Best 60 True Stories Podcasts

Since its launch in 1997, The Moth has presented thousands of true stories, told live and without notes, to standing-room-only crowds worldwide. Moth storytellers stand alone, under a spotlight, with only a microphone and a roomful of strangers. The storyteller and the audience embark on a high-wire act of shared experience which is both terrifying and exhilarating. more

StoryCorps mission is to reserve and share humanity's stories in order to build connections between people and create a more just and compassionate world.The podcast is about stories from people of all backgrounds and beliefs. more

Inspired by the classic radio broadcasts of Paul Harvey, 'True Stories' episodes are short vignettes (averaging five minutes in length) featuring strange, compelling, and entertaining human stories from our past and present. more

Grandpa Hill's Stories are told by Grandpa Hill, usually with a live audience of one or more of his twenty two grand children. Each story is based on his memory of what truly happened to him.Marshmallow and his friend Gorf, often review the story from their perspectives as a raccoon and a frog. They hope that by them talking about the story it will help the listeners, young and old, to talk to each other about their thoughts and experiences. Lessons are learned, as we laugh (or cry) and listen to Grandpa Hill's stories. more

True stories taken from the lives of the men and women who helped lay the foundation of our great country, These stories are about the values of honor, honesty, love, valor, integrity, honoring womenhood, the dignity of hard work, love of country, etc. These stories used to be taught in every school in our land and our children grew up with a deep abiding knowledge and love of country and were brim-full of all of the other values that ruled the lives of our founding Fathers.Fun, funny, and sometimes sad or sobering as told by 'Uncle Sam', who was really there, could tell them. more

Multi award winning documentaries from Ireland telling real life stories. With over 1,800 documentaries on offer, the Documentary On One Podcast has the largest archive of documentaries available in the world, dating as far back as 1954, right up to the present day. Winner of over 340 national and international awards. Latest podcast series, 'The Nobody Zone'. Immerse yourself in a world of sound, story and character. more

BITE-SIZE PERSONAL STORIES OF SURVIVING LIFE CHANGING EXPERIENCES: Hosted by Luke Colson and Kyle Wise, we feature weekly guests and explore extreme personal life changing experiences and the journey emotional and physical recovery. Each guest discusses their story of how their lives were turned upside down, by unexpected events. Stories like surviving a car crash, surviving abuse, being paralyzed in an accident, witnessing a crime.. and many more! more

This American Life is a weekly public radio show, heard by 2.2 million people on more than 500 stations. Another 1.5 million people download the weekly podcast. Each week we choose a theme and put together different kinds of stories on that theme. more

Imagine yourself seated in your favorite pub. A map lying out on the old wooden table. Whiskey liberally poured into your glass. Your guest places a finger on the map and begins 'there I was'. These are true stories from expeditions and adventures as told by those who lived them. Hosted by Adventure Photo-Journalist Michael J. Reinhart. more

Our podcast features the outrageous, funny, and heartwarming true stories told by your friends and neighbors at Valley Voices Story Slam events throughout western Massachusetts. Valley Voices Story Slam is presented by New England Public Media and the Academy of Music Theatre. more

First-hand true stories - a plane crash, a mass shooting, a bear attack, a train derailing, and more. The guest tells us exactly what happened, and answers the question, What Was That Like? more

First-person diaries, sound portraits, and hidden chapters of history from Peabody Award-winning producer Joe Richman and the Radio Diaries team. From teenagers to octogenarians, prisoners to prison guards, bra saleswomen to lighthouse keepers. more

True miracle stories with the thrill you crave and the inspiration you need.

Have you ever locked eyes with a stranger and wondered, 'What's their story?' Step into someone else's life and expect the unexpected. Extraordinary stories from around the world. more

The Opportunist tells true stories of regular people who turn sinister by embracing opportunity. How does an everyday person turn into a thief, a scammer or a cult leader? Perhaps the most dangerous person is the one who appears the most normal. Perhaps there is a dark potential lurking inside all of us that is just waiting for the right opportunity to emerge. The Opportunist is an original podcast hosted by Hannah Smith. more

Filmmaker Tiller Russell (Waco: American Apocalypse, Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer, Operation Odessa, The Last Narc, The Seven Five) exchanges the camera for a microphone, sitting down with other documentary filmmakers for riveting, in-depth conversations about their most successful, iconic or recent films. more

Each week we choose a theme. Then anything can happen. This American Life is true stories that unfold like little movies for radio. Personal stories with funny moments, big feelings, and surprising plot twists. Newsy stories that try to capture what it's like to be alive right now. It's the most popular weekly podcast in the world, and winner of the first ever Pulitzer Prize for a radio show or podcast. more

This is the show that seeks to strengthen communities by connecting people through stories. Hosted by J.R. Jamison, each episode's theme is explored through a variety of engaging avenues, from performances of stories from different points-of-view collected using The Facing Project's non-profit story sharing model, to interviews with storytellers exploring complex topics we all face. more

True stories of the most extreme wild animal attacks ever documented, told and explained by Wes Larson, a wildlife biologist and animal behavior expert. Wes is joined by his brother Jeff and their mutual friend Mike, and in each episode the three pour over the details of animals attacks and explain how listeners can avoid these kinds of dangerous encounters, and learn a new appreciation for the wild things of the world more

Where advocates harness the power of storytelling to build community with their peers and hope to develop empathy in others. A team of disability advocates creates this True Tales podcast to share personal stories by disabled storytellers and add their voices to the growing community of podcast listeners. more

The Drag: Stories showcases excellent audio storytelling from students at the University of Texas at Austin.

