Edison Unveils Top 50 Podcast Rankings for Q4 2025
Edison Research showcases the dynamic landscape of podcasting with its Top 50 Podcast Rankings for Q4 2025. This analysis reflects the listening habits of weekly podcast consumers aged 13 and above. The data derives from Edison Podcast Metrics.
Top Five Podcasts Maintain Rankings
The leading podcasts remain consistent compared to Q3 2025. The following shows hold the top positions:
- 1. The Joe Rogan Experience
- 2. Crime Junkie
- 3. The Daily
- 4. Call Her Daddy
- 5. SmartLess
Significant Movements in Rankings
Various podcasts demonstrated notable growth this quarter:
- Stuff You Should Know: Climbed four spots to No. 6.
- This American Life: Rose five rankings to No. 7.
- This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von: Held steady at No. 8.
- Dateline NBC: Remained at No. 9.
- New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce: Dropped three spots to No. 10.
Fastest Risers and New Entrants
One of the fastest-growing podcasts this quarter was Good Hang with Amy Poehler, jumping to No. 38 after its March 2025 debut. This show recently received the Golden Globe Award for Best Podcast.
However, several popular podcasts, including This American Life and New Heights, did not qualify for Golden Globe consideration.
This quarter also welcomed three new podcasts to the Edison Top 50:
- The Diary of A CEO
- The 85 South Show
- Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce
Declining Shows
In contrast, The Charlie Kirk Show experienced the largest drop, plummeting 30 places after reaching No. 17 in Q3 2025.
Edison Research’s rankings illustrate the shifting preferences in podcast consumption. As the medium continues to evolve, tracking these changes remains crucial for understanding audience engagement.
