SXSW 2025 attendees are in for an electrifying experience as Audible brings its acclaimed new Audible Original podcast, The Unusual Suspects with Kenya Barris and Malcolm Gladwell, to Austin for an exclusive live taping and immersive pop-up activations.
Live Podcast Taping: Kenya Barris & Malcolm Gladwell with Brené Brown
One of the must-attend events of the festival, Audible invites badge holders to a live taping of The Unusual Suspects featuring Kenya Barris, Malcolm Gladwell, and special guest Brené Brown.
- Date: Sunday, March 9, 2025
- Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
- Location: The Austin Convention Center, Ballroom B
Expect an unfiltered and insightful conversation as Barris and Gladwell explore Brown’s distinctive journey to success, tackling the pivotal moments and challenges that shaped her career. This SXSW-exclusive recording will give festival-goers a behind-the-scenes look at the podcast that has already hosted luminaries like Jimmy Kimmel, Ava DuVernay, and Dr. Dre. The SXSW episode will drop exclusively on Audible on April 3, 2025—but you can be there to witness it live.
SXSW badge required for entry.
Audible Listening Bar at Fast Company Grill
For those looking to unwind and immerse themselves in captivating stories, the Audible Listening Bar at the Fast Company Grill is a must-visit.
Schedule:
- Saturday, March 8: 10:00 a.m. – 4:10 p.m.
- Sunday, March 9 – Monday, March 10: 10:00 a.m. – 7:10 p.m.
- Location: Fast Company Grill, Cedar Door Patio Bar & Grill, 201 Brazos St.
Grab a pair of headphones and listen to excerpts from The Unusual Suspects with Kenya Barris and Malcolm Gladwell, featuring compelling conversations with trailblazers across entertainment, sports, business, and politics.
Whether you’re attending the live podcast taping, stopping by the Audible Listening Bar, or lucky enough to snag an invite to the private cocktail hour, this SXSW activation is set to be one of the most engaging experiences of the festival.
Already intrigued? Stream released episodes of The Unusual Suspects with Kenya Barris and Malcolm Gladwell now on Audible.