Audiobook Café

By Accessible Media Inc.

Jacob Shymanski shares the latest audiobook and literary news, and features in-depth conversations with authors, narrators and industry experts.... more

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Audiobook Café episodes:

November 16, 2025AI Narration for Indie Audiobooks
Indie author Evan Tomos recently released a full-cast audiobook version of his young adult book “Rupert Blacklock and the Prophecy of Whimsy Fickle.” What makes this audiobook different from others? It features 45 characters completely read by digital voices using ElevenLabs, an AI voice generating platform.
Jacob and Evan explore the use of AI in audiobook narration and how AI models can expand opportunities for independent authors in the publishing industry.
This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.
Audiobook Café is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes two new podcast episodes a week on Saturdays and Sundays.
Follow Audiobook Café on Instagram @AMIAudiobookCafe
We want your feedback!
Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up!
Our email address is: [email protected]
About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
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November 15, 2025Hockey Romance: In Conversation with Author Rachel Reid
This month, Crave is launching “Heated Rivalry,” a new hockey romance show based on the best-selling book series “Game Changers” by Rachel Reid.
Host Jacob Shymanski chats with the author about the growing popularity of hockey romance and why the smut is so crucial to the plot of her stories.
This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.
Audiobook Café is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes two new podcast episodes a week on Saturdays and Sundays.
Follow Audiobook Café on Instagram @AMIAudiobookCafe
We want your feedback!
Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up!
Our email address is: [email protected]
About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
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November 09, 2025Wayback Playback: “The Woman in Cabin 10” by Ruth Ware
Netflix’s recent adaptation of “The Woman in Cabin 10” by Ruth Ware has inspired host Jacob Shymanski to review the original book with audiobook fanatic Sara Hillis.
Is this New York Times bestseller worth reading? Listen in for their honest review!
Audiobook Café is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes two new podcast episodes a week on Saturdays and Sundays.
Follow Audiobook Café on Instagram @AMIAudiobookCafe
We want your feedback!
Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up!
Our email address is: [email protected]
About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
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November 08, 2025Adaptations: Books vs. Movies
Guillermo del Toro’s adaptation of Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” has host Jacob Shymanski thinking about book adaptations.
He chats with Red Széll from the “My Life in Books” podcast about the characteristics that allow for a good adaptation of a book into another medium.
They also debate whether a book always trumps its adapted film or TV show.
Audiobook Café is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes two new podcast episodes a week on Saturdays and Sundays.
Follow Audiobook Café on Instagram @AMIAudiobookCafe
We want your feedback!
Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up!
Our email address is: [email protected]
About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
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28min
November 02, 2025Flesh: In Conversation with David Szalay
David Szalay’s novel “Flesh” is shortlisted for the 2025 Booker Prize!
Host Jacob Shymanski chats with David about the intricacies of the novel’s main character Istvan.
They also explore the book’s writing style and discuss the interpretation for book endings.
“Flesh” is available at CELA Library.
The announcement for the Booker Prize winner is scheduled for November 10.
This episode is produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.
Audiobook Café is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes two new podcast episodes a week on Saturdays and Sundays.
Follow Audiobook Café on Instagram @AMIAudiobookCafe
We want your feedback!
Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up!
Our email address is: [email protected]
About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
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Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
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28min
November 01, 2025We Survived the Night: In Conversation with Julian Brave NoiseCat
Oscar-nominated filmmaker Julian Brave NoiseCat debuted his very first book this month, a memoir entitled “We Survived the Night.”
Host Jacob Shymanski catches up with Julian to learn about his Indigenous cultural influences behind the book and his experience as a first-time narrator.
Julian also reflects on the making of his Oscar-nominated documentary film “Sugarcane.”
The book is available in audiobook format at Audible and at the CELA Library.
This episode is produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.
Audiobook Café is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes two new podcast episodes a week on Saturdays and Sundays.
Follow Audiobook Café on Instagram @AMIAudiobookCafe
We want your feedback!
Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up!
Our email address is: [email protected]
About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
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Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
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30min
October 26, 2025Books That Make You Think
What are some books that introduce thought-provoking concepts and ideas that make you ponder?
Jacob Shymanski explores this question with Red Széll, the host of “My Life in Books.” Together they share some of their favourite philosophical titles that make you think!
They also address the question: is pre-reading important or is it better to go in cold when picking up a new book?
In the latter portion of the show, senior producer Andrika De Lanerolle gives you the "Book Report" with the latest news about the 2025 Governor General's Awards.
This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.
Books mentioned in this episode include:
“Foucalt's Pendulum “ by Umberto; Weaver Eco
“The Player of Games” by Iain M. Banks
“Ishmael” by Daniel Quinn
“How to Read a Book” by Mortimer J. Adler and Charles Van Doren
Audiobook Café is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes two new podcast episodes a week on Saturdays and Sundays.
Follow Audiobook Café on Instagram @AMIAudiobookCafe
We want your feedback!
Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up!
Our email address is: [email protected]
About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
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Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc
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October 25, 2025Self Help Me: In Conversation with Dena Jackson
Comedian and professional speaker Dena Jackson chats with host Jacob Shymanski about her new book “Self Help Me.”
She reflects on the holistic wellness practices that helped in her mental health journey and shares tips on how her book can be a resource to anyone.
Dena’s book is currently available in print and will become available as an audiobook in 2026.
This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.
Audiobook Café is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes two new podcast episodes a week on Saturdays and Sundays.
Follow Audiobook Café on Instagram @AMIAudiobookCafe
We want your feedback!
Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up!
Our email address is: [email protected]
About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
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Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc
TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc

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October 19, 2025Conspiracy Theories: Paul Daniel’s Top 5 Recommendations
Are you ready to dive into some conspiracy theories? Avid book reader Paul Daniel describes his top five recommended titles for the genre, everything from government and politics to aliens and the pharmaceutical industry.
In addition, toward the end of the show, host Jacob Shymanski shares a special review of Stephen King’s retelling of “Hansel and Gretel.”
Books mentioned in this episode include:
• “Best Evidence: Disguise and Deception in the Assassination of John F. Kennedy” by David Lifton
• “Cover Up: What the Government Is Still Hiding About the War on Terror” by Peter Lance
• “Above Top Secret: The Worldwide U.F.O. Cover-Up” by Timothy Good
• “Selling Sickness: How the World's Biggest Pharmaceutical Companies Are Turning Us All Into Patients” by Ray Moynihan and Alan Cassels
• “Conspirituality: How New Age Conspiracy Theories Became a Public Health Threat” by Julian Walker, Matthew Remski and Derek Beres
This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.
Audiobook Café is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes two new podcast episodes a week on Saturdays and Sundays.
Follow Audiobook Café on Instagram @AMIAudiobookCafe
We want your feedback!
Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up!
Our email address is: [email protected]
About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia
Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc
TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc

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28min
October 18, 2025A Two-Spirit Journey: In Conversation with Ma-nee Chacaby
Author Ma-nee Chacaby is the 2025 winner of the Canada Reads competition for her 2016 book “A Two-Spirit Journey: The Autobiography of a Lesbian Ojibwa-Cree Elder.” Host Jacob Shymanski chats with Ma-nee about her experience co-writing the book with Mary Louisa Plummer. She also reflects on some of her life experiences shared in the book.
In the latter portion of the show, co-author Matisse Hamel-Nelis describes her new educational book “Accessible Communications: Create Impact, Avoid Missteps and Build Trust.”
This episode was produced by Andrika De Lanerolle.
Audiobook Café is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes two new podcast episodes a week on Saturdays and Sundays.
Follow Audiobook Café on Instagram @AMIAudiobookCafe
We want your feedback!
Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up!
Our email address is: [email protected]
About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia
Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc
TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc

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