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Meet Harry, Ron and Hermione From Audible’s ‘Harry Potter’ Series
Young Actors on the 'Mind-Blowing' Thrill of Being Cast in Iconic Roles, Becoming Real-Life Friends and More
'The Pete Davidson Show': SAG-AFTRA Signs Podcast Agreement With Netflix
Netflix has described its recently released “The Pete Davidson Show” as a “video podcast” — and now SAG-AFTRA has signed an agreement with the streamer that covers the production…
Paris Hilton's 11:11 Media Inks Co-Production Deal for Madison Tevlin's ‘21 Questions’ Podcast
Paris Hilton is adding Madison Tevlin’s “21 Questions” interview podcast to the portfolio of her 11:11 Media’s podcast division.Under a new pact, 11:11 Media will co-produce…
Audiobooks
Variety Recommends
Dive into the audiobooks and podcasts getting Hollywood's attention, for your next vacation or commute.
By Andy WeirNarrated By Ray Porter
'Hail Mary'
Get ready for the new Ryan Gosling sci-fi movie with this gripping space tale.
By Holly BrickleyNarrated By Jayme Mattler
'Deep Cuts'
Saoirse Ronan and Austin Butler are set to star in the upcoming A24 film based on this music-laced romance, with Sean Durkin set to direct.
By May CobbNarrated by Erin Bennett
'The Hunting Wives'
Can't get enough of the steamy Netflix series? Listen to the novel it was based on.
By Percival EverettNarrated by Dominic Hoffman
'James'
The Pulitzer Prize-winning riff on Huckleberry Finn will be a feature film from Universal, with Steven Spielberg executive producing.
Partner Content
Audible Recommends
Our partners at Audible give their picks for the best audio books to consider.
By John LegendNarrated 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 KennedyNarrated 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 WilsonNarrated 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 FrescoNarrated 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 KalilNarrated 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 MarolachakisNarrated 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 TorrensNarrated 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.
'Office Ladies'
Each week Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey break down an episode of The Office and give exclusive behind the scene stories.
'The Late Show Pod Show With Stephen Colbert'
Keep up with Colbert before 'The Late Show' goes off the air in 2026.
'Films to Be Buried With'
Comedian and actor Brett Goldstein special guests discuss life, death and what films they're taking into the grave with them.
'Variety Confidential'
Variety's Tatiana Siegel speaks exclusively with River's co-stars and friends, including Corey Feldman and Samantha Mathis, to shed light on who River really was off camera.
Podcasts
Variety Produced
Keep it in the family with our suite of Variety produced podcasts covering everything from awards, Broadway and business.
'Daily Variety'
SubscribeConversations with Variety journalists and guests about news, personalities and trends making headlines in the entertainment industry, hosted by Cynthia Littleton, co-editor in chief of Variety.
'Variety Confidential'
SubscribeVariety's Tatiana Siegel speaks exclusively with River's co-stars and friends, including Corey Feldman and Samantha Mathis, to shed light on who River really was off camera and explore the brilliance…
'Stagecraft'
SubscribeBehind the scenes with the biggest stars on Broadway, off-Broadway and beyond. Hosted by Gordon Cox.
'Strictly Business'
SubscribeIndustry leaders converse about business deals, strategy and the future of media and entertainment.
Music
Album Reviews
Who doesn't love new music? Our critics pick the best new albums of the moment.
- ‘The Tortured Poets Department'
Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift Renews Her Vows With Heartbreak in an Audacious, Transfixing Album
- ‘Only God Was Above Us’
Vampire Weekend
Vampire Weekend Reinvents Its Sound (Again) With 'Only God Was Above Us'
- ‘Diamonds and Pearls’
Beyoncé
ListenBeyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' Is a Sprawling, Endlessly Entertaining Tour de Force
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‘The Pete Davidson Show’: SAG-AFTRA Signs Podcast Agreement With Netflix
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Wyatt Cenac to Host 2026 Ambies Podcast Awards
Wyatt Cenac will be grabbing the mic to host the 6th annual Awards for Excellence in Audio — aka the Ambies — in Brooklyn later this month.The Ambies will be presented on Mon…
Paris Hilton’s 11:11 Media Inks Co-Production Deal for Madison Tevlin’s ‘21 Questions’ Podcast
Paris Hilton is adding Madison Tevlin’s “21 Questions” interview podcast to the portfolio of her 11:11 Media’s podcast division.Under a new pact, 11:11 Media will co-produce…
Formula 1 Podcast ‘Up to Speed’ Gets in Gear With Hosts Will Buxton, Naomi Schiff, David Coulthard and Jolie Sharpe
U.K. media and entertainment company Global has lined up an all-star quartet of hosts for “Up to Speed,” its new Formula 1 racing podcast: Will Buxton, “Drive to Survive” star and…
Bad Bunny’s Rimas Sports Inks Deal With iHeartMedia for Podcasts Hosted by Latino Athletes (EXCLUSIVE)
Latin superstar singer Bad Bunny is branching into the podcast game.Rimas Sports, Bad Bunny’s sports management and brand alliance agency, has forged a partnership with…
Don Lemon Confirmed to Speak at On Air Fest Podcast Conference After His Recent Arrest
Don Lemon confirmed that he will appear the 2026 On Air Fest podcast conference later this month in Brooklyn, the event’s organizers said.His appearance at the festival will…
The 2026 Ambies Podcast Awards Nominations Announced
The nominees for 2026 Ambies have been announced, with 10 podcasts — including “Call Her Daddy,” “SmartLess,” “Crime Junkie,” “Pod Save America” and “Pablo Torre Finds Out”…
Pete Davidson to Host Netflix Podcast ‘The Pete Davidson Show’
Pete Davidson will host a new video podcast on Netflix titled “The Pete Davidson Show,” streaming in the U.S. beginning Jan. 30. Episodes will be released weekly.Per…
iHeartMedia Unveils Nominees for 2026 iHeartPodcast Awards at SXSW, Hosted by Ego Nwodim
Listen up: iHeartMedia announced nominations for the 2026 iHeartPodcast Awards in partnership with South by Southwest, to be hosted by comedian and podcaster Ego Nwodim.For…
‘Allison After NXIVM’ Podcast Creators on Interviewing Sex Cult Survivor Lauren Salzman and Backlash Over ‘Platforming’ Allison Mack: ‘Nothing Was Off the Table’
“Allison After NXIVM” — the podcast featuring “Smallville” star Allison Mack, who became both a perpetrator and victim within Keith Raniere’s NXIVM sex cult — concludes on Dec. 15…
Spotify Unveils Top 50 Podcasts of 2025, Led by Joe Rogan, Theo Von, Mel Robbins
Spotify, as part of the annual Spotify Wrapped year-end marketing campaign, released the platform’s top 50 most popular podcasts of 2025 — with Joe Rogan reigning at No. 1 for the…
‘Smallville’ Star Allison Mack Gives First Interview on Surviving the Abusive Sex Cult NXIVM and Going to Prison: ‘I Don’t See Myself as Innocent’
Allison Mack — the former “Smallville” star, who became known as the infamous enabler of NXIVM leader Keith Raniere as the Ghislaine Maxwell to his Jeffrey Epstein — is finally…
Jillian Michaels Inks Podcast Deal With Fox Corp.’s Red Seat Ventures, Joining Its Stable of Conservative Personalities
Fox Corp.’s Red Seat Ventures signed a deal with entrepreneur and media personality Jillian Michaels making the creator-focused digital media company the new production partner…