25 Best Midwest Storytelling Podcasts
Midwest Storytelling Podcasts
Here are 25 Best Midwest Storytelling Podcasts worth listening to in 2025. Subscribe in one place on FeedSpot Reader.
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From the creator of the hit podcast Lore comes a new, bite-sized storytelling experience. Each twice-weekly episode features two short tales that take listeners on a guided tour of the unbelievable, the unsettling, and the bizarre.Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading!MORE Host Aaron Mahnke
Producer/Network Grim & Mild
Email ****@aaronmahnke.com
Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 2.9KInstagram 8K Avg Length 11 min Get Email Contact Get Influential Podcasters ContactsGet access to 100k active Podcasters, Influencers in 1500 niche categories.Get targeted media contact list in your niche at your fingertips so you can focus on running your campaign.Email us the categories of Podcasters you want to reach out for your marketing campaign at anuj@feedspot.com . We'll share active Podcasters list with verified email contacts in an Excel or CSV format.Email us
2. Scary Stories Told in the Dark: A Horror Anthology Series
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A multiple story, horror-themed audio storytelling podcast, spun-off from Chilling Tales for Dark Nights and its popular YouTube channel of the same name. The show features master storyteller Otis Jiry and Malcolm Blackwood, and the work of dozens of independent and previously-published contributing authors. Find this and our other great programs at: https://www.simplyscarypodcast.com.We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com Privacy Policy: https://www...MORE Hosts Otis Jiry, Malcolm Blackwood
Producer/Network Chilling Entertainment, LLC & Studio71
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Wisconsin, United States
Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 1.6KInstagram 219 Avg Length 137 min Since Dec 2017 Get Email Contact
3. In The Moment
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In the Moment with Lori Walsh is SDPB's daily radio program.We bring you world-class radio storytelling featuring the highest journalistic integrity. We tell true stories of our state and true stories of people who are doing something or creating something for a reason. We tell these stories with intelligence, fairness, compassion and imagination. We bring our listeners into the conversations and keep them In the Moment.Monday through Friday, at 9 a.m., 12 p.m. and 7 p.m. CTFollow In The Moment on Instagram, Facebook, X and YouTubeMORE Host Lori Byers Walsh
Producer/Network SDPB
Email ****@sdpb.org
Location South Dakota, United States
Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 66.6KTwitter 8.7KInstagram 4.1K Avg Length 49 min Get Email Contact
4. Horror Hill: A Horror Anthology and Scary Stories Series Podcast
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A multiple story, horror-themed audio storytelling podcast, spun off from Chilling Tales for Dark Nights and its popular YouTube channel of the same name. The show stars voice actor Erik Peabody, and the hand-picked work of dozens of accomplished independent and previously-published contributing authors.For advertising opportunities please email: PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/us/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy PolicyMORE Host Erik Peabody
Producer/Network Chilling Entertainment, LLC & Studio71
Email ****@chillingtalesfordarknights.com
Location Plover, Wisconsin, United States
Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 16.9KTwitter 2.9KInstagram 3.9K Avg Length 82 min Since Feb 2018 Get Email Contact
5. Invisible Choir
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The Invisible Choir true crime podcast examines the most heinous murders through investigative storytelling, primary source audio, and victim testimonials. We aim to bring voice to the voiceless, and visibility to the invisible. Independently recorded and produced by Michael Ojibway and Reach Freaks, LLC. MORE Topics covered True Crime
Host Michael Ojibway
Producer/Network Reach Freaks
Email ****@reachfreaks.com
Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 4.9K Avg Length 82 min Get Email Contact
6. The Ugandan Boy Talk Show
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Welcome to 'The Ugandan Boy Talk Show,' where diverse voices converge for a global storytelling experience! Join me as I host captivating individuals from around the world, delving into their life stories, triumphs, and challenges. From personal journeys to cultural explorations, each episode unveils the rich tapestry of human experiences. Engage in heartfelt conversations that transcend borders, celebrating the unique narratives that shape us. Tune in for a dynamic blend of cultures, perspectives, and inspirations, as we connect through the universal ??????Email: Talkshow256@gmail.comMORE Host Bonny Kibuuka
