12 Podcasts We’re Into Right Now
We’re getting through our subscribed lists pretty quick, so here’s 12 of the team’s top podcast recommendations. Covering everything from true crime and NASA missions, to spirituality and dream dinners - hear us out and hit download for some quality content.
The Wingwoman
What’s it about?
Fashion journalists Charlie Gowans-Eglinton and Frankie Graddon give an honest account on thirty-something life: Love, money, frocks, spots: it's all up for discussion.
Why listen to it?
For the laugh out loud anecdotes and totally relatable content. Listening to an episode is like having a catch up with your best friends.
Anything else we should know?
It’s also well worth signing up to their (free) weekly newsletter - a little treat in your inbox every Sunday.
What’s it about?
Fashion journalists Charlie Gowans-Eglinton and Frankie Graddon give an honest account on thirty-something life: Love, money, frocks, spots: it's all up for discussion.
Why listen to it?
For the laugh out loud anecdotes and totally relatable content. Listening to an episode is like having a catch up with your best friends.
Anything else we should know?
It’s also well worth signing up to their (free) weekly newsletter - a little treat in your inbox every Sunday.
The Gateway
What’s it about?
A six-part series about controversial spiritual guru Teal Swan.
Why listen to it?
This is a fascinating and gripping account of a modern day guru and how quickly things can turn very dark.
Anything else we should know?
Teal’s story is totally bizarre, frightening and riveting. You’ll want to binge it all in one go!
What’s it about?
A six-part series about controversial spiritual guru Teal Swan.
Why listen to it?
This is a fascinating and gripping account of a modern day guru and how quickly things can turn very dark.
Anything else we should know?
Teal’s story is totally bizarre, frightening and riveting. You’ll want to binge it all in one go!
13 Minutes To The Moon
What’s it about?
The story of the people behind the Apollo 11 moon landing told through the last 13 minutes before touchdown on the lunar surface.
Why listen to it?
Well, they went to the moon with less tech than an Iphone and it is an incredible story.
Anything else we should know?
THEY WENT TO THE MOON…what are you not getting about this. 10/10.
What’s it about?
The story of the people behind the Apollo 11 moon landing told through the last 13 minutes before touchdown on the lunar surface.
Why listen to it?
Well, they went to the moon with less tech than an Iphone and it is an incredible story.
Anything else we should know?
THEY WENT TO THE MOON…what are you not getting about this. 10/10.
Unlocking Us With Brene Brown
What’s it about?
Researcher and #1 New York Times best-selling author Brené Brown unpacks and explores the ideas, stories, experiences, books, films, and music that reflect the universal experiences of being human, from the bravest moments to the most brokenhearted.
Why listen to it?
If you’ve heard of Brene Brown or have seen her Netflix special (if you haven’t, add it to your watch list), the woman is a genius who breaks down human behaviour and makes sense of complex emotions in a warm and accessible way. You’ll find yourself repeating her wisdom to friends - it’s so interesting!
Anything else we should know?
No, download it.
What’s it about?
Researcher and #1 New York Times best-selling author Brené Brown unpacks and explores the ideas, stories, experiences, books, films, and music that reflect the universal experiences of being human, from the bravest moments to the most brokenhearted.
Why listen to it?
If you’ve heard of Brene Brown or have seen her Netflix special (if you haven’t, add it to your watch list), the woman is a genius who breaks down human behaviour and makes sense of complex emotions in a warm and accessible way. You’ll find yourself repeating her wisdom to friends - it’s so interesting!
Anything else we should know?
No, download it.
That Peter Crouch Podcast
What’s it about?
For anybody interested in football, "Crouchy" reminisces on his career, sharing stories of his experiences of what it's like to be a footballer, both on and off the pitch.
Why listen to it?
He gives first-hand insights into topics such as training ground antics, team holidays and what goes on in the dressing room.
Anything else we should know?
My favourite episode - check out That Fitness Episode. Episodes are filmed weekly alongside BBC Radio One’s, Chris Stark and BBC Chief Sport Editor, Tom Fordyce.
What’s it about?
For anybody interested in football, "Crouchy" reminisces on his career, sharing stories of his experiences of what it's like to be a footballer, both on and off the pitch.
Why listen to it?
He gives first-hand insights into topics such as training ground antics, team holidays and what goes on in the dressing room.
Anything else we should know?
My favourite episode - check out That Fitness Episode. Episodes are filmed weekly alongside BBC Radio One’s, Chris Stark and BBC Chief Sport Editor, Tom Fordyce.
Hoste By Laura Jackson
What’s it about?
Broadcaster, interiors fanatic & food lover Laura Jackson who is always the host and never the hosted, speaks to guests that also do the hosting, to speak about all their hosting secrets, go to holiday destinations, fave lowkey restaurants, best vintage furniture finds etc.
Why listen to it?
It’s such a chilled podcast, it just feels like you’re a fly on the wall in a coffee shop, listening to people’s conversations. She also speaks to some really interesting people such as Man Repeller’s Leandra Medine and Stacey Dooley. Perfect for slightly nosey people who love to get a peek into people’s lives, also just a great podcast to have on in the background.
Anything else we should know?
The Jessie Ware episode is hilarious and a really good listen.
What’s it about?
