Have you ever binge-read a new favorite series, only to end up with a book-hangover? Or finished a heart-stopping scene only to look around and not be able to talk to anyone about it? Maybe you’ve even felt embarrassed about what you’re reading because it isn’t considered a “classic” by people you know. Book Talk for BookTok with Jac and Amy is the go-to literary podcast to discuss your favorite novels with your newest book-besties. They use their literary backgrounds to analyze what makes t ...
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Two licensed therapists discussing their love of trashy romance novels while day drinking. New episodes every other Thursday.
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Shifting the conversation back to books. Hosted by Abigail Freshley and Emily Rojas.
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🥂 Serving Black & POC books 📚 Bold convos, stirred not shaken. #PlotOnTheRocks
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Two friends, Amy Watson & Sarah Ullrich, understand the need to continue the conversation after completing a really great book that you didn't want to end. You know that feeling you get when you finish a good book, and you simply can't move on? Find yourself needing just a little more? This multi-trope romance podcast gives you the opportunity to dig deeper with us into books we love as we discuss all the reasons we can't move on.
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Welcome to Plot Twist, Please – the ultimate bookish podcast for readers who love deep discussions, honest book reviews, and trending BookTok favourites. We talk fantasy books, romance books, thrillers, YA series, and everything in between whilst sipping on our favourite cocktails. From old favourites to the latest viral reads, we’re here for all the plot twists. ✨ Weekly episodes featuring book recommendations, character analysis, and spoiler-filled discussions. If you love BookTok, BookTub ...
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Welcome to your literary happy hour, Writers Drinking Whiskey, the show where you find more than your next read: you find your next AUTHOR, along with cocktail recipes, travel advice, life hacks, and book readings from the authors themselves. Hosted by award-winning author William R. Hincy, the show takes #booktok to another level with engaging, in-depth, and merrily irreverent conversations with today’s most interesting writers. And for our writers joining us, there are plenty of creative w ...
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Katie and her husband Maxx Joy are Smutco Industries. Together, they create Cheap Smut, a podcast for people who would never let anyone see their Kindle library. Each week, Katie explains the plot of a cheap, smutty book ($4.99 or less) to Maxx, who has little to no idea what the book is about.
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Medium Lady Reads is a podcast about reading as self-care, a passionate love for the public library, and plenty of thoughts and opinions about book culture having its moment.
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Welcome to The Basic Bitch Book Club - the book club for basic bitches who love to read. Your weekly escape into magical worlds of romantasy, BookTok favourites, and a little sprinkle of self-help to keep it real. Whether you're an ACOTAR girlie or Atomic Habits obsessed, this podcast is the love child for readers who love to escape into a fantasy world with a cherry on top of self improvement.
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Have you recently developed an obsession with pulp romance novels and/or TikTok? We have, too! In fact, we’ve gone so deep in that we’ve combined these two obsessions to make one amazing podcast. Here on diktok, we read and discuss BookTok recommended smut so you don’t have to. Whether you’re here for romantic recommendations, witty banter, or just descriptions of monster peen, we have a little something for everyone.
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Join two lifelong romance enthusiasts, and professional haters, as we dive deep into the world of trending romances. From swoon-worthy moments to cringe-worthy clichés, we dissect the tropes, tea, and taboos of Romancelandia, BookTok, and beyond. No trope is off-limits as we explore why we love, hate, and love to hate the stories that captivate us. Tune in for all the tea on love, lust, and everything in between! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A weekly podcast on books and culture brought to you by the writers and editors of the Times Literary Supplement. To read more, welcome to the TLS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Welcome to the Tongue In Cheek Podcast, a show about smut, where nothing is off the table and every kink gets a seat. Join us as we go on an irreverent, hysterical, and often surprisingly revealing adventure through the wilds of this underrated smutty book genre. If you like smutt, you’ll love us.
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Do you want someone to discuss your current read with!? Look no further! We’re Vicky and Kristen, longtime book besties who love to talk about the books we’re reading. Think of us as your virtual book club. Join us each week in our discussions. We will post the books we’re reading that month on our social media accounts, so you can join us. We’ll release every Wednesday morning for your morning commute!
