The 14 Best Youtube Podcasts (2026)

Three anime YouTubers walk into a recording studio in Tokyo and somehow created one of the most entertaining podcasts on the internet. Joey (The Anime Man), Garnt (Gigguk), and Connor (CDawgVA) originally bonded over their shared love of Japanese culture, but Trash Taste has grown into something much bigger than anime talk. On any given week, they might spend two hours debating the best convenience store food in Japan, sharing horror stories about fan meetups, or arguing passionately about whether bread crusts are worth eating. The chemistry between these three is genuinely fun to listen to. They interrupt each other constantly, call out bad takes without mercy, and somehow manage to turn the most mundane topics into heated debates. Joey brings the deep anime knowledge, Garnt offers surprisingly thoughtful cultural commentary, and Connor is basically the chaotic wildcard who will disagree with anything just to keep things spicy. With nearly 300 episodes and a 4.9-star rating from over 3,000 reviews, the show has built a massive following that extends way beyond the anime community. Episodes run about 90 minutes to two hours, and they frequently bring on guests from the YouTube and streaming world. If you want a podcast that feels like eavesdropping on three friends who happen to live in Japan and have strong opinions about literally everything, this is it.

Rhett McLaughlin and Link Neal have been best friends since first grade in North Carolina, and after building one of the biggest YouTube empires with Good Mythical Morning, they created Ear Biscuits as a space for longer, more personal conversations. This is where you get to know who Rhett and Link actually are beyond the taste tests and silly challenges. Over nearly 500 episodes, they have talked openly about everything from deconstructing their evangelical faith to navigating midlife identity crises, and they do it with a warmth that makes you feel like you are sitting at their kitchen table. Some weeks are genuinely funny and light, other weeks get surprisingly emotional and raw. The show earned a 4.9-star rating from over 23,000 reviewers, which tells you something about how deeply people connect with it. Episodes typically run about an hour and come out weekly. Note that Rhett and Link announced an indefinite hiatus in December 2025 for personal health reasons, so the existing back catalog is what you have to work with for now. Still, those 498 episodes represent over a decade of two lifelong friends being remarkably honest on mic. For longtime GMM fans or anyone who appreciates genuine long-form conversation, this archive is worth its weight in gold.

Logan Paul turned his massive YouTube following into a full-blown podcast empire with Impaulsive, and the results are exactly as chaotic and entertaining as you would expect. Co-hosted with Mike Majlak, the show pulls in A-list guests like Tom Brady, Lil Yachty, and the Bella Twins for wide-ranging conversations that bounce between sports, pop culture, business, and the kind of personal stories that only come out late at night. The format is loose and unscripted. Logan is a polarizing figure, no question, but his interview style has gotten genuinely sharper over the course of 490-plus episodes. He asks the questions most hosts would not, and his guests tend to let their guard down in ways they do not on traditional media. Episodes run anywhere from 50 minutes to over two hours depending on the guest. The production quality is high, with video versions on YouTube pulling millions of views per episode. It sits at a 4.4-star rating from over 22,000 reviews, reflecting a fanbase that is passionate even if opinions are divided. If you are looking for celebrity interviews that feel more like hanging out than a press junket, and you do not mind some bro-culture energy mixed in, Impaulsive delivers that consistently.

Ethan Klein built his reputation on YouTube with h3h3Productions reaction videos, and the H3 Podcast has become its own beast entirely. Running since 2016 with nearly 1,000 episodes, it is one of the longest-running YouTube-native podcasts in existence. Ethan and his wife Hila host marathon sessions that regularly stretch past three hours, covering internet drama, celebrity news, political commentary, and whatever else catches their attention that week. The show updates twice a week, which means there is always fresh content to keep up with. Ethan is genuinely funny but also divisive. He has a talent for getting under the skin of internet personalities, which has led to some legendary feuds and some genuinely uncomfortable moments. The crew behind the show adds another layer, with producers and staff members becoming characters in their own right, contributing bits and reactions that fans follow closely. The 4.7-star rating from over 22,000 reviews reflects a deeply loyal audience, though the comment sections can get heated. Production-wise, the show features call-in segments, soundboard gags, and recurring bits that longtime viewers adore. The show took a brief hiatus in late 2025 but returned in January 2026 and has been going strong since. If you are plugged into YouTube culture and internet discourse, this podcast is practically required listening. It is messy, opinionated, way too long, and somehow completely addictive.

Colin Rosenblum and Samir Chaudry are YouTube creators who turned their camera on the creator economy itself, and the result is the most insightful podcast about the business of being a content creator. With 386 episodes and a near-perfect 4.9 rating from over 600 reviews, they have carved out a unique niche by analyzing YouTube trends, platform algorithm changes, and creator business models with the kind of depth that actually helps people. New episodes drop every Monday, and they consistently tackle questions that working creators obsess over. How did MrBeast structure his latest deal? What does the Netflix-YouTube convergence actually mean for mid-tier creators? Should you start a podcast alongside your channel? They bring real data and their own experience building a successful media brand to every conversation. The tone hits a sweet spot between analytical and accessible. They are not just talking heads reading headlines. They interview other creators and industry insiders, break down specific strategies, and share what is actually working in their own business. Colin and Samir also produce polished video essays on their YouTube channel that complement the podcast episodes, giving you multiple angles on the same stories. At around 45-60 minutes per episode, it is tight enough to finish during a commute but dense enough to feel like you learned something. For anyone building an audience on YouTube or thinking about it seriously, this is essential weekly homework.

