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Best Science Fiction Podcasts

Updated: June 5, 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. 1
    Old Gods of Appalachia

    Old Gods of Appalachia

    DeepNerd Media

  2. 2
    Last Resort

    Last Resort

    Voyage Media

  3. 3
    The NoSleep Podcast

    The NoSleep Podcast

    Creative Reason Media Inc.

  4. 4
    Welcome to Night Vale

    Welcome to Night Vale

    Night Vale Presents

  5. 5
    Biome

    Biome

    Alex Zoubine

  6. 6
    EXTRA ANORMAL

    EXTRA ANORMAL

    iEX Studios

  7. 7
    Matt From Nomad’s

    Matt From Nomad’s

    Matt Crabtree

  8. 8
    The SCP Experience

    The SCP Experience

    Dr. NoSleep Studios

  10. 10
    The Road of Shadows

    The Road of Shadows

    Mark R. Healy

  11. 11
    The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories

    The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories

    Scott Miller

  12. 12
    National Emergency

    National Emergency

    The Midnight Mystery

  13. 13
    The Strata

    The Strata

    Mark R. Healy

  14. 14
    The Leviathan Chronicles

    The Leviathan Chronicles

    Leviathan Audio Productions

  16. 16
    Mission To Zyxx

    Mission To Zyxx

    Mission To Zyxx

  17. 17
    Wolf 359

    Wolf 359

    Kinda Evil Genius Productions, LLC

  18. 18
    INSOMNIO

    INSOMNIO

    Fepo

  19. 19
    Desert Skies

    Desert Skies

    Jared Carter

  20. 20
    La Mano Peluda

    La Mano Peluda

    Radio Fórmula

  21. 21
    DERELICT

    DERELICT

    Night Rocket Productions

  22. 22
    TANIS

    TANIS

    Public Radio Alliance

  23. 23
    The Left Right Game

    The Left Right Game

    QCODE

  24. 24
    DUST

    DUST

    Gunpowder & Sky

  25. 25
    Bunker 8

    Bunker 8

    The Midnight Mystery

  26. 26
    Clarkesworld Magazine

    Clarkesworld Magazine

    Clarkesworld Magazine

  27. 27
    Midst

    Midst

    Critical Role

  28. 28
    How i Died

    How i Died

    Audiohm Media

  29. 29
    The Silt Verses

    The Silt Verses

    Eskew Productions Ltd

  30. 30
    The Void

    The Void

    StillGood Audio Fiction

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best science fiction podcasts?
Top sci-fi podcasts with gripping audio dramas, speculative fiction, and futuristic storytelling. The best science fiction in audio form. CastFox ranks these shows using daily Apple Podcasts chart data, giving you an always-current view of the top science fiction podcasts.
How does CastFox rank science fiction podcasts?
CastFox uses daily chart data from Apple Podcasts to rank science fiction podcasts by popularity. Rankings are updated every day to reflect the latest listener trends and chart movements.
Can I see detailed analytics for any podcast on this list?
Yes. Click any podcast to view its full profile on CastFox, including estimated listeners, chart rankings across 100+ countries, Apple Podcasts reviews, YouTube performance, platform distribution, and AI-powered web presence analysis.

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.

We track chart positions across every genre and over 100 countries. Each podcast on this page is ranked by its position on the Apple Podcasts charts, deduplicated and sorted to show the most popular shows first. Rankings refresh every 24 hours so you always see the latest trends.

Click any podcast to access its full CastFox analytics profile. You can explore estimated audience size, chart history over time, Apple Podcasts ratings and reviews, YouTube presence, platform availability, and AI-powered web analysis — all in one place.

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