Close your eyes. Imagine yourself in a park on a summer day, or on the shores of a lake. You've got your favorite pair of headphones and an episode of a podcast that is so gripping that you don't hear the skateboarders going by, or cars honking, or any sounds at all except those within the podcast itself. GoodPods' list of Top 5 Independent Podcasts covers some of the best audio content created today—from narrative storytelling to funny interviews with comedians to niche-focused entertainment. Listen and share these top independent podcasts to find captivating stories from around the world. By Vinnie Potestivo