True Crime
Critic Review
"(Season 3 Updated) Madeleine Baran's team landed the plane, shining a light on how despite..."
Interview, Comedy
Critic Review
"...the 22-year-old Tennessee native spends some time talking about her fame (“it’s crazy how I said..."
Society, News
Critic Review
"Most compelling is Reed’s vulnerability and willingness to face scrutiny and question his own..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"...an investigation by one journalist that leads to an extraordinary twist. Who Killed Emma?..."
News, Commentary
Critic Review
"Literary titan Neil Gaiman faces accusations of sexual abuse dating back to the 1980s. Tortoise..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"...characterised by smart, sensitive and detailed storytelling. The series spans 10 episodes and..."
Conspiracy, Society
Critic Review
"...entertainingly written listen, but I hope the ensuing episodes progress beyond the worlds of..."
Books
Critic Review
"I was surprised at how much I enjoyed Sara Pascoe and Cariad Lloyd’s audio version, Sara & Cariad’s..."
True Crime, Society
Critic Review
"(Season: Night Shift) Adelstein delivers the story without exploitation."
Comedy Fiction, Politics, Fiction, Comedy, News
Critic Review
"...thoroughly meta ...so far at least – a self-described “darkly satirical take on the centrist dad..."
Conspiracy, Music, Society
Critic Review
"(Series: Furby's) The latest fun, self-aware “investigation” from the comic sees her calling up..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"We were mildly impressed with "Noble." Rebecca loved the suspense of the opening scene, but thought..."
Society
Critic Review
"I've listened to the first two episodes, and both were superb. The second episode with Debby Soo,..."
Fiction, TV & Film (Movies), Sci-Fi
Critic Review
"Fiona Shaw is one of our greatest living actors and brings her signature quality to Ad Lucem...but..."
Arts
Critic Review
"What I also admire is that these recommenders focus on independent podcasts that are often lost in..."
History, Society
Critic Review
"Host Chenjerai Kumanyika lays bare a raw and often shocking narrative of the NYPD’s..."
History, Society, Comedy
Critic Review
"It’s got a real mission, it’s journalism but it’s funny but it’s making a real point. And then I..."
Society, Entertainment (Pop Culture), True Crime
Critic Review
"(Series: Winona) As a narrator, Williams is likeable and sometimes reveals personal..."
Entertainment (Pop Culture), Music
Critic Review
"Two Hip Hop legends interview MVPs of the culture. Don't pass on this one. This is The Fun House..."
True Crime, History, LGBTQ
Critic Review
"(Updated) Key to the success of this gripping series is the empathetic presentation of Jordan..."
Music, History
Critic Review
"...panache and insight. Its jump-around style reminds me a little of Radio 1 documentaries, which..."
Health & Wellness
Critic Review
"Lara loved hearing their real-time investigation into the latest vapes, as well as Neyfakh's..."
True Crime, Society
Critic Review
"Rebecca thought it was mid, and too dense to follow. Toby believed it was needlessly complicated..."
Documentary, Society, Comedy
Critic Review
"...trust me on this one—he(Zweig) has an uncanny ability to crack people open during an interview..."
Comedy
Critic Review
"...delightful...really mastered the art of talking about nothing. It’s slightly amazing that nobody..."
Society, Technology
Critic Review
"The resulting series can be a little shaggy and uneven at times, but the underlying oomph of..."
True Crime, Comedy
Critic Review
"Presiding over these quirky tales are Emmy-nominated filmmakers James Lee Hernandez and Brian..."
Comedy
Critic Review
"How to Do Everything isn’t just full of life tips, it’s also a survival guide for the sort of..."
News, History
Critic Review
"...it’s a riveting exposé that will leave you wide-eyed and questioning the very foundation of..."
Comedy, True Crime
Critic Review
"As a character study, #1 Dad is fascinating....over several electrifying episodes, they have an..."
History, True Crime
Critic Review
"Apparently "power corrupts", it seems that so does money. Swindled examines some of the most..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"If such flippancy seems inappropriate in a case that involved at least 19 murders, then I might..."