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Clutch My Pearls is a podcast where the host, Emily, doesn't read erotic fiction and her two friends, Barbara and Vanessa, tell her all about their favorite smut! Join them every Tuesday as they dive into a different raunchy read and find out if Emily clutches her pearls! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A bookish chat with two book-loving sisters.
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Each episode, we take a random topic, research it to the best of our own abilities, then spew out a bunch of crazy nonsense that is mostly funny.
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Beach reads. Chick lit. Rom coms. The genre goes by many names, but there’s usually one guarantee for each book: People are kissing (or something more) just about 50 percent into it. Katey Psencik and Abigail Rosenthal are journalists, former co-workers-turned-friends and romance fanatics who have been trading books for years. Join us for biweekly episodes, including a monthly book club discussion of our pick, as well as chats about new releases, what we love about the genre, HEAs, our favor ...
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We are two best friends who do a deep dive into a new book book series, one book at a time. Join us while we assess the plot, the characters, and the themes of each book, while laughing at some of the more...interesting choices. Join us as we highlight the new series while updating you on other things we are reading, watching, and/or enjoying! Current Seasons: Season 1: Shai'Tan on Wheel of Time Season 2: Blazing through the Poppy Wars Season 3: The Murderbot Diaries Diaries Season 4: Peakin ...
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The Penguin Podcast is back with a brand new series called Ask Penguin. In each episode, we will take you inside Penguin Books to meet some of the incredible authors we publish as well as the people who work here, to get answers to all of your book-related questions. Do you need to find your next page-turning read? Are you curious to find out what a day in the life of an editor is like, or simply why a small, aquatic, flightless bird became the iconic emblem that adorns Penguin books worldwi ...
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Welcome to Ready to Be Romanced! Host Torry (she/her), from the pop culture pod Ready to Be Petty, is ready to discuss and dissect the latest romance novels including: reviews, recaps, and BookTok trends. Whether you’re a die-hard romance novel enthusiast or a casual reader looking for your next escape, Ready to Be Romanced is the podcast that will keep you entertained, informed, and laughing out loud!
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Join Tex and Sam, two guys who are on a comedic venture into the uncharted territories of books your wife has probably read.
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Hear how people are turning bookish passions into thriving businesses on Shelf Made Stories. Listen each week to hear from people behind bookstores, book buses, book trucks, subscription box curators, and paid book clubs. We're talking to the trailblazers turning pages into profits and stories into thriving communities. From cozy corner shops to wheels-on-fire bookmobiles, we uncover the tales behind the shelves (and steering wheels!). Whether you're a book lover, an aspiring entrepreneur, o ...
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Welcome to 'Talk Dirty to Me,' where we dive into the magical realms of romance and fantasy. Join two sisters as we explore captivating love stories, chat with your favorite authors, and discuss the enchanting narratives that make our hearts race. Perfect for dreamers, romantics, and those who believe in the power of love and imagination- with a little (a lot) bit of spice.
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✨Along with Caitlin’s analysis and Ashley’s imagination, wander through the world of stories and their meaning in our world. ✨ 📚Inspired by another iconic lamppost from classic literature, this podcast aims to shed light on some of the most important things going on in the world through the lens of literature. We explore family, friendships, religion, government, society, and other issues found in the pages of our favourite books, from classics to booktok. We hope you will join us on this ad ...
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Three of your favorite Barnes Booksellers spill all their tea about books! Each episode covers a different title, and each episode in it’s entirety will be full of spoilers, so beware! Whether you just want to hear what all the buzz on a book is about(we’re talking about you, BookTok-ers), or if you simply need those comfort spoilers like we do, then come join in on our chaos.
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Hi! We're Lozzy & Becky! We are two sisters from New South Wales, Australia, bringing you our book podcast, The Marsh Metaphor, where we find ourselves falling into the worlds created by some of the best and aspiring fantasy book authors. In each episode, we break down the pages of our favourite books, tell you what we loved and what we didn’t and give you our predictions for what we think is in store for our favourite characters next. Our podcast is definitely NOT spoiler friendly, so if yo ...
