Prosecco N Prose is a bi-weekly virtual book club. Literature is lit with entertaining English teachers Wendy and Amy as they dive deep while deconstructing prose and downing Prosecco. It's the quiz-free English class you never knew you needed.
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The Prosecco N Prose | A Book Club podcast is a delightful and engaging show that combines two of my favorite things: books and bubbly. Wendy and Amy, the hosts, have a wonderful chemistry that makes it feel like you're sitting down with friends to discuss your latest book finds. Their conversations are easy listening and perfect for enjoying while driving or doing household chores. I appreciate that they always start each episode with a description of the Prosecco they're drinking, adding a fun touch to the show.
One of the best aspects of The Prosecco N Prose podcast is the hosts' insightful analysis of the books they review. They dive deep into the literary elements, symbolism, and character development, providing unique perspectives that enhance my understanding and enjoyment of each book. As someone who loves literature, I find their discussions to be thought-provoking and inspiring. Additionally, I appreciate their recommendations for other books based on themes or similarities to the reviewed book, as it expands my reading list.
Another great aspect of this podcast is Wendy and Amy's genuine passion for reading. They make reading fun again by sharing their excitement for different genres and authors. It's clear that they genuinely love books and want to share their joy with listeners. Their enthusiasm is contagious and has inspired me to pick up books I may not have considered otherwise.
While there aren't many negative aspects to this podcast, one minor drawback is that some episodes may not cover books or genres that appeal to every listener. However, since The Prosecco N Prose covers a wide range of books from various genres, there is still plenty of content for everyone to enjoy.
In conclusion, The Prosecco N Prose | A Book Club podcast offers an entertaining blend of literary discussions and sparkling conversation. Wendy and Amy's chemistry shines through in every episode, creating a welcoming atmosphere that feels like being part of a book club with friends. Whether you're a seasoned reader or looking to reignite your love for books, this podcast is a must-listen. So grab a glass of Prosecco (or your beverage of choice) and join Wendy and Amy as they explore the world of literature in a fun and engaging way.
Book: The Maid by Nita ProseBubbly: Cantine Regie Hotel Tipping EtiquetteThis episode has a SPOILER SUMMARY. Character SketchesWendy: Giselle BlackAmy: Rodney StilesBook Club Questions Discussed:Amy: How do you interpret the quote: "We all are the same in different ways?" & What is your favorite Gran quote? Wendy: The book is purposefully vague about the city and country where the story takes place. Why do you think the author did that and where do you picture the story and why? Extra discussion: Uniform as a symbol. Podcast hostesses styled this season by an independent cabi stylist. Support the show
Books and Bubbly by Month* January: Prologue with Hi Prosecco* February:Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus with Bolla Prosecco* March: The Maid by Nita Prose with Cantine Regie Prosecco * April: Black Cake by Charmain Wilkerson with Gancia Prosecco* May: Book Lover by Emily Henry with Caposaldo Prosecco* June: The Measure by Nikki Erlick with Guisti Asolo Prosecco * July: Love on the Brain by Ali Hazelwood with Biagio Prosecco* August: The Villa by Rachel Hawkins with Villa Prosecco* September: Someone Else's Shoes by Jojo Moyes with Plumeria Prosecco* October: The Writing Retreat by Julia Bartz with Torresella Prosecco * November: Never Never by Colleen Hoover with Zufini Proseco* December: Epilogue with Epic Run ProseccoOther MentionsAmy's cabi ClothingWendy's Marathon ChallengeSupport the show
Wendy and Amy recap this season with one final jello shot, a Fruited Prosecco Jelly Shot. Some short stories and jello shots were clear winners and others were not, in their opinion. Find out which ones ranked and which ones tanked! Pop a cork to shorts and shots!Today's Prosecco Jello Shot: Fruited Prosecco Jelly Shot from Jelly Shot Test Kitchen This Season's Books1) First Fiction: An Anthology of the First Published Stories by Famous Authors2) The Best American Short Stories of the Century, edited by John UpdikeSummer course that inspired this Season's Episodes - The Great Courses Course: Great American Short Stories | A Guide for Readers and Writers featuring Professor Jennifer Cognard-Black Ph.D. Support the show
