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A podcast about YA lit and what it can teach us - at any age. Join us as we review new releases and revisit old classics. To suggest a book to YA, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast

YA Podcast


    • Jan 3, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 45m AVG DURATION
    • 180 EPISODES


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    176. A Final Bow

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2023 46:08


    After almost 5 wild and wonderful years, the YA Podcast is coming to an end. Join Kadi, Teffer, and Bailey as we reminisce over the years, the books, and the friendships we've shared. Stay in touch! Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.podcavern.

    175. The Vampire Diaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 45:24


    We're coming at you with another media review! Kadi and Teffer watched Season 1 of the Vampire Diaries and we're here to tell you all about low cut jeans, sexy vampire brothers, and racist small towns. Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-di…sion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.podcavern.com

    174. A Scatter of Light by Malinda Lo

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2022 29:04


    Kadi and Teffer talk about art, light, gayness, coming out, coming of age, and queer community in this breathtaking novel by Malinda Lo. Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-di…sion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.podcavern.com

    173. The Princess Diaries by Meg Cabot

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2022 35:52


    Kadi and Teffer talk crushes, cringe and criminal movie adaptations in Meg Cabot's Y2K Marxist monarchy classic, Princess Diaries. Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-di…sion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.podcavern.com

    172. The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2022 48:34


    Kadi and Teffer talk 2009, love triangles, and Twilight references in the Amazon Prime show & the book it's based on! There's a reason Netflix passed on this one.. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.podcavern.com

    171. Along for the Ride by Sarah Dessen

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2022 48:49


    This week, Kadi and Teffer talk about movie adaptation, romance tropes & the people they exclude, beach loving, terrible parents, and naturally, who can get it in Along For the Ride by Sarah Dessen and its Netflix adaptation. This baby has no redeeming qualities... Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com

    170. Snapdragon by Kat Leyh

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 39:45


    We're back!! This week Kadi and Teffer talk about friendship, love, and witchcraft in Kat Leyh's Snapdragon. Also, what our hiatus held and where we go from here! Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-di…sion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com

    169. Heartstopper by Alice Oseman

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2022 39:25


    We're wrapping up our March graphic novel series with Heartstopper by Alice Oseman! Bailey and Teffer talk about low-conflict romances, himbos, b-plots and sports boys in this lovely book. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    168. On A Sunbeam by Tillie Walden

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2022 28:52


    Bailey and Teffer talk about found family, cozy spaceships, colour, cults, and a world without men in On A Sunbeam by Tillie Walden! Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    167. Himawari House by Harmony Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 40:20


    We continue our graphic novel series with Himawari House by Harmony Becker! Eunice and Teffer talk about multifaceted representation, multilingual storytelling, and time-limited narrative in this immersive gap year story. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    166. Graceling: the Graphic Novel by Kristin Cashore and Gareth Hinds

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2022 15:04


    A very special guest joins Teffer in the studio to talk about the Graceling graphic novel adaptation by Gareth Hinds! YA: "166. Graceling: The Graphic Novel" -ads: OAF, NBF, G&G, QT, GM, NatToo, SGF1 Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    165. The Girl From the Sea by Molly Knox Ostertag

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 33:54


    This March, we're reading graphic novels! We're kicking it off with The Girl From the Sea by Molly Knox Ostertag. Teffer and Bailey talk about selkie myths and generous love in this beautiful maritime tale. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    164. The Passing Playbook by Isaac Fitzsimons

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2022 37:24


    We wrap up February with a sweet tearjerker of a book, The Passing Playbook by Isaac Fitzsimons! Join Eunice and Teffer as we talk about finding queer community wherever you live, queerness and religion, and the delight of seeing trans representation grow in the genre. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    163. Excuse Me While I Ugly Cry by Joya Goffney

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2022 46:12


    In February, we read romances by Black authors! This week, we're talking about self love, generational love, and the importance of friends who love you in Excuse Me While I Ugly Cry by Joya Goffney. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    162. Felix Ever After by Kacen Callender

