Broads and Books
204 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsBroads and Books is a book podcast. A funny podcast. A feminist podcast. It’s a weekly date with two Broads who love books as much as they love embarrassing stories and crackpot business ideas. Every Wednesday, the Broads pick one theme. We choose and discuss two novels, two other genre books, and two pop culture picks based on that theme. Listeners will laugh, think, and find things they’re going to love. Visit us at www.broadsandbooks.com to listen and sign up for free VIP bonuses!
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The Broads Talk Books With: Readers!
August 11, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBIn this special bonus episode, we're talking books with readers! Hear what readers Eric, Tammi, Haley, Maggie, and Michael have to say about their favorite books, their reading rituals, books they’re looking forward to, and current pop culture obsessions. Plus, we've got stories galore. Get ready to laugh. Want to be a featured reader? Get in touch with us at [email protected]! _____ View all the books and pop culture recommendations from our readers at: The Broads Talk Book...
The Broads Talk Books With: Readers!
August 11, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 51.8 MBIn this special bonus episode, we're talking books with readers! Hear what readers Eric, Tammi, Haley, Maggie, and Michael have to say about their favorite books, their reading rituals, books they’re looking forward to, and current pop culture obsessions. Plus, we've got stories galore. Get ready to laugh. Want to be a featured reader? Get in touch with us at [email protected]! _____ View all the books and pop culture recommendations from our readers at: The Broads Talk Book...
Best Pop Culture Moments of 2021 (So Far)
August 04, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBThis week: The Return of Heath! We're welcoming back our resident celebrity expert and honorary broad, Heath. And together we're taking on a Herculean task: Picking the top pop culture moments of 2021 (so far). We're talking the Friends reunion, bad dudes proving they're bad, Real Housewives legal troubles, Britney, Simone Biles, and more. Follow the brilliant and hilarious Heath Smith at his Instagram! _____ Broads and Books is a book podcast. A funny podcast. A feminist podcast. And ...
Books for Every Summer Occasion!
July 28, 2021 05:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MBThis week, we're recommending books to read in the AC for every summer occasion! Plus, we've got stories galore. Hear about Amy's ill-fated outdoor excursions, Erin's love of a particular news anchor, and more. Our recommendations this week all come from previous Broads and Books episodes. Find the books, and the original show links, below! _____ Books recommended in this episode: We Went to the Woods, Caite Dolan-Leach, originally discussed in Episode 72 Burn the Place, Iliana Reg...
Bad Bitches
July 21, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBThis week we're celebrating bad bitches in novels, essays, and movies! Also in this episode, we dissect the language around bitchery, Amy reveals her fighting skills, and Erin describes how she would take freezing revenge on bad exes. Listen to "Bad Bitches," the song from Marshmello x Nitti Gritti, featuring Megan Thee Stallion, and inspiration for this week's theme. _____ A Broad's book: Pre-order DIG ME OUT by our own Amy Lee Lillard now! _____ Our picks from Broads and Books ...
The Broads Talk Books With: A.E. Osworth, author of We Are Watching Eliza Bright
July 14, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBIn this new installment of The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to A. E. Osworth! They are the author of We Are Watching Eliza Bright, which we recommended in Episode 89. We talked about their love of fantasy, their niche TBR pile, influences on their work, the importance of pre-orders, and why rewatching bad shows may be good for us. In The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to some of our favorite authors, and nerd out about books. We've talked to Anna North, Kate Hope Day, Amy Gentry, Emily...
One Way or Another
July 07, 2021 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBThis week is all about relentless pursuit. Our picks have characters chasing down desires, goals, or even the truth. Also in this episode, Erin reveals her own dogged pursuits, Amy shows indecisive pursuit can work out, and we describe our sitcom based on a cruise ship. Plus, Ziggy the Podcat makes an appearance. Listen to "One Way or Another," the relentless song from Blondie and inspiration for this week's theme. _____ A Broad's book: Pre-order DIG ME OUT by our own Amy Lee Lillar...
The Broads Talk Books With: Lauren Marino, author of Bookish Broads
June 30, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBIn this new installment of The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to Lauren Marino! She's the author of Bookish Broads, which we recommended in Episode 90. We talked to Lauren about what it means to be a broad, how book editing affects her reading, her love of Dolly Parton, and what pop culture she's eager to return to. In The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to some of our favorite authors, and nerd out about books. We've talked to Anna North, Kate Hope Day, Amy Gentry, Emily Nagoski, Meliss...
