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.

MeSsy with Christina Applegate & Jamie Lynn Sigler

Actors Christina Applegate and Jamie Lynn Sigler share candid, humorous conversations about navigating life's challenges.

What We Spend

People from different financial backgrounds share their income, expenses, and personal relationships with money over one revealing week.

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.

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.

Brand Safe

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

The Person Who Believed In Me with David Begnaud

David Begnaud interviews influential figures about the person who profoundly impacted their path to success.

Bearing Scars

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

This is Love

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

Set & Centered

Mark & RJ

#10

Jim Harold's Campfire

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

#11

Emotionally Online

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

#12

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.

#12

The Thomas FreeMe Show: From Prison to Prosperity!

A formerly incarcerated man discusses trauma, addiction, and reentry challenges using personal experience and interviews.

#13

True Scary Story

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

#14

Good Grief with Amanda Kloots

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

#15

Mike Drop

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

#16

Nothing’s Off the Table with Louis Ruggiero

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

#16

A Superwoman Handbook

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

#17

The Secret Room | True Stories

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

#18

The Martha Stewart Podcast

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

#19

What Was That Like - True Stories. Real People.

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

#20

Rise Above with Kevin Lanning

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

#20

The Open Voice podcast

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

#21

Desert Island Discs

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

#21

The Thomas FreeMe Show: From Prison to Prosperity!

A formerly incarcerated man shares stories of resilience, mental health, and personal transformation to help others rebuild after prison.

#22

Hey Tablo

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

#23

Different Points Podcast

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

#24

Keep it Positive, Sweetie

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

#25

Scary | A Paranormal Podcast

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

#26

The Dark Paranormal

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

#26

A Contagious Smile Podcast

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

#27

Women Over 70: Aging Reimagined

Women over 70 share experiences of creativity, purpose, and resilience in later life through personal storytelling and conversation.

#28

Be There in Five

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

#29

Witch

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

#30

Thanks For Asking

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

#31

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.

#33

You're So Right

Two friends discuss pop culture, reality TV, and motherhood in casual, relatable conversations that feel like chatting with close friends.

#34

Disturbed: True Horror Stories

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

#34

Disturbed: True Horror Stories

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

#35

Witness History

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

#36

Proxy with Yowei Shaw

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

#37

REAL ONES with Jon Bernthal

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

#38

Tell Me A Ghost Story

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

#39

Chins & Giggles

Twins who are content creators discuss their daily lives, challenges, and experiences in entrepreneurship and online media.

#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

Let's Try This Again with B. Simone

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

#41

Mostly Thriving Podcast with Amanda + TJ

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

#42

Cocktales with Kiki

Candid conversations about love, sex, pop culture, and life’s messy moments, served with cocktails and humor.

#42

The Vanguard Wall Podcast

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

#43

The Anthropocene Reviewed

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

#44

Good Moms Bad Choices

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

#44

Good Moms Bad Choices

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

#45

Backwoods Bigfoot Stories

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

#46

Great Company with Jamie Laing

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

#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.

#47

Love and Radio

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

#48

Things Fell Apart

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

#49

Don't Be Sour

Maxx Chewning interviews successful people with humor and candid conversations about their lives and careers.

#50

Dead Eyes

An actor investigates why Tom Hanks fired him from a minor role in the 2001 HBO series Band of Brothers.

#51

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.

#52

The Cozy Chat Podcast

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

#53

Cowboy Coffee Hour with Cowboy Kent and Shannon Rollins

Cowboy life stories, frontier wisdom, and cast iron cooking tips shared by a working ranch hand and his wife.

#54

Mystery Show

A podcast about mysteries hosted by Starlee Kine.

#56

Sisters of Defiance

Women share their defiant life stories and the risks that reshaped them in candid conversations about ambition, identity, and resilience.

#57

Lives Less Ordinary

True stories of love and resilience from around the world, shared by people who’ve lived them.

#58

Reagan Conrad

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

#58

Cancelled with Tana Mongeau & Brooke Schofield

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

#59

Near Death Experiences And Supernatural Events

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

#60

Invisibilia

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

#61

Red Pilled America

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

#62

DNA Surprises

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

#63

ThreadTalk: The Reddit Review Show

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

#64

Spent Well Podcast

Honest conversations about money, marriage, family, work, and the tradeoffs of a life well spent.

#64

Rebuilding in Public

Ganell

#65

Girlscamp

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

#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

AA Grapevine's Podcast

AA members share personal stories of recovery, offering experience, strength, and hope in overcoming alcoholism.

#68

TANGENT with Tanner Devore

A comedic deep-dive into life's pressing questions, from double-texting etiquette to the supremacy of the Crunchwrap.

#68

Morning Rae

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

#69

Latinos Who Lunch

#70

LoveLustLaw

A veteran judge and attorney examines true-crime stories involving divorce, custody, and domestic violence.

#71

The Chisme Corner with Vee Rivera

A Latina host shares unfiltered conversations about culture, motherhood, identity, and pop culture with humor and honesty.

#72

The Sister Circle Podcast

Discusses faith, family, food, fitness, and living with focus in a practical, authentic way.

#73

Stories with Sapphire

True paranormal and supernatural stories from the Philippines and beyond, shared with empathy and cultural diversity by an occultist host.

#73

The Imagination

Emma Katherine

#74

پادکست باضیا - Ba Ziya Podcast

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

#74

Stories with Sapphire

Sapphire Sandalo

#74

LA Calling

People share personal stories of family secrets, unexpected revelations, and complex relationships, often tied to their past.

#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

Shawna and LaLa: Life Beyond The Mic

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

#75

The Confessional with Nadia Bolz-Weber

#75

A World With

Futures In Draft & Storythings

#76

The Paranormal 60 Network

A daily podcast network exploring ghosts, UAPs, true crime, and unsolved mysteries through storytelling and investigative episodes.

#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

Miss Me?

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

#77

Beyond Belief: Tales of Religious Exodus

Freidom Fighter