Best 40 Debate Podcasts in the US

A curated list of the best debate podcasts to listen to. Each listing includes host, booking agent, and producer contact information to facilitate collaborations.

1. Modern-Day Debate

Modern-Day Debate
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We believe debates should be moderated on an equal playing field and host live debates on controversial

Host

James Kunz (Male)

Producer/Network

James Kunz

Last Episode Date

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Academic, Politician, Debater

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

3.9/5

Apple Review

(US) 200

Avg Length

93 mins
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2. First Take

First Take
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First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.

Hosts

Stephen A. Smith (Male), Molly Qerim (Female)

Producer/Network

ESPN

Last Episode Date

Email

****@espn.com

Listener Type

Sports Fan, Sports Analyst

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4/5

Apple Review

(US) 5436

Avg Length

48 mins

3. The Playbook Podcast

The Playbook Podcast
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POLITICO's Jack Blanchard and Dasha Burns bring their fresh insight, analysis and reporting to the biggest

Producer/Network

POLITICO

Last Episode Date

Email

****@politico.com

Listener Type

Political Analyst, Policy Maker, Government Official

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4/5

Apple Review

(US) 581

Avg Length

19 mins

4. Great Pop Culture Debate

Great Pop Culture Debate
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Finding the best in movies, music, TV and more--and YOU get a say!

Host

Eric Rezsnyak (Male)

Producer/Network

W!ZARD Studios

Last Episode Date

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Music Enthusiast, Pop Culture Aficionado, Movie Enthusiast

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.9/5

Apple Review

(US) 71

Avg Length

30 mins

5. Indisputable with Dr. Rashad Richey

Indisputable with Dr. Rashad Richey
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Truth and facts are what viewers can expect from 'Indisputable with Dr. Rashad Richey.' On the show, Dr.

Host

Dr. Rashad Richey (Male)

Producer/Network

TYT Network

Last Episode Date

Email

****@tytnetwork.com

Listener Type

Policy Maker, Social Justice Advocate

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.7/5

Apple Review

(US) 288

Avg Length

80 mins

6. Frederick Faith Debate

Frederick Faith Debate
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The Frederick Faith Debate is designed to be an open an honest forum for local faith community leaders to

Host

Pastor Troy Skinner (Male)

Producer/Network

930 WFMD

Last Episode Date

Email

****@protonmail.com

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

5/5

Apple Review

(US) 3

Avg Length

26 mins

7. The Mona Charen Show

The Mona Charen Show
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After a great five year run on Beg to Differ, Mona Charen brings you a new show dedicated to deepening your

Host

Mona Charen (Female)

Producer/Network

The Bulwark

Last Episode Date

Email

****@thebulwark.com

Listener Type

Intellectual

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.5/5

Apple Review

(US) 1274

Avg Length

54 mins

8. Real Time with Bill Maher

Real Time with Bill Maher
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Download and watch full episodes of Real Time with Bill Maher including his New Rules and Overtime segments

Host

Bill Maher (Male)

Producer/Network

HBO Podcasts

Last Episode Date

Email

****@hbo.com

Listener Type

Political Enthusiast, Comedian, Social Commentator

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.1/5

Apple Review

(US) 15121

Avg Length

42 mins

9. All In with Chris Hayes

All In with Chris Hayes
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The biggest news and political stories of the day with a commitment to in-depth reporting that consistently

Host

Chris Hayes (Male)

Producer/Network

MSNBC

Last Episode Date

Email

****@nbcuni.com

Listener Type

Political Analyst, Journalist

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.5/5

Apple Review

(US) 4950

Avg Length

43 mins

10. Firing Line with Margaret Hoover

Firing Line with Margaret Hoover
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Author, feminist, gay rights activist and political commentator Margaret Hoover leads a rigorous exchange of

Host

Margaret Hoover (Female)

Producer/Network

Firing Line With Margaret Hoover

Last Episode Date

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Activist, Political Commentator

