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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Gonzaga chapter.

It seems like every week, there is always a new podcast being launched. Whether you’re interested in makeup or detective work, there is something to listen to on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Soundcloud that will accompany you in your headphones or on a long drive. Here is a list of some of the best podcasts for every interest. 

If you like beauty…

The Fat Mascara podcast began in February 2016 and is hosted by Marie Claire Executive Beauty and Health editor Jennifer Goldstein and Teen Vogue Beauty and Health director Jessica Matlin. Every week, Jenn and Jess discuss beauty and fashion trends. They also interview professionals in the industry, including Bobbi Brown, Kat Von D, and Christian Louboutin.

Check it out HERE

If you like science and technology…

From the website HowStuffWorks, Stuff You Should Know educates its listeners about a variety of topics, from Pompeii to lion taming to hang gliding. This award-winning podcast’s most notable episodes include “What is a hangover, really?” and “How Barbie Doll Works”.

Check it out HERE

 

If you like reading…

The Literary Disco podcast is hosted by three passionate writers who discuss everything from classics to YA novels every week. Fans of Boy Meets World—Rider Strong (Shawn Hunter) is one of the co-hosts!

Check it out HERE

If you like political discussions…

Hosted by former Obama Administration staffers Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Tommy Vietor, and Dan Pfeiffer, Pod Save America is a conversation about what is going on in the country right now, how to interpret today’s politics, and how to get involved.

Check it out HERE

If you like pop culture…

Hosted by self-proclaimed movie nerd and MTV host Josh Horowitz, Happy Sad Confused is a podcast for all pop culture fans. With over 100 episodes, past guests include Emma Stone, Timothée Chalamet, and the cast of Workaholics!

Check it out HERE

If you like friendship…

Do ever feel like catching up with a long-distance friend? Call Your Girlfriend is a wonderful podcast that includes female-driven conversations about everything from pop culture to fashion to politics.

Check it out HERE

If you like celebrity interviews…

Does anyone out there like The House Bunny? The hilarious star of the film, Anna Faris, started her own podcast, Anna Faris is Unqualified back in 2015. Accompanied by her best friend Sim, Anna speaks with her peers in the movie and television industry about their latest projects and paths to success. Anna and her guests play games related to their on-screen roles, and also give life advice to callers.

Check it out HERE

If you like history…

Fans of Parks and Recreation and history buffs alike: The Memory Palace is the podcast for you. Host Nate DiMeo (co-writer of Pawnee: The Greatest Town in America) explores interesting and untold narratives.

Check it out HERE

If you like television and film…

TV and film fans, The Business is about to be your new favorite media commentary podcast. Kim Masters of The Hollywood Reporter interviews filmmakers, actors, and industry professionals every week, recent guests including Pitch Perfect writer Kay Cannon and Get Out director Jordan Peele.

Check it out HERE.

If you like journalism…

The Tip-Off podcast takes a deeper look into the action-packed world of investigative journalism, and how journalists find leads and break cases. There are car chases, shady meetings, and code names!

Check it out HERE

Happy podcasting, everyone!

 

Gonzaga University HerCampus Contributor