Kevin Lieber from Vsauce2 and his co-host Matt Tabor sit down with some of the most interesting people on the internet to figure out how they got there and whether they can stay. The Create Unknown has hosted everyone from Casey Neistat to iDubbbz to Vsauce himself, and the conversations go way beyond surface-level creator tips. This is a show about the psychology of making things online, the business realities that nobody talks about publicly, and the weird cultural shifts happening in digital media. Kevin and Matt describe their approach as part high-level analysis and part hopelessly stupid, which is accurate. One minute they are breaking down the economics of a YouTube channel, and the next they are spiraling into an absurd tangent about conspiracy theories or bad movies. It works because both hosts are genuinely curious and refuse to take themselves too seriously. With 278 episodes since 2018 and a 4.8-star rating, they have built a consistent audience of people who care about the internet as a creative medium. Recent episodes have tackled AI-generated content, the sustainability of creator careers, and what authenticity even means when your life is a brand. Episodes run about an hour and come out weekly.

The Green brothers, John and Hank, are YouTube OGs who started the Vlogbrothers channel back in 2007 and have been a fixture of internet culture ever since. John wrote The Fault in Our Stars. Hank co-founded a dozen educational ventures. Together on Dear Hank and John, they answer listener questions about life with a mix of genuine wisdom, brotherly bickering, and the occasional update on Mars exploration and AFC Wimbledon soccer results. The format is beautifully simple. Listeners write in with problems big and small, and the brothers offer advice that ranges from surprisingly profound to deliberately ridiculous. There is something comforting about hearing two accomplished adults admit they have no idea what they are doing most of the time. Over 440 episodes and a 4.9-star rating from nearly 8,000 reviewers speak to how beloved this show has become. It releases biweekly, with episodes running about 45 minutes to an hour. The show has a warmth to it that is hard to manufacture. John and Hank clearly like each other, clearly enjoy making this podcast, and that energy carries through every episode. If you grew up watching Vlogbrothers or just want a podcast that makes you feel a little more hopeful about the world, this one delivers consistently.

Smosh has been a YouTube institution since 2005, and Smosh Mouth is where the current cast drops the scripted sketches and just talks. Hosted by Shayne Topp and Amanda Lehan-Canto with rotating members of the Smosh crew, the show covers whatever is on their minds that week, from internet rabbit holes to behind-the-scenes chaos from filming. With 225 episodes and a 4.9-star rating from over 4,500 reviews, it has become a fan favorite for people who want more of the Smosh personalities beyond YouTube videos. Each episode runs about 60 to 75 minutes and hits weekly. The chemistry between the cast members is the real draw here. These are people who spend their days together making comedy content, and the podcast captures the genuine friendships and inside jokes that exist off camera. Shayne brings sharp comedic timing and Amanda keeps things grounded while still being hilarious. The rotating guest chair means you get different dynamics each week. Topics are usually light and fun, though they occasionally get personal in ways that surprise you. If you already watch Smosh on YouTube, this podcast fills in the gaps between uploads. If you have never watched Smosh, it is honestly a solid entry point for understanding why this crew has stayed relevant for nearly two decades.

Theo Von has one of the most distinctive voices in comedy, and his YouTube-first podcast has turned him into a bonafide cultural figure. This Past Weekend started in 2016 as a place for Theo to riff on whatever happened during the week, and over 528 episodes it has evolved into one of the most popular interview shows on the internet. His guest list is wild in its range. One week it is Chris Hemsworth, the next it is Bernie Sanders, then a random person Theo met at a gas station. He treats every guest with the same laid-back curiosity, and his Southern storytelling style makes even mundane conversations feel entertaining. Theo grew up in Louisiana and his comedy draws heavily from that background, full of colorful metaphors and observations that nobody else would think to make. The show sits at a 4.7-star rating from over 26,000 reviews, and YouTube clips from the podcast regularly go viral with millions of views. Episodes run one to three hours depending on the guest and how deep the conversation goes. There is a raw honesty to the show that sets it apart from more polished podcast productions. Theo has been open about his struggles with addiction and mental health, and those candid moments give the comedy real weight.