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2022 52:23


    We're back!! This February we continue our tradition of reading romances by Black authors all month, and we're kicking it off with Felix Ever After by Kacen Callender. Bailey and Teffer talk about trans joy, self love, art therapy, and what cis parents of trans kids need to know. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    161. 2021 Holiday Gift Guide!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2021 43:24


    Kadi and Eunice put their holiday elf hats on and bring you *drumroll* THE 2021 YA HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE! They break it down by types of giftee and hope that you snag a little somethin for yourself at the same time. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    160. The Baby-Sitter's Club Season 2!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2021 50:32


    We're back in Stoneybrook! This week Bailey and Teffer talk about season 2 of The Baby-Sitter's Club: who's gay, who's coping, who's got a great new step dad. Also, lots about awkward dates! Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-di…sion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    159. Six Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth Lim

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2021 45:37


    Join Teffer and Eunice for a conversation about fairytale retellings, dragons, persimmons, and teen protagonists who actually act like teenagers in Six Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth Lim. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    158. Things We Couldn't Say by Jay Coles

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2021 51:07


    This week, Teffer and Kadi talk about the complications of being a pastor's kid, unraveling generational trauma, beautiful romances and refreshing bisexual representation with Jay Coles' Things We Couldn't Say. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    157. XOXO by Axie Oh

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2021 45:47


    Join Eunice and Teffer as we talk about K-Pop, romance, chasing dreams & finding happy endings in Axie Oh's XOXO! Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    156. Annie on My Mind by Nancy Garden

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2021 44:25


    Bailey and Kadi go back in time to revisit the 1982 sapphic classic Annie on My Mind by Nancy Garden. They talk about the place of books of a certain era, problematic adults and homophobia & faith. Also, please enjoy Bailey's pettiest book criticism of all time!!! Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    155. Vampire Academy by Richelle Mead ft. Karter Powell

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2021 46:53


    This week, Karter Powell of The CabotCast joins Teffer to talk about Vampire Academy, sexy boarding school books, homoeroticism, and growing up in the 2000s. Also Princess Diaries. Check out The CabotCast socials! https://twitter.com/TheCabotCast https://www.instagram.com/thecabotcast/ https://linktr.ee/thecabotcast Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-di…sion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    154. Love is a Revolution by Renée Watson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2021 44:04


    Teffer and Kadi talk fluffy romance, low-friction narratives, self love & body diversity with Love is a Revolution by Renée Watson! Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-di…sion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    153. Sex Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2021 46:19


    Kadi and Teffer take a break from book reviews to talk about TV! We're reviewing the Netflix series Sex Education, talking about Gillian Anderson, the rise of fascism, teen sexuality, and what makes for good representation on TV. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    152. Blackout

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2021 38:13


    This week Kadi and Bailey read Blackout by Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Yoon. We gush about this beautiful ensemble romance that celebrates Black love and talk about all the little details that make it such a delight to read. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi_d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    151. Tokyo Ever After by Emiko Jean

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2021 37:28


    Teffer and Eunice are back in the book review business with Tokyo Ever After by Emiko Jean! We talk about beautiful writing, complex characters, and the shift in YA from external to internal narrative tension. Since this is a new release, we're trying to keep it spoiler free! Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-di…sion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    150. 100 Best YA Books of All? Time?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2021 58:37


    We're back from hiatus with our 150th episode! Bailey and Teffer reminisce about the show, talk about our summer reading, and then get into reviewing the TIME 100 Best YA Books of All Time, the hits and misses. And it wouldn't be an episode of YA if we didn't talk about Twilight. A lot. Welcome back! Find the TIME 100 Best YA Books list: https://time.com/collection/100-best-ya-books/ Listen to Teffer on No Bad Food! https://soundcloud.com/nobadfoodpod/19-salad-days-ft-teffer-adjemian Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    149. Summer Read-Through: Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants: The Movies

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021 44:36


    To wrap up our Summer Read-Through, we watched both Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants movies! We're talking about casting, early oughts fashion (yay or nay?, Jesse Williams, sexy candles, and pants, just so many pants. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    148. Summer Read-Through: Sisterhood Everlasting by Ann Brashares

