Apple has just revealed its list of the most popular podcasts of 2025, giving listeners a clear view of what everyone’s been tuning into this year. From breakout hits to long-standing favorites, Apple’s charts highlight the shows that dominated our ears in 2025.
The rankings cover a variety of categories, including the most popular shows, the biggest new hits, and the podcasts that were shared the most. Apple has also put together a curated selection of the year’s “best shows” based on their editorial team’s picks.
Top Shows of 2025
Listeners clearly couldn’t get enough of these podcasts:
- The Joe Rogan Experience
- The Daily
- The Mel Robbins Podcast
- Crime Junkie
- Dateline NBC
- SmartLess
- Call Her Daddy
- This American Life
- Huberman Lab
- The Ezra Klein Show
These shows not only attracted huge audiences but also kept listeners engaged week after week.
Top New Shows
2025 wasn’t just about established podcasts, some fresh faces made a big splash:
- Good Hang with Amy Poehler
- Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce
- Deadly Mirage
- Blink | Jake Haendel’s Story
- Murder in the Moonlight
- Devil in the Desert
- What Happened to Holly Bobo?
- Cold Blooded: Mystery in Alaska
- Unicorn Girl
- The Best People with Nicolle Wallace
These breakout hits quickly gained loyal followings and proved there’s always room for something new in the podcast world.
Top Series
Apple also highlighted the top series of the year, showcasing ongoing storylines that kept listeners hooked:
- The Telepathy Tapes
- The Binge Cases
- Deadly Mirage
- Blink | Jake Haendel’s Story
- Dateline Originals
- Murder in the Moonlight
- Serial
- THREE
- Devil in the Desert
- CounterClock
Regional and Global Charts
Apple made sure to localize the charts, so listeners can see what’s trending both globally and in their region. This gives a more accurate picture of what’s resonating with audiences around the world.
Best Shows of 2025
Beyond the charts, Apple’s editorial team selected a curated list of standout shows for 2025. These picks are meant to highlight the podcasts that offered exceptional storytelling, insights, or entertainment value.
Apple will reveal the official Apple Podcasts Show of the Year on December 4, so stay tuned for that announcement.
Explore the Charts
You can explore the full 2025 charts directly on the New tab of the Apple Podcasts app. Whether you’re looking for the most listened-to shows, the top new hits, or series to binge, there’s plenty to keep your earbuds busy.
What’s your favorite podcast of 2025? Did it make Apple’s list? Drop your comments below.
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