Sociology General Podcasts

Learn with me as I get educated on topics that matter. From talking about social justice issues to environmental concerns, my hope is to learn about conscious living in a sustainable way through interviews with cool people who I consider experts on these topics. With new episodes releasing every Thursday, The Enlighten Me podcast is […]

The University of Oxford is home to an impressive range and depth of research activities in the Humanities. TORCH | The Oxford Research Centre in the Humanities is a major new initiative that seeks to build on this heritage and to stimulate and support research that transcends disciplinary and institutional boundaries. Here we feature some […]

A nuanced and balanced look at the forces that unite and separate us as a society. Thoughtful conversations that touch on the psychology of political, moral, and spiritual thought

KUNO is the platform for humanitarian knowledge exchange in the Netherlands. Our podcasts bring the most interesting seminars, debates and trainings of KUNO, and they cover various humanitarian topics. Stay tuned!

Intelligent thinking for turbulent times, from New Humanist magazine and the Rationalist Association. Interviews with writers, researchers and academics who speak to our age – on subjects including religion, belief, race, politics, sex, technology, science, work and more. Hosted by New Humanist editor Samira Shackle, deputy editor Niki Seth-Smith, and series producer Alice Bloch.

Where We’ve Been, a podcast exploring Charlotte, North Carolina’s oldest African American communities. How they were founded, important events, the residents who live there and how they are changing. We’ll look at the housing situation in Charlotte is now and analyze its past.

Hello everyone, I’m Vivian, and welcome to the podcast, Wait, There’s More. This is the podcast where every episode, you and I will meet a new guest, and these guests will help us understand something we might think we know well about, but maybe we don’t. Throughout the podcast, our guests will be answering some […]

Change your thinking and watch your world change. Yesterday is like a cashed/cancelled check. No one drives “forward” looking at the “rear view” mirror. What we do today, shapes our tomorrow. Let’s get to work!!. For more information, please visit our website www.worldblackinitiative.net

She Speaks Too is a podcast that shares the stories of African Americans who have made an impact in their communities: historically, economically and educationally from the South Carolina Low Country and around the world!

join shan’tel and samantha as they sit down at the dinner table to discuss trending news, food, arts, local events and health.

A show about what connects us hosted by Jakob Lewis and Cariad Harmon. Call the Neighbors “reverse complaint line” and tell us what you like about your neighbors 615-601-1411. Join “The Neighborhood” on Patreon. This episode was produced for the Goethe-Institut’s Big Ponder project and edited by William Gilcher. To learn more about neighbors visit […]

MakeLifeClick is exploring a life-affirming alternative to mainstream social media. Established upon a foundation of trust and accountability, MakeLifeClick will become a ‘social centre-point’ – a co-operative connecting a network of people and partners who are committed to transforming people’s wellbeing, both online and offline…. ————————————————————— Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Diego, Yoselin, and Yesenia have been friends for decades. Their conversations about their unique Mexican and American experiences turned into an idea to start a podcast. Grab a cafecito y un pan dulce and listen in.

SoMetro News SMN is dedicated to providing straight forward news, engaging talk shows and informational documentaries and series to listeners around the world. SMN will continue to produce shows to educate and inform listeners around the world about some of the injustice, brutality and corruption that is present in law enforcement, government and business organizations. […]

Exploring various issues around America and the world. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/otherthanmedia/support

John and Zoya talking about their lives.

Hopeful Hoosier is a podcast featuring Indiana citizens who are overcoming adversity and creating a hopeful future in America’s heartland.

