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In this podcast, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on the scathing reviews that can be found about books that are loved by the general populace.

Jaida Hancock


    • Oct 16, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 39m AVG DURATION
    • 52 EPISODES


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    Episode 52 - Best Sellers of All Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 32:49


    Want to sound smart at book signings? Listen to find out the authors and books that have sold the most copies EVAH. Through the one-star reviews you'll learn just enough about each book to pretend you read them and are too sophisticated to find them engaging. You might be surprised at the #1 romance author... (You will be surprised. Ain't nobody's ever heard of her.)

    Episode 51 - War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2024 44:34


    Reading a single book is sufficient to catapult one into literary snobbery. But only if that book was written in 1869 by a Russian aristocrat who's grasp of brevity begins and ends with - the word between breville and brevirostris in the dictionary. After you've listened to a few dozen one-star reviews of Tolstoy's 1.5K page masterpiece, you too, can pretend to have read what critics have deemed one of the greatest books of all time. And if there's one thing the world needs more of, it's literary snobs. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 50 - Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 25:01


    Alice's dress has become as iconic as Cinderella's and the Disney adaptation of the book has been hijacked by Pink Floyd. But do you know Lewis Carroll is a pseudonym for an Oxford professor with a (suspected) DARK secret? Join Jaida and Ryan as they explore cynical (and educational) reviews of this 150-year-old classic. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 49 - The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2023 37:30


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well!  In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, the Hancocks commentate on what reviewers had to say about The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Some fun bits of today's episode: Learn what Christian Science is. The Hancocks didn't know before they did this episode. "I can't do this!" Learn who said this and why it is Jaida's favorite part. Sleeping Fatty Podcast can be found here: https://open.spotify.com/show/3GvyI94N8aSQAA8Jgtubjx We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following:  Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps!  Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;)  Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact or https://www.jaidahancock.com  Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 48 - Wicked by Gregory Maguire

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2023 32:33


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well!  In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, the Hancocks commentate on what reviewers had to say about Wicked by Gregory Maguire. Some fun bits of today's episode: For copyrighted materials: copyright protection lasts for the life of the author plus an additional 70 years. Have you ever hear the word corpuscular before? No? Jaida hadn't either. It refers to a corpuscle (a minute or elementary particle of matter, such as an electron, proton, or atom) MADELINE! If you don't know what this means, you'll *have* to listen. *This episode is marked as explicit because it briefly discusses some sexual things that Maguire included in Wicked. If you are not comfortable with such topics, don't say we didn't warn you. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following:  Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps!  Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;)  Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact or https://www.jaidahancock.com  Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 47 - Mixed Bag with the Fam

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 28:04


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! This episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books is one-of-a-kind and will probably never be done again. The Hancocks tried to record an episode will the whole family (yes, that's right-- all seven of them!). Unfortunately, things got difficult due to many factors. The sound quality on this episode is subpar, to say the least. SO, if you have a problem with terrible audio, this one might not be for you. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! Leave us an audio message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact or https://www.jaidahancock.com Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 46 - Eragon by Christopher Paolini

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 82:07


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, the Hancocks commentate on what reviewers had to say about Eragon by Christopher Paolini. Some fun bits of today's episode: Jaida talks about her fave sport. You won't want to miss it. What Jaida thinks about whenever she hears the name Charlie. Where Ryan has dimples ;) We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact or https://www.jaidahancock.com Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 45 - Game of Thrones by George R. R. Martin

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 52:23


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, the Hancocks commentate on what reviewers had to say about A Game of Thrones by George R. R. Martin. Jaida hasn't actually read the book, but the Hancocks also discuss some differences between the show and the book. Get excited, as this is the Hancocks most picture/gif heavy episode! Woohoo! We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 44 - If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Joffe Numeroff

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2023 32:04


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, the Hancocks commentate on what reviewers had to say about If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Joffe Numeroff. You might learn a few new things about this book that you didn't know before. Jaida sure did. This is the Hancock's fourth video podcast episode. The video version can be found both here on Spotify and on YouTube. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 43 - I, Robot by Isaac Asimov

