Podcasts about Outlander

In this episode of Outlander Cast, Mary & Blake break down Outlander 8.03, "Abies Fraseri" — an hour that gives us some of the season's best character work and one of its biggest mythology swings. Claire's blue-light moment officially enters the chat, and let's just say… Mary and Blake are not exactly on the same page about it. We dig into whether the reveal works, why Jamie and Claire's fight feels messy in the best possible way, why Fanny continues to be one of the strongest emotional additions to the show, and why William and Amaranthus might have the most subtext-heavy scene of the episode. We also talk about Cunningham finally stepping out of the background and into full-on threat territory on Fraser's Ridge. In this episode, we discuss: - Claire's blue-light healing moment and what it may mean - Why Jamie's jealousy feels petty in exactly the right way - The emotional fallout for Fanny - William and Amaranthus's loaded waistcoat scene - Cunningham's reveal and what it means for the Ridge - Our latest Outlandish Theories, including one very big prediction about Jamie Mary gives "Abies Fraseri" a 4.75 / 5. Blake gives it a 3.95 / 5. If you want more Outlander coverage, including our companion review article, explainers, and listener feedback episodes, head to: https://www.maryandblake.com Support the show and get all our bonus content at: https://www.jointhenerdclan.com Full spoilers for Outlander Season 8, Episode 3. Slàinte Mhath.

In this episode of Outlander Cast, Mary and Blake react to your thoughts on Frank's voice in Jamie's head, the sheer insanity of Amy's bear attack, whether Jamie and Claire's intimate scene was about connection or claiming, and why Captain Cunningham and Benjamin Cleveland are setting off every possible alarm bell. We also get into: - whether Frank is psychologically wrecking Jamie - if the bear attack worked or felt too contrived - why some of you loved the bees and others were more locked into the Ben mystery - whether William's storyline is finally getting interesting - and if the show is doing a long goodbye for Jamie… or just making everybody panic too early Plus: - theories about Lord John possibly dying this season - a cursed Frank book / Black Jack overlap theory - a possible time-travel connection to the bees - and one firm plea from Blake to please, for the love of all that is holy, not bring Rob Cameron back This week's Outlander 8.02 coverage: Recap & Reaction Podcast: https://maryandblake.com/podcast/outlander-season-8-episode-2-s8e2-prophecies-recap-reaction/ Review Article: https://maryandblake.com/outlander-season-8-episode-2-review-frank-is-the-best-thing-in-prophecies/ Explainer #1: https://maryandblake.com/why-is-frank-haunting-jamie-outlander-season-8-episode-2/ Explainer #2: https://maryandblake.com/what-is-captain-cunningham-really-doing-outlander-season-8-episode-2/ Outlander Season 8 Episode Guide: https://maryandblake.com/outlander-season-8-episode-guide/ Watch / subscribe on YouTube: https://youtu.be/88oVxa4LGb4 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgh-n-2Qw_5KNg_iyf74HMA?sub_confirmation=1 If you want to be part of the next listener feedback episode, send us a voicemail at maryandblake.com and follow us everywhere by searching Mary & Blake. Join The Nerd Clan: https://jointhenerdclan.com More from Mary & Blake: https://www.maryandblake.com

Today on Droughtlander Diaries Podcast, we're bringing you a special bonus episode because we had the absolute honor of interviewing one of our dream guests, Maria Doyle Kennedy, who you'll recognize as Jocasta Cameron on Outlander. Join us as we chat with her about her journey from growing up in Ireland to a career rooted in both music and acting, reflect on her time on Outlander and hear how she balances creativity with family life. It was a dream to chat with her and we hope you enjoy it! Follow Maria on InstagramMaria's WebsiteOutlander Tour in Scotland with Maria

