16 Best Podcasts on Motivation to Help You Reach Your Goals

Last updated: February 8, 2026Reviewed date: February 8, 2026Reading time: 7 min read
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Every Monday is a great time to pump up your spirits, make goals for the upcoming week, and keep yourself motivated to achieve them. But what do you do if you cannot find motivation within yourself? Instead of beating yourself over it, why not take...

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Every Monday is a great time to pump up your spirits, make goals for the upcoming week, and keep yourself motivated to achieve them. But what do you do if you cannot find motivation within yourself? Instead of beating yourself over it, why not take help from external sources to get motivated? Apart from self-help books and inspiring speeches and movies, good podcasts can also...

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  • This article explains 2. The One You Feed in simple medical language.
  • This article explains 3. TED Radio Hour in simple medical language.
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Every Monday is a great time to pump up your spirits, make goals for the upcoming week, and keep yourself motivated to achieve them.

But what do you do if you cannot find motivation within yourself? Instead of beating yourself over it, why not take help from external sources to get motivated?

Apart from self-help books and inspiring speeches and movies, good podcasts can also lift your spirits when you need them most.

At a time when we are all racing against time, you no longer have to “make” time for listening to inspirational podcasts because they make for an immersive and convenient option. So the next time you are stuck in traffic or are out for a run, optimize that time by listening to motivational podcasts.

Here is a list of 15 really good podcasts that you must have on your playlist to stay motivated and reach your goals:

1. The Tim Ferriss Show

It would be sacrilege to enlist good podcasts without starting with The Tim Ferriss Show, also called “the Oprah of audio” by The Observer.

Ranked #1 out of 500,000+ podcasts on many occasions, this is the first business podcast to have crossed 300 million downloads and be selected as “Best of” Apple Podcasts for three consecutive years.

Hosted by best-selling author Tim Ferris, this podcast’s guest list features famous names such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, LeBron James, Maria Sharapova, and Jamie Foxx among many others. It has Tim inviting world-class performers to discuss their habits, routines, and secrets that make them what they are for listeners to take a leaf from their books.

2. The One You Feed

Hosted by Eric Zimmer and Chris Forbes, The One You Feed is based on the principle that it ‘takes conscious, constant and creative effort to make a life worth living.

The podcast features conversations with guests from various walks of life. They discuss topics surrounding mental health, motivation, self-awareness, spirituality, and more such topics that help us become better versions of ourselves. So, listen to the episodes on their website and get your daily dose of motivation!

3. TED Radio Hour

Following the success of TED Talks, TED Radio Hour is a fascinating podcast that brings together some of the most remarkable minds in the world. A co-production between TED and National Public Radio (NPR), TED Radio Hour is hosted by Guy Raz.

Exploring topics ranging from inspirational leadership to self-awareness, this 18-minute talk show promises to make you think, question, and introspect while offering fresh approaches and solutions to old problems.

4. The Gary Vee Audio Experience

Feeling listless and low on energy? Make listening to The Gary Vee Audio Experience part of your daily routine and you are bound to see a positive change in your perspective.

Hosted by entrepreneur, author, CEO, public speaker, and blogger Gary Vaynerchuk, this podcast has a no-nonsense approach to getting you up and running.

Gary imparts motivational advice via speeches and interviews in a riveting manner that makes you sit up, listen and take notes.

5. The Lifehack Show

The Lifehack Show is the official podcast show of Lifehack. It offers incredible insights from experts on overcoming obstacles and breaking free from limitations. In each episode the show’s host interviews experts in different fields to share their thoughts and experiences on getting over challenges and reaching their goals.

6. School of Greatness

Lewis Howes’ School of Greatness podcast aims at inspiring people to dream bigger and live better. From relationships and entrepreneurship to self-development and health – School of Greatness features solo sessions with host Lewis and interviews with famous people from the world of business, sports, and entertainment sharing their nuggets of success.

Once a week, listeners also get to enjoy 5 Minute Friday which has Lewis inspiring people with some really quick advice on some of the most relevant topics we can all relate to.

7. Inspire Nation

This podcast covers a diverse range of subjects – you name it and they’ve got to have it covered! Inspire Nation aims to “help you shine bright” through their motivational episodes that touch upon every aspect of your life.

It has host Michael Sandler sharing some life-changing experiences and also invites authors, spiritual leaders, and others to offer inspiring advice that fills you with positivity and leaves you charged up. With so much to offer when it comes to self-improvement, you are sure to get hooked on this podcast in no time.

8. The Brendon Show

The Brendon Show is hosted by the world’s leading personal development coach, Brendon Burchard. Through this highly inspiring podcast, Brendon shares his life mantra, what keeps him going and how we can all shape the extraordinary life we wish to lead.

He dives deep into interesting issues that we are all a victim of such as ‘Dealing with Self-Doubt’, ‘Why People Don’t Support You’ and ‘The Motivation Killer’ among others. This show is all about finding the right direction in life and has the power to inspire people to take action.

9. Happier

Another good podcast is Gretchen Rubin’s Happier. This thought-provoking podcast features some really practical advice on living a happier life. Gretchen and her sister Elizabeth discuss habits and hacks to make every day joyful in this thoroughly enjoyable podcast.

