36 Best Student Mental Health Podcasts
Student Mental Health Podcasts
Here are 36 Best Student Mental Health Podcasts worth listening to in 2026.
Export Contact List1. she persisted
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your life can change, even when you can't imagine what better looks like yet. sadie sutton started she persisted at 15 while in intensive treatment for severe depression and anxiety. now 23 and a university of pennsylvania psychology graduate, she combines lived experience with evidence-based psychology to make the hard parts of mental health feel less confusing—and a little less lonely. today, she persisted is an nyt-recommended, top-charting gen z mental health podcast with 500k+ downloads. new episodes weekly for anyone struggling, supporting someone who is, or trying to understand themselves better...more Host Sadie Sutton
Email ****@shepersistedpodcast.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Recent Guests Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman, Dr. Jeffrey Hall
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2. Unit3d w/ B1G Team at Indiana University
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Hilinski's Hope brings you Unit3d - a podcast where sport psychologists and mental health professionals team up to hold conversations for student athletes on mental health. Many of us share common concerns, these discussions are a reminder that we are not alone, but unit3d in this world together. Welcome to the Hilinski's Hope, mind, spirit, and performance playbook. If you have any questions or topics you would like for us to discuss, please email us at ****@hilinskishope.org. Unit3d is hosted by Dr...more Hosts Ryan Hilinski, Brian Maurer
Producer/Network Hilinski's Hope
Email ****@hilinskishope.org
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Wendy Kidwell, Fred Jackson +19 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 57Facebook 14KTwitter 14.6K Avg Length 51 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
3. Feeling Seen: A UNC CAPS Podcast
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Hosted by Dr. Erinn Scott, Psy.D. and Dr. Anthony Teasdale, Ph.D., staff psychologists at Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) at The University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Colleagues and friends come together to discuss and demystify mental health, therapy, and help seeking, and have some fun in the process. Speaking directly to UNC and its students, and giving listeners a more personal side of CAPS and its staff. There'll be insights, laughs, and mistakes, but always with the intention of reducing stigma and helping people 'feel seen.'more Producer/Network Anthony Teasdale
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4. All Things Mental Health
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We're a mental health podcast, focusing on young minds and students. We bridge the gap between research and lived experience, creating space for new dialogue to emerge. With a recent feature in the Guardian, this podcast is in the top 15% of podcasts shared globally. Partners inc. University of Oxford, King's College London, Student Minds, SMaRteN and U-Belong. Meet the team! Aneeska Sohal, our Founder and Project Manager. Aneeska is a Trustee for Student Minds and the Head of Strategy for Student Mental Health and Wellbeing at King's College London. Anna Bailie is our Researcher in Residence, with a specialism in mental health and politics...more Hosts Aneeska Sohal, Saul Devlin
Producer/Network All Things Mental Health
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Ruth, Michael Hamilton
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5. Sideline Sessions
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Sideline Sessions offers a unique and powerful perspective on the mental health challenges student-athletes face—told through the voices of a current high school athlete and his mother, a Licensed Professional Counselor. Co-hosts Cruz and Lindsay Cambre, LPC, team up to explore the pressures of balancing sports, academics, and personal growth. Through honest conversations and real-life insights, this podcast bridges the gap between the field and the therapy room, creating a space where athletes and families alike can learn, reflect, and grow.more Producer/Network Cruz and Lindsay Cambre
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Cole Haase, Elijah Davis +4 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 13 Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
6. Enlighten U
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Enlighten U helps college students discover they are not alone in their mental health struggles. Tune in to insightful conversations, expert advice from noted mental health professionals, and relatable stories, all aimed at helping you navigate the unique challenges of university life when prioritizing your mental well being.more Hosts Melissa Thrasher, Lolita Cummings
Producer/Network Eastern Michigan University
Email ****@emich.edu
Recent Guests Dr. Brendan Kelly, Kallista Marie +1 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 47 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
7. Mind &Mic
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Mind & Mic is a calm, thoughtful, and student-powered podcast exploring mental health, student life, and the quiet truths we often carry in silence. Hosted by Jonathan, a university student, each episode dives into the pressure, passion, and physics of being young — with honesty, curiosity, and a little humor. Whether you're dealing with burnout, finding your voice, or just need a safe place to exhale, Mind & Mic is here to hold that spacemore Producer/Network Iyerejonathan
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Jerey, Elijah +3 more
Apple Rating 3/5Apple Reviews 2 Avg Length 14 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
8. Mind the Gap: Reducing Stigma around Mental Health
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A podcast made by students, for students. This podcast dives into the college experience and clears up common misconceptions and misinformation about mental health. Topics include coping strategies, grounding exercises , common problems, professional perspectives , and more! Mind the Gap aims to fill the gap in discussions around mental health, and dispel the negative connotations around mental illness.more Producer/Network Aster Dettweiler
Recent Guests Kelia Bergin, Richard Lopez +8 more
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9. Ohlone Mental Health Edition
