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(Almost) Well Versed

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Join the book junkie Gabriele as she breaks down her favorite books... well, usually books. May or may not feature special guests. Always featuring good laughs.

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Ep 19 - The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle

November 25, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 62.3 MB

Welcome back for another episode my lovelies! This week we return to my first love, a book discussion! We’re talking about The 7 (½) Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton, a murder mystery type book that took the internet by storm.  In this novel, our protagonist wakes up in a body and situation he can’t remember, but all he knows is Evelyn Hardcastle is to be murdered tonight unless he can solve who’s behind it. But the thing is, every time our protagonist wakes up, he’s a different...

Ep 18 - State of the Cosmere

November 11, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 60.9 MB

Hello my lovelies, it’s time to buckle up and get ready for the release of Brandon Sanderson’s new book, The Lost Metal, which releases November 15! In this episode, we’re gonna revisit the previous novel, The Bands of Mourning, as well as travel through the Cosmere for a refresher of all the relevant events going on. If you couldn’t tell, there’s a LOT going on and I'm passionate about it! Loads of spoilers, so beware. As always, thank you for the love and support, and enjoy! Timestamps 0...

Ep 17 - Attack on Titan Season 4 does TLOU2 Better than TLOU2

October 28, 2022 11:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

Girl, what is you talking about?? Yes guys, this episode is the definition of "when world's collide"! In this episode, we are diving deep into why I think Attack on Titan does the story that The Last of Us Part 2 attempted to tell a thousand times better, and why it is the superior story. Didn't think these two things were related? Well, think again! And sorry guys, if you haven't finished both of these games/anime, you'll have to sit this one out.  Music Provided by Joseph McDade (www.jose...

Ep 17- Attack on Titan Season 4 does TLOU2 Better than TLOU2

October 28, 2022 11:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

Girl, what is you talking about?? Yes guys, this episode is the definition of "when world's collide"! In this episode, we are diving deep into why I think Attack on Titan does the story that The Last of Us Part 2 attempted to tell a thousand times better, and why it is the superior story. Didn't think these two things were related? Well, think again! And sorry guys, if you haven't finished both of these games/anime, you'll have to sit this one out.  Music Provided by Joseph McDade (www.jose...

Ep 16 - Currently Consuming

October 14, 2022 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

Ya girl is back with another episode! Went off script this week and discussed all the thing I'm currently consuming... books, shows and music?! Sit back and relax for this more causal episode. Let me know down in the comments what you're currently consuming! Music Provided by Joseph McDade (www.josephmcdade.com) Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcast Instagram - @almostwellversed Leave me a review! iTunes Spotify

Ep 16- Currently Consuming

October 14, 2022 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

Ya girl is back with another episode! Went off script this week and discussed all the thing I'm currently consuming... books, shows and music?! Sit back and relax for this more causal episode. Let me know down in the comments what you're currently consuming! Music Provided by Joseph McDade (www.josephmcdade.com) Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcast Instagram - @almostwellversed Leave me a review! iTunes Spotify

Ep 15- Beyonce said, WE OUTSIDE

September 16, 2022 11:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

Welcome back my lovelies! This week on the podcast, we're getting weird and we're talking about Beyonce's latest album, Renaissance! But this isn't your average album review, we're gonna do a deep dive into this surprise house music album - the history of house music, the samples used throughout the album, and the importance Renaissance has for both the house music industry as well as music as a whole. Get your notebooks out, this one is full of note-worthy info! **All the songs, images, an...

Ep 15 - Beyonce said, WE OUTSIDE

September 16, 2022 11:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

Welcome back my lovelies! This week on the podcast, we're getting weird and we're talking about Beyonce's latest album, Renaissance! But this isn't your average album review, we're gonna do a deep dive into this surprise house music album - the history of house music, the samples used throughout the album, and the importance Renaissance has for both the house music industry as well as music as a whole. Get your notebooks out, this one is full of note-worthy info! **All the songs, images, an...

Ep 14- Wheel of Time Show Fumbled the Bag

September 02, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MB

Guys, we've got a lot to talk about when it comes to Wheel of Time... both the book and the show. This episode, Gabriele dives deep into the Eye of the World novel by Robert Jordan, and compares how the Amazon original show stacks up against the source material. Long story short, we've got a lot of feelings about this! As always, music provided by Joseph McDade (josephmcdade.com). Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcast Instagram - @almostwellversed Leave me a review! iTunes Spotify

Ep 14 - Wheel of Time Show FUMBLED the Bag

September 02, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MB

Guys, we've got a lot to talk about when it comes to Wheel of Time... both the book and the show. This episode, Gabriele dives deep into the Eye of the World novel by Robert Jordan, and compares how the Amazon original show stacks up against the source material. Long story short, we've got a lot of feelings about this! As always, music provided by Joseph McDade (josephmcdade.com). Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcast Instagram - @almostwellversed Leave me a review! iTunes Spotify

Ep 13 - Best of... Recap!

