Podcasts That Will Bring You Joy
Peace Cabin Pods
“Here are all the great pods from the last two years all in one playlist: yes, there are 50 episodes here, they’ve all been listened to and shaped a view for me at some point in time. Worth calling out in particular: The Great Simplification, Spaceship Earth, and Looking Sideways. Also, The Midlife Chrysalis is so worth a listen for the great chat. In terms of JOY specifically, I’m also loving Walter Mater Radio Hour – he has a great Substack and this is his subscriber Summer Playlist. Music-wise, seek out Nepenthes for all-day Japanese joy, and grazing through Herb Sundays’ weekly offering is just pure joy, there’s always a musical gem.”
Matt Hardisty, BRiMM brand and marketing strategy advisor and Peace Cabin founder
Slamdance First Film Podcast
“My friend just started a podcast with the Slamdance film festival which features interviews with filmmakers about what it was like to make their first film. It personally cheers me up every time to hear my friend and his wife all the way from LA, but the stories are amazing too!”
Conrad Quilty-Harper, freelance reporter and founder of Dark Luxury
Parenting Hell with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe
“They’re such different characters with a genuinely close friendship, and underneath all the teasing they’re both just loving parents trying their best to balance work and family life like the rest of us. One of their twice-weekly shows features them interviewing another celeb parent, while the other is just the pair of them catching up. If I ever do listen to anything else ever again, I’ll give Stack Magazines a whirl (interviews with independent magazine makers) or get back to my original fave: comedian, author and musician (with his debut album, Buckle Up, just out), Adam Buxton.”
Becky Lucas, BRiMM editor
The Enoughness by Mel Rickey
“Brilliantly produced, very polished with very pertinent questioning from Rickey. You walk away with life lessons. Also Dahlia Stroud's Stressed but Well Dressed: Dahlia is an infectious Mancunian who LOVES fashion and is deep into the sustainability angle.”
Tiffanie Darke, editorial and community advisor at BRiMM
The Positive Echo
“I know it’s a bit crass to self-publicise, but the pilot episode of my podcast with Carl Munson has been well-received so far. I’m on a crusade to build people’s emotional resilience in sh*tty times. Not simply being ‘nice’ but being positive.”
Gary Coulton, author and Substacker
Dish
“I do love Angela Hartnett, so I don’t go a week without listening to Dish. It is pure food joy and I love that, although it does make me incredibly hungry so I have to time it right.”
Imogen Royall, founder of Northern Pasta Co. – as seen in our Pantry Essentials Reset Box
French and Saunders: Titting About
“I am one of those people that mostly listens to true crime and horrible things about deceptive influencers. Not really joy inducing. HOWEVER (and thank you for reminding me that I am a couple of seasons behind with this) French and Saunders: Titting About makes me properly laugh out loud. It's a goodie!”
Hannah Rochell, founder of Slowette and BRiMM newsletter writer
NearlyParents and Outlaw Ocean
“To be honest, I use podcasts as pure escapism, so I listen to a lot of documentaries and interviews rather than serious issues. Currently obsessed with NearlyParents, Outlaw Ocean and many a documentary.”
Danielle Clementina Close, founder of My Skin Feels – as seen in our Minimalist Bathroom Reset Box
Live Life Better with Melissa Hemsley
“Thoughtful, practical and warm. Also Table Manners (always good for a giggle) and Happy Place With Fearne Cotton – especially when walking.”
Renée Williams, co-founder of zero-waste takeaway Dabba Drop
The Mel Robbins Podcast
“My 6-step morning routine:
1 - get out of bed immediately with alarm
2 - make bed (so you can’t get back in)
3 - high 5 yourself in the mirror
4 - clean your teeth
5 - drink glass of water
6 - go for a walk (5mins in daylight, 10 in darkness, 20 mins in rain)
I can elaborate on the benefits of each, but Mel Robbins – from whom I was inspired to make this change – explains it so much better in her podcast episode.”
Anna Foster, E.L.V. Denim founder and BRiMM founder member
Sustainable(ish) by Jen Gale
“Practical, non-judgmental ideas for imperfect eco-living. And Happy Place With Fearne Cotton. Her conversations are gentle, honest and soul-nourishing. It’s a podcast that always leaves me with something useful - or comforting - to carry into the day.”
Lisa Oxenham, ex-Beauty and Fashion Director Marie Claire, BRiMM founder member
The Imperfects
“It’s an Australian series, recognising and celebrating that we are all imperfect, where interesting people from various walks of life share their struggles and challenges and that shows how being vulnerable can help bring greater connection and mental wellbeing. And How Not To Screw Up Your Kids – basically both helps you and makes you feel like you aren’t doing such a bad job as a parent.”
Tom Berry, Head of Sustainability at BRiMM
In Our Time
“I essentially only listen to one podcast, In Our Time, which is one of my favourite things of all time. Also, I just launched Adventures in Fermentation, where I interview chefs, scientists, artists, oddballs about the magic of, well, fermenting.”
Dr Johnny Drain, a chef with a PhD on a quest to reveal the secret science of flavour and sustainability
Freakonomics
Really depends on what you’re into. Freakonomics, In Our Time are great. The Rest is Politics too. The Square Ball if, like me, you have a misplaced passion for Leeds United. Athletico Mince if you enjoy football AND Bob Mortimer.
Jacques Cockell, founder of Zing toothpaste – as found in our Minimalist Bathroom Reset Box
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