10 Inspirational Podcasts for Writers

Guest Blog Post By Angela Baker

When you need that motivational, inspirational, or productivity boost, what is your go-to solution? Maybe you want to step up your inspiration game so this is where podcasts step onto the scene. If you haven’t yet embraced the wonderful world of podcasts, now is the time.

There are tons of amazing podcasts that can spark that fire within you. Rather than surrendering to the writer’s block, test out the power of podcasts.

Listening to the tips, stories, and techniques of other writers can give you a different perspective or innovative ideas. So, without further ado, here are some of the best inspirational podcasts that every writer should know about.

1. Magic Lessons by Elizabeth Gilbert​

​The charming host of this podcast is Elizabeth Gilbert, the author of one of the must-read books “Eat, Pray, Love.” What you maybe don’t know is that she also revealed the secrets to her creative methods in the book “Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear.” Her podcast further reveals the ins and outs of the challenges that writers face.
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Elizabeth is opening the doors to her creative methods, writing struggles, ways of pursuing a writer’s goals, and much more. In addition to great tips, this podcast can make you laugh and overall fill you with positive energy. Sometimes that’s everything you need to get your mojo back.

2. The Writer Files: Writing, Productivity, Creativity and Neuroscience by Keltorn Reid

Kelton Reid, the author of this incredible podcast, confronts the mysteries of what kind of habits, techniques, and mindsets power great writers. He digs deep into their approach to productivity and creativity to single out the best advice for all the writers out there.
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Whether you need tips on how to brainstorm ideas, kill your block, or deal with remote working, you can find some useful information on this podcast. Take a sneak peek into the minds of some of the best-selling authors.
 
3. The Creative Penn by Joanna Penn

​A positive attitude, experience, and admirable mindset are what Joanna Penn brings to "The Creative Penn" podcast. As you get lost in one episode after another, you'll find every piece of information that a writer needs. Learn how to get inspired, embrace new writing techniques, and even get some advice on marketing your published book.

New episodes come out every Monday, so this podcast can be a perfect way of starting the week on a positive note. What makes this podcast especially fascinating is that you’ll be able to broaden your horizons with information on technology, industry news, and so on.

4. Between the Covers by David Naimon

“Between the Covers” is a long-form podcast featuring hour-long conversations with writers. David Naimon brings in writers from different genres to provide a choice to their listeners.
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These thrilling and informative conversations are digging deep into writers’ backgrounds, methods, and creative processes. Hearing about how these writers find inspiration and spark their creativity can give you some fresh ideas.
 
5. Write Now by Sarah Werner

In this motivational and honest podcast, Sarah Werner covers various topics from writing inspiration over best books to how to live a better life. When a dull day comes along, when nothing seems to matter, this is a podcast that can lift you up.

There is something for every writer in this podcast. You might want to fill the rainy days with positivity or find the strength to start writing a dissertation discussion chapter. That's when you need to turn on the "Write Now" podcast. Just 30 minutes of well-spoken advice can give you the energy to head to Freedom or Write! App and start typing.
 
6. Beautiful Writers Podcast by Linda Sivertsen

“Beautiful Writers” is your opportunity to listen to interviews with some of the best-selling authors such as Deepak Chopra, Brené Brown, Elizabeth Gilbert, and Cheryl Strayed just to name a few.

Get to know more about the writing processes of accomplished writers, their ups and downs, and how they spark creativity. The podcast gets up close and personal as writers share their anecdotes and how they battle with creative challenges.
 
7. Dead Robots’ Society by Justin Macumber, Paul Cooley, and Terry Mixon

Aspiring writers can find their community in this podcast created by aspiring writers. You can get insight on writing novel openings, designing book covers with the right services such as Jdandj, celebrating your milestones, and more.

Give your writing confidence a boost by joining the society of fellow writers who understand your writing woes. The awesome trio that brought this podcast to life, share their tips and experiences. They also bring some interesting guests from whom we can all learn a lot.​

8. The Drunken Odyssey with John King

John King is a writer and literary reviewer who is also the host of this great podcast. The treasures that hide behind this fun podcast title are discussions on creative writing, living the life of a writer, and finding the inspiration for creating a masterpiece.

The goal of the podcast is to provide writers with a community where they can find information on anything that their writer's mind is curious about. Therefore, you can listen to authors' advice on how to build your characters, structure a novel, but also how to find inspiration and confidence to start writing.

9. So You Want to Be a Writer by Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait

Successful journalists and authors Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait aim to demystify the path towards a writer's success. If you want to succeed as a writer you need to know how to navigate your career.

With Valerie and Allison on your side, you can learn all about publishing trends, writing techniques, and how to get your big break. Moreover, the podcast will uncover proven ways of dealing with writer’s block and getting your inspiration back on track.

10. Happier by Gretchen Rubin

This podcast isn’t designed solely for writers. However, considering that the hosts are the bestselling author Gretchen Rubin and her sister, TV writer, Elizabeth Craft, it is worthy of a writer's attention. Feeling confident and satisfied are the key ingredients for building your writing stamina.

With the practical habit-related tips that this podcast offers, you’ll be headed in the right direction towards a successful and fulfilling life. Both Gretchen and Elizabeth reveal the obstacles they had to face as writers and what kept them going. Learn from their experiences and look at their inspiring stories as lessons.

Don’t hesitate to give these podcasts a try and get a glimpse into the lives and ways of praised writers. Instead of learning from your own mistakes, you can absorb the pearls of wisdom of successful authors. Get lost in the voice of well-spoken and inspiring people who will lift your spirits and give you the strength to fight for your big break.

BIO: Angela Baker is a writer, editor, and proofreader. She is always seeking to discover new ways for personal and professional growth and is convinced that it's always important to broaden the horizons. That's why Angela develops and improves her skills throughout various writing projects. Her biggest aspiration is to inspire people to pursue their dream of being a writer.