Best 40 Women in Media Podcasts in the US

News you need to know! Follow to stay in the loop ⚡️ By award-winning journalists and bffs Wren Woodson & Mabel Kabani Previously 60 Minutes ⏱️ Full video episodes available on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@newsgirlspodcast more

The NYWIFT Podcast (formerly called 'Women Crush Wednesdays') is presented by New York Women in Film & Television. We sit down for frank conversations with women working in all areas of the film, TV, and media industry. Plus, we dish on the latest entertainment news, preview upcoming NYWIFT events, highlight our community of members, offer bingewatch recommendations, and report happenings from the red carpet. The NYWIFT podcast is your one-stop shop for all things women in film and TV! more

Host Leslie LaPage, Director of LaFemme International Film Festival uncovers the Secrets of Filmmaking with her lineup of industry professional guests. In every episode you will learn things like how to make the most out of the film festival circuit, how to find a great distribution partner, how to attract A list talent, finding the perfect representation, the dirty little secrets of Hollywood and much more. more

Feminist Frequency Radio is coming for your media. Each week, Kat Spada invites you to listen in on entertaining and stimulating conversations about films, games, and TV... from the latest blockbusters to classic hidden gems, and more. With special guests bringing their distinctly different feminist perspectives to the mix as they celebrate and critique it all—including media critics, entertainers, academics, and everyone in between—Feminist Frequency Radio is there to help you dig deeper into the things you love. Warning: Feminist Frequency Radio may significantly enhance your media experience.Created by Anita Sarkeesian, Feminist Frequency ran as an organization from 2009 2023, providing video commentaries exploring gender representations, myths, and messages in popular culture media. Now, host Kat Spada continues Feminist Frequency Radio's legacy as an independent podcast, with fun new conversations about entertainment that asks you to be critical of the media you love. more

Michelle Zeitlin is a creative catalyst for conversation, a Talent and Literary manager, producer 'who wears many hats,' and director/choreographer. She's an expert in the ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT, BOOK PUBLISHING and ORIGINAL CONTENT spaces, currently developing multiple original shows and attractions. She 'works and plays' in dance, drama, music, yoga and wellness. She is known as a career strategist. These conversations are with #bigshots in television, film, stage. Follow your Yellow Brick Road to Success and share these episodes! #passiontopower And BOOK a Workshop, Clinic or Keynote with MZ. more

Presented by New York Women in Communications, WomenHeard is a career-focused podcast where women across the communications industry share personal stories and practical advice. Hosted by career expert Julie Hochheiser Ilkovich and NYWICI Past President Georgia Galanoudis, the series explores career growth, equity, and the pivotal moments that shape confident, effective leadership. Real Stories. Real Advice. Real Talk. more

The Broad Cast unites women in business, media, civic life, non-profits, politics and government who are making an impact on Chicago and their communities. Co-hosted by C-Strategies' Founder and CEO Becky Carroll and LCSW Eileen Dordek, this monthly podcast is available on Spotify, SoundCloud and Apple Podcasts. more

The Women in Entertainment Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Renee Rossi and Gretchen McCourt where women and men in entertainment share stories in their own words. The conversations explore the twists and turns and pivots that got them where they are today; the mistakes they made; luck they had to lessons they learned and what hard work they put in to get to where they are today. This podcast provides a space to have a more personal conversation with inspiring people so we can all learn and think creatively about how we can create and uncover new paths forward. more

Follow your dreams! The Influence Women podcast will equip and empower you to pursue your dreams in film, entertainment, arts and leadership. Hosted by media executive Kathleen Cooke, each episode features influential industry voices to help release your creative talent, advance your career, and build the kind of faith that will unleash God's calling on your life. Be mentored by women who are making a difference as Hollywood and independent female filmmakers, actors, directors, screenwriters, authors, entrepreneurs and more! https://influencewomen.org more

If you love the media -- then The PR Pace is the podcast for you. Brought to you by Pace Public Relations, an award-winning PR firm based in NYC, founder + host Annie Pace Scranton will break down each week the biggest news stories through a PR lens. We'll also bring you ground-breaking interviews with entrepreneurs who have successfully leveraged the media to enhance their career, plus, an inside look at how it all works by talking to real journalists and producers. more