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.9/5

Apple Review

(US) 171

Avg Length

41 mins

11. Donnybrook

Donnybrook
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The show that gives new meaning to the word 'debate.' Hear what happens when five quick-witted, highly

Hosts

Charlie Brennan (Male), Wendy Wiese (Female), Bill McClellan (Male), Alvin Reid (Male), Sarah Fenske (Female)

Producer/Network

Nine PBS

Last Episode Date

Email

****@ninepbs.org

Listener Type

Political Analyst, Journalist

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.4/5

Apple Review

(US) 33

Avg Length

41 mins

12. In the Arena: The Debates and Lectures of William Lane Craig

In the Arena: The Debates and Lectures of William Lane Craig
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This podcast features the debates and lectures of Dr. William Lane Craig.

Host

Dr. William Lane Craig

Producer/Network

Dr. William Lane Craig

Last Episode Date

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Academic Researcher, Philosopher, Theology Student

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.7/5

Apple Review

(US) 130

Avg Length

67 mins

13. Reptile Fight Club

Reptile Fight Club
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Justin and Rob tackle the most controversial topics in herpetoculture. The co-hosts or guests take one side

Hosts

Justin Julander (Male), Rob Stone (Male)

Producer/Network

MPR Network

Last Episode Date

Email

****@moreliapythonradio.com

Listener Type

Anime Enthusiast, Herpetologist

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.9/5

Apple Review

(US) 18

Avg Length

111 mins

14. KCRW's Left, Right & Center

KCRW's Left, Right & Center
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Left, Right & Center is KCRW's weekly civilized yet provocative confrontation over politics, policy and pop

Host

David Greene (Male)

Producer/Network

KCRW

Last Episode Date

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Political Analyst, Policy Maker

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

3.9/5

Apple Review

(US) 4772

Avg Length

51 mins

15. The Debate

The Debate
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A live debate on the topic of the day, with four guests. From Monday to Thursday at 7:10pm Paris time.

Host

Franu00e7ois Picard

Producer/Network

FRANCE 24 English

Last Episode Date

Email

****@francemm.com

Listener Type

Academic Researcher, Political Enthusiast

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.6/5

Apple Review

(US) 18

Avg Length

44 mins

16. Lost Debate

Lost Debate
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Lost Debate is a weekly podcast from The Branch that brings you news, ideas, and arguments from around the

Host

Ravi Gupta (Male)

Producer/Network

The Branch

Last Episode Date

Email

****@lostdebate.com

Listener Type

Educator, Political Enthusiast

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.6/5

Apple Review

(US) 585

Avg Length

53 mins

17. Interesting Times with Ross Douthat

Interesting Times with Ross Douthat
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The first draft of our future. Mapping the new world order through interviews and conversations. Every

Hosts

Michelle Cottle (Female), Ross Douthat (Male), Carlos Lozada (Male)

Producer/Network

The New York Times

Last Episode Date

Email

****@nytimes.com

Listener Type

Political Analyst

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4/5

Apple Review

(US) 7134

Avg Length

59 mins

18. Smash Boom Best: A funny, smart debate show for kids and family

Smash Boom Best: A funny, smart debate show for kids and family
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Smash Boom Best is a funny, smart debate show for kids and families from the Brains On Universe. Every

Hosts

Molly Bloom (Female), Sanden Totten (Male)

Producer/Network

Brains On! Universe

Last Episode Date

Email

****@americanpublicmedia.org

Listener Type

Educator, Parent

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.6/5

Apple Review

(US) 12865

Avg Length

34 mins

19. Debate This!

Debate This!
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If Kirby swallowed a boss from Metal Gear Solid, what absolutely bonkers power would he obtain? Which of the

Hosts

Andrew Henderson (Male), Kyle Harper (Male), Matt Cole (Male), Todd Thomas (Male)

Producer/Network

Debate This!

