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5 Female Empowerment Podcasts You Should Listen To


With podcasts as one of the key platforms for digital storytelling, there are a few female-produced podcasts that stand out from the crowd with content and delivery that inspires their audience each week.

As we continuously work to excel in our careers and glean insight from others on how they’ve reached success, these audio files serve as a great resource to hear straight from the source about the ups and downs of their journey. With a sea of podcasts out today, below are five that will for sure empower you with the tools needed to boss up in your life professionally and personally.

The PurposeGirl Podcast (@carinrockind): Purpose coach and psychology expert Carin Rockind believes that when women find their true purpose, they will live a fulfilling life. Rockind hosts a weekly podcast that “encourages women to rise above life’s challenges and chaos to thrive.” Recent topics have included what purpose can do for you, the importance of listening to your heart, and how to be the best version of yourself.

 

Dreams In Drive (@dreamsindrive): Started by Rana Campbell in 2016, the “Dreams in Drive” podcast is for young professionals who want to take their entrepreneurial dreams to the next level. Interviewing thriving professionals like Luvvie Ajayi Jones, Pantora bridal designer Andrea Pitter, and Mandy Bowman, founder of Official Black Wall Street, and more, this podcast provides you with the personal stories needed to put your dreams in full gear.

 

Girlboss Radio (@girlboss): If anyone knows a thing or two about overcoming challenges to achieve your goals at a young age, it’s NastyGal founder Sophia Amoruso. Previously hosted by Amoruso, “Girlboss Radio” podcast is now hosted by Puno (@punodostres) who interviews world-class girl bosses to glean insight on the lessons they’ve learned and continue to learn as they find their lane within their respective industries. Past interviews have included chats with female leaders like former “Teen Vogue” EIC Elaine Welteroth, .Hollywood executive and cochair of Sony Pctures Entertainment Amy Pascal, and even Amoruso herself.

 

Black Girl Podcast (@BlackGirlPod): If you’re itching to hear insights about pop culture, sisterhood, love, life, and career from millennial women of color, then “Black Girl Podcast” is your answered prayer. Started by media professionals Gia Peppers, Scottie Beam, Sapphira, Bex, and Alysha, these five ladies offer up honest discussions about the world around them as they grow, learn, and thrive as young women working towards their dreams.

 

Yes, Girl (@Essence): Started by the ladies from your favorite glossy magazine dedicated to Black women, Essence’s “Yes, Girl” podcast is an award-nominated podcast that serves as a safe space for women of color to have aspirational conversations about the things that matter to them most. Hosted by Essence editors Cori Murray and Charli Penn, this podcast goes into deep conversation with celebrities and influencers about life, love, and career.