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Join us in this read-along podcast where we cover all the books in the beloved Redwall series by Brian Jaques. Books & Badgers is a celebration of epic quests, whimsical woodland animals, and courageous mouse warriors! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sippin' on Spice Book Podcast - Fantasy & Romance Book Chat - where two friends, Jordan and Sheridan, gather every Thursday, bringing you the best in fantasy romance books and contemporary love stories. Expect spoiler-free and spoiler-filled reviews, hot tropes (enemies to lovers, opposties attractm and more), listener recs and bookish banter. Perfect for anyone who loves swoony stories, strong friendship vibes, and who wants to find their next book obsession. Each episode feels like a cozy ...
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A feed from the Slate podcast network featuring episodes with enlightening conversations, opposing views, and plenty of healthy disputes. You'll get a curated selection of episodes from programs like What Next, The Waves, and the Political Gabfest, with deep discussions that go beyond point-counterpoint and shed light on the issues that matter most.
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Join Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay twice a week as we gaze deep into the online abyss—and tell you what’s gazing back. Get more of ICYMI with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of ICYMI and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the ICYMI show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/icymiplus for access wherever you listen.
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Book reviews you can trust. The CYAN Book Club is all about finding good books to share with your kids and teens. Join Zac Whiting as he reads the latest Children’s and Young Adult Novels to see if they’re worth it.
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We are Inspyre! A passionate team of content creators exploring the stories that light up our books and screens. Join us on our journey through the pages and frames where stories come to life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Welcome to the Sustainable Socials podcast! We're authors A.K. Mulford and Anne Kemp, here to help you grow your online community, develop holistic strategies for your brand, avoid social media burnout, and simply have more FUN! Join us each week for a deep dive discussion into the world of social media and marketing mindset as a whole.
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Hi, I'm Kurtis Conner! Every week, I talk about stuff that I think is funny. Enjoy! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/veryreallygood/support
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Join Instagram book content creator @getlitwithlianna as she sits down with a different guest author to chat about their books, writing career, and everything in between! Of course each conversation will have a very *LC* touch - aka crying over book boyfriends, marvelling over swoony moments, and obviously a ton of pop culture references!
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Join our hosts Nikki and Kelly as they discuss a Young Adult and Adult novel every month! Mix yourself a drink, settle in, and relax as they talk about everything from their initial thoughts on each book to the nitty gritty of what happened and what they think about it all.
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Keen to find your next favourite book? Or have you ever wondered what it's really like to work in an indie publishing house? Then welcome to the Ringwood Publishing Podcast! We're part of a non-profit press based in Glasgow, and every Saturday we meet with authors, staff and more to discuss all things books and publishing.
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📚 Obsessed with books? Speak with Books is your vibe! Join Alex & Sam as we dive into epic stories, from dystopian bangers like Sunrise on the Reaping to heart-wrenching classics. Expect juicy plot breakdowns, real quotes, and all the feels, plus exclusive character interviews on TikTok & Insta @speakwithbooks. 🎙️ Let’s geek out over books together! #BookPodcast #SpeakWithBooks #BookLovers
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Why You’re Reading dives into the biggest books on socials, from BookTok obsessions to Booker prize winners. Ellen, a Youtuber who talks all things pop culture, and Ellie, the publishing insider, unpack the hype, debate the wider impact, and of course, share their own unfiltered opinions.
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two besties cross state lines to create a monthly podcast ranting and raving about all the books they've read and can't stop thinking about. for all the #booktok lovers, this is for you. follow along on twitter, tiktok,and instagram @i10bookclub
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Join two friends as we embark on every kind of literary adventure you can imagine! We love to read, and we love to take a deep dive into the world’s we discover.
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News in the world of books and reading, including hot industry releases, adaptations, publishing industry events, and more with Book Riot’s Jeff O’Neal and Rebecca Schinsky. Book Riot is the largest independent editorial book site in North America and home to a host of media, from podcasts to newsletters to original content, all designed around diverse readers and across all genres.
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Follow me as I read through the Rory Gilmore Book List one episode at a time! I'll dive into what importance or relevance the book carries in the show as well as give an honest review of the book itself. Then, if you're looking for some help with your reading assignment, I'll give you a quick outline for a 5 paragraph essay as well as essay prompts for my teacher friends out there. Let's fall in love with reading, Stars Hollow, and maybe even Rory again!
