26 Best Homesickness Podcasts to Listen to (2026)

I created The Places We Call Home for women who've immigrated and are rebuilding their lives in the USA — women carrying loneliness, homesickness, culture shock, and the pressure to stay steady while figuring out who they are now. Moving from one country to another is still a massive undertaking. Only 4% of people do it. It still requires courage. And it's often the women who end up creating what sustains life abroad — community, friendships, purpose, mental wellness — all while attending to everyone else and quietly asking themselves, 'How do I thrive here?' When I moved abroad, I learned quickly that immigration reshapes everything: who you thought you were, what you believe you can achieve, how confident you feel, and what 'home' even means. You're excited and bewildered at the same time. You're grateful for the opportunities but feel the pressure to make them count. And you start to wonder if belonging is ever going to arrive. This podcast is where we talk about all of it. I share my own stories, the tools that helped me stay grounded, and conversations with women from around the world who are navigating identity, friendships, cultural differences, fitting in, partnership, career, culture, and the ache of distance. We explore what it means to live between geographies, to be understood in a place that doesn't share your language or your history, and to create a meaningful life when everything familiar is far away. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, isolated, or stretched thin while trying to 'live the dream,' this podcast is your room — a place to feel seen, tell your story, and feel less alone in the becoming. For and by: immigrant women, expat women, women supporting women, women rebuilding identity abroad. Courage, wellness, resilience, tenacity more

Far From Home is a podcast that explores the mental health and emotional well-being of international students at UC San Diego through a series of personal interviews. Focusing on East Asian international students, one of the largest international student communities on campus, this project highlights the experiences and challenges that many students face but are not always openly discussed. Through conversations with five UCSD students from different backgrounds, we share personal stories of adjusting to a new environment, navigating cultural differences, dealing with homesickness, balancing academic pressure, overcoming language barriers, and finding a sense of belonging. By bringing these individual experiences together through an audio format, Far From Home creates a space where international students can share their emotions and perspectives in their own voices. Our campaign aims to bring visibility to the often unseen struggles of international students, reduce the stigma surrounding mental health conversations, and encourage greater empathy within the UCSD community. Through storytelling and representation, we hope to build a more culturally aware campus environment where international students feel understood, supported, and less alone. more

UN/ROOTED is a podcast about home... the places we find ourselves living in and moving through, literally and figuratively, expected and unexpected, temporarily and long term. We touch on belonging, homesickness, gentrification, borders, the history of the places we love, and a lot more.In season one we go on a cross country move, explore homesickness, embrace a new city, weather unexpected surprises, and become comfortable with uncertainty and new transitions. We have conversations about home with friends near and far and hear the home stories of people across the country and the globe. Cover art by Deborah Lee @jdebbiel more

Welcome to Letters from Home, a podcast dedicated to Australian boarding families. Hosted by Amanda Ferrari, the show explores all aspects of boarding life - from packing for the first time to life as a boarder & beyond. Amanda interviews graduates who share how boarding shaped their lives, with families about their journey to and through boarding school, speaks with schools about their unique programs, & hosts an annual 'Nailing Homesickness' miniseries to help new boarders. Our podcast is essential listening for boarding families and staff, we welcome your feedback, reviews, & ratings. more

'The Expat Therapist: Navigating Mental Health Abroad' is a podcast that offers insights, advice, and strategies for expats needing guidance with mental health struggles on their journey and guidance for individuals anticipating a move abroad. Hosted by a licensed clinical therapist and fellow expat, the show aims to help listeners overcome the unique challenges of moving and living abroad and achieve greater well-being and happiness.  more

Living abroad is an epic ride until you're dragging heavy boxes up a creaky staircase, crying over your favorite hometown song, or become baffled by foreign medicine instructions. We're Polina and Julia, two Russian expats in the Netherlands, here to chat about the wins (and epic fails) of expat life. Every episode, we read your letters, share our own mishaps, and dish out honest advice. Raw stories. Real laughs. Let's swap experiences and help each other survive and thrive  no matter where we land. more