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2021 50:03


    This week, we fast forward ten years to visit the sisterhood as adults in Sisterhood Everlasting! The whole gang's here to talk about rich boyfriends, aimless careers, millennial angst, and Manic Pixie Dying Girls. Did Brashares finally figure out what to do with Tibby? Will Carmen ever get what she deserves? Tune in and find out! Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    147. Summer Read-Through: Forever in Blue: the Fourth Summer of the Sisterhood by Ann Brashares

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2021 51:04


    All four hosts got together this week to talk about the final book in the teen Sisterhood series. We've gotta lotta yikes and a little yay! What happened to Carmen? Why is Tibby always … like that? Is it ok to have sex, ever? We ask these questions and more! Resources: docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nl…/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-di…sion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    146. Summer Read-Through: Girls In Pants by Ann Brashares

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2021 48:49


    Should girls wear pants? Should men only be lawyers? Bailey and Teffer talk about art classes, problematic romance and big feelings in our read through of the 3rd summer of the sisterhood! Resources: docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nl…/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-di…sion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    145. Summer Read-Through: The Second Summer of the Sisterhood by Ann Brashares

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2021 58:55


    This week Kadi, Teffer and Bailey talk about the second story in the Sisterhood's saga! We talk about French translation, parents who don't parent, and cultivating self-compassion through cringe. Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    144. Summer Read-Through: The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Ann Brashares

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 48:28


    We're kicking off a read-through series of the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Ann Brashares this week! Kadi, Eunice and Teffer talk about being a teen in the millennial era, letting teens be kids, and all the problematic stuff we did or didn't remember about this classic series. Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    143. A Pho Love Story by Loan Le

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2021 32:37


    Eunice and Teffer wrap up our food series with two families, both alike in dignity, in A Pho Love Story by Loan Le. We talk about the delights of drawn out flirtation, generational stories, and how this book is like a restaurant! Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    142. Bloom by Kevin Panetta and Savanna Ganucheau

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 31:50


    Bailey and Teffer dive into Bloom by Kevin Panetta and Savanna Ganucheau, a fluffy, wholesome graphic novel about love, baking, and finding your path. We talk about falling in love, pretty boys, tasty breads, and good parents! Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    141. Summer Reading Round-Up 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 42:00


    Teffer and Bailey sit down to talk about the books we're excited to read this summer. With a round-up of new releases and older favorites, we've got just the thing for your reading list! Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    140. The Music Of What Happens by Bill Konigsberg ft. Tom Zalatnai

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 55:35


    This week, as we continue our Food series, Kadi is joined by a special guest- our editor Tom Zalatnai (@tomzalatnai)- to talk about The Music Of What Happens by Bill Konigsberg! We get into the value of setting boundaries with parents, the beauty of emotional vulnerability in friendships, and what we'd do if we could open our own food trucks. Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    139. The Way You Make Me Feel by Maurene Goo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2021 48:28


    Kicking off a food themed June, Eunice and Teffer review The Way You Make Me Feel by Maurene Goo, a delicious story of food trucks, family, and falling in love. We talk about hot dads, best friends, and the risk that comes with opening your heart. Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    138. Faith: Taking Flight by Julie Murphy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 43:40


    This week, Teffer and Bailey review Faith by Julie Murphy! We’re talking healthy friendships, unhealthy relationships, and oh, right, superheroes, too. Check out Maintenance Phase! http://maintenancephase.com/ Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    137. Legendborn by Tracy Deonn

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2021 43:58


    This week Eunice and Kadi talk about grief, the decolonization of magic and love triangles. And, because we just can’t help ourselves, we’re talking about Twilight (again)… Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    136. Moxie by Jennifer Mathieu

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2021 49:02


    Teffer and Bailey review Moxie by Jennifer Mathieu, talking about intergenerational feminism, riot grrrls, and what they liked (and didn't like) about the Netflix adaptation. Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    135. Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Ibram X. Kendi and Jason Reynolds