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2022 65:27


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, the Hancocks commentate on what reviewers had to say about I, Robot by Isaac Asimov. Jaida has not ever read this book, but Ryan has. This is the Hancock's third video podcast episode. The video version can be found both here on Spotify and on youtube. They hope you will be patient with them (re: Jaida) as they learn more and more about video editing. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 42 - Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2022 72:42


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, the Hancocks commentate on what reviewers had to say about the first book in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series by Rick Riordan. This is the second video podcast episode the Hancocks have done. They hope you will be patient with them (re: Jaida) as they learn more and more about video editing. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 41 - Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2022 57:05


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, the Hancocks commentate on what reviewers had to say about Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley. Prior to this episode, the Hancock's have been exclusively audio. They hope you enjoy seeing their abundant facial expressions. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 40 - The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 31:53


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, the Hancocks commentate on what reviewers had to say about The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. The Hancocks tried to make this a video podcast, but had technical malfunctions occur. So, you can look forward to seeing the Hancocks next week (hopefully!). We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 39 - Dreams from My Father by Barak Obama

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2022 36:18


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, the Hancocks commentate on what reviewers had to say about Dreams from My Father by Barak Obama. Neither Ryan nor Jaida read this book, so this episode really is a social commentary more than anything else. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 38 - The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 34:37


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, the Hancocks commentate on what reviewers had to say about The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson. Do you know which Ivy League school was apparently obsessed with this book? Listen on to find out. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 37 - The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2022 49:22


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, the Hancocks commentate on what reviewers had to say about The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho. This book has sold 65 million copies! One of the Hancocks enjoyed this book, and one did not. Can you guess who liked it? And, yes, Jaida knows she's mispronouncing Coelho. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 36 - The Shining by Stephen King

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022 43:09


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, the Hancocks commentate on what reviewers had to say about The Shining by Stephen King. There were a lot of firsts in this episode, including the facts that: a. the Hancocks have never reviewed the reviews of a horror/thriller on their show and b. neither Hancocks have read this book. Get excited for a whole lot of laughs and hear a little about why Jaida hates clowns. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 35 - Love You Forever by Robert Munsch

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2022 44:41


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock have a guest star-- the famous Aunt Jessie! Jess and the Hancocks commentate on what reviewers had to say about Love You Forever by Robert Munsch. Aunt Jessie and the Hancocks have opposite opinions on the book. Listen on to find out who likes it and who doesn't! We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 34 - The Maze Runner by James Dashner

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2022 46:37


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers had to say about The Maze Runner by James Dashner. One of the Hancocks has not read this book. Can you guess who it is? Listen to the very end of the show to find out about the contest the Hancocks are running for their one year podcast anniversary coming up! We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 33 - The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 38:39


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers had to say about The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss. Jaida was surprised to find out something that Rothfuss and JRR Tolkien apparently have in common. Listen on to find out for yourself! We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 32 - Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain, AKA Mark Twain, babe, what are you doin' with this?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 42:21


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers had to say about Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain. You may or may not remember reading this book growing up, as this was required reading for many. But, either way, listen along and see if you agree with what readers had to say. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 31 - Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Harry Potter #2) by J. K. Rowling

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 62:08


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers had to say about Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Harry Potter, #2) by J. K. Rowling Ryan and Jaida probably laughed more in this episode than every before. So, join us and enjoy! We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 30 - The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2022 34:16


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers had to say about The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein. This episode might have some surprising facts for you! So, listen well! We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 29 - The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2022 40:36


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers had to say about The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank. This episode is not quite as light as the Hancock's usual... so, gear up for some interesting thoughts! We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 28 - The Fault in Our Stars by John Green

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 37:45


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers had to say about The Fault in our Stars by John Green. This book also made into a movie, so if you've watched that, it'll do just as well. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 27 - Peter Pan by J. M. Barrie AKA "Tinkerwho?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2022 37:05


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers had to say about Peter Pan by J. M. Barrie. This original book was written in 1910 and certainly has some sketchy concepts. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 26 - Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! by Mo Willems (and a few other Pigeon books)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2022 31:16