Learn more about the everyday lives and professional experiences of Filipinos in Germany. Join Dee and Kriztel as they talk to other Filipinos about their experiences on integrating with the culture, learning the language, navigating German bureaucracy, coping with homesickness, and everything else in between. more

Follow Rosa's journey in Melbourne as she documents the good bad and ugly whilst living abroad. Listen to the challenges she faces daily whilst travelling and how you can overcome them on your own travels. Packing, flights, renting abroad, VISAs, meeting friends, loneliness, homesickness you name it she'll most definitely chat about it. Rosa is here to be your friend whilst you discover your new life in a new country. Want to Study and Work in Australia and avoid the farmwork? Visit downunderdiariespodcast.com more

Your Journey to Monash is dedicated to sharing the real life experiences of senior international students studying at Monash University. Hear from a diverse mix of students and guests as they discuss important issues involving pre-arrival, arrival, visas, homesickness, making friends, improving your English and more. The podcast series is about gaining an understanding of what studying abroad may be like and to help you be as prepared as possible.monash.edu/students/international more

Welcome to The International Student Experience Podcast—a place for stories and conversations about what it's like to study far from home. Here, our guest, called iseians, from around the world share the highs, the struggles, and the little moments in between—navigating visas, adjusting to new cultures, celebrating wins, and growing in ways they never expected. Whether you're already abroad, preparing for your journey, or simply curious about life through the eyes of international students, welcome to home. more

Starting college is exciting, but let's be honest—it can also be overwhelming. Freshman Year Diaries is here to make that transition a little easier. Hosted by Zoe Hamilton, this podcast brings together college seniors who reflect on their freshman year experiences—the highs, the lows, and everything in between.From navigating roommate drama to dealing with homesickness, balancing student-athlete life, or even staying home for college, each episode dives into the real, unfiltered stories of students who have been there. Whether you're an incoming freshman or just curious about college life, this podcast offers relatable advice, candid conversations, and the reassurance that you're not alone in this journey.Tune in on Spotify and Apple Music to hear firsthand experiences and get the inside scoop on what to expect in your first year of college! 🎙️✨ more

Feeling isolated or overwhelmed abroad? The Expat Psychology Podcast dives into the unique mental health challenges of expat life. How do you find balance in a new culture? What's the best way to tackle homesickness? Join us for practical, AI-supported insights that are checked by a clinical psychologist to help you thrive, wherever life takes you. more

How to Be Local is the podcast for anyone living abroad figuring out what it really means to belong somewhere new. Hosted by Fernanda, a Brazilian living in Canada, and Vicky, a German living in Brazil, we get honest about culture shock, intercultural relationships, language barriers, homesickness, and the emotional side of starting over. New episodes every Monday. Come and be local with us! more

The Chic Immigrant is a stylish new way to experience living, loving and growing in a new country.Everything from contrasting cultures, new languages and homesickness, to feelings of loneliness and loss of identity is treated to a chic makeover so that you can create an inspired life in your new country with confidence, style and joy. more

Hi! I was an international student in the U.S., where I studied, worked, survived, and thrived. Now I'm figuring life out (again) in Canada, in a French-speaking area.Little Dot Abroad is my audio journal of crossing borders, cultural confusion, homesickness, and those tiny moments that somehow make it all feel worth it. Whether you're an international student, immigrant, or curious local, this is for you. Because..Every little dot is like an atom. It holds so much energy inside.Sometimes it explodes.Sometimes it just quietly shines.But each of us has the power to light up our own sky. more

Leaving home is never easy. Away From Home is a raw, honest, and cozy podcast by an international student navigating life in a new country for the very first time. From culture shocks and homesickness to unexpected joys and little wins, each episode is a personal diary of growth, exploration, and finding home in the unfamiliar. Whether you're a student abroad or just curious about life away from home, join me as I share my story, one cup of coffee at a time. more

Studying abroad is 'More Than Studying' - it's about making new friendships, finding new hobbies, exploring yourself and pushing the boundaries! Vadim, being an Erasmus student, has collaborated with other international students to create a collection of soulful stories of stepping out of comfort zone, overcoming homesickness and bonding with people. If you what to know how we got the best out of international experience despite all the challenges, this podcast is for you! Please enjoy! more

