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Engineering Matters
5.7 million people in the UK work in engineering-related enterprises from manufacturing and agriculture to construction and transportation. Engineering Matters looks at how their…
48 podcasts · updated October 2026
Top engineering podcasts
The engineering podcasts we recommend to students, teachers and anyone curious about how things are designed, built and fixed, each with what it covers and who it suits.
About this list
While there are lots of great listicles for educational podcasts we have found that our favourite Engineering podcasts are often left out.
With so many inspiring Engineering stories and podcasts it is tricky to know where to start, to solve that problem we have put together our favourite Engineering themed podcasts for you.
Our Engineering Podcast list will feature the best, informative, humorous, thought-provoking, and (hopefully) mind-blowing podcasts.
Podcasts are perfect for delivering science, technology, engineering, and math news and stories. They are ideal format to get both students and teachers inspired and allow you to connect with those that are improving people’s lives through Engineering.
If you think there is a STEM-themed-podcast we have missed, let us know! We are always on the lookout for new editions
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PodcastScience explained
Ri Science Podcast
Monthly conversations with researchers and engineers from the Royal Institution, plus talks from its famous lecture theatre. Covers space missions, batteries, sound waves and…
PodcastCivil and structural
99% Invisible
Ever wonder how inflatable men came to be regular fixtures at used car lots? Curious about the origin of the fortune cookie? Want to…
PodcastHistory and innovation
Engines of our Ingenuity
A podcast which started in 1988 on KUHF-FM radio Houston, Engines of our Ingenuity (hosted by Dr. John Lienhard) is a favourite among teachers
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Make UK
The manufacturers' organisation discusses the news affecting UK factories, from trade deals to the Industrial Strategy. It shows what matters to the companies that…
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STEM Insights
Two series of short episodes on STEM teaching, from climate schools to the impact of STEM Ambassadors. Made for teachers rather than students.
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The Uptime Wind Energy Podcast
Wind-turbine engineers talk through the news and the technical problems of keeping turbines running. A real look inside the renewable energy industry, best for…
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They Made It
Inventor Ruth Amos talks to people who turned ideas into real products and careers, including Fran Scott. A short, friendly series that is still…
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Take 5: The 5% Club Podcast
Short conversations, about 24 minutes each, on apprenticeships and earn-and-learn routes into work, including talks with the chair of Skills England. Useful if you…
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Ri Science Podcast
Monthly conversations with researchers and engineers from the Royal Institution, plus talks from its famous lecture theatre. Covers space missions, batteries, sound waves and…
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Impulse to Innovation
The Institution of Mechanical Engineers' podcast: themed episodes on fusion, railways, robots and sport, plus live shows from student competitions such as Formula Student.
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Diverse: a Society of Women Engineers (SWE) podcast
Science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) has long needed more diversity and inclusion. While women in the UK are 35% more likely to go…
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Curiosity Daily
The Curiosity Daily podcast aims to help you get smarter about the world around you - every day. The podcast is always less than…
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If You Were An Engineer
The If You Were An Engineer is based around a simple premise ‘If you were an engineer what would you do?’ The podcast has…
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Designed for Life
'Designed for life' aims to entertain, inform and inspire, bringing the worlds of business and industry together. The Design and Technology Association promote Design…
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Create the Future Podcast (Queen Elizabeth Prize)
Another addition to our Engineering Podcast super list. Create the Future Podcast is hosted by Sue Nelson, and each episode of the 'Create the…
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Bletchley Park
The Bletchley Park Podcast brings you fascinating stories from Veterans, staff and volunteers on the significance and continued relevance of this site today.
