Our Favorite Podcasts
Here’s what’s playing while we’re designing Squarespace sites/project managing/kicking it.
Podcasts — they educate, entertain, inspire, and have quickly become a cultural staple that we can’t live without. (Remember long road trips without podcasts? Shudder.)
Whether we’re designing Squarespace sites or playing or practicing some form of self-care, our team loves a good pod. From all-time favorites to new discoveries, here are the podcasts our team is currently cueing up.
“I love ‘The Dream’ — an oldie but a goodie about pyramid schemes — and ‘Still Processing’ has the BEST hosts and super relevant topics. I’m also a fan of ‘The Cutting Room Floor.’”
— Alex Lucke, developer and social media manager
“I still miss ‘The Office’ and am so bummed it had to end. The ‘Office Ladies’ podcast brings it all back for me! The hosts are Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey, who played Pam and Angela on ‘The Office.’ They talk about the good times and behind-the-scenes gold as they rewatch the series together, episode by episode.”
— Jeannine Gallagher, project manager
“My all-time favorites: ‘Call Your Girlfriend,’ ‘Pod Save the People,’ ‘Dolly Parton's America,’ ‘On Being with Krista Tippett’ and ‘Armchair Expert.’ (I'm not mentioning ‘You're Wrong About’ because I know that's Katie Stipanovich's fave and she turned me on to it!)
— Kelsey Gilbert-Kreiling, founder and lead developer
“I have a few: ‘Slow Burn’ dives into a different moment in American history on each season. Season 1 covered Watergate, season 2 covered Bill Clinton and Monica Lewinsky, season 3 the murder of Tupac, season 4 is on white supremacy and the rise of David Duke, and season 5 — the current season — covers the role of the Bush Administration on the road to the Iraq War. The information that I learn helps give me a more robust understanding of our history and how we’ve gotten where we are now. I’m a huge history nerd, so this show is just right up my alley.
'Modern Love’ is a wonderful hodgepodge of all different kinds of love stories: romantic, platonic, parental, etc. They’re moving, educational, and unconventional, and leave you thinking about your own relationships.
Finally, NPR’s ‘Code Switch’ is described as ‘fearless conversations about race,’ and is hosted by two radio hosts of color. As a white woman, I listen to educate myself and learn about social justice issues in all the areas of society on which they speak.”
— Anna Potter-Malone, project manager
“‘Getting Curious’ with Jonathan Van Ness. The energy, the beauty, the extra-ness.”
— Shelly Morse, developer
“It’s hard to choose a favorite, but ‘Radio Rental’ is way up there. I typically go for storytelling podcasts, but I also love the supernatural and creepy, so this is perfect. If you are into the ‘X-files’ or Coast to Coast radio, you will love it!”
— Attalie Dexter, developer
“‘Still Processing,’ a NYT podcast, shines a very different perspective on current events and Black culture. The two amazing hosts seem to describe things in a way the really gets to the core of things. It makes me say ‘THAT IS SPOT ON!’ when I tune in. As a Black, queer professional, let’s just say I feel seen.
Another one is ‘Radiolab.’ They are expert storytellers, and the amount of things I have learned from this podcast is immeasurable. I had no idea there is a shrimp that sees more colors than anything living on earth. Also, plants can ‘hear’ and listen for water underground. Bad news for pipes, but fascinating stuff. Tune in.
'Back Issue’ is a stroll down memory lane! Pop culture and Black culture collide and have the ultimate party. Never a dull moment with our great hosts, and the laughs can’t stop, won’t stop. Want to look back at ‘90s Black tv? Check! Remember ANTM and how messy it was? Check! Soul music and yacht rock? Check! You know we love Michael McDonald! They dig into it all. Such a great show.”
— Kishya Greer, developer
“‘99% Invisible,’ a podcast about design in our everyday lives. The unknown architecture and design that shapes our world. It’s a fascinating look at how design influences nearly every facet of our lives, and is even thought of when you think it’s not.”
— Justin Mabee, developer
“‘Maintenance Phase.’ It debunks the junk science behind modern and historical health fads/diets/bad nutrition advice.”
— Katie Stipanovich, operations manager
“I’m on a kick, so here are a few. ‘Armchair Expert’ (and the spin-offs, we are supported by… Monica and Jess). It never fails to be insightful, funny and entertaining. With a huge catalog of episodes, you can go back and hear from not only your favorite celebrities but also industry experts. It’s great for walks around the neighborhood and long road trips
‘Sharon Says So,’ is a new podcast from ‘America’s Government Teacher,’ Sharon McMahon. She covers fun stories that weren’t taught in history class, plus interviews with experts on how to consume news or be a good internet citizen. Sharon is concerned with facts, not political affiliations or leanings, making this a refreshing look at our history and world today.
Finally, ‘Work Life’ with Adam Grant. Grant is a leading organizational psychologist and author who has spent his life researching best organizational practices. He brings on amazing guests — both experts and employees from workplaces he studies — and delves into topics from taking sad days to building an inclusive workplace. He also does deep dives into the companies that sponsor his podcast instead of run-of-the-mill ads. They’re quick episodes that leave you looking at your workplace in a new light with new intention.”
— Alaina Gregerson, project manager
“I’m obsessed with ‘Smartless,’ with Jason Bateman, Will Arnett and Sean Hayes. They interview everyone from other actors to scientists and politicians and it’s incredibly funny, but punctured with really touching or poignant moments. I’m also devoted to ‘The Lowe Post’ for NBA news and analysis, and ‘Bitch Sesh’ for hilarious ‘Housewives’ recaps from Casey Wilson and Danielle Schnieder. I like to think it’s a well-rounded roster.”
— Molly Each, marketing editor