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Hannah Grace Interview: From Icebreaker to Holiday Ever After
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Get ready for holiday cheer with bestselling romance author Hannah Grace, creator of Icebreaker and Wildfire. In this episode of Book Talk for BookTok, we sit down with Hannah to discuss her brand-new novel, Holiday Ever After—a heartwarming small-town romance perfect for cozy season reading. We talk about what inspired her to write a holiday roman…
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SYDNEY! We're having a SPICY Booktok meet up!
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Wanna come down and chat spicy audiobooks over spicy chicken? Come down to Wingboy Sydney Darling Square at 12:30 to meet me and chat all things audiobooks and score 3 months of Free audible with your meal.
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Thank you to ZocDoc for sponsoring! Go to https://www.Zocdoc.com/VERYREALLYGOODBonus Episodes on patreon: https://patreon.com/veryreallygoodFOLKS! Back at the studio in this episode where we catch up, talk about a heckler at my show in Nashville, and RaptureTok. Fun stuff!! Listen in!!Follow Me:https://instagram.com/kurtisconner/https://twitter.com…
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ICYMI | Jimmy Kimmel & The Death Of Free Speech Online
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On today’s episode, hosts Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay are joined by Spitfire News writer Kat Tenbarge to discuss how reactions to Charlie Kirk’s death are prompting us to reexamine free speech. In her piece, “Is anyone going to defend free speech online?” she explains how this right has long been under threat. From legal challenges to biased algor…
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ICYMI | Jimmy Kimmel & The Death Of Free Speech Online
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On today’s episode, hosts Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay are joined by Spitfire News writer Kat Tenbarge to discuss how reactions to Charlie Kirk’s death are prompting us to reexamine free speech. In her piece, “Is anyone going to defend free speech online?” she explains how this right has long been under threat. From legal challenges to biased algor…
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Jimmy Kimmel & The Death Of Free Speech Online
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On today’s episode, hosts Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay are joined by Spitfire News writer Kat Tenbarge to discuss how reactions to Charlie Kirk’s death are prompting us to reexamine free speech. In her piece, “Is anyone going to defend free speech online?” she explains how this right has long been under threat. From legal challenges to biased algor…
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The Art of Reader Engagement | Substance Over Subscribers
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Send us a text Join Sean's Substack: https://substack.com/@seannordquist This episode delves into the captivating world of historical figures like Henry Morgan, exploring how their stories inspire new narratives and the art of putting a unique twist on established history. Guest Sean Nordquist shares invaluable insights into the writing process, pr…
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Hit Parade | Toppermost of the Poppermost Edition Part 2
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In the rarefied world of smash pop singles, there are No. 1s—and there are No. 1 debuts. Entering Billboard’s Hot 100 at the top is one of the hardest tricks in music. In fact, it wasn’t possible in the U.S. until 1995. That’s when the record labels hacked the Hot 100 and figured out how to send new singles straight into the chart penthouse. But sc…
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Katey and Abigail read “August Lane” by Regina Black, a new-to-them author who ripped their hearts out with this book. Other topics include some recording shenanigans while Abigail dogsits her mom’s dogs, the first cold front of the year, “Mad Max: Fury Road” and war movies, why you SHOULDN’T punch through windows, Ted Bundy and how they’ll be work…
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This week, Richard Sennett delivers a powerful warning to universities to defend their freedom; and Helena Kelly on the revolutionary world that shaped Jane Austen. 'The Worlds of Jane Austen: The Influence and Inspiration Behind the Novels', by Helena Kelly Produced by Charlotte Pardy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Care & Feeding | Demystifying Car Seat Safety
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On this episode: Lucy, Zak, and Elizabeth mark Child Passenger Safety Week with a conversation about car seats. Child passenger safety technician Jamie Grayson joins to break down the basics: how to install correctly, when to switch stages, and the mistakes parents don’t even realize they’re making. Here is the NHTSA car seat safety page. Listen to…
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Twilight in 2025: Is it Cringey or a Classic?