August 19, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

Welcome back to the podcast, gang! In this episode, Gabriele chats about her favorite novels since last we spoke... plus a little bonus entry at the end.  Music provided by Joseph McDade (josephmcdade.com) Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcast Instagram - @almostwellversed Leave me a review! iTunes Spotify

Ep 13- Best of... Recap!

August 19, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

Welcome back to the podcast, gang! In this episode, Gabriele chats about her favorite novels since last we spoke... plus a little bonus entry at the end.  Music provided by Joseph McDade (josephmcdade.com) Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcast Instagram - @almostwellversed Leave me a review! iTunes Spotify

Ep 0- Stormlight Archive Series: A History

August 03, 2020 14:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MB

Join Gabriele on a new adventure as she introduces you to the world of Roshar in this LIVE Stormlight Archives Series! Join in this read-along series as we delve into the world of Stormlight and tackle the first book of the series, The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson. This week, you'll get a brief history lesson of the world, its norms, and what to expect from the series. Tune in every Friday for a new episode! Music provided by Joseph McDade (josephmcdade.com)

Ep 0- Stormlight Archives Series: A History

August 03, 2020 14:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MB

Join Gabriele on a new adventure as she introduces you to the world of Roshar in this LIVE Stormlight Archives Series! Join in this read-along series as we delve into the world of Stormlight and tackle the first book of the series, The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson. This week, you'll get a brief history lesson of the world, its norms, and what to expect from the series. Tune in every Friday for a new episode! Music provided by Joseph McDade (josephmcdade.com)

Ep 12- Stormlight Archive Series: A History

August 03, 2020 14:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MB

Join Gabriele on a new adventure as she introduces you to the world of Roshar in this LIVE Stormlight Archives Series! Join in this read-along series as we delve into the world of Stormlight and tackle the first book of the series, The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson. This week, you'll get a brief history lesson of the world, its norms, and what to expect from the series. Tune in every Friday for a new episode! Music provided by Joseph McDade (josephmcdade.com) Follow me on socials! Twi...

Ep 12 - Stormlight Archive Series: A History

August 03, 2020 14:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MB

Join Gabriele on a new adventure as she introduces you to the world of Roshar in this LIVE Stormlight Archives Series! Join in this read-along series as we delve into the world of Stormlight and tackle the first book of the series, The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson. This week, you'll get a brief history lesson of the world, its norms, and what to expect from the series. Tune in every Friday for a new episode! Music provided by Joseph McDade (josephmcdade.com) Follow me on socials! Twi...

Ep 12 - Stormlight Archive Series: A History

August 03, 2020 14:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MB

Join Gabriele on a new adventure as she introduces you to the world of Roshar in this LIVE Stormlight Archives Series! Join in this read-along series as we delve into the world of Stormlight and tackle the first book of the series, The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson. This week, you'll get a brief history lesson of the world, its norms, and what to expect from the series. Tune in every Friday for a new episode! Music provided by Joseph McDade (josephmcdade.com) Follow me on socials! Twi...

Ep 11 - Battle Angel Alita Volume 1

July 20, 2020 14:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

We're back baby!! On this week's episode, join your host Gabriele as she dives into the world of Battle Angel Alita, covering Volume 1 (Book 1 of 9!). Beloved robo doctor Ido finds the head of a cyborg woman who has no memory of who she is or where she came from. Naming her Alita, Ido gifts her with the powerful body of a Berserker, an ancient martian warrior body capable of things only dreams could make. Follow Alita as she learns to navigate this body and society in this dystopian future s...

Ep 11- Battle Angel Alita Volume 1

July 20, 2020 14:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

We're back baby!! On this week's episode, join your host Gabriele as she dives into the world of Battle Angel Alita, covering Volume 1 (Book 1 of 9!). Beloved robo doctor Ido finds the head of a cyborg woman who has no memory of who she is or where she came from. Naming her Alita, Ido gifts her with the powerful body of a Berserker, an ancient martian warrior body capable of things only dreams could make. Follow Alita as she learns to navigate this body and society in this dystopian future s...

Ep 10 - Lullaby

February 25, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 53 MB

Buckle your seat belts and put on your reading glasses, because this week Gabriele is talking about the bizarre story of Lullaby, by Chuck Palahniuk. Listener discretion is advised! Reporter Carl Streator is investigating SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome) for a piece at his newspaper, when report after report floods in of mysteriously dead infants, a little too convenient to all be SIDS cases. The only linking information is a book present in each nursery: Poems and Rhymes  from around th...

