As most of Australia slowly but surely starts to go back to normal life, many are back on commutes into the office and are looking for ways to keep our brains stimulated during this time. Or, you’re walking around your neighbourhood a lot more, and have some listening time.
If you’re somebody who is always keen to learn more about the world, you probably use your commute as a way to keep learning, whether it’s through audiobooks, podcasts, or the news.
Fortunately, there is a seemingly never ending supply of resources online to keep our brains at work.
To make it easy for you, we’ve collated seven of the most entertaining and educational podcasts you should be listening to so you can make the most of this spare time (and for those still working from home, these stories sound just as good while taking a walk through the park or lounging on the sofa).
Get your daily fix of random education from experts around the world through the Ted Talks Daily podcast. Leaders and industry experts from all walks of life share their experiences and knowledge on various subjects, so that by the time you’ve made it to work you’re almost an expert yourself. Ted Talks are known for being some of the most interesting and informative conversations and discussions from leaders around the world, and now you can access these life-changing lessons easily on your way to work.
The Scholars podcast is a series of interviews featuring Australians scholars from the General Sir John Monash Foundation. Each episode provides an insight into the lives of the scholars and their experiences completing postgraduate studies at some of the most prestigious universities in the world. Hosted by media veteran, Justin Kelly, The Scholars offers insightful and interesting knowledge about academia, business, science, humanities, and the arts from some of Australia’s most impressive academic travellers.
No such thing as a fish is an award-winning podcast from the writers of BBC QI offices where each week they discuss the best new pieces of information that they’ve found out throughout the week. Prepare to simultaneously have your mind blown and a good laugh at some of the outrageous and informative news shared on this brilliant podcast.
ABC Conversations, hosted by Richard Fidler lets you spend an hour on your commute to work in someone else’s life, learning about some of the most significant and powerful figures in society and history. These conversations, often with leading researchers and experts give you an in-depth understanding and education into the lives of many people you may have heard of, giving you a proper look into their lives and their impact on the world today.
Listen Money Matters is for those who are looking to get ahead of the financial game and stay on top of their finances, while enjoying life along the way. Featuring a range of informative interviews, this podcast acts as a personal finance resource to help you understand and manage your money without being tedious, boring or hard to understand.
The lady-brains podcast is a female run, female hosted podcast that gives you all your need-to-know information on what it is to be a female founder and entrepreneur. Hosts Caitlin Judd and Anna Mackenzie chat to the world’s most exciting female entrepreneurs who offer world-class insight on how to navigate the world of business as a female founder, answering all your questions and sharing first hand experiences.
Motley Fool Money is a smart, cool headed and down to earth wrap on the latest finance and investing news brought to you by the Motley Fool, a private financial and investing advice company. Financial experts Scott Phillips and Anirban Mahanti give you an understanding of the world of finance, the current financial market and all your need-to-know basics for you to make educated and profitable financial investments.