Since 1982, Colorado UpLift has been developing youth with a vision of building up new generations of urban leaders. But UpLift’s passion for leadership and community transformation doesn’t end with its students. Join Joe Sanders (UpLift’s CEO) and Brian Stamer (COO) as they interview leaders from across the Denver area to learn how they overcome […]

Karen Colligan, an expert in People Development, shares what she has learned in her 20+ years of creating, delivering and leading innovative people initiatives. Karen’s matter-of-fact and inspirational style will motivate you to immediately put her tips and ideas into place. John Kane, Head of Commercial Training and Development at Sun Pharma. John shares his […]

That hyphen in the phrase “Mexican-American” may look small, but it’s actually a vast landscape of culture and identity, that hyphen is us, CHICANOS. Join me Raza as we explore this rich and chingon place. Honesto, vulgar, and motivational. Proud to be part of the My Grito Industries label celebrating Chicano culture via música, arte, […]

Leigh Crenshaw-Player and Mr. Intrigue have decided to combine their respective knowledge bases of mysticism and science to makes sense of the senseless or at the very least find ways to take care of ourselves while we fight for a more equitable world. Our weekly nerdy rants explore politics, sexuality, class, race, superheroes and so […]

Pistol Pete aka “King of Rikers Island” interviews real life prisoners and celebs that have done hard time and shares his personal experiences along with his guests amazing stories of how they survived and persevered. This should inspire Americas youth to avoid the same trappings and mistakes and understand that nothing is worth doing the […]

The conversation that gives a conscience to capitalism and puts racism on blast in a way you’ve never heard before.

Join digital product designer and “professional amateur” Ben Hernandez for deep conversations, fact-filled prose and when appropriate a rant or two on topics ranging from Design to technology to mental health.

This podcast tells stories from the Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program, an international educational program with an innovative pedagogical approach tailored to effectively facilitate dialogue across difference. It originated as a means of bringing together campus-based college students with incarcerated students for a semester-long course held in a prison, jail or other correctional setting. This podcast […]

Black Lives Texas is a podcast by the Institute for Urban Policy Research and Analysis at UT Austin, also known as IUPRA. Hosted by Ricardo Lowe and Tracie Lowe this series discusses the impact of COVID-19 on vulnerable communities in Austin, specifically in education. The pandemic has exposed pre-existing inequities and this podcast is talking […]

Exploring anthroposophy in the modern world through interviews, conversations, and explorations. The official podcast of the Anthroposophical Society in America. (Goetheanum Photo credit: Anne Weise)

More Than A Felon is a show designed to broadcast the positive nature of ex-felons reentry back into society. Their stories are stories of success that the media and local law enforcement fail to highlight to members of the community. More Than A Felon will give its listeners a different ideology and perspective of ex-felons […]

The Anthropocene is the current geological age, in which human activity has profoundly shaped the planet and its biodiversity. On The Anthropocene Reviewed, #1 New York Times bestselling author John Green (The Fault in Our Stars, Turtles All the Way Down) reviews different facets of the human-centered planet on a five-star scale. WNYC Studios is […]

We all have a role to play in developing the world we want but there’s often a disconnect between what we say we believe and what we embody. This podcast explores the field of somatics and mindfulness to show us a way to heal, take accountability, and co-create The World We Want. Episode citations, handouts, […]

Ever wonder what’s being discussed in an all woman group chat…here’s your free access. Woman discussing every topic imaginable

Two and a half Asian friends — Ann, Chris, and Thai — come from very different flavors of the Asian American experience. They explore their pasts growing up Asian in the Western world, how that influences their place in the day-to-day of an overwhelmingly white culture, and hopefully figure out a thing or two about […]

This podcast series, Preparing for Profound Change, explores the shifting global landscape. Economic collapse, climate chaos, political upheaval – these may seem like forces to fear, but in fact offer us deep opportunities for transformation. A post-carbon, post-capitalist world calls for deep awakening and action at all levels – by individuals, communities and societies. What […]

Podcast on black culture hosted by two Londoners Kaeshelle Rianne & Helena Scotland – a safe space for people to share life experiences and discover opportunities to experience life. #SongOfTheWeek playlist available on Spotify.

A review of books ranging from political science, philosophy, and history.