This is the true story of Georgia Durante, an All-Americanbeauty, once named 'Kodak Girl' as the most photographedmodel in the world, who moves to New York and becomes aMob wife and getaway driver for the Gambino crime family.Then, as a means to save her daughter and escape herabusive marriage and criminal ties, she moves to Los Angeleswith $7 in her pocket, reinventing herself as Hollywood's first more

Humans are resilient. In our toughest moments, we will fight, we will struggle, and we will triumph...often against the odds. In this immersive series from Wondery, host-adventurers Mike Corey and Cassie De Pecol will share thrilling stories of survival. From the daring rescue of a soccer team trapped in an underwater cave in Thailand, to a woman taken hostage by Somali pirates, these stories made headlines around the world. AGAINST THE ODDS will make you feel as though you're living these experiences with our heroes as they push themselves to their limits.New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery subscribers. Listen ad-free on Wondery or on Amazon Music with a Prime membership or Amazon Music Unlimited subscription. more

Welcome to the Forgotten News podcast. This is your window to hear true stories from long ago. Stories that once made headlines. Stories that people thought would be unforgettable, but soon were lost in the sands of time, or were buried deep in the dustbin of history. In this podcast, we brush off the sand and dust, and share those stories with you, today as fresh as when they were first told. more

The Raw Truth - sharing authentic stories to normalize conversations around grief, trauma and mental health. Join Harriet as she speaks with other rural New Zealander's who have raw and honest stories to share. The shocking, emotional reality of life is confronted as they speak up about the 'raw truths' in their lives. Unburying things that traditionally we sweep under the rug and avoid confronting. more

True ghost stories from the UK by Clem Dallaway

What is it like to face death and make it out alive? Based on the groundbreaking A&E television series, I Survived documents harrowing stories of human endurance. In their own words, survivors recall how they overcame unbelievable circumstances that changed their lives forever. more

From murderers to missionaries and actors to athletes, people from all walks of life have life-changing encounters with God. Listen to them share their stories here. more

Spend an hour in someone else's life. Conversations draws you deeper into the life story of someone you may have heard about, but never met. more

Each week Hollywood's most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in July 2023 and has over 800 episodes recorded. Christine Blackburn is the creator, host and producer of Story Worthy, Story Smash the Storytelling Game Show, and My Life in 3 Songs exclusively on Spotify. Listen to the entire episode wherever you hear podcasts. If you get a chance, will you please give Story Worthy 5 stars and a good review on Apple Podcasts? more

True stories told before a live audience in Hong Kong. It's better than drama, it's better than comedy, it's real life. more

Each episode of The Way I Heard It is a true story about a real person, place, or thing. With respect to the facts, I try to be as accurate as possible. However, the Internet is full of conflicting accounts, and it's entirely possible you might hear me say something about a person or an event that contradicts something you heard or read elsewhere. If so, feel free to bring any discrepancy to my attention. Just remember I'm not wrong. It's just the way I heard it. more

Spend an hour in someone else's life. 'Conversations with Richard Fidler' draws you deeper into the life story of someone you may have heard about but never met. more

Snap Judgment (Storytelling, with a BEAT) mixes real stories with killer beats to produce cinematic, dramatic, kick-ass radio. Snap's raw, musical brand of storytelling dares listeners to see the world through the eyes of another. more

A grassroots podcast dedicated to the sometimes serious and often humorous stories from wild places.

Up and Vanished is an investigative true crime podcast hosted by Atlanta filmmaker Payne Lindsey. Up and Vanished aims to tell compelling, true stories and give these cases the exposure they deserve. more

Reporter Madeleine Baran examines the case of Curtis Flowers, who has been tried six times for the same crime. In the Dark is an investigative podcast from APM Reports. more

Hear the incredible real stories behind the making of the biggest documentary series & films on Netflix. Host Rebecca Lavoie leads in-depth interviews with creators and subjects, exploring how these stories are produced & their impact, while uncovering new information. New episodes every Wednesday. more

If you love documentary films, hear from the top storytellers on Pure Nonfiction. Host Thom Powers is well-connected in this world as a documentary curator for the Toronto International Film Festival, DOC NYC, and SundanceNow Doc Club. He leads conversations that are frank, funny, and revealing. Listen to interviews with Oscar-winning filmmakers Barbara Kopple, Alex Gibney, and Roger Ross Williams; as well as the directors of 'Making a Murderer,' 'Weiner' and 'OJ: Made in America.' more

