Podcasts & Books

2021 was the year we needed podcasts more than ever. From giving us the chance to virtually armchair travel around the world, to listening…

The festive season can cause havoc to your bank account. You want to be a gift-giving legend but you also need to be able to put food on the…

It’s official, we’re straight up obsessed with true crime. And for the real super sleuths among us, there never is enough true…

Whether you’re a baby feminist or a seasoned equality fighter, this list covers the freshest feminist reads from Australian and…

Whether you’re a life-long bookworm or you’ve never quite gotten into reading, now is the perfect time to fall in love with…

LGBTQI+ voices may traditionally be marginalised in literature, however, this is slowly but surely changing as the queer community’s…

When you spend your day looking from your laptop to your phone, then back to your laptop again, sometimes a screen detox is exactly what you…

We’re never quite ready to let go of our favourite TV shows. We miss the laughs, plot twists, dramas, relationships, cliffhangers,…

We consider ourselves connoisseurs of true crime entertainment here at Urban List. A new eerie podcast—we’ve listened to it…

History podcasts—they’re juicy, they’re plumpin’ and they’ve got all the tea that will make you light up the…

With International Women’s Day before us, what better way to get yourself prepared than listening to some podcasts that are hosted by…

While the pool of epic female-written books is deeper than ever, we could write about Margaret Atwood, Toni Morrison and Harper Lee all-day…

Bless your ears with these incredible LGBTQI+ podcasts that will make you laugh and cry with their raw, honest and hilarious storytelling.…

Simply put, audiobooks are a way to cheat your way into being a literary legend. So you might have hit up good old Sparknotes in your senior…

2020 was the year we needed podcasts more than ever. From giving us the chance to virtually armchair travel around the world, to listening…

Fantasy books are peak escapism at its finest. From abandoned towns and bewitching worlds to dark curses and sacred artefacts, these…

Slasher fans—and Aucklanders who’ve exhausted every other streaming platform available—can rejoice in the news that New…

If lockdown gifted us one thing, it was the chance to finally catch up on all those books (and let's be honest, TV shows) that…

These days, it’s almost as if every person and their dog has a podcast. If you really wanted, you could piece one together with the…

If you haven’t asked your friend, co-worker or COVID crush precisely what time they were born so you could figure out their…

Think back to when you first learned about sex.  Perhaps you were sitting in a classroom, fixated on an educational VHS starring…

Oh, queen Bey, how we have missed you! In news that the world truly needs right now, Beyoncé has announced she’s finally…

The new true-crime podcast series Chasing Charlie is about as Juicy as they come. The seven-part series follows an eight-year chase of New…

Let’s cut to the chase. There’s a big pool of sex podcasts sitting out there (most likely full with lots of banana inflatables)…

Right now, couples are home quarantining, spending more time together than ever before — and they’re baking bread together in…

While we loved binging the craziness that was Netflix’s Tiger King, sometimes we need a hit of wholesomeness, and it doesn’t get…

From the Australian Outback to huge sand dunes in the heart of the Orkney Islands—travel books will transport you to places all over…

Rejoice, the doyen of documentaries, Louis Theroux, is finally set to release a podcast thanks to the good folk at the BBC. Titled Grounded…

Thanks to the unexpected outbreak of COVID-19, we’re working from home, exercising at home and socialising at home. Even if you love…

Lockdown is in full swing and we're missing our favourite Hamilton haunts more than ever. Anyone else desperate for a burger and/or a…

If you thought Instagram and YouTube was the only vice to satisfy your travel bug, think again. The number of travel podcasts to dig into…

Found yourself with a little extra time on your hands? Who would have thought? Get comfy, switch on your reading light and unleash your…

There’s no denying it, times are tough and confusing as hell right now. Physical distancing and the general daily news headlines can…

Our love affair with podcasts runs deep and this month is no exception. As per usual, we’ve got you covered with a generous serving of…

Settle in for good times this weekend because there's a sling of binge-worthy goods you need to cross off your bucket list. Here's…

With news dropping this week that The Handmaid’s Tale season four will commence filming this March, our curiosity on the future of…

While most of us are easing back into work after a few glorious weeks off, you’re going to need something good to listen to on your…

The temps have peaked, the days longer and beaches are becoming our second home—which can only mean one thing, summer is well and…

Let’s cut to the chase. There’s a big pool of sex podcasts sitting out there (most likely full with lots of banana inflatables)…

When LA Times reporter Christopher Goffard released a little-known podcast by the name of Dirty John last year, true crime buffs lost their…

Until now, your Friday nights and long-haul flights have most definitely been loaded with all the Netflix, Stan and Neon content. Now, brace…

If charging up your career game has been a priority this year, then you’ve come to the right place. Sure, Barefoot Investor definitely…

This month we’re vibing all things crime and cult-related (it is, after all nearly Halloween). We’ve even uncovered a seriously…

Settle in for good times this weekend because there's a sling of binge-worthy goods you need to cross off your bucket list. Here's…

Settle in for good times this weekend because there's a sling of binge-worthy goods you need to cross off your bucket list. Here's…