Path of Wellness
June 23, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBWellness! Multi-level marketing schemes! Cults! We're on the path with novels, true crime, and you should join us. Also in this episode, Erin tells about her brush with MLM madness, Amy introduces her new wellness brand, and we remember the healing powers of Lizzo. Listen to "Path of Wellness," the new release from Sleater-Kinney and inspiration for this week's theme. Note: We mention a couple anti-diet-culture books - check them out! Fuck-It Diet; Anti-Diet; Dietland _____ A Broad's ...
The Broads Talk Books With: Chelsea G. Summers
June 16, 2021 05:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBIn this new installment of The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to Chelsea G. Summers! She's the author of A Certain Hunger, which recommended in Episode 89. We talked to Chelsea about her goth relationship with a few childhood books, how she's seeking murder and magic in her reading, and which celebrities should definitely read her book. In The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to some of our favorite authors, and nerd out about books. We've talked to Anna North, Kate Hope Day, Amy Gentry, ...
Just a Girl
June 09, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBWe're just girls in the world. The characters in this week's picks are women and girls facing stifling - and might just find empowerment too. Also in this episode, we consider advice for young girls, the new normal of clothes, and our Olympic futures. Plus: an update on last week's horrific yuck pie. Watch "Just a Girl," the No Doubt classic and inspiration for this week's theme. _____ A Broad's book: Pre-order DIG ME OUT by our own Amy Lee Lillard now! _____ Our picks from Broads...
Cooking With the Stars!
June 02, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MBThis week: The Return of the Heath! We're welcoming back our resident celebrity expert and honorary broad, Heath Smith. And together we're taking on that odd phenomenon: celebrity cookbooks. We've each picked a celebrity cookbook, created a dish for the group, and are testing our creations on air. Things get...filmy. Follow the brilliant and hilarious Heath at his Instagram! And check out the pictures of our cooking successes/failures from this episode on our Instagram! _____ The cookbo...
Don't You Forget About Me
May 26, 2021 05:00 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBHow can we be remembered? That's the question in this week's picks. Also in this episode, we consider our own immortality, ponder if heroes actually pee, plan our award shrines, and dissect the best haircut in the land. It all makes sense in the end. Watch "Don't You (Forget About Me)," the Simple Minds classic and inspiration for this week's theme. _____ A Broad's book: Pre-order DIG ME OUT by our own Amy Lee Lillard now! _____ Our picks from Broads and Books Episode 92: Don't Yo...
The Broads Talk Books With: Sarah Weinman
May 19, 2021 05:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBIn this new installment of The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to true-crime queen Sarah Weinman! She's one of our very rare three-peats: We've recommended Troubled Daughters, Twisted Wives in Episode 47, Unspeakable Acts in Episode 79, and The Real Lolita in Episode 88. We talked to Sarah about her introduction to true crime, her gig reviewing crime fiction for the New York Times, and the books that sustain her. In The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to some of our favorite authors, an...
91: Jolene
May 12, 2021 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBCheating! Love triangles! These picks have all of them. Also in this episode, we consider why Dolly Parton is the best, examine the particular weirdness of Midwestern snacks and salads, and ponder how a particular Podcat would fare on reality TV. Watch "Jolene," the Dolly Parton classic and inspiration for this week's theme. And for a bonus, watch The White Stripes take on the song with a bit more angst. ______ A Broad's book: Pre-order DIG ME OUT by our own Amy Lee Lillard now! _____ ...
The Broads Talk Books With: M. Allen Cunningham
May 05, 2021 05:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBIn this new installment of The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to M. Allen Cunningham! We recommended his book Q&A in Episode 84. He also runs Atelier26 Books, and the "In the Atelier" Podcast! We talked to Mark about the books that felt like they were written for him, the books that pushed him to write, and the books that have sustained him in the last year. In The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to some of our favorite authors, and nerd out about books. We've talked to Anna North, Kate ...
