Are you looking for something new to stick in your ears? We have the top 10 most streamed podcasts for May 2025, so far. Of course, it depends on who you ask. We’re going to look at Spotify’s list today.
Top 10 Most Streamed Podcasts on Spotify
1. The Joe Rogan Experience
Comedian Joe Rogan has hosted this podcast since 2009, and it features conversations with a wide range of people. The topics discussed are just as wide-ranging. It used to be on Spotify only, but can now be found on Apple Podcasts and YouTube. With its number 1 position in the top 10 most streamed podcasts, it’s clear that it’s popular. Recent episodes had conversations with Jimmy Carr, Aaron Rodgers, and Amanda Knox.
2. Andrew Schulz’s Flagrant with Akaash Singh
The description says that it’s “unfiltered, unapologetic, and unruly.” They also make a point of saying that it’s not a show for sensitive folks. Recent episode titles include “Bernie Sanders Rips DC Corruption, The Israel Lobby, & Reveals How Billionaires Buy Politicians,” “Bible Expert on which Christianity is TRUE, the Book of Enoch, & if Christmas is Pagan,” and “Roasting Met Gala, Last of Us goes Gay, & F1 is IS America.”
3. Rotten Mango Video
“Rotten Mango is a true crime + all things spooky podcast,” according to the description. They’re discussing dark crimes and adding in some comedy. Recent episodes include “I Watched Diddy’s Lawyers Question Cassie For 12 Hours – This Is EVERYTHING That Happened,” “Cassie’s Husband Texts Diddy “I’d Like To Beat The F*ck Out Of You,” and ““I Got $4k To Rub Baby Oil On Her & Sean Watched In A Corner” – Male Worker Testifies In Combs Trial”
4. Good Hang with Amy Poehler
In the fourth entry on the top 10 most streamed podcasts, we have Amy Poehler having fun conversations with “celebrities and fun people.” It’s all about just having a good time. Recent episodes include Reneé Rapp, “Philly Justice,” and Michelle Obama.
5. This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von
It’s a weekly podcast with comedian Theo Von hosting conversations with various guests. Recent episodes include Andrew Huberman, “Retired Las Vegas Police Sgt.,” and Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson.
6. Something Scary
A horror podcast hosted by Blair Bathory, which shares “ghost stories, urban legends, and folktales from around the world.” This is one for folks who enjoy all things scary! Recent episodes include “Grief Makes Ghosts of Us All,” “Dead Awake,” and “A Mother’s Deadly Instinct.”
7. Crime Junkie
Number seven in the top 10 most streamed podcasts, shares true crime cases every Monday, hosted by Ashley Flowers and Brit Prawat. They discuss a variety of true crime cases every week. Recent episodes include “SERIAL KILLER: The Doodler,” “MURDERED: Peggy Hettrick Part 1,” and “MURDERED: Peggy Hettrick Part 2.”
8. Talking Counter
A podcast for fans of Counter-Strike, the first-person shooter video game. Gamers talking about their favorite game!
9. The Daily
The New York Times podcast, The Daily, is hosted by Michael Barbaro. Twenty-minute episodes are released five days a week by 6 A.M. Listen for the latest big news stories.
10. The Tucker Carlson Show
Conservative host Tucker Carlson, discussing current events, rounds out the top 10 most streamed podcasts. Episodes are released every few days.
Wrapping it Up!
The top 10 most streamed podcasts right now show that folks have quite an interest in current events and true crime! If any of these strike your fancy, you can find them on Spotify or other podcasting platforms. If you’re looking for other options, check out previous lists!