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The Engineering Student Experience Podcast
"The Engineering Student Experience" sees Engineering lecturer Paul M Nissenson interviewing students, staff, and professional engineers about everything from the basics of "what is…
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The Engineers Collective
A brand new podcast - The Engineers Collective - looks at how Engineering affects everyone's lives. The Engineers Collective is the podcast for those…
Featured PodcastCivil and structural
Engineering Matters
5.7 million people in the UK work in engineering-related enterprises from manufacturing and agriculture to construction and transportation. Engineering Matters looks at how their…
Featured PodcastHistory and innovation
Engines of our Ingenuity
A podcast which started in 1988 on KUHF-FM radio Houston, Engines of our Ingenuity (hosted by Dr. John Lienhard) is a favourite among teachers
Featured PodcastCivil and structural
99% Invisible
Ever wonder how inflatable men came to be regular fixtures at used car lots? Curious about the origin of the fortune cookie? Want to…
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The Discovery Files
An upbeat, entertaining look at the latest advances in science and engineering. Often fun and always fascinating, each episode covers a project funded by…
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4 Questions with An Engineer Podcast
It is crucial to stay informed about the latest developments and industry insights in Engineering. The "4 Questions with an Engineer" podcast, produced by…
PodcastHistory and innovation
Foundation for Science and Technology Podcast
The FST Podcast is a product of the Foundation for Science and Technology, an organization established in 1977 that provides a neutral platform for…
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Being an Engineer with Aaron Moncur
In the ever-evolving engineering world, staying updated and connected is not just a luxury but a necessity. For engineers, this is even more critical.…
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Engineering Success
Engineering Success is a podcast dedicated to the engineering industry and careers in other STEM-related fields. The idea is really simple - Engineering Success…
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The Engineering History Podcast
'The Engineering History Podcast' is - as the name would suggest - about the point at which engineering and history collide. Each episode is…
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PII Podcast
'PII Podcast' is the official podcast of Process Industry Informer. A series sees host Dave Howell discuses the latest technologies and future insights throughout…
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Design to Product
'Design to Product' is all about how hardware teams get a product from a design to a manufactured products. The series is built around…
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But Seriously, What is Engineering?
'But Seriously, What is Engineering?' is an Engineering podcast from The University of Queensland which shows there is much more to engineering than hard…
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The Engineering Buzzcast
The Engineering Buzzcast aims to bridge the gap between students, academics and professionals. Unlike other podcasts the show has students ask questions prior to…
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Engineering Reimagined
Throughout history, engineers have been leaders in inventing and creating some of society’s most ground-breaking developments. The Engineering Reimagined podcast explores how, like engineers,…
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Teach The Geek
Teach The Geek sees Engineer Neil Thompson dive into the topic of public speaking for those working in and around STEM. The podcast has…
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The Undistilled Series
A new podcast from TWI is focusing on world-class experts as well as leading authorities from industry and academia.
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Cliff Notes Podcast
The Cliff Notes Podcast focuses on industrial business. Each episode Tristan Bailey speaks to people who work hard around the shop floor to share…
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The Structural Engineering Channel
The Structural Engineering Channel aims at focusing on helping structural engineering professionals stay up to date on technical trends in the field
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The STEMusic Podcast
The STEMusic Podcast is a Podcast highlighting multicultural professionals within the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) industry and the music they love.
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STEM Sessions
A careers podcast for teachers and young people. STEM Sessions puts the spotlight on STEM careers in the UK. Each episode, they talk to…
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The Structural Engineering Podcast
The Structural Engineering Podcast is a bi-weekly podcast of everything structures. From hammers to high-rises, they have got it nailed.
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Engineering IRL
Each week Engineering IRL takes Engineering Concepts, breaks them down and then see in what ways they can be applied to real life. Which…
PodcastMaking and mechanical
The Lovelace Effect
Ada Lovelace was a mathematician ahead of her time. Check out this excellent episode of Chips with Everything to more about her exceptional contribution…
PodcastMaking and mechanical
Women Tech Charge
Women Tech Charge is hosted by Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon and takes a look at the incredible women revolutionizing our lives through technology.
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To the moon and beyond
Through interviews with academic experts around the world – from space scientists to historians, lawyers, futurists and a former astronaut – science journalist Miriam…
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Soft Skills Engineering
It takes more than doing your job well to be a great engineer. This is a solid favourite at looking at all those skills…
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Engineering Heroes
Beer with an Engineer talks to engineers and to better understand who they are, what it is that they do, and why Engineering is…
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Her STEM Story
This weekly podcast is all about Extraordinary stories of real women in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Since launching December 2017, the…
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The Civil Engineering Podcast
The Civil Engineering Podcast, the first podcast dedicated solely to helping civil engineers create extraordinary careers and lives.
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EETimes On Air
EETimes On Air explores the evolution of smart infrastructure, including Smart Cities, Homes, Energy Grid, Public Safety, and more.
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Unprofessional Engineering
Unprofessional Engineering is aimed at those interested in science, technology, machinery, engineering and the history behind everyday things. Each week they break down an…
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Omega Tau
omega tau is a podcast covering interesting topics in science and engineering. The podcast is produced in both German and English and episodes alternate…
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The Amp Hour Electronics Podcast
Dave Jones from the EEVblog in Sydney (Australia), and Chris Gammell from Contextual Electronics in Chicago (USA) discuss the world of electronics design in…