20 Best Pop-Culture Podcast Series You Need to Try

And That’s What You Really Missed

When I was in high school, I loved watching Glee. And That’s What You Really Missed is a recap podcast that also shares the behind the scenes stories that we don’t know. Even though there is a lot of sadness associated with Glee these days, it’s been really interesting to hear Kevin McHale and Jenna Ushkowitz share their experiences and relive the episodes. I also love the guests they have on the show and can’t wait to see who they continue to bring on as the series continues!

Back to the Beach

I have always been a reality tv show fan and I think it stems from the days of Laguna Beach and The Hills. Back to the Beach features Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti as they rewatch Laguna Beach and share their experiences. I love getting an inside look into what moments on the show are real and what may have been exaggerated. I also love that they had Lauren Conrad on the show — such a fun episode! You can watch most of the episodes on YouTube.

Drama Queens

One Tree Hill is one of my all-time favourite television shows and I’m so excited that there’s a podcast to go with it. If I could choose one podcast to listen to on this list, it’s definitely this one. Drama Queens is another recap podcast that features Sophia Bush, Hilarie Burton Morgan and Bethany Joy Lenz. I love hearing their perspective of filming the show, the things they wish they could change and just hearing about their life in general. Along with my favourite headphones, this is my go-to podcast!

Everything Iconic

I am a really big fan of watching reality tv shows on Bravo. Everything Iconic with Danny Pellegrino is such a fun podcast that talks about a lot of my favourite tv shows. But I also love that he talks about pop-culture in general. With over 500 episodes to listen to, there’s an episode for every listener to find something they’re interested in. He’s also just really entertaining to listen to!

Guilty Pleasures

I really enjoy watching The Try Guys but I don’t listen to the TryPod very often. I do really enjoy listening to Guilty Pleasures though! Each episodes focuses on a guilty pleasure tv or movie and I just love hearing their conversations — especially when it’s something I love too. This one is a perfect option for anybody who just loves pop-culture in general. You can also watch this podcast on YouTube.

I Am All In

Gilmore Girls is another one of my all-time favourite tv shows. I’ve seen the show so many times that I can practically recite the episodes. I Am All In with Scott Patterson is another recap podcast that shares behind the scenes secrets about the show. I really enjoy hearing about certain aspects that make the show what it is as well as the special guests.

Living Lizzie

If you’re looking for a nostalgic podcast to remember your childhood (especially if you’re around the same age as me) than this is the podcast for you. It’s a relatively new show so there aren’t as many episodes to catch up on. Living Lizzie features Jake Thomas and Davida Williams as they recap their experiences working on Lizzie McGuire. I absolutely loved this show and am so excited to continue with this podcast. I just can’t wait for the day that Hilary Duff joins in. As a bonus, the podcast is also filmed for YouTube and I really love watching the episodes when I have the opportunity.

MTV’s Official Challenge Podcast

My family and I really enjoying watching The Challenge. While it was a show I originally watched on my own, my parents have both started to enjoy it as well. I like listening to the episodes to hear the behind-the-scenes experiences. I also love hearing about the drama that happens too!

On Fire with Jeff Probst

On Fire with Jeff Probst is one of my new favourites and I can’t wait to catch up on some of the episodes as I drive to Florida. Since my entire family enjoys watching Survivor, we’ll enjoy listening to these episodes together. I love hearing about what happens behind the scenes on Survivor and what goes into making the show. I’ve learned so many interesting facts since listening and I can’t wait for even more episodes.

Pod Meets World

Just like Lizzie McGuire, Boy Meets World is one of my favourite childhood tv shows. Pod Meets World features Rider Strong, Danielle Fishel and Will Friedle as they talk about their experiences on the show. Yes it’s another recap podcast on this list but it’s just so much fun to revisit shows from my childhood. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube.

Rewives

I am a big fan of the Real Housewives franchise — I watch so many of them and I’m not ashamed. Rewives features Bethenny Frankel as she rewatches some of the most classic episodes. One of my favourite things about this podcast is that she doesn’t just talk about the Real Housewives of New York, but also includes classic episodes from other cities.

Scheananigans

Vanderpump Rules is my newest reality tv obsession. As someone who loves reality tv, it’s shocking to me that it’s taken me this long to finally watch the show. Since I’m loving the series, I’ve started listening to some of the cast podcasts. While I haven’t listened to every episode, I’m enjoying Scheananigans. Just like Rewives, I like that Scheana doesn’t just talk about Vanderpump Rules and she talks about other Bravo and pop-culture tv shows. You can also watch the episodes on YouTube.

Straight Up with Stassi

Straight Up with Stassi is another new podcast for me that I’m really enjoying. While I haven’t listened to every episode, I just love that she talks about everything pop-culture and I love when she does touch on Vanderpump Rules. I’m always happy when she has guests on who are from Vanderpump Rules, it’s always fun listening to them chat.

The Last of Us

After finishing The Last of Us recently, I immediately started listening to the official recap podcast. As a fan of the video game, I really enjoyed the tv adaptation. Just like the other recap podcasts on this list, it’s been really interesting to listen to everything that happens behind the scenes. It’s always so fun to be a fly on the wall and listen to everything that goes into creating a show.

Two T’s in a Pod

There’s nothing better than watching an episode of The Real Housewives. But listening to Two T’s in a Pod comes close! I love listening to Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge talk about current episodes. I also love the guests that they have. It’s always a fun time listening to their episodes.

Was it Real? The Hills Rewatch

I’ve only listened to a few episodes in this podcast because I want to finish the Laguna Beach podcast. This podcast features Brody Jenner, Audrina Patridge, Danny Delgado and Hedi montag-Pratt as they chat about their time on The Hills. Since The Hills is probably the second reality show I ever watched, I’m excited to catch up on this podcast series and hear their thoughts on making the show. You can also watch this podcast on YouTube.

Watch What Happens Live

When I’m not able to catch an episode, I love catching up on Watch What Happens Live through their podcast. I don’t listen to or watch every episode but I do tune in once and a while. I really love when Andy Cohen has celebrities that I enjoy — whether they’re a Bravo celebrity or someone else. The games played and conversations are always so humourous. Some episodes I recently enjoyed are ones with Hilary Duff, Tracy Tutor and Josh Flagg as well as Lisa Vanderpump!

Welcome to Our Show

If you’re a fan of New Girl, than you’ll love Welcome to Our Show. Zooey Deschanel, Hannah Simone and Lamorne Morris talk about their time filming New Girl. I absolutely loved watching this show and it’s been so fun to relive some the episodes with their commentary.

Welcome to the OC, Bitches!

When I started listening to podcasts, this was the first one I listened to. I love listening to Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke. They’re both just so sweet and incredibly funny. They have great guests and I just love hearing about their on set experiences. It’s coming to an end which is super sad but it’s been such a fun journey. You can also watch most of their podcast episodes on YouTube.

When Reality Hits

When I started watching Vanderpump Rules, I immediately fell in love with Brittany. She’s just incredibly charming and I love her outlook on life. When Reality Hits is a very new podcast and I’m really looking forward to listening to more episodes. It’s funny and lighthearted — the perfect podcast combination for me.