In this episode of Outlander Cast, we break down Outlander Season 8 Episode 2, "Prophecies" — from Amy's shocking bear attack and Claire's heartbreaking inability to save her, to Captain Cunningham's suspiciously helpful hero turn, to the increasingly unsettling way Frank Randall is haunting Jamie Fraser from beyond the page. We also get into William's Ben Grey mystery, Ian and Rachel's baby boy, and why this episode feels like Outlander returning to the emotional engine that made the show great in the first place. Ratings Mary's Kilt Rating: 4.6/5 Blake's Kilt Rating: 4.1/5 Full spoilers for Outlander Season 8 Episode 2, "Prophecies." Episode Snapshot Amy is mauled to death by a bear while out with Brianna, Rachel, and Lizzie. Claire cannot save Amy, leading to one of the episode's most devastating scenes. Jamie organizes a bear hunt for vengeance — only for Cunningham to kill the bear first. Frank's book keeps haunting Jamie, especially once Benjamin Cleveland appears. William discovers that Ben Grey is not actually buried in Ben's grave. Ian and Rachel welcome a healthy baby boy. Also in this episode Why Frank is the best thing the show is doing right now Why Cunningham's Freemason monologue works in theory but not fully in execution Why the Claire / Jamie / Frank triangle still feels like the show's emotional core Why William finally has a story worth following Why Jamie's fear is really about Claire, not death Segments Included Cold open / bear attack banter Mini recap Kilt Ratings GBG — Good / Bad / Great Main analysis Five questions that have nothing to do with Outlander Outlandish Theory of the Week Listener feedback prompt Join The Nerd Clan Support the show and unlock bonus content, extra analysis, book club coverage, knee jerk reactions, and more at JoinTheNerdClan.com. Follow Mary & Blake YouTube Facebook Page Facebook Group Instagram X MaryAndBlake.com If you want the full Outlander Season 8 Episode 2 experience, make sure you also check out our review, our listener feedback episode, this week's fan reaction article, and both explainer pieces: Explainer #1 and Explainer #2. Every post connects back to our full Outlander Season 8 Episode Guide. Outlander Season 8 Coverage Outlander Season 8 Episode Guide Episode 8.02 Review Episode 8.02 Recap & Reaction Podcast Episode 8.02 Listener Feedback Where The Ridge Stands This Week Explainer #1 Explainer #2 Tell Us Your Rating(s) What's your Kilt Rating for "Prophecies"? Did Amy's death devastate you, or was the bear attack just so wildly Outlander that you had to laugh a little? Do you trust Cunningham? And do you think Frank's book is telling the truth — or is Frank still controlling Jamie and Claire from beyond the grave? Visit the Outlander Season 8 Episode Guide for episode reviews, recap podcasts, listener feedback episodes, fan reaction articles, and explainers. Slàinte Mhath.

Hi y'all - Allison and Julie got a lil' high and very much enjoyed watching Starz's Outlander, season eight episode one, "The Soul of a Rebel." Minus ONE THING, we loved it! Probably a lot of you agree? Aaaannyway, Patti, please enjoy us joking around and occasionally spouting some trenchant criticism. Confidential (not really) to David Berry....we love you. What books would we take through the stones back to the Revolutionary War? No paperbacks, of that we can assure you. Lots of love, Allison and Julie Photo courtesy of Starz

