On Purpose Podcast: Happier, Healthier And More Healed

 Although it may not seem like it, living conditions in our world have dramatically improved over the last 50 years. Hunger and poverty have been reduced, and some diseases have been conquered. But while the basics for the body have seen advances, support for the mind still suffers from neglect, ignorance, and resistance to change.

In more developed societies, health and wellness podcasts like On Purpose with Jay Shetty offer an important service to listeners in need of an empathetic ear and desire to help.

The mission of this podcast is to reach people in today’s global, hyper-connected world – as one in four people has suffered from loneliness and depression – the biggest factor this generation has ever faced.

Recently, iHeartMedia announced that the health and wellness podcast, On Purpose with Jay Shetty, has joined the iHeart Podcast Network.

If you haven't listened to this podcast, here's a synopsis. Hosted by global best-selling author, award-winning storyteller, former monk and Chief Purpose Officer of Calm Jay Shetty, On Purpose With Jay Shetty brings fascinating conversations with some of the most insightful people in the world, with the mission to help others find purpose. 

Here is iHeart's view of On Purpose: "Known for making wisdom go viral, Shetty shares insights he has gained through his life journey, while conveying complex, fascinating subjects, and perspectives that might open up someone’s mind."

"From discussing childhood trauma with Oprah, and how experiences at a young age can mold our adult life; unpacking mental health with Selena Gomez; engaging with one’s inner child with Kendall Jenner; tackling fame as a drug with Kevin Hart; Will Smith’s commitment to family; having a second chance at love with Alicia Keys; tackling racism with Lewis Hamilton; finding purpose in troubled times with Jennifer Lopez; to Kobe Bryant on inspiring others, Shetty brings mindfulness and health to the forefront."

"A platform where cultural luminaries as well as some of the great minds and figures of today can be vulnerable and open up like never before."

“On Purpose is on a journey to help make people happier, healthier and more healed,” said host Jay Shetty. “Through insightful and vulnerable conversations with icons, experts and cultural figures and weekly workshops, On Purpose is dedicated to giving our community the habits and tools to live a more fulfilling life. I’m so grateful for our loyal and ever-growing community who come back every day to listen, learn and grow. As the podcast has scaled globally, it made perfect sense to join together with the number one podcast publisher- iHeartMedia. We are so excited about this new chapter for ‘On Purpose.’”

With episodes published every Monday and Friday, and more than 20 million monthly listeners, On Purpose with Jay Shetty is an award-winning podcast that consistently ranks in the top of the podcast listening charts.  

On Purpose has also won a lot of awards. Such honors are not always a guarantee of podcast excellence, but in this case the awards are well-deserved. 

They include:

• The Webby Awards People’s Voice winner - Podcasts - Health & Wellness (General Series).

• Won Best in Health & Wellness at the 11th Shorty Awards; honored with the Outstanding Achievement Online Award at The Asian Awards; and most recently,

• iHeartRadio Podcast Award nominee for Podcast of the Year, Best Advice & Inspirational Podcast and Best Host; and Signal Awards nominee for Best Video Podcast Show - Individual Episodes, and Health & Wellness - Individual Episodes.

• In addition, Shetty was also listed in The Hollywood Reporter’s Most Powerful People in Podcasting. (Again, I was neglected by The Hollywood Reporter.)

“Since launching On Purpose just four years ago, Jay has become one of the most influential voices in podcasting, especially when it comes to conversations around mental health and wellness,” said Will Pearson, President of iHeart Podcasts. “Podcasts are a powerful, intimate medium, so it’s not surprising that we’ve seen such a tremendous number of listeners turning toward this medium as a mental health resource. We’re thrilled to be joining forces with Jay to help him bring his wisdom to an even broader audience and to expand what we’re doing in this category in such a meaningful way.”

On Purpose with Jay Shetty will join the network’s existing roster of popular shows focused on the topic, including Pushkin’s The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos, (one of my favorites), and A Slight Change of Plans with Dr. Maya Shankar. (another favorite of mine.)