Podcasts & Books
Here’s How To Create A Morning Routine You Can Actually Stick To
Join us for Reason Season to craft healthy daily habits and routines.
The SBS Emerging Writers’ Competition Is Back, Here’s Why You Should Enter
Enter the SBS Emerging Writers' Competition and you could win $5,000.
25 Of The Best Audiobooks To Listen To In 2023
We've tried to hit a range of genres to please every ear and offer a listen for every mood.
Buffalo Bar
Brisbane, QLD
Bringing the best of the US of A down under in a big way, Buffalo Bar is one of…
Caloundra Street Fair
Caloundra, QLD
Pack your sun hat, put petrol in your car, and set a course north for a…
Where The Wild Things Are
West End, QLD
The ultimate destination for burgeoning bookworms, West End's Where The Wild…
10 Autobiographies You Should Read At Least Once In Your Life
Autobiographies are a window into the soul and sometimes they are so powerful they can change the reader, so and here are our top picks of…
10 Of Brisbane’s Best Independent Bookshops
Brisbane might not be known as a beacon of literary culture, but our fair ol’ city has more than a few secondhand and independent…
Hit Download, Here’s 10 Of The Best New Podcasts You Need To Add To Your Rotation
From epic re-watch guides to educational content and everything in between, here are the 10 best new podcasts you’re about to obsess…
Kunstler Magazines and Books
Fortitude Valley, QLD
Brisbane bookstore, Kunstler Magazines and Books, housed in the eclectic wooden…
Folio Books
Brisbane, QLD
Folio Books is a boutique bookstore located in the CBD. Their range is impressive,…
Boundary Street Markets
West End, QLD
Boundary Street Markets has so much more to give than your average Brisbane market!…
Lose Yourself In A Good Book With The Brisbane Library’s Online Collection
Brisbane's libraries may be closed, but Brisbane City Council's online library catalogue is packed full of ebooks,…
The Best Books To Read This Month
Eyes starting to shrivel up? Might be time to ditch the screens and try something a bit more...analogue. We’ve got some crackerjack…
Here’s Everything You Need To Know About The New Season Of Casefile
The story of infamous backpacker murderer Ivan Milat.
Wedding List Co.
Fortitude Valley, QLD
Weddings can be stressful affairs, and that's a massive understatement! Are you…
Wheel & Barrow
Fortitude Valley , QLD
Do you have a last minute entertaining disaster? Run out of candle holders? Need a…
St Veronica Thrift Shop
This thrift store is what op-shops used to be like. Messy, full of stuff and cheap...…
Praise Be, The Handmaid’s Tale Sequel Has A Release Date
Things are just getting worse in the Republic of Gilead.
These Headphones Actually Adjust To Your Hearing And Welcome To The Future
Hate deep house music? Maybe you just never listened to it the right way.
7 Slow Lit Podcasts To Help You Get A Decent Night’s Sleep
If sleeping has become more chore than snore, it’s time you plugged in to switch off; these are the best slow lit podcast to help you…
Avid Reader
West End, QLD
Avid Reader is a firm favourite among West End natives and is located among the hub…
Bent Books
West End, QLD
This second-hand bookstore is a West End icon. If you're looking for it, it's…
Black Cat Books
Paddington is a popular place, especially on the weekends. If you're looking for…
The Greats | The Best New Podcasts Of 2018
Like with anything entertainment-related, diving into the podcasting universe can take you on an information overload trip if you…
The Creator Of The Teacher’s Pet Podcast Is Hosting A Talk In Brisbane
As part of a national tour, reputed journalist Hedley Thomas is coming to Brisbane to discuss the podcast’s monumental success, and…
Crunch Time | New Episodes Of The Teacher’s Pet Have Dropped
Chris Dawson has been arrested, and it’s all getting very real.
Riverbend Books
Bulimba, QLD
Riverbend is a favourite among Bulimba locals for its cosy and comfortable…
Pulp Fiction Booksellers
CBD, QLD
Do your literary tastes favour a bit of science fiction? Is fantasy more your thing,…
Archives Fine Books
Brisbane, QLD
The sign outside this gorgeous old building on Charlotte Street claims there are over…
Settle In, Call Me By Your Name Is Getting A Book Sequel
We've already popped it on our reading list.
