Unrecommended
193 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsA bad book podcast where we read bad books and snark on them. Read along with us or just come for the tea spillage, the choice is yours.
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40. A Shade of Vampire Pt. III HGTV Vampire Edition
November 25, 2019 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBAs we read chapters 7 - 11 of A Shade of Vampire by Bella Forrest, Derek Novak finally wakes up. Sophia is instantly attracted to him because she's kind and likes to hold hands. He's instantly jealous of her hand-holding abilities and insists she only holds his hand indefinitely. Such a meet-cute. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
39. A Shade of Vampire Pt. II Forced Harem
November 18, 2019 11:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBIn our second reading of "A Shade of Vampire" by Bella Forrest, Sofia joins the Shade as Derek's harem. His family kindly made him a harem while he was sleeping. So nice of them, right?? CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
13. A Shade of Vampire Pt. II Forced Harem
November 18, 2019 11:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBIn our second reading of "A Shade of Vampire" by Bella Forrest, Sofia joins the Shade as Derek's harem. His family kindly made him a harem while he was sleeping. So nice of them, right?? CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
38. A Shade of Vampire Pt I. Sandals Resort
November 11, 2019 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBIn our first episode of our reading of "A Shade of Vampire" by Bella Forrest, we meet Sofia and her best friend and possible brother Ben. Sophie's attempt to win him over as Sandals comes to a close when she's kidnapped by a sexy vampire. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
37. Red Queen Pt. IX The Worm
November 04, 2019 11:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBIn the final installment of our reading of Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard, we see Cal and Mare escape after the most confusing twist in YA history. Amidst the plot holes and lack of world-building, we finally call this book a day. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
36. Red Queen Pt. VIII Brotherly Love Triangle
October 28, 2019 10:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBIn this episode, we read chapters 21 - 25 of Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard. In this section, There's some confusing military action that somehow depends on Mare's love triangle? We're all confused. It doesn't work out. Are we surprised? CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
35. Red Queen Pt. VII Sexual Tension
October 21, 2019 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBIn this episode, we read chapters 16 - 20 of Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard. In this section, there's a weird sexual tension triangle brewing between Mavon, Cal, and Mare. Yuck! They also discover that Maven is part of the Scarlet Guard -- gasp. How could this possibly go wrong? CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
34. Red Queen Pt. VI Random Motorcycle
October 14, 2019 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBIn this episode, we're reading The Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard chapters 11 - 15. In this reading, Mare flirts with both Maven and Cal (gasp), snarks on some Silver women, and rides on a confusing motorcycle to see her family. She also joins a rebel group like all the youth of today, so there's that. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
33. Red Queen Pt. V Discovering Elevators
October 08, 2019 00:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBOur reading of chapters 9-10 of Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard. In this episode, Mare finally experiences an elevator for the first time, meets her fiance, and has an intimate encounter with the prince. We also fix the entire series in two seconds. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
32. Red Queen Pt. IV Electric Fingers
September 30, 2019 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBJoin us for chapters 7-8 of Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard. In this episode, we learn that Mare has weird Silver powers, but she's a Red -- gasp. She also gets to marry into royalty no strings attached? Sorta a sweet gig. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
31. Red Queen Pt. III Loitering Games
September 23, 2019 10:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBWelcome to chapters 5 - 6 of Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard. After proving herself as the family disappointment, Mare decides to steal some more, stumbling into none other than the Prince himself! Good news though, she finally gets a job. It's about time. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
30. Red Queen Pt. II Accidental Terrorist
September 16, 2019 10:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBWe're reading chapters 3-4 of Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard. In this section, Corn loses his job (gasp) and Mare acts drastically to "save" him from conscription, but it doesn't go well. Oops. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
29. Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard Pt. I. Corn Rising
September 09, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBWe're tackling the first two chapters of Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard in this week's episode! See how Mare gets along in her shantytown and the deal with her "friend" Corn. Buckle in for this mess of a ride! CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
28. The Selection Pt. VI Servant Friends
September 02, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBIn the final episode of our reading of The Selection, see what happens in the exciting rebel raid. Hint: not much. From there, we'll close out our love triangle with the prince and that other dude. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
27. The Selection Pt. V Kissing Technique
August 26, 2019 10:00 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MBIn this episode, Aspen returns (unfortunately), and America also practices her kissing Technique with Maxon. She's a busy woman! We're officially almost done with our reading of The Selection, and we're covering chapters 18 - 22 in this segment. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
25. The Selection Pt. IV Lower Middle Class
August 19, 2019 10:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBIn today's episode, we learn that America is solidly lower middle class, but somehow also the savior of literally everyone. She goes on a second "date" (??) with her only-just-friends Maxon. We also learn about the nation's history -- or lack thereof. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
25. The Selection Pt. IV Lower Middle Class
August 19, 2019 10:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBIn today's episode, we learn that America is solidly lower middle class, but somehow also the savior of literally everyone. She goes on a second "date" (??) with her only-just-friends Maxon. We also learn about the nation's history -- or lack thereof. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
24. The Selection Pt. III The Royal Jewels
August 12, 2019 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBAmerica finally meets the prince and endless flirting ensues. America is aggressively not like other girls though, get it straight. Luckily, she makes herself clear with a knee to the royal jewels. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
23. The Selection Pt. II Alternative Entrances
August 05, 2019 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBWe join America yet again as she gets chosen for the selection (I'm surprised too). Aspen breaks up with her (boo hoo), and she's still definitely not pretty. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