90: Love is a Battlefield
April 28, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBThe perils of love! These books and pop culture picks lay it all out in incredible ways. Plus, we consider how we'd fare on the ultimate battlefield of love, The Bachelor. Spoiler alert: we'd bring a certain unforgettable energy. Watch "Love is a Battlefield," the Pat Benatar masterwork with an epic dance fight, which inspired this week's theme. _____ A Broad's book: Pre-order DIG ME OUT by our own Amy Lee Lillard now! _____ Our picks from Broads and Books Episode 90: Love is a Batt...
The Broads Talk Books With: Anna North, author of Outlawed
April 21, 2021 05:00 - 39 minutes - 26.8 MBIn this new installment of The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to Anna North! We recommended her book Outlawed in Episode 83, and her book The Life and Death of Sophie Stark in Episode 86. We talked to Anna about her unique way of reading Moby Dick, terrific fan interactions, the pressures of reading right now, and more. In The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to some of our favorite authors, and nerd out about books. We've talked to Kate Hope Day, Amy Gentry, Emily Nagoski, Melissa Falive...
89: Sin Wagon
April 14, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBWe're talking hypocrisy! And these books and pop culture picks lay hypocrisy bare in incredible ways. Plus, we're considering our own hypocritical behavior, naming our new movie, and recounting the joys of a good book delivery. Listen to "Sin Wagon," the terrifically catchy song by The Chicks that inspired this week's episode. _____ A Broad's book: Pre-order DIG ME OUT by our own Amy Lee Lillard now! And add the book to your Goodreads! Plus, sign up for bonuses (and more Podcats) at ...
The Broads Live at the DSM Book Fest
April 07, 2021 05:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MBThe Broads: Live! We kicked off the DSM Book Fest on March 27 with a live, virtual episode. And you can listen now! Want to see our faces? Watch the VIDEO! of this episode: Broads and Books Live at the DSM Book Fest Whether you listen or watch, you'll hear one of our favorite stories, learn about the authors headlining the DSM Book Fest, answer reader questions, and open our new Broads and Books store! _____ A Broad's book: You can pre-order Amy's book, DIG ME OUT, now! Plus, sign u...
88: White Rabbit
March 31, 2021 05:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBFollow us down the rabbit hole into full-on conspiracy land! These books and pop culture picks have conspiracies you can't put down. Plus, we're considering our own rabbit holes and dissecting conspiracy vs fact. And we uncover THE major conspiracy of our time, featuring the Podcats. Listen to "White Rabbit," the terrifically trippy song by Jefferson Airplane. _____ A Broad's book: Pre-order DIG ME OUT by our own Amy Lee Lillard now! And add the book to your Goodreads! Plus, sign up ...
87: Ice Ice Baby
March 24, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBCringey moments - we love them and hate them. And these books and pop culture picks have some of the best stories of cringe around. Plus, we're considering our own cringey moments, our wise old owls that guide us, and making a last bid for HBO Max sponsorship. Listen to "Ice Ice Baby," the horrifically cringey song by Vanilla Ice that inspired this week's episode. _____ A Broad's book: Pre-order DIG ME OUT by our own Amy Lee Lillard now! And add the book to your Goodreads! Plus, sig...
Live at the DSM Book Fest! Register by March 23
March 22, 2021 16:00 - 4 minutes - 3.38 MBLast chance! Register for Broads and Books live at the DSM Book Fest by March 23 at midnight CT. See the Broads live at the DSM Book Festival! Book recommendations. Crazy stories. Listener Q&A. See it all at our free virtual event on March 27. Register here! Broads and Books is the funny and feminist book podcast you need in your life! Each episode, Amy and Erin choose a unique theme. Then we choose two fiction books, two other genre books (short story collections, memoir, non-fic...
86: Obsession
March 17, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBNews for you! Broads and Books at the DSM Book Fest: See the Broads live at the DSM Book Festival! Book recommendations. Crazy stories. Listener Q&A. See it all at our free virtual event on March 27. Register here! A Broad's book: Add Amy's book to your Goodreads! Dig Me Out by Amy Lee Lillard Plus, sign up for bonuses (and more Podcats) at www.amyleelillard.com _____ Broads and Books Episode 86: Obsession Objects of our affection! Motherhood! Our bodies! Follow us down the rabbit...
