Top 10 Apple Podcasts — Top Shows (US) — April 24, 2026

On April 24, 2026, Apple Podcasts' US daily chart reveals a nation clinging to news, crime, and connection. The Daily snatches the top spot, proving The New York Times still commands morning attention. Crime Junkie and Dateline NBC hold firm at #2 and #4, confirming America’s insatiable appetite for true-crime storytelling. But the real surprise is Love Trapped at #3—a dating reality podcast that snuck into a news-heavy lineup, suggesting listeners want emotional drama with their current events. The list measures the most-listened shows on Apple Podcasts, reflecting what millions actually press play on, not just critics’ picks. For readers, this signals what topics dominate public conversation—whether it’s politics, justice, or viral relationships. The methodology comes directly from Apple Podcasts’ daily listener counts, aggregated in real time.