Listen Up!

I listen to a lot of podcasts.  Like a lot. If you talk to me, chances are I'll mention something I heard on a podcast. And chances are you'll ask me what podcast I listen to. Without further a do, here are the podcasts:

Happier with Gretchen Rubin: This is a great self-help podcast. She delves into happiness and habits and how to make our life well...happier. She's the author of many books: Better Than Before, The Happiness Project, The Four Tendencies. She hosts it with her sister.

Happier in Hollywood: This is a spin-off from Happier that is hosted by Liz Craft and Sara Fain. They're both TV writers and focus on how to survive the working world in Hollywood.  They also talk about how to balance work and family.

Super Soul Conversations: This is hosted by Oprah. The Oprah. It's the audio recording of her Super Soul Sunday TV series.  She interviews a wide range of people and gives me a sense of nostalgia from her Oprah Winfrey Show days.

The Other "F" Word: Hosted by some psychologists and therapists, they have people share their experiences of dealing with failure.

Royally Obsessed: If you love the royal family like me, this is for you. The hosts discuss current royal events.  I'll admit that the hosts can sound a bit valley girl, but I love it. 

Pop Culture Happy Hour: This is a 2 episode per week show. They have a round table discussion on movies, television, music, etc.  I love it because I listen about topics I may have not given the time of day and some convince me I need to check it out.

Armchair Expert: If you love Dax Shepard you'll love this. He hosts it and interviews his friends and family.  This one is a bit lengthy, but it makes you feel like you're a fly on the wall.

Wait...Wait...Don't Tell Me: This is a weekly show on NPR. They have a panel of comedians and discuss current events from the week. They also interview a celebrity and play a few trivia games.

Slow Burn: This show isn't on all the time. However, their first season covering Watergate was fascinating. Season 2 is going to cover the Clinton White Water scandal.  I'm sure it won't disappoint!

So when do I listen to all of these?  Mostly while getting ready each morning. Since most episodes are range from 20 - 40 minutes, it's perfect timing.  If I'm by myself driving, I'll turn them on.  During the school year, I listen to them during my plan time while I'm working or at the copier. I make sure to use my ear buds so I don't annoy anyone!

If you have an iPhone, you have a podcast app on your phone.  You can search by show or by a topic.  Take some time and check them out!