In case you’ve been out of the podcast loop, wellness is the new true-crime. And though speculating on all things mysterious is fun,…

Practicing mindfulness is often something we overlook as a part of our wellness, but being mindful can really help to get you in tune with…

If there’s one thing we can’t get enough of right now, it’s true crime podcasts, so we’re always a little giddy when…

While we endure the long and anxious wait for season four of The Handmaid’s Tale to hit our screens (and find out if June ever…

It’s pretty well established that Auckland is full of cool, hip and unique things to do. So it’s only fitting that we…

Get your headphones ready, a brand new true crime podcast has dropped and it’s the only thing you need to binge this week.…

Somehow, July has become betterment month. We’ve got podcasts to help you manage your money, your love life, and adulting in general.…

In news more magical than the world of Hogwarts itself, Pottermore Publishing has just announced plans to drop a sling of short, non-fiction…

This month, there’s a relatable Millennial saga, The New Me, a proper laugh out loud with Cheer Up, Mr. Widdicomb and a mystical…

On 23 March, Australian podcast juggernaut Casefile officially confirmed the next sling of true-crime episodes on the horizon. So perk your…

If you’re a fan of the dystopian tale known as The Handmaid’s Tale, you’re going to want to listen up here. Author…

Magical may be the unofficial word to coin this headphone (it’s all innovative tech and music-loving scientists, engineers and…

Fun fact; we’ll sleep for a third of our lives. Granted, we’re all pretty clued up on why sleeping is so good for a happy,…

There have been a ton of great new podcasts out in 2018 and other not-so-new-ones that had strong seasons. But like with anything…

It’s true that New Zealand is blessed with multiple outstanding restaurants and cafes it takes an effort to stay home and…

It may be too soon to anticipate an on-screen reunion with Timothée Chalamet and Armie Hammer but—big news—a Call Me By…

Got an entertainment buff you need to please? From retro arcade games to stylish sound systems, we’ve got something that will have…

For those of you who can’t get enough of True-Crime podcasts, boy do we have some news for you. Yep, this one’s for when…

Welcome back to the weekend legends and congrats for surviving the nine to five hustle. For the weekend, here’s everything you need to…

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 be…

It has been over ten years since the release of the last part to the iconic Harry Potter series but the love for these books is everlasting.…

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…

Forget about tape players and CD’s, today’s music is all about streaming—or is it? There’s one form of music…

Guys, reading is cool (why do I feel incredibly lame typing that??). It was around way before Netflix (or uh, the internet) was a…

The recent success of shows like Call the Midwife, The Crown and good ol’ Downton Abbey proves that we all love a cheeky bit of…

All you true-crime fans, it’s time to stop what you’re doing and download Wrong Skin ASAP. Done? Fab. Now here’s the…

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.…

Auckland’s favourite bookstore, The Hard To Find Bookshop, has moved from their iconic Onehunga spot to a brand new location in Eden…

Settle in team, it’s time to get inspired (in a BIG way). We all know TED talks as inspiring talks by some of the world’s most…

​In a world where there are movie adaptations of just about every book ever written, we’re at risk of forgetting the joy…

Calling all journos, poets, writers, performers, readers, and playwrights: the Auckland’s Writers Festival is back for another year…

Sometimes there are stories inside that are bound to be told. And, thankfully, great people, hurt people, vulnerable people and people who…

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…

We get it, sometimes you need a little somethin’ somethin’ to pick you up and have a little laugh at. Thankfully, this world is…

Some celebs just won’t quit with one skill. No, they’re set on showing us just how damn talented they are across all of the…

John Green once wrote great books help you understand and they help you feel understood. Naturally, reading is a subjective process,…

You could say soundtracks are the make or break of a film…or maybe we’re just being dramatic…like a good soundtrack…

All right, you true crime pervs. We’re back for another month of watching shows about real things happening to real people in real…

Both Gone Girl and Girl on the Train set the stage for a new era of psychological thriller—one with a female lead who is imperfect,…

We’re currently knee deep in awards seasons, but while everyone’s going mental for the latest film to hit the big screen,…

They say truth is stranger than fiction, but those people probably never watched Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone.…

2018 is set to be an epic year for seeing all of your favourite books come to life on screen. Even though us reading enthusiasts will…

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,…

If you've not yet gotten into podcasts (seriously, what have you been doing?), this holiday season is the perfect…

There were two types of people in Auckland on Friday night—the one who got rowdy at Drake, or the one who had cake and tea at a…

There’s no doubt about it, we love ourselves a good market any day of the week but with Christmas fast approaching we are even more…

Have a nifty fifty in your pocket and not sure what to do with it? Worry not, because there’s plenty of cheap things to do in…

You know that feeling you get when you meet someone who can speak more than one language? It's part awe, part pure jealousy and part…

Warmer weather and longer days are among us with Spring in full force! And with Christmas creeping closer (12 weeks to go!!), our favourite…

There’s two types of people in this world. There’s those who keep their workspace minimal—a ball point pen and a…