10. Goal Digger

If you have questions surrounding chasing your passion, living your dreams, taking risks, quitting your 9 to 5 job and similar other concerns, the Goal Digger podcast promises to answer them all for you.

This podcast has host Jenna Kutcher bring you inspirational stories that can make a difference in your lives. She speaks about tips and tricks on staying motivated, being productive, and becoming a ‘self-made’ millionaire.

Adopting a ‘live-workshop style business podcast’, this one is specifically directed to helping ‘girl bosses’ make their dreams come true.

11. The Mastery Sessions

Powerful daily tools coupled with profound insights are what comprise The Mastery Sessions podcast wherein life coach Robin Sharma helps you live your best life. His words of encouragement and advice inspire listeners to be optimistic.

Whenever you’re having a bad day, tune in to The Mastery Sessions, and listening to even just one episode is enough to get to back on track – that is how powerful his words are!

12. The Good Life Project

The Good Life Project features in-depth conversations that are honest and deeply moving. Hosted by writer and entrepreneur, Jonathan Fields, this podcast aims to share stories of experts and everyday people meant to inspire listeners.

Stories connect us all and that is exactly what this podcast embodies. The Good Life Project airs twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays and you can give them a listen on their website.

13. Oprah’s SuperSoul Conversations

If you thought Oprah Winfrey has only taken over television, you are mistaken. This megastar also has her podcast called Oprah’s SuperSoul Conversations.

Aimed at helping people discover the deeper meaning of the world around them, this podcast features Oprah’s selection of her interviews with thought leaders, authors, spiritual leaders, and other well-known experts. Trust SuperSoul Conversations to help you find value and meaning during turbulent times and emerge victorious.

14. Life is a Marathon

Life surely is a marathon and motivational speaker Bruce Van Horn wants you to live it with a positive outlook, as reflected in his podcast, Life is a Marathon.

Having an utmost passion for personal development, positive thinking, and self-esteem, Bruce shares his thoughts on breaking negative thought patterns to live a life of joy and abundance through this podcast.

15. The Daily Boost

The Daily Boost has generated over 26 million downloads, making it the most popular daily motivation program. Combining personal development strategies and common sense, this podcast is anything predictable.

It presents a fun take on motivation and keeps you engrossed owing to its fresh and upbeat approach. Host and founder Scott Smith makes the show all the more entertaining with his witty wisecracks and words of wisdom that very well resonate with listeners.

16. Optimal Living Daily

Wish you had the time to read and soak up motivational content from some of the best blogs but don’t? Now, that’s why you should subscribe to Optimal Living Daily because it picks up top content from the internet and summarizes it into a 10-minute clip. Wonderful, isn’t it?

It is hosted by Justin Malik who offers daily readings covering topics such as minimalism, productivity, life-hacking techniques, and more.

With Optimal Living Daily on your list, there is no way you can miss out on inspirational content to boost your morale.

The Bottom Line

Don’t let your busy schedule bog you down and leave you demotivated. Thanks to these inspiring podcasts, you can get your daily dose of motivation wherever you may be. So, subscribe to them and keep yourself motivated to reach your goals.

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  • For mild back pain, pain-relief medicine may be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist.
  • Avoid repeated painkiller use if you have kidney disease, stomach ulcer, uncontrolled blood pressure, or are taking blood thinners.

Avoid these mistakes

  • Do not start antibiotics without a proper medical decision.
  • Do not use steroid tablets or injections casually for quick relief.
  • Do not delay emergency care because of home remedies.

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  • Back pain with leg weakness, numbness around private area, loss of urine/stool control, fever, cancer history, or major injury needs urgent care.
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Care roadmap for: 16 Best Podcasts on Motivation to Help You Reach Your Goals

Use this simple roadmap to understand the next safe steps. It is educational and does not replace examination by a doctor.

Go to emergency care if you notice:
  • Severe or rapidly worsening symptoms
  • Breathing difficulty, chest pain, fainting, confusion, severe weakness, major injury, or severe dehydration
Doctor / service to discuss: Qualified healthcare provider; specialist depends on symptoms and examination.
  1. Step 1

    Check danger signs first

    If danger signs are present, seek emergency care and do not wait for online information.

  2. Step 2

    Record the symptom story

    Write when symptoms started, severity, medicines already taken, allergies, pregnancy status, and test results.

  3. Step 3

    Visit a qualified clinician

    A doctor, nurse, or qualified healthcare provider can examine you and decide which tests or treatment are needed.

  4. Step 4

    Do only useful tests

    Do tests after clinical assessment. Avoid unnecessary tests, random antibiotics, or repeated medicines without diagnosis.

  5. Step 5

    Follow up and return early if worse

    If symptoms worsen, new warning signs appear, or treatment is not helping, return for review quickly.

Rural patient practical tips
  • Take a written symptom diary and all previous prescriptions/test reports.
  • Do not hide medicines already taken, even herbal or over-the-counter medicines.
  • Ask which warning signs mean urgent referral to hospital.

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