Apple has today announced the most popular podcasts of 2025 through a comprehensive set of charts, which include the most popular episodes and most shared shows.
The iPhone maker’s editorial team has also put together its own curated selection of what it considers to be the best shows of the year …
Apple says that it has localized the charts to offer both a global and regional perspective.
Listeners can explore the full collection of 2025 charts now through the end of the year directly on the New tab of the Apple Podcasts app. The 2025 charts provide multiple views into the year’s biggest hits.
The rankings include:
Top Shows, the most popular podcasts of the year based on listenership.
Top New Shows, the biggest breakout hits that debuted in 2025.
Most Followed Shows, the podcasts that gained the most new followers.
Most Shared Shows, the content listeners shared most often with friends and on social media.
Top Channels, a look at the most popular channels, based on listenership.
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