Here’s a List of Podcast Millennials Are Listening To Because You’ve Binged Everything Good On Netflix
“Have you listened to the recent episode?” is the new “Have you watched that new show?” and I am 100% here for it.
I hate it when I’m in a group and everyone is all into the same TV show and I’m sitting there without a clue of what the hell they are talking about. Well, recently, that same feeling has been arising with podcasts. Clearly, this is a bandwagon we all need to hop on because its all anyone is ever talking about. Here are a list and mini summaries of all of the popular podcasts millennials are listening to, because, well, it’s nice to have a clue what everyone is talking about.
The best part is, podcasts are free entertainment. They are ALL FREE.
Crime Related Podcasts
Seems like Crime related podcasts are the HOT topic currently so here are some of the fan-favorite crime podcasts.
My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark
Genre: Comedy
First up because it’s all anyone is talking about! Lifelong fans of true crime stories Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark tell each other their favorite tales of murder and hear hometown crime stories from friends and fans. They do so in a comical manner so there is not too much seriousness here.
Dr. Death
Genre: Science and Medicine
My very first podcast I listened to! A podcast about the hospital system and how it has failed. DR. DEATH is a story about a charming surgeon, 33 patients, and a spineless system. This is the story of Christopher Duntsch who was a neurosurgeon that radiated confidence. He claimed he was the best in Dallas. If you had back pain and had tried everything else, Dr. Duntsch could give you the spine surgery that would take your pain away. But soon his patients started to experience complications, and the system failed to protect them. Which begs the question: who – or what – is that system meant to protect?
Dirty John
Genre: Personal Journal
If you like trash TV, this drama series has just the right amount of drama and cringe to be binge-worthy. Debra Newell is a successful interior designer who met John Meehan, a handsome man who seemed to check all the boxes: attentive, available, just back from a year in Iraq with Doctors Without Borders. But her family doesn’t like John, and they get entangled in an increasingly complex web of love, deception, forgiveness, denial, and ultimately, survival.
Casefile True Crime
Genre: History
Fact is scarier than fiction. Told by an anonymous male with an Australian accent, this series deals with solved or cold criminal cases, often related to well-known murders and serial crimes. Each case is about 1-3 episodes long so you can binge or listen one car ride at a time.
Crime Junkie
Genre: Personal Journals
Crime Junkie is a weekly podcast dedicated to giving you a true crime fix. Every Monday, Ashley Flowers will tell you about whatever crime she’s been obsessing over that week in a way that sounds like you’re sitting around talking crime with your best friends. The storytelling is straightforward and free of rabbit holes so the cases stay suspenseful and are easy to follow. If you can never get enough true crime… Congratulations, you’re a Crime Junkie! You’ve found your people.
Criminal
Genre: Personal Journal
Criminal is a podcast about crime. Riveting, right? These are stories of people who’ve done wrong, been wronged, and/or gotten caught somewhere in the middle.
Female Criminals
Genre: Society and Culture
Orange is the new black has come to podcasts. This is the true crime podcast where women aren’t just the victims. Every week, the psychology, motivations, and atrocities of female felons are examined. New episodes come out every Wednesday.
To Live and Die in LA
Genre: Personal Journals
In Feb 2018, an aspiring actress vanished from her Hollywood apartment. Go inside a gripping multi-state investigation as it unfolds from the moment of the disappearance to each twist and turn in the case. Stay not only more informed than the news but listen as the official story is dismantled with in-the-moment first-hand reporting with the leading figures in the investigation.
American Scandal
Genre: History
Every scandal begins with a lie. But the truth will come out. And then comes the fallout and the outrage. Scandals have shaped America since its founding. From business and politics to sports and society, we look on aghast as corruption, deceit and ambition bring down heroes and celebrities, politicians and moguls. And when the dust finally settles, we’re left to wonder: how did this happen? In this series, you’re taken deep into the heart of America’s dark side to look at what drives someone to break the rules and what happens when they’re caught.
Comedy Podcasts
Tired of flipping through the radio or listening to the same Cardi B song on repeat? Switch your route to work up with one of these podcasts for a laugh instead!
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard
Genre: Comedy
Men, this one is for sure geared towards you. Dax Shepard loves talking to people. He is fascinated by the messiness of being human and finds people who are vulnerable and honest about their struggles and shortcomings to be incredibly sexy. He celebrates the challenges and setbacks that ultimately lead to growth and betterment. With more than a decade of sobriety, a degree in Anthropology and four years of improv training he will attempt to discover human “truths” without any laboratory work, clinical trials or data collection. 16th-century science, here we come.
WTF with Marc Maron
Genre: Comedy
Comedian Marc Maron is tackling the most complex philosophical question of our day – WTF? He’ll get to the bottom of it with help from comedian friends, celebrity guests and the voices in his own head. It’s a great laugh involving any and every “WTF” situation you can think of.
Congratulations with Chris D’Elia
Genre: Comedy
Chris D’Elia sits down every week to talk about what’s on his mind. If you’ve seen D’Elia in some of his Netflix specials you’ll know he has some pretty good content. The podcast explores some of those concepts on a deeper level. He does get a little rambly but it’s still a good time.
Genre: Comedy
Off the Vine with Kaitlin Bristowe
Genre: Society and Culture
For all my bachelorette fans out there, Kaitlyn went from drinking wine to Off the Vine real quick. Kaitlyn Bristowe has created a space where girls (and gents) can feel empowered to be themselves… because there’s more to life than Instagram, right? Kaitlyn isn’t afraid to keep it real as she talks with some of the biggest names in Hollywood! Get ready for lots of laughs, candid convo, taboo topics, unfiltered advice, and wine… lots of wine!
