Top 10 Apple Podcasts — Top Shows (US) — March 18, 2026

Crime Junkie by Audiochuck remains a chart fixture at #2, its addictively paced true crime narratives drawing millions who want their murder mysteries served with relentless detail and minimal fluff.

Dateline NBC by NBC News lands at #3, leveraging its TV brand to deliver investigative crime stories that feel both nostalgic and urgent—a familiar voice in a crowded true crime landscape.

The Joe Rogan Experience by Joe Rogan sits at #4, a long-form conversation juggernaut that, even on a 'slow' day, commands massive listening hours with guests ranging from comedians to conspiracy theorists.

Pod Save America by its namesake collective holds #5, a liberal political commentary show that thrives on dissecting Trump-era politics and Democratic strategy, capturing the undimmed appetite for partisan analysis.

REAL AF with Andy Frisella by Andy Frisella debuts at #6, a blunt, expletive-laced business advice show that rejects soft motivation for hard truths—its jump into the top 10 signals a surging demand for no-excuses career coaching.

Up First from NPR by NPR secures #7, delivering a tightly edited 10-minute news burst that competes with The Daily for the early morning commute crowd, proving brevity still wins.

Trace of Suspicion by NBC News comes in at #8, a serialized true crime entry that focuses on a single unresolved case per season, offering the binge-friendly structure that keeps listeners hooked across multiple days.

Mick Unplugged by Realm breaks into the top 10 at #9, a interview series where host Mick talks to entrepreneurs and creators about their raw journeys—its presence here is a dark horse victory for niche podcast networks.

Good Hang with Amy Poehler by The Ringer closes the list at #10, a comedy-interview hybrid where Poehler chats with friends and celebrities, offering the light relief that balances the week's heavier news and crime offerings.

Crime Junkie by Audiochuck remains a chart fixture at #2, its addictively paced true crime narratives drawing millions who want their murder mysteries served with relentless detail and minimal fluff.

Dateline NBC by NBC News lands at #3, leveraging its TV brand to deliver investigative crime stories that feel both nostalgic and urgent—a familiar voice in a crowded true crime landscape.

The Joe Rogan Experience by Joe Rogan sits at #4, a long-form conversation juggernaut that, even on a 'slow' day, commands massive listening hours with guests ranging from comedians to conspiracy theorists.

Pod Save America by its namesake collective holds #5, a liberal political commentary show that thrives on dissecting Trump-era politics and Democratic strategy, capturing the undimmed appetite for partisan analysis.

REAL AF with Andy Frisella by Andy Frisella debuts at #6, a blunt, expletive-laced business advice show that rejects soft motivation for hard truths—its jump into the top 10 signals a surging demand for no-excuses career coaching.

Up First from NPR by NPR secures #7, delivering a tightly edited 10-minute news burst that competes with The Daily for the early morning commute crowd, proving brevity still wins.

Trace of Suspicion by NBC News comes in at #8, a serialized true crime entry that focuses on a single unresolved case per season, offering the binge-friendly structure that keeps listeners hooked across multiple days.

Mick Unplugged by Realm breaks into the top 10 at #9, a interview series where host Mick talks to entrepreneurs and creators about their raw journeys—its presence here is a dark horse victory for niche podcast networks.

Good Hang with Amy Poehler by The Ringer closes the list at #10, a comedy-interview hybrid where Poehler chats with friends and celebrities, offering the light relief that balances the week's heavier news and crime offerings.