What is prison for?
Ben Austen, whose new listen is “The Parole Room,” recommends essential books—from nonfiction to novels—that shed light on America’s flawed system of crime and punishment.
Nonfiction
“The Anti-Ableist Manifesto” is a must-listen guide to building a disability-inclusive world
With contributions from other disability advocates and scholars, Tiffany Yu’s self-narrated audiobook is a revolutionary guide on allyship and building more inclusive habits.
“Meditations for Mortals” inspires us to stop being perfectionists
Journalist and bestselling author Oliver Burkeman offers philosophical yet practical, bite-size advice for making meaningful change happen.
Editors Select: October 2024
18 new releases you can't miss—from fiction to memoir to mysteries and thrillers. Check out our most anticipated listens of the month.
ADHD—and its meds—are everywhere. Has that “Backfired” for sufferers?
Journalist Leon Neyfakh on his latest project with Arielle Pardes, which explores the slippery diagnosis and surprising history of the attention-deficit crisis.
These listens get real about artificial intelligence
Stay up-to-date on the ever-growing field of AI with these exceptional nonfic audiobooks and podcasts.
With “Nexus,” Yuval Noah Harari gives AI the big-history treatment
The historian and bestselling author talks about how intelligence differs from consciousness, why we need more boring politicians, and his post-“Sapiens” fame.
“The Sing Sing Files” is a must-listen on the horrors of the criminal justice system
The veteran "Dateline" reporter has spent more than 20 years bearing witness to the victims of wrongful conviction and mass incarceration. "The Sing Sing Files" is his call to action.
In the oral histories of 9/11, grief, hope, and heroism find a voice
On the 23rd anniversary of September 11th, we remember and honor victims, survivors, and first responders by listening to their stories and reflecting on the events of that fateful day.
Editors Select: September 2024
15 new releases you can't miss—from fiction to memoir to mysteries and thrillers. Check out our most anticipated listens of the month.
The 20+ best comedy audiobooks for whenever you need a good laugh
Sometimes a feel-good, funny audiobook is all it takes to lift your spirits. Here are the best comedy audiobooks to boost your mood and get you laughing out loud.
Stay informed with these essential political audiobooks and podcasts
Whether you’re just starting out and looking to learn more or you’d like to hone your already decisive stance, this collection offers works of nonfiction that shed new light on our democratic process.