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Jon Stewart’s Apple TV Plus show ends, reportedly over coverage of AI and China
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What podcasts are you listening to?
First off, hello, I'm new here, and I hope this is an okay place to ask...what podcasts are you all into? Here's some of my favorites: Dispatches from Myrtle Beach: Link from Good Mythical Morning...
First off, hello, I'm new here, and I hope this is an okay place to ask...what podcasts are you all into?
Here's some of my favorites:
Dispatches from Myrtle Beach:
Link from Good Mythical Morning has a conversation with his father. It's a strange mix of funny, heartwarming, raunchy, and endearing.The Newest Olympian:
Mike Shubert from the Potterless podcasts reads the Percy Jackson books (I tried reading along with the podcast because I'd never read them, but couldn't put the books down, so I'm ahead of the podcast now). It's a funny podcast regardless if you've read the books.RadioLab and the new season of RadioLab's More Perfect podcast
If you've never listened to radio lab, just pick any episode. They're interesting and weird and you'll learn stuff. They're just good. The new hosts are still finding their way, but it's still good, so maybe start with some of the older episodes.Judge John Hodgman
- He settles stupid disputes between people...e.g., "Is a hotdog a sandwich" (No.)
Song Exploder
- Even if I've never heard of the song I listen. It's about how songs are made, and it's super interesting.
99% Invisible
- it's about recognizing all the fascinating things in the world around us that we pass by every day without noticing. Always read the plaque.
Oh No, Ross and Carrie
- they do non-sciencey things and then discuss from a science perspective. (E.g., joining a religion, going to flat earth meetings, visiting psychics, getting holistic medical treatments, etc)
This American Life
just interesting stories about people and things in life?The Memory Palace
super cool podcast...usually pretty short that takes things from history and tells the story in just a unique and interesting way.Science Friday
deep dive into science news for the weekBehind the Bastards
all about the worst people in history.Sawbones: A Marital Tour of Misguided Medicine
Hilarious podcast about medical historyThe Adventure Zone
The McElroy family plays dnd and other role play gamesThe Moth
people tell personal stories to crowds of people.The Daily
New York Times's podcastWait Wait Don't Tell Me
news comedy gameshow60-Second Science
as describedGood Job Brain
pub trivia podcastA Hotdog is a Sandwich (but it's not)
Good Mythical Kitchen's Josh and Nicole debate food thingsDead Pilots Society:
really interesting. They take scripts from failed TV pilots and hire actors to do table reads of the script. Every other week is an interview with the script's writers too, so you can listen to those if interested or just the table reads if not.Brainstuff:
just interesting tidbits. Short podcasts.I'd love to hear your recommendations!
Edit: Thank you all for all the recommendations! I'm still reading all the posts and adding them to my list to give them a shot!
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Rooster Teeth is shutting down after twenty-one years
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Please post your podcast preferences
I'm always in the market for new podcast recommendations, so here are some of mine. All available via your regualar podcasting app, probably. No Such Thing As a Fish, the QI podcast. Odd facts and...
I'm always in the market for new podcast recommendations, so here are some of mine. All available via your regualar podcasting app, probably.
No Such Thing As a Fish, the QI podcast. Odd facts and trivia. Rarely do I hear things I already know on this one. Obviously it's no Answer Me This but what is?
A Problem Squared, comedian Bec Hill and stand up mathematician Matt Parker answer listener questions, usually in excessive and fascinating detail. The presenters are good friends in non-podcast life and it shows in their chemistry.
The Guilty Feminist, a great mixture of standup comedy and discussion on a wide range of topics. Great selection of guests.
Lateral, Youtuber Tom Scott hosts a panel quiz where lateral thinking is rewarded. Fairly lightweight but still fun.
A Podcast of Unnecessary Detail, the Festival of the Spoken Nerd team do a podcast (Steve Mould, Matt Parker, Helen Arney). It is as you might expect, nerdy facty sciency stuff.
Wheel of Misfortune, comedians Fern Brady and Alison Spittle take listener submissions on unfortunate or embarrassing events and discuss their own misfortunes with a guest with a different topic each episode. More funny than perhaps it sounds.
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“Wherever you get your podcasts” is a radical statement
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Birthrates are plummeting worldwide. Why?
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What are your favourite podcasts?
I've been listening to a lot of podcasts recently. What are some of your favourites that you can recommend?
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Favorite podcast app?
