If you have a post-silly season social hangover, and can't think of anything more pleasant than hiding like a turtle in its shell this weekend, you're not alone.
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And if you're feeling bad about it, the Bureau of Meteorology predicts a 60 per cent chance of rain this weekend - staying warm and dry is a smart idea.
Sitting in bed re-watching McLeod's Daughters may feel less than inspiring though. If you're looking for entertainment ideas that you don't have to step outside for, read on.
What to listen to
If you haven't jumped on the podcast train yet, a lazy weekend is your golden opportunity. Whether you're interested in true crime, history or science, there's plenty on offer.
Forgotten Australia. If you're the kind of person who loves a good bit of random historic trivia, this is for you (did you know there was a massacre at the Melbourne Botanic Gardens in 1924?). It also has a good whack of quirky true crime - like Sydney's comic-book killer.
Science VS gets experts to break down topics like how NASA got hacked, seven minute workouts and medicinal cannabis. It's great for cutting through the BS.
Dirty John is a true crime podcast based on the life of con artist John Meehan. Don't take our word for how gripping it is - the podcast was downloaded over 10 million times within six weeks of release. You can also watch the series on Netflix - see below.
Watch
If you're committed to the couch life - or just need an afternoon lie down after a hard morning of brunch in pyjamas - check out these binge-worthy offerings.
Dirty John (on Netflix) is an American true crime television series, based on the podcast of the same name (see above). True crime aficionados will love squirming through Eric Bana's portrayal of a charming, charismatic sociopath.
The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story (on Netflix). Compelling. Great script. Based on historical case. Quality cast. What more do you want?
The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair (on Stan) is an American mystery drama miniseries, based on the novel of the same name by Joël Dicker. This should tick plenty of boxes for lovers of whodunnit's or Patrick Dempsey.
Read
For committed bookworms and those who would prefer to hear nothing but the sound of the rain on the roof all weekend, pick up these gems on your way home Friday - or download an eBook.
I'll be gone in the dark, Michelle McNamara. McNamara died writing her debut book investigating the crimes of the Golden State Killer. Crime writer Paul Haynes, journalist Billy Jensen, and McNamara's widower Patton Oswalt helped finish the book. Two months after its publication, a man was arrested and charged, more than 30 years after the last known murder.
How Proust can change your life, Alain de Botton. If you've got no idea who Proust is, it doesn't matter. If you're tired of self help books that tell you to get up a bit earlier, try a bit harder or start juicing, this book will feel like the hug you didn't know you needed. Proust had very little self discipline, slept late, and rarely left the house if he could help it. He was still a great writer, and more importantly (argues de Botton) a great friend. The perfect balm for any remaining lazy-weekend guilt.
