10 Podcasts That Gave Space to Diverse Feminist Voices

For years, podcast culture has been dominated by loud, male-centric voices, often rooted in misogyny, grind culture, and the so-called ‘manosphere’, popularised by figures like Andrew Tate and Joe Rogan. But 2025 marked a decisive shift. Across the globe, women, queer creators and marginalised voices reclaimed the format, using podcasts as spaces of resistance, reflection and radical empathy.

From sharp critiques of cinema and politics to intimate conversations on healing, sexuality and everyday survival, these ten podcasts stood out for centring feminist, intersectional and inclusive narratives in 2025.

Women Uninterrupted by The Hindu

Produced by The Hindu and hosted by Anna Thomas, ‘Women Uninterrupted’ continued to be a powerful, multi-generational archive of women’s lived realities. Its seventh season focused on women in India’s informal economy, platforming grassroots organisers alongside professionals. The use of multiple languages adds texture and authenticity rarely found in mainstream audio spaces.

The Bechdel Cast

Hosted by comedians Caitlin Durante and Jamie Loftus, ‘The Bechdel Cast’ uses the ‘Bechdel Test’, created by Alison Bechdel, to examine gender representation in films. In 2025, the podcast dissected everything from cult classics to mainstream cinema with humour, rigour and feminist insight, making it essential listening for cinephiles.

Between the Lines by the Institute of Development Studies

Hosted by the Institute of Development Studies, this monthly podcast brought academic feminism into accessible conversations. Episodes in 2025 tackled caste in academia, feminist solidarity, geopolitics and development economics, featuring scholars, policymakers and activists committed to social justice.

Chapter 2 by Rhea Chakraborty

Actor Rhea Chakraborty’s ‘Chapter 2’ emerged as one of the most emotionally resonant podcasts of the year. Centred on resilience and second chances, the podcast reframed survival as strength.

Lesbian Supper Club

Hosted by sapphic couple Scarlett and Freya, ‘Lesbian Supper Club’ blends queer humour with sharp feminist commentary.

Stuff Mom Never Told You

An intersectional feminist staple, ‘Stuff Mom Never Told You’, hosted by Anney Reese and Samantha McVey, examines science, history and culture through a gendered lens.

The Guilty Feminist

Recorded live and hosted by Deborah Frances-White, ‘The Guilty Feminist’ thrives on honesty and contradiction.

Moment of Silence

‘Moment of Silence’, hosted by Sakshi Shivdasani and Naina Bhan, broke stereotypes around influencer podcasts. With humour and cultural specificity, it addressed misogyny, friendships, body politics and digital life, resonating strongly with young Indian listeners.

The Faye D’Souza Show

Journalist Faye D’Souza’s talk-show-style podcast centred vulnerability and failure as sites of growth. Featuring guests from cinema, business and public life, the show prioritised nuance over noise, redefining what meaningful conversation looks like online.

Call Her Gaze

A rising feminist favourite in 2025, ‘Call Her Gaze’ focused on reclaiming women’s narratives in media, art and politics. Through critical yet accessible discussions, it explored how representation shapes power, making it a fitting addition to a year that reimagined who gets to speak, and who gets heard.

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