Podcast listeners are forecasted to increase by about 20 million people between 2021 and 2024, according to data collected by leading research firm Statistica.
Whether you’re one of the new listeners or are a veteran, these 10 up-and-coming health podcasts provide a fresh, firsthand perspective on several top wellness issues that can affect everyday balance and well-being.
1. My Hypothyroidism Journey
Relaunched in late 2022, the coming year promises to be a banner one for Joe Cheray thanks to her deep dive into the disease she’s dealt with for over 10 years. She recently gained so many new listeners that she decided to commit additional resources to her My Hypothyroidism Journey podcast.
That’s good news for anyone with the condition or whose friends, family, or loved ones have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism because Joe’s podcast is packed with no-nonsense healing advice, well-researched hypothyroidism insights - and plenty of heart.
“I’m a very strong proponent of giving up soy. I did it, and it has worked.” - Joe Cheray, Risk Factors for Hypothyroidism Pt. 1
2. Long Covid Hope Podcast
“Long-Haul Yogi” Sarah uses her experience as a survivor of Long Covid to interview the people she considers the real experts on the topic – those with firsthand knowledge of the condition.
Long Covid Hope podcast is kicking off its inaugural year in 2023 by spotlighting the heart-wrenching and hopeful stories of ‘First Wavers’ (and now veterans) who are on the recovery journey. Discover all the ways they overcame or are managing their Long Covid illnesses and symptoms.
“We’re going to be speaking to lots and lots of people from all over the world and lots of different walks of life – lots of different perspectives, a huge, huge array of symptom manifestations, and also a diversity of different treatment options that they tried.” – Sarah, Sarah, Long Haul Yogi
3. Tribal Health the Podcast
Celebrating its first “pod-iversary” in Spring 2023, Tribal Health Podcast shares stories of Indigenous healthcare and culture, including women’s health, mental health, culture-centered care, and the impacts of cultural disparities on wellness.
“After a long history of injustice toward Native Americans in healthcare and government, we’re seeing a seismic cultural shift take place where non-Native people want to understand the Indigenous perspective,” said co-host Melody Lewis, an enrolled Fort Mojave Indian Tribe member, in a Tribal Health article.
“At the same time, Indigenous people are exploring their identities and reviving traditional ancestral practices,” she added.
Tribal Health President Morgan Hayes and cultural influencer Mario Trujillo join Lewis in co-hosting these bi-weekly health and wellness discussions.
“I hope to achieve…a way for others to listen, learn, and reflect about Indigenous communities and their impact as it comes to healthcare – and then more specifically really truly trying to understand how diverse Indigenous communities really are and all the vibrant, beautiful, wonderful culture each of us brings.” – Melody Lewis, We Are Tribal Health
4. An Act of Courage: Capracare
Capracare is a Haitian-led nonprofit that develops and supports community health programs. In late 2022 global storyteller and healthcare engineer Hetal Baman teamed up with the organization’s founder and president, Haitian-born Jean-Pierre Louis, to launch a revolutionary new podcast: An Act of Courage.
The podcast features inspiring stories of changemakers who are helping uplift the health and well-being of Haitian communities through teamwork, people-centric wellness services, and local opportunities. Season 2 promises even more empowering insights with new guests and a new host — Mariela Figueroa.
“The locals feel like they don’t get enough support. They want to be involved. That’s one of our strengths – we get them involved.” – Jean-Pierre Louis, Founder, President, & CEO of Capracare, Creating Capracare with a Pen, Paper, and Vision of Health for Haiti
5. Black Health 365
Wellness coach Brit Daniels and media personality Jackie Paige team up to champion change through wellness discussions and personalized interviews with health experts that address health disparities in the black community, their impacts on people’s lives, and proven solutions.
Launched in late 2022, the Black Health 365 features mind-body-soul wellness topics such as the importance of black doulas, neuroscience that’s behind mindfulness and yoga, addressing infertility, Men’s Health Awareness Month, addiction recovery stories, and the impact of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) on relationships.
“It’s an opportunity for me to make some global change…by coming on here and being real about the disparities we’re facing in the black community and what we need to do to push ourselves forward.” – Jackie Paige, Can you relate? Meet the hosts
6. Plants Saved My Life
Medical cannabis educator and Entheo Wellness founder Raven Ariola plays host to a wealth of plant-based medicinal knowledge on the insightful and eye-opening podcast Plants Saved My Life. Hear from real patients, medical practitioners, therapists, shamans, and other health leaders who explore the science and storytelling of healing with non-pharmaceuticals.
Topics include functional nutrition, psychedelics, ayahuasca therapy, cacao, CBD, mushrooms, and more. Learn how these plants can interact with mind-body systems to alter health outcomes.
“My goal is to demystify and destigmatize plant medicine as a whole.” – Raven Ariola, Introducing: Plants Saved My Life
7. Abolition X
A trio of social justice advocates has joined together in solidarity to create a bridge between the prison-industrial complex and a world where abolition reigns. Artist, activist, and abolitionist Vic Mensa; singer, survivor, and healer Indigo Mateo; and producer and organizer Richie Reseda are the hosts of the inspiring podcast Abolition X.
Hear the voices of incarcerated organizers, mothers, advocates, and survivors who take on intersectional issues and provide the wisdom and healing needed for shaping a new paradigm of elevated living.
“We imagine a world where revenge isn’t justice, where community needs are met, and harm is resolved by accountability.” – Indigo Mateo, Introducing Abolition X
8. DEPTH Work: A Holistic Mental Health Podcast
Multifaceted, transformative healing strategies are the central focus of the DEPTH Work: A Holistic Mental Health Podcast, launched in August 2022. Host and complex trauma survivor Jazmine Russell guides listeners through topics such as navigating addiction, setting emotional boundaries for empaths and healers, deconstructing institutional racism, and redefining “crazy”.
Learn about many holistic healing modalities for improving mental health, including somatics, societal change, and developing your gifts.
“We need healing strategies that are as dynamic and multidimensional as we are.” – Jazmine Russell, Welcome to DEPTH Work!
9. Just My Type — The Diabetes Podcast
The dynamic and witty duo of Sami and Dobie use their everyday experiences of dealing with Type I and Type II diabetes to bring you Just My Type — The Diabetes Podcast. It recently celebrated its first anniversary after delivering 12 months of fun and engaging episodes featuring everything from physiological discussions to body positivity—and so much more.
Interviews include health coaches, doctors, entertainers, TikTok stars, and everyday people with diabetes.
“What I think is important for us, is to kind of understand like what restaurants, maybe like what food options are fast food, and if you do have to go there, at least what’s your best option?” – Sami, Sugar Swaps
10. Raising Healthy Kid Brains
Planning Playtime founder Amy Nielson takes you on a journey through the childhood mind in her new podcast, Raising Healthy Kid Brains. Discover how to help ensure healthy brain and emotional development, spark creativity, and instill a love of lifelong learning in children.
Launched in December 2022, the podcast dives deep into solutions to different questions parents and educators have, such as why good parent-teacher relationships are important, how to create bonding experiences with your children, and some key childhood brain benchmarks to focus on.
