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Behind the Mic with AudioFile Magazine

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The Comfort Of Ghosts
Horror Movie
The Stormlight Archive
Lady Sherlock
The Wheel Of Time
The Mirrored Heavens
Mia Hutchinson-Shaw
Sarah T. Dubb
Birding With Benefits
Evan Sibley
One Of Our Kind
Kate Reading
Audiobook Industry
Audiobook
Science Fiction
Maisie Dobbs
Housemates
90s Horror Films
Nicole Lewis
Redlined

Find your next great audiobook on our podcast, Behind The Mic with AudioFile Magazine. Every Tuesday, AudioFile Editors and host Jo Reed recommend the very best audiobooks and narrators. It’s the perfect way to keep up with new releases and hear about audiobooks you may have missed. Want more? Listen to our bonus episodes featuring in-depth conversations with the most talented voices in audiobooks... more

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Narrator Mia Hutchinson-Shaw joins AudioFile’s Michele Cobb to discuss narrating Annie Mare and Ruthie Knox’s cozy mystery HOMEMAKER. We follow along with protagonist Prairie Hawk Nightingale, a homemaker extraordinaire, on her quest to solve the dis... more

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In this bonus edition of Behind the Mic, host Jo Reed speaks with Sara DiVello, true crime writer, founder and host of interview series Mystery and Thriller Mavens, and co-chair of the Nantucket Book Festival. DiVello’s latest book, narrated by Jorda... more

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Award-winning narrator Grover Gardner joins AudioFile’s Michele Cobb to tell listeners about narrating one of our picks for Best Nonfiction & Culture audiobooks of 2025: Rick Atkinson’s Revolutionary War epic, THE FATE OF THE DAY: The War for America... more

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Award-winning narrator Ron Butler joins AudioFile’s Michele Cobb to tell listeners about narrating Nicholas Boggs’ stunning audiobook, BALDWIN, one of our picks for Best Biography & Memoir audiobooks of 2025. This comprehensive biography of James Bal... more

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Ron Butler
Award-winning audiobook narrator
Episode: Interview with Ron Butler: Best Biography & Memoir Audiobooks 2025
Brian Andrews
Co-author and US Navy veteran
Andrews and Wilson
Episode: Behind the Mic talks with author Brian Andrews
Christy Mandin
Author of MILLIE FLEUR SAVES THE NIGHT and other books incorporating her love of nature into whimsy.
Episode: Embracing the dark in MILLIE FLEUR SAVES THE NIGHT
Elizabeth Knowelden
Narrator known for her award-winning performances, including her work on MILLIE FLEUR SAVES THE NIGHT.
Episode: Embracing the dark in MILLIE FLEUR SAVES THE NIGHT
Courtney B. Vance
Award-winning actor with a prominent career in film and television
Actor
Episode: Who’s Listening? Actor Courtney B. Vance
Cassandra Campbell
Narrator and voice behind the Shady Hollow Mysteries
Audiobook Narrator
Episode: MOCKINGBIRD COURT, Book 6 in the Shady Hollow Mystery series
David Timson
Crime fiction narrator extraordinaire
Naxos Audiobooks
Episode: Behind the Mic talks Classic Crime Novels with David Timson
Adriana Trigiani
An award-winning playwright, television writer, producer, filmmaker, podcaster, and bestselling author of some 20 books in fiction and nonfiction.
Episode: Who’s Listening? Author Adriana Trigiani
Cadwell Turnbull
Newcombe Institute Literary Award-winning author of The Lesson and Lambda Award-winning author of No Gods, No Monsters.
Episode: Behind the Mic talks TRANSMENTATION | TRANSIENCE

Hosts

Michele Cobb
Publisher of AudioFile Magazine and host of the podcast, sharing insights on audiobooks and their narrators.
Jo Reed
Host of the podcast, known for facilitating engaging discussions about audiobooks and interviews with narrators and authors.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 166 ratings
  • Make it part of your morning routine!

    Great show. It’s a part of my daily morning podcast routine along with NPR’s Book of the Day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hachimitzu
    United States6 months ago
  • The Ads???!

    Would have easily been a four star but for the AIPAC ads.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    duckpat
    United States7 months ago
  • Great content but ads are far too long for the length of the podcast

    If you have a 5-minute podcast, please don’t add 2-3 minutes of ads onto it.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    janeycanuck
    Canadaa year ago
  • An excellent resource that’s fun to listen to

    I love listening to these reviews and the sheer joy that the host and guests share for this Format. I’ve been introduced to narrators I’ve never heard before and have discovered must listen audiobooks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MayWJ
    United Statesa year ago
  • Honest reviews

    I like that Jo adds a personal comment, occasionally negative, on the selections.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    PSDExpat
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Listeners appreciate the concise recommendations that help them discover new audiobooks.
The podcast is highly regarded for its insightful discussions about audiobook narration and the publishing process.
Listeners enjoy the hosts' enthusiasm and expertise, making it a valuable resource for audiobook lovers.
Some listeners have expressed concerns about ad placements interrupting the flow of content.
Reviews highlight the joy of hearing from narrators and authors, contributing to an engaging listening experience.

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#210
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Interview with Shaun Taylor-Corbett: Best Fiction Audiobooks 2025
Q: How did you settle on Mitch's voice? How did you find it?
Shaun describes his approach to maintaining a youthful sound while also infusing Mitch with characteristics befitting a political fixer.
Interview with Shaun Taylor-Corbett: Best Fiction Audiobooks 2025
Q: How did you prepare for this narration? Did you speak with Jon Hickey?
Shaun communicated through email with the publisher for pronunciations but did not meet Jon directly.
Interview with Shaun Taylor-Corbett: Best Fiction Audiobooks 2025
Q: How did you get involved with the recording of Big Chief?
Shaun mentions how he often gets referred by publishing companies and that this project matched his background.
Interview with Ron Butler: Best Biography & Memoir Audiobooks 2025
Q: How did you channel the sound of James Baldwin?
Ron Butler highlights the challenge of portraying various narrative voices and that he listened extensively to Baldwin's recordings to capture his rhythm and essence without mimicking him.
Interview with Ron Butler: Best Biography & Memoir Audiobooks 2025
Q: Can you kick us off with a little bit of detail about what the book covers from Baldwin's life?
Ron Butler explains that the biography is the most comprehensive account of Baldwin's life, focusing on the great loves he had and their influence on his creativity and works.

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Focused on providing insights into the world of audiobooks, this podcast features editors and hosts recommending notable audiobooks and outstanding narrators each week. Topics often include discussions on a range of genres, from fiction and biography to children's literature, and highlight the artistry of narration, as well as the complexities of storytelling. Regular bonus episodes dive deeper into the creative process of various audiobook professionals, enriching the listener's understanding of the audiobook medium and its impact on literature. This unique blend of recommendations, insights, and interviews makes it a valuable resource for audiobook enthusiasts eager to discover their next listen.

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1. Ron Butler
2. Brian Andrews
3. Christy Mandin
4. Elizabeth Knowelden
5. Courtney B. Vance
6. Cassandra Campbell
7. David Timson
8. Adriana Trigiani

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