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Have you ever thought about disconnecting from your phone? What would you do to fill that void?! Or what it is like to transfer to a State or University from a Community College? Note to Self: The Ohlone Mental Health edition provides a space for students to learn or connect with other student experiences and discover the resources available to them on campus or within the community. This podcast also educates, supports, and destigmatizes mental health-related issues or situations, while also empowering students to focus on self-care and caring for those around them.more Producer/Network Ohlone Student Health Center
Email ****@ohlone.edu
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Melissa, Ja Seng +3 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4Facebook 9.9KTwitter 1.9K Avg Length 44 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
10. The Highs and Lows Podcast
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A podcast for students, by students, about students. Aiming to discuss topics that promote mental health, self care, self love, etc. We are a podcast based in Oxnard, California airing every Tuesday from 2:00PM- 3:00PM through the courtesy of Oxnard College's EOPS program. Being the first community college podcast in the state of California, as well as airing through 1 of 3 black-owned public access radio stations, we hope to also promote diversity, unity, and community through our platform.more Producer/Network The Highs and Lows
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Botros Saleb, Angel Gallegos +20 more
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 5Facebook 6.1KInstagram 79 Avg Length 56 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
11. BOUNCE UP - A Podcast on Mental Resilience
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This podcast is aimed at enhancing the mental health and resilience of students at the University of Pretoria (UP), South Africa. It was created and founded in 2020 by Ms Ruqayya Seedat, Senior Psychologist from the Student Counselling Unit at UP.more Producer/Network Student Counselling Unit & TuksFM - University of Pretoria
Email ****@up.ac.za
Recent Guests Miss Kedeboni Mamosadi, Miss Anathi Mqolweni +17 more
Apple Rating 3/5Apple Reviews 1Facebook 306.8KTwitter 397.7KInstagram 112.5K Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
12. ChatGPA
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Hello everyone! Welcome to ChatGPA, a podcast about realistic mental health care for college students - by a student, for students. Whether you are an undergraduate or a graduate student, you are not alone here. Let's start this mental health journey together!more Producer/Network Chloe
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13. The Bama Balance
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The Bama Balance serves as a vital resource that promotes awareness and deepens understanding while offering practical strategies to effectively tackle mental health issues. Initially focused on college men's mental health and overall wellbeing, The Bama Balance now examines the broader issues of college student mental health at UA. This engaging podcast is co-hosted by Ruperto M...more Producer/Network Ruperto M. Perez, PH.D., ABPP, Brooks Barbaree and Edward Fountain
Email ****@ua.edu
Recent Guests Max Brown, Carter Scott +2 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 44 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
14. Breaking the Barriers
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Breaking the Barriers is a podcast dedicated to building bridges between students and administrators at UAlbany. Together, we hold space to explore and deconstruct the diverse experiences of mental health and wellness within our campus community. Tune in as we dive into nuanced, thought-provoking topics that aim to enrich your journey as a student, community member, and beyond.more Producer/Network Office of Health Promotion
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15. Brain Matters Radio
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Dr. BJ Guenther hosts this weekly live show about college mental health. Guests are interviewed about topics such as anxiety, relationships, grades, depression and other topics pertinent to college students.more Producer/Network Capstone Voices
Email ****@ua.edu
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests James Spann, Tanmayee Naik +9 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2 Avg Length 56 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
16. Coffee with CAPS
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Join Sam and Aaron, counselors at Liberty University's Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS), as they explore the mental health challenges facing college students today. With a blend of clinical, research-based insights and a biblical worldview, these conversations delve into crucial topics like coping after a breakup, establishing healthy boundaries, self-forgiveness, navigating food and body image issues, and much more. Plus, they're bringing in expert guest perspectives to help you thrive during your college journey. Grab your coffee and tune in every Tuesday for new episodes!more Producer/Network Liberty University Counseling & Psychological Services
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Dr. Dondi Costin, Dr. Jichan Kim +3 more
Apple Rating 3.8/5Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
17. Connecting Badgers
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Connecting Badgers aims to enhance learning and student success by promoting, protecting & restoring mental health while acknowledging that stigma and health disparities exist and can be barriers to care. We provide students with evidence based tips & tools grounded from feminist and trauma informed approaches to increase mental health literacy, which is the knowledge & beliefs about mental health concerns that aid in recognition, management and prevention.more Producer/Network UHS UW-Madison
Email ****@uhs.wisc.edu
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 22 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
18. Got Your Back - Central York Middle School's Aevidum Podcast
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Welcome to Central York Middle School's official Aevidum Club podcast! Our school is located in York, Pennsylvania and we have a very active Aevidum club. For more information on Aevidum, visit www.aevidum.com. This podcast series will be student-created and student-run and will help to offer insight on mental health awareness and suicide prevention, as well as, what goes into creating community within a school setting.more Producer/Network Brian Heisey
