As the weather cools and things start to get cozy, why not curl up with the perfect podcast? While there are tons of options out there — podcasts to motivate you to clean [1], to make you laugh [2], to sate your true crime obsession [3] — Netflix has a pretty great selection [4] that will appeal to any movie or TV fanatic. From a heartwarming series [5] about the effect buzzy shows like The Crown [6] have on our lives, to a deep-dive into the making of Oscar hopeful The Irishman [7], check out four new podcasts the streaming giant has to offer in November and December, ahead.
The Crown: The Official Podcast
- Netflix's official description: "A ten-part deep dive on the new season with host Edith Bowman in conversation with Peter Morgan and guests."
- Why you should watch: Calling all The Crown superfans! This is the podcast for you. Not only will you essentially be granted a backstage pass into Buckingham Palace, but host Edith Bowman will shed light on a bunch of fun facts about the series and chat with key players involved in the critically-acclaimed royal drama.
- When it begins streaming: The 10-episode series started streaming on Nov. 18, and will continue to be released weekly on Mondays and Thursdays.
Strong Black Laughs
- Netflix's official description: "A brand spanking new show called Strong Black Laughs is here to bring you the black champions of comedy and take your mind off all the b******t. The pre-legend herself, Tracy Clayton, sat down with host Janelle James to get a taste of what's to come."
- Why you should watch: Are you interested in smiling? And laughing? And generally enjoying yourself? Then stop whatever it is you're doing and press play on this hilarious, insightful podcast.
- When it begins streaming: This series kicked off on Nov. 19, and includes nine episodes, total. Each episode will be released weekly.
Because I Watched
- Netflix's official description: "The stories we watch on television and at the movies can impact the stories of our own lives. Each week we'll hear stories from real people all over the world about the ways their favorite TV and movies have shaped them. Featuring the voices of Helena Bonham Carter, Cara Buono, Bobby Berk and more."
- Why you should watch: Watching movies and TV shows has the potential to change our lives in significant ways, and this podcast
- When it begins streaming: You'll be able to listen to Because I Watched on Nov. 20, and then the remaining seven episodes will be released weekly on all podcast platforms into 2020.
Behind The Irishman
- Netflix's official description: "A three-part exploration of the film hosted by Sebastain Manasolo, including interviews with Martin Scorsese [9], Joe Pesci, Robert De Niro [10], and the rest of the talent that made the film."
- Why you should watch: This film has the potential to win big at the Oscars, so any mob movie fan (or just cinephiles in general) should get the inside scoop on the Irishman while they can — the hype likely won't be dying anytime soon.
- When it begins streaming: This one kicks off on Dec. 2, with three episodes total that premiere weekly on all podcast platforms.