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🎧 Podcasts That Keep Me Hooked

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Ijeoma Eleazu

These are the lesser-known, indie podcasts that totally deserve a bigger audience. I (or someone I know) have listened to almost every single one of these and can vouch for them. They’re interesting, creative, and safe to listen to with family around...

Sections

🔍 True Crime & Thrillers

🎬 Pop Culture & Entertainment

💼 Business & Money Talks

🎭 Audio Dramas That Pull You In

📜 History That Hooks You

🧠 Smart Stuff, Simply Told

🔍 True Crime & Thrillers

Clean, compelling mystery podcasts that don’t go overboard on the details. Just smart storytelling and a little suspense.

A friend of mine recommended this one, and I got hooked immediately. It tells real stories of people who quietly exploited situations for personal gain. It’s more psychological than gory, which I love, and it always leaves me thinking, “Could I have ...

The Opportunist

My sister got into this after reading a few crime novels and was thrilled to find a podcast that explored crime through books. It’s super clean and surprisingly cozy, more like talking about your favorite mystery novel than diving into anything scary...

Criminal Types

I like this one because it doesn’t try to dramatize or sensationalize anything. The host just lays out the facts and theories in a calm, steady way, which makes it great for background listening. It’s a good fit if you’re curious about unsolved myste...

Unresolved

🎬 Pop Culture & Entertainment

Fun, clever shows about movies, TV, and creative stuff. No gossip, just interesting conversations and a good sense of humor.

I found this one by accident and ended up going down a rabbit hole with it. Guests talk about a character in film or TV that really resonated with them, and the conversations get surprisingly deep. It’s a cool mix of pop culture and personal storytel...

Feeling Seen

My friend and her brother bond over movies, and this is their go-to for fun breakdowns of the classics. I listen on and off... Some episodes get silly, but there are lots of clean ones that are just packed with great film trivia and nostalgic comment...

The Rewatchables (The Clean Episodes)

A friend of mine who is in a tabletop game group recommended this one, and I didn’t expect to enjoy it as much as I do. It’s a really joyful mix of fantasy, games, and pop culture with so much heart. Even if you’re not into D&D (I'm actually real...

Three Black Halflings

💼 Business & Money Talks

These are the shows that made me actually enjoy learning about work, creativity, and money. They’re friendly, practical, and refreshingly down-to-earth.

This one feels like the money conversation you wish people would have at dinner. It's honest, thoughtful, and never preachy. A friend told me it helped her realize how many different ways people manage money, and now I’m hooked too. It’s quietly empo...

Other People's Pockets

My cousin started listening to this while launching his Etsy store and said it gave him the push he needed to just go for it. It’s full of simple, realistic advice, nothing flashy or gimmicky. I’ve picked up a few ideas from it too, even though I’m n...

The Side Hustle Show

I like to start my mornings with this one because it gives you little mindset shifts without getting too "self-helpy". A coworker told me it helped her stop procrastinating, and honestly, same. It’s short, motivating, and actually doable... no “wake ...

Tiny Leaps, Big Changes

🎭 Audio Dramas That Pull You In

These are just fun. No inappropriate themes, just imaginative storytelling, great acting, and enough twists to keep you listening episode after episode.

My friend calls this the “comfort food of audio dramas,” and she’s totally right. It’s quirky, witty, and weirdly heartwarming. The premise (helping people fake their deaths) sounds dark, but it’s played for laughs and always stays light. I binged th...

The Amelia Project

So in this one this guy is running away from his regular life so he takes a job working in a lookout tower so he can be alone. But of course, things start happening and even as a listener I don't even know who to trust... The episodes come out very f...

Tower 4

A musician friend turned me onto this one. It’s surreal and poetic, like a radio play crossed with a dream. It’s hard to explain, but once you’re in the vibe, it’s magical. Feels like something you’d listen to curled up with a blanket.

The Orbiting Human Circus

📜 History That Hooks You

These podcasts make history feel human. They have all the weird, moving, and inspiring stories you didn’t get in school. Always family-friendly, always fascinating.

My aunty actually got me into this one. It’s two sisters who are historians, telling stories about women that history forgot. They put so much heart into it, and every episode feels like a tribute. It's super engaging and great for all ages.

What'sHerName

I found this while looking for something fun but educational. It covers all the mistakes, flukes, and weird beliefs in science and history. It’s smart, but not stuffy, and the storytelling is top-notch. I’ve recommended it to a bunch of friends who n...

The Constant: A History of Getting Things Wrong

My uncle loves this one and sends me specific episodes he thinks I’ll like, and he’s always right. Malcolm Gladwell makes you rethink what you thought you knew, but in a super approachable way. It's great for road trips and it's good listening for cu...

Revisionist History: The Alabama Murders

🧠 Smart Stuff, Simply Told

These are the ones I listen to when I want to learn something cool without getting overwhelmed. They have friendly hosts, great pacing, and lots of “wait, what?!” moments.

My cousin calls this her “fun facts” podcast. Each episode is about a different branch of science, and it’s always good fun. The host makes everything feel accessible and nerdy in the best way. Just look for the clean-labeled episodes, and you’re goo...

Ologies

This one feels like a nature walk in your ears. Chris is a wildlife biologist and he's such a kind, thoughtful guide. I play this in the car with the windows down and it’s pure peace. Great for animal lovers or anyone who needs a mental reset.

The Wild with Chris Morgan

I started listening during lunch breaks and now it’s part of my daily routine. It’s science explained in super clear, quick episodes, and the hosts are genuinely fun to listen to. This one is perfect for all ages, I’ve even had my younger cousins lis...

Short Wave