Progressive Podcasts

Updated May 1, 2024

Several personalities have reported on Progressive Podcasts. We put together 25 of the best ones.

Best of the Left - Progressive Politics and Culture, Curated by Humans, Not Algorithms

Best of the Left is a podcast that curates progressive politics and culture, bringing listeners the best progressive talk radio and podcasts from around the world. The show's host, Jay Tomlinson, helps listeners to gain a better understanding of the progressive movement by providing commentary, analysis and opinion on current events, politics and culture. The podcast also features interviews with experts, activists and authors from all sides of the political spectrum. Best of the Left strives to provide unbiased, comprehensive and thoughtful coverage of the progressive movement and the issues it seeks to address.

#PoliticsAF Show! ON THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL w/#Trista4SenateGov&Prez! #comedy #music #politics #art

On this episode of the #PoliticsAF Show, host Trista di Genova interviews two special guests: Trista4SenateGov and Prez! They discuss their experiences on the campaign trail, and how they are using comedy, music, politics, and art to connect with the public and build support for their respective campaigns. They also share tips and advice to help other candidates reach their political goals. The episode concludes with a discussion of Trista's campaign for the Arizona State Mine Inspector position, and how listeners can get involved and show their support.

The Prog Report

The Prog Report is a weekly podcast that focuses on progressive rock and metal music. Hosted by Sean Lang and James Moore, the podcast features interviews with various artists and music industry professionals, as well as reviews, news, and commentary. The Prog Report is also home to the popular Prog Report Radio, which highlights new progressive music from around the world. In addition, the Prog Report runs the Prog Report Awards, an annual awards ceremony that recognizes the best in prog music.

Progressive Palaver

Progressive Palaver is a podcast that explores progressive politics and culture. Hosted by Salima Hamirani and Mike Fox, the podcast aims to engage its listeners in conversations that provoke thought and consideration of important progressive issues. Each week, the podcast features different guests who come from diverse backgrounds and bring a wide range of perspectives to the table. Episodes cover topics such as public education, the incarceration rate of black and brown people, racism, and the environment. Through these conversations, Progressive Palaver hopes to encourage its listeners to think more critically about the state of our world and the systems that create it.

Majority 54

In this episode of Majority 54 from the Wonder Media Network, host M. K. Paulsen interviews Jotaka Eaddy, the Senior Vice President of Policy and Government Relations at the NAACP. Eaddy discusses her career, the current state of civil rights, and the importance of exercising one's right to vote. She speaks about the power of collective action and the need for a unified approach to fighting systemic injustice and inequality. Eaddy also shares her thoughts on the role of technology in advancing civil rights, and how the NAACP is working to ensure equitable access to technology. Through this informative conversation, Eaddy encourages everyone to get out and vote and to make their voices heard.

Work in Progress with Sophia Bush

In this episode of Work in Progress with Sophia Bush, Sophia talks to the CEO of The Skimm, the media and technology company, Carrie Carney. They discuss the journey that has led Carrie to her current success and the challenges she has faced along the way. Carrie shares her experiences of launching her own business and what it takes to build a successful company. They also discuss the importance of creating a diverse workplace and the importance of creating an inclusive culture. They close out the conversation by discussing the importance of self-care and how to prioritize it in today’s world.