Hey vibe tribe! Whether you are a podcast connoisseur or just getting into this trend everyone is raving about, I have 8 podcast genres and 17 podcasts that you need to be binging right now. These are my top faves that I keep going back to over and over again and I think you will too. I listen to all my podcasts on Podbean and Spotify, so these are completely free (no costly subscriptions needed) and can be found on these apps (and others) for your listening pleasure.
News: Up First from NPR and Global News Podcast from the BBC First genre on this list is news. I believe it’s important to stay up to date on what is happening in the world. That’s why I liked these two podcasts, they are short, concise, accurate, and give a good overview of what is going on in a calm and rational manner. I can turn them on in the morning while I get ready for my day, by the time I am ready to go, I’m caught up on the news and ready for the day. Up First from NPR is a daily 15-minute podcast on US and some global news. They have a follow up that is the NPR Politics Podcast, also 15 minutes daily, but I found it is often very similar information to what is in the Up First Podcast. The NPR Politics Podcast follows the happenings of the government and politics more closely and in-depth than Up First. But you can try both and see which one suits your personal needs best. Global News Podcast from BBC covers global news events, it is a 30-minute daily podcast on events happening all over the world. It’s a great way to move outside ones’ own country and see how the rest of the world is doing or their take on events unfolding within your own country. Honorable Mention: If you are not a huge fan of the news and the typical news format but feel you want to keep up, check out The Daily Show with Trevor Noah. He’s a comedian who tells it like it is while making you laugh the whole time. Spirituality: Highest Self Podcast with Sahara Rose, Your Own Magic with Raquelle Mantra, The Line with Ashley Wood Science has shown that people who hold a spiritual or religious belief tend to have a less-stressful life, among other benefits, and I can personally attest to this. The three podcasts in this section can be applied to any religious, spiritual, or value system as they are not born out of or confined to any one religion. Their insights and knowledge are valuable to any person and can help one. The Highest Self Podcast is hosted by Sahara Rose, an author and Ayurvedic practitioner. Her goal is to help people discover their highest selves so that people can share those gifts with the world. She holds no punches and says exactly what needs to be said in a loving but firm way. She is extremely wise and I am always left feeling better connected to the divine that I did before I pressed play. Your Own Magic by Raquelle Mantra is an interview style podcast where she has guests of all backgrounds, types, spiritual and religious knowledge on her show. Her own understanding of so much spiritual knowledge, mixed with the insights of her guests, her episodes are always eye-opening and enlightening. I love that no topic is off limits or too bizarre for Raquelle and her guests. The Line with Ashley Wood is a soothing and calming podcast. Ashley’s voice and demeanor is always calming but also filled with wisdom channeled from the highest beings. In this podcast, Ashley helps guests connect to their akashic records and to their highest selves so that they can live their most aligned life possible. Honorable Mention: Growin’ Your Magic with Leia Spalenka is a mostly interview based podcast where Leia has guests on various topics such as health, wellness, and all things magic. She’s new to the podcasting world but the heart and the knowledge in each episode is worth a listen. Business/Hustle: The Dave Ramsey Show, The Goal Digger Podcast Who doesn’t need to learn more about money, finances, and hustling? I know I need all the help I can get! I was raised on Dave Ramsey and his financial courses so I know the basics inside and out. This show has a rotation of guest hosts with so much diversity and knowledge, there is always something to gain in these episodes. The Goal Digger Podcast with Jenna Kutcher is a great podcast for those hustling to create a small business. She’s honest and has great tips for starting your own brand, business, or other entrepreneurial endeavor. Art: My Modern Met Top Artist Podcast, Public Intellectual I am only recently realizing my lifelong desire to be a creator and artist, so I am dipping my toes into all things art. If you’re new, like me, then check these two out. My Modern Met Top Artist Podcast is an interview-based podcast where Jessica Stewart has conversations with top artists in their field, how they got there, tips for artists, and more. I like the candor and ease of the conversations and how encouraging they are for other artists. Public Intellectual with Jessa Crispin is a bit more expanded than just art. She also talks politics, feminism, class, and more, but often ties these topics back into art. How we are expressing these topics in our art. She says it like it is and doesn’t apologize, but I love the honesty. Health: Wise Traditions, Plant-Powered People Podcast Wise Traditions is a podcast that interviews experts in various health, wellness and scientific fields as they talk about lifestyles outside the norm. Beyond the basics of eating whole foods, they get into the nitty gritty and have you rethink modern life as we know it, while giving great tips for how and why we should incorporate more traditional habits into our daily lives. Plant-Powered People Podcast is a podcast hosted by two vegans who give amazing advice, recipes, and other lifestyle tips to incorporate more vegetarian and vegan habits into your life. You don’t have to be vegan or vegetarian to incorporate their tips. I am neither, but I do try to make swaps in as many ways as I can, and they are a kind and encouraging place to start! Crime: My Favorite Murder, Criminal I have always been a huge fan of true crime and crime shows, as life is often stranger than fiction. I may be way behind the 8-ball, but I only just discovered My Favorite Murder and I have to say, the hype is warranted. My Favorite Murder is hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark, who have fantastic chemistry, it feels like you have been invited into a group of two best friends where you are more than welcome to join the club. They do a mix of true crime stories and listener stories. I recently listened to an episode on pets saving their owners that was both terrifying and heartwarming. Criminal with Phoebe Judge is a great podcast about true crime stories both old and new. Her interviews make you feel like you are there, watching the story unfold. Paranormal and Unusual: The Untold Hour, Into the Fray Radio I love science, but I also love the paranormal and all things unexplained. What are ghosts? (I lived in a haunted house, so I know they are something) Are cryptids real? What are aliens? These things are yet to be explained, and until then I’ll be captivated by conversations and dives into the unknown. The Untold Hour with Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser is one of my favorite podcasts. Originally Bizarre States they are back and rebranded as The Untold Hour. Chobot is basically my queen now. They do interviews on all topics spooky, creepy, paranormal, odd, weird, and more. Plus, listener submitted stories of their own encounters with the unexplained. Into the Fray Radio with Shannon LeGro is a fun interview podcast where Shannon brings on guests of various types. Some authors or experts in a field or topic, and people who have extensive stories or personal experience with the paranormal and unexplained. Believe them or not, there is always something fascinating to be found in this podcast. Honorable Mention: American Hysteria by Chelsey Weber-Smith is not actually paranormal, as everything she talks about is firmly grounded in reality (in a manner of speaking), but it is also so unique and one of the few podcasts I have listened to every episode of. I think every American should listen to this podcast, as we could all stand to learn a thing or two from this show. “American Hysteria is a podcast exploring the fantastical thinking and irrational fears of Americans through the lens of moral panics, urban legends, and conspiracy theories, how they shape our psychology and culture, and why we end up believing them.” Science: Science Friday, 60 Second Science by Scientific American, Spooky Psychology Let’s end this list with science. Science Friday is a weekly interview podcast where Ira Flato hosts guests talking about their new scientific discoveries, advancements, and continually eluding areas of exploration. They touch on everything from astronomy to botany and everything in between. If you are short on time but still want a quick run down of exciting scientific news, 60 Second Science from Scientific American is your show. In 60-180 seconds they give a quick run-down of that weeks breakthroughs. Honorable Mention: Spooky Psychology with Megan and Lauren is a great podcast giving deep dives in every episode on a topic in psychology. Often exploring the deviant and spookier aspects of humanity and how it relates to psychology. And that’s it! That’s my top list of 17+ podcasts you should be binging right now. These are all fun, informative, relatable, and completely binge-worthy! What are your favorite podcasts? Are any of your favorites on this list? Any you are excited to start listening to? Leave your answers in the comments below. Happy listening! Much Love, Jessica
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