PODCASTS Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness

You’re wrong about…

Hosted by freelance journalist Sarah Marshall, be prepared to be shocked and amazed by the truth behind the headlines.

The series examines media controversies that have been misunderstood in the public imagination in the past and present.

So if you love those true-crime documentaries that delve deep into reevaluating a person or a unique case, this is for you. It covers everything including elections, celebrity deaths and scandal, and how crime can often be misreported with tremendous bias. But it’s playful too. Tune in for endless discussion topics that leave you thinking.

Up and Vanished

There is nothing more fascinating and frustrating than a missing person’s case – especially when the subject seems to have vanished into thin air.

Atlanta filmmaker Payne Lindsey was inspired to start this series after a high-profile case hit his home town and he embarked on an investigation.

When beauty queen and high school teacher Tara Grinstead disappeared from her home in Ocilla, Georgia, it became a completely cold case.

Reviewing old leads and uncovering new ones, the series features 24 episodes with numerous bonus episodes. As the people began talking about the case again, new leads and stories emerged.

Under the Skin with Russell Brand

If you love something to sink your teeth into, it doesn’t get more intellectual and thoughtprovoking than this series.

Yes, he’s a comedian, but in recent years Brand has made a name for himself as an author, forward-thinker and activist. Having battled his own demons, here he opens up the conversation to celebrity friends and guests.

The series revolves around the idea of, “what defines our time, or the history we are told”, and goes deep to answer these questions.

He ponders everything, including human rights, mental health, terrorism and so much more.

If you’re looking for an infectious burst of uplifting content – look no further. Queer Eye star JVN hosts in his own unique style, leaving no stone unturned. Able to charm the life out of anyone, he asks the questions you’re dying to know the answers to from a whole host of interesting guests.

Some of the most memorable episodes are with activists, astronauts, politicians and everyone in between. As for topics covered, they get curious about anything and everything under the sun.

All with that Queer Eye sparkle of humour.