These Podcasts Have Been Gatekept—Here’s Why You Should Listen to Them in 2023

Get around these pods.

To whoever has been gatekeeping these podcasts, we know why you did—because they’re brilliant!

We guarantee there’s something for everyone here, so start compiling your to-listen list for 2023.

For the crime stans 🔪.

“Secret, Lies and Alibies”.

This true crime podcast is an investigation into a double murder in Florida. The podcast questions whether the case was as clear cut as the judges thought or if it was a rushed case which led to an innocent man’s life on death row.

It’s a six-part series and you'll be hooked from minute one.

“Who The Bleep Did I Marry?”

This podcast is perfect for those who only want to listen to 20-minute episodes.

Each episode of the podcast delves into real stories from people who have discovered a secret from their partners.

Some find out their partners are spies working under cover, some who steal and some with double lives. You'll not expect these twists!

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— lala ୧ ‧₊˚ ⋅ (@irlseal) December 9, 2022

For fiction fans 🧌.

“The New Yorker Fiction Podcast”.

Each episode is roughly an hour of a different short story being read by a former writer for the New Yorker.

It allows the audience to take part in the discussions, too! It’s like your own virtual book club.

“Homecoming”.

This gatekept podcast is a psychological thriller that follows the story of a caseworker at an experimental facility, her supervisor, and a soldier.

The story is told through phone calls, therapy sessions and overheard conversations. We won’t spill the beans but trust us on this one—you'll become obsessed!

It now has its own television series starring Catherine Keener, Oscar Isaac and David Schwimmer.

For the gags 😂.

“The Inspired Unemployed”.

This one’s for the boys.

The only problem with listening to this podcast is that you'll struggle to contain your laughter. This completely ridiculous and brutally honest podcast is the perfect way to unwind after a long day.

Listening to this podcast in public. Hard to not laugh out loud as usual. My most random podcast choice but it’s so funny. #TheInspiredUnemployed pic.twitter.com/bUkZ09t4Ft

— Brigitte Krause (@TheBrigitteEdit) September 12, 2022

“WTF with Marc Maron”.

This podcast is for those who have a spare hour or two to listen each day.

Each day Marc introduces and talks with actors, directors, writers, musicians, comedians and so on. Each session feels incredibly raw as he has casual conversations from his home.

This podcast even got nominated for a people’s choice award for favourite pop podcast!

“Private Parts”.

Jaime Laing, English television personality, leads the podcast as he invites his celebrity friends to discuss hilarious and crazy stories.

Nothing is off limits as you learn everything you can about Jaime and his guests in these 2-part 30-minute episodes.

For the intellectuals 🥸.

“The Daily”.

Want to become educated on what is happening around the world at the moment? This is the perfect podcast for you.

Michael Barbaro and Sabrina Tavernise, journalists and writers for the New York Times, talk you through the biggest stories of our time.

For the life hackers 🧑🏽‍💻.

“High Performance Podcast”.

Each episode brings you a glimpse into the lives of high achievers, from all walks of life. Whether they are athletes, scientists, artists, you'll learn how to become your best, from the best.  You'll leave feeling truly inspired and ready to take on the world!

“How To Fail with Elizabeth Day”.

This podcast challenges the idea that failing is a bad thing.

Each episode celebrates failures in life and talking about what we can learn from them, all in an effort to succeed better.

From topics such as body image, bullying, courage, happiness and self-doubt—we guarantee you'll love this!

“How Did I Get Here?”.

Everyone was a student once. Even Matthew Pavlich.

It’s easy to see celebs and successful peeps doing their thing and killing the game, and think “they must have always been like this.”

Our very own Student Edge podcast host, Charlie Mills, aims to change your mind. Every week, he sits down with a different Aussie figure from the sports, arts, politics and business spaces, and asked them: “how did you get here?”

You can listen to our podcast here!

Start 2023 off right with a new favourite podcast.