When college students think of podcasts, he or she probably envisions their mother listening to This American Life while sipping her morning coffee. Or maybe you envision the hipster-est hipster walking to class listening to Serial. Either way, podcasts seem to have a reputation among younger generations for being outdated, for older folks and overall boring.
I’m here to inform you that no dumber a statement has ever been made. From walking to class, to working out at the gym, to doing your homework, these five podcasts will provide laughter, suspense and so much more. My newbie podcasters, this one is for you.
1. Serial
From the creators of This American Life comes a suspenseful story about Adnan Syed, a 17-year-old high school student from Baltimore, who in the winter of 1999 was convicted of murdering his ex-girlfriend Hae Min Lee. Sarah Koenig, a correspondent for This American Life, takes us on the journey of Syed’s case. Not only is her voice the most relaxing thing ever, but this story also gives incredible insight into our country’s justice system.
2. Undisclosed
Once you have completed Serial, you can tune into this podcast, which goes over details from the story Serial in extreme detail. Three lawyers host this podcast with the hopes of providing extra details and otherwise shifting your experience from listening to Serial. Once you start, you won’t stop.
3. Sex with Emily
An informative podcast about sex, Emily talks about everything in-between. From relationships to romances to all questions you have ever had about sex, Emily is sure to cater to your curiosities. As a “sexpert,” not only is she knowledgeable about everything pertaining to relationships and sex, but she is also downright hilarious.
4. The Bitch Bible
5. Pop Culture Happy Hour
A podcast presented by NPR, this weekly round table discussion tackles everything pop culture. From movies to songs and everywhere in-between, this podcast is a crowd pleaser for all types of people.