In recent years, the power and influence of the human voice and storytelling through podcasts has become more accessible and popular. We might decide to listen to a podcast to wind down, distract ourselves, dive into the topic of said podcast or even to feel company. Podcasts render a comforting background in our day-to-day-lives. Fortunately for those who have a special appreciation of the human voice alongside some storytelling, this piece will cover a list of podcasts with a wide variety of topics: Mental health, sexuality and relationships, news and politics, faith-based content and more.
Anything Goes with Emma Chamberlain
Youtuber Emma Chamberlain is the host of THE Anything Goes podcast. The content is stimulating and relatable, often covering topics such as mental health, fashion trends, philosophies on life and relationship advice. My feeling when listening to Emma, is that I am having a conversation with my best friend or even a therapist… Yes, that is how incredibly I resonate with her and the podcast.
Favorite episodes:
- “balance in relationships”
- “the pressure to overachieve”
- “alone but not lonely”
- “regaining perspective”
The Brown Girl’s Guide to Politics
Host A’shanti Gholar holds discussions with politicians and candidates from across the country to share advice, tools and resources that can aid women of color in the world of politics. Analysis of current events, interviews and an outlet for activism are all a part of this podcast that I have personally related to as a Latina and woman majoring in Political Science.
Favorite episodes:
- “A Uniquely American Problem: the Gun Violence Epidemic”
- “Immigrant Rights are Human Rights”
- “We Are the Backbone of Our Communities”
On My Mind with Ava Jules
Navigating life in our 20’s is something many of us are wondering how to do. In all honesty, everyone is just trying to figure it out and no one has it together. Youtuber Ava Jules focuses on the former in her podcast and discusses whatever is on her mind, whether it be light-hearted conversations on fun solo dates and fashion trends or deep personal reflections on habits, confidence, working and nurturing friendships.
Favorite episodes:
- “Life Lessons I Learned at 21”
- “How to Feel Your BEST”
- “How to Become Your Own BFF & What I Like To Do Alone”
- “All the ‘Little Things’ in Life That Make it Worth Living”
Happy & Healthy with Jeanine Amapola
This podcast is hosted by youtuber Jeanine Amapola. She is known for Christian faith-based content, but also covers mental health, relationship advice and healthy habits. Happy and Healthy is refreshing and relatable, especially for someone on their faith journey.
Favorite episodes: