The Women Podcasters Awards has announced the winners of its 2026 awards programme recognising women podcasters and professionals across multiple categories.
The awards spotlight creators who inform, entertain, educate and inspire listeners worldwide, ranging from emerging voices to established industry figures, reflecting the growing visibility of women across podcasting.
Jennifer Henczel, Founder of the Women Podcasters Awards, said: “The podcasting space continues to expand in meaningful ways, and women are leading powerful conversations across every niche imaginable.
“These winners are being recognized not only for the quality of their shows, but for the communities they build, the stories they share, and the difference they make through their voices.”
2026 Award Winners
Best Authors & Books Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Linda Morra
Best Business Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Lyndsay Dowd
Best Careers Podcasts Award:
Hosted by: Betsy Hamm
Best Coaching Podcast Award:
Transforming Healthcare Coaching
Hosted by: Lillian Liang Emlet
Best Coaching Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Kimberly Spencer
Best Comedy Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Ellen Ancui & Sophie Levine
Best Documentary Podcast Award:
The Rabbit Hole: Conspiracy Theories
Hosted by: Danielle Mercy
Best Education Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Stephanie Poppins
Best Financial Podcast Award:
The Angel Next Door: Wealth Reimagined
Hosted by: Marcia Dawood
Best History Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Sheri Lynch
Best Horror, Thriller & Paranormal Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Alexandra Segel
Best Inspiration & Motivation Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Stefanie Ruth
Best LGBTQIA2S+ Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Heather Hester
Best Lifestyle Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Dinalynn Rosenbush
Best Mindset & Mental Health Podcast Award:
Magnetic Communication
Hosted by: Sandy Gerber
Best News or Entertainment Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Eteng Ettah
Best Pets & Animals Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Marcie Davis
Best Regional Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Angela Ross
Best Science Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Kate Wilson
Best Society & Cultures Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Kelsey Billingsley
Best Sports Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Tammy Trujillo & Mara Flynn Cassidy
Best Storytelling Podcast Award:
Hosted by: Keesha Scott
Best Technology Podcast Award:
Faith and Tech Bytes with Amy Lynn
Hosted by: Amy Lynn
Best Wellness Podcast Award:
Bendy Bodies: Your Guide to Hypermobility Health and EDS
Hosted by: Dr Linda Bluestein
Best Broadcaster Award:
Hosted by: Elisabeth Vealey
Best Producer Award:
Best Expert Guest Award:
The Awards celebration can be viewed here.