Wendy and Amy wrap up the season with tow short stories by Ernest Hemingway, "in our time" and "The Killers," paired with a classic brunch drink as a jello shot, a Mimosa Jello Shot. They talk Hemingway's terse style, recurring themes in his work, and fun facts that shaped his writing. They also find out if a mimosa jello shot is just like the real thing. Pop a cork to an iconic writer!Today's Prosecco Jello Shot: Mimosa Jello Shotfrom Stress BakingThis Season's Books1) First Fiction: An Anthology of the First Published Stories by Famous Authors2) The Best American Short Stories of the Century, edited by John UpdikeToday's Short Stories by Ernest Hemingway 1) "in our time"2) "The Killers"Summer course that inspired this Season's Episodes - The Great Courses Course: Great American Short Stories | A Guide for Readers and Writers featuring Professor Jennifer Cognard-Black Ph.D. Support the show
Wendy and Amy discuss two gothic-esque short stories by Canadian author Alice Munro, "A Basket of Strawberries" and "Meneseteung." This week's jello is more dessert than shot, the Strawberry Prosecco Jelly Dessert. They've got an illicit affair, an aborted affair, moral conflicts, memory versus reality, and epiphanies. Pop a cork to some loaded lit!Today's Prosecco Jello Shot: Strawberry Prosecco Jelly Dessert from The Little Epicurean. This Season's Books1) First Fiction: An Anthology of the First Published Stories by Famous Authors2) The Best American Short Stories of the Century, edited by John UpdikeToday's Short Stories by Alice Munro1) “A Basket of Strawberries”2) “Meneseteung"Summer course that inspired this Season's Episodes - The Great Courses Course: Great American Short Stories | A Guide for Readers and Writers featuring Professor Jennifer Cognard-Black Ph.D. Support the show
Wendy and Amy discuss two creepy short stories by the very prolific Joyce Carol Oates, "In the Old World" and "Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?," which they pair with the not-at-all creepy Prosecco Jelly Shot with Pomegranate Bursting Boba. They find elements of psychological realism and a bit of number and hair symbology in these gothic-tinged stories. Pop a cork to a couple of creepy compositions!Today's Prosecco Jello Shot: Prosecco Jelly Shots with Pomegranate Bursting Boba from Sprinkle Bakes.This Season's Books1) First Fiction: An Anthology of the First Published Stories by Famous Authors2) The Best American Short Stories of the Century, edited by John UpdikeToday's Short Stories by Joyce Carol Oats1)"In the Old World"2) "Where Are You Going? Where Have You Been"Cory Daniel Numerology ( 33 and 17) on The Phoenix EnigmaJCO's Twitter Page Summer course that inspired this Season's Episodes - The Great Courses Course: Great American Short Stories | A Guide for Readers and Writers featuring Professor Jennifer Cognard-Black Ph.D. Support the show
Wendy and Amy discuss two short stories by the two-time Pulitzer Prize winner John Updike, "Friends from Philadelphia" and "Gesturing," and pair it with some fancy looking Prosecco Jelly Flutes. They've got some fun facts about the literary critic, sympathize with a teen unknowingly caught in a class war, and attempt to decipher a befuddling gesture. Pop a cork to relatable writings!Today's Prosecco Jello Shot: Prosecco Jelly Flutes from Food Network. This Season's Books1) First Fiction: An Anthology of the First Published Stories by Famous Authors2) The Best American Short Stories of the Century, edited by John UpdikeToday's Short Stories by Raymond Carver1)"Friends From Philadelphia" 2) "Gesturing" Summer course that inspired this Season's Episodes - The Great Courses Course: Great American Short Stories | A Guide for Readers and Writers featuring Professor Jennifer Cognard-Black Ph.D. Support the show
Wendy and Amy discuss two short stories by Dorothy Parker, "Such a Pretty Little Picture" and "Here We Are," and finally get a taste of prosecco in a Pretty Pink Prosecco Jello Shot. They find the funny and the tragic in an old and new marriage, ponder unhappy endings and roles women - and men! - were/are expected to play. Pop a cork to the Queen of the Quips!Today's Prosecco Jello Shot: Pretty Pink Prosecco Jello Shot from Wanda at Entertaining Diva. This Season's Books1) First Fiction: An Anthology of the First Published Stories by Famous Authors2) The Best American Short Stories of the Century, edited by John UpdikeToday's Short Stories by Raymond Carver1) "Such a Pretty Little Picture"2) "Here We Are"Summer course that inspired this Season's Episodes - The Great Courses Course: Great American Short Stories | A Guide for Readers and Writers featuring Professor Jennifer Cognard-Black Ph.D. Support the show
Wendy and Amy discuss two short stories by Raymond Carver, "Furious Seasons" and "Where I'm Calling From," and try a 78 Jelly Shot. These stories have mystery and murder, drinking and detoxing. They talk about Carver's use of imagery, writing from experience, and stories that leave you disoriented and disturbed. Pop a cork to gritty, but great story-telling!Today's Prosecco Jello Shot: The 78 Jelly Shot from The Jelly Shot Test KitchenThis Season's Books1) First Fiction: An Anthology of the First Published Stories by Famous Authors2) The Best American Short Stories of the Century, edited by John UpdikeToday's Short Stories by Raymond Carver 1)"Furious Seasons"2) "Where I'm Calling From" Summer course that inspired this Season's Episodes - The Great Courses Course: Great American Short Stories | A Guide for Readers and Writers featuring Professor Jennifer Cognard-Black Ph.D. Support the show
Wendy and Amy are going all classic with two short stories by William Faulkner, "Landing in Luck" and "That Evening Sun Go Down," paired with a classic-inspired jello shot, The French 75. They've got Fun Faulkner Facts, talk evolution of an author's style, two different takes on class conflict, and comedic, but tragic endings. Pop a cork to landing in classics!Today's Prosecco Jello Shot: The French 75 with Gin from The Jelly Shot Test Kitchen This Season's Books1) First Fiction: An Anthology of the First Published Stories by Famous Authors2) The Best American Short Stories of the Century, edited by John UpdikeToday's Short Stories by William Faulkner1) "Landing in Luck" Story starts on page 41 2) "That Evening Sun Go Down" Additional Links from Today's EpisodeThe Online Stage - Landing in Luck Summer course that inspired this Season's Episodes - The Great Courses Course: Great American Short Stories | A Guide for Readers and Writers featuring Professor Jennifer Cognard-Black Ph.D. Support the show
Wendy and Amy take a look at two short stories by Flannery O'Connor, "The Geranium" and "Greenleaf." They also taste test a very interesting looking Naturally Green Prosecco Jello Shot. First line predictions go sideways, endings are Gothic, and themes of hubris and aging round out this fun discussion. Pop a cork to aging with grace!Today's Prosecco Jello Shot: A Naturally Green Prosecco Jello Shot from Cooking Light This Season's Books1) First Fiction: An Anthology of the First Published Stories by Famous Authors2) The Best American Short Stories of the Century, edited by John UpdikeToday's Short Stories by Flannery O'Connor1) "The Geranium"2) "Greenleaf"Additional Links from Today's Episode1) How Racist Was Flannery O'Connor2) 12 Writing Tips from Flannery O'Connor3) Fast Asleep Podcast by Gina Marie: "Greenleaf" Part 1 & Part 2 Summer course that inspired this Season's Episodes - The Great Courses Course: Great American Short Stories | A Guide for Readers and Writers featuring Professor Jennifer Cognard-Black Ph.D. Support the show
Wendy and Amy discuss two short stories by one of the great American playwrights, Tennessee Williams - "The Vengeance of Nitocris" and "The Resemblance Between a Violin Case and a Coffin," and try a Peach Bellini Jello Shot. With one story loose historical fiction and the other possibly based on personal history/experience, they look at elements of Southern Gothic lit and themes of death and mad women. Pop a cork to historical retellings, mythical and personal! Today's Prosecco Jello Shot: www.sweetrecipes.com or from @bakerpeabody on Instagram.This Season's Books1) First Fiction: An Anthology of the First Published Stories by Famous Authors2) The Best American Short Stories of the Century edited by John UpdikeToday's Short Stories by Tennesee WilliamsSummer course that inspired this Season's Episodes - The Great Courses Course: Great American Short Stories | A Guide for Readers and Writers featuring Professor Jennifer Cognard-Black Ph.D. Support the show
Wendy and Amy take on two short stories by F. Scott Fitzgerald, "Babes in the Woods" and "Crazy Sunday." They also try a classic prosecco happy hour drink in jello shot form, the Aperol Spritzer Jello Shot. They discuss first lines, the power they have, or don't have, to pull the reader in, and endings that leave a reader satisfied; elements that are unique to Fitzgerald and some common themes. Pop a cork to a crazy, fun time!Today's Prosecco Jello Shot: Aperol Spritz Jello Shot from Lemons for Lulu. This Season's Books1) First Fiction: An Anthology of the First Published Stories by Famous Authors2) The Best American Short Stories of the Century edited by John UpdikeToday's Short Stories by F. Scott Fitzgerald1) "Babes in the Woods"2) "Crazy Sunday"Summer course that inspired this Season's Episodes - The Great Courses Course: Great American Short Stories | A Guide for Readers and Writers featuring Professor Jennifer Cognard-Black Ph.D. Support the show
Wendy and Amy are back with another season of books, banter and bubbles! This go around it's all about short stories and jello shots, made with prosecco, of course! Find out what's in store for the season and who really doesn't like jello shots. Pop a cork to Season 5!Today's Prosecco Jello Shot: Raspberry Prosecco Tulip using Chambord This Season's Books1) First Fiction: An Anthology of the First Published Stories by Famous Authors2) The Best American Short Stories of the Century edited by John UpdikeThis Season's Line-UpEpisode 41 - F. Scott Fitzgerald: “Babes in the Woods” & “Crazy Sunday” | An Aperol Spritzer Jello ShotEpisode 42 - Tennessee Williams:“The Vengeance of Nitocris” & “The Resemblance Between a Violin Case and aCoffin” | A Peach Bellini Jello ShotEpisode 43 - Flannery