Producer/Network Bonny Kibuuka
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.7/5Instagram 13.4K Avg Length 69 min Get Email Contact
7. Belief Hole | Paranormal, Mysteries and Other Tasty Thought Snacks
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Through deep research and high-strangeness storytelling, three brothers explore paranormal encounters and unexplained events. Collecting freaky listener stories and scouring the dusty pages of classic Fortean texts, the brothers use high-production sound design to set the scene for alleged real encounters with, Dogman, Poltergeists, Bigfoot, Fairy Folk, Humanoids, UFOs, Shadow People, and Sky Creatures.. just to name a few...MORE Hosts Jeremy Parfitt, Jon Parfitt, Chris Parfitt
Producer/Network Belief Hole | Paranormal, Mysteries and Other Tasty Thought Snacks
Email ****@beliefhole.com
Location Ohio, United States
Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 24KTwitter 582 Avg Length 91 min Since Jul 2018 Get Email Contact
8. UNSHACKLED! Audio Dramas
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Real people, real stories, stirring dramatic accounts of hopelessness…and the hope that changes everything. These are UNSHACKLED! Audio Dramas, with the award-winning storytelling that's been unique to UNSHACKLED! Ministries for more than 70 years -- but this time, with a behind-the-scenes look. So join us as we dramatize true stories of transformation and share lesser-known details that have made us the longest running audio drama in history.MORE Hosts Tim Gregory, Elizabeth Kupferschmid
Producer/Network UNSHACKLED! - Pacific Garden Mission
Email ****@pgm.org
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 6.1KTwitter 371Instagram 1.3K Avg Length 30 min Since Dec 2020 Get Email Contact
9. Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children
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Storyland is a captivating podcast that opens the door to enchanting tales for young listeners of all ages. Step into a world where imagination knows no bounds, filled with thrilling adventures, magical realms, and unforgettable characters that come to life through the power of storytelling.Storyland offers a treasure trove of audio experiences. Each episode is designed to entertain, inspire, and ignite children's imaginations while providing a clean, family-friendly environment...MORE Host Seth Williams
Producer/Network Seth Williams
Email ****@retipster.com
Apple Rating 4.7/5 Avg Length 12 min Get Email Contact
10. Gut + Science
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Gut Science is a fast-paced, storytelling-oriented podcast that provides leadership experiences from both an emotional and calculated lens. People-first minded executives and thought leaders share on the topics they are most passionate about, serving as mentors for our ever growing audience. Host Nikki Lewallen Gregory loves to bring out the fire in people and highlight the newest needed tools and information that build more meaningful work experiences.MORE Host Nikki Lewallen Gregory
Producer/Network Nikki Lewallen Gregory
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Apple Rating 5/5Twitter 76 Avg Length 35 min Since Apr 2018 Get Email Contact
11. Found Family Book Hive
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Explore the magic of storytelling with authors, librarians, book sellers, and fellow book lovers. Join us as we share book recommendations along with our monthly book club! Dive into 'Found Family Book Hive' today!Formerly known as Books and Brands.MORE Hosts Cale Henry, Jen Smith, Danielle Atkisson
Producer/Network Danielle Atkisson
Email ****@thesilverliningdesign.com
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 421 Avg Length 55 min Get Email Contact
12. Content That Moves - The Brand Storytelling Podcast
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As brands become publishers in the era of digital saturation, how do you create content that stands out and inspires your audience to act? Credo Nonfiction & Brand Storytelling present Content That Moves for brand marketers and communications professionals to learn from the most innovative minds in branded entertainment how to create content that reveals brand purpose and deepens brand meaning. Hosted by Emmy and James Beard award-winning filmmaker & brand storytelling strategist Jesse Roesler.MORE Host Jesse Roesler
Producer/Network Credo Nonfiction & Brand Storytelling
Location Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 566Twitter 12 Avg Length 33 min Since Apr 2019 Get Email Contact
13. My Life In Letters
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Interview and storytelling based documentation about graffiti arts and culture.