KILL TONY is a live comedy podcast that functions like an open mic night on steroids. Recorded weekly in Austin, Texas, hosts Tony Hinchcliffe and Brian Redban invite aspiring comedians to perform one minute of stand-up, then roast and critique them in real time with help from celebrity comedian guests. The format creates genuinely unpredictable moments. Some performers bomb spectacularly and the resulting commentary is brutal. Others surprise everyone with killer sets and get invited back. With 757 episodes and counting, it ranked as the second most-watched podcast on YouTube in 2025. The show thrives on its live energy and the anything-can-happen atmosphere of the performances. Tony is a sharp roast comic with a mean streak that some people love and others find too harsh. Brian Redban, who co-founded the show, serves as the wildcard producer and occasional voice of chaos. The rotating celebrity guests have included some of the biggest names in stand-up comedy. Episodes drop frequently and run about 90 minutes to two hours. Production quality has ramped up significantly as the show moved to bigger venues. It holds a 4.4-star rating from over 5,000 reviews. If you love stand-up comedy and enjoy the tension of watching someone either crush it or crash on stage, KILL TONY is addictive viewing.

Steven Bartlett dropped out of university at 18, built Social Chain into a publicly traded company, became the youngest-ever investor on Dragons Den, and then decided to share everything he learned through a podcast. The Diary of a CEO has grown into one of the biggest interview shows on YouTube, with over 800 episodes featuring guests like Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi, free solo climber Alex Honnold, and social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. Steven has a particular talent for getting high-profile guests to open up about their failures, fears, and personal struggles alongside their professional wins. The interviews are long and unhurried, usually running 90 minutes or more, which gives conversations room to go somewhere meaningful. His questioning style is direct but empathetic. He does real preparation and asks follow-up questions that show he is actually listening. The show releases twice a week and carries a 4.6-star rating from over 5,300 reviews. The YouTube versions are beautifully produced with cinematic quality that matches the caliber of the conversations. It skews toward business and personal development topics, but the guest range is broad enough that you will find episodes on health, relationships, creativity, and science too. For anyone interested in how successful people actually think and work, this is one of the better resources out there.

Shawn Ryan is a former Navy SEAL and CIA contractor who started interviewing people from all walks of life, and the YouTube audience showed up in a massive way. With a 4.9-star rating from over 44,000 reviews, The Shawn Ryan Show has become one of the most trusted long-form interview podcasts on the platform. The guest list spans military veterans, intelligence operatives, investigative journalists, politicians, cybersecurity experts, and historians. What makes the show work is Shawn himself. He is calm, respectful, and clearly does his homework before every interview. There is no gotcha journalism here. Guests feel safe enough to share stories they have never told publicly, and those moments produce some genuinely remarkable episodes. The show covers serious subjects, from covert military operations to political corruption to technological threats, but Shawn keeps things accessible. You do not need a military background to follow along or find it interesting. Episodes run about two hours and release weekly, with 338 episodes in the catalog. The production is clean and professional without being overly slick. For listeners who are tired of shallow celebrity interviews and want conversations with real substance and stakes, this podcast consistently delivers. It has grown explosively on YouTube because the content is simply that compelling.

Stephanie Soo built her YouTube following through mukbang videos and eating challenges, then pivoted into true crime storytelling with Rotten Mango and somehow made it one of the biggest podcasts on YouTube. With 509 episodes and a 4.8-star rating from over 25,500 reviews, the show covers dark crimes from around the world with an emphasis on psychological analysis and cases that Western media tends to overlook. Stephanie has a knack for finding stories from South Korea, Japan, India, and other countries that English-speaking audiences rarely hear about. Her research is thorough, and she presents cases in a narrative style that keeps you hooked even when the subject matter is genuinely disturbing. The tone walks an interesting line. Stephanie is naturally bubbly and conversational, which creates a strange contrast with the heavy topics she covers. Some listeners love that juxtaposition, finding it makes the content more approachable. Others find it jarring. The show releases weekly with episodes running about 60 to 90 minutes. Recent coverage has included multi-part series on cults and exclusive interviews with people involved in high-profile cases. If you are a true crime fan who has heard every American case covered a hundred times already, Rotten Mango opens up a whole world of international stories you probably do not know about.

Linus Sebastian built the biggest tech YouTube channel in the world with Linus Tech Tips, and every Friday he sits down with co-host Luke Lafreniere for The WAN Show to break down the week in technology news. It is essentially a tech news roundtable that runs anywhere from two and a half to four-plus hours, making it one of the longest weekly podcasts you will find. With 375 episodes and a 4.7-star rating, the show has become a staple for people who want their tech news filtered through the perspective of someone who actually builds, tests, and reviews hardware for a living. Linus and Luke cover everything from GPU launches and CPU benchmarks to corporate controversies, privacy scandals, and the business side of the tech industry. The format is straightforward: they work through a topic list, riff on each story, take live audience questions, and occasionally go on tangents that are more entertaining than the planned content. Linus is opinionated and not afraid to criticize companies by name, which gives the commentary an edge that sanitized tech journalism lacks. Luke brings a more measured perspective and keeps things balanced. The show started streaming live on YouTube back in 2015 and the live chat adds an interactive element that audio-only listeners miss. But even as a pure podcast, the depth of tech coverage is hard to beat.