Responding to a need for queer, intergenerational connections and spaces, The Youth/Elders Podcast features personal stories, lived histories, and candid conversations between queer youth, queer elders, and lots of folks in between. Episodes touch on everything from identity and relationships to activism and community spaces (then and now). Hosted and curated by Naomi Bain, Bear […]

Every episode focuses on a different famous mythological figure. Through atmospheric story-telling we learn the condensed origins of folklore tales from all over the world, and also take a look at varying interpretations, cultural differences, and how the stories have influenced other media. Hosted by Bob Shoy. Contact at fiveminutefolklore@gmail.com ————————————————————— Hosted on Acast. See […]

Judgement free zone discussing social issues and real life scenarios. We’re the voice of the People.

A podcast that examines ideas and highlights people who drive the movement to end the evils of systemic racism, systemic poverty, the war economy, ecological devastation, and the false moral narratives of religious nationalism in Arkansas.

The In Other News Podcast is a safe, communal space to discuss business ventures, community projects and topical issues. We bring Black British stories to life in an inspirational, intelligent, informative and humorous way. *please note, all views expressed on the In Other News podcast are representative of those featured and not solely representative of […]

Lena Dunham hosts this podcast miniseries about friendship, love, work, bodies and more.

A podcast about something Americans don’t like to talk about–economic class. No matter where we fall on the economic ladder, everyone has a story.

a space where we invite black identities to share there thoughts, experiences, and endeavors that’ll push the collective forward.

What’s Next?! serves to equip listeners with tools that support mind-body[-spirit] health & skill development to produce a collaborative team of problem solvers aimed at co-creating innovative, sustainable solutions for the most critical challenges facing society.

The B. Real podcast is where we will keep it real on social issues, history, news, faith, and everything in between. It’s your one-stop podcast with thought-provoking talk and real content. Enjoy the ride with me and keep your hands up! Please follow the podcast on instagram @b.real_podcast and Facebook B. REAL Podcast Support this […]

What is the nature of the current zeitgeist? In other words, what are the intellectual, cultural, and spiritual currents that are most salient in our present age? The more important follow-up question though is: How can one develop a worldview that is relatively independent and thus not merely a product of this “Spirit of the […]

Interview and discussion on conformity and our inquiry question.

The McLuhan Institute exists to explore and understand the personal and social effects and implications of technology, following the pioneering work of Marshall McLuhan. Subscribe to TMI Newsletter for all updates: https://mcluhaninstitute.substack.com/welcome

Five women with Five perspectives having Real Conversations, from the Inside Out

Common Sense is a podcast that is about the controversies of the times. Suggestions and solutions are offered as common sense. Common sense is not common.

Sold in America is an eight-episode journey into the world of selling sex in the United States. Hosted by journalist and activist Noor Tagouri, this deeply personal, deeply reported series takes listeners across the country to meet the human faces of this billion-dollar trade – and uncovers its surprising misconceptions.

Constructive dialogue about social issues at the intersection of race, violence, and medicine.

In this intensely divided moment, one of the few things everyone still seems to agree on is Dolly Parton—but why? That simple question leads to a deeply personal, historical, and musical rethinking of one of America’s great icons. Join us for a 9-episode journey into the Dollyverse. Hosted by Jad Abumrad. Produced and reported by […]

Detained is a podcast produced by Champloo Media. Hosted by Arish Rivers, Detained is a criminal justice podcast that seeks to examine real experiences from every perspective. Search for Detained wherever you listen to podcasts and subscribe to never miss and episode. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/detained/support

The Story podcast is dedicated to our finest audio documentaries, investigations and long form stories

Wes shares exactly what he thinks is so interesting. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dykwitii/support

In America there are a lot of things that keep us all divided instead of United. Are we as united as we think? Is it our upbringing that keeps us divided? Is it our peers? Let’s find a common ground on our beliefs and what we should be doing about our differences. We often struggle […]

Three Asians talk about issues impacting the Asian American Pacific Islander community and their own personal issues but only two of them get to drink.

The Other Story is podcast about the stories we live by. Each episode, we will examine a dominant narrative in our society and ask how it came to be, how it might be changed, and the role the entertainment industry has played in reinforcing or deconstructing it. You can find a transcription of each show […]

A late night talk show exploring the power of words and how our understanding of them can impact our views on the world, society and ourselves. Hosts Lumyr D, and Shari D also share news and their views on the culture around them.