Radiolab
WNYC StudiosRadiolab is on a curiosity bender. We ask deep questions and use investigative journalism to get the answers. A given episode might whirl you through science, legal history, and into the home of someone halfway across the world. The show is known for innovative sound design, smashing information into music. It is hosted by Lulu Miller and Latif Nasser.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 870 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Natural SciencesDocumentaryScienceSociety & Culture | |||
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In less than four years, mathematician Steve Strogatz watched AI go from flailing at basic arithmetic to solving problems that baffle the world’s best mathematicians. In September of 2026, Open AI announced it had solved a Millennium Prize Problem, o... more
In this short episode, first aired in 2011, a neurologist issues a dare to a ragtime piano player and a famous conductor. When the two men face off in an fMRI machine, the challenge is so unimaginably difficult that one man instantly gives up. But th... more
When you think about grass, what do you think of? Pool parties? Suburbs? Allergies? What about: human history? It turns out, unassuming grass, which exists on every continent, has an epic story to tell. One of transforming the planet, and … us. From ... more
“What is the sweetest thing in the world?” After co-host Latif Nasser’s sons ask him this deceptively simple question, he goes on a quest to find it. Is it a West African Katemfe berry? Or an industrial sugar substitute cooked up in a lab? Or an ingr... more
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- Radiolab then and now
Then: sophisticated and witty science-themed audio documentary. Now: dumbed down, overproduced, formulaic podcast that aims to force rather than cultivate a sense of wonder and curiosity. Just listen to “Oliver Sacks from where to where” (10.27.17) and then virtually any recent episode. The former draws you in, inspires your active listening, and stays with you afterwards. The latter beats you up, cultivates a partial/passive listener, and blends into every other episode. The contrast is startli... more
Apple Podcasts1wilhelmina a.
United States19 days ago - Used to be great
Radiolab used to be one of my favorite podcasts by far - but these days they seem more interested in pushing their premium services than producing new episodes. I think I can count on one hand the number of genuinely new stories they’ve released in the last eight months - so not really sure what they’re doing with the money their raising from their membership… bums me out…
Apple Podcasts1Rb1019United States23 days ago - RadioRerun Not Radiolab
What Jad and Robert started was so thoughtful, inspired, insightful and creative and felt like they made radio that lasted with you by telling stories that would stand the test of time. Fast forward to the second wave of new hosts and it’s turned into all reruns, with “new” episodes that feel uninspired and, while I never expected the new hosts to be the same as the OG, I did think that the stories would still leave me with memorable stories that would want me to continue to see the world in a n... more
Apple Podcasts2ATontheATUnited Statesa month ago - the best podcast show ever
you guys have rewired my brain in many different and best ways possible. y’all either got me staring at my life in wonder with your cosmos + universes eps or fascinated (and slightly disgusted) with your parasite episodes lol it’s amazing. im so thankful i found this show
Apple Podcasts5Jojo124558
Philippinesa month ago - Waiting for new stories…
Why did I remove a star?
I’ve been an avid listener of this podcast, and truly love the old, and new(-er) hosts thoroughly and completely! I don’t mind listening to some older reruns here and there, and I appreciate how you’ve all been mindful about making sure the reruns are relevant to news today, and even often give us an update at the end of the episode. It seems like there have been longer, and longer spaces of time between new episodes 💔. I also know the cut to public funding and broadca... more
Apple Podcasts4K.S. in the PNWUnited Statesa month ago
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Spotify | #120 | United States/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #2 | United States/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #165 | United States/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #1 | United States/Science/Natural Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #4 | United States/Science |
Spotify | #180 |  Canada/Top Podcasts |
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What is Radiolab about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A curious, mission-driven show that blends investigative journalism with science storytelling across topics from neuroscience to history and ecology. Episodes typically weave rigorous reporting, personal narrative, and inventive sound design to illuminate how science intersects culture, ethics, and everyday life. Listeners are drawn to thoughtful explorations of big questions, with emphasis on how research unfolds in the real world and how complex ideas become accessible and emotionally resonant. Notable strengths include a consistent curiosity-driven approach, high production values, and a knack for turning abstract concepts into compelling narratives with broad appeal for curious, literate audiences.
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Radiolab launched 20 years ago and published 870 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Radiolab include:
1. Steve Strogetz
2. Regina Barzoli
3. Bob Milne
4. Kerstin Bettermann
5. David George Haskell
6. Eric Walters
7. Charles Zucker
8. Paul Breslin
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