Society, True Crime, Documentary
Critic Review
"It’s a harrowing tale of brainwashing – and ripe for a reimagining from the likes of Sofia Coppola,..."
Society
Critic Review
"This podcast is fascinating, frustrating, enlightening, and disheartening. It forces the listener..."
Society, Mental Health, Investigative
Critic Review
"...Taberski’s interviewing style is warm, witty, and engaging. His subjects are clearly comfortable..."
Society, Personal Journals
Critic Review
"...the long-running BBC Radio 4 podcast notable for its concision and its experimental..."
TV & Film (Movies), Comedy
Critic Review
"Cast member from legendary British sitcom 'Allo 'Allo discuss the episodes and dive into trivia..."
Music, Health & Wellness
Critic Review
"Music as therapy is as long established as it is fascinating, and Dervish’s Shane Mitchell and..."
Music, History
Critic Review
"... a nostalgic romp through the band’s songs, swagger and legacy."
True Crime
Critic Review
"...so many breathtakingly brazen acts of falsehood over six gripping episodes that it’s hard to..."
Fiction
Critic Review
"Turn the lights out, and gather round the wireless. Prepare to be scared as we head back to the..."
Relationships, Society
Critic Review
"The story wobbles a line along the well-trod Nature vs Nurture theme. But it also considers the..."
Society
Critic Review
"(Episode: A Hard Pill To Swallow) ...a sensitive and thought-provoking examination of sobriety..."
Comedy, News
Critic Review
"If proceedings sometimes feel a little amateurish, the listener can reflect that this is also part..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"Lara liked the set up but was left wondering what was true or not. Toby waited for an explanation..."
Leisure, Pets, Nature
Critic Review
"...ticks the hirsute hipster box (check out his Instagram of the same name) who trades his..."
TV & Film (Movies), Entertainment (Pop Culture)
Critic Review
"The podcasting pair review new small-screen shows, frequently going off-topic, and in bonus..."
Sports
Critic Review
"You listen for the deep historical research, the blend of interviews and archival tape, and the..."
Society, Sports
Critic Review
"Like Sportly does best, they’re giving a full overview of the history of the Olympics and how it..."
Society, Documentary
Critic Review
"Violence Week not only shines a light on the first-degree effects and turmoil but also steps back..."
Fiction
Critic Review
"The sound design is impressive — this is a pod best heard on headphones — and the cast acquit..."
Sci-Fi
Critic Review
"Where is Tanis? What is Tanis? Is Tanis real? Podcaster Nic Silver is trying to find the answer to..."
Fiction, Mystery
Critic Review
"Wilson is well cast in the title role, an Indiana Jones-meets-Edmund Hillary figure bursting with..."
Society
Critic Review
"Policing Protest is simultaneously highly relevant and completely out of date. The BBC’s home..."
Society, History, LGBTQ
Critic Review
"The songs can be a little musical theatre for my taste, and I would have liked some more dynamism..."
Society, Personal Journals
Critic Review
"Even your reviewer — who is categorically not in the core demographic — can appreciate why the..."
Comedy
Critic Review
"Trains of thought run hither and thither on Perfect Day with Jessica Knappett, which is amiably..."
Comedy, Interview
Critic Review
"Her unfiltered bluster is the perfect fit for fellow oversharers...Social butterfly Campbell wants..."
Food, Society
Critic Review
"...like a wander around London’s Borough Market...bringing out their enthusiasm and recommendations..."
Paranormal
Critic Review
"Sloat is a big fan of spiritual exploration, so he’s perfectly placed to introduce the..."
Society, Visual Arts
Critic Review
"...second season of Manchester venue Factory International’s fun and inspiring podcast...dose of..."
Storytelling, True Crime, Women
Critic Review
"Brittani Ard is a skilled storyteller willing to bring to light some of her darkest moments...You..."
Religion, History
Critic Review
"Why do I find all this so absorbing? After all, I’ve never believed in any of it. I suppose one..."
True Crime, News
Critic Review
"(Season 2) The first episode of Snafu was good but the second one, about the risky things this..."
Paranormal, Fiction
Critic Review
"...quirky premise but the stories have been good and well produced...the storytellers do a really..."
