Best playlists and podcasts for WFH focus — share what you're listening to
by Eunice Teng·May 24, 2026
Building a list because everyone in my team keeps asking each other this. Sharing mine, please add yours.
For deep focus work:
- Brain.fm (paid but worth it — the AI music is genuinely different from regular lo-fi)
- Lofi Girl (YouTube/Spotify) — the classic for a reason
- Classical music, specifically Bach — controversial but research-backed for concentration
For light admin work:
- Any podcast that doesn't require full attention (true crime if you're into it)
- Synthwave or chillhop playlists on Spotify
Malaysian-made content I enjoy:
- BFM 89.9 podcasts (The Business Hour, Enterprise) — good for staying current on Malaysian business
- Fully Booked podcast for book lovers who want background intellectual stimulation
What are you listening to? Especially looking for something good for code review or data work.