Audiobooks with podcasts

Everyone seems to have a podcast, from small entrepreneurs to large companies like Netflix and The New York Times. There’s something for everyone, including book lovers.

Whether you’re looking for sci-fi, non-fiction, or any other genre, you can find many podcasts that recommend specific audiobooks or act out as if you were listening to a TV show.

Not sure what podcast you should check out? This article will give you some ideas.

The podcasts you have to listen to today

This American Life

This American Life is a weekly podcast all about compelling stories. It puts a fresh twist on journalism and covers various topics compellingly and engagingly. The podcast has a rich library of episodes, from short stories to documentaries, to satisfy everyone’s hunger for knowledge.

You can listen to This American Life on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocket Casts, and other major streaming services.

Welcome to Night Vale

Welcome to Night Vale is as unique as fiction podcasts get. It’s a community podcast covering news and events in Night Vale, a fictional desert berg.

In Night Vale, anything is possible. UFOs fly by almost nightly, strange hooded figures walk their dogs around the park, and one old lady lives with angels. And yet, there’s room for conspiracy theories and government plots.

Fans of the weird and the macabre will love their stay in the Vale. New episodes come out every two weeks, so you can stay updated with the town’s most recent and strangest events.

Homecoming

If you’re a fan of audio dramas, you should check out Homecoming. It’s gathered some of Hollywood’s most famous names, like Amy Sedaris, David Schwimmer, and David Cross. The talented actors tell a gripping story spanning two seasons as of this writing.

The story follows a caseworker overseeing a mysterious trial. An ambitious supervisor joins her, along with a soldier wanting to resume his civilian life. Homecoming will give you a deep dive into the characters’ perplexing lives through a series of conversations, phone calls, and other spoken-word content.

The Penguin Podcast

If you’re looking for book recommendations, look no further than the Penguin Podcast. It’s a part of Penguin Random House, a publishing conglomerate with countless books under its belt.

Penguin Random has published everything from diamonds in the rough to global bestsellers, so it makes perfect sense for them to run a podcast.

In it, you can listen to interviews with authors, publishers, and many other figures from the literature world. As you can imagine, you’ll discover many books to add to your library.

You can listen to the Penguin Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Acast, so jump in to find your next favorite title.

Sentimental Garbage

Sentimental Garbage used to be a primarily chick-lit podcast focused on the place of women in literature. The first season mostly touched on issues like sexism and misogyny, aiming to shed light on these social issues.

The podcast evolved with time, so it now focuses on culture, entertainment, and other topics, while still sticking to its core. Not only can you learn a lot from the podcast and expand your mind, but you’ll also find many book recommendations.

Sentimental Garbage is hosted initially on Acast, but you can also listen to it on Apple Podcasts.

Audioshelf

Audioshelf is one of the best podcasts for audiobooks out there. It focuses on nothing but audiobooks and provides detailed overviews, interviews, and all other insights audiobook lovers need.

The podcast’s hosts are Britney and Brad, who’ve been friends for over 10 years. Their friendship adds a lot of fun to the podcast and makes the listening experience very enjoyable.

Whether you’re looking for true crime, science fiction, audiobooks, or any other category, Audioshelf has you covered. It regularly features round-ups that let you discover new titles. You’ll also learn a ton about the audiobook industry, so there’s always something interesting happening.

You can listen to Audioshelf on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher. So if you’re looking for a one-stop shop for everything audiobook-related, give it a listen.

About Speechify

Speechify is a text to speech (TTS) platform that turns any text into natural-sounding audio. There are over 30 voice options to choose from, so you can find the one you’ll enjoy the most.

The app is available on iOS (iPhone, iPad), Android, macOS, and Windows. If you plan on using Speechify with your desktop or laptop, you can take advantage of its Safari and Chrome extensions.

If you want to see how Speechify works in action, you can try it for free on the website.

FAQ

Are podcasts included in Audible?

Yes, Audible.com features a massive collection of over 100,000 podcasts, including Audible originals.

How can I listen to an audiobook with a podcast?

You can find many podcasts that recommend good audiobooks, like the ones you saw here.

What is the difference between podcasts and audiobooks?

Podcasts are more conversational in nature, while audiobooks are more narrative.