Kat Johnson
Kat is an Audible editor and podcast addict who lightens up her rotation of true crime, hidden history, and investigative journalism with mystically tinged self-dev and the occasional science blockbuster to sound smarter at parties. You can subscribe to her nonfiction newsletter here.
Articles and interviews
"The List" is about the all-too-real perils of living our lives online
Debut novelist Yomi Adegoke leaned into thriller vibes to craft her chilling tale about the repercussions of anonymous accusations on the internet.
"The Secret History" was always about the aesthetics
Donna Tartt’s debut novel caused a sensation upon release in 1992, then did it again for a new generation obsessed with its dark, spellbinding world.
Understanding Tupac through the lens of "An Amerikan Family"
The Shakurs, and particularly matriarch Afeni Shakur, were a potent force in shaping Black liberation and the future of hip-hop.
Leon Neyfakh on the enduring enigma of New York's notorious subway vigilante
"Fear is a powerful, elemental force that lives in all of us."
Medical mysteries for true crime fans
From patient memoirs to investigative podcasts, the hunt for a diagnosis involves unusual suspects, diligent detective work, and a singular crime scene—the body.
True crime's new ambition: systemic justice
These 10 provocative listens don't just dig into the invisible scaffolding that supports injustice around us—they seek to dismantle it.
Troubled waters: the best disaster-at-sea nonfiction
These wild but true tales loom large in the annals of maritime history and survival stories.
Donovan X. Ramsey explodes the persistent myths of the crack era
Told through the lens of four individuals, "When Crack Was King" is a kaleidoscopic history of the diverse impacts of the war on drugs.
The dark side of influencer culture, low-rise jeans, and other "Adult Drama"
Viral essayist Natalie Beach revisits the Caroline Calloway story that broke the internet in her funny new collection.
"In Cold Blood" is still the gold standard in true crime
Read to chilling perfection by acclaimed narrator Scott Brick, Truman Capote's 1966 masterpiece remains the nonfiction crime narrative to beat.
The very best listens for commuting to work
Ride to work with the most engaging audiobooks and podcasts for every kind of commute and listening style.
The creator of "Donor 9623" on the podcast's shocking next chapter
Dov Fox uncovers the surprising legal, social, and ethical ramifications of the biggest reproductive hoax in history.
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