Alanna McAuliffe
Memoir and fandom editor Alanna is a proponent of empathetic, sensitive storytelling of all kinds. She has a soft spot for investigative journalism podcasts, author-narrated memoir, character-driven fiction, and poetry that lays bare the human spirit. When she’s not reading, writing, or listening, she can be found curating her record collection, poring over Star Wars fan theories, or befriending stray cats across New York City. You can subscribe to her Memoir newsletter here.
Articles and interviews
5+ of the Biggest Revelations for Green Day Fans from Billie Joe Armstrong's Memoir
In 'Welcome to My Panic,' Armstrong leads listeners through defining moments from both his personal life and Green Day’s journey with the same soul that makes him a force onstage.
Go behind the scenes of the small screen with these television tell-alls
From retrospective podcasts to deep-dive cultural analyses, these listens will take you onto the set and into the writers' rooms of some of your favorite TV shows.
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship Members, Explained
The Fellowship of the Ring is undoubtely one of the most iconic groups of heroes in literary history. Here's your essential guide to the nine members of the Fellowship and some recommendations for further listening.
Timothy Zahn and Marc Thompson discuss "Thrawn Ascendancy: Lesser Evil"
The Star Wars audio dream team sit down to chat about what fans can expect from the newest foray into Thrawn's story.
Editors Reveal: The listens that got us hooked
From time travel to true crime to tech exposés, these are the listens that jump-started our audio journeys.
"Jurassic Park": Book vs. movie
Michael Crichton's 1990 sci-fi best seller became a cultural phenomenon with Steven Spielberg's 1993 blockbuster film adaptation. But what are the key differences between the novel and the movie?
Happy Cicada Season! Welcome Brood X with These Buzzy Throwback Best Sellers
Every 17 years, the periodical cicadas known as "Brood X" emerge from the ground in regions across the Eastern US. To make them feel at home, we present our favorite listens from past cycles—and some new recommendations to bring them up to date.
The best audiobooks for soothing anxiety
From nonfic to meditations to memoirs and more, these listens offer resonant relief in worrisome times.
Our Editors Recommend: Further Listening for Star Wars Fans
Looking to branch out from the extended universe? Our Audicted-to-Sci-Fi editors share their sci-fi recommendations sure to appeal to Star Wars fans.
Everything You Need to Know Ahead of Star Wars: The Bad Batch on Disney+
The newest Star Wars show hits Disney+ soon, so we’ve rounded up everything you need to know before watching, from release date to characters and more.
The essential guide to the "Chosen One"—Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader
Anakin Skywalker’s journey from a kind, thoughtful child to the vicious and cunning Lord Vader (as well as his road back to redemption) is a tale that echoes throughout the Star Wars series, carrying with it resonant thoughts on the nature of legacy, love, fear, and guilt.
Learn the ways of the Living Force with this definitive guide to Master Qui-Gon Jinn
One of the most wholly unique characters in the Star Wars universe, Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn operated on his own moral code and the will of the Living Force, even if they contradicted the decisions of the Jedi High Council.
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