A podcast for every mood

Into eerie stories, clever deep dives or a bit of TV chaos? You’re in the right place. These podcasts are made for walks, commutes and everything in between, with Virgin Mobile keeping you entertained every step of the way.

Here are six of the best podcasts to listen to in Ireland, spanning true crime, sports, science, and history.

Best for: True Crime Fans

Strange, dark and mysterious stories that play out like gripping audio experiences.

If you enjoy stories that make your skin prickle mid-commute, this delivers in spades. Real-life tales of disappearances, survival and the downright bizarre unfold like gripping audiobooks you won’t want to pause, even when you probably should.

Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NZWQf0wUsaT0tO9unlmra?si=bc42dd184cba41b8

Best for: Sports Fans

A mix of analysis, humour and personality-led sports coverage.

Sport, but not as you know it. Mixing sharp analysis with genuinely funny, personality-led chat, this covers everything from football to the GAA, with the kind of chemistry that makes it feel more like a conversation you’ve lucked into than a typical sports podcast.

Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/3cVxiqqm1r9bA5OOcgnXTK?si=81b93723cee54738

Best for: Curious Minds

Deep dives into science topics explained in an engaging and accessible way.

Curious about everything and nothing all at once? From volcanoes to bee drama, this brilliantly chaotic deep dive into niche sciences turns obscure subjects into laugh-out-loud, oddly fascinating listens, with experts unpacking their passions in ways that are clever, weird and surprisingly moving.

Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/5nvRkVMH58SelKZYZFZx1S?si=5f89ddc5e5424e60

Best for: Cultural Commentary

A sharp and entertaining look at popular non-fiction books and big ideas.

Ever side-eyed a bestselling book and wondered, “Is this actually… nonsense?” This sharp, funny dismantling of popular non-fiction takes big ideas down a peg, unpacking flawed logic and cultural impact with biting humour and just the right amount of cynicism.

Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/2khJBoF73ujIATWUFtSxLD?si=fa0d6336665b40aa

Best for: Reality TV Fans

High-energy commentary on the biggest moments in reality television.

Reality TV, dialled all the way up. With spot-on impressions and brilliantly chaotic commentary, this takes the biggest shows and turns every awkward moment, argument and meltdown into something even more ridiculous and wildly entertaining.

Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/3iSZPuQ8T8Msh0N33ZD7No?si=8efe24ab9f8e4b5a

Best for: History Lovers

Stories that explore Dublin’s past in a thoughtful and engaging way.

Dublin isn’t just a city, it’s a story layered over centuries. This dives into the characters, movements and moments that shaped it, told with warmth and wit, making history feel less like homework and more like something you’re in on.

Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SSvzXXwTHXhbzY4ovlzgf?si=691476ac02f04b9d

What are the best podcasts in Ireland?
There are great options across sport, storytelling, science and history.

What podcasts are good for commuting?
Short episodes or series formats work well for listening on the go.