Top 11 Space Podcasts
Space-themed podcasts worth listening to on your daily commute! Enjoy!
It doesn’t matter if you are an astrophysicist, a space-enthusiast or just interested in learning more about space, these space podcasts are engaging, informative and entertaining.
These podcasts range in playtime from 25mins to 1hr 30mins and vary from news-style formats to casual conversations between hosts about the cosmos. Enjoy!
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#11 — Main Engine Cut Off
Don’t have a lot of time? Get your news and other space-updates in these fairly short podcast episodes.
The Main Engine Cut Off host, Anthony Colangelo, takes a pragmatic approach to the space industry in these dense and informative podcasts. Topics include recaps and analysis of space-news, industry layoffs, interviews with space journalists and others guests, launches, new satellites, new discoveries and more.
Listen to the “Main Engine Cut Off” Podcast here.
#10 — Space Rocket History
History-Buff’s will fall in love with this podcast. Space Rocket History has over 200 episodes packed with Gemini and Apollo era space history. Relive historic moments with sound clips from NASA missions and in-depth play-by-play recaps. Topics and historical context are conveyed clearly as the listener's attention is grasped by strong details. The hosts successfully paints a picture with story-telling style narration to give the feeling as if situations were unfolding as you listen. This is a must for anyone interested in learning more about aerospace and space history!
#9 — Talking Space
The Talking Space hosts are passionate space enthusiasts and NASA Social Alumni who bring you first-hand access to the latest launches, press conferences, as well as exclusive interviews with industry insiders. This podcast is well worth your time and will leave you an “armchair space industry insider” within no time.
Listen to Talking Space Podcast here.
#8 — SpacePod
Dr. Carrie Nugent shares brief insights into new research in astronomy and astrophysics in these short episodes. Her light tone throughout interviews and research explanations ease the science-heavy content into understandable and digestible bites. This podcast left me wanting more…don’t worry, there are still over 100-episodes to keep you busy until the next release. Highly recommend spending 15 to 25-minutes of your day on this awesome podcast!
Listen to the SpacePod Podcast here.
#7 — Interplanetary Podcast
Enjoy the British accents of Matthew Russell and Jamie Franklin during The Interplanetary Podcast. The positive chemistry between both hosts brings an upbeat vibe to the show as they breath life into their slogan, “Putting the Ace back into Space.” Their BBC Radio style voices and fun banter will captivate you as they share updates and interviews with top space-experts. This podcast is a must listen!
Listen to the Interplanetary Podcast here.
#6 — Astronomy Cast
Produced by Wizzard media, hosts Fraser Cain and Dr. Pamela Gay are passionate about Astronomy and it’s easy to tell. The hosts consistently convey an entertaining conversational tone throughout each episode as they share fact-based discoveries about the universe. Topics include research results about the cosmos as well as a range of other interesting astronomy topics.
Listen to Astronomy Cast Podcast here.
#5 — The Orbital Mechanics
Engaging spaceflight history, up to date space news and fun facts make for an enjoyable podcast experience. Did you know the SpaceX second stage lasted 6-seconds longer than expected during its last launch? I didn’t, until I listened to the Orbital Mechanic podcast. This podcast is entertaining with a range of episode run-times. This is a great weekly show if you’re interested in technology, rockets and want to stay up to date with future space events.
They even have a community on Reddit /r/orbitalpodcast.
Listen to The Orbital Mechanics Podcast here.
#4 — Naked Astronomy, from the Naked Scientists
Keep up with news about the universe, interviews with professional astronomers and get the answer to all of your cosmic questions on The Naked Astronomy Scientists podcast, In partnership with Naked Scientists. These episodes are fun, at times quirky, and always entertaining.
Listen to the Naked Astronomy Podcast here.
#3 — Infinite Monkey Cage with Dr. Brian Cox
This Podcast is a version of the BBC 4 Radio show with extra material added. The Infinite Monkey Cage radio podcast is hosted by Astrophysicist Brian Cox and comedian Robin Ince. Episodes include interviews with astronauts and topics range from discussions about new space discoveries to more broader sciences. Fun, upbeat and engaging describes this longer formatted BBC radio show podcast.
Listen to The Infinite Monkey Cage Podcast here.
#2 — StarTalk
Charismatic host Astrophysicist Neil Degrasse Tyson is always worth your time. The Question and Answer episodes will leave you contemplating your existence for weeks. StarTalk blends science and entertainment in this powerhouse of a space podcast. StarTalk will entertain and amaze you regardless of how much you enjoy astronomy, space or learning about the cosmos. Go and listen to an episode, right now!
Listen to the StarTalk Podcast here.
#1 — Planetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science
It does not matter if you are not a member of The Planetary Society, you can still listen to The Planetary Radio podcast episodes for free! Ready, set, go!
Listen to the Planetary Radio Podcast here.
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