Ep 10- Lullaby

February 25, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 53 MB

Buckle your seat belts and put on your reading glasses, because this week Gabriele is talking about the bizarre story of Lullaby, by Chuck Palahniuk. Listener discretion is advised! Reporter Carl Streator is investigating SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome) for a piece at his newspaper, when report after report floods in of mysteriously dead infants, a little too convenient to all be SIDS cases. The only linking information is a book present in each nursery: Poems and Rhymes  from around th...

Ep 9 - Saga Volume 2 Featuring Dasmir

February 12, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MB

The boy is back, and badder than ever! Join host Gabriele and special guest, Dasmir, for this week's episode continuing the discussion of Saga! Volume 2 is on the table this week, and it always seems like the stories we talk about get worse before they get better, right? Alana and Marco are still on the run, and as wanted as ever. And with the in-laws making an appearance, things should go well... right? Music by Joseph McDade (josephmcdade.com). Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcas...

Ep 9- Saga Vol. 2 Featuring Dasmir

February 12, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MB

The boy is back, and badder than ever! Join host Gabriele and special guest, Dasmir, for this week's episode continuing the discussion of Saga! Volume 2 is on the table this week, and it always seems like the stories we talk about get worse before they get better, right? Alana and Marco are still on the run, and as wanted as ever. And with the in-laws making an appearance, things should go well... right? Music by Joseph McDade (josephmcdade.com).

Ep 9- Saga Volume 2 Featuring Dasmir

February 12, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MB

The boy is back, and badder than ever! Join host Gabriele and special guest, Dasmir, for this week's episode continuing the discussion of Saga! Volume 2 is on the table this week, and it always seems like the stories we talk about get worse before they get better, right? Alana and Marco are still on the run, and as wanted as ever. And with the in-laws making an appearance, things should go well... right? Music by Joseph McDade (josephmcdade.com). Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcas...

Ep 8 - Red Dead Redemption 2

January 28, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 75.7 MB

Wait, I thought this was a book podcast?! Well, think again! This episode, Gabriele delves into (arguably) one of the best games ever, Red Dead Redemption 2! Jump into the tale of Arthur Morgan in the wild wild west, as he tries to navigate a changing world with changing ideals. Everything is gonna turn out fine... right? And of course, there are spoilers for the game in case you haven't played it. Music provided by Jospeh Mcdade (www.jospehmcdade.com). Follow me on socials! Twitter - @a...

Ep 8- Red Dead Redemption 2

January 28, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 75.7 MB

Wait, I thought this was a book podcast?! Well, think again! This episode, Gabriele delves into (arguably) one of the best games ever, Red Dead Redemption 2! Jump into the tale of Arthur Morgan in the wild wild west, as he tries to navigate a changing world with changing ideals. Everything is gonna turn out fine... right? And of course, there are spoilers for the game in case you haven't played it. Music provided by Jospeh Mcdade (www.jospehmcdade.com). Follow me on socials! Twitter - @a...

Ep 7 - Top 5 Books of 2019

January 15, 2020 17:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

We're back baby! For the first episode of the year, join Gabriele as she narrows down her top 5 favorite books of the year. There are some honorable mentions (novels that couldn't make it on the list for whatever reason)... so sit back, relax, and experience the books that made the biggest impact on our host from last year! Music provided by Joseph McDade (josephmcdade.com). Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcast Instagram - @almostwellversed Leave me a review! iTunes Spotify

Ep 7- Top 5 Books of 2019

January 15, 2020 17:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

We're back baby! For the first episode of the year, join Gabriele as she narrows down her top 5 favorite books of the year. There are some honorable mentions (novels that couldn't make it on the list for whatever reason)... so sit back, relax, and experience the books that made the biggest impact on our host from last year! Music provided by Joseph McDade (josephmcdade.com). Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcast Instagram - @almostwellversed Leave me a review! iTunes Spotify

Ep 6- About the Night

December 18, 2019 19:00 - 54 minutes - 37.8 MB

Gabriele brings to you another international novel this week with About the Night by Anat Talshir. Listen in on the story of Elias and Lila, two star-crossed lovers in Israel who met in 1947... on the eve of one of the biggest conflicts our world has ever seen between Israel and Palestine. Will Elias and Lila be able to even see each other again? Or is their world forever split into two by a literal border? Get ready for all the feeeeeelings! Music provided by Joseph Mcdade (josephmcdade.co...

Ep 6 - About the Night

December 18, 2019 19:00 - 54 minutes - 37.8 MB

Gabriele brings to you another international novel this week with About the Night by Anat Talshir. Listen in on the story of Elias and Lila, two star-crossed lovers in Israel who met in 1947... on the eve of one of the biggest conflicts our world has ever seen between Israel and Palestine. Will Elias and Lila be able to even see each other again? Or is their world forever split into two by a literal border? Get ready for all the feeeeeelings! Music provided by Joseph Mcdade (josephmcdade.co...