The Broads Talk Books With: Kate Hope Day
March 10, 2021 05:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MBNews for you! Broads and Books at the DSM Book Fest: See the Broads live at the DSM Book Festival! Book recommendations. Crazy stories. Listener Q&A. See it all at our free virtual event on March 27. Register here! A Broad's book: Add Amy's book to your Goodreads: Dig Me Out by Amy Lee Lillard. Plus, sign up for bonuses (and more Podcats) at www.amyleelillard.com! _____ The Broads Talk Books With: Kate Hope Day In this new installment of The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to Kate ...
85: If The World Was Ending
March 03, 2021 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBNews for you! Broads and Books at the DSM Book Fest: See the Broads live at the DSM Book Festival! Book recommendations. Crazy stories. Listener Q&A. See it all at our free virtual event on March 27. Register here! A Broad's book: Add Amy's book to your Goodreads: Dig Me Out by Amy Lee Lillard. Plus, sign up for bonuses (and more Podcats) at www.amyleelillard.com! _____ Broads and Books Episode 85: If The World Was Ending The end of the world. Whether it's a full on apocalypse, or t...
The Broads Talk Books With: Melissa Faliveno, Author of Tomboyland
February 24, 2021 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBIn this new installment of The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to Melissa Faliveno! We recommended her book Tomboyland in Episode 76 (and it was Amy's top nonfiction pick of 2020). We talked to Melissa about her towering stacks of TBR piles, her struggles with Shakespeare, releasing a book in the pandemic, and music writing. In The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to some of our favorite authors, and nerd out about books. We've talked to Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, Alex Marzano-Lesnevich, A...
84: Liar
February 17, 2021 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBLiars! Con artists! Frauds! We're talking about it all on this week's episode. Plus, we're talking punks and hunks, human lie detectors, the lies we tell ourselves, and fun words. And Ziggy the Podcat makes a murderous appearance. Listen to "Liar," the song by Henry Rollins that inspired this week's episode. BTW: Did you hear about Amy's book? Check out the cover and sign up for updates at www.amyleelillard.com! +++++ Our picks from Broads and Books Episode 84: Liar Novels: Amy: Q...
Bonus! The Broads Talk Books With: Lyz Lenz
February 10, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this new installment of The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to Lyz Lenz! We recommended her book Bad Habits in Episode 78. Lyz talks about her favorite books, past and present, ethical escapism, and a killer cocktail+show combo. In The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to some of our favorite authors, and nerd out about books. We've talked to Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, Alex Marzano-Lesnevich, Andrea Lawlor, Jeannie Vanasco, Mona Awad, and more! Hit subscribe now in your favorite podcast ...
83: Heart of the Matter
February 03, 2021 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBForgiveness: who needs it, who deserves it, who gives it out. We're talking about it all on this week's episode. Plus, we're dissecting fake apologies, debunking common sayings about forgiveness, and creating a new arbiter of comeuppance. It all makes (sort of) sense in the end. Listen to "Heart of the Matter," the song covered by India Arie that inspired this week's episode. BTW: Did you hear about Amy's book? Check out the cover and sign up for updates at www.amyleelillard.com! ____...
What is Broads and Books?
February 01, 2021 06:00 - 1 minute - 1.41 MBBroads and Books is here to give you the best time you’ll have all week. Every Wednesday, we start with a weekly theme. Like Cults. Road trips. Forgiveness. Wishes. We choose two fiction books on that theme, and we tell you a little bit about them and why they’re awesome. Then, we choose two other genre books, like memoirs, true crime books, graphic novels, or short stories. And finally, because we are obsessed with so much more than books, we pick two pop culture picks on that week’s them...
What is Broads and Books?
February 01, 2021 05:00 - 5 minutes - 4.06 MBBroads and Books is here to give you the best time you’ll have all week. Every Wednesday, we start with a weekly theme. Like Cults. Road trips. Forgiveness. Wishes. We choose two fiction books on that theme, and we tell you a little bit about them and why they’re awesome. Then, we choose two other genre books, like memoirs, true crime books, graphic novels, or short stories. And finally, because we are obsessed with so much more than books, we pick two pop culture picks on that week’s them...
Bonus! The Broads Talk Books With: Amy Gentry, author of Bad Habits
January 27, 2021 05:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this new installment of The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to Amy Gentry! We recommended her book Bad Habits in Episode 79. Amy talks about her favorite books, past and present, how reading all different kinds of genres is super satisfying, and … cake. In The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to some of our favorite authors, and nerd out about books. We've talked to Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, Alex Marzano-Lesnevich, Andrea Lawlor, Jeannie Vanasco, Mona Awad, and more! Hit subscribe now in...
