Top Christian Podcasts for Women Who Need Hope (Including One You’ve Never Heard Of)

We get asked all the time about the best podcasts to listen to. If you’ve ever searched for “top Christian podcasts for women,” or maybe even “podcasts to ignite hope and courage,” or “walking in purpose/calling,” then we want to help you cut through the noise and make this simple for you. Around our table, we know women are busy, on the go, and in need of a little hope and encouragement to tuck into the nooks and crannies of our lives as we try to navigate this wild and unpredictable world. 

And we know that as women in our community, you’re craving real conversations that lift your spirits and point you back to truth. You want depth from people who are willing to be honest about the hard. People who will name the real issues we all wrestle with, while also offering practical steps and encouragement to move you forward in your everyday life. And while you want something rooted in scripture that points you back to truth, you are looking for people who are sitting with you reminding you that you’re not alone- rather than talking at you.

Well friend, we’ve got you! Here’s a roundup of some of our favorites for you to plug into your ears while you’re driving to work, cleaning the house, walking the dog, grinding out that treadmill session, or snuggled up with a cozy blanket and a cup of coffee. 

🎧 1. The Candace Cameron Bure Podcast

Real, lighthearted, and anchored in faith, Candace’s show is perfect for women balancing family, career, and calling. You’ll love her warmth and the way she makes everyday faith practical.

🎧 2. The Next Right Thing – Emily P. Freeman

Emily’s calm, reflective tone helps you pause, breathe, and make space for God’s direction in your next steps. Each short episode feels like a deep exhale for your soul.

🎧 3. House of Joy – Edie Wadsworth

This podcast feels like sitting down with your favorite friend who’s full of Southern charm and wisdom. Edie helps women create lives full of joy, beauty, and spiritual depth- even in the middle of chaos. **FUN FACT- Edie’s workshop was a catalyst for us starting the Wild Hope Rising podcast and community.

🎧 4. Honest Pod – Karrie Garcia

Karrie’s raw, unfiltered conversations about faith, trauma, and healing will inspire you to stop hiding and start healing. Every episode points to the redeeming power of Jesus in our real, messy lives. 

🎧 5. She Reads Truth Podcast – Raechel Myers & Amanda Bible Williams

A trusted staple for women who love Scripture. These conversations bring the Bible to life and help you see how God’s Word intersects with your everyday story.

🎧 6. Wild Hope Rising – Sunny Cain & Tammy Claughton

If you’ve been in a wilderness season or feel like you’ve lost your spark, this one’s for you.Wild Hope Rising is a faith-based podcast for women who are ready to stop playing small and start living anchored in truth, rooted in love, and powered by purpose.

Hosted by Sunny Cain and Tammy Claughton, each episode feels like gathering around the table with trusted friends- honest, curious, hope-filled conversations that help you name what’s really going on, reconnect with God’s heart, and rise again.

From healing and identity to purpose and freedom, Wild Hope Rising invites you to live the wide-open, spacious life you were created for.

 💛 Start with our top episode here: Wild Hope Rising- Episode 21

🎧 7. That Sounds Fun – Annie F. Downs

Annie brings laughter, honesty, and joy to every conversation. Her episodes remind you that faith doesn’t have to be heavy- sometimes it just sounds like fun.

A Final Word of Encouragement

If you’re walking through hard things or simply longing for more purpose and peace, remember that right there in the midst of your hard season, in the midst of the wilderness, hope is rising.  God’s presence meets us in the middle of ordinary moments- from dishes to deadlines to doubts and He is whispering reminders that we are seen, loved, and never alone.

So pour the coffee, press play, and let these voices of faith and hope fill your heart with truth and courage for the days ahead.

Here’s to finding joy in the small things, strength in the hard things, and hope in every moment.

Happy listening, friend. 💛