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Chilling Tales for Dark Nights: A Horror Anthology and Scary Stories Series Podcast

A horror fiction anthology featuring creepy stories from various authors, performed by voice actors with sound effects and music.

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The Chris Hedges Report

Interviews with authors, journalists, and cultural figures on history, politics, and war.

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Reading Glasses

Two authors share practical tips and humorous advice for improving your reading habits and solving common book lover problems.

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The Book Review

Top authors and critics discuss the week's most notable books and literary news with The New York Times Book Review.

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Dragons in the Details: An ACOTAR & Maasverse Deep Dive Podcast

Explores themes, characters, and hidden details in Sarah J. Maas's fantasy books and the Maasverse through in-depth literary analysis.

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Fated Mates - Romance Books for Novel People

Romance novel discussions and read-alongs that celebrate the genre as a feminist tool against the patriarchy.

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School of War

Discussions with military leaders, policymakers, and historians on the strategy, history, and consequences of war.

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History of Westeros (Game of Thrones)

A deep dive into the lore, books, and episodes of George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire and its TV adaptations.

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How I Write

A weekly exploration of the creative processes and habits of today’s top writers, revealing how they turn ideas into finished work.

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Walking With Dante

A guided passage-by-passage exploration of Dante’s Divine Comedy, its language, history, and lasting significance.

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The Losers' Club: A Stephen King Podcast

A weekly deep dive into Stephen King's bibliography and cultural impact, analyzed with humor and critical insight.

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Fresh Air

Intimate interviews with prominent figures in arts, culture, and current affairs.

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Horror Hill: A Horror Anthology and Scary Stories Series Podcast

A horror fiction anthology featuring multiple chilling stories performed by voice actor Erik Peabody and written by independent authors.

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Overdue

Two friends read and discuss books they’ve been meaning to get around to, from classics to obscure titles.

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The Rest Is Entertainment

Richard Osman and Marina Hyde offer insider perspectives on TV, film, and pop culture with behind-the-scenes insights and industry analysis.

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The Book Club

Explores the historical context and author backgrounds behind classic and contemporary books.

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Sherlock Holmes Bedtime Stories

A soothing reading of Sherlock Holmes stories in chronological order, paired with relaxation music to help listeners fall asleep.

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Pop Culture Happy Hour

Reviews and discussions of movies, TV, music, and video games from a rotating panel of pop culture critics and guests.

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If Books Could Kill

Examines popular airport bestsellers and their impact on readers' thinking.

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Myths and Legends

Retells global myths and legends, from Arthur to Aladdin, with origins and tales reimagined for modern listeners.

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Myths and Legends

Retells myths, legends, and folklore from around the world, revealing surprising origins and little-known tales of heroes, gods, and magic.

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Sherlock & Co.

A modern podcast retelling of Sherlock Holmes' cases through the perspective of Dr. John Watson.

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LECTURE LENS

Explores core ideas from university courses across disciplines, explaining complex topics clearly and concisely for lifelong learners.

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Off The Shelf with Morgann Book

A weekly conversation with authors about the real-life inspirations, writing quirks, and personal stories behind their books.

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Little Stories for Tiny People: Anytime and bedtime stories for kids

Original stories for children with imaginative characters and gentle adventures, ideal for bedtime or family listening.

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Zero to Well-Read

A weekly exploration of famous books, covering plot, themes, and significance, from classics to modern literary hits.

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Fantasy Fangirls

Two sisters discuss fantasy books, analyzing lore, characters, and theories with humor and pop culture references.

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Selected Shorts

Actors perform live readings of short fiction, blending literature and performance to explore the human experience.

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Dr. Creepen's Dungeon

A weekly showcase of original horror, fantasy, and sci-fi short fiction.

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The New Yorker: Fiction

A monthly reading and conversation with The New Yorker’s fiction editor Deborah Treisman.

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The New Yorker Radio Hour

Profiles, storytelling, and insightful conversations are explored in episodes hosted by David Remnick.

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The Currently Reading Podcast

Two hosts discuss their current reads and offer genre-spanning, spoiler-free book reviews to help listeners choose what to read next.

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Storytime for Grownups

Classic literature read aloud with helpful commentary for adult listeners.

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Books, Beach, & Beyond

Authors discuss writing, publishing, and literary life with insights from bestselling creators and industry insiders.

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NPR's Book of the Day

A daily podcast highlighting the most compelling new books across genres, distilled into brief, accessible episodes.

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Friends & Fiction

Four bestselling authors discuss books, writing, and the literary life with fellow writers and readers.

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