O'Conner: “The Geranium” &“Greenleaf” | A Naturally Green Prosecco JelloShotEpisode 44 - William Faulkner: “Landing in Luck” & “That Evening Sun Go Down” | The French 75 with ginEpisode 45 - Raymond Carver: “Furious Seasons” & “Where I'm Calling From” | The 78 Jelly ShotEpisode 46 - Dorothy Parker: “Such a Pretty Little Picture” &“Here We Are” | A Pretty Pink Prosecco Jello ShotEpisode 47 - John Updike: “Friends from Philadelphia” &“Gesturing” | A Prosecco Jelly ShotEpisode 48 - Joyce Carol Oates: “Inthe Old World” & “Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?” | Prosecco Jelly Shot with Pomegranate Bursting BobaEpisode 49 - Alice Monro: “A Basketof Strawberries” & “Meneseteung" | Strawberry Prosecco DessertEpisode 50 - Ernest Hemingway: “in our time” &“The Killers” | Mimosa Jello Shot. Summer course that inspired this Season's Episodes - The Great Courses Course: Great American Short Stories | A Guide for Readers and Writers featuring Professor Jennifer Cognard-Black Ph.D. Huge shoutout to our Instagram friends who helped us with our OPENING LINE WRITING EXERCISE. Please consider following these fun book accounts: @runswflags@lifeandlitpod @karenbladerunner @darlene.morant @iceatbooks @books.over.coffee @thebeautyofborrowedbooks @katereadsbooks @a_writers_perspective @debs_shelves @mtgbooks777 @riposoreads @drunkenpenwriting @boymombookshelf @realassaffirmations @bookreaderr_muzing @perfectlyprosed @authorkarakendrick @lunaandfortuna @thebittenwordpodcast @joyofmusic_lindafotis @authorthayden @kennacharlesauthor @jennsbookmarks A great short story reader and writer information website.Support the show
Our season of romance has come to a close, / With lots of prosecco and loads of prose. / Some sips and stories we really loved a lot, / Pop a cork to the ones that took our top spot!Show Notes:Today's Bubbly: Ca'Belli Spumante Prosecco Rose – We finally agreed on a rating. Favorite Dark Chocolate Flavors found at Aldi: Sea Salt, Chile, Strawberry Champagne Amy's Favorite Prosecco Roses: Jules, Kirkland's, Conca D'Oro Wendy's Favorite Prosecco Roses: Kirkland's, Albino Armini, Fascino, Conca D'Oro Wendy's Favorite Prose: The Great Gatsby, One True Loves, "The Count and The Wedding Guest"Amy's Favorite Prose: 28 Summers, Home Front, One True LovesAmy's Favorite Book Cover: A Thousand Boy KissesWendy's Favorite Book Cover: 28 SummersWendy's Favorite Bookish Podcast: Stuff You Missed in History Class, Bad on Paper, Drunken Pen WritersAmy Favorite Bookish Podcasts: Drunken Pen Writers, Faded Mates, Book BroadsOther Recommended Podcasts: The Morning Formation Podcast with KP, Two Babes and a Book, The Mean Book ClubShout Out: Oliver Fox's article “The Four Pillars of Romance” from the Writer's Write BlogSupport the show
Wendy and Amy take a vacay to the beach, / And look at a love that's both here and out of reach. / For 28 perfect summers Mal and Jake rendezvous, / Pop a cork to stolen moments that made a love so true.Show Notes:Author Elin Hilderbrand's WebpageConca d'Oro Prosecco Rose Writer's Write Blog: "The Four Pillars of Romance" Article by Oliver Fox.Podcast Mentioned Today: Bad on PaperNext Episode: Epilogue with all of our favorites for the season Support the show
Wendy and Amy mull over a young romance. / Will a fake meet cute lead to real love, by chance? / Maybe, if Noah just follows his list. / Pop a cork for the love he almost missed! Show Notes:Author: Emery Lee Prosecco: Borrasca Prosecco Rosé Oliver Fox's Writer's Write Article “Four Pillars of Romance” Big Gay Fiction Podcast Next Episode: 28 Summers by Elin Hilderbrand paired with Conca d'Oro Prosecco Rosé Please Follow, Rate, and Review us on Apple or Spotify Podcast. Support the show
Wendy and Amy look at a love at war / Both on the Home Front and a far away shore. / While Jolene's in a battle, Michael fights, too. / Pop a cork to winning at love, part deux. Show Notes:Author Kristin Hannah's WebpageOliver Fox's article “The Four Pillars of Romance” from Writers Write Blog. The Morning Formation Podcast with KP Next Episode: Emery Lee's novel Meet Cute Diary paired with Borrasca Prosecco Rosé Please FOLLOW, RATE, and REVIEW us on APPLE or SPOTIFY PODCAST.Support the show
Wendy and Amy read an O. Henry tale / Then muse on the idea of love by betrayal. / But Miss Maggie just looks so smashing in black / Pop a cork to her beau who knows which secret to crack!Please FOLLOW, RATE, and REVIEW us on APPLE Or SPOTIFY PODCASTShow Notes:Oliver Fox's "Four Pillars of Romance" articleStuff You Missed in History Class Podcast with Holly and Tracy | O. Henry Episode Next Episode:Home Front by Kristin Hannah paired with Cecilia Beretta Prosecco Rose Support the show
Wendy and Amy shed at least a thousand tears / For Tillie Cole's young loves heartbreaking fears. / Will Poppy collect her thousand boy kisses? / Pop a cork to Rune fulfilling her wishes!Show Notes: Author Tillie Cole's WebpageJules Prosecco Rose linkWriter's Write Blog: "The Four Pillars of Romance" Article by Oliver Fox.Boozy Book Talk Podcast Next Episode: "The Count and the Wedding Guest" by O. Henry paired with Clara C Prosecco Rose. Please FOLLOW, RATE, and REVIEW us on APPLE or SPOTIFY PODCAST.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prosecconprose)