Speaking of Phenomenal is an independent podcast covering women and gender-expansive people mainstream media hasn't found yet. Host Amy Boyle, a multimedia journalist and adjunct lecturer in photojournalism and visual storytelling at Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism, reports longform narrative conversations with women and gender-expansive people doing significant work the news cycle has yet to document. The work began in 2018 as the 52 Phenomenal Women Project, a portrait storytelling series that produced 104 reported profiles and was covered by the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Reader and NBC5. The podcast launched in October 2020 as the audio extension of that journalism. Now in its sixth season, with 65 episodes and counting, Speaking of Phenomenal has reached 100 countries and 782 cities. Every person you'll hear has a story the world should know. And they sound like this. www.speakingofphenomenal.com . Support the show via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/u25038150 more

This is the video feed of Pam Perry's PR & Branding show, where you'll get insider tips on how to build your platform, pitch the media and promote yourself with confidence. Tune in as this PR Strategist, Emmy Award-Winning Producer, and Publisher of Speakers Magazine shares the secrets of getting visibility and credibility that gets you booked in media places and on superstar stages. more

Intersectional proletarianism, journalism, and leftism from a Master's graduate in Gender Studies, Nikita Ramkissoon. Raised in an anti-apartheid activist household, Nikita grew up with a love for human rights and good books. Being a survivor of childhood sexual assault, she developed bipolar disorder and wishes to debunk myths about mental illness and shed light on survivor issues through her writing. Some might call her a raging feminist ... and she is. Guided by bell hooks, Angela Davis, and other black feminists, Nikita wishes to uplift voices of women of colour in media spaces. more

Whether you're a seasoned professional in the film industry, an aspiring filmmaker, or a media enthusiast, Sista Brunch offers a rare glimpse into the professional lives of those who shape contemporary entertainment. It's an essential resource for understanding the role of an inclusive lens in crafting stories that resonate across audiences. Tune into Sista Brunch to hear the powerful voices of those leading the way in Hollywood and beyond. Learn from their experiences, get inspired by their stories, and gain insights into making your mark in the entertainment world. more

The work advice you need, from women who've been there. Every week, join the co-founders and co-CEOs of theSkimm, Carly Zakin and Danielle Weisberg, as they help you get what you want out of your career by talking to the smartest leaders they know. more

WMC Live with Robin Morgan is a nationally syndicated American radio show with an international audience in 110 countries around the globe. The weekly show (additionally available online at iTunes and at WMCLive.com) is hosted by Robin Morgan, the award-winning author of over 20 books, political analyst, former editor in chief of Ms. Magazine, and, in 2005, co-founder—with Jane Fonda and Gloria Steinem—of The Women's Media Center. Praised as 'talk radio with a brain' by The Huffington Post, the show has enjoyed exponential ratings growth, not only because of its world-class host, but because of its world-class guests. more

The WATZS Podcast Network proudly announces the launch of 'It Doesn't Work That Way Podcast,' a bi-weekly series hosted by Kalisha Zachery and Kachelle Zachery sisters and co-founders of WATZS Productions. This podcast delves into vital conversations across media, film, business, and life themes, highlighting challenges faced in these areas. The show focuses on key moments and processes related to life, purpose, and career, examining how skills align with vision while upholding integrity, patience and respect. Through engaging storytelling, the podcast presents real-world examples of both success and failure in pursuing ambitions. Each episode fosters meaningful discussions on relevant issues in the artistic and professional realms, providing in-depth analysis to enhance listener engagement.  more

It's Not You, It's The Media! unpacks the ways that the media manipulates narratives and makes you question your reality. You're being gaslighted. Hosts Bhakti Shringarpure, Suchitra Vijayan & Madhuri Sastry eviscerate the propaganda, set the record straight, and offer moral clarity. more

How She Made It™ is a career journey podcast focused on amplifying accomplishments of women across the media industries. It's true - If she can hear it, she can be it. Mentors who pay it forward are valuable guides as we navigate our individual journeys. Our distinguished industry podcast guests share their experiences (including the challenges) along their path to a successful career. Tune into How She Made It™ for priceless media industry insider strategies, mentoring advice and secrets to boost your career and life goals. For more information visit us on mediaxwomen.com more

A podcast for women in sports media.

There are celebrity interviews, and there are life-changing conversations. On Question Everything, you get both. Journalist Danielle Robay has a rare gift: she makes people feel safe + seen enough to tell the truth. Every week, she draws out the stories the world's most fascinating people rarely get to tell the heartbreaks, the risks, the controversies, the beliefs they had to unlearn to become who they are and every now and then, their thoughts on the Bravoverse. You'll come for their story. You'll leave rethinking your own. -------- Danielle is also the creator of the bestselling QUESTION EVERYTHING card game series, which has sparked connection in thousands of living rooms around the world, and the co-executive producer and host of Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club , alongside Reese Witherspoon. Dubbed 'The Queen of Questions,' she brings both heart and rigor to every conversation — a background in political science, a Gloria Steinem Fellowship, and a mentorship under Larry King, whose legacy of curiosity and connection she's carried forward across more than 8,000 hours of interviews with icons from Taylor Swift to Malala Yousafzai. more

