The 11 best finance podcasts of 2023

Are you looking for an engaging way to stay up-to-date on the latest financial news and insights? You might want to look into the world of finance podcasts! It seems like nowadays there is a podcast for everything, from history to fashion, somewhere on the web there is a content creator waiting for your stream.

Finance might seem like a difficult topic, but there are so many podcasts on such a wide range of topics that you’ll be able to join the discussion at the level you most prefer. I’ve gathered info on the podcast itself and on their creator, to try give you a sneak peek into what you can expect from each of them:

The Dave Ramsey Show

The Dave Ramsey Show offers personal advice on finance, investing and money management and it guides listeners through common sense principles and proven strategies. Topics range from budgeting and debt reduction to retirement planning and how to build wealth. The podcast itself is quite “interactive” as it features calls from listeners seeking advice from Dave and his other guests, as well as interviews to experts of the field. It feels similar to an old school radio program.
Dave Ramsey has almost 25 years of experience in the financial industry and during his career has helped people across the world to take control of their finances and improve their lives.

Freakonomics Radio

Freakonomics explores the hidden side of economics and its connections to the most surprising and seemingly unrelated topics. Steven Levitt and Stephen Dubner, two economists, apply economic theory to any topic you can imagine: crime, education, social norms and discover and uncover unexpected insights. Their engaging and fresh take on world finance and economics are great if you struggle to focus on “formal” notions that might feel too academic to digest.

The Economic Update 

Hosted by Richard D. Wolff, a renowned economist and professor at the University of Massachusetts, this podcast explores a wide range of economic issues and offers a critical analysis of the current state of the economy. Richard provides a unique perspective on topics such as income inequality, the role of the government in the economy, and the impact of capitalism on society. With its accessible and engaging approach, the Economic Update offers a valuable source of information for anyone who is interested in understanding the forces shaping the economy.

The Money Guy Show

Financial advisors Brian Preston and Bo Hanson came up with the Money Guy Show to help their listeners with their financial advice and insights. Investing, retirement planning, tax strategies are some of the topics covered during their podcast. Brian and Bo have found a way to offer practical advice that is both informative and entertaining.

InvestED

Hosted by Phil Town and Danielle Town, InvestED is a highly regarded finance podcast that tries to lead investors to make the best investment decisions. Danielle and Phil, a hedge fund manager and author of 3 New York Times best-selling investment books, combine their personal experiences with a deep analysis of the stock market and how it functions. The real-world examples they bring up during their debates will help you “break down” the world of finance into something that doesn’t sound as scary.

Afford Anything

Afford Anything is a popular finance podcast hosted by Paula Pant, a real estate investor and financial freedom enthusiast. On a podcast that has now reached episode #432, Paula brings on a diverse range of guests, including entrepreneurs, investors, and experts in the personal finance space, to share their insights and experiences on how to create, grow and profit from a side hustle.

Unchained

Unchained is a popular crypto-focused podcast hosted by Laura Shin, a journalist, writer and well known author in the cryptosphere. If you’re looking for a podcast with genuine conversation and high quality insights on how to understand and get started in the crypto business, Unchained might be for you.

The Pitchfork Economics

The Pitchfork Economics is a thought-provoking show hosted by Nick Hanauer, entrepreneur and venture capitalist, and David Goldstein, a journalist and political strategist. Their show is aimed at listeners interested in understanding the intersection of politics and economics, and will take you down a journey through topics such as income equality, the rise of gig economies and the other pressing economic issues of our time.

We Study Billionaires

The We Study Billionaires podcast is a popular show hosted by Preston Pysh and Stig Brodersen. As the name suggests, the podcast focuses on analyzing the investment strategies and philosophies of some of the world’s most successful billionaires. Preston and Stig share their insights and perspectives on how these billionaires achieved their success, as well as their predictions for future market trends.

The Millennial Investing

The Millennial Investing was created to help young adults in the world of finance and investing. Not everyone can start buying property the moment they turn 18 can they? By targeting the 18-35 audience, hosts Robert Leonard and Rebecca Hotsko want to educate the younger generation to build and improve their financial literacy and make better investment decisions.

The Motley Fool Money

The Motley Fool Money podcast is a weekly show that offers a fun and informative take on the latest news and trends in the world of finance and investing. Hosts Chris Hill and his team of analysis handpick the latest news and how what is happening in the world of finance and what the implications for small and big investors could be.

Time is a precious commodity, it’s important to access content that will provide valuable insights and knowledge. At home or while you commute, grab your bluetooth speakers or Airpods, have a seat and get ready to be informed and hopefully entertained by some of the best finance podcasts I could find.