I just got an email stating that Stitcher, the podcast app that I use, "decided to discontinue operation of the Stitcher app and website effective August 29, 2023." Any good recommendations for...
I just got an email stating that Stitcher, the podcast app that I use, "decided to discontinue operation of the Stitcher app and website effective August 29, 2023."
Any good recommendations for another podcast app? ETA: I listen on my Android phone.
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The rich and famous are dominating podcasts and I don't like it one bit!
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Which audio drama podcasts do you recommend?
You might be able to tell by my username which is my favorite audio drama. If you haven't heard of it, Wolf 359 is a space opera dramedy focused on a cast of deeply likable characters who find...
You might be able to tell by my username which is my favorite audio drama. If you haven't heard of it, Wolf 359 is a space opera dramedy focused on a cast of deeply likable characters who find themselves carrying out mysterious research onboard a space station owned by a soulless corporation. Heads up, the whole thing is very enjoyable but the creators say the real story doesn't get going for real until about episode 9 and I would agree. It's funny and entertaining but gets pretty serious around there. Don't worry, the early episodes are super short and still good.
Other audio dramas I highly recommend are:
Bronzetown
1865
Limetown
Edict Zero FIS
Station 151
Archive 81
The Magnus Archives
Theater of Tomorrow
The Hyacinth Disaster
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Favourite audio dramas/fiction podcasts?
Over the last year, I've found myself listening to quite a few audio dramas. I've never been one for traditional podcasts so it was pretty surprising to me that I loved them so much the moment...
Over the last year, I've found myself listening to quite a few audio dramas. I've never been one for traditional podcasts so it was pretty surprising to me that I loved them so much the moment they went from nonfiction to fiction. It's pretty similar to watching TV, except you can still use your eyes for other tasks! Audio books are nice too, but they don't quite scratch the same itch. So with all that, here's an unordered list of some of my favourite audio dramas (along with a small synopsis and some personal opinions), and I invite you to post your own in the comments!
Title Official Synopsis Personal Notes ars PARADOXICA When an experiment in a time much like our own goes horribly awry, Dr. Sally Grissom finds herself stranded in the past and entrenched in the activities of a clandestine branch of the US government. Grissom and her team quickly learn that there's no safety net when toying with the fundamental logic of the universe. Along with everything in the official description, this one also has secret codes at the end of each episode so you can play along at home, and has a cast with quite a bit of diverse representation. The Imperfection Charlie and Amber suffer from a disorder that causes a constant stream of hallucinations. When they discover that their psychiatrist is missing, they rally together with the other patients to search for him. Along the way, they encounter secret societies, half-human half-spider centaurs, and a hidden borough of New York under the East River. But how can you find the truth when you can’t tell what’s real? This one is mostly a comedy with a rather absurdist sense of humour, but it has some really heartfelt moments. The creators are professionals as well, so the sound design is very nice to listen to. Wooden Overcoats Rudyard Funn and his equally miserable sister Antigone run their family’s failing funeral parlour, where they get the body in the coffin in the ground on time. But one day they find everyone enjoying themselves at the funerals of a new competitor – the impossibly perfect Eric Chapman! With their dogsbody Georgie, and a mouse called Madeleine, the Funns are taking drastic steps to stay in business… A British comedy through-and-through, I've had to stop listening to this one in public for fear I look totally crazy, giggling like a hyena. It's also totally family friendly, so you can listen to it with your kids/parents/neighbour's dogs as well! NORA These recordings were emailed to us without explanation. The sender has not responded to any questions. We cannot confirm the veracity of the information contained within, but believe that the creator of these recordings is acting in good faith. The woman, who calls herself NORA, is investigating a strange series of events that wander between the boundaries of perception and reality. There is some suggestion of organized crime, paranormal influence, or perhaps simple madness. We will continue to make these available as they are sent to us. They present no danger to the listener and seem to provide a source of support for the creator. Ok, this is a strange one. It's pretty short (only 7 episodes of about a half-hour each), but I was left thinking about it for days afterwards. If you like more weird, interpretive stories, this one is up your alley. It kind of reminded me of House of Leaves, which is a book I love a lot, so take that as you will. All of these can be found on basically any podcast app (I use AntennaPod on Android), so if any piqued your interest, do give them a shot!
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Spotify has signed a new multiyear agreement with Joe Rogan, the host of one of the most popular and polarizing podcasts in the US
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What is your favourite episode of a podcast?
Please share why it's your favourite took, avoiding as many spoilers as you can. Mine is Episode 45 of Darknet Diaries, Xbox Underground (and also Part 02). It is about a group of hackers called...
