Podcasts or Videos: What's Your Go-To for Financial Knowledge?

On average, Americans now tune into seven different podcasts each week.

Why do you usually listen to podcasts?

More and more people are listening to podcasts, especially during their work commutes or while working. Podcasts have no barriers—just listening can help you pick up new knowledge.

Some say they listen to podcasts to bridge information gaps and explore the unknown. If you stick to video platforms with “recommended for you” algorithms, the scope of content you encounter might be more limited.

Do you usually use podcasts or YouTube to tune into podcast programs?

Podcasts are no longer just for listening—some can be watched as well. In fact, in the US, nearly one-third of regular podcast listeners go to YouTube first to watch their favorite shows.

A recent report from research firm Edison shows that YouTube has surpassed $Apple(AAPL)$ Podcasts and $Spotify Technology S.A.(SPOT)$ to become the most popular podcast platform in the US. Five years ago, Apple was the top platform.

Some commenters noted that $Alphabet(GOOG)$ merging Google Podcasts into YouTube because video podcasts won't replace audio podcasts, but from a scale perspective, video can accommodate audio.

Do you have any good podcast recommendations?

If you haven’t explored podcasts before, why not start with these popular ones?

1. The Ramsey Show: Dave Ramsey offers advice on life and money, helping listeners get out of debt and build a secure financial future.

2. The Clark Howard Podcast: Clark Howard provides money-saving tips and consumer advice to empower listeners to achieve financial freedom.

3. Women & Money: Suze Orman teaches listeners how to take control of their destinies and use money as a tool to live a meaningful life.

4. So Money: Farnoosh Torabi interviews top business minds and answers money questions to help listeners improve their finances.

5. BiggerPockets Money: Mindy Jensen and Scott Trench share actionable advice to help listeners earn more, save smarter, and grow wealth.

6. AffordAnything: Paula Pant explores how to make wise financial decisions and live a balanced, intentional life.

7. Money Guy Show: Brian Preston and Bo Hanson provide practical tips to help listeners make smart financial decisions.

8. Optimal Finance Daily: Diania Merriam narrates top personal finance blogs and offers tips on budgeting, investing, and financial independence.

9. Money for the Rest of Us: J. David Stein explains how money works, how to invest it, and how to manage finances without stress.

10. Planet Money: NPR’s creative podcast simplifies complex economic and financial topics to make them accessible to everyone.

How many hours do you spend listening to podcasts each week?

Or do you prefer listening to music instead?

Share your favorite podcast shows and platforms!