The 11 Best Health and Wellness Podcasts to Transform Your Life

It’s time to conquer 2026 with help from the experts.

by:
Matt Simeone
January 2, 2026

It’s time to conquer 2026 with help from the experts. From mindfulness and motivation to physical fitness and sexual health, we’re sharing our picks for the 11 best health and wellness podcasts for this year. Check out our list featuring podcasts from Mel Robbins, Trevor Noah, Dr. Laura, and more below.

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Top Health & Wellness Podcasts

The Mel Robbins Podcast

Hosted by bestselling author Mel Robbins, this podcast empowers listeners with practical tools to break unhelpful thought patterns and take action. Mel’s direct, no-nonsense style delivers motivational guidance on topics like confidence, anxiety, and productivity.

What Now? with Trevor Noah

While not strictly a self-improvement show, Trevor Noah’s podcast blends sharp cultural commentary with reflective, humorous insights about modern life. Trevor’s conversations with thinkers, authors, and creators encourage listeners to expand their perspectives and challenge assumptions.

The Skinny Confidential Him And Her Show

Lauryn Bosstick and Michael Bosstick co-host this podcast that blends lifestyle, wellness, and personal development with candid conversations about relationships, fitness, business, and beauty. Their chemistry and authenticity make tough topics feel approachable, fun, and actionable — perfect for listeners who want self-improvement with personality.

We Can Do Hard Things

Hosted by Glennon Doyle, this podcast was born from the idea that vulnerability is strength. Glennon and her guests dive deep into topics like grief, addiction, love, and resilience. Their honest, unfiltered discussions help normalize the hard parts of life and encourage emotional growth and healing.

Heal, Survive & Thrive!

This podcast focuses on holistic emotional, physical, and mental wellness. With expert guests from psychology, nutrition, and spiritual practices, each episode offers tools and stories for navigating trauma, stress, body image, and self-care. It’s a supportive space for anyone committed to healing and thriving.

The Jamie Kern Lima Show

Entrepreneur and author Jamie Kern Lima brings inspiring conversations with leaders in business, science, wellness, and creativity. This show is all about elevating your mindset, unlocking your potential, and bridging the gap between ambition and fulfillment. Jamie’s curiosity and upbeat energy make each episode feel like a powerful personal growth seminar.

10% Happier with Dan Harris

After a national news anchor suffered an on-air panic attack, Dan Harris set out on a personal exploration of mindfulness, meditation, and mental clarity. His podcast combines humor and humility with expert insights on emotional resilience, meaning, and attention training.

The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

Based on the Yale psychology course “The Science of Well-Being,” Dr. Laurie Santos breaks down what scientific research tells us about happiness, and what it doesn’t. Each episode explores evidence-based habits and mindsets to help listeners boost well-being, challenge common myths, and make meaningful life changes.

The School of Greatness

Hosted by Lewis Howes, this podcast dives into inspiring conversations with athletes, entrepreneurs, authors, and thought leaders. Focused on achieving excellence in all areas of life – mental, physical, emotional, and financial – this show provides motivation, storytelling, and tactical takeaways to help you build your best life.

The Dr. Laura Podcast

Dr. Laura Berman blends expert advice on intimacy, relationships, and sexual health with thoughtful conversations about emotional wellbeing. Her experience as a therapist gives this podcast depth in understanding human connection and encourages listeners to build healthier relationships — with others and themselves.

Creating Confidence with Heather Monahan

Entrepreneur and confidence coach Heather Monahan offers bold, uplifting episodes focused on rising above self-doubt and living unapologetically. Through personal stories and interviews with high-achievers, Heather teaches listeners to challenge fear, embrace ambition, and create the confidence needed to pursue big goals.



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