Top 10 Apple Podcasts — Top Shows (US) — March 21, 2026

Joe Rogan’s massive interview show lands at #2, a position that would be shocking only if it weren’t so predictable — his long-form conversations continue to dominate despite the platform’s algorithm changes.

“Crime Junkie” holds strong at #3, proving that Audiochuck’s weekly true crime deep dives have an unshakeable grip on American listeners who can’t resist a well-told cautionary tale.

NBC’s “Dateline NBC” grabs #4, a testament to how the TV newsmagazine’s podcast extension has become a standalone powerhouse, feeding the same audience that clicks on crime documentaries.

“Mick Unplugged” by Realm slides into #5, a surprising entry that pushes past bigger names — it’s a leadership interview show that’s quietly building a cult following among professionals looking for no-nonsense career advice.

“The Secret World of Roald Dahl” at #6 is the list’s most intriguing anomaly, a narrative exploration of the children’s author that shows listeners are hungry for storytelling beyond the crime genre.

Andy Frisella’s “REAL AF” lands at #7, a no-filter business and mindset podcast that appeals to the same cohort as “Mick Unplugged” but with a harsher, more confrontational tone.

NBC News’ “Trace of Suspicion” at #8 is another true crime entry, following a single case per season and proving that serialized investigative narratives remain a reliable traffic driver for legacy media.

NPR’s “Up First” hits #9, the shortest daily news podcast in the top 10 — it’s the quick-hit alternative to The Daily, serving listeners who want the headlines in under 15 minutes.

“Morbid” closes the list at #10, still a heavy hitter in true crime after years of hosting, but losing ground to fresher competitors and the surprising non-crime entries above it.