Top 100 Personal Journals Podcasts
The top personal journals podcasts right now — each with a free daily AI recap.
The Determined Society with Shawn French
Shawn French
#2
The Person Who Believed In Me
Vulnerable conversations with notable figures about the unsung people who believed in them before they were successful.
#3
Heavyweight
A host helps people confront unresolved moments from their past by revisiting old conflicts and mending broken relationships.
#4
Brand Safe
Tana Mongeau reflects on her life, relationships, sobriety, and fame through candid conversations with friends, therapists, and guests.
#5
Jim Harold's Campfire
Everyday people share firsthand accounts of ghost sightings, hauntings, UFOs, cryptids, and other paranormal experiences.
#5
This is Love
Explores the many forms of love through true stories and deep reporting.
#5
Everybody Knows But Me
A woman investigates her family's hidden secret of twin brothers she never knew existed, unraveling truths behind a lifetime of lies.
#6
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.
#7
Nothing’s Off the Table with Louis Ruggiero
Conversations about resilience and overcoming adversity through raw, unfiltered personal stories.
#8
Bearing Scars
Interviews with people who rebuilt their lives after major setbacks, exploring resilience and personal growth through honest conversations.
#9
Set & Centered
Mark & RJ
#10
The Secret Room | True Stories
True stories of secrets people have never shared, hosted by Ben Hamm.
#11
True Scary Story
Real-life horror stories of strange and unexplained paranormal encounters shared by those who experienced them.
#12
Mike Drop
A former Navy SEAL interviews special operations veterans, athletes, and thought leaders about resilience, combat, and personal adversity.
#14
Rise Above with Kevin Lanning
Kevin Lanning hosts discussions with people who overcame addiction, trauma, and anxiety, sharing stories of resilience and recovery.
#15
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.
#16
A Superwoman Handbook
Conversations with women redefining success while navigating work, family, and life’s challenges.
#18
What Was That Like - True Stories. Real People.
People recount their personal experiences surviving traumatic events like attacks, crashes, and shootings.
#19
Scary | A Paranormal Podcast
True paranormal encounters shared by listeners, narrated in a calm, immersive style.
#20
Proxy with Yowei Shaw
Explores the hidden emotions shaping human behavior through intimate stories and investigative reporting.
#21
The Thomas FreeMe Show: From Prison to Prosperity!
A man recounts his 17.5-year federal prison sentence and path to rebuilding his life, sharing stories and tools for reentry and personal growth.
#22
Desert Island Discs
Guests reveal the eight songs, one book, and one luxury item they would take if stranded on a desert island.
#23
Emotionally Online
A weekly podcast hosted by Maddie Dragsbaek featuring heartfelt conversations and gossip.
#24
Thanks For Asking
Real people share honest conversations about their lives in call-in episodes hosted by author Nora McInerny.
#25
Hey Tablo
K-pop artist Tablo shares personal stories, humor, and life advice on navigating fame, family, and the entertainment industry.
#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
The Dark Paranormal
Real accounts of unexplained paranormal encounters shared by those who experienced them.
#27
Keep it Positive, Sweetie
Honest, faith-based conversations about self-worth, growth, and healing with guests who inspire resilience and positivity.
#28
Disturbed: True Horror Stories
Real-life horror stories featuring kidnappings, serial killers, and terrifying encounters.
#28
Disturbed: True Horror Stories
Real-life horror stories featuring kidnappings, serial killers, and terrifying encounters.
#29
Near Death Experiences And Supernatural Events
Examines near-death experiences and supernatural events through a growing collection of detailed accounts and analysis.
#30
Backwoods Bigfoot Stories
Real eyewitness accounts of Bigfoot, Dogman, and other cryptid encounters in remote wilderness areas.
#31
Be There in Five
Examines pop culture, social media, and millennial nostalgia with humor and analysis, from 90s internet to modern celebrity trends.
#32
The Anthropocene Reviewed
A writer examines and rates aspects of the human-centered world on a five-star scale.
#33
Cancelled with Tana Mongeau & Brooke Schofield
Tana Mongeau and Brooke Schofield discuss internet drama, celebrity gossip, and their experiences in influencer culture.
#34
Lives Less Ordinary
True stories from people around the world who have lived through extraordinary experiences.
#35
The Life Shift | Conversations About Life Before and After
Real conversations about life-changing moments, grief, healing, and personal growth through candid storytelling.
#36
Girlscamp
Explores life after leaving Mormonism through personal stories, cultural analysis, and conversations about belief, grief, and reinvention.
#37
REAL ONES with Jon Bernthal
Conversations with frontline figures like cops, soldiers, and activists explore real-life experiences through honest, unfiltered dialogue.
#38
Love and Radio: Blood Memory
Intimate, surreal audio portraits of unusual lives and hidden worlds, woven with immersive sound design.
#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
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.
#41
Mostly Thriving Podcast with Amanda + TJ
A married couple discusses parenting, marriage, mental health, and business with honest weekly conversations and guest interviews.
#42
The Vanguard Wall Podcast
Interviews with combat veterans, special operators, and first responders about their experiences, sacrifices, and lives after service.
#43
Red Pilled America
A weekly series of audio documentaries presenting alternative narratives on culture and politics.
#44
The Martha Stewart Podcast
Martha Stewart hosts in-depth conversations with influential figures from business, art, and culture.
#45
Let's Try This Again with B. Simone
A comedian shares her personal healing journey, focusing on resilience, growth, and finding joy after pain.
#46From 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.
#47
ThreadTalk: The Reddit Review Show
Two hosts explore and discuss compelling Reddit stories across diverse topics in weekly episodes.
