These days, podcasts remain the holy grail for informing, inspiring, and enlightening audiences with a variety of topics. Whether seeking out self-help guidance, excursions through history, or good old celebrity gossip, there is an episode that will satisfy any listener’s taste for engaging content. We have rounded up a list of the most informative and entertaining podcasts to add to your queue now.

For one-on-one candid conversations with the likes of Lady Gaga, Alicia Keys, and Gwyneth Paltrow:

The Conversation with Amanda de Cadenet

For getting curious about anything and everything:

Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness

For navigating the trillion-dollar wellness industry:

Poog with Kate Berlant and Jacqueline Novak

For cultural commentary on the current intersections of pop culture, sex, and stigma:

Forbidden Fruits with Julia Fox and Niki Takesh

For a weekly update on world events through a cosmic lens:

Hex and the City

For female-focused in-depth conversations about the economy, health, politics, education, and the environment:

Our Body Politic

For figuring out the dating scene:

Why Won’t You Date Me? with Nicole Byer

For the triumphs and tribulations of everyday life:

The Jann Arden Podcast