Find new podcasts with the help of AI

How to find new podcasts with AI prompts

Many podcast platforms will list the shows by order of popularity, which are the ones with the most listeners and subscribers. While this is a handy jumping-off point, nobody’s preferences are the same, and everybody has varying interests.

When it comes to choosing a podcast, aim for something immersive and narrative that can serve as a listening experience in itself, or something that can seamlessly blend into your daily routine. Many comedy podcasts, for example, are ideal for providing laughs while you do chores or commute to work! Try these AI prompts to find podcast recommendations in your favorite genres:

• What’s a podcast that takes on the world of major league sports?
• Is there an improvised podcast that features musical comedy?
• What are the most popular podcasts hosted by standup comedians?

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Explore new podcasts using AI

You can also ask AI to recommend podcasts based on topics that you want to explore. These are podcasts that can teach you how to develop a new hobby, pique your curiosity, or simply tell a great story that unfolds over multiple episodes. Some example prompts include:

• What are some popular podcasts that can teach me about space exploration?
• Are there any podcasts that can make me a better home cook?
• List the top 5 narrative fiction podcasts that are highly acclaimed by reviewers.

Listen to your favorite celebrity podcasts

Ask AI to find podcasts that are hosted by celebrities. Many of these podcasts are nostalgic looks at television shows or movies for you to indulge in. Try these prompts for size:

• What’s a podcast that recaps The Sopranos?
• Do the cast members of The Office have a podcast?
• What podcasts does Conan O’Brien currently host?

Finally, you can narrow podcasts down to length and the number of episodes that are out. Since podcasting is a medium that has been popular for over a decade, many weekly released podcasts might have hundreds of episodes—and this can be intimidating. Ask AI for specific episodes that provide an introduction to some of the more long-lived shows, with prompts such as these:

• What’s a good jumping-on point to get into WTF with Marc Maron?
• When do people recommend listening to The Doughboys podcast?
• What are the newest comedy podcasts with less than 10 episodes and have good recommendations?

Using everyday AI to help you find new podcasts is just one easy way to enhance your entertainment options—as well as making music or creating summer activities for your family.