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021 46:10


    Chris Walker of Nerdcraft Nation joins Eunice and Teffer to talk about Stamped, Jason Reynolds’ “remix” of Ibram X. Kendi’s antiracism work. We talk about highschool history class, institutional racism, and what anti-racist pedagogy might look like. Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    134. The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2021 41:45


    This week, Kadi and Bailey review The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna. We talk about well-researched fantasy religions, the experience of living under oppressive systems, brilliant visual metaphors, and how dang much we want this incredible book to be made into a movie. Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    133. Last Night At The Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2021 45:11


    Kadi & Eunice review Malinda Lo's Last Night At The Telegraph Club and talk about period pieces, romance novels, and the beauty of intersectional representation. Donate to the Upford Network's Indiegogo Campaign! igg.me/at/upfordnetwork Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    132. The Art of Feeling by Laura Tims

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2021 59:53


    This week, patron Maddy Dever joins Teffer to talk about The Art of Feeling by Laura Tims! We're talking about grieving, living with chronic pain, the surprising joy of finding people who value you, and the mortifying ordeal of being known. Donate to the Upford Network's Indiegogo Campaign! igg.me/at/upfordnetwork Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Guest: Maddy Dever: @MattJDever, matthewdever.ca Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com

    131. Let's Talk About It with Erika Moen and Matthew Nolan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2021 47:52


    This week, Erika Moen and Matthew Nolan joined Teffer and Kadi to talk about relationships, sex, peer-to-peer education, and, of course, their new YA sex ed resource, Let's Talk About It! Join us for a conversation about taking the fear out of dating, who to talk to about what you want to do, and what to name your favourite beet! Donate to the Upford Network's Indiegogo Campaign! igg.me/at/upfordnetwork Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    130. Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 51:39


    This week, Kadi and Eunice review Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley! We talk about communities going through hard times, intergenerational trauma & healing, and the importance of storytelling in marginalized communities. Then, we get vulnerable about recent events and our own experiences as cultural minorities. This book is so good, y'all. It's so good!! Donate to the Upford Network's Indiegogo Campaign! igg.me/at/upfordnetwork Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    129. Fable by Adrienne Young

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2021 37:23


    After 128 episodes of Teffer pestering the others to review a Ship Book, it finally happened! Listen in as Teffer and Bailey review Adrienne Young's high seas fantasy, Fable, and get into exactly what it is that makes a maritime adventure so much fun. We talk pseudo-love triangles, almost-queer-baiting, and which nautical daddies can get it. Donate to the Upford Network's Indiegogo Campaign! igg.me/at/upfordnetwork Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    128. To All the Boys: Always and Forever

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021 45:31


    Kadi and Teffer review To All the Boys: Always and Forever, the Netflix adaptation of Jenny Han's Always and Forever, Lara Jean. Join us for Kadi's first foray into the himbo universe, the joys of boys who do sports, satisfying final chapters, and a surprising side order of Jon Hamm. Is anyone else hot? Donate to the Upford Network's Indiegogo Campaign! igg.me/at/upfordnetwork Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    127. Winterkeep by Kristin Cashore

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 46:40


    Teffer and Kadi return to the Graceling Realm with Kristin Cashore's new release, Winterkeep! We're talking about environmental anxiety, the Gen Z/Millennial tension, extended character development, generational trauma and generational healing, who can get it, and so much more. Donate to the Upford Network's Indiegogo Campaign! igg.me/at/upfordnetwork Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

    126. Raybearer by Jordan Ifueko

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021 44:24


    Patron Emily Pattyn joins us to talk about one of the hottest new releases of 2021: Raybearer by Jordan Ifueko. We talk about magic systems, the development of diverse fantasy in YA, and why The Lord of the Rings should be 200 pages shorter than it is. Donate to the Upford Network's Indiegogo Campaign! igg.me/at/upfordnetwork Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop: @kadi__d Eunice Hong: @theeunicornreadsabook Great Bear Music! greatbearmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.andrewvannorstrand.com www.upfordnetwork.com Send us books! Upford Network ℅ Tom Zalatnai PO Box 22585 Monkland PO Montreal, Quebec H4A 3T4 Canada

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