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Earsay: The Audible and iHeart Audiobook Club

iHeartPodcasts
Audible
Project Hail Mary
Pride and Prejudice
The Body
Country People
Night People: How To Be a DJ In 90s New York City
Spinal Tap
Harry Potter
Dungeon Crawler Carl
A Fine Line Between Stupid and Clever
Kevin Hart
Narration
Heads Will Roll
Solutions Focused Brief Therapy
Audible App
The Prophecy
Mark Ronson
1990s New York City Nightclub Scene
Spinal Tap Two: the End Continues
Remain: A Supernatural Love Story

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

David Sedaris has notes: on "welcome in," on the machine that took your coffee order, on the airport tip screen, on everyone under 40. But underneath the complaints in his new collection, The Land and Its People, is something softer: the person he ma... more

Kal sits down with psychotherapist Elliott Connie — host of the iHeartPodcast Family Therapy — to talk about Kevin Hart's Audible Original memoir Kids Make Me Angry.

It's a funny, heartfelt conversation about breaking cycles, healthy masculinity, a... more

Today, we're joined by novelist Daniel Mason to explore the quietly enchanted world of Country People, his warmest and funniest novel yet.

An academic California family lands in rural Vermont for a year while the father takes up scything and seeks ... more

This week, we're sharing an episode from Kal's other podcast, Here We Go Again With Kal Penn, all about brain rot and how to fight back. Manoush Zomorodi is a journalist and host of TED Radio Hour. Mostly, she's trying to figure out how technology is... more

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Recent Guests

David Sedaris
Author and humorist known for observational essays and humor
Episode: “The Land and Its People” with David Sedaris
Daniel Mason
Author of Country People
Author (Country People)
Episode: "Country People" with Daniel Mason
Manoush Zomorodi
Journalist, NPR's TED Radio Hour host, author of Bored and Brilliant and Body Electric
Author and journalist
Episode: BONUS: How to Combat Brain Rot with Manoush Zomorodi
Emily Lynne
Co-creator and co-writer of Heads Will Roll; voice of Jojo
Heads Will Roll ( Audible Original )
Episode: “Heads Will Roll: Heir Apparent” with Emily Lynne
Matt Dinniman
Author of Dungeon Crawler Carl
Dungeon Crawler Carl series
Episode: “Dungeon Crawler Carl” with Matt Dinniman and Jeff Hays
Jeff Hays
Founder and CEO of Soundbooth Theatre, audiobook narrator
Soundbooth Theatre
Episode: “Dungeon Crawler Carl” with Matt Dinniman and Jeff Hays
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

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

4.6 out of 5 stars from 98 ratings
  • Omg love Kal!

    What a perfect way to keep the listening going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    coffeel0vrr
    United States5 months ago
  • Questlove!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PaulMatthews83
    United States10 months ago
  • 👍

    ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YGP-Ddd
    United States10 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year ago

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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.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

“Kids Make Me Angry” with Elliot Connie
Q: What is a piece of blunt feedback you wish someone had given you before a big life transition?
Perspective matters—how you view a situation shapes your response more than the event itself; cultivate this mindset to navigate change.
“Kids Make Me Angry” with Elliot Connie
Q: What practical advice do you give parents about communicating with their kids in today's media-rich world?
Stay connected, have open conversations, and be authentic in tone; avoid trying to control emotions or outcomes and instead model healthy expressions of love and accountability.
“Kids Make Me Angry” with Elliot Connie
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about what Solutions Focused Brief Therapy means?
It's a forward-looking approach that helps people identify and create hope for a future different from their past by asking targeted questions and focusing on strengths rather than dwelling on problems.
BONUS: How to Combat Brain Rot with Manoush Zomorodi
Q: What was your initial reaction to the Meta and YouTube lawsuit and what does it mean for tech responsibility?
The guest notes the lawsuit is a historic move toward accountability but cautions that blaming tech companies alone misses the broader societal picture, including parental and adult responsibility and the need for companion efforts like after-school programs and better social supports.
"Country People" with Daniel Mason
Q: Did I get the right takeaway?
Daniel Mason concurs that Miles' ongoing curiosity and inability to finish are tied to a humane penchant for learning and openness to people, which he views as a meaningful takeaway about belonging and growth.

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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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1. David Sedaris
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3. Manoush Zomorodi
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7. Veronica Roth
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