Best Science Podcasts
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Astronomy Cast
Astronomy Cast is an educational nonprofit podcast discussing various topics in the field of astronomy. The specific subject matter of each episode sh
L.I.S.A. Science Portal Gerda Henkel Foundation
German audio podcast
Skeptoid
podcast
Brains Matter
Brains Matter
Somewhere in the Skies
podcast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best science podcasts in 2026?▾
Based on 0 community votes, Astronomy Cast is currently ranked #1 in Science Podcasts with a score of pending more votes.
How are science podcasts ranked on Peakd?▾
Peakd ranks science podcasts using trust-weighted community votes. Each user rates on a 1-10 scale, and votes are weighted by the user's trust score (based on account age, consistency, and verification). Rankings cannot be bought or manipulated by companies.
How to choose the best science podcasts?▾
Look at the overall community score, read discussions, and compare specific aspects like value, performance, and ease of use. You can also use the head-to-head comparison feature to see two options side by side.
What are the most popular science podcasts?▾
The top-rated science podcasts based on community votes are: #1 Astronomy Cast, #2 L.I.S.A. Science Portal Gerda Henkel Foundation, #3 Skeptoid. See the full rankings above.
Are Peakd science podcasts rankings trustworthy?▾
Yes. Peakd uses trust-weighted voting to prevent manipulation. Rankings are based purely on community opinion — companies cannot pay for a higher position. All methodology is transparent.
What happens when two science podcasts have the same score?▾
When scores are tied, the one with more community votes ranks higher (more votes means a more reliable score). If votes are also equal, the entity that has been on the platform longer takes priority.