Get ready to laugh your headphones off! Audible, the go-to platform for audiobooks and podcasts, is stepping into the comedy ring with some seriously hilarious new original series. In a bold move that promises to tickle your funny bone, Audible has teamed up with Broadway Video Enterprises (founded by Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels ) to drop not one, but two must-listen comedy podcasts this fall.
The Best Man’s Ghostwriter: A Wild Ride Through Male Friendship
First up, we’ve got “The Best Man’s Ghostwriter,” a podcast that dives headfirst into the weird and wonderful world of guy friendships. Picture this: Nate, a smooth-talking speechwriter, gets roped into writing best man speeches for his pal Dan. Chaos, bromance, and wedding drama ensue. With Glen Powell (you know, from “Top Gun: Maverick”) and Nicholas Braun (aka Cousin Greg from “Succession”) lending their voices, this series is set to be a laugh riot.
Written and directed by comedian Matthew Star—who’s actually been a real-life best man ghostwriter—this podcast is all about the laughs and feels that come with being a best bud. Powell is pumped about the project, saying, “I wanted to create a story that’s both hilarious and heartwarming about the ultimate friendship test—the best man speech. And doing it alongside my talented friends? Even better.”
The cast is a comedy dream team featuring Ashley Park, D’Arcy Carden, Lance Bass, Zach Braff, and so many more. With this all-star lineup, expect comedy gold.
Stranded: When a Girls’ Trip Goes Hysterically Wrong
Next up is “Stranded,” where Audible and Broadway Video take you on a laugh-out-loud adventure that’ll have you rethinking your next girls’ trip. Janet (voiced by Tracee Ellis Ross) and Serena (voiced by Taraji P. Henson) set off for some much-needed R&R, but things take a wild turn when their party boat crashes, leaving them stuck on a Caribbean cay. What follows is a hilarious misadventure with a cast of characters that you won’t soon forget.
Created by Chris Bruno and David Howard Lee, with writing by Shukri R. Abdi, “Stranded” features a star-studded lineup including Lamorne Morris, Jay Ellis, Tim Robinson, Taye Diggs, and Whoopi Goldberg. Taraji P. Henson couldn’t be more thrilled about the project, saying, “Teaming up with Tracee and our insanely funny cast on ‘Stranded’ has been an absolute blast. Get ready for a story that’s going to have you in stitches from start to finish.”
Audible’s Comedy Revolution
These two podcasts are just the latest in Audible’s growing collection of original comedy series, joining hits like “Hot White Heist” with Bowen Yang, “Hit Job” featuring Keke Palmer and Pete Davidson, and “Heads Will Roll” from Kate McKinnon and Emily Lynne.
With a mix of top-tier talent, inventive storytelling, and a commitment to diversity, Audible is shaking up the comedy scene. These new podcasts aren’t just about jokes—they’re immersive audio experiences that’ll have you hooked from the first laugh to the last.
