The Mid Life Dating Files 2025

What podcasts are you listening to?

“Podcasts vs. Pages: My Take on How I Learn and Grow”

I’ll be honest — I don’t really listen to podcasts. Maybe I should, but I don’t. If I spent more time traveling, I could see myself tuning in to motivational podcasts or even using that time to learn new languages, like French or Spanish. After all, one of my bucket list dreams is to explore Europe and be able to communicate in more than just English.

But for now, give me a good book any day. There’s just something about holding a book, turning its pages, and getting lost in a story or new idea that a podcast can’t quite replace for me. Reading lets me slow down, think deeply, and imagine in a way that feels personal and peaceful.

Still, I admire how podcasts make learning so accessible — a great tool for people on the go. Maybe one day I’ll find one that hooks me. Until then, I’ll stick to my stack of books, a cup of coffee, and maybe a few travel guides for that future trip across Europe.