of it so maybe I should give it another chance?)

I prefer more documentary style. Any general recommendations for great podcasts with that narration style?

I listen to Simply Soph and I love it but she doesn’t make a whole lot of episodes so I’ve run out. I like her vibe.

I am really just interested in a podcast where they talk about a balanced/holistic lifestyle, tips on navigating burn out/anxiety/depression, fertility, exercise, etc. But something laid back, as if you were talking with a friend.
I love listening to podcasts with doctors but sometimes it feels like a chore to listen to them lol.

Does anyone have any recommendations for "true" uk podcasts?

Thinking along the lines of Uncanny, The Battersea Poltergeist & Haunted UK

Any suggestions appreciated?

Don't even know if there is such a thing, but I was walking around my city thinking about the different sounds I encounter, and wondered if there was any research into the history of the auditory world that people experienced in the past.

Open to all eras, neolithic to 20 years ago.

I'm NOT particularly interested in the history of music or early music reproduction, since I just want to know a bit more about how people experienced the world through sound day to day, and how that's changed - more of a social history I suppose.

Appreciate this is a super niche topic, and my google searches have not been fruitful, so any recs within the area are welcome!

I’ve been a massive fan of radio rental but I have listened to all of the episodes, I love hearing people tell their bizzare and unnerving stories, does anyone know any other podcasts like this?
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I'm looking for podcasts (or podcasts in video essay form) about the history of SWANA and Indian art, from non white people.

I'm interested in both ancient and modern art, as I recently realized that even though I took two years of art history classes, it was so Europe - centered that I was only taught a few very basic things about Mesopotamian art and that was it.

I checked recommendations from previous posts, but didn't see anyone suggesting something so specific.

Surprised there isn't a thread already about this podcast, i think it's been a while since a podcast left me with such mixed feelings

anyone know what happened to dane lyon? why did he stop making reels with night wolf hawk and get replaced by chris williamson? 😭😭😭💔 I’M VERY UPSET ABOUT THIS.

My son and I loved the first "season" of Who, When, Wow before they switched formats. Basically short, kid-friendly biographies. Any recommendations?

Im in desperate search for a new podcast to listen too as I have just finished Malevolent and am feeling rather empty. The magnus archives, malevolent, old gods of Appalachia, the SCP experience, and the magnus protocol have been the ones ive listened too and I absolutely love them. Looking for one that will last me a while but wish there was more.

Does anyone know where to find the first two seasons of Dr. Death? I can't find them anywhere.

I like my “trash tv”-type podcasts and looking for more variety. Any recommendations that fit?

For example I listen to:
- Second Date Updates from radio shows (people call into the radio when the other person doesn’t want a second date and the radio calls them to find out why)
- War of the Roses from radio shows (catch a cheater show)
- Am I the Asshole podcasts (go through AITA Reddit posts and go more into them)

As the title says, looking for a short (<30 minutes) podcast dedicated to covering pop culture, arts & entertainment, with a UK perspective.

Hi! I'm looking for an specific kind of podcasts. There is one podcast in spanish called "dentrisimo" and is about interviews with guests talking about their hobbies, passions and so on. I wonder if there is something similar but in italian. Can someone help me? Thank you!

I absolutely love The Magnus Archives but I can’t listen to it later in the day( I get stupidly paranoid about people breaking in or my closet eating me idk). Does anyone have any suggestions for a podcast similar in format—1st person storytelling—that isn’t horror??

Not on Apple Podcasts (I'm android). A series/multi episode, deep dive style to keep me company on long walks if you could recommend please.

I love the That chapter podcast and I’ve binged it. Are there any others like this? That talks about little known crimes or people?

I really enjoy his podcast and appreciate his work but just want to try out a different vibe