Top 100 Personal Journals Podcasts

The top personal journals podcasts right now — each with a free daily AI recap.

Notes from the Edge

Raw conversations about trauma, survival, identity, and reinvention with host Lisa Lacy.

Heavyweight

A host helps people confront unresolved moments from their past by revisiting old conflicts and mending broken relationships.

The Determined Society with Shawn French | Adversity & Mindset

Raw interviews with athletes, authors, and public figures exploring mental toughness, resilience, and the real stories behind success.

Nick Speaks

A podcast sharing personal insights and advocacy experiences to empower adults and young people with disabilities.

The Person Who Believed In Me with David Begnaud

Stories of success traced back to the person who first believed in artists, athletes, and leaders, told through heartfelt interviews.

Mike Drop

A former Navy SEAL interviews special operations veterans, athletes, and thought leaders about resilience, combat, and personal adversity.

Shawna and LaLa: Life Beyond The Mic

Two women with disabilities share candid conversations on empowerment, accessibility, and life beyond the spotlight.

True Scary Story

Real-life horror stories of strange and unexplained paranormal encounters shared by those who experienced them.

Bearing Scars

Profiles people who overcame serious setbacks like addiction, prison, or scandal, focusing on their personal growth and resilience.

Set & Centered

Mark & RJ

S-Town

A man in rural Alabama asks a journalist to investigate a rumored murder, leading to a deeper exploration of secrets, treasure, and his own life.

#10

What Was That Like - True Stories. Real People.

People recount their personal experiences surviving traumatic events like attacks, crashes, and shootings.

#11

Jim Harold's Campfire

Everyday people share firsthand accounts of ghost sightings, hauntings, UFOs, cryptids, and other paranormal experiences.

#12

The Thomas FreeMe Show: From Prison to Prosperity!

A formerly incarcerated man shares his path from a 13-year federal sentence to rebuilding his life and helping others achieve post-prison success.

#13

This is Love

Stories about love in its many forms, from the creators of Criminal.

#14

Emotionally Online

A weekly podcast hosted by Maddie Dragsbaek featuring heartfelt conversations and gossip.

#15

The Secret Room | True Stories

True stories of secrets people have never shared, hosted by Ben Hamm.

#16

On the tip of my tongue - talking about Aphasia

A stroke survivor documents his experience with aphasia, focusing on recovery, communication challenges, and rehabilitation.

#16

A Superwoman Handbook

Conversations with women redefining success while navigating work, family, and life’s challenges.

#17

Rise Above with Kevin Lanning

Kevin Lanning hosts discussions with people who overcame addiction, trauma, and anxiety, sharing stories of resilience and recovery.

#18

Brand Safe

Tana Mongeau reflects on her life, relationships, sobriety, and fame through candid conversations with friends, therapists, and guests.

#19

Everybody Knows But Me

A woman investigates her family's hidden past after discovering her dying father's secret of twin brothers she never knew existed.

#20

The Open Voice podcast

Honest conversations and real stories about life, relationships, and the human experiences that shape us.

#21

Nothing’s Off the Table with Louis Ruggiero

Conversations about resilience and overcoming adversity through raw, unfiltered personal stories.

#21

The Thomas FreeMe Show: From Prison to Prosperity!

A formerly incarcerated man shares his journey from prison to prosperity and interviews others rebuilding their lives after incarceration.

#22

The beyond the ordinary’s Podcast

Explores personal growth, mindset, and overcoming limitations to live a bolder, more intentional life.

#23

Thanks For Asking

A call-in show where people share honest, personal stories about their lives with host Nora McInerny.

#24

Disturbed: True Horror Stories

Real-life horror stories featuring kidnappings, serial killers, and terrifying encounters.

#24

Disturbed: True Horror Stories

Real-life horror stories featuring kidnappings, serial killers, and terrifying encounters.

#25

Get a Grip Podcast

Men in recovery share stories of addiction, prison, and mental health with honesty and humor to challenge stigma and support healing.

#26

A Contagious Smile Podcast

Survivors and experts discuss trauma recovery, emotional wellness, and disability advocacy through candid conversations.

#27

Milwaukee Uncut

Explores Milwaukee’s culture through candid stories and local hotspots shared by city legends.

#28

The Dark Paranormal

True accounts of unexplained paranormal encounters shared by those who experienced them.

#29

Good Grief with Amanda Kloots

Amanda Kloots hosts conversations about healing through grief, exploring how loss transforms lives and reveals unexpected growth.

#30

MeSsy with Christina Applegate & Jamie Lynn Sigler

Christina Applegate and Jamie Lynn Sigler share candid, humorous conversations about living with multiple sclerosis and its impact on their lives.

#31

The Martha Stewart Podcast

Candid, in-depth conversations with influential leaders, creators, and visionaries across industries.

#32

Hey Tablo

A candid, humorous look at life, fatherhood, and fame through the eyes of K-pop artist Tablo.

#33

Witch

A modern exploration of witchcraft through history, folklore, and contemporary practice.

#34

Keep it Positive, Sweetie

A faith-based podcast fostering honest conversations about self-worth, growth, and healing through personal stories and cultural insights.

#35

Be There in Five

Examines pop culture, social media, and millennial nostalgia with humor and analysis, from 90s internet to modern celebrity trends.

#36

Scary | A Paranormal Podcast

Real paranormal encounters and haunted stories shared by listeners, narrated in a calm, immersive style.

#37

Backwoods Bigfoot Stories

Real eyewitness accounts of Bigfoot, Dogman, and other cryptid encounters in remote wilderness areas.