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers had to say about some of Mo Willem's "Pigeon" books, but mostly his book, "Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!". We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 25 - The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2021 58:18


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers had to say about The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown. Listen on to find out why Jaida has a special place in her heart for this book. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 24 - Dune by Frank Herbert AKA Go Put Grandad to Bed

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2021 35:06


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers had to say about Dune by Frank Herbert. As you may know, this popular book has recently been made into a movie-- find out a little more about what people think about the book before (or after) you go to see the movie, and see if you agree! We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 23 - The Eye of the World (The Wheel of Time, Book 1) by Robert Jordan AKA Look at dem horsey legs!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2021 42:56


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers had to say about The Eye of the World (The Wheel of Time, Book 1) by Robert Jordan. Do you know the word oracular? If not, you should definitely listen, as Ryan and Jaida have that answer for you ;) We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 22 - Charlotte's Web by E.B. White

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2021 30:45


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers had to say about "Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White. If you want to know how freaky the Hancocks think spiders are, this is the episode for you!! Thanks again for showing up! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do either or both of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! or 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 21 - The Giver by Lois Lowry

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 45:48


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers had to say about "The Giver" by Lois Lowry. You won't want to miss this episode as one of the most noticeable features is that Ryan and Jaida both tell embarrassing stories about the social inappropiateness. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 20 - SURPRISE!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 43:47


    Today is episode 20! If you've been listening up until now, you'll know that this means there is a special surprise in store for you this episode. Listen on to see what Jaida and Ryan are reviewing the reviews of in this episode (hint: it's not books, for once!). We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 19 - Little Golden Books Part II

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2021 52:31


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers hated about 2 "Little Golden Books" (Specifically, "The Monster At the End of this Book" and " The Poky Little Puppy"). Do you remember those books from your childhood? If you don't that's ok. Jaida didn't really either. It's always fun here at Bad Reviews for Good Books though; even if you're not familiar with a book! We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 18 - Little Golden Books, Part I

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2021 41:08


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers hated about various "Little Golden Books". Do you remember those books from your childhood? If you don't that's ok. Jaida didn't really either. It's always fun here at Bad Reviews for Good Books though; even if you're not familiar with a book! We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 17 - The Hobbit, by JRR Tolkien

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2021 45:20


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers hated about JRR Tolkien's much loved novel, "The Hobbit". If you don't know what the Bechdel test is, this episode is for you! If you want to find out more about the shocking (*pun absolutely intended) research regarding how uncomfortable people are in their own heads, please look at this link: https://www.science.org/content/article/people-would-rather-be-electrically-shocked-left-alone-their-thoughts-rev2 If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 16 - A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2021 45:54


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers hated about the holiday classic, "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens. Jaida finds this episode funny because she dislikes when people talk about Holidays out of season, and yet... here they are. Jaida and Ryan are so thankful that you chose to listen today. Thank you and have a supercalifragilisticexpialidocious week! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 15 - Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 51:48


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers hated about Orson Scott Card's "Ender's Game". Jaida and Ryan have so much fun together, but they also like sometimes to talk about serious things. Thanks for listening and have a supercalifragilisticexpialidocious week! If you want to see the reborn video Jaida referenced, go here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CTuDGrgjiod/ If you want to hear Shayne Smith talk about Spongebill, check out this clip (The joke starts at about 1 minute in): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c2zsmXHAqg8 If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 14 - Random Story Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2021 23:03