From national TV anchors to broadcast coaches, Stephanie interviews inspiring women in media to learn about their lives and careers, with the goal to help listeners excel and thrive in their own.  more

Three trailblazing Asian American women in TV journalism and Hollywood join forces to rattle some cages and dismantle tired old stereotypes about race, age, sex and culture. Award-winning journalist May Lee and actresses Kelly Hu and Tamlyn Tomita (a.k.a. MKT) take on topics that aren't often discussed in the most open, authentic and, sometimes, hilarious way because they are unafraid to be fully themselves. They're all 50+ and fabulous so they got nothing to hide and they are beyond the point of caring about what other people think! So take your Shoes Off Inside and join MKT to engage, contribute, challenge and, most importantly, have fun! Lots and lots of FUN! more

The WIM Speaks Show presented by Women In Media GLOBAL explores important world topics and how women are affected by it. Here at Women In Media GLOBAL, we encourage you to own your voice and make a difference in the world. WIM GLOBAL Empowers, Equips, and Encourages Women to Own Their Voice. Women In Media, Communications, Entertainment, and Business! The WIM Speaks Show is our love letter to women all over the globe in the form of a call to action hosted by our Founder Danielle P. Jeter! more

NAKED SPORTS lives at the intersection of sports, politics, and culture. It is a niche groundbreaking interview-based show that dives deep into the lives of the game-changers who have helped shape our world. We explore how sports are interwoven not only into their personal lives; but the role they play in the global experience.  NAKED SPORTS is hosted by Cari Champion, a trailblazing broadcast journalist and television personality renowned for her pioneering contributions to sports media for women.In each episode, this distinguished host sits down with, a diverse array of athletes, politicians, and cultural innovators who have left an indelible mark on their fields. Through intimate, unfiltered conversations, the show reveals the raw and vulnerable sides of their journeys—peeling back the layers to explore the defining moments, personal struggles, and transformative experiences that live at the intersection of sports, culture, and politics.These conversations are thematically linked to live at the intersection and on this new season of NAKED SPORTS, we begin with a six-part docu-series, The Making of a Rivalry: Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese, in which Cari questions how this 'rivalry' started. Does the necessity for success depend on a foil? In a time of divisiveness, are sports—more specifically the WNBA—a reflection of our country? Or will the greatness of two supernovas unite this country and heal race relations?NAKED SPORTS guests will span varied backgrounds, providing diverse perspectives as we examine how sports play a crucial role in nearly every aspect of life.Connect: @CARICHAMPION  more

WICT Wisdom, presented by WICT Southern California and hosted by Stephanie Cobian, is an inside conversation with a variety of women leaders who are developing and transforming the media industry. more

She Paid the Bills: The Women Who Made the Movies rips the curtain back on Old Hollywood to reveal the powerhouse women who invented and kept the industry running — whether they got the credit or not.From capable directors who called the shots to screen sirens who weren't just pretty faces, this is where their stories finally get the spotlight they deserve. If you love classic movies, fierce women, and stories of ambition, scandal, and success, this is the podcast you've been waiting for.Lights, camera, listen! 🎬✨ shepaidthebillspod.substack.com more

Break the Frame is the companion podcast to author and documentary film director Kevin Smokler's new book, Break the Frame: Conversations with Women Filmmakers. Over the course of three years, Smokler interviewed some of the most influential women directors working today. The names you may not be instantly familiar with, but they are the creative forces behind the movies and television you love. Each episode features an in-depth conversation with some of the 24 filmmakers interviewedfor the book, and is grounded in a full viewing of her complete body of work. The result: treating women directors not as exceptions, but as visionary artists with distinct styles, recurring themes, and important contributions to the art of cinema.The podcast challenges the way audiences typically view women filmmakers. While nameslike Wes Anderson or Quentin Tarantino evoke an immediate style, can the same be said ofDebra Granik, a Jessica Yu, or an Amy Heckerling? This show gives you just a highlight ofconversations in the book, with the bonus of discovering your new 10-12 favorite movies and TV series. Despite the industry's s gender disparities, the accomplishments of female directors are vast — and Break the Frame celebrates those voices one conversation at a time.Visit http://breaktheframebook.com/ for more information, and you can get your copy of Break the Frame wherever you buy books. more