Please share why it's your favourite took, avoiding as many spoilers as you can.
Mine is Episode 45 of Darknet Diaries, Xbox Underground (and also Part 02).
It is about a group of hackers called the XBox Underground who infiltrated the networks of major video game companies. Their motives started out harmless, with members of the group enjoying playing early versions of games. However, things take a serious turn and there are many twists and turns as the story unfolds.
It's so good that I have listened to it every year since it first came out.
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Spotify is pulling select advertising privileges for white noise podcasts in a bid to boost the audio streaming company's annual profits
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Oregon decriminalized drugs. Voters now regret it.
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Neil Young pulls his music from Spotify after his ultimatum regarding Joe Rogan and ‘fake information about vaccines’
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Wait, should I not be drinking airline coffee?
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Why is Joe Rogan so popular? He understands men in America better than most people do. The rest of the country should start paying attention
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What are your top five favorite podcasts? I'm looking to broaden my podcast horizons
Thanks!
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Podcast discussions & recommendations! What are you listening to?
Tildes has had a couple of threads about podcast recommendations in the past, but most of them are over 18 months old now, and podcasts are always evolving, and we have new members who may not...
Tildes has had a couple of threads about podcast recommendations in the past, but most of them are over 18 months old now, and podcasts are always evolving, and we have new members who may not have participated in those threads before—I certainly only picked up podcasts in the last few months.
So. Three questions!
- What podcasts are you listening to?
- What podcasts have you dropped, or picked up, in that time?
- If you had to recommend a couple of podcasts to others, which shows would you pick? Why do you recommend them? Got a favourite episode?
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Let's talk podcasts. What are some that you like and why?
I hope it's alright if I reply to myself with a few suggestion separated into individual comments to more cleanly promote discussion. Do let me know if that comes across as a bit spammy.
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Spotify (with OpenAI) is going to clone podcasters’ voices — and translate them to other languages
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Hidden pain, controlled bodies: Does ballet have to be like this? A recent explosion of revelations from ballet dancers confronts an art form afraid to look itself in the mirror
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If Books Could Kill [a podcast reviewing nonfiction books which posit ludicrous theories]
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Joe Rogan spread anti-vaccine misinformation. Spotify's CEO redirects and refuses to address problematic behavior.
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When do you listen to podcasts?
I started listening to podcasts in June of 2017 after having heard about them being great for years but never getting around to listening to them. I preferred music at the time and would put on a...
I started listening to podcasts in June of 2017 after having heard about them being great for years but never getting around to listening to them. I preferred music at the time and would put on a playlist or an album if I had a long drive, walk, etc. Once I started listening to podcasts I was hooked. The amount of time I spent listening to music plummetted and since I started I've spent 4% of my time listening to podcasts, I've used the same app since I started which makes keeping track of that easy.
I mainly listen to mine whenever I have some tedious or when I don't need too hard about what I'm doing. Walking the dog, driving, all of the housework, and some video games when I have time to play one and just want to zone out a bit and do something. Its made me enjoy cleaning more which my wife has appreciated a lot.
I was curious when other people listen to podcasts, how you fit them into your schedule, and if you're keen on sharing what your favorites are. I have way too many podcasts bookmarked in my app to listen to but its fun to add more to the ever growing list.
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The refined sociopathy of The Economist
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Let's talk about humorous podcasts
Hey there people! Seeing how last post I could find on the topic was posted almost one year ago and how my question is a bit more specific, I thought a new one could be worthwhile. Admittedly, I...
Hey there people!
Seeing how last post I could find on the topic was posted almost one year ago and how my question is a bit more specific, I thought a new one could be worthwhile.
Admittedly, I am not an assiduous podcast listener - what I'm mostly looking for is a show to 'scratch the itch' every once in a while which features good chemistry between its hosts, exploring whatever topic with humorous tones; bonus points if said topic is interesting.
To exemplify, some of the best podcasts I can think of on the spot are How did This Get Made (I can particularly recommend the episode dedicated to Mr. Nanny), or How to Fuck Up an Airport.
The first one is a serie that analyze extremely poor or obscure movies, while the second one unveils the debacle surrounding the 20 year old (and still aging) Berlin Brandenburg Airport project; I know this last one might sounds boring, but it's a baffling and hilarious journey - surely and by far my favorite Podcast.
