Music
Critic Review
"Thomas Leblanc treats us to a true mélange of fame, fortune, and the cultural mechanics that went..."
Comedy, History
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"It’s a study of America we’ve never had before. Everything about this show is thoughtful, unique,..."
Music
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"(Season: Groupies) Groupies does a good job of conveying the perceived glamour and licentiousness..."
Literature
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"Initially, I found her cool tone a little off-putting, but every episode offered some fantastic..."
Society, History
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"(Episode: Russell Brand) As someone who loved Brand’s radio show and enjoyed interviewing him a..."
Society
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"Parlare d’amore, a cuore scoperto, e riappropriarsene senza contenerlo in schemi preimpostati è..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"...explosive premise...it's really gripping stuff..."
Society, True Crime
Critic Review
"(Season: Night Shift) Lara thought the story played out like a medical thriller film. Toby found..."
News, Society, Pets
Critic Review
"...in un solo istante, tutta questa inutile tensione si è sciolta nel morbido abbraccio della voce..."
Society, History
Critic Review
"...it felt really good to dip back into those old episodes. It made me feel like I had time..."
History, Documentary
Critic Review
"...opens beautifully, with investigative journalist Peniley Ramirez taking you to the deadly..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"Reporters Leah Sottile and Ryan Haas (of Bundyville and more) give the case justice, doing better..."
Society, Entertainment (Pop Culture)
Critic Review
"...really funny, entertaining and actually informative...fact filled and nuance filled, too, giving..."
Society
Critic Review
"This is the kind of thing I have absorbed and am aware of, but this breakdown dropped my damn..."
News, Politics
Critic Review
"...satisfyingly self-questioning...How this knotty story of unlikely Washington neighbours — all..."
Society, Food
Critic Review
"...presenter Kate Lawler and her husband, Martin “Boj” Bojtos, have a niggly, funny discussion..."
Society
Critic Review
"What struck me, in particular, was how many of the close encounters described took place when..."
Comedy, Adult
Critic Review
"...turned into a more informative, snappily edited listen...To the UK ear, Call Her Daddy can be an..."
Society, History
Critic Review
"Toby loved the story and its nontraditional storytelling format. Rebecca appreciated that each..."
Performing Arts, Arts
Critic Review
"...the storytelling, editing, and overall narrative structure alone sets it apart from a lot of..."
Self-improvement
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"...it’s the perfect mix of personally relatable conversation and scientific understanding...gives..."
Society
Critic Review
"It’s not always an easy listen, but the show is so thoughtfully produced that you want to go on..."
Society, Sports, Documentary
Critic Review
"The narrative is peppered with a raw yet captivating energy that suggests football hooliganism was..."
History, Society
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"(Season: The Rise of Fox News) Unsurprisingly the new season of Slow Burn, on the rise of Fox News,..."
Documentary, Leisure, Comedy
Critic Review
"There is an episode about the 50’s Prime Time Cafe so long and so good that involves a lengthy..."
BIPOC, Entertainment (Pop Culture)
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"They’re watching the moments and nuances that white directors and filmmakers either didn’t think..."
Fiction, Drama
Critic Review
"It’s an interesting form of narrative fiction that accurately reflects the genre, without your..."
Society
Critic Review
"Black Panther star Lupita Nyong’o tells wild and moving stories in Mind your Own…"
Arts, Books
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"As if the plantations of the Deep South weren't awful enough, Kirk Battle adds some cosmic horror..."
Society, Parenting
Critic Review
"The discussion was smart and relevant, though I would like to hear a little more from Ghey herself...."
History, Entertainment (Pop Culture)
Critic Review
"...first episode started off a little stiffly and poshly, but once Cookney and Douglas got stuck..."
News
Critic Review
"...much more knowledgeable and professional operation. Because the BBC mandates impartiality, the..."
Politics
Critic Review
"...the best podcast about American politics by miles and one of my favourite podcasts about..."