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✨ Twilight in 2025: Cringey or Classic? ✨ The Sippin’ on Spice Book Podcast is taking a sparkly stroll down memory lane with a hilarious deep dive into Twilight! In this laugh-out-loud episode, we revisit the iconic 2008 movie in 2025 and ask the big question: Does Twilight still hold up, or is it pure cringe? Join us as we spill all the tea on Bel…
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Today we have for you an episode from the Brooklyn Public Library’s Borrowed & Returned podcast series, looking back on Ezra Jack Keats' trailblazing picture book and how it continues to resonate with readers. You can find Borrowed & Returned wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Send us a text This week Vicky and Kristen go on a Bookish Ramble about recently read books and the latest bookish drama. If you liked this episode, please give us a 5 star rating, like, and subscribe! We post new episodes every Wednesday. If you want more, including our monthly book picks and funny memes, follow us on TikTok and Instagram @goodmor…
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This week we read “Nocturnes for the King of Naples” by Edmund White What happens when we read a gay classic? We fall in love a little; we get offended a little; and we realize that through time, space, sexuality, and gender, we’re not so different after all. How did we rate it? What did we think? Find out on this episode of smutshame. https://www.…
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ICYMI | Hank Green Started a War With Knitters
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Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay break down the drama between Vlogbrothers star Hank Green and the online knitting community. Earlier this month, Green posted an educational SciShow episode about the knitting community’s contribution to physics. What the SciShow team didn’t expect were almost 30-minute long reaction videos and accusations of belittling…
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ICYMI | Hank Green Started a War With Knitters
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Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay break down the drama between Vlogbrothers star Hank Green and the online knitting community. Earlier this month, Green posted an educational SciShow episode about the knitting community’s contribution to physics. What the SciShow team didn’t expect were almost 30-minute long reaction videos and accusations of belittling…
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Decoder Ring | Why Do Actors Act Like They Can Sing?
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When an actor opens their mouth to sing in a movie, chances are high that the voice you hear will be their own. Even in music biopics, movie stars without much singing experience regularly go to great lengths to impersonate the most beloved vocalists of our time. Why not simply play Johnny Cash or Bruce Springsteen’s actual recordings, the reasons …
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Culture Gabfest: Jimmy Kimmel Is Back—Sort Of— Edition
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On this week’s episode, Julia and Dana are joined by Slate writer (and Philadelphia native) Nadira Goffe for a conversation rooted in Delaware County about Task, HBO’s new gritty crime drama from the creators of Mare of Easttown. Next, the hosts give longtime listeners what they’ve been chirping for: a discussion of birding. Specifically, it’s a di…
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Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay break down the drama between Vlogbrothers star Hank Green and the online knitting community. Earlier this month, Green posted an educational SciShow episode about the knitting community’s contribution to physics. What the SciShow team didn’t expect were almost 30-minute long reaction videos and accusations of belittling…
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Ep. 163- Harry Dresden is out of control. (White Night)
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Send us a text Hannah and Laura are finishing up Jim Butcher's White Night and they really would like Harry Dresden to wake them up from this psychic nightmare. They also chat about horror novels, a fun graphic novel, and a Netflix show that Hannah easily convinces Laura not to watch. *This episode contains SPOILERS for White Night by Jim Butcher. …
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Birthday fun with Josie and the Pussycats
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It's a celebration... get your bus passes ready...and swear that you will always listen to the TIC show. On this episode we are celebrating Emily's birthday. Josie and the Pussycats is one of her favorite films, what better way to continue OUR celebration of female friendship than with a trio of rockstars? We go deeper and chat about the bigger mes…
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How To! | Update: Losing Your ‘Virginity’ at 43
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In this mailbag episode of How To!, we get an update from Elizabeth, the 43-year-old listener who contacted us for advice on her plan to have sex for the first time. Then, co-hosts Courtney Martin and Carvell Wallace get listeners’ takes on our most talked-about episodes of the year—and the staff holds an impromptu idea meeting for upcoming episode…
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Death, Sex & Money | From Brazilian Butt Lifts to Botox: Your Beauty Confessions
