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The Top Podcasts to Listen to Right Now (January 2021)
We're kicking off 2021 by trying something new: we'll share new and noteworthy podcasts everyone is talking about (or should be), and an indie podcast that deserves recognition.
To try it out, we've put together a pilot version below. Take a look and tell us what you think by filling out our feedback survey below. We hope you like it!
Want to skip straight to the goodies? Here’s a handy playlist of the new and notable podcasts right now:
mmLast Updated: Jan 14th, 2021
🔥 New & Notable Podcasts
Buzz-worthy podcasts that were recently released and are worth a listen.
1) From Now
Starring Game of Throne's Richard Madden and the Emmy-award winning Brian Cox, From Now tells the story of a missing spaceship that returns to Earth after 35 years. This shocking discovery sparks a national investigation when they find out the astronaut aboard hasn't aged since he disappeared. As he reconnects with the twin brother he had left behind, humanity's dim and frightening future is revealed.
2) That’s Messed Up: An SVU Podcast
In this podcast two comedians go behind-the-scenes to break down the true story behind each Law & Order: SVU episode, while interviewing actors from the show. For those who have never tuned in to Law & Order, hosts Kara and Liza do a fantastic job of bringing you up to speed on some disturbing cases while adding light-hearted comedic relief.
3) Spark & Fire
In beautifully-produced episodes, creators tell the stories behind their iconic works of pop culture, including Yo-Yo Ma on the Silk Road Project, director Rian Johnson on Knives Out, Isabel Allende on The House of the Spirits, Kemp Powers on Pixar’s Soul, and book designer Chip Kidd on the cover of Jurassic Park. If you’re looking for a new podcast to inspire you, this is it.
4) Crime Analyst
Hosted by Lauren Richards, a world-renowned criminal behavioural analyst formerly of the New Scotland Yard, this new podcast deconstructs and analyzes crimes through an expert lens. For Crime Analyst’s first case, Richards is focusing on the forgotten victims of notorious UK serial killer Peter Sutcliffe. As she dives into the details, Richards puts a refreshing and important emphasis on honouring the victims who have become footnotes in their own murders.
⭐ New Indie Podcast
Indie producers create some of the most innovative and interesting podcasts. Here's one we love:
Big Biology
Hosted by two biology professors, Big Biology interviews scientists who are changing the way we understand the world, our bodies, and other species. But don't worry about confusing terminology or concepts — everything is explained in a pub-style conversation.