22. The Selection Pt. I What Is Seduction?
July 29, 2019 09:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBFor our fourth book, we're reading The Selection by Kiera Cass. This book had a lot of controversies when it was released in 2012, and we're diving into the first chapter in this episode. Read along with us! CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
21. The Cursed Child Pt. VII Burnt Blanket
July 21, 2019 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBFinally, we're coming to the end of the Cursed Child. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child might be one of the worst bad books we've read -- and it's been a crazy ride. See how this book miraculously wraps up with our final episode of the series. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
20. The Cursed Child Pt. VI: For Craig
July 15, 2019 22:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBScorpius and Albus mess things up some more, and this time they learn Delphie is actually the worst (surprise). Luckily, we're coming to the end of Act 3! CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
19. The Cursed Child Pt. V The Scorpion King
July 08, 2019 10:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBScorpius travels back in time to learn that he's the Scorpion King, and he also is super popular and athletic. Beyond this, the world makes no sense, but when does it ever? Could it possibly get any worse? CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
18. The Cursed Child Pt. IV The Moldiest Blanket
July 01, 2019 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBWhat happens when you're transported to the graveyard and you're also the spare? It's not good for Cedric Diggory, but Albus and Scorpius sure do mess it up as well. Whelp, they tried. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
17. The Cursed Child Pt III Get Out of My Swamp
June 24, 2019 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBGet out of my swamp! Today, we learn that there are Shrek references in the Cursed Child as we officially finish Act I. Boy, is this book a mess. Albus, Scorpius, and Delphi break into the Ministry of Magic to steal a time turner. I wish I was watching the Butterfly Effect. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
16. The Cursed Child Pt II Justice for Astoria Greengrass
June 17, 2019 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBIn this episode, we dive into Act 1 Part 1 scene 3 - 12 and basically, Albus is a failure? Scorpius almost makes up for it but not quite. Does anything about this make sense? CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
15. The Cursed Child Pt. I Try to Sue Us
June 11, 2019 01:00 - 38 minutes - 17.5 MBWe're onto our third book! We'll be reading the screenplay for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child by Jack Thorne, John Tiffany, and J.K. Rowling and boy is it unrecommended. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
15. The Cursed Child Pt. I Try to Sue Us
June 11, 2019 01:00 - 38 minutes - 17.5 MBWe're onto our third book! We'll be reading the screenplay for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child by Jack Thorne, John Tiffany, and J.K. Rowling and boy is it unrecommended. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
14. 50 Shades of Grey Pt. VII Team Britney
June 03, 2019 10:00 - 47 minutes - 21.8 MBNSFW - In this final episode of our 50 Shades series, we uncover Christian's passion for Britney Spears, some questionable feminine hygiene practices, and the exciting ending to the first book. Next, we're reading the Cursed Child! CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
13. 50 Shades of Grey Pt VI Stalker Alert
May 26, 2019 10:00 - 44 minutes - 20.6 MBNSFW - There's a stalker on the loose and it's Christian Grey as he follows Ana to Georgia for no reason. We also talk about how this is definitely not like Twilight at all, not even a little bit. Okay, maybe it's a bit like Twilight? CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
12. 50 Shades of Grey Pt. V Improv in Ana's Room
May 20, 2019 09:00 - 44 minutes - 20.2 MBNSFW - Who knew Christian was so into improv? Also, if you ask, he's doing MIGHTY FINE all of the time. In this episode, we finally explore BDSM and it goes...as expected. There's a lot of crying and it's pretty messy, but we wouldn't have it any other way. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
11. 50 Shades of Grey Pt. IV Belly Button Wine
May 13, 2019 10:00 - 40 minutes - 18.8 MBNSFW, obviously. Welcome back to our fourth 50 Shades episode featuring the cringiest contracts ever. We join Ana as she navigates Christian Grey's Dom/Subcontract via her new "advanced technology" aka an email address. Seriously, how does an English major not have a computer or an email address? Somebody please tell me or put me out of my misery. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
