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Earsay: The Audible and iHeart Audiobook Club

iHeartPodcasts
Project Hail Mary
Audible
Pride and Prejudice
The Body
Night People: How To Be a DJ In 90s New York City
Spinal Tap
Harry Potter
A Fine Line Between Stupid and Clever
Narration
Audible App
The Prophecy
Mark Ronson
1990s New York City Nightclub Scene
Spinal Tap Two: the End Continues
Remain: A Supernatural Love Story
Stephen King
Astronomy
Seek the Traitor's Son
Earsay: the Audible and Iheart Audiobook Club
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Earsay: The Audible and iHeart Audiobook Club is the ultimate book club for audiobook lovers. Hosted by Kal Penn, each episode invites you into the club, where iHeartPodcast hosts, celebrated authors, and very special guests get together to nerd out about the Audible titles they can’t stop listening to. From thrillers and comedy to reimagined classics and exclusive Audible Originals — you’ve heard... more

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Latest Episodes

Earsay goes live at Audible Story House in New York for an episode about Dungeon Crawler Carl, the global phenomenon that started as a single line in a middle school notebook ("Alien Game Show") and grew into an eight-book franchise with a TV adaptat... more

Today, we’re diving into Seek the Traitor's Son — the sweeping new romance/fantasy/sci-fi epic from Veronica Roth, author of the Divergent series.

Veronica shares why she spent years steering away from the things that actually made her happy as a w... more

Join Kal Penn for a special live taping of Earsay at Audible Storyhouse in NYC, featuring author Matt Dinniman and narrator Jeff Hays as they dive into the wildly popular Dungeon Crawler Carl series.

Visit audiblestoryhouse.com for more informatio... more

A forensic anthropologist who secretly writes cozy mysteries. An actress-turned-director who adapts his book into a film he hates. A media tour forcing them together. Just Kiss Already!

Author Lily Chu joins the show and explores the book’s dual-na... more

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Recent Guests

Veronica Roth
Author of Seek the Traitor's Son, known for The Divergent series
Author
Episode: “Seek the Traitor’s Son” with Veronica Roth
Lily Chu
Author of Just Kiss Already
Author, Just Kiss Already
Episode: “Just Kiss Already” with Lily Chu
Wil Wheaton
Author and audiobook narrator; actor known for Star Trek The Next Generation and The Big Bang Theory
Self/Guest
Episode: "The Body" with Wil Wheaton
Ray Porter
The actor and outstanding audiobook narrator
Narrator for Project Hail Mary
Episode: “Project Hail Mary” with Ray Porter
Rhianna Dillon
Harry Potter super fan and film/TV critic
Independent
Episode: "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (Full Cast Edition)" with Rhianna Dhillon
Dana Schwartz
American journalist, screenwriter, and author; host of Noble Blood and Hoax
Noble Blood; Hoax (podcasts)
Episode: “Remain: A Supernatural Love Story” with Dana Schwartz
Rob Reiner
Director/Actor, Spinal Tap creator, voice of the audiobook author
Spinal Tap/Film
Episode: "A Fine Line Between Stupid and Clever: The Story of Spinal Tap" with Rob Reiner and Michael McKean
Michael McKean
Actor, musician, Spinal Tap member
Spinal Tap/Film
Episode: "A Fine Line Between Stupid and Clever: The Story of Spinal Tap" with Rob Reiner and Michael McKean
Randy McKinnon
Creator of The Prophecy, writer and executive producer
Prophecy ( Audible Original)
Episode: “The Prophecy” (Season 2) with Randy McKinnon

Hosts

Kal Penn
Host of Earsay; engages guests in author-driven conversations about audiobooks, world-building, and storytelling.
Ed Helms
Host of Snafu and Earsay-related shows; co-hosts discussions on audiobooks, performance, and culture.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 78 ratings
  • Omg love Kal!

    What a perfect way to keep the listening going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    coffeel0vrr
    United States3 months ago
  • Questlove!

    I can listen to Questlove talk about anything. Such a great interview with Kal!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PaulMatthews83
    United States8 months ago
  • 👍

    ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YGP-Ddd
    United States8 months ago
  • Finally!!!

    I’ve been slacking so hard on reading since my commute isn’t a thing anymore and I’ve been trying to get more into audio books. This is such a smart idea!! Love the hosts and can’t wait for more recs. Will definitely keep listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YankeeDoodleJeter
    United States9 months ago
  • Long overdue!

    I’ve been looking for a show like this. I listen to 2-3 audio books each month, but no one really has done something like this for the medium. You have all these rewatch shows, but this is basically a re-listen show. Also, I just love everything Ed Helms does. Nard dog!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RustyBennington12
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the duo's chemistry and approachable deep-dive into books and narration.
The format is appreciated for its focus on audio production and behind-the-scenes storytelling.
Guests like Questlove and Veronica Roth are highlighted as standout episodes that mix expertise with fun.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#34
United States/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#114
United States/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#22
Indonesia/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#52
Indonesia/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#142
Ireland/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#145
Belgium/Arts/Books

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

“Project Hail Mary” with Ray Porter
Q: Can we talk about how Project Hail Mary came to you and what your initial reaction was reading the manuscript?
Porter describes Audible reaching out and his enthusiasm for the physics-heavy, dialogue-rich material, plus his prior familiarity with Weir's work, which made him eager to narrate.
“Seek the Traitor’s Son” with Veronica Roth
Q: What did you want readers to take away about ambition and prophecy?
I want readers to see that prophecy can reveal possibilities but doesn't remove the need for personal resilience and choice; fate doesn't have to dictate your path.
“Seek the Traitor’s Son” with Veronica Roth
Q: How do you balance multiple POVs and a mysterious narrator without confusing the reader?
The audiobook's three perspectives plus a mysterious narrator at the end were designed to align with the emotional threads of the story, and careful revision ensured information flow felt urgent rather than overwhelming.
“Seek the Traitor’s Son” with Veronica Roth
Q: Where did Elegy come from, and what was hard about finding her voice?
Elegy was the hardest character to find; Theron came easily, but Elegy required deep exploration of grief and a grounding in the book's emotional core, which then shaped the dynamic between the two leads.
"Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (Full Cast Edition)" with Rhianna Dhillon
Q: If you could choose one Hogwarts subject to study or teach, what would it be?
The guest favors charms for its practical, life-simplifying magic, and notes the playful yet insightful nature of using magic to shape everyday life.

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A witty, book-centric conversation show where Kal Penn and Ed Helms host with guests ranging from bestselling authors to actors and narrators. Episodes orbit Audible adaptations, audiobook production, and the storytelling craft across genres like fantasy, romance, sci-fi, and memoir, with behind-the-scenes chats about narration, world-building, and audience reception. Noteworthy elements include a strong emphasis on the audio medium, cross-promotions with Audible, and a dynamic host duo that blends humor with deep-dive literary discussion, making it appealing for listeners who love books, storytelling, and performance.

Across episodes, the show often features in-depth author interviews, discussions about audiobook narration and production,... more

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