Wendy and Amy look at a one-sided love affair. / Haruki Murakami's written of a perfect pair. / Does the boy take a chance to make a love connection? / Pop a cork to seeing your 100% perfection.Show Notes:Author Website: Haruki MurakamiLink to short story: “On Seeing the 100% Perfect Girl One Beautiful April Morning”Lyrics Page Mentioned: Genius.comOliver Fox's article “The Four Pillars of Romance” from Writers Write Blog.Drunken Pen Writers Podcast/WebsiteNext Episode: Tillie Cole's A Thousand Boy Kisses paired with Jules Prosecco Rosé Please FOLLOW, RATE, and REVIEW us on APPLE or SPOTIFY PODCAST.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prosecconprose)
It's game on when Wendy and Amy tackle The Hating Game. / Sally Thorne's MC Lucy has Josh's heart all aflame. / As these workplace enemies compete for a COO promotion, / Pop a cork to love and hate, Josh and Lucy are full of emotion.Show Notes:Author Sally Thorne's WebpageOliver Fox's article "The Four Pillars of Romance" from The Writers Write Blog. Fun PROSECCO ROSE earrings from Style ASAP in Enterprise, AL Fated Mates Podcast about The Hating Game cohosted by Sarah MacLean and Jen ProkopNext Episode: Haruki Murakami's short story "On Seeing the 100% Perfect Girl One Beautiful April Morning" paired with Albino Armani Prosecco Rose. Please FOLLOW, RATE, and REVIEW us on APPLE or SPOTIFY PODCAST.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prosecconprose)
Wendy & Amy ponder Reid's One True Loves Dilemma / Sweet Sam's love helped heal heartbroken Emma. / But then her husband returns, Jesse's alive, / Pop A Cork to the ways love can change & survive! Show Notes:Oliver Fox's article "The Four Pillars of Romance"Glamour article mentioned Book Broads Podcast - "We Read Every Book by Taylor Jenkins Reid" Next Episode: The Hating Game by Sally Thorne paired with Fascino Prosecco Rose. Please FOLLOW, RATE, and REVIEW us on APPLE or SPOTIFY PODCAST.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prosecconprose)
Wendy and Amy find the love in James Joyce's Eveline, / But is this forbidden, secret love a happiness lifeline? / Or does a stronger love triangle have Eveline's devotion? / Pop a cork to the ties that bind and also leave us broken.Please FOLLOW, RATE, and REVIEW us on APPLE Or SPOTIFY PODCASTS.Show Notes:Oliver Fox's "Four Pillars of Romance" articleA fun reading of Eveline with an interesting discussion: Trev Downey from The Great Stories Podcast.Next Episode: One True Loves by Taylor Jenkins Reid paired with Conte Priuli Prosecco RoseSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prosecconprose)
Wendy and Amy discuss The Great Gatsby affair, / Can Gatsby win Daisy, make a love triangle a pair? / Or are they two star-crossed lovers, doomed from the start? / Pop a cork to this classic and Gatsby's quest for his sweetheart.Please FOLLOW, RATE, and REVIEW us on APPLE Or SPOTIFY PODCASTS.SHOW NOTES:Oliver Fox's "Four Pillars of Romance" articleDrunk Guys Book Club Podcast: GatsbyNext Episode:We will be discussing James Joyce's short story "Eveline" from the Dubliners and pair it with Tesoro della Regina Prosecco RoseSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prosecconprose)
We've got bubbles and books galore,So much to love and adore!Are you ready to see what's in store?Pop a cork to Season 4!Please FOLLOW, RATE, and REVIEW us on APPLE Or SPOTIFY PODCASTS.Next Episode: F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby | Kirkland Signature Prosecco Rose Sites Mentioned:The Vinepair Podcast | Celebrity Booze Snoop Episode Aired 10/01/21 | Bulk Wine Episode Aired 6/ 21/21 International Bulk Wine and Spirits Show (IBWSS)Writers Write article by Oliver Fox "The 4 Pillars of Romance" | Link to websiteSeason 4's Line-Up E31: The Great Gatsby by F. Scott FitzgeraldRose: Kirkland Signature Prosecco Rose E32: "Eveline" by James JoyceRose: Tesoro della Regina Prosecco RoseE33: One True Loves by Taylor Jenkins ReidRose: Conte Priuli Prosecco Rose E34: The Hating Game by Sally ThorneRose: Fascino Prosecco Rose E35: "On Seeing the 100% Perfect Girl One Beautiful April Morning" by Haruki MurakaiRose: Albino Armani Prosecco DOC E36: A Thousand Boy Kisses by Tillie ColeRose: Jules Prosecco Rose DOC E37: "The Count and the Wedding Guest" by O. HenryRose: Clara C. Fiori di Prosecco DOC Rose E38: Home Front by Kristin HannahRose: Cecilia Beretta Prosecco Rose DOC E39: Meet Cute Diary by Emery LeeRose: Borrasca Prosecco DOC Rose E40: 28 Summers by Elin HilderbrandRose: Conca D'Oro D'ose Prosecco Rose DOC Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prosecconprose)
Wendy and Amy power down the season with a bit of superlative fun. Find out what was the bubbliest, prettiest, and best of the season. Pop a cork to Season 3!Season 4 drops in February.