The Ultimate Entertainment Gift Guide
Got an entertainment buff you need to please? From retro arcade games to stylish sound systems, we’ve got something that will have…
Here’s The True-Crime Podcast To Binge After You Finish Teacher’s Pet
"I've listened to too many podcasts" said no one ever.
Ba-Ta-Clan Antiques Et Salon De Cafe
Formally known as the Gabba 5 Ways Antiques Emporium, heritage shop-front, old…
Retro Metro
Paddington, QLD
If you've been hunting for the perfect vintage prom dress, wedding gown or…
Lyle & Bank
Ascot , QLD
Does your decorating style embrace white, white, and more white? If you love a…
We’re Running The Ultimate Money-Can’t-Buy Charity Auction
Want to skip the queues and snag a private dining room at Sydney’s Chin Chin? How about a year’s free yoga in…
The Binge | BEST OF THE WEEK
All your Sunday inspo wrapped into one handly lil' package.
Season Three Of Serial Is Dropping Next Week & Bring On The Binge
The team spent an entire year within the criminal courts in Cleveland so you'll get to hear everything that happened on the inside.
Scrumptious Reads
Red Hill, QLD
Scrumptious Reads on Arthur Terrace combines the best of both worlds:…
Mama’s Home
Windsor, QLD
Located on Newmarket Road, Mama's Home stocks an extensive range of high-quality,…
Flannerys Natural Organic Supermarket
Chermside, QLD
Flannerys Natural Organic Supermarket has been bringing fresh organic food and…
The Binge | BEST OF THE WEEK
All your Sunday inspo wrapped into one handly lil' package.
The Binge | BOOKS
We’re kicking off a new Book Club series today, so settle down and get comfy. Maybe pop the kettle on. Every month we’ll…
Three New Harry Potter Books Are Being Released in October
The Harry Potter hype is just about to get stronger as it has just been announced that three new books will be added to the ever-growing…
Green Tangerine
Paddington, QLD
Inspired by her career in the Arts, Diane Lopes' Paddington store is a…
Little Peach Co.
Woolloongabba, QLD
Little Peach Co. is a letterpress studio in Wolloongabba who create personalised…
Happiness Place
Paddington, QLD
The brainchildren behind the Happiness Place in Paddington, Lorilie Cunningham and…
Kevin Kwan (Author Of Crazy Rich Asians) About His Most Memorable Moment On Set
Crazy Rich Asians took the world by storm when it was released in 2013. And, this month the film hit theatres and you’d pretty much…
5 Fashion Podcasts You Need To Check Out ASAP
Fashion moves fast, and quite frankly, keeping up can be a challenge. A very expensive and entertaining challenge. If you’re looking…
10 Historical Fiction Novels You Should Get Your Hands On Now
The recent success of shows like Call the Midwife, The Crown and good ol’ Downton Abbey proves that we all love a…
Thousand Island Dressing
Paddington, QLD
Thousand Island Dressing has been helping people find that perfect gift or home ware…
Jamieson’s Home & Fashion
Woolloongabba, QLD
Jamieson's Home & Fashion in Woolloongabba, is a treasure trove of…
Spout and Sherpa
Paddington, QLD
Spout and Sherpa brings you a range of unique, Fair Trade products and gift ideas,…
8 New Books From Aussie Authors To Read This Winter
Now that the mercury has plummeted through the floor and triggered a mass deficit of electric blankets at Harvey Norman, the only thing left…
Listen Up, Wrong Skin Is Not Your Average True-Crime Podcast
It came out two days ago and we’re already hooked.
Pepe’s Mexican
Newmarket, QLD
Newmarket is home to Pepe's Mexican Restaurant and Tequila Bar - and it's…
9 Books That Will Make Your Life Instantly Better
While there’s no quick fix to turning your life into a Disney movie, there’s something to be said for a good self-help book.…
20 Children’s Books From Your Childhood You’ve Forgotten About
Gone are the days of taking your shoes off in supermarkets, eating soil and asking your kindergarten teacher why she has a moustache, but…
9 TED Talks You Need To Listen To Right Now
Shape, change and challenge your everyday life.
9 Interesting Podcasts That’ll Make Your Commute Less Crap
Let's be honest, your commute to and from work is unlikely to be an exciting time. You're just getting from point A—B and…
Australia’s Only External Building Climb Is In QLD (& It’s Bloody Stunning)!
We have absolutely no doubt there are some crazy adrenaline junkies out there who seek adventure at dizzying heights. If harnessing up and…
The Secret Way To Up Your A-Game At Work
If you’re into a boring daily routine of eat, sleep, work, repeat, with no hope of a holiday any time soon, it might be time to change…
10 Autobiographies You Should Read At Least Once In Your Life
Autobiographies are a window into the soul and sometimes they are so powerful they can change the reader, so and here are our top picks of…
George R.R. Martin Is Releasing A New Game Of Thrones Book
Yep, a new Game of Thrones book is coming.
The Best Podcasts To Make You Laugh Out Loud
Fire up those downloads and let the LOLs run wild with the funniest podcasts out.
7 Celebrity Podcasts You Should Be Listening To Right Now
Let Snoop Dogg catch you up on all things pop culture.
10 Books That Will Change The Way You Think
John Green once wrote great books help you understand and they help you feel understood. Naturally, reading is a subjective process,…
13 True Crime Podcasts You Need To Listen To
Botched investigations, missing persons, cliffhangers—it's all here.
10 Documentaries You Should Binge The Hell Out Of This Month
All right, you true crime pervs. We’re back for another month of watching shows about real things happening to real people in…
These Are The 18 Greatest Movie Soundtracks Of All Time
You could say soundtracks are the make or break of a film…or maybe we’re just being dramatic…like a good soundtrack…
7 Thrillers You Won’t Be Able To Put Down (Because They’re That Damn Good)
Here’s our round-up of the latest wave of thrillers you won’t be about to put down.
There Are Thousands Of Free Books Being Left On Brisbane Trains Today!
This Valentine’s Day is definitely one day you’ll actually want to catch the train. As part of Penguin Random House’s…
Everything You Should Be Binge Watching This Month
We’re currently knee deep in awards seasons, but while everyone’s going mental for the latest film to hit the big screen,…
All The Documentaries You Should Be Watching This Month
They say truth is stranger than fiction, but those people probably never watched Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone.…
6 TV Revivals To Look Forward To In 2018
As we wave goodbye to another year in television, we look ahead to 2018 and all the Sundays we’ll spend in bed on Netflix, eating…
9 Books That Will Become Movies in 2018
Even though us reading enthusiasts will often agree how good the movie was whilst secretly agreeing with ourselves that the book was better,…
8 Aussie True Crime Novels To Binge Read This Summer
Put down that damn Jodi Picoult novel because we’ve dug up the best Aussie true crime books on the market just in time for Christmas,…
Atlanta Monster Is The Latest True Crime Podcast To Fill The Void In Your Ears
If you’re anything like us you’ve no doubt worked your way through every true crime podcast there is by now, and…
A Tell-All Bachie Book Is About To Hit Your Shelves
While we struggle through this complete lull in reality TV, we’ve been buoyed by the news today that there’s about to be a…
8 Podcasts To Listen To Over The Hols That Don’t Suck
If you've not yet gotten into podcasts (seriously, what have you been doing?), this holiday season is the…
Spoiler Alert | Everything You Should Be Watching And Reading This December
Ditch that pesky social life and curl up with a good book or unhealthily addictive TV series. After all, Netflix isn’t a…
How To Shop The Weekend Markets Like A Pro
We think everyone can agree that there is something totally magical about markets (and no, we don’t just mean their magical ability to…
Spoiler Alert | Everything You Should Be Watching And Reading This November
Ditch that pesky social life and curl up with a good book or unhealthily addictive TV series. After all, Netflix isn’t a…
13 True Crime Podcasts You Need To Listen To
We left out Serial because well, you should have listened to that already.
Google’s New Earbuds Can Translate 40 Languages In Real Time
Goodbye French teachers everywhere.
Spoiler Alert | Everything You Should Be Watching & Reading This October
Ditch that pesky social life and curl up with a good book or unhealthily addictive TV series. After all, Netflix isn’t a…
Spoiler Alert | Everything You Should Be Watching & Reading This September
Ditch that pesky social life and curl up with a good book or unhealthily addictive TV series. After all, Netflix isn’t a…
Brisbane’s Biggest, Most Beautiful Craft Markets Are Returning!
