Top 100 Documentary Podcasts

An exciting History podcast for lovers of history in a rush!
Also featuring longer episodes with Historians , Veterans and more.
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Sword and Scale is an internet radio show and website covering the dark underworld of crime and the criminal justice system’s response to it. The first episode launched January 1st, 2014 and feature stories of murder, abduction, rape, and even more bizarre forms of crime. It’s the purest form of true-crime where the raw uncensored audio tells the story. Everything from 911 calls to court testimony, interviews with victims and sometimes with perpetrators give listeners a 360 degree look at the seedy underbelly of human nature and so-called civilized society. Told from an everyman's point of view, Sword and Scale goes beyond the news clips and the sensationalist headlines to hold up a mirror to the audience and ask, "Is it us versus them? Or are we just like 'them' too?" Sword and scale proves that the worst monsters are real.

Scene on Radio is a two-time Peabody-nominated podcast that dares to ask big, hard questions about who we are—really—and how we got this way. Previous series include Seeing White (Season 2), looking at the roots and meaning of white supremacy; MEN (Season 3), on patriarchy and its history; The Land That Never Has Been Yet (Season 4), exploring democracy in the U.S. and why we don’t have more of it; and The Repair (Season 5), on the climate crisis: Where did we go so wrong in our relationship with the rest of the natural world, and who's "we"? Produced and hosted by John Biewen and created at the Center for Documentary Studies at Duke University, Scene on Radio is supported by the Kenan Institute for Ethics at Duke University. The show is distributed by PRX.

Tom Meets Interesting People delves deep into the projects and processes of anyone from voice actors to nuclear engineers. Each week, I will interview a different interesting person and help them share their story, discuss the challenges they have faced along the way, and look at the tools and techniques they have used to do what they do. In the process, I aim to help you understand what they do and why they do it.I aim to interview guests with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and knowledge. So far, I have met AI creators, hostages negotiators, and Twitch streamers.Each interview ends with a questionnaire, and in that, my guest only gets one swear word with Tom.New episodes every Tuesday!Check out our social media:Twitter:https://twitter.com/tommeetspeopleInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/tommeetspeople/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@meetsinterestingpeopleLinktree:https://linktr.ee/tommeetsinterestingpeopleWatch the podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNvrfAfgj2hzSDVWTEJjD6ALEAVE A REVIEW ON GOODPODS:https://www.goodpods.com/podcasts/213696

Most people don’t know that you’re considered a cancer survivor at the moment of diagnosis. It wasn’t always this way. Sixty years ago, a cancer diagnosis was a death sentence. And if you did survive, you were left to figure out the rest of your life on your own.

But some survivors demanded something different, something better.

From OffScrip Health, this is The Cancer Mavericks, a deep-dive narrative into the people who fought for better treatment, forced doctors to listen, and pushed America to see the human side of the disease.

Episodes of this series will publish monthly through the end of December 2021 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the signing of the National Cancer Act of 1971. For more information, visit https://cancermavericks.com.

History might be written by the winners, but in presidential politics the story is often shaped by the Long Shots. Journalist Conor Powell profiles eight presidential candidates who lost the race for the White House but dramatically changed America’s political landscape - right up to today.

Long Shots is the story of America’s presidential battles – the contentious contest for the most powerful office in the world - and how knowing where we've been can help us choose a better tomorrow.

With the help of top journalist and campaign heavyweights - NBC’s Andrea Mitchell, Molly Jong-Fast, Larry King, Carl Cameron, Bay Buchanan, and James Zogby - you will learn how these political outsiders reshaped American political culture, like the affable but divisive Pat Buchanan, who laid the foundation for much of today’s divisive conservative discourse, and Jesse Jackson, who literally changed the face of the Democratic Party.

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/LongShots.

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We're a married couple delivering interesting true crime stories each Sunday. We despise criminals. We respect victims. Hours of research in every episode. Grab a coffee and join the club.

Somewhere in the Skies is a weekly podcast covering UFOs and the unexplained. Hosted by author and television host, Ryan Sprague, and journalist, Chrissy Newton, they explore the unknown through case histories, special guest interviews, and through audio documentaries. Join Ryan and Chrissy as they try to make sense of the mysteries that lay somewhere in the skies. New episodes every Monday. Learn more at www.somewhereintheskies.com

Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/somewhere-in-the-skies.