10. 50 Shades of Grey Pt. III Velvet Steel
May 06, 2019 10:00 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MBThis episode is very NSFW! We're finally to the infamous opening sex scenes of 50 Shades of Grey by E.L. Grey and we learn that Ana is very much in the.0001% of women when it comes to her sexual experience. Also, St. Ives must taste really good. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
9. 50 Shades of Grey Pt. II Champagne Pregame
April 29, 2019 07:00 - 40 minutes - 18.8 MBDo you know what goes good with 5 glasses of champagne? According to Ana, a pitcher of Margaritas. Follow along with us as we continue through this trainwreck of a book by E. L. James together. It's not pretty! Keep your toothbrushes to yourself. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
8. 50 Shades of Grey Pt. I Ana's Not Like Other Girls
April 21, 2019 22:00 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MBWelcome back to Unrecommended! We've left the world of Twilight and started trekking into its fanfiction -- I mean, 50 Shades of Grey. This book by E. L. James is a masterpiece of epic proportions. Let's see what Bella -- I mean, Ana is up to now. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
7. Twilight Pt. VII Emotional Support Vampire
April 14, 2019 23:00 - 38 minutes - 17.9 MBWelcome to the final episode of our Twilight "review!" It's going to be sad to part with our favorite vampires, but we're moving on to bigger and badd books. Thanks so much for joining us on our journey through Twilight! See ya soon! CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: BadBookPodcast Website Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
6. Twilight Pt. VI Shoeless on a Plane
April 07, 2019 04:00 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBHey, Twilighters! Join us for another episode of Twilight mayhem in which the Cullens confront an enemy clan (Coven? Band? Squad?) who suddenly decides to kill Bella for reasons unknown? From there, we'll head to Pheonix for an exciting round of phone tag with James! CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
5. Twilight Pt. V Milk ft. Lasagna
March 31, 2019 04:00 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MBTrigger warning: we'll be talking about infant death in this episode! Otherwise, we're up to our usual Twilight nonsense with some crazy milk and lasagna action as well as more appearances of #TeamMike. Also, Edward really wants you to know he's passionate about baseball, okay?! CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
4. Twilight Pt. IV Healthy Dose of Fear
March 25, 2019 09:00 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBWe're back with Twilight chapters 10 - 13 ft. the meadow scene and a lot of awkwardness. Bella continues her tyranny as the bully of Forks High, and she's super rude to all of her friends. She also declares her love for Edward, so there's that. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
3. Twilight Pt. III Dark Alley Apology
March 17, 2019 04:00 - 36 minutes - 16.6 MBIt's time to dissect chapters 6 - 9 and this time it's all about being stalked and flirting with 15 year olds. #JustGirlyThings, right? Bella's getting into a lot of trouble but she isn't concerned because she's not like other girls. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
2. Twilight Pt. II AP Bio
March 10, 2019 05:00 - 47 minutes - 22 MBWelcome back, Twihards! We're reviewing Twilight chapters 2 - 5 in unnecessary detail today. It's cringey, it's weird, and it's sorta romantic? Either way, you'll want to listen. Oh, and there are spoilers ahead, obviously. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
1. Twilight Pt. I Scheduled Crying
March 05, 2019 05:00 - 34 minutes - 16 MBHey Twilighters (???), welcome to our first episode which is (obviously) on Twilight by Stephanie Meyer. We'll be discussing the first chapter in oh-so-much detail. Your biggest questions will be answered. Why is Bella so angsty? Why is she crying constantly? When is she gonna get with Rosalie? Read along or just listen to us rant. Oh, and there will be spoilers. CONNECT WITH THE SHOW: Sam's Instagram Isabelle's Instagram Capulet Mag
Welcome to Unrecommended: A Bad Book Podcast
March 03, 2019 05:00 - 2 minutes - 1.34 MBHey there! Welcome to the cringiest podcast on the internet. We're Sam and Isabelle, and we're spilling the tea on the most notorious books. Starting with Twilight, we'll decent further into the world of literary folly to uncover all the awkward and cringe moments that changed literary history. Oh, and there will be some spoilers, obviously.