This week brings five new podcasts across a range of genres, offering listeners a chance to explore health, true crime, travel, satire, and personal storytelling. Each episode provides a unique perspective, from scientific discussions to investigative journalism and reflective narratives. "Feel Better, Live More," hosted by Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, a general practitioner and author, continues to bring together health experts and notable figures. This week’s episode features a conversation with Will Bulsiewicz, a gut health specialist. They discuss the connection between gut health and various medical conditions, focusing on the gut lining, gut microbes, and the immune system. The conversation also explores how relationships, sleep, exercise, and the brain-gut connection influence gut health, along with the types of fiber that are beneficial for the body. "Im Not A Monster – Where is Austin Tice?" is a new investigative podcast from BBC Radio 4 and NPR’s Embedded. It delves into the mysterious disappearance of American journalist Austin Tice in Syria in 2012. The podcast presents conflicting theories about his current status, with some believing he is still alive and others suggesting he may have died years ago. The first episode includes a heartfelt message from Tice’s mother and details the team's recent trip to Syria in 2024, after the fall of the Assad regime, to gather more information about his whereabouts. "Routes," an award-winning travel podcast, features Olympic cyclist Victoria Pendleton. In this episode, Pendleton reflects on how her childhood holidays shaped her competitive spirit and career. She shares stories of her travels during her athletic career and her current life, which includes enjoying travel and outdoor activities in the UK during her retirement. "The Skewer," now in its 17th series, continues to offer a satirical take on current events. This week’s episode targets Nigel Farage and Reform UK, using a blend of news clips, political speeches, and pop-culture references to create a humorous yet insightful commentary on the week's headlines. The episode also touches on topics involving Andrew Tate and discussions around women and consent. "Gift List," hosted by Angela Scanlon, features documentarian Louis Theroux discussing the gifts he has given and received throughout his life. Theroux shares personal anecdotes, including his childhood love for Lego and an amusing incident involving a silver spoon at Joan Collins’ birthday party. The episode concludes with a surprise from Scanlon, who gifts Theroux a Lego set, tying back to his early interests.