2 Dope Queens
Genre: Comedy
Phoebe Robinson and Jessica Williams are funny. They’re black. They’re BFFs. Join the 2 Dope Queens, along with their favorite comedians, for stories about sex, romance, race, hair journeys, living in New York, and Billy Joel. Plus a whole bunch of other S**t.
Call Her Daddy
Genre: Comedy
This series is a personal favorite of mine. There is some extremely raw material here and this is definitely for mature audiences only but vlogger Alexandra Cooper and best friend Sofia Franklyn dive into the explicit details of their life in NYC. In their 20s, the two exploit the hell out of their lives, making you feel a hell of a lot better about yours. Relationships, sex, the NY social scene, embarrassing moments, and more are all addressed. #DaddyGang
Death, Sex, & Money with Anna Sale
Genre: Society and Culture
Death, Sex & Money is a podcast about the big questions and hard choices that are often left out of polite conversation. Host Anna Sale talks to celebrities you’ve heard of—and to regular people you haven’t—about the Big Stuff: relationships, money, family, work and making it all count while we’re here.
Self Help
…because we all could use a little help from the experts, or at least the folks that appear to have it all together.
The Dave Ramsey Show
Genre: Investing
If you’re trying to live that debt-free life, this podcast is a great stepping stone for you. Get motivated and stay on track with your goals by listening to The Dave Ramsey Show. In each show, Dave answers questions from listeners on subjects like debt, investing, retirement, insurance, and marriage.
Rise with Rachel Hollis
Genre: Careers
We can all attest that Rachel Hollis is a goddess. She’s the “Girl, Wash Your Face” author, so what she says is basically law. Tangible and tactical tools for your life and business. RISE is a series of bold conversations with fellow business powerhouses and personal development leaders that provides the listener with real-life valuable takeaways.
The Dream Bigger Podcast
Genre: Self-Help
This podcast is hosted by Siffat Haider of Icing & Glitter. Each week, Siff will be chatting with movers and shakers who will inspire you to live your best life. Expect to hear from wellness experts, skincare gurus, fashion brands, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders. This podcast is like the best friend you can turn to for advice, who uplifts you, and encourages you to be your best self.
Lady Lovin’
Genre: Personal Journals
Lady Lovin’ is your source for female empowerment. Jilly Hendrix, Greta Titelman, and Lo Bosworth tackle a variety of topics from Relationships and Sex, to Health & Wellness to Business and Start-Ups. Join the girls every Monday as they interview some of your favorite entrepreneurs, comedians and activists and answer all of your “need to know questions”. Lady Lovin’ is all about inspiring women to stay true to who they are and loving the skin you’re in and the life you live.
The Doctors Farmacy
Genre: Fitness and Nutrition
Dr. Mark Hyman is seeing an ever-increasing burden of chronic disease, primarily driven by our food and food system. This is perpetuated by agricultural, food and health care policies that don’t support health. We need to rethink disease and reimagine a food system that unburdens the economy from the weight of obesity and chronic disease, protects the environment, helps reverse climate change and creates a nation of healthy children and citizens.
The Gary Vee Audio Experience
Genre: Marketing and Management
Hosted by entrepreneur, CEO, investor, vlogger, and public speaker Gary Vaynerchu, this podcast is a mix of #AskGaryVee episodes, keynote speeches on marketing and business, segments from my DAILYVEE video series, interviews and fireside chats he has given, as well as new and current thoughts he records originally for this audio experience!
Miscellaneous
Impress your friends and introduce them to a new podcast, like one of these!
Ologies
Genre: Science and Medicine
Volcanoes. Trees. Drunk butterflies. Mars missions. Slug sex. Death. Beauty standards. Anxiety busters. Beer science. Bee drama. Take away a pocket full of science knowledge and charming, bizarre stories about what fuels these professional -ologists’ obsessions. Humorist and science correspondent Alie Ward asks smart people stupid questions and the answers might change your life.
99% Invisible
Genre: Design
Design is everywhere in our lives, perhaps most importantly in the places where we’ve just stopped noticing. 99% Invisible is a weekly exploration of the process and power of design and architecture. You will definitely walk away learning something from this series.
If I’m being Honest with Katie Crenshaw
Genre: Society and Culture
Have you ever had secret questions about untouchable subjects like abortion, suicide, or addiction? Imagine having a conversation with your best friend who has been through those things and it offers up the nitty-gritty. This is a podcast where we will be talking about all the subjects that we kind of tiptoe around in society. From racism to alcoholism, we’re going to chat about the controversial, the censored, and the taboo with Katie Crenshaw.
Bachelor Party
Genre: TV and Film
Alright bachelor fans, this one is for YOU! Each week, Juliet Litman analyzes ‘The Bachelor’ and ‘Bachelor Winter Games’ in extreme detail and engages in conversation with guests from Bachelor Nation, fellow super-fans, and her Ringer colleagues. Its an after-party in a podcast.
What are some of your favorite podcasts?! I’m always looking to grow my podcast library and would love to know your favorites!
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3 Responses
This is an amazing roundup!!! I'm bookmarking this so I can come back and catch up on all of these!! Have a great weekend xo Jana | janastyleblog.com IG: @jana_meister
Podcasts are amazing to listen to in the car. Some of my favorites are "Blogging Unscripted" by Danielle Gervino and Dirty John, since I watched the TV show on it!
Amanda | Affordable by Amanda
Thank you do much for this post! I really want to get into podcasts, but I didn't know where to start! Theses all sound great!