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Over the past few months, we've been asking you to tell us stories about your beauty interventions. You told us about feeling caught between viewing appearance improvements as vanity and recognizing how much looking a certain way affects your relationships, career, and self-worth. In this episode, Anna talks to listeners about their appearance choi…
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Where the Shadows Meet by Patrice Caldwell: Expanding the Boundaries of Romantasy
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Welcome to Autumn-ish Book Club! In this flash analysis series, we take an academic approach to some of the most talked-about books in Romantasy and fantasy today. With over 13 years of combined academic literary training, we bring a critical lens to fandom favorites while keeping the discussion fun, thought-provoking, and accessible. In this episo…
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Come eat a brownie with The Girls! This week Barbara is presenting “Mountain Daddy” by S.J. Tilly, the second book in the Mountain Men series! When Kendra is screwed over by her roommate, she has no option but to move in with her father in Colorado. Before Kendra moves in she makes a stop at a motel for one night. While at the motel bar, Kendra hap…
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Hang Up | The Year Without Caitlin Clark
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Hosts Alex Kirshner, Ben Lindbergh, and Lindsay Gibbs discuss the WNBA playoffs and the Indiana Fever's surprise success, despite an injured Caitlin Clark. They get into the uptick in long NFL field goals. Then they speak with managing editor of True Blue LA, Eric Stephen, about the career and retirement of Clayton Kershaw. For Afterballs, Ben reca…
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Care & Feeding | The 25 Best Picture Books of the Last 25 Years
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On this episode: Lucy and Elizabeth are joined by guest host Rebecca Onion to dive into her and Dan Kois’ definitive list of the 25 best picture books of the last quarter century. Which modern stories have staying power? Which books belong beside the classics on your child’s shelf? The hosts debate and delight in the choices. But first, they share …
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Volume I Chapter II: AITA for Being Mad My BF Won’t Read My Favourite Book? | Book Lovers Behaving Badly
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In this episode of Plot Twist Please, we’re diving into the drama-filled world of bookish AITA stories — and trust us, these are messy. From a BookToker who fakes hauls by buying and returning books, to a debut author fuming over a three-star review, to a boyfriend who just won’t read his girlfriend’s favorite book… we’re sipping, spilling, and jud…
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Trump Sues PRH, The National Book Award Fiction Longlist, and More Book News
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Jeff and Rebecca talk about the week's book news, from Trump flimsy lawsuit against PRH and The New York Times (and why it matters, flimsy as it is), break down a couple of award lists, do some Jefftionary entries, and more. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Ready for a cozy, bookish autumn? Let Tailored Book Recommenda…
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On today’s episode, host Kate Lindsay is joined by sociologist and content creator Josh Lora, who goes by @tellthebeees on TikTok and Substack. In his viral piece, “The Mainstreaming of Loserdom,” Lora explores how a generation of people is becoming proudly anti-social, often in favor of staying home on their phones. While less and less people may …
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On today’s episode, host Kate Lindsay is joined by sociologist and content creator Josh Lora, who goes by @tellthebeees on TikTok and Substack. In his viral piece, “The Mainstreaming of Loserdom,” Lora explores how a generation of people is becoming proudly anti-social, often in favor of staying home on their phones. While less and less people may …
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Gabfest Reads | The Recent Past of Prison Punishment
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Emily Bazelon talks with author and Yale professor Judith Resnik about her new book, Impermissible Punishments: How Prison Became a Problem for Democracy. They discuss the history of the prison system’s use of punishments like whipping, how the practice came to an end, and more. Tweet us your questions @SlateGabfest or email us at [email protected]…
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On today’s episode, host Kate Lindsay is joined by sociologist and content creator Josh Lora, who goes by @tellthebeees on TikTok and Substack. In his viral piece, “The Mainstreaming of Loserdom,” Lora explores how a generation of people is becoming proudly anti-social, often in favor of staying home on their phones. While less and less people may …
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Get ready to grab your drink and light a scented candle, because this week, we're stepping into the complicated and magical world of Elizabeth Acevedo's Family Lore! We're talking about a family of women with gifts that range from the practical to the... divinely feminine, we'll say. Your hosts are diving headfirst into the Marte family drama, wher…
