Obama to launch new podcast on books that shaped his worldview

Anyone who wants to hear a former American president talk about which books "had an influence on his worldview" can soon get their wish.

Together with a guest, Obama will discuss six books over six episodes, including "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy" by John le Carré, reports The Guardian, among others.

Obama is not entirely new to the podcast world, having hosted "Renegades: Born in the USA" with Bruce Springsteen, among other things. He has also regularly published popular reading lists.

The podcast will be released in September.