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guest Journey Henderson
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19. PsychBytes with CCS
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PsychBytes is presented by The Ohio State University, Office of Student Life Counseling and Consultation Service. We provide a wide range of information pertaining to mental health topics, commonly asked questions, available resources, and general psycho-education that centers on the college demographic. The aim is to reduce stigma around mental health, reduce barriers to treatment, normalize experiences, and educate on prevention, intervention, and resources related to emotional and mental wellbeing.more Host Josh Bailey
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20. Student Voices
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This show is brought to you by University Student Support Services, Student Life and Student Wellbeing team at the University of Portsmouth, that investigates the mental health of students. Hosted by James Quinn, Student Life Officer, and Steve Daley, Student Wellbeing Advisor.more Producer/Network University of Portsmouth: Student Support Services
Email ****@port.ac.uk
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 18 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
21. Mental Health on Campus
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The Mental Health on Campus Podcast is brought to you by the Centre for Innovation in Campus Mental Health (CICMH) based in Ontario. We work to engage and support Ontario Colleges and Universities in their commitment to student mental health and well-being. This podcast explores mental health topics that impact post-secondary students. For more information visit us at campusmentalhealth.camore Producer/Network The Centre for Innovation in Campus Mental Health
Email ****@campusmentalhealth.ca
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guest Sophia
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22. Counseling Stars
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Counseling Stars: For Students, By Students (Oklahoma City University Chapter) is a dynamic, student-led initiative passionate about amplifying student voices, fostering connection, and advocating for accessible, quality mental health care.more Producer/Network counselingstars
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23. Coffeesations with Your Counselors
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A platform where the Office of Guidance and Counseling in Ateneo de Manila hosted by our OGC counselors, can have a dialogue with the students on topics about mental health and wellness.The statements of our guests do not in any way represent the ideals of the OGC.If you want to get in touch with us, you may reach us through our email and Facebook Page:****@ateneo.eduhttps://www.facebook.com/OGC.HEdmore Producer/Network Office of Guidance and Counseling
Recent Guests Sir Jett, Ms. Judie +14 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 56 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
24. Mental Health University
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All in on college mental health, mental performance, and maxing personal development for college students. Host Dr. Joel Ingersoll brings 20+ year of counseling, advising, coaching and mentoring thousands of college students. Geared toward college students and parents Dr. Joel's episodes increase mental health awareness, challenge stigma and provide actionable steps to optimize mental health and peak performance during the college semester. The podcast is a result of Dr. Joel's relentless mission to help college kids adjust, discover, cope, and develop.more Host Joel Ingersoll
Producer/Network Joel Ingersoll PHD
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 7Facebook 5.3KInstagram 799 Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
25. Active Minds at Carolina Podcast
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A podcast all about mental health, run by students, for students (or anyone who will listen).
Producer/Network Active Minds at Carolina
Avg Length 41 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
26. Term Time Talks - A Student Mental Health Podcast
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Join us for a discussion about all things mental health, in our one off special Term Time Talk, created especially for Students, and bought to you by Carecoins.
Producer/Network Carecoins
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Get Email Contact
27. Wait...This is Deep...
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Our podcast delves into the intricacies of student mental health. We hope to spread awareness, share our thoughts, and propose possible solutions and tips to our community. Enjoy!
Producer/Network Chloe Nguyen and Scarlett Song
Email ****@greenhill.org
Recent Guests Parmida Zandi, Mia Reyes
Facebook 6.3KTwitter 446Instagram 783 Avg Length 24 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
28. Fearless Journeys: Thriving On Campus
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Fearless Journeys: Thriving On Campus. We are dedicated to exploring the world of mental health and the impact on college students. Our mission is to empower and educate listeners by looking at the differing factors that influence mental well-being. Through engaging discussions, expert insights, and thought-provoking interviews, we aim to provide students with knowledge, strategies, and support they need to navigate their college years. Published bi-weekly. Hosted by Steve Johnson and Corrine Janzen. Seasons published Sep-Dec and Jan-Aprmore Get Email Contact
29. I Kara 'Bout You
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This podcast is about mental health in high school student athletes. It will consist of special guests answering burning questions about how coaches can help with athletes mental health. Also the guests will give advice and share experiences! And you will receive advice from me and learn about my story and experiences as well.more Host Kara Griffin
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30. The Student Dose
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Welcome to The Student Dose, the podcast by current and recently graduated medical students where we discuss all things 'Medical School', with a mental health and wellbeing focus. Your hosts, Charlie, Claire and Katie are all ambassadors of the 'You Okay, Doc? charity which supports the mental health and wellbeing of doctors and medical students...more Hosts Claire McGinniss, Charlie Carey, Katie Rooney
Producer/Network You Okay, Doc?
