Top 10 Apple Podcasts — Top Shows (US) — April 3, 2026

On April 3, 2026, Americans are tuning into news and true crime more than ever, with The New York Times' 'The Daily' nabbing the top spot on Apple Podcasts’ US daily chart. This list ranks the most-listened podcasts on Apple Podcasts, offering a real-time pulse of what captivates listeners—crucial for understanding shifting media habits outside algorithmic echo chambers. The top three alone—'The Daily,' 'Dateline NBC,' and 'The Joe Rogan Experience'—show a nation splitting time between hard-news analysis, classic investigative journalism, and long-form conversation. But the true surprise is 'The Idiot' at #5, a new Serial Productions & Times limited series that’s clearly struck a nerve, proving narrative nonfiction still has breakout power. Down at #7, Amy Poehler’s 'Good Hang' injects a rare laugh into an otherwise grim lineup. Apple Podcasts determines these rankings based on a combination of unique listeners and engagement, weighted daily—no industry trickery, just raw listener behavior.