Hidden Brain

Hidden Brain podcast delves into the intricacies of the brain and its functions. The engaging host, Shankar Vedantam, a journalist and writer, helps unravel the mysteries of our own minds and those of others. With over 500 episodes, the podcast also reaches audiences through 250 radio stations across the US.

The History Chicks

This is a rather unusual podcast that focuses on women from the past, offering a unique perspective on their lives. However, it’s worth noting that the topics it covers are mainly limited to the US and Europe. It has over 200 episodes, and is hosted by Susan Vollenweider and Beckett Graham.

Democracy In Question

Democracy In Question examines democracy and the recent rise of anti-democratic forces. Hosted by Shalini Randeria, who is a social anthropologist and the current president and rector of Central European University, it has released over 70 episodes to date.

BBC In Our Time

This podcast, hosted by Melvyn Briggs who has authored fiction and nonfiction novels, covers a variety of topics. I tune in mainly for philosophical discussions, though I also find myself intrigued by topics related to science and mathematics. BBC In Our Time has over 1000 episodes.

The History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps