Kerry Washington takes her guests back to where their stories began, starting with a simple question about the street they grew up on. This sparks a conversation about the people, places, family stories, and defining moments that shaped them into who they are today. Past guests have included notable figures such as Michelle Obama and John Legend. Kerry Washington explores these personal narratives with her guests.
Gabrielle Bouchard explores how positive change happens through strong democracies and in-person connections. The Real Influencers of Canada highlights individuals bringing people together and shares their stories and practical ideas. These stories include transforming public spaces and community initiatives that build trust and connection. The show features guests like Jenny Perez, Anna Jahn, and Kulvir Gill, who are working to create positive change in their communities.
Investigative reporter Allen Salkin spent six years chasing the origins of a salacious and unproven rumor that has shadowed Richard Gere for four decades. This story is about gossip, power, politics, the internet and the peculiar wiring of our own brains. The Hollywood Reporter presents an in-depth look at how this rumor started and evolved over time. Allen Salkin's investigation uncovers a complex narrative.
Welcome to a show that doesn’t skim the surface. That Said with Talia Schlanger is where intelligence and curiosity meet great conversation.
Black with Benefits follows Reign and Hassan, two Black millennials in a no-strings-attached situationship, as their undeniable chemistry collides with unresolved wounds and opposing attachment styles. Through humor and raw emotional storytelling, the series explores relationship patterns and the desire for deep connection. Shirlz Rejouis is behind the show. The story is told with vulnerability and humor.
Tin Can Audio presents a new post-apocalyptic series following a pilot searching for her lost lovers in a changed world. The story unfolds through a series of acts and parts. The pilot's journey is at the heart of the narrative. The Bird Roads is a story of love and survival.
All These Wonderful Things is a podcast about documentary film and the people who make it, hosted by filmmaker AJ Schnack and Oscar-winning producer Lisa Remington. The show picks up conversations started on Schnack's blog about the crafts of documentary filmmaking, including cinematography, editing, and sound design. Filmmakers, craftspeople, distributors, and curators are among the guests. The podcast is hosted by AJ Schnack and Lisa Remington.
Malia and Cody Westheimer create a world of calm imaginative adventures with Kiko, a kind and curious young orca, as she explores friendship, big feelings, and the wonders of the ocean with her pod. Each story supports social-emotional learning and includes parent and teacher guides and activities to continue the learning beyond the episode. The show is designed for kids ages 2-8 and features episodic story-time episodes. Kiko's adventures promote social-emotional learning through fun and imaginative storytelling.
Conversations with nonprofit leaders, entrepreneurs, and community builders are at the heart of this show, which features discussions with individuals making a difference in the lives of others. Michael Campbell engages with guests from various fields, including philanthropy, education, and healthcare. These conversations highlight the work of people driving positive change. The show explores topics such as social impact and community development through in-depth interviews.
Chronically online, annoyingly right - Raven Smith & Joel Golby are kings of the hot take. Meet the algorithm bloodhounds sniffing out the correct cultural opinions.
Three TV journalists with differing views team up to pose questions and invite guests to share their stories. Natasha, Mike, and Kristin lead conversations that are unfiltered and unexpected, covering topics such as OnlyFans, psychics, and polyamory. Their debates are fiery but balanced, often ending in disagreement, but never disrespect. The show offers unfiltered perspectives with candid and funny charm.
Comedians Ian Roberts and Will Hines talk to guests about the coping strategies they use to get through the day!
“Generation: The media we love & how it shapes us” is a podcast series from Connecticut Public. Each season tells the origin story of a beloved cultural touchstone, asks what keeps it alive across generations, and explores how it shapes who we’ve become.
The year 2004 brought a seismic shift in indie rock. Hosted by Bethany Cosentino (Best Coast), this show makes the case with the help of members of Arcade Fire, Death Cab for Cutie, The Shins, Spoon, Modest Mouse, The Decemberists, Tegan & Sara, Metric, and industry leaders from record labels, iTunes, and TV shows like The O.
When Stacie Love married her former high school teacher, she thought it was a whirlwind romance. Two decades later, she discovered the truth behind the day their lives unraveled: a federal search, an unseen investigation, and a story far darker than she ever knew.
Come hustle with Michael Strahan and Constance Schwartz-Morini. Each week on Hustle Like You’re Broke, these longtime friends and business partners share stories from their own journey, and sit down with some of the biggest names in sports, entertainment, business, and culture to talk about success, setbacks, relationships, and everything it took to get to where they are.
Launching September 19th. Mohamed Al-Fayed was the billionaire businessman who owned the iconic department store – Harrods.
VARÚÐ: Dead Ísland (played in English) is a family of survivors attempting to find safety in a zombie apocalypse set on the south coast of Iceland. We play Dead Ísland using a modified version of Chaosium's Basic Roleplaying system.
A lifetime spent making music is a lifetime made up of individual moments. And no moment is more important than the one before the big change.
Jersey Made is the music history podcast that asks how one small state shaped the soundtrack of America. Host Buzz Knight, dives into New Jersey music history: the iconic venues, legendary songwriters and historic studios that created the Jersey sound.
Every day, we’re surrounded by health advice: endless tips, trends, diets, hacks and supposed quick fixes. But when it comes to our bodies and minds, what can genuinely help make a difference – and what is just hype?
Forget the stereotypes. Brumbassadors brings you real stories behind one of the UK's most exciting city-regions.
The Long Goodbye is a podcast for anyone whose life has been touched by Alzheimer's disease or dementia. Hosted by Graeme Sutherland, the series brings together personal stories, expert insight and honest conversations with families, carers, advocates and healthcare professionals who understand the realities of living with dementia.
Welcome to Shooting Star Unwrapped , the official podcast from Shooting Star Children’s Hospices , hosted by Executive Vice-President Karen Sugarman MBE. Over a cup of tea, Karen sits down with some of the charity’s best-known Vice-Presidents, Patrons and celebrity supporters for heartfelt, honest and inspiring conversations about their remarkable lives and careers, as well as their personal connection to Shooting Star.
At its core, the podcast is about an age-gap friendship that feels both unexpected and completely natural. Two women at different points in life, bonded by shared chaos and girlhood in all its forms.
A podcast about scandals, allegedly. Milo Edwards , Sophie Garrad and Ed Campbell tackle scandals and media-circuses of every shape and size and try not to get sued.
Hosted by MLB superstar Ronald Acuña Jr. , La Bestia is a culture-driven video and audio podcast that dives into the heart of Latino identity: familia, hustle, music, pressure, pride, and the mindset it takes to become “La Bestia” in your own life.
Every great conversation starts with a good question. Not the kind that shows off, the kind that shows up.
Separation Anxiety explores the Alberta separatist movement, examining its influences, ideas and grievances. Danielle Paradis and Tim Querengesser investigate who the separatists are and what they want. The series traces the movement's evolution, from its century-old roots to recent events. Paradis and Querengesser follow organizers to understand the issues fuelling the movement.
In the Zone is a scripted musical podcast for early learning listeners where big feelings become big adventures. At the heart of the series is Leon, a lovable chameleon whose emotions magically transform the Zone Center, a magic clubhouse that changes color with big feelings.
When a young culinary-minded peasant accidentally injures the king's chef, he agrees to take the chef's place and cook for the royal staff instead of spending days in the pillory. At its heart, Daren the Peasant Chef tells the story of growing up, leaving home, and finding your own identity when you are so used to falling back on the closed-minded opinions of those around you.
Salty Sweet: The Healing Podcast for Couples on the Brink Real couples during the real work. No script, and no guarantees.
What really happens behind the doors of the Andre household? Peter and Emily invite you into their world for honest conversations, family chaos and laugh-out-loud stories far funnier and more revealing than you ever could have imagined.
BuildingNow is conversations with founders who shipped something real and are crushing it. I'm Maya (@buildwithmaya).
Ben and Pete, from the cast of The Players Keep, sit down every week to talk about everything they love that makes them the nerds we all know... Mainly Dungeons and Dragons.
After Derika Moses injured her back at work, she got her spine fused. But after surgery, her pain only got worse.
A series of standalone dramas from three fresh British writers. Each episode drops one impossible thing into an everyday life — a technology that probably shouldn't exist, a visitor who probably shouldn't be here, a door that definitely wasn't there yesterday — and listens closely to what it exposes about the human condition.
Why would someone decide to risk their life for a country that is not their own? What might they be searching for?
The Room We Wanted explores the things that mattered to people growing up in New Jersey, and how those things helped shape who they became. Hosts Brian Colburn and Jay Sweet invite a guest each episode to build the room they wanted to live in, choosing four essential items from their past. These choices can range from music and movies to television, games, food, and more. By examining these selections, the show reveals why they were important then and what they still mean now.
RECOVERING is an honest interview series hosted by Christopher French about what happens after life changes us and how we find a way forward. French speaks with people about what they have survived, the scars they carry, and the ways they have learned to heal, from addiction and illness to natural disasters and more. These conversations make room for heartbreak and hard-won wisdom, as well as laughter and absurdity. By exploring different stories, RECOVERING reveals commonalities in the recovery process.
Getting your child the support they need at school shouldn’t feel like a fight, but for millions of families, it does. Anya Kamenetz, an award-winning journalist, examines how changing federal policies are reshaping special education in Zero Reject. The podcast looks at what’s at stake for families trying to access the support their children are legally entitled to. Understood.org presents this investigative series.
Fame Under Fire examines the lives of celebrities and public figures, exploring the challenges they face and the consequences of being in the spotlight. The podcast offers a closer look at the experiences of those in the public eye. Details of their personal and professional lives are discussed, providing insight into the realities of fame.
Basketball, Etc. , a new podcast from iHeart Podcasts, offers an antidote to the hot take shouting matches dominating sports media: a show for the nuance, the et cetera of it all.
Vienna Luke's life changed forever when something terrible happened to her at 20 years old, and for over a decade the truth remained buried. When she becomes a mother, Vienna decides to confront the past and uncover the truth, with her sister Shawnessy playing a key role in the search for answers and justice. Hosted by Jodie Martinson, Personally: Agent Layla is a true story about memory, family and one woman's pursuit of the truth. The show explores the human experience through a gripping and complex narrative.
Unmasked with Dr Basra explores the real conversations behind ADHD, autism, mental health, neurodiversity and wellbeing. Consultant psychiatrist Dr Basra hosts open and honest conversations with people with lived experience, clinicians, and inspiring guests. The show challenges stigma and shares different perspectives to build greater understanding of neurodiversity and mental health. Dr Basra's conversations help to go beyond labels and diagnoses.
Stress Test tracks the fight, the money, and the lies in the lead-up to Election Day, hunting for hope along the way. Washington Bureau Chief David Corn and Video Correspondent Garrison Hayes connect the day's headlines to deeply reported coverage from the Mother Jones newsroom. The show digs into issues like election interference, extreme candidates, and immigration enforcement. Corn and Hayes explore the real threats and potential backlash shaping the country's future.
Loren LoRosa and Dr. Contessa Metcalfe explore sex, relationships, and culture in a judgment-free space. They discuss topics like body counts, getting tested, and sexual health myths with humor and honesty. Each episode features expert insight and open conversations about the questions listeners may be too nervous to ask. Loren and Dr. Contessa are joined by guests like Ciara to talk about love, relationships, and women's health.
The Design Drop cuts through polished advice to explore the mistakes, lessons, and unspoken rules of building a creative career. Host Caroline Murphy offers guidance and sits down with designers, leaders, and experts for candid conversations about what it takes to succeed. These conversations provide real stories and practical takeaways from people who have learned from their experiences. Caroline Murphy's discussions with guests like Clare Sullivan offer valuable insights into the industry.
Financial decisions are rarely just about the money and when life and money collide, it can be hard to make sense of either. Michelle Singletary, Washington Post personal finance columnist, helps real people navigate financial questions through candid conversations with everyday people, experts, and public figures. She discusses debt, spending habits, retirement, and other financial topics to help listeners make informed decisions. Michelle Singletary offers advice to help people make sense of their finances.
What if you could test every money decision before you made it? Bill Harris Presents Money Lab is the personal finance podcast that turns real-life financial questions into experiments and puts them to the test.
Zosia Mamet sits down with cool people to talk about the obsessions and hyperfixations that have become their whole personality, from TV shows they've watched repeatedly to specific skincare routines. The conversations are loaded with recommendations on what to watch, read, and buy. Zosia Mamet, known for her role in GIRLS, leads these discussions, sharing her own obsessions, including her love of horses. Each episode features new people with new obsessions.
Speak to an Agent explores what it really takes to bring AI into large organizations, and why real understanding matters more than a polished voice. Featuring people and ideas shaping the future of CX AI, the show gets candid about what's working and what isn't. Neeraj Verma talks to innovators, thought leaders, and decision makers about their experiences with AI. They discuss what changes now that machines can reason, plan, and act at a human level.
Kadeem Hardison and Darryl M. Bell dive into arts and pop culture, and rewatch every episode of A Different World on their comedy podcast. They bring their unique perspectives to discussions on a range of topics. The show is a space for them to share their thoughts and reactions. Kadeem Hardison and Darryl M. Bell lead the conversations.
Is She Game? is a hub for the ever-expanding world of women's sports, building community by serving fans and creating new ones. Host Coach Jackie J breaks down the latest news in sports and culture, and hangs out with special guests. She has her finger on the pulse of sports worldwide, from the WNBA to local leagues. Coach Jackie J teaches about women's sports to turn listeners into fans.
Sanctuary explores the role of music in healing, community-building, and belonging, drawing from various cultures and sanctuary traditions. Hosted by Grammy Award-winning musician Rhiannon Giddens, the show features interviews with musicians and academics tracing the roots of these traditions. Silkroad artists share their performances and form new connections with communities through cross-cultural creations. The show celebrates music, traditions, and communities that represent sanctuary.
Drive Thru Magic follows two strangers who fall for each other through a speaker box, connecting and sharing their grief as they learn how to move forward as young adults. The show stars Briggon Snow as Gabe and Daniel J. Kim as Louie, with appearances by Danielle Kennedy and Lauren Shippen. Gabe and Louie's nightly conversations at the drive-thru window become a source of comfort and growth. The series is created by Briggon Snow and produced by Atypical Artists.
Marriage isn't one-size-fits-all, taking trust, resilience, and serious effort, especially under public scrutiny. October Tobie Gonzalez and Tony Gonzalez, partners of 20 years, have raw, unfiltered conversations with high-profile couples about love, conflict, and growth in the modern world. The show features discussions on topics like parenting hurdles, couples therapy, and relationships in the public eye. October and Tony Gonzalez pull back the curtain on what it really takes to make a relationship work.
Corner Piece starts small on life’s biggest questions. Join Taha, Melissa, and Sabrina (lifelong friends, full-time nerds) as they connect their personal questions to the profound nature of being a person.
Olympian Samia Yusuf Omar will stop at nothing to get to the next Summer Olympics. Running across borders.
Kyle Prue hosts Get Worse, an advice show where he interviews guests from various backgrounds, including comedians, philosophers, and experts, and responds to write-in questions. The advice given is never intentionally good. Kyle Prue brings his unique perspective as an author and internet personality to the show. The show features a wide range of guests and topics.
Monica Guzman follows individuals into moments of extreme conflict in this limited series, where stakes are high and relationships, careers, and communities are on the line. Four stories explore ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances that take surprising turns. These are gripping looks at courage, compassion, forgiveness, and the surprising ways people respond when tension is at its peak. Dispatches from the Divide is a co-production of BYUradio, Braver Angels, and Disagree Better.
Stroud in Gloucestershire is a small market town surrounded by hills and boasting historical canals, rivers, and nature reserves. This setting has made it a hub for people with a passion for nature and the environment. Al Booth, a former BBC Radio producer-turned conservation volunteer, explores the area's wildlife havens, accompanied by project leaders and volunteers from the Stroud Valleys Project. She experiences how people and nature can thrive together in this beautiful part of the world.
Ctrl Shift is an interview podcast about the shifts people make in their careers and lives, and the shortcuts they pick up along the way. Host and Pick 2 Solutions Founder, DeVante Pickering, sits down with seasoned leaders and traces the whole arc: where they started, what changed, and what they learned navigating the turns.
Lower Clumpthorpe is the quintessential English village. Quiet, cosy, quaint, it's the picture of rural harmony.
Technology is at an inflection point. From AI to the forces reshaping business, science, and daily life, the pace of change is accelerating.
Florence St Leger hosts Build Without Breaking, a podcast about training, mental health, and the challenges faced by industry professionals. Through honest conversations with guests like Actor and Coach Stacia Keogh, the show unpacks the harmful practices that are often seen as part of the industry. The podcast explores what it's like to be in training and how those experiences can follow into professional life. Healthier ways of working are also discussed, with a focus on creating positive change.
Host Johnny Mac explores the history of late-night TV through the people who made it matter, including David Letterman, Conan O'Brien, and Johnny Carson. The series examines the evolution of the late-night desk and the key figures who fought over it. From the Tonight Show wars to the current state of late-night comedy, Johnny Mac tells a personal story of where late night came from and whether anything is left worth fighting for. The show is a soul-searching look at the past and future of late-night TV.
Still Life tells real stories through immersive sound and documentary storytelling, exploring different forms of loss and grief in the United Kingdom. Naomi Bloomstein and Chloe Turpin bring to life intimate audio portraits of love, identity, and resilience. These stories navigate unexpected turns in life, such as a breast cancer diagnosis and family estrangement. The show shares lived, intimate moments rarely spoken aloud.
Hosted by Dana Wiker, Mother Runner explores the often unspoken gray area of postpartum, including identity loss, and how running can help mothers reclaim themselves. The show follows a mother's journey as she trains for a marathon and navigates the challenges of postpartum. Dana Wiker examines the ways in which running can bring mothers back to themselves. The podcast also features conversations with guests like Kristin Stokes, discussing what running brings to motherhood.
The passion, pride and drama of local sport. Go behind the scenes of clubs and communities to uncover the moments that rarely make the headlines.
Comedy at the speed of sound, Anything goes with a bit of swagger and a lot of soul, in a unique variety show format. The show features stand-up, music, sketches, and readings, creating a hangout that feels both sophisticated and free. Adam Ventnor is behind the show, which blends sharp and wistful moments for a distinctive listening experience. Anything covers a range of topics, from the abstract to the everyday, in its eclectic episodes.
For John Borden, dying is the least of his worries in 1989 as he navigates life as an unscrupulous waterbed salesman. He meets Claire, a beautiful psychic, at a tarot party, where she predicts seven absurd events over the next seven days, culminating in his death on the seventh day. Bill Keenan's show follows John as Claire's predictions start coming true with eerie precision, forcing him to face hard questions about fate. Can John cheat his fate or are there worse things than death.
Walter Isaacson sits down with the most consequential names in AI and tech to understand the futures they're building. Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, and Fei-Fei Li are among those who open up about their ambitions and what drives them. These intimate conversations reveal their thoughts on humanity and the implications of their work. Walter Isaacson, a bestselling biographer and professor of history, leads the discussions.
Open mind, critical lens. Conversations with radical people about radical ideas to change the world.
You cannot afford to live in the city you work in, and everyone in the industry has a reason why that can never change. David Pralong is the exception.
How do you know you're lost, if you don’t even know you're missing? The remarkable story of Melissa Highsmith being found 51 years after being kidnapped as a baby made global headlines, but the shocking details of what actually happened to her and the family that never stopped looking for her has never been fully told – until now.
Still awake, you're in good company. The Late-Night Parent Club, hosted by Minah Shannon, tackles the questions that keep parents up at night, from sleepless nights and newborn worries to relationships and mental health. Minah is joined by parenting experts and real parents for honest conversations and practical advice. The show offers reassurance and a sense of community for parents navigating the everyday chaos of raising children.
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