Last Episode Date

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Pop Culture Aficionado, Comic Book Enthusiast, Video Game Enthusiast

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.9/5

Apple Review

(US) 33

Avg Length

74 mins

20. Give Them An Argument

Give Them An Argument
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Give Them An Argument is a YouTube show and podcast dedicated to building a smarter, funnier and more

Host

Ben Burgis (Male)

Producer/Network

Ben Burgis

Last Episode Date

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Academic, Political Activist

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.5/5

Apple Review

(US) 132

Avg Length

84 mins

21. ABL Live!

ABL Live!
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ABL Live is a three hour podcast covering all things politics and culture. It is cut up into a couple of

Host

Anthony Brian Logan (Male)

Producer/Network

Anthony Logan

Last Episode Date

Email

****@anthonyblogan.com

Listener Type

Political Enthusiast, Cultural Commentator

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

5/5

Apple Review

(US) 183

Avg Length

183 mins

22. Finding Common Battle Grounds

Finding Common Battle Grounds
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Finding Common Battle Grounds is an attempt by two brothers - one conservative, the other progressive - to

Host

Ryan Cragun (Male)

Producer/Network

Ryan Cragun

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Activist, Political Enthusiast

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

5/5

Apple Review

(US) 3

Avg Length

83 mins

23. Sulha - Israel, Palestine & Beyond.

Sulha - Israel, Palestine & Beyond.
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Sulha (from the Arabic word for 'reconciliation') is a grassroots project working to bridge understanding

Host

Adar Weinreb (Male)

Producer/Network

Adar Weinreb

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Activist, Human Rights Advocate, Diplomat

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.5/5

Apple Review

(US) 8

Avg Length

106 mins

24. Fallacious Trump

Fallacious Trump
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Jim and Mark use the insane ramblings of a tiny-handed narcissist to explain logical fallacies. Each episode

Hosts

Jim Cliff (Male), Mark Levermore (Male)

Producer/Network

Jim & Mark

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Political Analyst, Critical Thinker

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.7/5

Apple Review

(US) 66

Avg Length

86 mins

25. Formidable Opponents

Formidable Opponents
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Funny and intense arguments about what is 'the best' in the world of movies, music, sports and everything pop

Hosts

Randall Garza (Male), Bob Perez (Male), Joseph Jackson (Male)

Producer/Network

Formidable Opponents

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Pop Culture Aficionado, Movie Enthusiast

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

5/5

Apple Review

(US) 27

Avg Length

71 mins

26. Brothers with Opinions -B.W.O.

Brothers with Opinions -B.W.O.
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Four friends discussing Winchester, VA news and topics. Debating political issues, news, social injustice and

Hosts

Tony Dinges, Chris Tucker, Zeb Wever

Producer/Network

Anthony Dinges

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Social Activist, Political Enthusiast, Local Community Member

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

5/5

Apple Review

(US) 2

Avg Length

57 mins

27. The Awkward Dreadhead Podcast

The Awkward Dreadhead Podcast
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We debate topics that people get pissed about.

Producer/Network

Awkward Dreadhead

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Social Activist, General Public

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.9/5

Apple Review

(US) 24

Avg Length

48 mins

28. Dogma Debate

Dogma Debate
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A comedian discusses faith, politics, and dogma of all kinds--usually with people who disagree.

Host

Michael Regilio (Male)

Producer/Network

Serious Circus, Inc

Email

****@icloud.com

Listener Type

Comedian, Atheist

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.2/5

Apple Review

(US) 948

Avg Length

77 mins

29. Debate Me, Coward!

Debate Me, Coward!
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A satirical takedown of cable news archetypes masquerading as a chat show. Part ??????? & ??????, part ??????

Hosts

Ralph Wigglesworth (Joel Straley), Lenny Thompson (Drew Zimmerman)

Producer/Network

Debate Me, Coward!