Wendy and Amy bring the power trip to an end with Abigail Dean's slow burn thriller Girl A. They discuss the power of money and remembering, differences between a house and a home, and how books are an escape, but can also be a trap. Pop a cork to the power of survival!Please Rate and Review us on Apple Podcast. Next Episode: The Epilogue: Season 3 SuperlativesShow Notes Links:Abigail Dean's Website Benvolio Prosecco Cartizze and Rive proseccos Fred and Rosemary WestTurpin family's real House of Horrors
Wendy and Amy discuss Alejandro Puyana's incredibly moving short story "The Hands of Dirty Children." The power of the author's pen, hands and elephants, and some numerology round out the discussion. Pop a cork to the power of phenomenal writing!Next Episode: Abigail Dean's Girl A paired with Benvolio Prosecco Links For This EpisodeFree Short Story: "Hands of Dirty Children" with introduction by Curtis SittenfeldThe Best American Short Stories 2020Paired Prosecco: OgioArepa Zone MFA Writers Podcast with Jared McCormack: Alejandro PuyanaThe Guardian: Caracas Street Children photosSave the ChildrenCaracas Chronicles: "How the Aprea Took Over the World, then Died at Home" or "Arepas Are Conquering The World--But Dying Home in Venezuela"
Wendy and Amy weave through quite a discussion of Marcia Preston's novel The Spiderling. The power of grief causes a mother to regress and a daughter to grow up, and dog tags, spiders, and Gold Star Families are all part of the discussion web. Pop a cork to the power of healing.Please FOLLOW, RATE, and REVIEW us on APPLE PODCASTLinks mentioned in this episode:Marcia Preston's WebsiteEnza ProseccoMaureen Petrosky's The Wine ClubAuthors Mentioned: Ann Patchett, Mary Gordon, Sarah Pekkanen, Kristin Hannah, Ashley Audrain, Torrey Peters, and Celeste NgKiwi Bird VideoAmerican Gold Star Families WebsiteNext Episode: Short Story entitled "Hands of Dirty Children" by Alejandro Puyana (free read) paired with Ogio.
Join Wendy and Amy for a deep dive discussion of Karen Russell's short story "Haunting Olivia." They look at how the power of grief and guilt can affect family bonds and how a pair of magic goggles might provide closure for a family dealing with the unthinkable. Do you believe in ghosts? Pop a cork to the power of hope!NEXT EPISODE: The Spiderling by Marcia Prestonpaired with Enza ProseccoLinks from today's episode:Karen Russell's WebsiteBook Browse InterviewVoodoo Name Book Luna d'Or ProseccoProsecco Through A Straw Guy--Chris ChianesiEastern Airline Flight 401Haunted Places Website
Wendy and Amy step back into historical fiction with Kristin Hannah's novel The Four Winds. They look at how the power of family and familial love, or a lack of it, can shape generations, and learn just how fitting a symbol like the little copper wheat penny is in the story. Do you believe in the power of family or luck? Pop a cork to the power of family!Please consider rating and reviewing us on Apple Podcast. LINKS MENTIONED IN SHOWKristin Hannah's WebsitePaired Bubbly: Casa SantorsolaSanora BabbGrapes of Wrath Memoirs of a Woman of Pleasure 1Memoirs of a Woman of Pleasure 2Robert Frost's "A Late Walk" NEXT EPISODEThe short story "Haunting Olivia" by Karen Russell paired with Luna d'Or
Join Wendy and Amy as they continue the power trip with Celeste Ng's short story "Girls, At Play." They discuss playground games that border on abuse and how easily girls can lose their voice under peer pressure. When does the power of choice become a trap? Pop a cork to the power of play!Links Mentioned in the Show:Link to "Girls, At Play" by Celeste Ng Chloe Prosecco Rose Author Celeste Ng WebsiteNext Episode: The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah paired with Sant'Orsola.
Wendy and Amy venture into wonderful, new-for-them, literary territory and discuss Torrey Peters' debut novel Detransition, Baby. They explore the power of motherhood in its many forms and look at the body as a symbol that often feels like a betrayal. Does the power of motherhood grant the ultimate power of womanhood? Pop a cork to living in your truth!Please consider rating and reviewing us on Apple podcast. Links mentioned in the show: The Red Box CarBearcreek SaloonGender Reveal PodcastNPR: It's Been a Minute with Sam Sanders PodcastVulture articleGLAADNext Episode: "Girls at Play" by Celeste Ng featuring Chloe Prosecco Rose.
