5 Podcasts That Take Deep Dives Into Interesting Subjects

Shows that feature zany conversations about the week's events or a different story every episode can be fun, but sometimes you want to learn a little more. These podcasts exude the hosts' passion for their topics, informing listeners and discovering new angles related to subjects like the life of an architect, health & wellness, and the paranormal. This video was made with Ezvid Wikimaker.

5 Podcasts Covering Every Detail of Their Subjects

Show Host Topic
Archispeak Evan Troxel & Cormac Phalen Casual conversations about all things, good and bad, related to the profession of architecture
Awaken Radio Connie Chapman Honest personal revelations and inspiring interviews to guide listeners on a journey of awakening, self-discovery and empowered living
Boomtown Christian Wallace 11-part series on the historic oil boom in the Permian Basin of West Texas and the effects this modern-day gold rush has had on the region and the world
Somewhere in the Skies Ryan Sprague Wide-ranging discussions of UFOs and paranormal phenomena, including current events, historical sightings, and unsolved mysteries
The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz Mel Schwartz Psychotherapist, marriage counselor and author partakes in direct, one-on-one conversations with everyday people to explore new ways of thinking, relating, and communicating to help listeners manifest their possibilities

Mel Schwartz on Thinking Vs. Thought

Architecture Firms That Create Sustainable Designs

Company Location
Tryba Architects Denver, CO
John Ronan Architects Chicago, IL
Kipnis Architecture + Planning Evanston, IL & Boulder, CO
David Hertz Architects Studio of Environmental Architecture Venice Beach, CA
Alison Brooks Architects London, UK

Ryan Sprague on his UFO Experience

In Depth

Though podcasts come in many different formats, some of the most captivating series take a deep look at a single topic. These engrossing productions tackle everything from UFOs and architecture to mindfulness and personal growth. Here, in no particular order, are several podcasts that provide a comprehensive exploration of their subjects.

Up first, in the #1 spot, we have Archispeak. This podcast is presented as a casual conversation about architecture, featuring real life experiences of working in the profession. Listeners of this podcast include both students and seasoned professionals. One of the show's hosts, Evan Troxel, wrote a book to help students pass the Architect Registration Exam.

Troxel and co-hosts Cormac Phalen and Neal Pann discuss a wide variety of topics including tools of the trade, work-life balance, generational differences, mentoring, job hunting and more. Since the show's launch in 2012, it has received numerous accolades, including recognition from Architectural Digest and Interior Design Magazine.

Troxel and co-hosts Cormac Phalen and Neal Pann discuss a wide variety of topics including tools of the trade, work-life balance, generational differences, mentoring, job hunting and more.

Coming in at #2 is Awaken Radio. After reaching a breaking point and moving back in with her parents at twenty-seven, Connie Chapman decided to tackle her lifelong anxiety and self-destructive behaviors. She became a life coach and committed herself to helping others transform their lives.

Today, Chapman shares honest conversations and interviews with thought leaders and experts from all over the world on her podcast. Awaken Radio provides guidance to help listeners meet their highest potential. Episodes have covered spirituality and wellness topics, such as setting boundaries, navigating uncertainty, and creating a morning ritual.

#3 on our list is Boomtown, a limited-series podcast about the Permian Basin. Boomtown provides listeners with an in-depth examination of the historic oil boom that is playing out in the region. It explores the effect this modern-day gold rush has had on the climate, economy and geopolitics of West Texas and beyond.

It explores the effect this modern-day gold rush has had on the climate, economy and geopolitics of West Texas and beyond.

Episodes follow a cast of memorable characters who call the Permian Basin home. The show's host, Christian Wallace, hails from a small town in the region and spent a year working on oil rigs there. Boomtown was produced as a joint-effort of Texas Monthly and Imperative Entertainment, a member of the Westwood One Podcast Network.

In the #4 spot, we have Somewhere in the Skies. Creator and host Ryan Sprague brings listeners on a search for answers to UFO sightings and other paranormal phenomena. Episodes attempt to tackle these mysteries with audio documentation, witness testimony and special guest interviews. The show also discusses other paranormal media.

In addition to the podcast and a YouTube channel featuring his favorite cases throughout the years, Sprague also released a Somewhere in the Skies book. Sprague is a lead investigator and co-host of the CW television series Mysteries Decoded. He is also a regular on the Travel Channel series Mysteries at the Museum.

In addition to the podcast and a YouTube channel featuring his favorite cases throughout the years, Sprague also released a Somewhere in the Skies book.

And finally, at #5 on our list is The Possibility Podcast with Mel Schwartz. The show's titular host is a psychotherapist, marriage counselor, TEDx speaker, and author. Through his innovative therapeutic approach, Schwartz seeks to enable people to overcome their challenges and achieve their fullest potential.

Through his podcast, Schwartz brings his insight and expertise to listeners through direct, one-on-one conversations with everyday people. Episodes have covered topics such as overcoming anxiety and how to change people's minds. Listeners who are struggling in their own lives can reach out for a chance to be featured on the show.