More great podcasts for moms!

Let’s just be honest here, shall we? Laundry and dishes are these mundane chores that need to be done on a (somewhat) daily basis, and they can make our brains feel like they are melting away into mush.

You know what makes them a million times better?

Podcasts!

I used to watch TV while I did the laundry and dishes, but I recently realized that my TV watching habit was helping no one. Sure, I was all caught up on what was happening on This Is Us, but was that really helping me be a more peaceful (and equipped) wife and mom?

I mean, SOMETIMES. (That one’s a pretty good show.) But not usually.

So, I’ve shifted to listening to Podcasts while I’m working. Not only are they typically clean enough for me to listen to while my kids are around, but they actually build truth and skill into my life. That’s a win-win right there.

(Side note: I like audiobooks too, but right now I’m enjoying the conversational aspect of podcasts – they are easier for me to track with, plus they come in small 20-40 minutes doses, which works well for a mom who is constantly interrupted!)

Today, I’m sharing a list of my recent podcast favorites. I’ve shared some favorites before, but these are the ones I’m listening to (and absolutely LOVING) right now.

{MORE} Great Podcasts for Moms:

• Leading Girls – This podcast is hosted by my friend Courtney DeFeo and her friend Wynter Pitts and it is SO GOOD. They are real moms with real questions about raising their girls, and they interview experts on each topic. I cannot get enough of this, and am recommending it to all my girl-mom friends out there.
• Are My Kids On Track? – Another favorite right now. This podcast is led by a group of counselors who have book by the same name. The book is also excellent, but I’m really loving the conversation found in the podcast, where they can dig a little deeper into examples. The main topic of this podcasts is the social, emotional, and spiritual milestones your kids need to reach, and it is simply excellent. I have learned so much!
• The Lazy Genius – If you’re into learning how other people run their homes, this podcast is for you! I have loved Kendra’s practical, brilliant insight into a variety of mundane things, like doing the laundry. But seriously – I haven’t stopped telling people about her laundry episode for the last month. Start there, you’ll love it!
• The Next Right Thing – I love these short episodes that give me time to ponder, which is what Emily P. Freeman is really known for. Her quiet voice and deep thoughts give me space to think about the way I do things, how to simplify and breathe a little more, and how to do the next right thing (instead of all the things).
• Focus on the Family (Parenting + Marriage) – I think I mentioned these before, but I just really love the FOTF podcasts, especially the ones on Parenting and Marriage. They interview such a wide variety of people, and I love listening to their conversations and gaining their insight. I do pick and choose which ones sound relevant for my life, but most are winners that leave me with a tidbit of solid Biblical counsel.
• That Sounds Fun – I adore this podcast by Annie F. Downs because she’s just everybody’s best friend! She makes every conversation fun, and she seems to know EVERYBODY. I love this podcast because you never know where the conversation will go. Again, I pick and choose which guests I’m most interested in listening to, but this one is constantly showing up on my favorites playlist.
• Coffee + Crumbs – I am new-is to this podcast, but they just started up their new season (I think, or else I’m just really behind, which is also possible), and I like a lot of what these real life moms talk about. My favorite episodes are the ones where they pick a topic and explain how each of them do that thing (for example: How We Do Social Media). It’s always encouraging and sweet and funny, and I am liking this one a whole lot!

Whether you’re new to listening to podcasts, or just looking for some new episodes to add to your own playlist, I’d encourage you to start with these! They are fun, uplifting, and a great addition to your day.

In any case, they are a whole lot more encouraging than TV.

(I’m sorry, TV. I still love you!)

So tell me – what are YOUR favorite podcasts right now?