Podcasts have skyrocketed in popularity over the past few years. Internet personalities are now creating spaces where diverse audiences can laugh and relate to their personal stories.meanwhile post has a variety of podcasts created for Ohio University students, but there are other podcasts online that are just as entertaining and informative about life in general.
While we may not offer a step-by-step guide to college or the workforce, here are five great podcasts that are perfect for listening to on campus.
1. Moments Podcast with Lexi Hidalgo
Lexi Hidalgo started her self-help podcast in October 2021 after starting her career on TikTok and YouTube. She is best known for her work as a yogi and her beachy aesthetic on social media.
In “Moments Pod,” Hidalgo shares helpful life advice from a 23-year-old's perspective. She discusses topics such as her insecurities, self-discovery, and comparing herself to others. In approximately 120 episodes ranging from 20 to 60 minutes, Hidalgo shares stories about growing up, living in Florida, and navigating the Internet. She introduces each of her episodes and she tells her listeners that she wants them to feel inspired and that she belongs to where she is in the world right now.
2. Call Dad with Alex Cooper
Launched in October 2018, “Call Her Daddy” is currently the most listened to podcast by women on Spotify. This podcast, which includes episodes about raunchy sex stories and relationship advice, is built around a college audience. Cooper and her guests use comedy to empower and advocate for women.
Cooper, better known to his fans as Father Cooper, shared personal stories and hosted a variety of celebrity guests, including Madison Beer and Megan Fox. This podcast is perfect for some laughs, thrilling stories, and inspiring advice. post We recently ranked the best episodes of “Call Her Daddy” for those interested in checking out the podcast.
3. The Brosky Report by Brittany Brosky
Brittany Tomlinson, better known as Brittany Broski, rose to fame thanks to her content on TikTok. Her career skyrocketed after her video went viral in August 2019. Since then, she has become a comedic beacon for fans who are part of “Broski Nation.” Her podcast currently has her 626,000 subscribers on YouTube and includes fun, casual topics that are of interest to her younger generation.
From this week's unrequited love to his experiences with celebrities like Beyoncé and Hozier, host “Supreme Leader Brosky” has built a strong, supportive community through storytime. This podcast of just 41 episodes still tops the charts on Spotify and other social media platforms have also become rich with clips.
4. Anything is possible with Emma Chamberlain.
In 2017, Emma Chamberlain began posting daily vlogs on YouTube, documenting her journey from graduating high school to leaving home and becoming an adult. Now boasting 12.1 million subscribers, her authentic personality and editorial style have captivated people around the world, and many members of Gen Z have grown up with her online. Now 22, Chamberlain has built a successful career as a model, coffee company owner, and social media influencer.
In April 2019, she launched her podcast, originally titled “Stupid Genius.” Chamberlain discussed a wide range of topics, from her existential crisis and impostor syndrome to her hatred of spinach artichoke dip.
Today, Chamberlain's podcasts directly reflect the style of her early YouTube content, making it real and vulnerable for her listeners. Although her podcast has been criticized by other influencers as “out of the box,” she still provides a transparent, conversation-like experience throughout her episodes. A great way to pass the time and enjoy a good laugh or two. Recently, she has started inviting guests such as her parents and Mac DeMarco to the show.
5. Therapas with Jake Shane
The newest host on the podcast scene on this list, Shane's new show has just 12 “sessions.” They each offer “tongue-in-cheek and deeply introspective” therapy sessions with Internet celebrities and friends. Shane's recent popularity on TikTok is due to his popular series that reenacts historical events with a modern, comedic twist. Since then, he has amassed thousands of followers, which led him to start Therapuss.
Featuring guests such as Renee Rapp and Tate McRae, Shane and his friends have deep conversations about life and fun, non-serious conversations that lighten the mood. Fans are encouraged to message Shane directly about their situation and provide a fun and interactive experience.
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