82: I Wish
January 20, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBLast chance! Complete our Listener Survey and help us deliver the goods! _____ Unlike Skee Lo, we don't wish we were taller, or a baller. But we can sure understand wishing things were different. So do the characters in this week's picks. Along with discussing the natural desire to wish, we're remembering the inanity of The Secret, considering the dangers of dancing, and wanting wax seals. Plus, we've got the superfood in our system this week, so we're HYPED. Hang on tight. Listen to "I...
81: Chasing Pavements
January 13, 2021 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBWhy can't we stop chasing stuff? Our picks this week are all about the highs and lows of chasing answers, knowledge, looks, and even monsters. Plus, the Broads are talking about the things they've chased and let go, examining what intuition really is, and talking about the perils and potential ways out of a bookhole. Listen to "Chasing Pavements," the song from Adele that inspired this week's episode. BTW: Did you hear about Amy's book? Check out the cover and sign up for updates at www...
80: Hold On
January 06, 2021 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBHey listeners! Take a few minutes to tell us what you think about the podcast. Complete our Broads and Books Listener Survey, and you'll help us deliver the goods! _____ We're finally in 2021! And while we're keeping our expectations very low, we are thinking about things we can let go of in the new year. So our picks this week are all about what to hold on to, and what to let go. Plus, the Broads are assessing our bad habits, considering what habits sound attractive, and reminding listene...
Bonus! The Broads' Favorite Things
December 30, 2020 05:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBHey listeners! Take a few minutes to tell us what you think about the podcast. Complete our Broads and Books Listener Survey, and you'll help us deliver the goods! _____ While 2020 was mostly trash, it did give us some interesting moments, renewed hobbies, and even some personal and professional wins. So this week we're counting down our favorite things from the year. And we're crowning our favorite novels and other genre books! Some of our favorites that you can view or buy: Food Fact...
79: Royals
December 23, 2020 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MBWith money or power comes expectation. And the characters in our picks this week are chafing against that. Plus, the Broads are planning our own royal rule and considering how we'd spend lottery money. And Ziggy the Podcat may be turning on Erin. Listen to "Royals" the song from Lorde that inspired this week's episode. BTW: Did you hear about Amy's book? Check out the cover and sign up for updates at www.amyleelillard.com! _____ Our picks from Broads and Books Episode 79: Royals Novel...
78: Turn to Hate
December 16, 2020 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBHate is everywhere, and it can be tempting. So this week we're looking at picks with people turning to hate and revenge, or resisting that pull. Plus, the Broads reveal revenge fantasies and things they thought they'd hate but actually love. And, we're plotting how to turn the Podcats into a revenge posse. Listen to "Turn to Hate" the song from Orville Peck that inspired this week's episode. _____ BTW: Did you hear about Amy's book? Check out the cover and sign up for updates at www...
Bonus! The Broads Talk Books With: Emily Nagoski, author of Come As You Are and Burnout
December 09, 2020 05:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBIn this new installment of The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to Dr. Emily Nagoski! We recommended her book Come As You Are in Episode 35, and her book Burnout in Episode 59. Emily talks about her love of libraries, favorite fan interactions, why TED Talks were designed by teenage boys, and her utterly wonderful and surprising pop culture obsession. In The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to some of our favorite authors, and nerd out about books. We've talked to Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, A...
77: Born This Way
December 02, 2020 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBUniqueness is glorious, and damn, are these picks unique. We've got books about characters you've never seen before, views behind the scenes, and so much more. Plus, the Broads reveal their personal hells, Erin discusses her super unique/weird childhood crush, and Amy unveils the movie trailer for her life. Listen to "Born This Way" the song from Lady Gaga that inspired this week's episode. _____ BTW: Did you hear about Amy's book? Check out the cover and sign up for updates at www.amy...
Bonus: The Broads Talk Books With Celia Laskey, Author of Under the Rainbow
November 25, 2020 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBIn this new installment of The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to Celia Laskey! Amy recommended her novel Under the Rainbow in Episode 71. Celia talks about her favorite books, inspiration, and her hilarious current pop culture obsession. In The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to some of our favorite authors, and nerd out about books. We've talked to Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, Alex Marzano-Lesnevich, Andrea Lawlor, Jeannie Vanasco, Mona Awad, and more! Hit subscribe now in your favorite pod...
