Why: Lenny's newsletter is arguably the single most valuable resource for product managers.
His podcast takes it up a level with in-depth interviews with the world's leading product thinkers and growth experts.
Why: LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman needs no introduction.
His long-running Masters Of Scale podcast provides incredible insights into the growth stories behind some of the world's most successful tech companies.
Why: Jason Knight is one of the most refreshing voices in product.
What makes this stand out is its diversity. It isn't about thought leaders imparting wisdomโit's about real PMs talking about what works.
Why: Melissa Perri's Escape The Build Trap should be essential reading for every PM.
Her Product Thinking podcast looks at the wider role of product management, and how you can level up your product leadership.
Why: Mind The Product has some incredibly useful resources for PMs at every level.
One of the best, though, is The Product Experience with in-depth interviews with some of the most talented PMs around.
Why: Not to be confused with a space podcast of the same name.
Liftoff by product consultancy Bottle Rocket is packed with insights from people with experience starting, building and growing businesses and products.
Why: From the team at 37Signals who brought you Basecamp and Hey.
Rework is a hugely enjoyable podcast full of advice you can actually use to improve the way you work.
Why: Guy Raz digs into the origin stories behind some of the world's best known companies.
What's the one thing they all have in common? Building a product or company from the ground up is messy.
Why: Freakonomics co-author Stephen J. Dubner explores the hidden side of everything.
If you're interested in how the world really works (and as a PM, you should be), then this podcast will give you the answers.
Why: Farnham Street author Shane Parrish interviews world class doers and thinkers.
This podcast gives you the mental tools you need to analyze problems, seize opportunities, and master decision-making.
Summary:
10 podcasts to level-up your PM skills:
1. Lenny's Podcast
2. Masters of Scale
3. One Knight In Product
4. Product Thinking
5. The Product Experience
6. Liftoff
7. Rework
8. How I Built This
9. Freakonomics Radio
10. The Knowledge Project