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Top 100 podcasts to listen to in 2023

Creating a guide for the "Top 100 Podcasts to Listen to in 2024" involves a shift from the scientific and philosophical exploration we've been undertaking, to a broader cultural and informational realm. This guide will cater to diverse interests, ranging from education and science to entertainment and self-improvement.

Given the dynamic nature of podcasts and their content, the categories for this guide could be designed to capture a wide audience by including various genres and themes. Here’s a proposed structure for this exploration:

Index Page:

  • Title (h1): The Ultimate Listening Guide: Top 100 Podcasts of 2024
  • Description: Dive into the world of podcasts with our curated list of the top 100 podcasts for 2024, offering a rich tapestry of storytelling, science, history, technology, and personal growth.
  • Tagline: Your Audio Odyssey Begins Here: Explore, Learn, and Be Entertained.
  • Keywords: Podcasts, Education, Entertainment, Science, History, Technology, Culture, Self-improvement.

Key Sections for "Page a Day":

  1. Innovative Education: Podcasts that transform your understanding of the world through educational content.
  2. Scientific Frontiers: Explorations into the latest in science and technology.
  3. Compelling Storytelling: Captivating narratives that tell compelling stories, both true and fictional.
  4. Historical Journeys: Delving into the past to uncover the stories that shaped our world.
  5. Cultural Exploration: Insights into diverse cultures, music, art, and societal trends.
  6. Mind and Body: Focusing on mental health, wellness, fitness, and self-improvement.
  7. Business and Entrepreneurship: For the aspiring entrepreneur and business enthusiast looking for inspiration and advice.

Given the evolving nature of podcast landscapes and listener preferences, the following list will aim to cover a broad spectrum of interests, ensuring there's something for everyone.

Sample Entry for Each Section:

Innovative Education

### Radiolab
    "Investigating a strange world."

**Theme**: Science, Philosophy
**Why Listen**: Radiolab creatively explores scientific and philosophical questions, making complex ideas accessible and entertaining.

Scientific Frontiers

### Science Vs
    "Pitting facts against everything else."

**Theme**: Science, Debunking Myths
**Why Listen**: Tackles myths and controversial topics with hard science, providing clarity and insights.

Compelling Storytelling

### This American Life
    "True stories of regular people and the extraordinary circumstances they find themselves in."

**Theme**: Storytelling, Society
**Why Listen**: Offers a mix of journalism and storytelling, covering a wide range of human experiences.

Historical Journeys

### Hardcore History
    "History on the edge of your seat."

**Theme**: History
**Why Listen**: Dan Carlin's deep dives into historical events are both informative and dramatically compelling.

Cultural Exploration

### Throughline
    "Go back in time to understand the present."

**Theme**: History, Culture
**Why Listen**: Provides the backstory to current cultural and societal events, enriching your understanding of the modern world.

Mind and Body

### The Happiness Lab
    "You might think you know what it takes to lead a happier life… more money, a better job, or Instagram-worthy vacations. You’re dead wrong."

**Theme**: Psychology, Happiness
**Why Listen**: Explores the science of happiness and how to apply it to everyday life.

Business and Entrepreneurship

### How I Built This
    "Innovators, entrepreneurs, and idealists, and the stories behind the movements they built."

**Theme**: Entrepreneurship, Inspiration
**Why Listen**: Offers insights into the journey of entrepreneurs and how they built their companies.

This structure provides a comprehensive journey through the podcasting landscape of 2024, ensuring listeners can find content that educates, entertains, and inspires.

  1. SmartLess - Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, Will Arnett
  2. Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus - Lemonada Media
  3. Scamanda - Lionsgate Sound
  4. Dateline NBC - NBC News
  5. Crime Junkie - audiochuck
  6. CounterClock - audiochuck
  7. Morbid - Morbid Network | Wondery
  8. Blind Plea - Lemonada Media
  9. Betrayal - iHeartPodcasts and Glass Podcasts
  10. Huberman Lab - Scicomm Media
  11. Stuff You Should Know - iHeartPodcasts
  12. The Daily - The New York Times
  13. Hidden Brain - Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam
  14. This American Life - This American Life
  15. The Bill Simmons Podcast - The Ringer
  16. Up First - NPR
  17. The Mel Robbins Podcast - Mel Robbins
  18. The Ramsey Show - Ramsey Network
  19. Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman - iHeartPodcasts
  20. Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend - Team Coco & Earwolf
  21. HBO's Succession Podcast - HBO
  22. On Purpose with Jay Shetty - iHeartPodcasts
  23. My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark - Exactly Right
  24. This Past Weekend - Theo Von
  25. The Ben Shapiro Show - The Daily Wire
  26. Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! - NPR
  27. The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) - Ascension
  28. The Megyn Kelly Show - SiriusXM
  29. 20/20 - ABC News
  30. Scheananigans with Scheana Shay - Dear Media
  31. The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast - Dr. Jordan B. Peterson【7†source】.