By Islam El-Sakka
Five new podcasts debut this week spanning food, drama, society, history, and nature, offering listeners fresh audio options across major platforms.
Ruthie’s Table 4
Recorded at Michelin-starred The River Café in Hammersmith, London, this food and life podcast features co-founder Ruthie Rogers in conversation with notable guests. The latest episode welcomes Nile Rodgers, Grammy-winning musician and co-founder of Chic, who discusses his adoption, upbringing in New York, and career highlights including work with Madonna.
Sober Companion
A 15-minute drama series on BBC Sounds and Radio 4 stars Rob Delaney and Bel Powley. Written by Sarah Simmonds, it follows pop star Lucy Green (Powley) and her sober companion Tim (Delaney) on a turbulent journey to rehab in Arizona, blending humor with a sharp portrayal of addiction and recovery.
Talking Common
Hosted by author Josh Connolly, this society podcast explores class barriers and creative careers. The latest episode features spoken word poet Sonny Green, a Britain’s Got Talent finalist, discussing parental addiction, losing his father, and who gets to tell working-class stories. Other guests include musician Jordan Stephens and journalist James Bloodworth.
Gangster Presents: Angels and Outlaws – The Story of the Biker Gangs
Investigative journalist Livvy Haydock presents a six-part history and true crime series on BBC Sounds tracing the origins of biker gangs across the Atlantic. The series covers gang rivalries, violent clashes, and cultural touchpoints from the Swinging Sixties to modern chapters in London, North America, and Denmark.
Naturewatch
Naturalist Chris Packham, content creator Kyle Thomas, and zoologist Megan McCubbin host this nature podcast on BBC Sounds, BBC2, and iPlayer. The trio discuss topics ranging from conkers and acorns to red deer roars and bird facts, delivering accessible expertise in a conversational format.
