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What it's about: Why do we crush on the celebrities we do? Hosts Bim Adewunmi and Nichole Perkins dive into lust, focusing on a different celebrity "thirst object" in every episode. The show is surprisingly insightful and inspiring, and you'll definitely walk away with your celebrity crushes intensified — especially after hearing the fan-fiction "drabbles" that conclude each episode.

Editor's note: I highly recommend starting with the Chris Evans episode where he calls in to give an inspiring, adorable, and oh-so-crush-worthy interview! (Oh, and this podcast is frequently NSFW.)

Listen to Thirst Aid Kit here!

What it's about: This podcast is written, recorded, and produced by San Quentin State Prison inmates, offering a gripping, nuanced look at life behind bars in modern-day America.

Listen to Ear Hustle here!

What it's about: Dirty John investigates the tumultuous relationship between Debra Newell and John Meehan, a man who is not as he appears. Their romance is one of passion, danger, and deception that ultimately impacts more than just the two of them.

Listen to Dirty John here!

What it's about: Each season of this series focuses on a different indigenous Canadian woman who fell victim to an atrocious crime. Hosted by news reporter Connie Walker, the podcast searches for answers for the victims' families — and lays bare many brutal truths about the treatment of indigenous communities in the process.

Editor's note: This is an emotionally intense podcast that made me cry on public transportation, so don't go into it lightly.

Listen to Missing & Murdered here!

What it's about: Jessica Williams and Phoebe Robinson host 2 Dope Queens, a podcast featuring three guest comedians per episode; they discuss issues related to sex, race, and gender.

Listen to 2 Dope Queens here!

What it's about: This award-winning podcast explores the terrifyingly real stories behind creatures, places, and things you may be familiar with — but these are not your regular campfire stories.

Listen to Lore here!

What it's about: This podcast reexamines the murder of Hae Min Lee, a closed case, for which her ex-boyfriend, Adnan Syed, was sentenced to life in prison.

Editor's note: This is a series you'll want to pay close attention to, so make sure to listen while you're doing mindless chores like folding laundry.

Listen to Serial here!

What it's about: This hilarious podcast focuses on Hollywood's "Who"s — B-list celebrities whose names you might not know off the top of your head — rather than "Them"s, and it's a perfect addiction for any pop culture junkie who wants to stay in the know.

Listen to Who? Weekly here!

What it's about: British writer Jamie Morton uncovered that his father had once ventured into the world of self-published erotica. But instead of shoving the story aside and pretending it never existed, Jamie decided to enlist the help of a few friends and read it for everyone to hear.

Editor's note: Need I say "NSFW"?

Listen to My Dad Wrote a Porno here!

What it's about: Hosting thoughtful and mind-flexing conversations with experts, authors, doctors, and public figures, Oprah Winfrey explores meaningful topics in a way that draws you in.

Listen to Oprah's Super Soul Conversations here!

What it's about: This fascinating series is hosted by psychotherapist Esther Perel, and it features anonymous couples who dive into the most intimate, and often uncomfortable, parts of their relationships in an effort to be heard and understood.

Editor's note: As you might have guessed, some episodes of this podcast focus on intimate moments and are therefore NSFW.

Listen to Where Should We Begin? here!

What it's about: Created by the folks behind Up and Vanished, this podcast investigates the murders of at least 28 Atlanta children in the 1970s — and the man who was eventually blamed for the crimes. You'll go back and forth between believing his guilt and his innocence; the entire show is a wild ride.

Listen to Atlanta Monster here!

What it's about: Host Gaby Dunn wants to get real about finances in a way that's approachable, not preachy. For a series that's focussed on a normally intimidating topic, this show is funny, relatable, and nonjudgmental.

Listen to Bad With Money here!

What it's about: Bon Appétit's charming Editor in Chief Adam Rapoport interviews chefs, food writers, and other people who are involved in the culinary scene. This is a great podcast to listen to while cleaning your kitchen!

Listen to Bon Appétit Foodcast here!