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By Jennette McCurdy Narrated by Jennette McCurdy

'I'm Glad My Mom Died'

The "iCarly" and "Sam & Cat" star's emotional yet hilarious memoir details her child acting struggles, including eating disorders, addiction and especially her complicated relationship with her mom.
By Paul Newman Narrated by Melissa Newman, Jeff Daniels and more

'The Extraordinary Life of an Ordinary Man: A Memoir'

This candid posthumous memoir-meets-oral history covers Paul Newman's traumatic childhood, his career, his drinking, his greatest roles and his marriage to Joanne Woodward.
By Geena Davis Narrated by Geena Davis

'Dying of Politeness: A Memoir'

The two-time Oscar winner talks about her eccentric childhood, her relationships and her eclectic career -- on the way to becoming an advocate for gender parity in Hollywood.
By Alan Rickman Narrated By Steven Crossley

'Madly, Deeply'

"The Diaries of Alan Rickman" takes listeners on a deeply personal tour of the late Harry Potter actor's world, from film sets around the world to trips with his friends and gossipy confidences.
By Molly Shannon, Sean Wilsey Narrated By Molly Shannon

'Hello Molly'

From the devastating car crash she experienced as a child to her time on "Saturday Night Live," this candid memoir has all the humor and heart you'd expect from the accomplished comedienne.
By Viola Davis Narrated by Viola Davis

'Finding Me: A Memoir'

Viola Davis tells her story, from a crumbling apartment in Central Falls, Rhode Island, to the stage in New York City, and beyond.

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Living Legend
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.

Think Like a Champion
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.

Greatest Sports Stories
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

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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.

  • Sci-Fi Drama

    'The Prophecy'

    In this supernatural thriller series, the world is facing a series of catastrophes when a mysterious pregnant scientist shows up offering to help the government.
  • History

    'The Big Lie'

    The true story of an FBI agent who is sent to investigate three blacklisted filmmakers who want to make a movie that embodies their pro-labor, pro-feminist beliefs. The agent is convinced the film is…
  • Drama

    'Fishpriest'

    Ethan Hawke plays a cop-turned-bounty hunter in a thrilling crime drama set amid the crack epidemic in the Bronx circa 1993.
  • Comedy

    'Funny My Way'

    A deep dive into the life and times of Black comedy icons Paul Mooney, Flip Wilson, Moms Mabley, Dick Gregory, Rudy Ray Moore and Redd Foxx, told by contemporary observers and those who knew them.
  • Sci-Fi Drama

    'Sundown'

    A group of teenagers is transported back 100 years into the past to investigate the racist history of their town in this sci-fi adventure mystery podcast.
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Keep it in the family with our suite of Variety produced podcasts covering everything from awards, Broadway and business.

  • '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.

  • 'Stagecraft'

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    Behind the scenes with the biggest stars on Broadway, off-Broadway and beyond. Hosted by Gordon Cox.
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