A guide to educational podcasts

Rachel Dunn, Assistant Features Editor

January 3, 2024

Want to learn more about your favorite topics? These podcasts are a great way to do so!

These five podcasts are a great way to learn more about niche topics. Whether you are discovering a new topic for the first time, or you want to learn more about specific subjects, these podcasts offer a wide range of variety to choose from, each contributing insightful information to specific matters.

1. “I Spent a Day with…” – Anthony Padilla

This podcast gives insight into how people with different backgrounds live their everyday lives. The host and former Smosh member, Anthony Padilla, interviews popular YouTubers, musicians, people with interesting occupations, or people with unique hobbies. The interviews bring awareness to new walks of life that not everyone is familiar with. Some of the most notable people that he has had on his podcast include Rhett and Link, Michael from Vsauce, the man behind Daily Dose of Internet, and Howie Mandel.

2. “How I Built This” – Guy Raz

Guy Raz, the host of the “How I Built This” podcast, interviews notable business owners to understand their upbringing and how success was brought to their company. Business owners from Michael Kors, Chipotle, Tinder, and Tarte Cosmetics have all been featured in episodes, explaining how they built their businesses and the steps to keep the success years later. This podcast is great for those interested in pursuing their own company, as it offers beneficial advice for small start-ups.

3. “Ted Talks Daily”

“Ted Talks Daily” offers a new podcast to its listeners each weekday, containing a unique perspective on informational matters. This podcast explores topics like political change, artificial intelligence, social media, environmental protection, etc. Ted Talks, which started from visual YouTube videos, has now been turned into audio versions for listeners to take their listening on the go. Each topic is spoken about by a professional in the field, educating their audience on helpful advice and interesting takes on a matter.

4. “Twenty Thousand Hertz” – Dallas Taylor

This podcast dives into the history behind all different kinds of sounds. A seemingly boring topic is made very interesting by the host, Dallas Taylor. The stories behind the world’s most recognizable and interesting sounds are revealed in episodes that are posted every other week. Some of the sounds that are broken down in his episodes includes the Netflix intro, the Wilhelm scream, insurance jingles, Siri, and deep fakes. The ordinary noises we hear constantly are often overlooked, so this podcast is a great way to learn more about the sounds in our everyday lives.

5. “Sidenote” – AsapScience

The “Sidenote” podcast is hosted by the popular YouTubers from AsapScience, Mitchell Moffit and Gregory Brown. Each week, new episodes are released that dive into the science behind popular, yet controversial topics. Obscure subjects like personality tests, electrolytes, white noise machines, video games, alcohol consumption, and gas stoves are only a few of the many subjects that this podcast talks about. The things people take for granted every day are observed and studied by the hosts, with interesting and insightful conversations being held afterward.

About the Contributors

Rachel Dunn, Assistant Features Editor

Rachel Dunn (12) is a first-year journalist for the Bulldog Times. Rachel is looking forward to using her passion for writing to inform students about the current and local issues within Chino Hills. Additionally, she is excited to build new friendships with people who have the same passion for writing as she does. Outside of journalism, Rachel is the vice president and former secretary of Ayala’s Christian club. She uses her leadership skills to help students grow their relationship with Christ. When she is not at school, Rachel can most often be found at Trader Joe’s, where she works. She loves her job and the people that she works with. In her free time, Rachel enjoys reading, art, Netflix, and long afternoon naps.

David Jung, Staff Member

David Jung (10) is a writer for the Bulldog Times, and this is his 1st year on staff. David hopes to write articles for future members to read and for them to write stories that will surpass his own. He looks forward to seeing how the process will work out and seeing all members in action. He is also part of the Ayala Tennis team, being in J.V . In his free time, he enjoys playing video games, listening to music, making model kits, reading all kinds of books, eating many sweets, and taking good naps (if he can in the first place).