TL;DR
So yeah, what are your most entertaining, hilarious, and generally fun podcasts?25 votes -
Podcast: a History of Modern Palestine
American Prestige did a series on the History of Modern Palestine. The first episode is always public, but they have unlocked the remaining episodes for this week in light of current events. I...
American Prestige did a series on the History of Modern Palestine. The first episode is always public, but they have unlocked the remaining episodes for this week in light of current events.
I listened to this back when it was posted and learned a lot about the role of colonial powers in the formation of Israel and Palestine and the way Palestinians are being treated today. The viewpoint is is not anti-Semitic but it is also not pro-Israel. For example, they discuss Israel's (then) current treatment of the Palestinians as apartheid.
I can't imagine what it would be like to live in those conditions. I don't mean to condone terrorist violence, but set against the background of the oppression in Palestine, it's hard to imagine what people might be driven to.
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Recommend a piece of fiction that gives a specific feeling, regardless of genre or medium
I've been looking lately for something new to read/watch/listen to/play and I've been chasing a particular feeling that some of my favorite works have given me in the past. It's something that's...
I've been looking lately for something new to read/watch/listen to/play and I've been chasing a particular feeling that some of my favorite works have given me in the past.
It's something that's hard to describe succinctly, so it's not exactly easy to just google search for something, and usually just telling people I like x thing gets me y recommendation which is maybe a similar style or genre but doesn't really elicit the particular feeling that I'm after.
I figure other folks might have a similar problem, so I thought it might be fun to have a thread for requests for works that make you feel a certain way, regardless of genre or medium.
I'll start mine in the comments and other folks feel free to ask for requests as top-level comments as well!
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Popular Podcasts app Pocket Casts goes free, web & desktop app now subscription-based
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Bernie Sanders on the Joe Rogan Experience
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Ezra Klein Show: "What relationships would you want if you believed they were possible?"
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Reply All is officially dead. What to listen to now?
Reply All was consistently one of my favorite podcasts on my player. I've been a listener for years, and while risking sounding parasocial, I felt a huge loss when the show finally ended. There's...
Reply All was consistently one of my favorite podcasts on my player. I've been a listener for years, and while risking sounding parasocial, I felt a huge loss when the show finally ended. There's something about the consistency of some content, and the nostalgia for the rough patches where that content helped make things easier, whether it be a podcast, TV show, or blog.
It was that right mix of personality, investigative journalism, humor, and weird internet culture. I have a lot of alternatives in my player, but none of them seem to fill that RA-shaped hole. Here's what I'm listening to nowadays:
- Underunderstood
- You're Wrong About
- Endless Thread
- Darknet Diaries
- Crypto Island
Basically, I'm begging for podcast recommendations from shows you consider to be your favorite. Preferably, if you can include a recent, really good episode to get started with, I'll give it a listen and report back. Thanks!
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Reply All is having its own reckoning now
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Podcast Recommendations
I was wondering if anyone had any good humor or social commentary podcast recommendations. I've come to a blank when trying to find new ones. Any and all suggestions welcome!
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Speaking Of Podcats, What Do You Use To Listen To Yours?
I use pocket casts and love it! I just wish it could be open source :P
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Zoozve
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Daniel Tosh's new podcast - Episode 1 | Interviewing my wife's gynecologist
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Does anyone else listen to any D&D podcasts?
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I made a jazz radio show. Can you dig it?
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Which podcast is your go-to recommendation to others?
I listen to quite a few, from ones related to my industry to ones related to my hobbies, to some just related to history or storytelling. Most of my choices have been at the recommendation of...
I listen to quite a few, from ones related to my industry to ones related to my hobbies, to some just related to history or storytelling. Most of my choices have been at the recommendation of others, so I'm looking to add some to this week's lineup.
Queued up for my upcoming week:
- Citations Needed
- Darknet Diaries
- Reply All
- Rev Left Radio
If you don't know of a good recommendation, what podcasts do you have queued up for this week?
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'The voice of the dirtbag left': Socialist US comics Chapo Trap House
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Spotify cancels industry-favorite podcasts Heavyweight and Stolen
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Twelve hour flight next week, what are some of your go to playlists or podcasts during long flights?
Looking for suggestions of music playlists or podcasts for a long flight next week.
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SiriusXM is shutting down Stitcher only three years after buying it
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Towers of silence
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Taking the warts off C, with Andrew Kelley, creator of the Zig programming language
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The Joe Rogan Experience podcast will be exclusive to Spotify later this year, with a multi-year deal
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