76: Common People
November 18, 2020 05:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBWe're just common people, doing common stuff...like reading some incredible books that capture what it's like. Plus, we're brainstorming Amy's political campaign to capture the common people, theorizing what Erin would do in a hostage situation, and examining what Goop and Moon Juice do to shame common people. And listen to "Common People" the song from Pulp that inspired this week's episode. _____ BTW: Did you hear about Amy's book? Check out the cover and sign up for updates at www.a...
75: Ex's and Oh's
November 11, 2020 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBLearn more about Amy's book, check out the cover, and sign up for updates, at www.amyleelillard.com! _____ This week, we're feeling a very strange sensation...is this hope? Is this a tiny bit of sky from inside the dumpster fire of 2020? Perhaps. For picks, we're looking at books that flip the gender script, and looking at how the assumptions made around men and women are dead wrong. Plus, we're talking about ex's that won't go away, when Erin might be able to stalk again, and our very re...
Bonus! The Broads Talk Books With: Araminta Hall, author of Imperfect Women and Our Kind of Cruelty
November 04, 2020 05:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBIn this new installment of The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to Araminta Hall! Erin has recommended two of her novels: Imperfect Women in Episode 70, and Our Kind of Cruelty in Episode 20. Araminta talks about her favorite books, strange fan interactions, and her current pop culture obsession. In The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to some of our favorite authors, and nerd out about books. We've talked to Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, Alex Marzano-Lesnevich, Andrea Lawlor, Jeannie Vanasco, M...
74: I Put a Spell on You
October 28, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBThis week, we're looking to magic to lift spirits and end this terrible year. Our picks have literal and metaphorical spells, along with other types of witchery. Plus, Erin and Amy develop the haunted house for 2020, complete with news tickers, Goop eggs, and jack-in-the-boxes with terrifying refrains. If you haven't had the pleasure, watch this video for the mehhhh noise that exemplifies 2020. And listen to "I Put a Spell on You," the song from Nina Simone that inspired this week's epis...
73: The Sign
October 21, 2020 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBThis week, we're looking at signs. Our books have characters inspecting red flags, blowing past yellow lights, and claiming some things are in the green. Plus, Erin offers a tiered system of warning signs, Amy's gut instinct is driven by Reese's Pieces, and both Broads contemplate a reality show of fake psychic nonsense. Listen to "The Sign," the song from Ace of Base that inspired this week's episode. _____ Our picks from Broads and Books Episode 73: The Sign Novels: Amy: Starling Day...
Bonus: Celebrity? with Special Guest Heath
October 14, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBThis week, we're breaking down some of our favorite celebrity memoirs. But we decided we needed a little something special...so we invited our resident celebrity expert and honorary broad, Heath Smith. Heath helps us dissect what makes a celebrity, our favorite celebrity and reality star moments, and picks the celebrity memoir of the century. Plus, Amy puts Erin and Heath to the test with a Real Housewives quiz. Follow the brilliant and hilarious Heath at his Instagram! _____ Our picks f...
72: Telephone
October 07, 2020 05:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBThis week, we just want to be left alone, dammit. We're looking at fiction picks with characters looking to do their own thing, nonfiction examining why we aren't left alone, and more. Plus, we're watching the world go mad, contemplating our golden years, and starting fights. It's 2020, after all. Listen to "Telephone," the song from Lady Gaga and Beyonce that inspired this week's episode. _____ Our picks from Broads and Books Episode 72: Telephone Novels: Amy: We Went to the Woods,...
Bonus! The Broads Talk Books With: Carter Sickels, Author of The Prettiest Star
September 30, 2020 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBIn this new installment of The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to Carter Sickels! His novel, The Prettiest Star, made Amy ugly cry in Episode 69. Carter talks about his love for The Outsiders, touching fan messages, stalking his favorite authors, and BOWIE. In The Broads Talk Books With, we talk to some of our favorite authors, and nerd out about books. We've talked to Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, Alex Marzano-Lesnevich, Andrea Lawlor, Jeannie Vanasco, Mona Awad, and more! Hit subscribe now ...