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Based on the latest insights from Spotify and other reputable sources, here’s a curated Top 20 Podcasts in the UK for April 2025, tailored for PodcastHeaven.co.uk. This list highlights a diverse range of genres, ensuring there’s something for every listener.
Top 20 UK Podcasts – April 2025
- The Diary of a CEO – Steven Bartlett
- A deep dive into the minds of successful entrepreneurs and thinkers, offering candid conversations about business and life.
- The Rest Is Politics – Alastair Campbell & Rory Stewart
- Insightful discussions on current political events, bridging perspectives from across the spectrum.
- The Joe Rogan Experience
- A long-form podcast featuring diverse guests, covering topics from science to culture.
- Shagged. Married. Annoyed. – Chris & Rosie Ramsey
- A humorous take on married life, parenting, and everything in between.
- Off Menu – Ed Gamble & James Acaster
- Comedians invite guests to discuss their dream meals, blending food talk with laughter.
- The News Agents – Emily Maitlis, Jon Sopel & Lewis Goodall
- A fresh perspective on daily news, breaking down complex stories with clarity.
- The Rest Is History – Tom Holland & Dominic Sandbrook
- Exploring historical events with wit and depth, making the past resonate today.
- The High Performance Podcast – Jake Humphrey & Damian Hughes
- Conversations with high achievers, uncovering the secrets to their success.
- The Therapy Crouch – Abbey Clancy & Peter Crouch
- A blend of relationship advice and personal anecdotes, delivered with charm.
- Happy Place – Fearne Cotton
- Discussions on mental health, happiness, and well-being with various guests.
- The Infinite Monkey Cage – Brian Cox & Robin Ince
- A witty exploration of scientific topics, making complex ideas accessible.
- The Bugle
- A satirical take on global news, delivering laughs alongside insights.
- You’re Dead To Me – Greg Jenner
- Combining history and comedy, this podcast brings historical figures to life.
- RedHanded – Hannah Maguire & Suruthi Bala
- True crime stories told with meticulous research and engaging storytelling.
- The Football Ramble
- A must-listen for football enthusiasts, covering matches, players, and fan culture.
- The Missing Cryptoqueen – Jamie Bartlett
- Investigating the disappearance of Dr. Ruja Ignatova and the OneCoin scam.
- How To Fail – Elizabeth Day
- Celebrating the lessons learned from failure, featuring interviews with notable figures.
- The Lazarus Heist – BBC World Service
- A gripping tale of cybercrime, North Korea, and the hunt for digital thieves.
- The Guilty Feminist – Deborah Frances-White
- A comedic exploration of feminism, tackling serious topics with humour.
- Grounded with Louis Theroux
- Intimate conversations with celebrities and thinkers, revealing their personal sides.
Note: Rankings are based on a combination of Spotify UK charts, listener reviews, and editorial insights as of April 2025.
Previous Years’ Top Podcasts
- Nasa Podcast
- The Joe Rogan Experience (The most listened to podcast with over 11 million listeners per episode)
- This is Katherine Ryan
- Planet Money
- Scam Influences
- The Daily ( Over 2 Million Downloads per episode )
- That Peter Crouch Podcast
- The Diary of a CEO
- The Bible In a Year
- Love Island – The Morning After
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