Andreea is a podcast marketer, producer, and writer active in the U.S. podcasting space and, more recently, in Europe. She works at Tink Media, edits the EarBuds Podcast Collective newsletter, and founded and curates Eurowaves, a European podcasting newsletter. She is also the founder of Her Time Romania, the first non-profit dedicated to empowering young women in leadership in Romania. Passionate about international collaborations and media, she is dedicated to amplifying diverse voices in audio and building cross-border connections in the industry.
This list highlights some of my favorite podcasts from across Europe, including cross-border collaborations. They cover everything from politics and history to culture and fiction. Each one brings a unique perspective, amplifying European stories for listeners everywhere.
Titania
If you are a fan of fiction podcasts, you will love this one. It’s a thriller that plays with the idea of technology changing the rules of the game, and the sound design is absolutely incredible. The acting pulls you right in. This is one to experience with headphones on. Originally produced in Spanish as a branded podcast, it made waves in the Spanish-speaking world, winning Best Podcast at the Premios Ondas 2023 and Best Branded at the Premios Ondas Globales del Podcast 2023. The English adaptation is also available. It’s a great example of how creative international collaborations can be when brands embrace audio.
Europod•English: Sea of Rage
WePod released some of the best cross-border storytelling I’ve heard. Originally released this year in Spanish and Italian, Sea of Rage, co-produced by Podium Podcast and Chora Media, is a perfect example. The podcast takes you to the streets of Barbate and Gioia Tauro—two towns nearly 2,000km apart but linked by high unemployment, distrust in institutions, and a deeper, more complicated issue: drug trafficking. With powerful on-the-ground reporting, historical research, and gripping storytelling, Sea of Rage unpacks the complexities behind the headlines.
The Europeans | European news, politics and culture
This podcast is all about European news, but in a fun and engaging way. Katy and Dominic do a fantastic job of bringing the latest stories to life. One of my favorite series they released is The Oatly Chronicles. As Europeans, we love our dairy—220 kg per person in 2022, to be exact. Another interesting fact you’ll learn is that 30-40% of Europeans are vegetarian, and only 3-4% are vegan. This series is so well-researched and dives deep into the environmental impact of dairy consumption. This European news podcast blends classic, informative episodes with limited-series deep dives that will really get you thinking.
Don’t Drink the Milk – The curious history of things
If you’re not already tuning into Don’t Drink The Milk, it’s time to add it to your favorites. Its mission is uncovering the unexpected histories of everyday things. Each episode explores how items or ideas have traveled across cultures and eras. One episode that stands out for me is “Invisible Work: Women Strike Back“. It exposes the often-overlooked labor women perform daily, from Iceland to South Korea. This episode highlights how women worldwide are pushing back against invisible labor and advocating for recognition and equality.
Dig Where You Stand
This production by Kollo Media is a deeply important topic that demands attention. Europe’s colonial past continues to shape the present, and this three-part podcast discusses the painful legacy of this history. It focuses on ancestral remains held in Berlin institutions and the heartbreaking stories of communities whose ancestors were taken and never returned. The podcast features interviews with experts, researchers, activists, filmmakers, and museum directors, all contributing to the ongoing fight for repatriation. What I appreciate most is how the narrative centers on the people most affected by these historical injustices, giving them a voice in the conversation. It’s a must-listen.
Europod•English: Truck Drivers
Another WePod production that is a must-listen is Truck Drivers. This podcast takes you on a journey across Europe, telling the stories of those keeping our economies going: truck drivers. This sector faces a shortage of 230,000 drivers—a number projected to exceed 700,000 in the coming years. The storytelling is compelling and includes in-depth, extremely well-made interviews with drivers, industry experts, and activists. It candidly talks about the challenges of life on the road, including from a gendered perspective. There are three versions available: English, French and Spanish.
UnReality
For fans of both fiction and narrative podcasts, Talia Augustidis’ UnReality is a wonderful choice. Each episode brings forth stories between dreams and fantasies. In the recently released second season, Talia explores topics such as tarot cards, childhood memories, dad jokes, songwriting, and more. Talia’s brilliant work speaks for itself and this podcast is a must-listen, especially for audio-only fans.
Born Greek – Made American
One of the 2024 runner-ups of the International Women’s Podcast Awards was Born Greek – Made American. This podcast takes a deep dive into Greek-American history, international adoptions, broken families, espionage, and treason. At its core, it tells adeeply human story. The structure and narration of the show are fantastic—it keeps you hooked from start to finish. What I really appreciate is how this podcast showcases the power of cross-cultural storytelling. It’s a perfect example of how podcasts can connect people from diverse backgrounds and help them learn from one another.
Where’s Home, Really?
Where’s Home Really? with Jimi Famurewa wrapped in December 2023 but there is a solid backlog available to binge. I particularly enjoyed the conversations with Adjoa Andoh and Nish Kumar. What really resonated with me was learning about the guests’ cultural backgrounds, their thoughts on what “home” truly means (spoiler: it’s complicated), and the general banter between them. One of the best things about Europe is its rich diversity, and I think we could all benefit from spending more time learning about and celebrating that.
Obiceiul Pământului
I had to include a podcast from my home country, Romania. Obiceiul Pământului is a powerful investigative podcast that exposes the history and ongoing impact of the Roma slave trade in Romania. A six-part series, it tells stories of collective memory, apparent forgetting, and the systemic racism that persists today. Hosted by a fantastic team of journalists, this series brings much-needed attention to the legacies of slavery. A must-listen for anyone interested in understanding Romania’s complex social history and present.
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