    In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock deviate from their regular commentaries. The Hancocks tell a story that ends up taking a whole episode to talk about! Listen to the end to hear the unexpected lesson Jaida learned from this experience. If you're interested in reading some WONDERFUL children's books, here is a list of 15 that Jaida really likes: (And if you want more recommendations, please leave a comment at www.anuncommonauthor.com) These are ordered by the author's last name. 1. The Undefeated by Kwame Alexander 2. Catch My Breath by Paul Briggs 3. Vegetables in Underwear by Jared Chapman 4. Jabari Jumps by Gaia Cornwall 5. The Day the Crayons Quit and The Day the Crayons Came Home by Drew Daywalt 6. The Rabbit Listened by Cori Doerrfeld 7. You Don't Want a Unicorn! by Ame Dyckman 8. When Sadness Is at Your Door and Where Happiness Begins by Eva Eland 9. Marsha is Magnetic by Beth Ferry 10. Don't Hug Doug by Carrie Finison 11. The Gift of Nothing by Patrick McDonnell 12. A New Day by Brad Meltzer 13. Perfectly Norman by Tom Percival 14. A Church for All by Gayle E. Pitman 15. Exclamation Mark by Amy Krouse Rosenthal If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 13 - Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2021 35:31


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers hated about the children's favorite, Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss. Jaida's favorite part of this week is the Mario review. Listen and let us know on our anchor app if you liked that part too. Thanks for listening and have a glorious week! Below, for your listening pleasure, is Ace of Base's "The Sign": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqu132vTl5Y If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 12 - To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2021 27:02


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers hated about the classic novel, To Kill a Mockingbird, by Harper Lee. Once again, you'll get to hear Jaida's Jennifer Coolidge's voice, along with a surprisingly rhythmic review that Jaida couldn't resist turning into music. Thanks for listening and have a glorious week! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 11 - Twilight by Stephenie Meyer

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2021 37:04


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers hated about Twilight by Stephenie Meyer. If you are interested in seeing the comic the Hancocks mentioned in this episode, you can find it in the link below. Please be aware that it's not appropriate for kids. Thanks and have a glorious week! https://cheezburger.com/6795379968/twilight-explained If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 10 - The Holy Bible

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2021 33:01


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers had to say about one of the most read books in history, The Holy Bible. In this episode, Ryan and Jaida mentioned a few things which they have attached here for your enjoyment: *Scroll down to see the video on this review: https://www.amazon.ca/Bible-Version-Testaments-Active-Contents-ebook/product-reviews/B08RC7T7J6/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_rvwer?reviewerType=avp_only_reviews&pageNumber=1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H97Bkb54eHc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZjD-xoLSYlY Have a great week! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 9 - The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe By C.S. Lewis

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021 35:10


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers hated about the long loved novel The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe By C.S. Lewis. Have a great week! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 8 - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 37:02


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers hated about the book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl. Ryan and Jaida both learned some surprising things this week. Hopefully you will as well. The paper Jaida referenced about deconstructing the Oompa-Loompas can be found here: https://ourenvironment.berkeley.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/UCB_McNair_Journal_2012_wc.pdf Have a great week! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 7 - Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2021 24:00


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, (or, as the Hancocks like to call it this week, Bad Reviews for Bad Books) Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers hated about the the classic novel, Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. Enjoy! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 6 - The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2021 25:38


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers hated about the beloved children's book, The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. There are some real gems in this episode. You won't want to miss it! If you're interested in checking out Ryan's book podcast (Sleeping Fatty aka An Uncommon Serial), please check out this link: https://anchor.fm/s/5cbec40c/podcast/rss If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 5 - Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2021 33:23


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers hated about the classic novel, Pride & Prejudice, written by Jane Austen. If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 4 - The Princess Bride by William Goldman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2021 17:17


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers hated about The Princess Bride by William Goldman. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 3 - The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 26:09


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers hated about The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

    Episode 2 - Divergent by Veronica Roth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 12:35


    Do you love hearing scathing book reviews? Yes? Then, listen on! No? You listen on as well! In this episode of Bad Reviews for Good Books, Ryan and Jaida Hancock commentate on what reviewers hated about book one of Divergent by Veronica Roth. We appreciate you always showing up! You're the best! If you get a chance, the Hancocks would LOVE for you to do one or all of the following: 1. Rate and review the podcast-- it really helps! 2. Leave an anchor message, so the Hancocks can adore you even more ;) 3. Contact the Hancocks at https://www.anuncommonauthor.com/contact 4. Reach out to Jaida on Twitter @Jaida_Hancock --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bad-reviews-good-books/message

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