Nine must-listen podcasts for autumn
Podcasts. There’s thousands of them. And no doubt you’ve already got a few favourites. But with new ones popping up all the time it can be difficult to decide what to listen to next. As it’s International Podcast Day, we thought we’d make things easier for you. Here’s nine that we think are well worth exploring. So plug in, press play, and open your ears to this lot.
Adult Ish
Adult Ish is an empowering culture, advice and storytelling podcast produced for, and by, young people. Merk Nguyen and Nygel Turner explore everything from heartwarming stories about inspirational mums, to advice about how to manage your money. The second season started last month and a new episode drops every week.
Check it out here
Hip Hop Saved My Life
Before comedian Romesh Ranganathan became a regular fixture on tv screens, he presented this inspiring and often hilarious podcast. Each week he gets a celebrity guest on to chat about how hip hop changed their life. Season two has just kicked off and has already featured Mercury nominated Little Simz and super-producer Mark Ronson.
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Happy Place with Fearne Cotton
Well known for her regular appearances on Celebrity Juice, Fearne Cotton has now successfully broken out into the world of podcasting with Happy Place. Each episode features Fearne quizzing a celeb or expert on how they find joy in daily life. Catch up now to hear a wide variety of guests - from Sam Fender to GoT’s Maisie Williams - providing excellent advice on how to overcome adversity and find success in your own life.
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Beyond Today
Beyond Today is an award winning daily news podcast that tackles one big story from the headlines and delivers it in a way that won’t bore you senseless. If you want to discover how Drake was behind Top Boy’s Netflix return, hear Sam Smith get to grips with non-binary gender pronouns, or discover just how dangerous vaping really is, then start streaming now.
Check it out here
Tough Girl Podcast
Every week Sarah Williams interviews inspiring women who have overcome physical or mental challenges. Guests discussing their personal journeys and providing real-world tips and advice have included: Arctic explorer Felicity Aston, ultra running and Guinness World Record holder Mimi Anderson, and double Olympian Liz Yelling. This definitely isn’t just for women though. This is for anyone who wants to pick up a challenge, make the most out of their lives, and chase their dreams.
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Gen ZEO
Gen ZEO interviews young people who are already well on their way to becoming the boss and explores how this generation is transforming the business landscape. From tech innovators to social media masters and beyond, if you’re looking to go it alone and build an era-defining empire, this is the podcast for you.
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Stuff They Don’t Want You To Know
Ever wondered if memories can actually be erased? Or how the world’s biggest heists are pulled off? Maybe you have questions about what’s happening in Hong Kong right now, or are wondering if Taylor Swift really has been replaced by a lookalike. Whatever you’re curious about, you’ll find the answer here. And remember, they don’t want you to know.
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Younger Smarter Better
Top tips for breaking bad habits, exhaustion explained, how to be a friendlier person – this podcast looks at ways young people can improve their lives and achieve more. If you’re looking for advice about everyday issues and how to overcome them, then this is a good place to start.
Check it out here
On a Dark, Cold Night
There are plenty of podcasts out there designed to help you drift off after a stressful day – from ambient ASMR and mindfulness to bedtime stories and meditation - but this one has a twist. Spine-chilling but soothing tales for those who love horror. It sounds like it shouldn’t work but presenter and writer Kristen Zaza’s calming voice, combined with strange, eerie stories, will have you fast asleep before the full moon rises.
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