Missed Deliveries for September 2025

55 Remarkable Podcasts from September 2025 That Didn't Make Our Newsletter

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In 2015, Joy Morgan's curiosity led her to YouTube videos featuring the fiery sermons of Israel United In Christ, a group later labeled a cult. Embracing their teachings, Joy distanced herself from her family and friends, convinced she found 'the truth.' But her new world came crashing down when she vanished on Boxing Day, 2018. The Missing Sister, a gripping six-episode series, delves into Joy's story of faith, identity, and a family's desperate search for answers.

Dive into tales that have transformed how we perceive music. Music Uncovered offers a journey through the hidden stories behind the melodies and rhythms that define our lives.

History paints Khan Noonien Singh as a villain, the result of a botched genetic engineering experiment, and a tragic antagonist to Admiral James T. Kirk. But beneath the sands of Ceti Alpha V lies the untold story of Khan's transformation from a benevolent tyrant with grand visions to the infamous figure we recognize. "Star Trek: Khan" delves into this hidden narrative, unveiling the truth behind the legend.

Warm Intro is like stumbling upon the most captivating conversation at a dinner party. It's not an interview but an authentic chat, filled with humor and heart, featuring entrepreneurs, artists, politicians, and chefs. They reveal childhood stories, hot takes, and insecurities in honest, sometimes quirky discussions. Hosted by Chai Mishra and presented by Wefunder.

Join '90s TV icon Danielle Fishel as she swaps scripts for sequins on Dancing with the Stars. In her podcast, Danielle with The Stars, she spills the backstage secrets and dance floor dramas that TV didn't catch. With fellow contestants, seasoned pros, and surprise guests, every episode promises to dazzle and delight.

Guns, beer, an ex-con, and some stripping set the scene for Uncle Chris, chronicling a young man's wildest night with his eccentric uncle. As a new college grad on the cusp of a cross-country bike trip, he visits his uncle, an alcoholic garbage truck driver residing in a trailer park. Blending comedy with tragedy, the story delves into their contrasting lives and shared family history, exploring why their paths diverged so drastically.

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Join DJ and Raz on Tapeworm: A Movie Podcast as they journey through the films that molded—or twisted—their childhoods. From obscure horror gems to hilariously bad movies, they offer unfiltered opinions, deep-cut trivia, and plenty of laughs. Dust off your VHS player and prepare to explore the bizarre and forgotten realms of cinema.

Beck Bennett and Kyle Mooney, known for their SNL antics and shared living space history, have embarked on a podcasting adventure with a twist—they're not quite sure what it's about. With hopes that their guests might have the answers, this comedic journey is as unpredictable as it is entertaining. Will they ever figure it out? Tune in to find out.

Lizz Melgar Rose's life turned from a fascination with true crime to living it when her father, Jim Melgar, was murdered, and her mother, Sandy, was found bound in a closet. With her unique interest in crime, Lizz embarks on a quest for justice, convinced the wrong person is imprisoned. Award-winning journalist Maggie Robinson Katz delves into the investigation and courtroom drama in this gripping podcast, Hands Tied.

In the glitzy yet gritty modeling world of the 80s, Paul Fisher, a once straight-A student, navigates a landscape rife with drugs, sex, and violence. After a fortuitous encounter with an alleged mobster, he lands a million-dollar backing to start a New York City modeling agency amid a fierce "model war." Amidst the glamour and chaos, Paul grapples with his morality, facing deadly threats while striving to make it big.

When Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillén disappears, her family's relentless pursuit of answers ignites a movement and demands accountability from the military. This six-part series from ABC Audio and 20/20 delves into the search for Vanessa and the larger issues it uncovered within military ranks.

When America's Next Top Model hit the screens in the early 2000s, it seemed like the ultimate dream for aspiring models. However, two decades on, many contestants see it as more of a curse. Hosted by pop-culture journalist Bridget Armstrong, Curse of: America's Next Top Model dives into the hidden costs of reality TV, revealing the unseen dynamics of beauty, power, and the cultural fascination that fueled the show. Through candid conversations with former contestants and crew, it explores the show's infamous controversies and examines whether Tyra Banks might be reality TV's ultimate villain.

We’re always searching for the latest podcasts so you don’t have to. When they don’t make our Monday newsletter, we keep the ones we know you’ll like for our Missed Deliveries.

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