Politics
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"It’s genial and listenable, but sorely lacks the cantankerous and (sometimes excessively)..."
Politics
Critic Review
"...improved since its chaotic first episode, but is still a bit incoherent. It now offers an..."
Politics
Critic Review
"(Updated: ...their analysis is insightful and their ability to be outraged all over again by every..."
Society, Comedy
Critic Review
"Brace yourself for infectious hysteria: this raucous gigglefest hears comedians Harriet Kemsley and..."
True Crime, Documentary, Society
Critic Review
"Kevin was intrigued by the theory it was their societal station that made them targets. Toby really..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"...it’s horrific listening – and a testimony to the bravery of those speaking out."
Politics, Society
Critic Review
"If you miss Silver you might try his new podcast...He’s as sharp as ever, but the hosts don’t gel..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"(Season 3) The sheer scale of his loss is hard to fathom...just as In the Dark is rigorous in..."
Health & Wellness
Critic Review
"Wentworth is an excellent host, allowing the narrative to document the tragedy and travesty of the..."
Interview, Arts, Educational
Critic Review
"The stories and insights are complex, thoughtful, and enriching. Through open, intentional..."
Personal Journals, Society
Critic Review
"...hosted by the poised and entertaining Hannah Fry...Each episode is a story seen through a..."
Reality TV, Documentary
Critic Review
"(Season: Thrill Seekers) it is best to go in with fresh ears, as I did. Instead of spoiling the..."
Music, History
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"A two-time Pulitzer Prize-winner for his journalism, he(Morris) is an excellent host: funny,..."
Technology, Society
Critic Review
"...the year’s most deeply satisfying moment of podcast schadenfreude. The heart of this series lies..."
Music, History
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"...freewheeling, Americana-immersed...an addendum for the liner-note completists. The presenter..."
Business
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"...about Sebenius is that he has a tremendously gravelly, reassuring and slightly soporific voice,..."
Fiction, Mystery
Critic Review
"Based on a real person who studied things some people think aren't real, the "Tom Slick: Mystery..."
Society, Conversational
Critic Review
"(Series 3) ...Theroux managed to get some interesting stuff out of her. In a crowded sleb-interview..."
News, Conspiracy, Investigative
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"(Series 2) What’s refreshing about Spring is that she doesn’t make conspiracists or online haters..."
Entertainment (Pop Culture), History, Visual Arts
Critic Review
"...delightful series...The veteran trio and their producer Liz Sumner have an easygoing rapport,..."
TV & Film (Movies), True Crime
Critic Review
"(Season: Dr. Miracle) ... the rise and fall of "doctor" Robert Young seemed wholly predictable...."
Comedy
Critic Review
"The first episode was oddly specific but also felt relatable. This show has a sense of silliness,..."
Society, Documentary
Critic Review
"What sets it apart even more is Goldman’s willingness to admit when he's out of his depth...."
Music, History
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"It’s a sharp and expansive account of the making of music, the forging of friendships and the kind..."
News, Society
Critic Review
"Self-indulgent? Well yes, it is a bit. There’s nothing journalists love more than to sit around..."
Comedy
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"...perfect for those of us who go to bed early but still find ourselves googling bizarre questions..."
Commentary, News
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"...it’s not an easy listen. Some of the descriptions of the sex are explicit and upsetting. The..."
Conversational, Comedy, Parenting
Critic Review
"The pace is fast and fun. Still, she’s(Ego) observant....she’s telling us things about the..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"...an investigation by one journalist that leads to an extraordinary twist. Who Killed Emma?..."
Comedy, Interview
Critic Review
"The podcast is kind of all over the place. The podcast continues to bounce around from subject to..."
Conspiracy, Society
Critic Review
"...entertainingly written listen, but I hope the ensuing episodes progress beyond the worlds of..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"...characterised by smart, sensitive and detailed storytelling. The series spans 10 episodes and..."
Books
Critic Review
"I was surprised at how much I enjoyed Sara Pascoe and Cariad Lloyd’s audio version, Sara & Cariad’s..."