Travel, Comedy
Critic Review
"...it was so good, I kept going and going until I listened to every single one. These episodes fly..."
Comedy, Society, News
Critic Review
"...this conspiracy is a lot of fun. I mean, the fact that people think this is true speaks to how..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"...kicked things into high gear in episode two...they all sound so believable, so it’s a real..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"Cole Acasio unpacks the chilling events that rocked the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta and draws..."
Society, Comedy
Critic Review
"...interviews, improv segments, rich sound design, and tons of creativity. Underneath the silliness..."
History, Music
Critic Review
"...the makers of The True Story of The Fake Zombies have bungled it. The first instalment of the..."
Fiction, Drama
Critic Review
"Comparative Religion student Sarah Lyons is on a quest to discover if The Devil really exists. Will..."
History, Documentary
Critic Review
"...a sweetly surprising documentary... It’s enhanced and highlighted by sensitive soundwork by the..."
Health & Wellness, History, Society
Critic Review
"(Series: Muscle Men) ...a couple of episodes in and it’s certainly pumping iron....it’s a fun,..."
Literature, Books, Business
Critic Review
"...doesn’t quite unlock the secret of inspiration...If the contributors can keep focused, this..."
News
Critic Review
"...diligent and immediate...superseded in relevance — and contextual detail…"
Society
Critic Review
"...the business is not immune to criticism — and not just from bereaved relatives who can think of..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"(Season: Dark Canyon) The panel all thought this 10 part series was way too long. The panel gave it..."
Society
Critic Review
"(Mini-Series: The Arc of Love) Esther Perel, who is not only admirably tough with her clients but..."
TV & Film (Movies)
Critic Review
"...immersive, illuminating, atmospheric guide..."
Fiction, Drama
Critic Review
"...the captivating storyline quickly drew me into an obscure call-show world. For seasoned fiction..."
Health & Wellness, Personal Journals
Critic Review
"Holmes brings a stoic humour to the topic, often scripted but always with a service to the..."
Music
Critic Review
"One for all you metal fans! Neil, Paul, and Simon discuss whats new (and what's classic) in the..."
Conversational
Critic Review
"...so mild-mannered, one wonders whether the old Trot is taking us for some elaborate ride. ..."
Society, History, Marketing
Critic Review
"I don't say that podcasts are important lightly. This one? This one I think is one of the most..."
Politics, Government, News
Critic Review
"Every episode, no matter the subject matter, gives me at least one moment that has me laughing out..."
History, BIPOC
Critic Review
"Nichole is a masterful storyteller, the way she pulls us through episode one...It’s full of really..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"It’s hard to listen to yet another tale of a woman vanishing and society shrugging its shoulders,..."
Society, Documentary
Critic Review
"Not only does their name and so much of the language around their show include many delightful..."
Music, LGBTQ
Critic Review
"To be honest, I’ve never thought much about Bruce Springsteen, but listening to Jesse and Holly..."
Music, Conversational, Storytelling
Critic Review
"If you were someone who watched behind-the-scenes videos about your favourite bands or big events..."
Politics
Critic Review
"Sara Sadhwani and Juan Diego Ramirez bring their expertise and ability to clearly explain political..."
Sports
Critic Review
"Not essential, but interesting enough...then much of what surrounds the Olympics is upside down..."
Kids & Family
Critic Review
"It’s fine, though hosts Sam and Tim are so upbeat it makes your eyes water, with their terrible..."
Business
Critic Review
"Rather than just have the professors opine on their own expertise and research, it has a really..."
History
Critic Review
"...the brilliance of In Our Time lies in both its broad applications, such as better understanding..."
Spanish
Critic Review
"Es muy difícil que te enganches y te conviertas en fan de Los Guardianes de la Espada si no te..."
TV & Film (Movies), True Crime
Critic Review
"Following the disappearance of a woman in Long Island, the police discover four sets of human..."
Politics, Society
Critic Review
"The podcast, which has been in development for more than a year, also promises other influential..."
Comedy, True Crime
Critic Review
"...so far this is one to swerve, due to a decent concept being overshadowed by the mindless yap of..."