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Audiobooks

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Dive into the audiobooks and podcasts getting Hollywood's attention, for your next vacation or commute.

By Britney Spears Narrated By Michelle Williams

'The Woman in Me'

Britney Spears tells her own story on her own terms

By Ann Patchett Narrated By Meryl Streep

'Tom Lake'

Three sisters quarantine on their mother's cherry farm, listening to her story of her romance with a famous actor before they were born.

By David Grann Narrated by Dion Graham

'The Wager'

The harrowing story of a shipwreck, David Grann's bestseller is set to be Martin Scorsese's next movie

By Bonnie Garmus Narrated by Bonnie Garmus

'Lessons in Chemisty'

Meet Elizabeth Zott: a scientist in 1960s California whose career takes a detour when she becomes the unlikely star of a beloved TV cooking show

By Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex Narrated by Prince Harry

'Spare'

For the first time, Prince Harry tells his own story, chronicling his journey with raw, unflinching honesty.

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By John Legend Narrated by John Legend

'Living Legend'

The story of John Legend starts with John Stephens, a homeschooled kid who later worked as a financial consultant on the way to becoming a Grammy-winning musical sensation.

By Cate Blanchett, Danny Kennedy Narrated by Cate Blanchett, Danny Kennedy

'Climate of Change' (Series 2)

Cate Blanchett and Danny Kennedy look into climate solutions from electric rickshaws in Delhi to the first solar plant in a refugee camp in Jordan in conversations that aim to foster hope.

By Russell Wilson, Trevor Moawad, Harry Wilson Narrated by Russell Wilson, Harry Wilson, Trevor Moawad

'Think Like a Champion'

Quarterback Russell Wilson and mental conditioning coach Trevor Moawad welcome guests like Von Miller and Arianna Huffington to learn about mastering emotions, embracing change and personal growth.

By Rob Fresco Narrated by Taylor Kitsch, Kate Mara, Darrin Kozlowski, Michael Hyatt, Xander Berkeley, Chris Diamantopoulos, full cast

'KOZ'

Based on a true story, ATF agent Darrin "Koz" Kozlowski infiltrated one of L.A.'s most dangerous motorcycle clubs, pulling off one of the largest organized crime busts in a generation.

By Ryan Kalil Narrated by Ryan Kalil

'Block Forever'

NFL All-Pro Ryan Kalil gives an insider's view of football, talking about the biggest games of the week with top players, coaches and former pros.

By Stephen Curry, Alex Vespestad, Stefan Marolachakis Narrated by Joe Tessitore, Stephen Curry

'The Greatest Sports Stories Never Told'

The NBA star picks compelling under-the-radar stories with celebrity guests and first-hand accounts from athletes, artists and heroes from the worlds of basketball, baseball and more.

By Mark Forward, Jonathan Torrens Narrated by Samantha Bee, Andrew Phung, Colin Mochrie, Jennifer Robertson, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Nick Mohammed, full cast

'Wildlife Confidential'

A surreal interview show about real animals in the news, portrayed by a cast including host Cameron the Crow, played by Samantha Bee.

Podcasts

From daily news to true crime, find the next can't-miss podcasts that everyone is talking about and are sure to get you hooked.

'The Letterboxd Show'

From the Oscar noms rundown to a year in review extravaganza, the Best in Show episodes look at all aspects of awards season, while other episodes take on classic films like "The Exorcist."

'The True Detective: Night Country Podcast'

In this official HBO podcast, Alice Qannik Glenn, a member of an indigenous Alaskan community and activist, spotlights the series creators and crew behind the suspenseful mystery series.

'Smartless'

Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes and Will Arnett talk to everyone from Mark Ruffalo to Selena Gomez and Adam Driver, plus figures from the news and sports worlds.

'Variety Confidential'

Dive into Variety's historic archives to explore stories of sex, money and murder in the entertainment industry. Season one is titled "The Secret History of the Casting Couch."

Podcasts

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'Just For Variety'

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Each week, Hollywood's most recognizable red carpet correspondent, Marc Malkin, sits down with today's biggest stars to talk film, television, pop culture and the latest news.

'Awards Circuit'

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The weekly "Awards Circuit" podcast features interviews with top film and TV talent and creatives; discussions and debates about awards races and industry headlines; and much, much more.