10 of the best indie podcasts you’ve never heard of

The podcasts app’s discovery tab is pretty good at suggesting listening to one of the big new podcasts backed by major networks — sure, a lot of those shows are going to be great — but , there are many podcasters creating beautiful content. ‘Do it yourself.

Putting together a show — writing, engineering, producing, hosting, and selling ads — is a daunting task, and the hurdles to putting together a great show are high. However, many indie creators pass it easily and deserve to enjoy the fruits of their labor. Dive into these 10 indies and find your new favorite pod. There are shows about conspiracy theories, the diet industry, B-list celebrities, people dying in elevators, man hugs, cannabis, and more.