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Original reporting you’ve come to expect from Project Brazen—extraordinary stories from around the world, told without fear or favor.

Project Brazen is a global journalism studio based in London and Singapore investigating some of the biggest scandals and stories of our time. Stay subscribed.

For ad-free listening, exclusive bonus content and early access to Project Brazen podcasts, subscribe to our channel on the Apple Podcasts app. You can try the subscription free for 7 days by going to apple.co/brazen

Learn more: https://projectbrazen.com/

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“KABUL FALLING” — In August 2021, the Taliban regained control of Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan. The takeover sent shockwaves throughout the country. It forced thousands of Afghans to leave their old lives behind and embark on a hellish journey for survival. In this eight-episode podcast, Afghans themselves will tell you how it happened. You’ll hear stories about big risks, close calls, and unexpected moments of kindness — or luck — that changed everything. You’ll meet Afghan women and men from different walks of life, and even a young man who chose to fight with the Taliban — in his eyes, to protect the country he loves.

This is the story of a home ripped apart — and of a courageous new beginning.

For more, visit: http://www.kabulfalling.com/

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“RESISTANCE: Stories from Ukraine” — a harrowing and inspirational journey across Ukraine in the first weeks of Russia’s invasion. While the military wages war on the frontlines, everyday citizens are picking up whatever weapons they can, including their smartphones, computers, sewing needles, and guitars. Photojournalist Laurel Chor travels to cities across the country during the Russia-Ukraine war, finding extraordinary stories that go beyond the headlines.

For more, visit: http://www.projectbrazen.com/resistance

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“FAT LEONARD” — Under arrest and battling cancer, Leonard Francis, aka FAT LEONARD, is angry, and he’s talking for the first time. His explosive story will change the way you look at the U.S. Navy forever.

For more, visit: http://www.fatleonardpodcast.com

A podcast about plants for when you’re stuck inside.

Libertines, Lotharios and Complete B******s. True stories of history's most badly behaved men and women. Join roguish host Simon Talbot as he uncovers the disreputable lives and fascinating times of historical hellraisers like Giacomo Casanova, Catherine the Great and Errol Flynn, along with a bawdy cast of colourful characters that you may not have heard of. Become a Lovable Rogue because everything is more fun in period costume.

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Traveling New Jersey interviewing awesome people from around the Garden State! We connect with local businesses, nonprofits, and others who are doing amazing things so you can hear their stories. Buckle up and ride with host Mike Ham as he travels all over the state every week to learn about all of your neighbors!

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Mysterious Radio is the place to go for mind-expanding, thought-provoking content at its finest. We are dedicated to exploring the mysteries of this world and taking our listeners on a journey to uncover shocking revelations with top scientists, best selling authors and renowned journalists. Our top rated podcast provides exceptional analysis of extraordinary events, ancient history, supernatural places, true crime, UFO contact and unexplained phenomena - making us one of the leading sources for uncovering never before heard information. By staying true to our mission statement – To inform and empower people through knowledge – we strive everyday toward a vision that seeks mental enlightenment for all who seek it receiving millions of downloads yearly. Are you ready? Just tap the follow or subscribe icon in your preferred podcast app to access all available episodes and get new releases. Mysterious Radio is proudly produced by an independent podcast team.

Environmental and social issues can feel confusing and overwhelming, especially when we try to tackle solutions on our own. That’s why it’s important to collaborate with other optimistic activists on sustainable strategies. When we join the movement together and break down complex practices, we can make profound changes. By focusing on collective movements over the long-term, our social impact makes our communities better. And eventually, our work becomes a beacon of hope for the entire world.

Welcome to Care More Be Better. This show amplifies voices and solutions to regenerate our planet and social systems. Each week, we invite you on a journey to work through the climate crisis and create an environmentally sound future for all. Move from interest to action and turn your curiosity about regenerative living into actions that are part of the solution.

Listen to stories from inspired individuals, ecologically responsible entrepreneurs, and conscious companies. These global agents create positive impacts around the globe. From pay-it-forward marketers to not-for-profits and community change makers, the stories get you thinking about how to secure the future for the human race. Become part of the regeneration by expanding your knowledge of agriculture, social systems, and the economy.

Tune in to understand the most important issues and aspects of the present time. Hear experiences from the front lines of social policies and political struggles. Feel enlightened by conversations about health, wellness, and mindfulness. Discover valuable entrepreneurship and business strategies. Hone your communication and leadership skills. This is your tool in building a better tomorrow, free of corporate influence. This podcast is the passion project and brainchild of Corinna Bellizzi, a cause-marketer and activist who seeks to live well by doing good.

