Best Science Fiction Podcasts
Updated: June 10, 2026
Top sci-fi podcasts with gripping audio dramas, speculative fiction, and futuristic storytelling. The best science fiction in audio form.
Best Science Fiction Podcasts — Ranked for 2026
Explore the best science fiction podcasts handpicked and ranked by CastFox. This list highlights 30 top-performing shows based on Apple Podcasts chart data, updated daily. Whether you're a new listener or a dedicated fan, these podcasts represent the most popular and highest-rated content in this category right now. Tap any show to view detailed analytics including listener estimates, chart rankings in 100+ countries, reviews, and platform distribution.
Top 30 Podcasts
30 shows- 1
Old Gods of Appalachia
DeepNerd Media
- 2
The NoSleep Podcast
Creative Reason Media Inc.
- 3
Last Resort
Voyage Media
- 4
Welcome to Night Vale
Night Vale Presents
- 5
EXTRA ANORMAL
iEX Studios
- 6
Biome
Alex Zoubine
- 7
The SCP Experience
Dr. NoSleep Studios
- 8
Matt From Nomad’s
Matt Crabtree
- 9
The Road of Shadows
Mark R. Healy
- 10
National Emergency
The Midnight Mystery
- 12
Desert Skies
Jared Carter
- 13
The Strata
Mark R. Healy
- 14
The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories
Scott Miller
- 15
Wolf 359
Kinda Evil Genius Productions, LLC
- 16
The Leviathan Chronicles
Leviathan Audio Productions
- 17
DERELICT
Night Rocket Productions
- 18
Mission To Zyxx
Mission To Zyxx
- 20
Bunker 8
The Midnight Mystery
- 21
The Left Right Game
QCODE
- 22
The Void
StillGood Audio Fiction
- 23
TANIS
Public Radio Alliance
- 24
La Mano Peluda
Radio Fórmula
- 25
Clarkesworld Magazine
Clarkesworld Magazine
- 26
DUST
Gunpowder & Sky
- 27
INSOMNIO
Fepo
- 28
Archive 81
Dead Signals
- 29
How i Died
Audiohm Media
- 30
Midst
Critical Role
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How CastFox Ranks Podcasts
CastFox ranks podcasts using real chart data collected daily from Apple Podcasts. Unlike editorial picks or listener polls, our rankings are based on actual chart performance — giving you an objective view of what people are listening to right now.
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