Nonfiction
Goth rocker Lol Tolhurst beckons listeners to the dark side
The co-founder of English post punk powerhouse The Cure knows a thing or two about the misconstrued romantics of the goth subculture.
Finally, a how-to for wallflowers
Aparna Nancherla challenges misconceptions about introverts in her Audible Original podcast, "The Introvert’s Survival Guide."
True crime and history sagas for fans of "Killers of the Flower Moon"
Looking for more thoughtful takes on American history through the lens of crime and systemic injustice? These 10 nonfic gems strike similar chords to David Grann's National Book Award finalist.
What do our pockets tell us about human behavior?
In her new micro-history, dress history expert Hannah Carlson explores the surprisingly controversial history of this facet of fashion.
The best audiobooks about aliens for curious humans
Exploring topics from astrophysics to Martian invasion, these listens—from speculative fiction to scientific explorations and the occult—will have you looking to the stars.
The best horse listens for your inner horse girl
This collection of classic, contemporary, and hidden gem horse stories will feed equine lovers of all breeds.
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.
Possessed by "The Exorcist," Nat Segaloff dissects the iconic horror franchise
"The Exorcist Legacy" unearths original recordings and interviews from the set of the 1973 film to assess the groundbreaking franchise at 50.
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.
15 unforgettable listens in disaster nonfiction
From cataclysmic weather events and epidemics to epic man-made catastrophes, these riveting true accounts provide perspective and lessons for the future.
No joke, scripted comedies are the next big thing in audio
With hilarious storylines and star-studded casts, this emerging format lets comedy creators engage fans in a whole new way.
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.