In recent years, podcasts have become a part of mainstream media and are now one of the easiest methods for learning new information. Podcasts can be especially convenient for busy high school students; audiences can listen to an episode at regular or double speed while on the go. Here are a few of our top picks that you need to check out this year!
Stuff You Should Know
Whether you have a specific area of interest that you want to learn more about or you’re just a curious person, Stuff You Should Know is the podcast for you! For over ten years, hosts Josh Clarke and Chuck Bryant have explored and discussed everything from the gig economy to composting to pet psychics. Averaging an hour per episode (with a few shorter 15-minute episodes), these discussions are sure to tickle your brain!
TED Talks Daily
From Monday to Friday, TED Talks Daily brings you the latest talks in audio. Join the host, journalist Elise Hu, for thought-provoking ideas on every subject imaginable. Listen to the world’s leading thinkers and creators discuss topics like Artificial Intelligence, Zoology, and everything in between. This podcast series is a surefire way to help change your perspectives, ignite your curiosity, and learn something new.
Stuff You Missed in History Class
Created by the staff of How Stuff Works, Stuff You Missed in History Class discusses vital turning points in history. High schoolers can tune in at their convenience to learn about important historical events that are not often included in the school curriculum. From the history of veterinary medicine to the creation of Wonder Woman to Hawaii’s pineapple industry, the topics covered are diverse. The brain can never learn too much!
Overheard at National Geographic
This podcast is for students who are fascinated by the world around them. Each week, hosts Peter Gwin and Amy Briggs are joined by professionals from vastly different fields to discuss a conversation they overheard at the National Geographic headquarters. Some episodes cover more historical topics such as the judicial papyrus of Turin while some, like the episode “The Frozen Zoo,” discuss subjects that may be more interesting to science-oriented students.
All of these podcasts are available on iHeart Radio, and some are available on Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify.
