The Next Big Idea - Podcast Rankings and reviews

I get so much knowledge from each episode and I love how Rufus hosts and talks. Not like most podcasts that are more or less opinion shows where the hosts love to mainly hear themselves, in this podcast it this is all about diving deep into one book per episode with the author. The books discussed are non-fictional and science driven , so there is plenty that can be learned from . 👍

No matter who you are—a passionate reader of books across genres, a dream-chaser, a fresh graduate entering the workforce, or just a podcast aficionado—The Next Big Idea Club will change the way you see the world. And it’s right at the tip of your earlobes. For intellectuals, creatives, or simply the curious, this podcast is a source of groundbreaking ideas, made easy to access and internalize thanks to dynamic weekly interviews and insightful book summaries.

Amidst the challenges of the pandemic, this podcast emerged as a beacon of insight in my life, blending deep intelligence with approachable content that inspires and introduces new perspectives on fascinating topics across a wide range of fields—from science and sports to economics, health, and more. Four years later, whether I find myself on U.S. soil, in the cerulean heights, or in a different language zone, it continues to be a steadfast companion, offering the best non-fiction in the English language. The quality is such that I have adopted it as part of the curriculum in our language school in Argentina.

I listen to a lot of podcasts about various topics. This is by far one of the best. Erudite, articulate, very enlightening and educational and also impartial and evidence-based.

Huge fan of the show. Always an interesting conversation and topic, but have especially loved the episodes where Caleb has hosted. I feel like the topics are generally more meaty and less “thought-leadery.” I would suggest all listeners to make sure you don’t miss an episode where he’s leading the way!

I have enjoyed this podcast for several years. It is thought provoking and informative from a platform that is based on learning. The majority of episodes would get 5 stars. But the NEXUS Part 1 podcast ended with a strong political bent that was disturbing. The last few minutes could and should have been edited out. Keep your podcast politically neutral and allow your listeners to come to their own conclusions.

I’ve been listening for awhile now. The longer I have listened, the more Rufus has interjected the interesting guests with his left leaning agenda. It’s become more of a “I’m Rufus and this is what I believe”, and less “here’s my guest with interesting things to say”.