Mignon Fogarty manages to make grammar interesting in these podcasts. Transcripts provided but listening is so much more animated and friendly. Access via Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, or Stitcher.
The Secret Life of Canada is a history podcast about the country you know and the stories you don't. (CBC Radio)
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Largest oral history project of its kind. Hear stories from a variety of backgrounds, religions, communities... Contribute your own story using the app! Accompanying study guides for teachers.
From the people at HowStuffWorks, interesting focus on strange stories from underrepresented groups. Accessible via iHeart Radio, which gives access to seemingly endless radio options.
From the creators of HowStuffWorks, these podcasts focus on the ins and outs of major and mundane things. Longer episodes and some adult content makes this suitable for grade 9 up.