TRUE Scary Stories, REAL Ghost Stories, and CREEPY Animal and Cryptid Sightings. This is Darkness Prevails, a horror podcast that specializes in giving you nightmares. With non-stop horror stories, you can finally die happy and afraid. Just remember, this world is a strange one! more

What if you were trafficked into a cult...or were mauled by a grizzly bear...or were stabbed 27 times by a serial killer - what would you do? This is Actually Happening brings you extraordinary true stories of life-changing events told by the people who lived them. From a man who woke up in the morgue to a woman stranded in a Mexican desert fighting to survive, these stories will have you on the edge of your seat waiting to hear what happens next. New episodes come out every Tuesday for free. more

People are seeing something in the woods and there are too many reports for this to be ignored. Join us every Sunday night as we discuss recent Sasquatch sightings, encounters, and talk to Bigfoot eyewitnesses. Listen as we speak with researchers, witnesses, and investigators to unravel the mystery of Bigfoot. Every week we will also bring you the latest Bigfoot news and information. more

Stories of the human heart. A candid, unscripted conversation between two people about what's really important in life: love, loss, family, friendship. When the world seems out of hand, tune in to StoryCorps and be reminded of the things that matter most. more

Sharing stories and experiences of Australians who have been through the Adoption and Foster Care system. The stories are sometimes complex and tackle difficult issues which span over 50 plus years. From children that have been in an under-resourced system to Australia's traumatic history of forced adoptions and the stolen generations. My Unknown Truth is hosted by Nadia Levett who was born and raised in Australia and is a child of Adoption. more

On Rumble Strip, you'll hear from artists and criminals, taxidermists and soccer moms, lawyers and waitresses. Erica Heilman invites herself into people's homes to find out what they know, what they hate, who they love, what they're afraid of, and what makes them more like you than you'd realized. These are vivid stories of the everyday. more

Spooked features true-life supernatural stories, told firsthand by people who can barely believe it happened themselves. Be afraid. Created in the dark of night, by Snap Judgment and WNYC Studios. WNYC Studios is a listener-supported producer of other leading podcasts, including Radiolab. more

Creepy TRUE stories of paranormal phenomena of all types. Ghost stories, UFO, cryptids, and more! This feed reflects the last 90 days of content, Jim Harold's Campfire has been in production since 2009 with over 390 episodes. True ghost stories, hauntings, life after death stories, and more. Hosted by Jim Harold. more

True horror stories were written by those that made it out alive. First-person accounts narrated and produced by Andrew Tate in an anthology of terror and suspense. more

1 phone call. 1 hour. No names. No holds barred. That's the premise behind Beautiful Stories from Anonymous People, hosted by comedian Chris Gethard. Every week, Chris opens the phone line to one anonymous caller, and he can't hang up first, no matter what. From shocking confessions and family secrets to philosophical discussions and shameless self-promotion, anything can and will happen! Theme song by Shellshag. more

Real people, real stories, stirring dramatic accounts of hopelessness and the hope that changes everything. These are UNSHACKLED! Audio Dramas, with the award-winning storytelling that's been unique to UNSHACKLED! Ministries for more than 70 years but this time, with a behind-the-scenes look. So join us as we dramatize true stories of transformation and share lesser-known details that have made us the longest-running audio drama in history. more

In the UK, there are more than 100,000 strokes every year. That's one stroke every 5 minutes. It is usually sudden and can be a devastating illness - and so on the Stroke Stories podcast, we've been seeking out inspiring stories of stroke survivors. We hear their stories about their struggles, what drove them forward, and how they look back on their stroke now they're on the road to recovery. So join us in hearing these inspirational stories of strength, determination, and progress against all the odds. more

Welcome to the Recovery Stories podcast, bringing you stories of hope, healing, and triumph over adversity, addictions, mental health struggles, trauma, and dysfunctional family systems. Our courageous storytellers have chosen to live their journey out loud in order to show others that they don't have to suffer in silence. more

In 2020, Kristen moved from Austin to San Diego to be near family and start her life over after a life-shattering workplace trauma. A few months later she had that terrifying moment in the shower we all hope we never have. Breast Cancer Stories follows Kristen Vengler, a 56-year-old single empty nester in San Diego, from her diagnosis of hormone-positive breast cancer through chemotherapy, mastectomy & breast reconstruction, radiation, and whatever happens after that. This podcast is about what happens when you have breast cancer, told in real-time. more

Hosted by Laura Cathcart Robbins, a writer and a recovery thriver and survivor, Laura found herself in an all too familiar position. In September 2018, she was the only black woman in the room at Brave Magic, a famed writer's retreat. After it was over, she wrote about her 'only one' experience in The Huffington Post and comments started flooding into her DM. more

Helen and Olga are kindly old ladies who open their hearts and wallets to down-and-out men in Los Angeles. In a city named for angels, the two women seem heaven-sent. After one of the men is killed by a hit-and-run driver and then another suffers the same fate investigators uncover a horrifying and twisted plot that stuns even the most seasoned detectives. All six episodes of this chilling podcast from Keith Morrison and Dateline are available now. more

Where Police, Veterans and Firefighters get together and tell each other their War Stories.