Ep 5- The Hangman's Daughter

December 03, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MB

Host Gabriele brings a new novel discussion to you this week, The Hangman's Daughter by Oliver Pötzsch. In 1660, the little town of Schongau is taken by surprise when a boy turns up dead with some spoooky mark on his shoulder. Martha, the town's midwife, is the one to take the blame, but resident badass hangman Jakob Kuisl doesn't buy it.  Will he be able to find the real murderer, or will Martha be burned as a witch? Tune in to find out! Music provided by Joseph Mcdade (jospehmcdade.com) ...

Ep 5 - The Hangman's Daughter

December 03, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MB

Host Gabriele brings a new novel discussion to you this week, The Hangman's Daughter by Oliver Pötzsch. In 1660, the little town of Schongau is taken by surprise when a boy turns up dead with some spoooky mark on his shoulder. Martha, the town's midwife, is the one to take the blame, but resident badass hangman Jakob Kuisl doesn't buy it.  Will he be able to find the real murderer, or will Martha be burned as a witch? Tune in to find out! Music provided by Joseph Mcdade (jospehmcdade.com) ...

Ep 4 - Saga Volume 1 Featuring Dasmir

November 19, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MB

Join Gabriele and extra special guest, Dasmir, as they discuss one of their favorite comics, Saga Volume 1. The first of an ongoing series, Gabriele and Dasmir will relive the epic tale of Alana, Marko, and Hazel as they try to find a safe haven in a war stricken universe. Aliens, magic, robots with TV screens as heads, space... this series has it all! Music provided by Joseph Mcdade (josephmcdade.com) Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcast Instagram - @almostwellversed Leave me a r...

Ep 4- Saga Volume 1 Featuring Dasmir

November 19, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MB

Join Gabriele and extra special guest, Dasmir, as they discuss one of their favorite comics, Saga Volume 1. The first of an ongoing series, Gabriele and Dasmir will relive the epic tale of Alana, Marko, and Hazel as they try to find a safe haven in a war stricken universe. Aliens, magic, robots with TV screens as heads, space... this series has it all! Music provided by Joseph Mcdade (josephmcdade.com) Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcast Instagram - @almostwellversed Leave me a r...

Ep 3- Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness

November 05, 2019 15:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MB

On this week's episode, Gabriele talks about the tale of Susannah Cahalan, a perfectly normal young women who, out of nowhere, slips into actual madness. Join in on her journey through self identity in Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness. Will Susannah ever be the same?  Music provided by Joseph Mcdade (josephmcdade.com). Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcast Instagram - @almostwellversed Leave me a review! iTunes Spotify

Ep 3 - Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness

November 05, 2019 15:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MB

On this week's episode, Gabriele talks about the tale of Susannah Cahalan, a perfectly normal young women who, out of nowhere, slips into actual madness. Join in on her journey through self identity in Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness. Will Susannah ever be the same?  Music provided by Joseph Mcdade (josephmcdade.com). Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcast Instagram - @almostwellversed Leave me a review! iTunes Spotify

Ep 2- Forgotten Bones

October 22, 2019 13:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MB

Join Gabriele on this week's episode covering Forgotten Bones by Vivian Barz. Is Eric really crazy and no one's telling him? Or is Susan finally losing it? And who is this damned overalls kid? Listen to find out! Music provided by Joseph Mcdade (josephmcdade.com) Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcast Instagram - @almostwellversed Leave me a review! iTunes Spotify

Ep 2 - Forgotten Bones

October 22, 2019 13:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MB

Join Gabriele on this week's episode covering Forgotten Bones by Vivian Barz. Is Eric really crazy and no one's telling him? Or is Susan finally losing it? And who is this damned overalls kid? Listen to find out! Music provided by Joseph Mcdade (josephmcdade.com) Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcast Instagram - @almostwellversed Leave me a review! iTunes Spotify

Ep 1 - Water for Elephants

October 08, 2019 17:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

Gabriele chats about one of her favorite books, Water for Elephants. Experience the ups and downs, good times and terrible times Jacob goes through in the novel written by Sara Gruen. Who needs a movie adaptation anyways?  Music provided by Joseph McDade (josephmcdade.com).  Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcast Instagram - @almostwellversed Leave me a review! iTunes Spotify

Ep 1- Water for Elephants

October 08, 2019 17:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

Gabriele chats about one of her favorite books, Water for Elephants. Experience the ups and downs, good times and terrible times Jacob goes through in the novel written by Sara Gruen. Who needs a movie adaptation anyways?  Music provided by Joseph McDade (josephmcdade.com).  Follow me on socials! Twitter - @awvpodcast Instagram - @almostwellversed Leave me a review! iTunes Spotify

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