A natural products industry executive, Corinna helped develop and grow several responsible brands. As the sales, marketing and education leader at Nordic Naturals, she unseated Carlson Labs and captured 40% market share. She led the establishment of the industry-leading algae omega-3 company orlonutrition.com. Plus, she reinvigorated legacy brands, SuperNutrition and Twinlab Corporation and founded Draco Natural Products’ international sales division. With these incredible achievements, Corinna currently focuses her efforts on regenerative solutions for global social and environmental problems, even creating carbon-negative nutrition solutions through her work with Orlo Nutrition.

Corinna’s colorful career and exceptional experiences fill this show with life-changing conversations. Beyond elevating business ventures and earning massive profits, she exemplifies how to deliver genuine value, achieve bigger things, and pursue significant change.

This podcast encourages listeners to become something more amid the challenges of today’s fast-paced and complicated world. By looking inward, you can impact people and the entire planet. True change starts with you and now you have a place to start. Inspired by Paul Hawken’s aspirational book Regeneration - Ending The Climate Crisis In One Generation, this show aims to create a realistic roadmap to a hopeful future. As the acclaimed author puts it: “global warming is not a science problem. It’s a human problem.” We are interconnected and it’s time to take meaningful steps, together.

It’s game on for humankind! Care More Be Better invites you to vote with your dollars, find your passion, take action for the planet, and inspire others to join you. One meaningful conversation at a time, we're building a brighter future where everyone feels joyous and loved, true equality becomes the norm, and communities around the globe regenerate our planet.

It’s time to rethink how we live to reverse climate change. Find out how to unleash your inner activist today: https://caremorebebetter.com/.

A variety show, where we dive deep into various topics each week. Join Jonathan as he welcomes a new guest every week.

Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories. By and from those that have been there. Crime stories from those that investigated crimes and caught criminals. Also victims of crimes tell about their experience. We also feature trauma stories, by those that have been through it. Often crime based, but not always, people talk about the trauma, how it impacted them and how they built their lives after.

It is a True Crime Show, a Law Enforcement Officer Show and a Human Interest show all in one. Get a glimpse of life behind the badge, investigations of true crimes, violence they encounter and experience. Law enforcement officers, first responders, military veterans, victims of crime and their families tell their stories of the trauma they experienced mostly regarding True Crime incidents. They also talk about how they built their new lives they wanted afterwards. While many people think the show is about Law Enforcement Training, or Law Enforcement specific topis, it is not, think of True Crime Podcasts with a twist.

The Law Enforcement Talk Show goes to radio first. Therefore it is required that I use a clock for the length of segments. You've probably seen on television news interviews that they have a hard break. It's the same with radio. The stations have to be able to program in their commercials, news, weather, traffic reports etc. These are called avails, they are NOT Optional. Every guest knows about and is informed of the length of the segments and that I will interrupt them if needed to go to the break. The interviews are recorded and the guests know that the segments must be in a certain length and it is required and they get to tell their stories to millions of people for free.

The twice weekly podcast version of the syndicated Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show, with numerous affiliate US Radio Stations, broadcasting once a week to millions of people.

The show host, John "Jay" Wiley, is a radio DJ and Retired Baltimore Police Sergeant. The show started as a podcast, before being recruited by terrestrial AM-FM radio stations and has been in continuous operation since March of 2017. You can reach him at jay@letradio.com.

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THE Punk Rock and Paranormal Podcast! Stories and interviews featuring the finest in the realms of the paranormal, UFOs, cryptids, horror, punk rock and all-around generally spooky stuff.

Harry Robinson grabs his mic, spills his coffee, cleans up his coffee and then interviews real people with real stories. Cult members. KKK grand wizards. DEA agents hunting the world's most wanted man. No stone is left unturned.

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Lizzie Borden Audio is a new episodic series that appeals to lovers of the dark and macabre nature of a historical true crime investigation from the famous 1892 case. Told from multiple witnesses utilizing the primary source transcripts with short musical interludes, it is the first podcast made entirely from trial testimony with humorous bits of music to accent the absurd and sometimes comical nature of the crime. All work is nonfiction and comes from the trial, the published works of Borden scholars, and the newspapers of the time.