

Simplified Speech #201 – Audiobooks
Sep 12, 2024
Explore the rising trend of audiobooks and how they've transformed reading habits. Andrew shares his unique experience of listening while running, while Kassy reflects on her limited exposure. The hosts weigh the advantages and disadvantages of audiobooks versus traditional reading. They dive into different genres, highlighting favorites like Haruki Murakami, and discuss the impact of quality narration on listener engagement. Tune in for a lively conversation about the art of storytelling in audio format and its perks for language learning.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Cumbersome Cassette Audiobooks
- Andrew recalls childhood road trips with cassette audiobooks.
- These were cumbersome albums of tapes, unlike today's convenient digital options.
Reading Superiority Bias
- Andrew previously believed reading was superior to audiobooks.
- He felt annoyed when people claimed to have "read" a book after only listening.
Running and Audiobooks
- Andrew's running hobby led him back to audiobooks.
- He found focusing on Korean audio difficult while running.