Join Wendy and Amy for a discussion of Karen Shepard's short story "Popular Girls." Power and fashion go hand-in-hand, but what if it's all just an illusion? What happens if the façade fractures? Pop a cork to the power of popularity!Links mentioned in the show: 1) Karen Shepard's Website and link to short story "Popular Girls" 2) Our Personal Website3) Our Buzzsprout Website 4) Bellissima Prosecco5) Alison Lurie's Website Karen's book recommendations: - Empire of Pain by Patrick Radden Keefe- First Responders by Jennifer Murphy- Under a White Sky, The Nature of The Future by Elizabeth Kolbert- Phase Six by author's husband Jim Shepard- Pity the Beast by Robin McLean Next Episode: Detransition, Baby Torrey Peters featuring Ornato Prosecco
Wendy and Amy continue to explore the power dynamic between parents and children in Ashley Audrain's thriller The Push. They discuss how bracelets and blades might shift those power roles. And are you destined to pass on past hurts? Pop a cork to the power of the past.Links mentioned in the show: 1) Our Personal Website2) Our Buzzsprout Website Next Episode: "Popular Girls" by Karen Shepard featuring Bellissima Prosecco.
Wendy and Amy kick off Season 3 with Ray Bradbury's short story "The Veldt." In this first piece of prose in the power theme, they look at the dynamic of power between parents and children. And how does a nursery go from soothing to sinister? Pop a cork to the power of the veldt. Links mentioned in the show:1) Ray Bradbury's Website and link to the short story "The Veldt"2) Our Personal Website3) Our Buzzsprout Website4) Paired Prosecco for this episode is Syltbar. Next Episode: The Push by Ashley Audrain featuring DellaTorri Prosecco
Wendy and Amy are back for Season 3. Find out what prose is up for discussion and what prosecco is up for tasting. Plus, this season's prose has an overarching, continuous theme. What could it be? Pop a cork to season 3!Season 3's Prosecco N Prose Line-upE21: Ray Bradbury - "The Veldt" Prosecco: SyltBarE22: Ashely Audrain - The PushProsecco: DellaTorriE23: Karen Shepard - "Popular Girls"Prosecco: BellissimaE24: Torrey Peters - Detransition BabyProsecco: OrNatoE25: Celeste Ng - "Girls at Play"Prosecco: Chloe RoseE26: Kristin Hannah - The Four WindsProsecco: Casa Sant' Orsola E27: Karen Russell - "Haunting Olivia"Prosecco: Luna d'OrE28: Marcia Preston - The SpiderlingProsecco: EnzaE29: Alejandro Puyana - "The Hands of Dirty Children"Prosecco: Ogio E30: Abigail Dean - Girl AProsecco: Benvolio
Wendy and Amy bookend Season 2 with a brief recap of everything that's gone down. Find out what Prosecco and prose were their top picks, and they finally provide a tasting of their box-store favorite. Pop a cork to Season 2!Subscribe or Follow wherever you listen to our podcast, so you will be alerted when Season 3 drops in June or when we drop a bonus episode this spring.
Join Wendy and Amy as they wrap up Season 2 with V. E. Schwab's historical fantasy novel The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue. Belonging and loneliness, a ring and a watch, freckles and The Age of Adeline, and one VERY big announcement round out the season. Pop a cork to being remembered!Prosecco N Prose | Season 2 | Episode 20| The Invisible Life of Addie Larueby V.E. Schwab Co-Hosts: Wendy (W) | Amy (A) March 17, 2021Introduction of Bubbly, Prose, and Podcast – 00:00:00Catching Up | Conegliano Valdobbiandene Prosecco Superiore – 00:01:36Author and Book Information – 00:07:50Main Character Introduction – 00:10:27Brief Summary with Spoilers – 00:11:20Handful of Hyperbole1) Themes of Belonging and Loneliness through binary opposition – 00:16:102) Symbols – Color Green, ash ring, Henry’s watch, Addie’s jacket – 00:19:493) Voodoo Name Book – Adele (Addie, Adeline), Henry, Luc (Lucien) 00:26:134) Random – Freckles, Movie: The Age of Adeline, Amy’s surprise – 00:28:11Closing and Outro – 00:36:05 Next Episode: Season Ending Epilogue prior to break!
