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Top 10 Apple Podcasts — Top Shows (US) — April 5, 2026
On April 5, 2026, news dominates Apple Podcasts in the US, but it's not all headlines — true crime and a surprising celebrity hangout crash the top 10. The most-listened chart measures which shows attract the biggest daily audience on iPhone and Mac, making it a sharp indicator of what Americans actually press play on, not just what trends on Twitter. The Daily, from The New York Times, tops the list, confirming that morning news briefs remain a ritual for millions. But The Idiot, the latest from Serial Productions, grabs the #3 spot, proving listeners can't resist a deep-dive into chaos. Meanwhile, Good Hang with Amy Poehler lands at #8, signaling that even in a news-heavy week, people crave an escape with a comedian they trust. Data is sourced from Apple Podcasts' own audience metrics, capturing plays from every US user with a podcast app open.
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News and true crime split the top 10 with near-equal force: four news-driven shows (The Daily, Dateline NBC, Pod Save America, Up First) and four true crime or investigative entries (The Idiot, Crime Junkie, Love Trapped, Morbid). This reveals a US audience that is both anxious for current events and addicted to narrative tension. The surprise is Good Hang with Amy Poehler at #8 — a light, personality-driven interview show that stands out against the morbidity and politics. Its presence suggests that even in a fractured media landscape, a trusted celebrity voice can break through. The list also shows the decline of comedy podcasts outside of Rogan: no other pure comedy show cracks the top 10. Looking ahead, expect more genre blending — news podcasts adopting serialized crime formats, and true crime shows adding comedic relief — as creators chase the same listener's mood swings.
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