Top 10 Apple Podcasts — Top Shows (US) — May 14, 2026

The top podcasts on Apple Podcasts for May 14, 2026, reveal exactly what US audiences want to hear: breaking news and true crime in equal measure. 'The Daily' from The New York Times secures the #1 ranking with essential news analysis, while true crime shows dominate the list—'Crime Junkie', 'Dateline NBC', and 'Morbid' all crack the top eight. What stands out this month, though, is the rise of unexpected formats: the dating competition 'Love Trapped' and the comedy-talk hybrid 'Strike Force Five' prove listeners crave something fresh, while celebrity hangouts like 'Good Hang with Amy Poehler' (at #10) signal that personality-driven content is breaking through. This matters because Apple Podcasts tracks actual listening behavior across iOS devices rather than subscriptions alone—making this a genuine window into what Americans are genuinely choosing to play right now.