My Job is to Play is a bi-weekly podcast hosted by Author, Playwright and Audiobook Narrator Erin Mallon. In each episode Erin interviews an amazing creative mind and together they deep dive into what it means to live a creative, playful life. Season Two is a special 20-episode exploration of Women in Television.  more

The hottest podcast of Latinxs working in the entertainment and media industry. Hosted by Ingrid Nin and produced by André Fernández, Luna Cubides, and IRL Media. more

Welcome to Women's League! 🎙️Hosted by Abby Chin and Naoko Funayama — two veteran broadcasters who've achieved the dream covering professional sports in Boston for over a decade while raising their families and have the rings to show for it.Women's League is a space for real conversations about sports, media, and balancing career and family. From breaking into the industry to balancing work and motherhood, we bring you candid conversations with top women in sports, broadcasting, and beyond. What to Expect:✅ Interviews with industry leaders✅ Career advice & media insights✅ Work-life balance & behind the scenes peak at pro sports coverageSubscribe for new episodes, inspiring conversations, and insider knowledge from women shaping sports media.📢 Join the conversation—comment, like, and subscribe!#WomensLeaguePodcast #WomenInSports #SportsMedia #CareerGrowth more

A podcast for women and queer people who are ready to take up space in podcasting and share their voices with the world while making the best sounding show they can. Rue Spence started Sonivia after years of not feeling represented in the podcasting industry and not finding tutorials that suited her voice. She's worked with other women and queer podcasters as a podcast editor, podcast consultant, and podcast launch specialist to help other people take podcasting up and octave, and now she's here to help you make podcasting feel like magic. more

One Oh! One is a podcast for young women interested in pursuing careers in Film and Television. We sit down with industry professionals, ask them your questions and get answers. How did you get started? What do you do? What is the best part of your job? What's the hardest? How can I get started?One Oh! One, it's a beginning.Created by Kate Forsatz and Meredith VeachFull episodes along with helpful resources are available on our website!https://www.oneohonepodcast.com/Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @oneohonepodcastFull Episodes on Youtube @ Exit 74 Productions more

Women to Watch Media® is the premier global media platform for women leaders. We tell the real life stories of the most accomplished women worldwide. Our mission is to inspire and encourage more women to pursue leadership roles worldwide. more

The Woman in PR Podcast hosted by Global PR Expert Talia Davis is the place to be for branding, marketing and public relations guidance for female entrepreneurs. Talia is the Founder of American and Canadian Women in Public Relations, a global network that teaches women how to stand out for their unique expertise. She owns the agency Pink Pearl PR, and consulting firm, Talia Davis PR. You can also read her marketing tips on Fempreneur.com more

UnWrapped is a podcast by WrapWomen dedicated to empowering the next generation of women in media and entertainment. Each episode 'unwraps' topics from entertainment news and industry trends to career advice, Hollywood headlines and more. Special guests include industry leaders, actors, producers, studio execs and everyone in between. Our aim is to connect those looking for knowledge and access to those with the knowledge and access, in hopes of providing the WrapWomen community with tools to succeed in their personal and professional lives. more

Inspired by our monthly WPIN newsletter, this podcast aims to feature the voices and thoughts of the women in our podcast community around the world. If you identify as a woman and work or create in the podcast industry this podcast is made for you. As women get more and more involved around the world, we are folding ourselves into the fabric of technology and media history. But there is still much to talk about and much left to be desired when it comes to diversity, and women's voices and leadership within the space. So let's talk about it.Presented by Avant Haus Media and hosted by Christina Barsi, the founder and CEO of Avant Haus Media and Boss-Goddess, a strategic content-marketing agency specializing in podcasting and the creator of The Women's Podcast Industry Network. more

The NEXT Women in Media series features conversation with thought leaders, actionable insights and advice for women in media and their allies. Brought to you by TVB NEXT Women, our mission is to help identify, prepare and advocate for women seeking career advancement in local broadcast TV. Stay Connected: https://www.linkedin.com/company/next-women/ more

We know film school doesn't cover everything, and that's where Film Nerd Moment comes in. Brought to you by The Light Leaks, Mercedes Gonzales Bazan dives into film theory, history, and pop culture through a feminist lens—breaking it all down in a way that actually makes sense (and won't put you to sleep).Think of it as your go-to guide for all the cool, quirky, and often overlooked sides of cinema. Whether you're working in the industry or just a movie lover at heart, we're here to break down the lingo, unpack the tropes, and shine a light on the hidden gems that make film so legendary. more

Join Katie + Kenz as we discuss women-made media, women in the media and all related topics. Follow 'She Said' on Instagram and Twitter @_shesaidpodcast. New episodes released each Wednesday! more