This week’s picks
bloom gate
Wide range of weekly episodes available
Never before has a broom caused so many scandals. In 2015, the Canadian curling community was in an uproar when a team decided to use one broom instead of two. “It makes no sense in freezing conditions to prevent others from cleaning up,” said one shocked commentator. The full story remains untold, so comedian and curling enthusiast John Cullen delves into the controversial switch to the “super broom.” Hannah Verdier
This Is History Presents … Iron King
Wide range of weekly episodes available
He was handsome but had a brutal personality. Duke Philippe of France is the subject of this spin-off from his hit series. Medieval expert Daniel Cybulski reveals graphic details about a period in history when kings were entangled in adultery, brutal murders, and succession disputes. HV
girl friends
Wide range of weekly episodes available
Amateur detectives Carol Fisher, Mindy Shapiro, and Alleyne Katz come together to investigate the murder of Gail Katz. Now, they’re back to uncover what happened to the woman wrongly identified as Katz, showing a beautiful loyalty to each other and the victim. HV
tom dean medal machine
Wide range of weekly episodes available
Team GB swimmer Tom Dean aims for a record five medals at the Paris Olympics. In this second series, he continues to speak with those who inspire him. Our first guest is Steve Backshall, who discusses his wife Helen Glover’s Olympic rowing aspirations, his own challenges, and the significance of clean water. HV
6 billion dollar money fraud
BBC Sounds, all episodes released on Sunday
The captivating story of this new series begins in 1995 in the jungles of Indonesia, where Canadian mining company Bre-X claims to have found gold. However, the truth is revealed to be a fraud, the company’s chief geologist dies under mysterious circumstances, and investors lose millions. Presenter Suzanne Wilton is on a mission to uncover the truth behind the jungle mystery. Ellen E. Jones
There’s a podcast for that
This week, Ella Braidwood selects the top five apocalyptic podcasts ranging from an LA zombie drama to a cult queer horror series.
we are alive
The audio drama, originally broadcast from 2009 to 2014, was praised for its high-quality sound, compelling storytelling, and suspenseful moments across four seasons. The podcast follows U.S. Army soldier Michael, along with his comrades Saul and Angel, as they struggle to survive a zombie apocalypse and find refuge in downtown Los Angeles. We follow their journey as they make their way to the Tower. The producer has released several dystopian spin-offs, including “Lockdown” (2016), “Gold Rush” (2019), and “Descendants” (2022-2023), all of which have been well-received.
Hello from hallo woods
Described as a queer horror podcast, this ongoing series has garnered a devoted fanbase since its debut in 2020 and returned with Season 4 earlier this year. The drama unfolds the lives of those residing in the forest at the world’s end (“Hello Woods”). While tackling serious themes like grief, loneliness, and religious trauma, there’s also plenty of humor, with the series praised for its authentic LGBTQ+ representation. The sound effects range from eerie to serene, with writer William A. Wellman lending his soothing voice to the podcast’s narrator and character Niki Gnik.
impact winter
Written, directed, and executive produced by Pacific Rim co-writer Travis Beacham, this audio drama boasts a stellar cast and crew. Members of The Walking Dead team also serve as executive producers, with stars Holliday Grainger and Vera Ramsey onboard. Set in the near future, several years post a comet collision with Earth, the survivors band together underground while a young woman named Darcy leads the fight against vampires outside. This uniquely British drama showcases correspondence from the fictional Home Office and the term ‘Blighter’.
Rapture 518
This Canadian audio drama kicks off with resident physician Dr. Sarah Penn broadcasting from room 518 of an apartment building called Rapture. The world has been engulfed by a mysterious pandemic, turning those infected into flesh-eating sociopaths. Penn’s broadcasts emanate from what she describes as “the end of the world.” The episodes are relatively brief, bite-sized chapters, and the minimalistic audio adds to the dystopian ambiance. While the creator of the show remains anonymous, she maintains a warm online presence, personally engaging with reviewers and Reddit threads.
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phenomenon
The Phenomenon, which premiered in 2017 and ran for four seasons, is based on R.K. Katik’s book of the same name. It revolves around a supernatural threat that endangers humanity’s existence, compelling survivors to adhere to three rules. Don’t look at the sky. Don’t make a sound. The first three seasons, written by Jared J. Smith, trace the survivors’ journey from the initial apocalypse to an alien invasion. The fourth season takes place after the disappearance of the “monsters,” with each episode penned by different writers. The podcast boasts high-quality audio and sound effects.
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Journalist Becky Milligan unravels the unsolved and highly suspicious murder of a Bulgarian monarch. butterfly king.
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“Creativity, Spirituality, and Psychology” is the focus of US Office actor Rainn Wilson’s engaging podcast. soul boom.
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