Hosts Guoliangji and Jiawen Zhao created a podcast for international students in the U.S. about wellness and real study-abroad struggles.From Hosts: We're creating a podcast about international students studying in the U.S., centered on inner wellness and the real-life challenges of living abroad. Through honest stories and thoughtful conversations, we explore topics like cultural differences, identity shifts, homesickness, anxiety, burnout, and other psychological pressures, along with practical challenges in daily life such as academics, language barriers, friendships, career planning, and navigating systems like healthcare. Our goal is to make international students feel seen and supported by turning shared struggles into actionable coping strategies, resources, and community. more

Your neighbourhood Desi is taking you on his journey of moving to Holland and living here as an expat. Culture shock, Kaasbroodjes, Homesickness, lack of Dhabas and a lot of other things discussed on The Desi Dutch. more

Welcome to The Crossroads of Culture with Janessa Elise — the podcast where language, culture, and faith collide to spark real conversations about identity, transition, and connection. Whether you're navigating life abroad, building intercultural relationships, or searching for meaning in the messy middle, you're in the right place.Each episode features language learning tips, cross-cultural insights, and thoughtful reflections on friendship, homesickness, faith, and finding home wherever you are.Subscribe now and join the journey—because growth happens at the intersection of worlds. janessaelise.substack.com more

Bli en betalprenumerant: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dgmanuales/subscribe My name is Dorothy, but you can also call me Dora. I currently reside in Sweden, and I've recently had the idea to start a podcast where I can discuss topics that I can relate to and share with all of you. Perhaps I can offer assistance or gain insights from your experiences as well. My podcast will cover various aspects of life abroad, including life challenges, mental health, friendships, coping with homesickness, and many more.' Embark on a journey with me as we delve into the intricacies of life abroad and beyond. Join me on my new podcast adventure, where we explore everything together! more

Hi I'm Madison! Welcome to My Mad Move, my diary-type podcast detailing my experience moving from New Zealand to University in London in 2024. Join my journey through Law school and beyond as I navigate this big city, student life, friendships, homesickness, an insane cost of living, and much more! Whether you're a fellow international student, a friend or family member, or simply curious, tune in to hear all about my adventures and some hopefully helpful tips :) Check out @mymadmove on instagram!  more

A podcast for girls living abroad, by girls living abroad.Moving away from your home country suddenly turns you into the coolest among your friends. But let's be honest: changing country isn't all sunshine and rainbows.In this podcast, we peel back the glossy surface to explore the everyday realities of life abroad. This is your safe space for authentic experiences: from homesickness to language barriers, from cultural shocks to personal growth, we are all 'That Friend' who struggles as much as you. There might be tears. But there will definitely be laughter. more

Road to Canada is an original podcast brought to you by PICI a Vancouver-based company that can help you achieve your dream of studying abroad in Canada. In this show we will talk to experts and international students who will give advice and tips about life in the Great White North from simple things like setting up a bank account to more challenging problems like dealing with culture shock and homesickness. For more information visit http://pici.ca/ more

The Overseas Experience in Australia Podcast series tell the journey of Brian La, Vietnamese student studying in Adelaide, Australia. For most international students, pursuing their studies in foreign countries always brings about new yet challenging obstacles, particularly language barriers, difficulties in integrating with their peers and homesickness. In those four episodes, these issues are discussed in-depth as Brian shares his stories and theories behind their underlying factors. This podcast is done to inform international students on what to expect in their journey while helping local students understand the challenges their overseas friends might face. more

Join us on Crossed Horizons, a podcast that follows one family's journey studying abroad. We will take you through the ups and downs of picking a destination, adjusting to new cultures and dealing with homesickness. From exciting academic achievements to tough emotional moments, each episode is packed with real-life stories and practical insights. Whether you're planning your own adventure or just curios about life abroad, Crossed Horizons has something for everyone. Subscribe to our newsletter: crossedhorizons.substack.com more