Wendy and Amy get to the truth of John Chu's thought-provoking short "The Water That Falls on You From Nowhere." Themes on lying, the symbology of water and rain, a fun game on American and Chinese holiday traditions, and a Pinocchio connection are all part of the discussion. Pop a cork to not getting caught in a lie!“The Water That Falls on You from Nowhere”by John ChuIntroduction of Bubbly, Prose, and Podcast – 00:00:00Catching Up | Ménage á Trois Tasting – 00:04:22Author and Book Information – 00:10:32Main Character Introduction – 00:13:36Brief Summary with Spoilers – 00:14:27Handful of Hyperbole1) Themes of Truth and Lies – 00:19:252) Symbols – Water and Rain – 00:23:233) Voodoo Name Book – Matt and Gus 00:25:334) Game – Two Facts and a Fib (Chinese/American traditions) – 00:27: 235) Random – Escape Pod 459’s Pinocchio connection – 00:36: 19Closing and Outro – 00:39:03 Link to Buzzsprout episodes for show notes. Next Episode (Season Finale): The Invisible Life of Addie Larue by V. E. Schwab
Join Wendy and Amy in a lively discussion of Brit Bennett's bestseller The Vanishing Half. Identity, rebellion, Mallard as a symbol, and a palm reading are all part of the conversation. Pop a cork to finding peace after pain!Next Episode: John Chu's short story "The Water That Falls on You from Nowhere"Listen to John Chu read. Please subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to our episodes. Prosecco N Prose | Season 2 | Episode 18 | The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett Co-Hosts: Wendy & Amy February 17, 2021Introduction of Bubbly, Prose, and Podcast – 00:00:00Catching Up | La Vostra Tasting – 00:00:45Author and Book Information – 00:06:30Main Character Introduction – 00:09:24Brief Summary with Spoilers – 00:09:50Handful of Hyperbole1) Themes of Identity and Rebellion – 00:14:032) Symbols – Mallard duck – 00:19:453) Game/Random – Palmistry Reading – 00:22:02Closing and Outro – 00:40:42
Wendy and Amy ponder Mary Gordon's superb short story "Ugly." Themes of judgment, pink roses, an antique chair, and poetry are served up with a pretty pink prosecco. Pop a cork for seeing beauty everywhere!Next Episode: Brit Bennett's The Vanishing HalfPlease rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to our episodes. Introduction of Bubbly, Prose, and Podcast – 00:00:00Catching up | La Gioiosa Tasting – 00:00:44Author and Short Story Information – 00:07:27Main Character Introduction – 00:16:13Brief Summary with Spoilers – 00:16:39Handful of Hyperbole1) Theme: Judgement based on appearance – 00:20:392) Symbols – Chair and Rose – 00:24:30https://www.dogfordstudios.com/symbolism-chair-art/3) Voodoo Name Book – Laura and Lois – 00:29:494) Random – Poetry in “Ugly” – 00:31:11https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/43880/a-song-when-june-is-past-the-fading-rosehttps://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/45441/song-go-lovely-rose https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/43682/the-sick-rose Closing and Outro – 00:40:55Next Episode: Brit Bennett’s novel The Vanishing Half
Join Wendy and Amy for a royally good time as they discuss Casey McQuiston's novel Red, White & Royal Blue. Love is the theme and untangling the meaning of some British and Texas phrases is the game. Keys, rings, and flags round out the bubbly banter. Pop a cork to love!Next Episode's short story: "Ugly" by Mary GordonDon't forget to Rate and Review us on Apple podcast. Subscribe to be notified when Prosecco N Prose drops its next episode.
Wendy and Amy step out of their comfort zone when they tackle Flann O'Brien's postmodernist work, The Third Policman. Fortified with their ever faithful prosecco, they explore his take on the afterlife, illuminate the meaning of yellow, and try to stump each other with some truly dumb criminals. Pop a cork to staying on the right side of the law!Next Episode: Red, White, & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
All we want for Christmas is to join Wendy and Amy and special kid-guest Kristen from Delaware as they discuss Barbara Robinson's beloved book The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Wendy and Amy mix up some festive holiday prosecco cocktails, explore the magic of Christmas with the Herdmans, and then Kristen pops in to play a game and give a kid-friendly review of the novel. Pop a cork to the holidays!Next Episode: A listener's request Flann O'Brien's The Third Policeman
...to join Wendy and Amy for a thrilling discussion of Lucy Foley's thriller The Guest List. Revenge, ominous birds, crazy facts about weddings, and a trip to an Irish isle are all part of the ceremony. Pop a cork to weddings with a side of revenge!
In Part 2 in honoring Veterans and Military Families, Wendy and Amy discuss Mark Twain's short story “Luck.”. They delve into the exploits of a very lucky general and the intoxicating power of titles in a name. Find out what happens when their game goes Socratic and see how many facts you already knew about Twain in 10 Unbelievable Facts. Pop a cork to old school literature! This Episode: Link for Mark Twain's short story "Luck." Next Episode: Lucy Foley's thriller The Guest List
Celebrate Veteran's Day with Wendy, Amy, and special guest Sadie as they kick off Season 2 with Claire Gibson's West Point set novel Beyond the Point. The bonds of friendship, military life, and a behind-the-scenes look at attending a military ball are all up for discussion. Pop a cork for our veterans!
Wendy and Amy break out the bubbly and share what's in store for Season 2. More prosecco, more prose, and a fun new Handful of Hyperbole discussion format. See what's in their TBR stack and get ready for a popping second season!
Wendy and Amy wrap up the season with their take on the quintessential book ender, the epilogue. Games and bloopers and plenty of prosecco. Find out what went down between the edits.
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