Podcasts have grown in popularity in recent years, offering a new medium to share stories to audiences around the world.

A number of people in Norfolk have picked up a microphone and started their own series.

From true crime to horses, here are seven podcasts from Norfolk for people to try.

1. If women were meant to fly, the sky would be pink

Eastern Daily Press: Enid Otun has broken barriers and paved the way for women in aviation and is an active member of the LGBTQ+ community in Norwich.Byline: Sonya Duncan(C) Archant 2020Enid Otun has broken barriers and paved the way for women in aviation and is an active member of the LGBTQ+ community in Norwich.Byline: Sonya Duncan(C) Archant 2020 (Image: Archant 2020)

Captain Enid Otun became one of the first female pilots in Africa and was the first woman to become a chief pilot in Nigeria.

Ms Otun, who has lived in Norwich since 2005, started her podcast two years ago and has gone on to release 40 episodes.

The series chronicles the ups and downs of working in a male-dominated industry while sharing inspiring stories along the way.

2. Beekeeping: Short and Sweet

Stewart Spinks of the Norfolk Honey Company is a mentor to thousands of beekeeping enthusiasts worldwide through his podcast and social media channels.

The podcast, which Mr Spinks started in 2018, shares short snippets of beekeeping advice as well as stories from his experience as a beekeeper and has found many fans interested in this growing hobby.

3. Weird Norfolk

Described as a "cabinet of curiosities," Weird Norfolk unravels the many mysterious happenings and haunting tales that have occurred in the county.

The forgotten folklore is brought to life by hosts Stacia Briggs and Siofra Connor in monthly episodes.

4. Sounds of the Sanctuary

Eastern Daily Press: Head of fundraising at Redwings Gemma Walpole, pictured with Dennis the horse, will be running 10K to raise money for the charity.Head of fundraising at Redwings Gemma Walpole, pictured with Dennis the horse, will be running 10K to raise money for the charity. (Image: Archant)

Redwings horse sanctuary in Norfolk started its own podcast last year and has since concluded the first series.

The podcast shares stories of the rescued horses and donkeys at the sanctuary, and conversations with its expert carers and rescuers.

5. Norfolk and Good

Hosted by Enjoying Norfolk, a company that connects people with the county's businesses and attractions, Norfolk and Good sings the praises of what is on offer in the region.

Episodes are released fortnightly.

6. Unfinished

True crime fans can get their fix from this Norfolk-based podcast, which explores the most troubling cold cases in the east of England.

There are currently 21 to enjoy and new episodes are in the works.

7. Adam Buxton

Eastern Daily Press: Adam Buxton records his popular podcast from his home in WymondhamAdam Buxton records his popular podcast from his home in Wymondham (Image: Archant)

The Wymondham-based comedian, actor and writer has been bringing lots of laughs and stories to his listeners since 2015.

His podcast features rambling conversations that are sometimes funny, sometimes serious and continues to be one of the most popular podcasts in the UK.