Email ****@youokaydoc.org.uk
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4Facebook 1.3KTwitter 1.8KInstagram 10.5K Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
31. Student Mental Health Podcast
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In this podcast, two high school students, Marlit and Juliana, discuss common mental health issues that take place within the school environment. Each episode will be focussed on a different issue, in which they aim to provide information and resources on said issue, along with sharing anecdotes from their personal lives and experiences. Tune in to learn more about mental health in school and how important it is to lead a balanced life in order to achieve success.more Hosts Marlit A., Juliana K.
Producer/Network Marlit A. & Juliana K.
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32. University Counseling Podcast
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The University Counseling Podcast features clinical counselors and counseling interns covering a variety of topics and issues related to maintaining your mental health.
Producer/Network University Counseling
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2 Avg Length 5 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact
33. USI Connecting Minds
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The podcast about mental health from the Union of Students in Ireland
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34. Psychology for Students
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Psychology for Students is a short-form podcast designed to help high school and college students better understand the mind—and themselves. Hosted by Professor Jeff Hastings, each episode breaks down complex psychological ideas into real-life lessons that improve mental health, relationships, and personal growth. Whether you're studying psychology or just trying to get through the semester with a clearer head, this podcast gives you tools you can use today to feel more connected, grounded, and confident. more Producer/Network Professor Jeff Hastings
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guest Professor Jeff Hastings
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 8 Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
35. Managing Your Mental Health During Your PhD: A Survival Guide
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This book explores the PhD experience as never before and provides a 'survival guide' for current and prospective PhD students. The book investigates why mental health issues are so common among the postgraduate population, going beyond the statistics, looking at lived experience of both the author and as well as current PhD students, who have found balancing mental wellness with the PhD endeavour challenging.The author discusses tips and tricks she wished she had known at the start of her PhD process for managing mental health, such as managing imposter feelings, prioritising workload, a..more Host Gabriella Kountourides
Producer/Network Zoe Ayres
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 4/5Apple Reviews 3 Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
36. Hear Me Out
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Hear Me Out is a podcast dedicated to telling stories of resilience and promoting mental health that is hosted by students at the University of South Carolina
Hosts Katie, Darbi
Producer/Network Healthy Campus Initiatives
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Brooklyn, Anthony +1 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 21Facebook 251.9KTwitter 69Instagram 221.1K Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
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| Podcaster Name | Role | Podcast Link | Podcast Episodes | Gender | Twitter Handle | Location | |
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| Sadie Sutton | Host | shepersistedpodcast.com/podcast | 534 | Female | @persistpodcast | CA, United States | |
| Ryan Hilinski | Co Host | buzzsprout.com/966784 | 277 | Male | @ryan_hilinski | Evanston, IL, United States | |
| Brian Maurer | Co Host | buzzsprout.com/966784 | 277 | Male | @maurerera_2 | ||
| Aneeska Sohal | Co Host | buzzsprout.com/957487 | 88 | Female | |||
| Saul Devlin | Co Host | buzzsprout.com/957487 | 88 | Male | |||
| Melissa Thrasher | Co Host | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/enlightenu | 32 | Female | MI, United States | ||
| Lolita Cummings | Co Host | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/enlightenu | 32 | Female | MI, United States | ||
| Josh Bailey | Host | buzzsprout.com/2074565 | 48 | ||||
| Joel Ingersoll | Host | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mentalhealthuniversity | 45 | Male | @drjoelingersoll | United States | |
| Kara Griffin | Host | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kara-griffin | 14 | Female | |||
| Claire McGinniss | Co Host | buzzsprout.com/2024676 | 23 | Female | |||
| Charlie Carey | Co Host | buzzsprout.com/2024676 | 23 | Male | |||
| Katie Rooney | Co Host | buzzsprout.com/2024676 | 23 | Female | United Kingdom | ||
| Marlit A. | Co Host | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/student-mental-health-pod | 1 | Female | |||
| Juliana K. | Co Host | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/student-mental-health-pod | 1 | Female | |||
| Gabriella Kountourides | Host | shows.acast.com/managing-your-mental-health-during-your-phd-a-survival-guide/episodes | 13 | Female | @gkountourides | London, United Kingdom | |
| Katie | Co Host | hearmeoutusc.libsyn.com | 68 | Female | |||
| Darbi | Co Host | hearmeoutusc.libsyn.com | 68 | Female |
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