Self Improvement Podcasts To Inspire Personal Growth7 min read
As an entrepreneur, a mom, and a wife (without nearly as much time to sit down and read uninterrupted as I’d like) I’ve found self improvement podcasts to be the perfect way to prioritize personal growth even in the busy seasons, allowing me to soak up wisdom and inspiration while driving, doing dishes, or tackling the never-ending laundry pile.
The real struggle though is finding the good podcasts. There are so many options out there, and let’s be honest—not all of them are worth your precious time. The last thing you need is to hit play and wonder if you just wasted 30 minutes of your life.
That’s why I’ve done the hard work for you, distilling the overwhelming world of podcasts into the ones that will leave you thinking, “That was the best 30 minutes I’ve spent all day!”
The Best Self Improvement Podcasts for Personal Growth
Here you’ll find the best self improvement podcasts that I’ve loved for many years, and some recommendations for which episodes to get started with!
- The Life Coach School Podcast with Brooke Castillo: Life coaching is all about personal growth, which is why The Life Coach School Podcast is number one on my list. Brooke Castillo is like that brutally honest friend who tells you what you need to hear, not what you want to hear. If you’re tired of your own excuses and ready to get out of your own way, this is your jam. My favourites are:
- Impossible Goal Action
- Who Are You Becoming?
- Lies We’re Taught
- Thinking Big
- Believing Hard
- Throw Away Your To Do List
- The Capacity To Have
- Philosophize This! Podcast: Stephen West breaks down the great works of philosophy in a way that’s not only easy to understand but also entertaining. Whether you’re new to philosophy or just want a refresher, this podcast covers everything from ancient thinkers like Socrates and Plato to modern-day concepts, leaving you with fresh insights on how to think critically about life
- The Human Upgrade Podcast: I love listening to this one because it helps me take my game to the next level. Dave Asprey interviews successful people from around the world, and explains what they’ve learned or what they do differently that helps them live a better life. All of these people are experts in their fields and their statements are backed by scientific research, which is fascinating and reassuring. Check out:
- Your Microbiome May Be Misbehaving – Naveen Jain
- The Dark Side of EMFs – Peter Sullivan
- Create the Person You Want To Be – Brendon Burchard
- The Tony Robbins Podcast: Tony’s all about changing your state—emotionally, mentally, physically—so if you need a dose of “I can take over the world” energy while waiting in line at the grocery store, hit play. My favourites have been:
- How To Make The Decision To Do The Impossible
- Fear Will Destroy You Or Drive You
- The Marie Forleo Podcast: Marie is like a personal development fairy godmother, sprinkling humor and heart into business and life advice. She’ll make you believe that anything is “figureoutable,” even that project you’ve been avoiding like the plague.
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More Self Help Podcasts You’ll Love
- The Ed Mylett Show: Want to learn from the world’s top performers while secretly feeling like you’re friends with them? Ed Mylett’s deep-dive interviews are where you’ll find that sweet spot of inspiration and actionable advice.
- The Brendon Show with Brendon Burchard: Brendon’s energy alone will have you jumping off the couch and into your next big project. His tips on motivation and high performance are gold for anyone looking to up their game.
- Earn Your Happy with Lori Harder: Lori’s episodes feel like a pep talk from your hyper-positive best friend. She’s all about happiness and success—because why not have both?
- On Purpose with Jay Shetty: Jay’s soulful conversations will leave you feeling like you just had a deep chat with your wise, philosophical friend who always knows how to say the right thing—right when you need to hear it.
Self Improvement Podcasts Are Great, But Here’s the Truth Bomb…
Here’s the thing about podcasts: they’re like a quick caffeine fix for your brain. You listen, you get inspired, and for a hot second, you’re convinced you can take over the world. (Or at least clean out that garage you’ve been avoiding since 2017.) But inspiration without action? That’s like buying a treadmill and hoping it’ll magically make you fit by just existing in your house.
Don’t get me wrong—podcasts are a fantastic way to kickstart your personal growth. But real, lasting change happens when you have someone who can point out your patterns & how you’re getting in your own way, help you shift the limiting beliefs that are keeping you stuck, and hold you accountable to creating real change in your life and business.
That’s where coaching comes in. Sure, you could keep listening to podcasts, nodding along, and thinking “That’s a great idea; I should totally do that someday…” Or, you could work with a coach (hi!) who helps you see exactly where you’re getting in your own way, holds your feet to the fire, and makes sure you actually do the thing.
When I work with entrepreneurs, it’s about more than just hitting revenue targets… It’s about becoming the best CEO you can be and blending personal fulfillment with business growth so that your business feels good to run while you smash your most ambitious goals. Want to know a bit more? I talk all about it here.
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So there you have it — the best self improvement podcasts to keep your brain in growth mode Podcasts are a great place to start, but remember, real transformation happens when you take action. If you’re ready to stop chasing your tail and start getting real results, let’s talk.
Until then, keep growing, keep evolving, and go conquer that ambitious goal you’ve been avoiding.
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Comment below and let us know…What podcasts are missing from this list? What ones have you loved listening to?