#38

Desert Island Discs

Guests reveal the eight songs, one book, and one luxury item they would take if stranded on a desert island.

#39

Proxy with Yowei Shaw

Explores intimate emotional dilemmas and human behavior through personal stories and investigative reporting.

#39

Maura Sweeney: Living Happy Inside Out | Personal Growth | Influence | The Power of Happiness

A spiritual and philosophical approach to personal growth through reflective storytelling and mindful living.

#40

Near Death Experiences And Supernatural Events

Examines near-death experiences and supernatural events through a growing collection of detailed accounts and analysis.

#41

Red Pilled America

Explores alternative narratives and stories overlooked by mainstream media through weekly audio documentaries.

#41

Mostly Thriving Podcast with Amanda + TJ

A couple discusses marriage, parenting, mental health, and business with honesty and guest insights.

#42

The Cozy Chat Podcast

A podcast exploring faith, healing, and personal growth through honest conversations between women seeking Christ and community.

#42

The Vanguard Wall Podcast

In-depth conversations with veterans, first responders, and operators about trauma, service, loss, and recovery.

#43

Artifacts of Grief

Each episode explores grief through a personal object, using its tangible presence to share and connect stories of loss.

#44

Awaken

Explores personal journeys of spiritual awakening and shifts in consciousness through guest stories.

#45

Tell Me A Ghost Story

Real people share firsthand ghost stories through eerie phone calls, blending true paranormal encounters with atmospheric narration.

#46

From Guilt to Good with Jeanette Yates

A caregiver shares her journey through trauma, codependency, and guilt to help others set boundaries and prioritize self-care.

#46

Invisibilia

Explores the invisible forces shaping human behavior through narrative and science.

#47

Different Points Podcast

Two people with contrasting perspectives answer the same question honestly, without debate, in short daily episodes.

#48

The Anthropocene Reviewed

A writer examines and rates aspects of the human-centered world on a five-star scale.

#49

LivingYosh

Conversations with diverse individuals about resilience, personal growth, and life-changing moments to inspire reflection and perseverance.

#50

Things Fell Apart

Traces the origins of modern culture wars through personal stories and pivotal moments that sparked lasting social conflicts.

#51

Witness History

First-hand accounts of pivotal historical moments, from global events to cultural milestones, told by those who lived them.

#52

Girlscamp

Explores life after leaving Mormonism, with candid stories about belief, culture, grief, and rebuilding identity beyond faith.

#53

Miss Me?

Two friends share raw, weekly conversations about life, culture, and personal experiences, from intimacy to politics.

#54

Cancelled with Tana Mongeau & Brooke Schofield

Tana Mongeau and Brooke Schofield discuss internet drama, celebrity gossip, and their experiences in influencer culture.

#55

ThreadTalk: The Reddit Review Show

Two hosts explore and discuss compelling Reddit stories across diverse topics in weekly episodes.

#56

Love and Radio

Intimate, surreal audio portraits of unusual lives and hidden worlds, woven with immersive sound design.

#57

پادکست باضیا - Ba Ziya Podcast

باضیا پادکستی گفت‌وگو محور است که در آن علی ضیا با زنان تأثیرگذار و موفق ایرانی گفت‌وگو می‌کند.

#58

Sit Down with Michael Franzese

A former mob associate recounts his life in organized crime, his transformation through faith, and lessons on family and redemption.

#58

Reagan Conrad

Reagan Conrad explores cultural issues shaping Gen Z through in-depth reporting, interviews, and thoughtful storytelling.

#59

پادکست قصه گو Ghesegoo

داستان‌های ایرانی و جهانی را گوش دهید.

#60

Let's Try This Again with B. Simone

A comedian shares her personal healing journey, focusing on resilience, growth, and finding joy after pain.

#61

Good Moms Bad Choices

Two mothers discuss the realities of modern parenting with honesty and humor, embracing both good and bad choices.

#61

Good Moms Bad Choices

Two mothers explore modern parenting with unfiltered honesty on sex, cannabis, and life's messy choices.

#62

DNA Surprises

Explores personal stories of unexpected genetic discoveries, including NPEs, adoptees, and donor-conceived individuals.

#63

REAL ONES with Jon Bernthal

Conversations with frontline figures like cops, soldiers, and activists explore real-life experiences through honest, unfiltered dialogue.

#64

Change Agent

The New York Times

#64

Rebuilding in Public

Ganell

#65

Great Company with Jamie Laing

Conversations with guests from entertainment, business, and psychology about resilience, joy, and personal growth.

#65

Come explore the paranormal files as we delve into the unexplained. The paranormal podcast.

Investigates ghost stories, haunted locations, cryptids, UFOs, and unexplained phenomena through eyewitness accounts and field research.

#66

Pineapple Pinup: Hotwife Swingers Life

A woman shares her personal experiences and insights while exploring the hotwife lifestyle with her husband.

#67

The Mortified Podcast

Adults share their childhood diaries, letters, and cringe-worthy creations in front of strangers for humor and catharsis.

#68

Talk To Me Sis

Two moms raising sons with autism share candid, heartfelt conversations about motherhood, relationships, and personal growth.

#68

Morning Rae

Discussions on relationships, habits, and personal growth to help listeners build confidence and navigate life stages.

#69

Mystery Show

A podcast about mysteries hosted by Starlee Kine.

#70

NPE Stories

Individuals recount their experiences discovering a parent is not their biological parent, exploring identity, family, and the aftermath of that revelation.

#71

Honest conversations about life stages and self-empowerment from an influencer-turned-entrepreneur offering sisterly advice.

#72