By Rory Carter Entertainment 25.03.2026

These Are the Best Uplifting Podcasts You Need to Listen to Right Now

We’ve rounded up our favorite feel-good podcasts offering fresh perspectives and the kind of clarity that makes everything feel just a little more possible.

There’s a lot of bad news out there, so for a bit of respite we've turned to our favorite podcasts to lift our spirits and offer gentle direction when it comes to all things wellness, relationships, and business. It’s important to stay informed, but sometimes it’s nice to focus on things that make us feel positive and energized instead of overwhelmed and hopeless. So, without further ado, we present to you our favorite uplifting podcasts that you need to listen to right now.

Oprah's SuperSoul Conversations

Oprah Winfrey is a larger-than-life (and admittedly controversial) character, but there’s no doubt that she has a knack for getting insightful stories and anecdotes out of her A-list guests. From her recent chat with Malala Yousafzai about human rights advocacy to a discussion with Stephen Colbert about comedy, hope, and ego, Oprah's SuperSoul Conversations should be in your podcast queue right now.

She’s So Lucky

She’s So Lucky is a smart, reassuring listen for anyone who’s ever felt like everyone else got the secret memo on how to build a life they actually want. Through relaxed but purposeful conversations led by host Les Alfred, the podcast explores how ambition, intuition, and small, consistent risks can add up to something that looks a lot like luck – offering equal parts perspective shift and gentle motivation.

Heavyweight

We know what you’re thinking – Heavyweight is a loaded name for something supposedly uplifting. But this is one of those rare podcasts that manages to be both funny and deeply moving, as host Jonathan Goldstein helps people revisit unresolved moments from their past – lost friendships, lingering regrets, unanswered questions – with surprising tenderness and wit. Each episode unfolds like a small emotional mystery, reminding us how much lighter life can feel when we finally say the things we’ve been carrying for years.

The Mel Robbins Podcast

We’ll wager if you’re not already listening to The Mel Robbins Podcast, you’ve more than likely heard her name floating around (often followed by mention of the “Let Them” theory). And with good reason – the show is an energizing listen that blends practical mindset shifts with straight-talking reassurance, unpacking everything from confidence and boundaries to anxiety and ambition in a way that feels genuinely usable in everyday life. Robbins’ appeal lies in her knack for turning overwhelming emotions into simple, memorable tools – the kind you actually remember to reach for when things feel uncertain.

The School of Greatness

I mean, it’s basically all in the name, isn’t it? The School of Greatness is an uplifting, big-picture listen that explores what it actually means to build a fulfilling life, weaving together conversations on purpose, resilience, relationships and success. Host Lewis Howes brings a thoughtful curiosity to interviews with athletes, psychologists, entrepreneurs and creatives, making the show feel both expansive and quietly motivating – less about hustle, more about defining the shape and feel of greatness for yourself.

The Book Show

Is reading your thing? Have you ever wanted to pick the brain of your favorite author to learn more about their motivations and inspirations? The Book Show is a weekly podcast featuring in-depth chats with the best fiction writers from Australia and around the globe.

Better Than Yesterday, with Osher Günsberg

With one in-depth episode featuring a thoughtful and engaging guest and a short check-in from Osher himself, Better Than Yesterday is a beacon of hope in uncertain times. You know him from TV, but you'll love his calming and charismatic way of making sense of the world we live in while remaining open and transparent about his own struggles. His goal is to make today just a little better than yesterday.