The Finders Keepers Markets are coming back to Brisbane and this year they are bigger and better than ever! Bring your suitcases because…
Spoiler Alert | Everything You Should Be Watching And Reading This August
We’re well and truly in winter-mode, so it’s the perfect time to ditch that pesky social life and curl up with a good book or…
These Are The Podcasts You Need In Your Life ASAP
Podcasts are like videos, but for people who like to actually get shit done while learning new things or being entertained.
Spoiler Alert | Everything You Should Be Watching & Reading This July
Winter is here, so it’s the perfect time to ditch that pesky social life and curl up with a good book or unhealthily addictive…
10 Online Book Clubs To Join This Winter
Just putting it out there—book clubs are officially cool. And no, we don’t mean discussing Wuthering Heights with a group of…
Spoiler Alert | Everything You Should Be Watching & Reading This June
Netflix isn’t a hobby—it’s a lifestyle choice.
20 Things To Do In Brisbane For Under $50
Sometimes it can feel like your can't walk out the front door without breaking a fifty.
10 Must-Read Books This Autumn
We’re heading into the cooler months, which means only two things: hot milos and frayed paperbacks. And accidentally dropping your…
A Heath Ledger Doco Is Coming To Break All Our Hearts
Who didn’t have a crush on Heath Ledger when they were 15?
The New Serial Podcast Is Here And We’re Really Excited About It
Serial’s new podcast, S-Town is here, and they’ve released all of the episodes in one drop because they know as well as we do…
9 Spots To Buy Beautiful Vintage Pieces In Brisbane
There are plenty of good reasons to shop vintage; it’s a sustainable and environmentally friendly way to buy clothes plus, let’s…
11 Things You Didn’t Know About Designer, Toni Maticevski
There are few people that truly leave a mark, a legacy that endures the test of time, changing tastes and passing fads—especially in…
7 Celebrity Cook Books That Don’t Actually Suck
If anything’s going to tear us away from our UberEats addiction, it’s the allure of a well-known face performing behind the…
7 Summer Reads You Won’t Wanna Put Down
Ah summer! You are here and we never, ever, ever want to let you go! Along with the cocktails and parties and Christmas cheer, when we…
The Best TV Shows To Smash This Summer
Summer, the perfect time to head outdoors stay indoors, with remote in hand, keeping cool in the air-conditioning from the…
12 Stunning Diaries & Planners To Help You Organise The Hell Outta 2018
For stationary geeks like us, shopping for a diary is one of the mightiest of pleasures that comes when the clock strikes the New Year, so…
Your Ultimate A-Z Christmas Gift Guide!
You've probably left all your Christmas shopping to the last minute—seriously, Christmas Day is only 10 days…
9 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do In Brisbane This Christmas!
Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year! Not only does it entail time spent with loved ones, gifts, and all of the food, but, we…
5 Ways To Mix A Mojito
It’s no wonder mojitos are the most popular cocktail of summer, they’re just so darn refreshing. Made with white rum, lime, mint…
Nailed It | Your Guide To Hassle-Free Christmas Shopping
Christmas shopping instills a certain sense of fear in the general public. We’re here to put a stop to that because, you know what?…
10 Podcasts You Need To Listen To Now
We owe a lot to podcasts—they make our morning commute bearable, educate us on how not to be murdered, provide loads of comic…
Spark Joy: We Try Tidying Up
Surely there’s something wrong with your life if tidying up is going to make it better. Tidying is a life necessity, a chore, a grind.
Do You Have Resting Douche Face?
As a sometimes victim of the debilitating social disease that is Resting Bitch Face, I empathise with all the (seemingly female) RBF…
Your Ultimate Summer Playlist
We’ve partnered with Bose to bring you the summer playlists from some of Australia’s coolest kids: the sisters behind Sydney…
12 Things Successful People Always Do
Success is a mindset; if you want it, you have to work for it.
Finders Keepers Markets Are Back This Weekend!
