In recent years, podcasts have become one of the most powerful ways to share stories, insights, and ideas, and women hosts are at the forefront of some of the most compelling shows out there. Whether they’re exploring career growth, navigating life changes, sharing hilarious anecdotes, or tackling the big issues, these women-led podcasts are bringing fresh perspectives and strong voices to the mic. In this roundup, we’re highlighting our favorite podcasts hosted by women who inspire, entertain, and challenge us to think deeper. If you're looking for a new show to add to your playlist, these bold, brilliant women will keep you listening.
But first….our ‘Age Box’ Podcast! Make sure you are listening on Substack, Apple, Spotify or Youtube.
Some Favorite Podcasts Hosted by Women: Bold Voices Leading the Conversation
On with Kara Swisher (she co-hosts Pivot too)
Next Question with Katie Couric
Table Manners with Jessie & Lennie Ware
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Radio Cherry Bombe with Kerry Diamond
Hysteria with Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco
Call Her Daddy with Alex Cooper
The Comment Section with Drew Afualo
Unqualified with Anna Faris
Baby, This is Keke Palmer
Giggly Squad with Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo
Handsome with comedians Tig Notaro, Mae Martin, Fortune Feimster
History Chicks with Beckett Graham and Susan Vollenweider
Dressed: The History of Fashion
CNT’s Women Who Travel with Lale Arikoglu
You Must Remember This with Karina Longworth
You’re Wrong About with Sarah Marshall
How to Fail with Elizabeth Day
Maintenance Phase with Aubrey Gordon (Co-hosted)
On Being Krista Tippett
The Mel Robbins Podcast
Unlocking Us with Brene Brown
We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, Amanda Doyle
2 Dope Queens (RIP, they retired it, but find old episodes)
Call Your Girlfriend (RIP, they retired it, but find old episodes)
The High Low (RIP, they retired it, but find old episodes)
There are SO many wonderful shows so we will keep adding to this list!
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