Top Female Podcasters of 2025 You Need in Your Ears

The Female Podcasters Owning 2025—And Why Gen Z Is Obsessed

Let’s be real—podcasts aren’t just background noise anymore. They’re our therapy sessions, comedy breaks, and daily motivation all rolled into one. And right now? Female podcasters are running the game.

Whether they’re spilling tea, unpacking trauma, or rewriting history, these women are using their mics to amplify stories, challenge norms, and create space for voices that actually reflect what we care about. Here’s your ultimate Gen Z breakdown of the top female podcasters dominating the scene in 2025.

🔪 For the True Crime Junkies

Ashley Flowers – Crime Junkie

Still one of the most binge-worthy pods in the game, Ashley Flowers (with her co-host Brit Prawat) delivers weekly deep dives into true crime stories with the kind of energy that keeps you glued for every second. It’s smart, emotional, and spooky enough to keep you double-checking your locks.

💬 For the Feels + Real Talk

Glennon Doyle – We Can Do Hard Things

If you’ve ever cried while scrolling Instagram captions, Glennon, Abby Wambach, and Amanda Doyle’s podcast is your next favorite comfort zone. They talk life, love, grief, boundaries, and all the messy stuff—like your most insightful group chat in podcast form.

Dr. Joy Harden Bradford – Therapy for Black Girls

A literal essential. Dr. Joy blends her clinical expertise with cultural understanding to talk about mental health in a way that’s accessible, healing, and affirming—especially for Black women navigating life, work, and identity.

Chloe Brotheridge – The Calmer You Podcast

Anxiety who? Chloe, a hypnotherapist and anxiety expert, gives chill, practical advice for calming your mind and boosting confidence. It’s like a deep breath in podcast form.

🚀 For Empowerment, Energy & Glow-Up Content

Lisa Bilyeu – Women of Impact

Need a boost? Lisa’s interviews with badass women from all walks of life—entrepreneurs, authors, scientists—will light a fire under you. It's confidence, clarity, and actionable advice on demand.

Janice Ferebee – Empowering Black Women

Focused on social justice and empowerment, Janice’s pod brings in deep convos about advocacy, race, and breaking barriers. It’s unapologetically Black, bold, and deeply intersectional.

🎤 For Feminism, Identity, and History That Hits

Cristen Conger – Unladylike

What happens when feminism meets curiosity and chaos? You get Unladylike. Cristen dives into topics from pop culture to politics with sharp wit and a feminist lens that challenges every “that’s just how it is” take.

Farai Chideya – Our Body Politic

Farai delivers a masterclass in making politics personal. With a focus on how women of color navigate power, the show unpacks everything from climate justice to reproductive rights—with journalistic depth and real-world emotion.

Beckett Graham & Susan Vollenweider – The History Chicks

These two have been making women from history feel like icons before it was trendy. From real queens to fictional heroines, they serve history with flair, sass, and feminist fire.

🤪 For Laughs, Relatable Rants & Chaotic Energy

Heather McMahan – Absolutely Not

Picture your funniest, brutally honest bestie on a mic—that’s Heather. With no topic off limits, she delivers raw comedy about relationships, therapy, travel, and total life meltdowns. 10/10 for vibes and vulnerability.

💡 Why These Women Are Winning the Podcast Game

🌈 Diverse POVs That Actually Reflect the World

These podcasters come from different walks of life—Black, queer, neurodivergent, feminist—and they’re not just “representing.” They’re leading.

🧠 Real Talk Over Perfection

Forget overly polished influencer talk. These women keep it messy, raw, and so real. It’s therapy, girl talk, and empowerment—minus the gatekeeping.

🤝 Community Over Clout

Each podcast doubles as a community. Whether it's a Discord, a live tour, or just a solid hashtag thread, these women aren’t just building followers—they’re building movements.

🎙️These Voices Aren't Just Loud—They're Leading

2025 isn’t about who shouts the loudest. It’s about who says something that sticks. These female podcasters aren’t just dropping episodes—they’re creating space, shaping narratives, and giving Gen Z listeners something to feel.

Whether you’re here for the crime stories, the mental health check-ins, or the chaos rants, one thing’s for sure: these voices are shaping the culture—one episode at a time.

Keep listening, learning, and laughing with Woke Waves Magazine—your go-to for what’s really shaping Gen Z culture.

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