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Comedy Enthusiast, News Junkie, Political Satire Enthusiast

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.6/5

Apple Review

(US) 10

Avg Length

79 mins

30. Dangerous Speech

Dangerous Speech
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I'm trying to discuss hot button topics in a reasonable manner. I'm also trying to figure out first

Host

Obaid Omer (Male)

Producer/Network

Obaid Omer

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Journalist, Academic

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.6/5

Apple Review

(US) 7

Avg Length

60 mins

31. Liberal Banter

Liberal Banter
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A podcast hosted by two childless cat ladies with opinions on all the news in Politics and Culture.

Hosts

Liz (Female), Olu (Male)

Producer/Network

Liberal Banter

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Political Enthusiast

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

5/5

Apple Review

(US) 5

Avg Length

51 mins

32. Art of Discussing

Art of Discussing
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Art of Discussing podcast is dedicated to providing an outlet for people to learn about other people's

Hosts

Benjamin Hobbs (Male), Kate Fornaca (Female)

Producer/Network

Art of Discussing

Email

****@artofdiscussing.com

Listener Type

Educator, Community Leader

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.7/5

Apple Review

(US) 6

Avg Length

45 mins

33. The Issue Is

The Issue Is
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Discussions and debates with top newsmakers about the most controversial and interesting issues impacting

Host

Elex Michaelson (Male)

Producer/Network

The Issue Is

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Political Enthusiast, News Junkie

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.3/5

Apple Review

(US) 47

Avg Length

33 mins

34. For the Sake of Argument

For the Sake of Argument
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Interviews and Debates with leaders in Philosophy, Politics, and Science

Host

Jake Newfield (Male)

Producer/Network

Jake Newfield

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Political Analyst, Philosopher

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

2.2/5

Apple Review

(US) 10

Avg Length

67 mins

35. Cinema Debate

Cinema Debate
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The Farooqi Bros host a popular podcast on cinema and pop culture. The four brothers review films, interview

Hosts

Sheraz Farooqi (Male), Zayyan Farooqi (Male), Sameer H. Farooqi (Male), Usman Farooqi (Male)

Producer/Network

Sheraz Farooqi, Zayyan Farooqi, Omer K. Farooqi, Sameer H. Farooqi

Email

****@comicbookdebate.com

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.8/5

Apple Review

(US) 22

Avg Length

42 mins

36. The Dan Abrams Debate Series

The Dan Abrams Debate Series

Law and Crime News

Producer/Network

Law & Crime Network

Email

****@abrams-media.com

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.1/5

Apple Review

(US) 22

37. Counter Apologetics

Counter Apologetics
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An informal look at religious apologetics and philosophy from an atheist and naturalist perspective.

Host

Emerson Green (Male)

Producer/Network

Emerson Green

Email

****@protonmail.com

Listener Type

Philosopher, Skeptic, Atheist

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.6/5

Apple Review

(US) 150

Avg Length

69 mins

38. Bruce DuMont Podcasts / Beyond The Beltway

Bruce DuMont Podcasts / Beyond The Beltway
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Bruce Dumont Podcasts began in 2025. Beyond The Beltway with Bruce DuMont was a political program which aired

Host

Bruce DuMont (Male)

Producer/Network

otrguru

Email

****@gmail.com

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.4/5

Apple Review

(US) 33

Avg Length

134 mins

39. Bloggingheads.tv: The DMZ

Bloggingheads.tv: The DMZ
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Liberal Bill Scher and conservative Matt Lewis meet in the rancor-free DMZ to hash out the week's political

Hosts

Bill Scher (Male), Matt Lewis (Male)

Producer/Network

Bloggingheads.tv

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Political Analyst, Journalist, Political Enthusiast

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.7/5

Apple Review

(US) 63

Avg Length

60 mins

40. Prove Me Wrong, Please

Prove Me Wrong, Please
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With the goal of bridging the growing political divide and hopefully building consensus, I regularly discuss

Host

Connor Halline (Male)

Producer/Network

Connor

Email

****@gmail.com

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.3/5

Apple Review

(US) 6

Avg Length

48 mins
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