Marketeers! Grab your hessian sacks and joie de vivre, because our fave Brisbane design markets, Finders Keepers, are back this weekend to…
Where To Hunt Down The Most Beautiful Cafes In Brisbane
If you like your coffee with a side of charm, read on for the 16 most beautiful cafes in Brisbane
Feeling Spontaneous? Here’s How to Spend 24 Hours In Your City
From some of Australia’s best restaurants and bars that don’t require a reservation, to booking a hotel on a whim (we love…
The List | Everything We’re Loving This Month
Each month one member of The Urban List team will be sharing their current obsessions, and—shock—not all of it’s…
The List | Everything We’re Loving This Month
Each month one member of The Urban List team will be sharing their current obsessions, and—shock—not all of it’s…
What’s Trending | Your Faves This Month
You’ve all been so busy being hip and cool! Don’t worry, we’ve noticed. While the whole of Brisbane has been out living it…
Where To Buy Cute Stationery
As much we love our digital day jobs, we’re big fans of occasionally ditching the desktop in favour of some old-school pen-and-paper…
Brisbane Market Calendar | March
Golly gosh! Four days in to March madness and we are already in love. As we hail goodbye to summer (sad face), we look forward to welcoming…
Brisbane Market Calendar | February
Can you believe it’s already February! This month’s Brisbane Market Calendar is loaded with the last of the seasonal summer…
This Summer’s Best Holiday Reads
The year is ending, the holidays are approaching, that sun drenched deck chair is calling and distant Aunt Mildred has sweetly given you a…
Our Top 10 Travel Essentials
Whether you’re globetrotting or road tripping, heading to the tropics, the slopes or simply up the coast, we’ve taken the stress…
Beach Bag Essentials for Summer
From super cool swimmers and lightweight towels, to beach umbrellas and more, we’ve hunted down the best of the best beach bag…
It’s The Urban List…But Better
To our dear Brisbanites, it’s not often that we’ll recommend you put down what you’re eating (even if it is a Tim…
The Best Precincts To Get Your Christmas Shopping Done
Making the most of our cosy climate, and the whimsical freedom it gives us to prance hither and thither in pursuit of the perfect presents,…
Brisbane Market Calendar | November
With summer knocking at the door, our much-loved Brisbane market scene is stocking up on the season's most delicious local produce. This…
James Street’s RESORT Festival Kicks Off This Thursday!
Fans of James Street's famed Up Late events know that this good-looking street can throw a party.
The New Fortitude Valley Market Launches This Weekend
If you're a Brisbane market addict, then you'll be as excited as we are about the Fortitude Valley Market re-launch this…
Brisbane Market Calendar | October
The sun is shining, the weather is sweet! Now that we're on the cusp of summertime (ok, we're reaching a bit!), it's time to get…
James Street’s Father’s Day Gift Guide
Looking for the perfect idea for a Father's Day gift is more often that not, a match made in shopping misery. You swear…
Win $500 To Spend On James Street
Want to splash some serious cash without the shopping guilt? Do you dream of the champagne lifestyle, but in reality, you're on a beer…
Behind The Scenes With Cook Republic’s Sneh Roy
Food fanatics and design buffs are already well aware of Cook Republic's Sneh Roy. The winner of Best Australian Blog 2013,…
Brisbane Markets Calendar | August
With the arrival of our August Market Calendar, and with winter finally here (not that you'd know, with all this spectacular sunshine…
We Visit Showroom in Paddington | Close Encounter
Fans of The Spring Blog are already familiar with Catherine's flair for the creative and the DIY, but her latest…
Because She Used to Be Cool | Gifts For Your Mum
Because imagining your Mum as she was —a teenage rebel, or a hippie, or the class nerd, or just someone who wore miniskirts and…
What’s New in Brisbane | April
What's new in Brisbane this month, you ask? Loads, it seems, as Brisbane continues to celebrate the opening of new venues all over the…
The Urban List’s Guide To New York City
Whether you prefer sightseeing or shopping, live music or museums, we’re here to guide you through the places where New Yorkers eat,…
Kunstler Magazine and Books Opens in Winn Lane
As much as we love the digital medium, that's not to say we don't appreciate an old-school, quality print job, and that the opening…
Big Day Out 2014 | Music On A Monday
The 2014 Big Day Out line-up is one for the nostalgic, with Pearl Jam, Snoop Dogg, Deftones and The Hives headlining the…
Best Beach & Poolside Reads
Fact – reading is one of life’s greatest pleasures. Fact – dipping into reading matter when there is water within…
The Best Christmas Movies of All Time
Here are the best Christmas movies of all time. Enjoy!