Broadcaster, interiors fanatic & food lover Laura Jackson who is always the host and never the hosted, speaks to guests that also do the hosting, to speak about all their hosting secrets, go to holiday destinations, fave lowkey restaurants, best vintage furniture finds etc.
Why listen to it?
It’s such a chilled podcast, it just feels like you’re a fly on the wall in a coffee shop, listening to people’s conversations. She also speaks to some really interesting people such as Man Repeller’s Leandra Medine and Stacey Dooley. Perfect for slightly nosey people who love to get a peek into people’s lives, also just a great podcast to have on in the background.
Anything else we should know?
The Jessie Ware episode is hilarious and a really good listen.
Criminal
What’s it about?
Stories of people who've done wrong, been wronged, or gotten caught somewhere in the middle. 20 minutes of strange true crime stories, great if you love darker / grittier content.
Why listen to it?
Such an interesting listen, hearing about the darker side of life. All very random so it never gets boring!
Anything else we should know?
The right level of gore, even for the faint-hearted!
What’s it about?
Stories of people who've done wrong, been wronged, or gotten caught somewhere in the middle. 20 minutes of strange true crime stories, great if you love darker / grittier content.
Why listen to it?
Such an interesting listen, hearing about the darker side of life. All very random so it never gets boring!
Anything else we should know?
The right level of gore, even for the faint-hearted!
Reply All
What’s it about?
Compelling real stories involving technology and how to navigate digital life. “A podcast about the internet’ that is actually an unfailingly original exploration of modern life and how to survive it.” – The Guardian
Why listen to it?
This podcast is funny, intriguing and really opens your eyes to things you’ve never considered before.
Anything else we should know?
The Snapchat Thief and The Case of the Missing Hit are two of my favourite episodes! Couldn’t recommend this podcast enough.
What’s it about?
Compelling real stories involving technology and how to navigate digital life. “A podcast about the internet’ that is actually an unfailingly original exploration of modern life and how to survive it.” – The Guardian
Why listen to it?
This podcast is funny, intriguing and really opens your eyes to things you’ve never considered before.
Anything else we should know?
The Snapchat Thief and The Case of the Missing Hit are two of my favourite episodes! Couldn’t recommend this podcast enough.
Off-Menu
What’s it about?
Ed Gamble and James Acaster invite special guests into their magical restaurant to each choose their favourite starter, main course, side dish, dessert and drink.
Why listen to it?
It’s hilarious and mouth-watering at the same time, what more could you want from a podcast? (food not included).
Anything else we should know?
Loyle Carner – for a super chill afternoon listen.
What’s it about?
Ed Gamble and James Acaster invite special guests into their magical restaurant to each choose their favourite starter, main course, side dish, dessert and drink.
Why listen to it?
It’s hilarious and mouth-watering at the same time, what more could you want from a podcast? (food not included).
Anything else we should know?
Loyle Carner – for a super chill afternoon listen.
99% Invisible
What’s it about?
99% Invisible is about all the thought that goes into the things we don’t think about — the unnoticed architecture and design that shape our world. Hosted by Roman Mars. Sounds dull but it's amazing if you’re into it!
Why listen to it?
It’s really interesting as it makes you realise how small design decisions affect people all over the world.
Anything else we should know?
Every year they release two editor’s short stories that never made it to the podcast, but are so entertaining and usually a bit weirder!
What’s it about?
99% Invisible is about all the thought that goes into the things we don’t think about — the unnoticed architecture and design that shape our world. Hosted by Roman Mars. Sounds dull but it's amazing if you’re into it!
Why listen to it?
It’s really interesting as it makes you realise how small design decisions affect people all over the world.
Anything else we should know?
Every year they release two editor’s short stories that never made it to the podcast, but are so entertaining and usually a bit weirder!
The High Low
What’s it about?
A pop-culture/news podcast by journalists Pandora Sykes & Dolly Alderton.
Why listen to it?
Super fun commentary on all topics, both high-brow and lowbrow!
Anything else we should know?
This podcast series is both enjoyable, informative and particularly great for feminists. They are on maternity leave at the moment, but if you haven’t listened before there’s tonnes of brilliant episodes to indulge in! It’s really great for new book recommendations.
What’s it about?
A pop-culture/news podcast by journalists Pandora Sykes & Dolly Alderton.
Why listen to it?
Super fun commentary on all topics, both high-brow and lowbrow!
Anything else we should know?
This podcast series is both enjoyable, informative and particularly great for feminists. They are on maternity leave at the moment, but if you haven’t listened before there’s tonnes of brilliant episodes to indulge in! It’s really great for new book recommendations.
The Shrink Next Door
What’s it about?
The Shrink Next Door is the story of one therapist’s psychological manipulation as he crossed lines and defrauded his patients — and he’s still out there.
Why listen to it?
It’s a wild story that needs to be heard to be believed. Really good series if you’re looking for a bit of escapism, it’s well edited and the story really sucks you in.
Anything else we should know?
If you like a Netflix true crime doc, this one’s for you.
What’s it about?
The Shrink Next Door is the story of one therapist’s psychological manipulation as he crossed lines and defrauded his patients — and he’s still out there.
Why listen to it?
It’s a wild story that needs to be heard to be believed. Really good series if you’re looking for a bit of escapism, it’s well edited and the story really sucks you in.
Anything else we should know?
If you like a Netflix true crime doc, this one’s for you.