Host Adam Fujita
Producer/Network Adam Fujita
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.8/5 Avg Length 60 min Since Oct 2016 Get Email Contact
14. Shannon Cason's Homemade
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Homemade is short stories and commentary for writer/storyteller, Shannon Cason. Shannon has appeared on countless podcasts and storytelling stages, including Snap Judgment, The Moth, TEDx, and RISK! Shannon Cason's Homemade lays out his life for the listener, blessings and blemishes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Host Shannon Cason
Producer/Network Shannon Cason
Email ****@shannoncason.com
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 2.3KTwitter 2.5KInstagram 3.1K Avg Length 19 min Get Email Contact
15. The Running Effect Podcast
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The Running Effect Podcast aims to bring storytelling to the sport of running. What gets people invested in a sport, movie, or book? A good story. Our sport has plenty, but no one is telling them. The Running Effect is changing that. Through our podcast episodes that release every other day, we tell the stories of those at every level of our sport. Through these incredible athletes' stories, we hope it'll inspire you to turn your 'what ifs?' into realities. You can also follow us on Instagram @therunningeffect to stay up to date on all current and upcoming projects!MORE Host Dominic Schlueter
Producer/Network Dominic Schlueter
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.9/5 Avg Length 45 min Get Email Contact
16. storytelling with data podcast
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Rid your world of ineffective graphs and mediocre presentations, one exploding 3D pie chart at a time! The storytelling with data podcast from bestselling author, speaker and workshop guru, Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic covers topics related to data storytelling, better presentations, and all things data viz.MORE Host Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic
Producer/Network storytelling with data
Email ****@storytellingwithdata.com
Location Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 2.1KTwitter 34.1K Avg Length 36 min Since Nov 2017 Get Email Contact
17. Storytellers Studio
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Classic storytelling can be found around many campfires and in any Disney film. In so many cases, the very best of stories from our personal lives are heard repeatedly over years without ever being recorded. Tim Larson and Liz Wylder knew that WROK radio's 100th birthday in 2023 would be a great springboard for this project. Future sit downs would certainly rekindle old friendships and, undoubtedly, allow everyone to learn something about the people they thought they knew well...MORE Host Tim Larson
Producer/Network Tim Larson
Location Rockford, Illinois, United States
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 65 min Get Email Contact
18. 7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron Calafato
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7 Minute Stories is Aaron Calafato's extemporaneous, autobiographical storytelling podcast. This top short story podcast is quick, immersive, and tinged with nostalgia. Each story feels deeply personal and always leaves you with something to chew on—7MS sounds like if David Sedaris and Paul Harvey swapped notes over coffee at a Midwestern diner.MORE Host Aaron Calafato
Producer/Network Aaron Calafato
Email ****@aaroncalafato.com
Location Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Apple Rating 5/5Twitter 40Instagram 468 Avg Length 11 min Get Email Contact
19. The History Guy
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If you love history, this is the podcast for you! Stories of forgotten history, presented by Josh Geiger with Lance Geiger, The History Guy, from the hit YouTube channel The History Guy: History Deserves to be Remembered. Visit the channel here: www.youtube.com/TheHistoryGuyChannel We believe that history does not have to be boring. At its heart, history is storytelling, and we believe that it should be told with passion and genuine love for the material...MORE Hosts Josh Geiger, Lance Geiger
Producer/Network Lance and Josh Geiger
Email ****@thehistoryguy.net
Apple Rating 4.9/5 Avg Length 66 min Get Email Contact
20. Promptly Written
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Join authors Ian Lewis and Matt Sugerik in a monthly short-fiction writing workshop in which each use an identical writing prompt to create a work of short fiction. First listen to their stories, and then stick around as they workshop their ideas. Discussion will touch on writing process, tips, inspiration, and more! We are only bound by the limits of our imaginations. Come and join two lifelong friends on a unique storytelling journey.MORE Hosts Matt Sugerik, Ian Lewis
Producer/Network Ian Lewis and Matt Sugerik
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Apple Rating 5/5Twitter 19 Avg Length 70 min Get Email Contact
21. Mr.Cemetery's Terror Tales
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Welcome to Terror Tales, a horror storytelling experience that will haunt your mind long after the episode ends. Each chilling story is filled with dark secrets, lurking horrors, and eerie twists that will keep you on edge.Listener Discretion Advised: Terror Tales features intense horror themes but no bad language. Recommended for ages 9 and up—perfect for young horror fans who love a good scare, but beware… these stories may keep you up at night!New episodes premiere the first Saturday of every month at 10 AM Eastern Time. Dare to listen?MORE Host Mr.Cemetery
Producer/Network Scary Stories For Kids - The Bedtime Stories Mother Never Dared to Tell!