#48
The Paranormal 60 Network
A daily podcast network exploring ghosts, UAPs, cryptids, true crime, and folklore through multiple themed shows.
#49
The Colion Noir Podcast
Discusses guns and related topics with additional commentary on other interests.
#50
AA Grapevine's Podcast
AA members share personal stories of recovery, offering experience, strength, and hope in overcoming alcoholism.
#51
Under the Influence with Jo Piazza
Jo Piazza explores how social media turned personal lives into profit, focusing on the pressures it creates, especially for women and mothers.
#52
Witness History
People recount their experiences of significant historical events, from political changes to cultural moments and disasters.
#53
Dead Eyes
An actor investigates why Tom Hanks fired him from a minor role in the 2001 HBO series Band of Brothers.
#54
Invisibilia
Explores the invisible forces shaping human behavior through narrative and science.
#55
Good Moms Bad Choices
Two candid mothers explore sex, cannabis, and modern parenting with unfiltered honesty and humor.
#55
Good Moms Bad Choices
Two mothers explore modern parenting with unfiltered honesty on sex, cannabis, and life's messy choices.
#56
Change Agent
The New York Times
#57
DNA Surprises
Explores personal stories of unexpected genetic discoveries, including NPEs, adoptees, and donor-conceived individuals.
#58
Reagan Conrad
Reagan Conrad explores cultural issues shaping Gen Z through in-depth reporting, interviews, and thoughtful storytelling.
#59
See You Sunday
Honest conversations about personal growth, wellness, and lifestyle with Jasmine Shah, offering relatable insights and weekly inspiration.
#60
Gender Reveal
A podcast exploring gender alongside topics like politics, culture, and community through conversations with thinkers and artists.
#61
Pineapple Pinup: Hotwife Swingers Life
A married woman shares her personal experiences, insights, and tips while exploring the hotwife and swinging lifestyle with her husband.
#63
Witch
A modern exploration of witchcraft through history, folklore, and contemporary practice.
#64
The Girl Next Door Podcast
Kelsey Wharton and Erica Ladd
#64
Rebuilding in Public
Ganell
#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.
#65
Transfert
Real-life stories reveal the hidden turning points in ordinary people’s lives and the emotional truths behind modern relationships.
#66
NPE Stories
People share personal stories of discovering through DNA tests that a parent is not their biological parent.
#67
Mystery Show
A podcast about mysteries hosted by Starlee Kine.
#68
Morning Rae
Discusses personal development, relationships, and life stages through casual conversations and advice.
#69
Great Company with Jamie Laing
Conversations with guests from entertainment, business, and psychology about resilience, joy, and personal growth.
#70
The Sister Circle Podcast
Discusses faith, family, food, fitness, and living authentically.
#71
Richard Hatem's Paranormal Bookshelf
Explores supernatural books and personal stories from a TV and film writer’s life.
#72
Chins & Giggles
Twins who are content creators discuss their daily lives, challenges, and experiences in entrepreneurship and online media.
#73
Tell Me A Ghost Story
Real people share firsthand ghost stories through eerie phone calls, blending true paranormal encounters with atmospheric narration.
#74
Missing Pieces - NPE Life
People share stories of discovering family secrets through DNA, exploring identity, loss, and connection after life-changing revelations.
#74
It's Not About Me by Simi Polonsky
A widow navigates grief, motherhood, and rebuilding life after loss, sharing raw personal journeys through remarriage, divorce, and healing.
#75
A World With
Futures In Draft & Storythings
#75
The Confessional with Nadia Bolz-Weber
The Confessional with Nadia Bolz-Weber
#76
The Imagination
Emma Katherine
#76
Goldy's Closet
A podcast where pro wrestlers and musicians discuss life, fitness, home improvement, and relationships with humor and sarcasm.
#76
The Sock Drawer
Lisa
#77
Not Aspirational with Hannah Aaron Brown
A candid, comedic exploration of pop culture, personal growth, and fashion that celebrates imperfection and authenticity.
#77
Beyond Belief: Tales of Religious Exodus
Freidom Fighter
#77
The Mortified Podcast
Adults share their childhood diaries, letters, and cringe-worthy creations in front of strangers for humor and catharsis.
#78
How Many Years Old Were
Podgo
#78
Dear Alana,
A journalist investigates a woman's disappearance linked to conversion therapy, confronting his own past in the process.
#79
Stories with Sapphire
True paranormal and supernatural stories from the Philippines and worldwide, shared with empathy and cultural insight.
#79
The Black Sheep Perspective
Features interviews with unconventional thinkers and outliers who challenge norms and shape culture.
#79
Lessons That Last a Lifetime
Podgo
#79
Best Of Authoring Life
Podgo
#79
GenX Stories
Eve Simon, Chris Goumas, Lori Luna & Courtney Spikes
#79
Ask Ashley: The Podcast
DearYoungQueen
#80
TANGENT with Tanner Devore
A comedic deep-dive into life's pressing questions, from double-texting etiquette to the supremacy of the Crunchwrap.
#80
Lowlines
A woman travels globally, recording conversations and sounds to explore cultures through the rhythms of place and human connection.
#80
جناية
يتتبع جرائم حقيقية بتحليل نفسي وتشويقي، ويستعرض خبايا القصص من زوايا فكرية ومثيرة.
#80
дочь разбойника
Расследование преступлений против женщин и личные истории, связанные с творчеством артиста, повлиявшего на создание подкаста.
#80
How To Think Clearly In A Noisy World
Podgo