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Binge listening to podcasts is the new Netflix and chill; by yourself, at home, of course. Whether you want to boost your culture intake, brush up on your culinary skills, or scare yourself with true crime stories, there’s a podcast for everyone. Here are the fresh new podcasts to download this month (PS: just in case, we’ve also got you covered on what to watch on Netflix, too this month):
Home Cooking
If you’ve ever looked at the contents of your fridge with a mix of dismay and absolute hopelessness this is your podcast to download, immediately. A podcast that was brewed into creation as a response to the Covid-19 lockdown, food writer and TV host Samin Nosrat is a joy to listen to, along with American podcaster Hrishikesh Hirway. The best part? The Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat mastermind answers questions from listeners.
From in-depth studies into the ancient worlds of Aztecs to China’s Han Dynasty – this podcast is a must for history buffs and those wanting to learn something new in quarantine.
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Bookclub
This podcast has more than 200 archival episodes of BBC Radio 4’s Bookclub – also known as the ultimate podcast for bibliophiles. Listen to host James Naughtie in conversation with some of the greatest authors of our time, followed by questions from an audience of readers.
This one engrossing thriller, exploring the Harvey Weinstein’s history of sex crimes and of other such powerful men in our society who misuse their positions to manipulate the weak.
If you’re as into a good true crime podcast as we are, The Teacher’s Pet is an excellent deep-dive into the mysterious disappearance of Lynette Dawson, who vanished on 9 January 1982, leaving two daughters and her husband.
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