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The MacArthur Foundation awards the "Genius Grant" every year to the most compelling scientists, educators and artists in the country. But who are these "geniuses," really? Host Bob Garfield sits down with fellows, including writer and producer David Simon, radio producer Jad Abumrad, and inventor Amy Smith, to learn what events shaped their life, how they became leaders in their fields, and what they imagine our shared future looks like.

Do you struggle to Sleep Sound? In this new season of the popular sleep aid podcast, actor Shamier Anderson will lead you on a journey to deep relaxation.

Hello Sleep's guided meditations are based on the techniques and practices of mindfulness meditation which have been scientifically investigated and found to help insomnia.

Sleep 101s are short, educational pieces that go deep - but not too deep - into all things sleep. They cover topics like understanding your circadian rhythm, how to ease into a meditation practice, tips about getting better sleep, and more.

Hello Sleep's guided meditations are based on the techniques and practices of mindfulness meditation which have been scientifically investigated and found to help insomnia.

Some stories are too sensitive, painful or potentially damaging to share publicly - unless they can be shared anonymously. TED and Audible present, Sincerely, X, featuring speakers whose ideas deserve to be heard but whose identities must remain hidden.

Do you struggle to Sleep Sound? Let Australian musician Natalie Imbruglia lead you on a journey towards sleep. Featuring a selection of verse from celebrated poet Dorothea Mackellar, travel through rich and immersive soundscapes inspired by the rugged Australian landscape.

To find out how the greatest financial fraud in history imploded, journalist Steve Fishman tracks down the victims, the federal investigators, the accomplices, and the mastermind, Bernie Madoff himself. Ponzi Supernova takes listeners through the calculated lies, frantic hi-jinx, and lax financial oversight that ultimately weaponized a Ponzi scheme into a $65 billion destructive force that reached across the globe and still has lasting effects today.

Audible editor Sam Danis delves into spatial audio with Dolby Atmos: what it is, what makes it so immersive, and what the future holds for audio entertainment. Featuring conversations with experts in sound design and production, as well as samples from some of the most unique Audible productions available in Dolby Atmos. Listen in to discover the storytelling magic this innovative technology can offer.

Dick Whittington and his family are very poor. So, hearing that the streets of London are paved with gold, Dick decides to go to this city of opportunites and make his fortune. A magical retelling of the classic fairy tale, read by Stephen Mangan.

Sterling K. Brown softly shares the story of the kindness of neighbors, both human and animal, that embrace the beauty of the evening.

Narrated by award-winning actor Martin Sheen, The Home Front: Life in America During World War II takes listeners into the lives of Americans at home who supported the war effort and sustained the country during wartime. The war brought immediate, life-changing shifts; from the rationing of butter, to an explosion of war-related jobs, to mixed-signals about the role of women in society. Feel what living in the United States was like for everyday people during this disruptive and uncertain period of American history in this Audible Original series. Executive producer was Martha Little. Series producer was Dan Gediman.

The story of chess through history, fiction and the games of the masters. Capture more training time by studying chess through audio. How it works: Subscribe to the newsletter to have each episode's study resources delivered to your inbox. You can subscribe here: https://audiblechess.substack.com/ When you're done studying, listen to the podcast and see how well you can visualize the moves "blindfold". I hope the show helps improve your chess.

Hello Sleep's guided meditations are based on the techniques and practices of mindfulness meditation which have been scientifically investigated and found to help insomnia.

Richard Madeley has been gracing our screens since the early 1980s, best known for his time on This Morning and Richard and Judy with his wife, Judy Finnegan. Taking inspiration from the Richard and Judy Book Club, Richard recently started writing novels of his own. He visits the Audible Studios to talk about his latest crime novel, The Night School.

Please note: this series contains mature content and listener discretion is advised.

In this Audible Original series, Mary Hoang has paired proven psychological techniques with sound therapy to create a guided journey to a restful sleep. Cocoon yourself with the soundscapes by sound therapy composer Rich Lucano, choose the meditation that feels right for you and fall sound asleep.

Clare's debut novel, I Let You Go, became a sensational bestseller. Her second novel, I See You, is set to follow in these footsteps. Clare discusses what we can expect, about the success of her first novel, and what we can expect next.

Hello Sleep's guided meditations are based on the techniques and practices of mindfulness meditation which have been scientifically investigated and found to help insomnia.

Have you found your dream home? In this bedtime story, Eva Longoria unfolds the inner feelings of a couple who tour the perfect house and imagine turning it into their dream home.