Podcasts can be a replacement for reading, learning something new, or purely for the entertainment factor. Here are 7 podcasts that have made our commutes much, much easier:

1.
Stuff Mom Never Told You
Everything you were curious about but were too embarrassed to ask your mom… need we say more?

2.
After the Jump
Calling all creatives. Design blogger Grace Bonny of Design*Sponge takes her love of art and design to the next level by interviewing independent artists and up-and-coming members of the creative community.

3.
The Lively Show
Designed to add a little extra intention to every day, these episodes will touch on various aspects of your life including possessions, personal habits, relationships, and career.

4.
Listen to Lucy
We all get busy. If you’ve only got 5 minutes to spare, put your time into this podcast. It gives you tips to excel in your professional life (so that you can put that extra time to growing your career).

5.
Call Your Girlfriend
Two long-distance besties discuss everything from emojis to TED talks. This naturally comedic duo will keep you laughing all commute long.

6.
Radiolab
Feel like nerding out? These hour-long episodes explore topics of scientific and philosophical nature in a lighthearted manner.

7.
The Moth
Some of the best stoytellers tell stories live (without the notes, so you know it’s real) to share their enlightening experiences with us.

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