For most of us January has NOT been as painstakingly slow as last year, but instead has been full on and frantic, so it’s ok if you haven’t got your shit together yet! 2019 is set to be another great year for podcasts and we’ve rounded up some of the best ones to help you feel motivated, uplifted and even just make you laugh!

Table Manners with Jessie Ware

This podcast is with musician Jessie Ware, but the REAL star of the show is Jessie’s mum Lennie. The show sees Jessie and Lennie interviewing stars from Ed Sheeran and George Ezra to Sadiq Khan and Daniel Kaluya. Half the time Lennie doesn’t know who the person is they are interviewing, which makes her line of questioning so pure and hilarious. They also talk A LOT about food, so don’t listen on an empty stomach.

Happy Place Fearne Cotton

Each episode Fearne speaks to someone new about what makes them happy and helps you put self-care are the forefront of your mind. Guests range from celebs to people who have led incredible lives.

TED Talks Daily

We all love a TED Talk but sometimes it’s hard to make time to sit down to watch one, that’s why this podcast is so great. If you need a daily dose on inspiration or want to learn something new then make sure you’ve subscribed to this one, becuase it's easy to listen on the go.

My Dad Wrote Porno

This podcast is exactly what it says on the tin. Jamie Morton’s dad wrote a porno and together with his two friends (one of whom is Radio 1’s Alice Levine) they read som of the porno each ep. This podcast will have you cracking up and bring some joy into your days.

The Mindful Kind

Sometimes it’s hard to be mindful when you’ve got so much going on, but this podcast makes it even easier for you to do. Host Rachael Kable shares parts of her own mindfulness journey, as well as sharing tips and exercises to help you live more mindfully.

Stuff you should know

Want to know how lobotomies worked? Or everything you need to know about lemonade? Or how about if there was a real Robin Hood? This podcast has all the answers. The topics are so random and you’ll be able to wow your friends with all your new knowledge.

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