Comedy, Comedy Fiction, News, Politics, Fiction
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"...thoroughly meta ...so far at least – a self-described “darkly satirical take on the centrist dad..."
Fiction, TV & Film (Movies), Sci-Fi
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"Fiona Shaw is one of our greatest living actors and brings her signature quality to Ad Lucem...but..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"We were mildly impressed with "Noble." Rebecca loved the suspense of the opening scene, but thought..."
Arts
Critic Review
"What I also admire is that these recommenders focus on independent podcasts that are often lost in..."
Music, Conspiracy, Society
Critic Review
"(Series: Furby's) The latest fun, self-aware “investigation” from the comic sees her calling up..."
Society
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"I've listened to the first two episodes, and both were superb. The second episode with Debby Soo,..."
Science, Design, Educational
Critic Review
"Something I hadn’t thought much about when it comes to climate change and the impacts is the..."
Language, Science
Critic Review
"They are so enthusiastic about language that you can’t help getting caught up in their energy...."
Business, Climate, Society
Critic Review
" 16 minutes they give you a solid understanding of what factors to consider when it comes to..."
Design, Arts, Visual Arts
Critic Review
"I swear, the experts in this episode explain it much better than me and their dedication to..."
Business, Society
Critic Review
"(Season: Capitalism) The history lessons are deep and detailed, so this one takes some serious..."
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
Critic Review
"Just like she does on Unladylike, she’s using an intersectional lens to discover how the first..."
True Crime, Entertainment (Pop Culture), Society
Critic Review
"(Series: Winona) As a narrator, Williams is likeable and sometimes reveals personal..."
Music, Entertainment (Pop Culture)
Critic Review
"Two Hip Hop legends interview MVPs of the culture. Don't pass on this one. This is The Fun House..."
History, LGBTQ, True Crime
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"(Updated) Key to the success of this gripping series is the empathetic presentation of Jordan..."
Health & Wellness
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"Lara loved hearing their real-time investigation into the latest vapes, as well as Neyfakh's..."
Comedy
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"...delightful...really mastered the art of talking about nothing. It’s slightly amazing that nobody..."
Society, Comedy, Documentary
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"...trust me on this one—he(Zweig) has an uncanny ability to crack people open during an interview..."
Society, True Crime
Critic Review
"Rebecca thought it was mid, and too dense to follow. Toby believed it was needlessly complicated..."
Comedy, True Crime
Critic Review
"Presiding over these quirky tales are Emmy-nominated filmmakers James Lee Hernandez and Brian..."
News, History
Critic Review
"...it’s a riveting exposé that will leave you wide-eyed and questioning the very foundation of..."
History, True Crime
Critic Review
"Apparently "power corrupts", it seems that so does money. Swindled examines some of the most..."
True Crime, Comedy
Critic Review
"As a character study, #1 Dad is fascinating....over several electrifying episodes, they have an..."
Mental Health, Investigative, Society
Critic Review
"...Taberski’s interviewing style is warm, witty, and engaging. His subjects are clearly comfortable..."
Comedy, TV & Film (Movies)
Critic Review
"Cast member from legendary British sitcom 'Allo 'Allo discuss the episodes and dive into trivia..."
Personal Journals, Society
Critic Review
"...the long-running BBC Radio 4 podcast notable for its concision and its experimental..."
Music, History
Critic Review
"... a nostalgic romp through the band’s songs, swagger and legacy."
Health & Wellness, Music
Critic Review
"Music as therapy is as long established as it is fascinating, and Dervish’s Shane Mitchell and..."
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..."
News, Comedy
Critic Review
"If proceedings sometimes feel a little amateurish, the listener can reflect that this is also part..."
Relationships, Society
Critic Review
"The story wobbles a line along the well-trod Nature vs Nurture theme. But it also considers the..."
True Crime
Critic Review
"Lara liked the set up but was left wondering what was true or not. Toby waited for an explanation..."