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As the Charlie Kirk murder demonstrated, law enforcement, the government, and media all need more internet fluency. But their reactions in the wake of the murder don’t seem to be moving towards a better understanding. Guest: Ryan Broderick, reporter on online culture, author of the newsletter Garbage Day. Want more What Next TBD? Subscribe to Slate…
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Spicy Book Confessions: Tropes vs. Plot, Special Edition FOMO & more
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BookTok isn’t just about swooning over annotated romances and sprayed-edge hardcovers — it’s also the internet’s hottest arena for bookish debates. In this episode we’re spilling the tea on the spiciest takes lighting up your For You page: from the rise of “spice over substance,” to the collector’s-edition industrial complex, to whether every viral…
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This week, AE Stallings immerses herself in Daniel Mendelsohn's new translation of Homer's Odyssey; and Dinah Birch is intrigued by an ambitious novel twenty years in the making. 'The Odyssey', by Homer, translated by Daniel Mendelsohn 'The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny', by Kiran Desai Produced by Charlotte Pardy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri…
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EP 93: The One Who Loves You by Pippa Grant
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This week on Smut Club Chelsea and Hannah are reviewing The One Who Loves You by Pippa Grant. You can find every episode of Smut Club at www.smutclubpodcast.com 💁♀️ (we’d love you a lot if you rate and review the show 🥰)By Chelsea Fite & Hannah Funderburk
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When the Moon Hatched by Sarah A. Parker (Part 2): Tropes, Symbolism, and Themes in Romantasy
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Welcome to Autumn-ish Book Club! In this flash analysis series, we take an academic approach to some of the most talked-about books in Romantasy and fantasy today. With over 13 years of combined academic literary training, we bring a critical lens to fandom favorites while keeping the discussion fun, thought-provoking, and accessible. In this episo…
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Telling your story is cathartic | Discussing mothman with Tobias Wayland
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Send us a text Find more about Tobias and his work here: https://www.singularfortean.com/ We're talking mothman and the catharsis of telling your story, no matter how weird it is, in a judgement-free environment with author and researcher Tobias Wayland. For exclusive perks and free fiction, join the crew on Substack. All of these WDW episodes are …
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Care & Feeding | Guiding Kids Through Hard-to-Explain Headlines
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Reporter and former Care & Feeding host Aymann Ismail joins Elizabeth & Lucy to talk about how to approach conversations with kids about violence in the news. The hosts discuss ways to frame scary or divisive headlines, how to balance honesty with reassurance, and how parents can manage their own reactions while guiding kids through uncertain times…
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Is Everything Dark Romantasy?, Wild Spicy-time Words, Controversial Book Slumps and more!
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On this episode of Sippin' on Spice, we're diving deep into the shadows of the romance genre. We're asking the tough questions: what is dark romance, really? Are we overusing the label, slapping it on any book with a morally gray hero or a slightly angsty plot? Is this term becoming overused - or is it not? We'll pour a glass and get into the heate…
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When the Night Falls (aka Skin of the Night 2nd Edition) by C.K. Bennett
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In chapter 50, Torry (she/her) recaps When the Night Falls (previously named Skin of the Night 2nd Edition) by C.K. Bennett (11:09). Then she gets into her Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (1:08:57). Spoiler Warning: While we explore When the Night Falls/Skin of the Night in detail…
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Book Club: THE SECRET OF SECRETS by Dan Brown
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Jeff, Rebecca, and Vanessa gather in a secret chamber to discuss the wonderfully absurd mysteries of Dan Brown's latest, The Secret of Secrets. Check out Zero to Well-Read! Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. Ready for a co…
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ICYMI | The Funniest Guy on Slate's Slack
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On today’s episode, host Kate Lindsay is joined by Slate senior writer Ben Mathis-Lilley to say goodbye after eleven years at Slate. Ben was responsible for iconic stories like “Wouldn’t It Be Nice to Get Knocked Out Cold With a Shovel for Exactly Six Weeks and Five Days?”, and is known as the “funniest person in Slack” despite spending his days re…
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On today’s episode, host Kate Lindsay is joined by Slate senior writer Ben Mathis-Lilley to say goodbye after eleven years at Slate. Ben was responsible for iconic stories like “Wouldn’t It Be Nice to Get Knocked Out Cold With a Shovel for Exactly Six Weeks and Five Days?”, and is known as the “funniest person in Slack” despite spending his days re…
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