Email ****@yahoo.com
Apple Rating 4.1/5 Avg Length 7 min Get Email Contact
22. Listen in, Michigan
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'Listen In, Michigan' is an audio storytelling feature brought to you by the online alumni magazine, Michigan Today. From historical features and alumni dispatches to campus news and provocative opinions, 'Listen In, Michigan' will entertain and inform, helping to keep you connected to the University of Michigan — today.MORE Host Deborah Holdship
Producer/Network Deborah Holdship
Email ****@umich.edu
Location Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Apple Rating 4.5/5Facebook 7.9KTwitter 18.6K Avg Length 20 min Get Email Contact
Midwest Storytelling shows hosts and producers
Podcaster Name | Role | Podcast Link | Twitter Handle | Twitter Followers | |
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Aaron Mahnke | Host | grimandmild.com/curiosities | @amahnke | 61.1K | |
Otis Jiry | Co Host | simplyscarypodcast.com/shows/scary-stories-told-in-the-dark | @otisjiryaudio | 2.2K | |
Malcolm Blackwood | Co Host | simplyscarypodcast.com/shows/scary-stories-told-in-the-dark | |||
Lori Byers Walsh | Host u0026 Senior Producer | listen.sdpb.org/podcast/in-the-moment | @momentsdpb | 1.7K | |
Erik Peabody | Host | simplyscarypodcast.com/shows/horror-hill | @vikingguitar | 1.9K | |
Michael Ojibway | Co Host | invisiblechoir.com | |||
Bonny Kibuuka | Host | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bonny-kibuuka | @ugandanboy_92 | 166 | |
Jeremy Parfitt | Co Host | beliefhole.com/episodes | |||
Jon Parfitt | Co Host | beliefhole.com/episodes | |||
Chris Parfitt | Co Host | beliefhole.com/episodes | |||
Tim Gregory | Co Host | podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unshackled-audio-dramas/id1546134337 | |||
Elizabeth Kupferschmid | Co Host | podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unshackled-audio-dramas/id1546134337 | |||
Seth Williams | Host | buzzsprout.com/1850902 | @retipsterseth | 14.4K | |
Nikki Lewallen Gregory | Host | gutplusscience.libsyn.com | |||
Cale Henry | Co Host | thesilverliningdesign.com | |||
Jen Smith | Co Host | thesilverliningdesign.com | |||
Danielle Atkisson | Co Host | thesilverliningdesign.com | |||
Jesse Roesler | Host | podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/content-that-moves-the-brand-storytelling-podcast/id1458778450 | |||
Adam Fujita | Host | mylifeinletters.libsyn.com | |||
Shannon Cason | Host | play.acast.com/s/homemadestories | @shannoncason | ||
Dominic Schlueter | Host | ||||
Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic | Host | storytellingwithdata.com/podcast | @storywithdata | ||
Tim Larson | Host | podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/storytellers-studio/id1642374907 | |||
Aaron Calafato | Host | 7minutestoriespod.com | @aaroncalafato | ||
Josh Geiger | Co Host | @history_yt | |||
Lance Geiger | Co Host | ||||
Matt Sugerik | Co Host | mattsugerik.com/promptlywrittenpodcast | @mattsugerik | ||
Ian Lewis | Co Host | mattsugerik.com/promptlywrittenpodcast | |||
Mr.Cemetery | Host | @mr_cemetery | |||
Deborah Holdship | Host | michigantoday.umich.edu/category/topics/podcast | @debholdship | ||
Anodyne Von & Cameron Helkuik | shows.acast.com/64bf1d210e38e90011ccfc68/episodes/thrift-on-6th-street-and-kickstart-to-investigating | ||||
Wglt | omny.fm/shows/next-to-normal-story-slam/march-on-washington-60th-anniversary-with-willie-h |
See Also
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