Hook The premiere is finally here, the fandom is fully activated, and the reactions are all over the map. In this listener feedback episode, Mary and Blake sort through the love, the frustration, the theories, and the very real end-of-an-era feelings surrounding Outlander Season 8 Episode 1, "Soul of a Rebel." Ratings Listener Kilt ratings in this episode generally land in the 4.0–4.7 range, even while many listeners still hammer the Faith storyline and debate whether the reunion beats really landed. Spoiler Warning Full spoilers for Outlander Season 8 Episode 1, "Soul of a Rebel," with discussion of prior-season storylines and listener theories. Episode Snapshot Mary and Blake open by talking about why final seasons hit differently — why endings matter, why fans get more intense when a story they've lived with for years starts heading toward the finish line, and why this premiere feels like Outlander's "senior year." Then they release the hounds and dive into reactions from Nerd Clan members, emails, Facebook comments, and voicemails. A lot of listeners loved being back on the Ridge, seeing Fergus and Marsali again, hearing the Skye Boat Song, getting the modern books in the past, and watching Lord John calmly and efficiently parent William into adulthood. But there is also one thing that seems to be uniting almost everyone: the Faith storyline is setting people off. Some think it undercuts one of the most devastating arcs the show has ever done. Others are willing to let it play out. And a few are already spinning wild theories about Claire's family, time travel, and how all of this may connect to the endgame. Also in this episode Why Mary sees Outlander's final season as the show's "senior year" Why Blake thinks endings give the whole journey meaning Why so many listeners are pushing back on the Faith storyline The split over the Ridge reunion: moving or underwhelming? Why Lord John continues to be the adult in every room Frank's eerie presence, BJR's haunt, and Jamie's reaction to the book Listener theories about Fanny, Claire's family, Master Raymond, and BomB connections A genuinely great new listener-feedback bit: "Conversations With My TV" Segments Included Opening final-season conversation Join The Nerd Clan reactions Email reactions Facebook comments Voicemails Final takeaways and outro NerdClan CTA Support the show and get all the bonus content at JoinTheNerdClan.com. If this podcast gives you joy, levity, or a place to obsess over Outlander with other nerds, it helps keep the lights on in the studio. That Patreon/community push is also part of the episode outro. Follow / Contact Website: MaryandBlake.com Patreon: JoinTheNerdClan.com Email: maryandblakemedia@gmail.com Voicemail: SpeakPipe.com/MaryAndBlake Socials: search Mary and Blake / Mary and Blake Media on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X The episode explicitly calls listeners to subscribe, follow on social, leave Apple Podcast reviews, email in, and join the Facebook group / Nerd Clan. Tell Us Your Rating What's your Kilt Rating for "Soul of a Rebel"? Did the premiere work for you as a homecoming, or did the Faith storyline overwhelm everything else? 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Sam Heughan joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss the eighth and final season of "Outlander," the series on which he played Jamie Fraser for twelve years across from Caitriona Balfe. Heughan also talks about his final day on set, the keys to on-screen chemistry, intimacy coordination, and much more. ... Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage's podcast, features intimate, in-depth conversations with today's most noteworthy film, television, and theater actors and creators. Full of both know-how and inspiration, In the Envelope airs bi-weekly to cover everything from practical advice on navigating the industry, to how your favorite projects are made and personal stories of success and failure alike. Join host Vinnie Mancuso, senior editor at Backstage, for this guide on how to live the creative life from those who are doing it every day: https://bit.ly/2OMryWQ ... Follow Backstage and In the Envelope on social media: - https://www.facebook.com/backstage - https://www.twitter.com/backstage - https://www.twitter.com/intheenvelope - https://www.instagram.com/backstagecast Looking to get cast? Subscribe here: www.backstage.com/subscribe Browse Backstage casting listings: https://bit.ly/3mth68e Special thanks to... - Host: Vinnie Mancuso - Producer: Jamie Muffett - Social media: Karen Jenkins, Sky Silverman - Design: Jay Pollino - Additional support: Kasey Howe, Suzy Woltmann, Jenn Zilioli

Droughtlander is officially over! The final season of Outlander has begun and we had the absolute honor of attending the Season 8 premiere in New York City. In this episode, we share what it was like to watch the first episode alongside fellow fans, cast, writers, and producers...it was truly an unforgettable experience! We also dive into the Season 8 premiere episode, “Soul of a Rebel,” breaking down our first reactions, favorite moments and everything that stood out as the final chapter of this incredible story begins!

Aye, it's a fine day for a new TVPL! We're traveling to the Scottish Highlands to look back on the pilot of Outlander, the fantasy romance series that will have you asking yourself “could I pull off a kilt?” This smash hit from Starz comes to us from the creator of Battlestar Galactica and the director of Rounders, the pairing we never knew we needed. It's an episode full of magic, mystery and way more Sex and the City references than we expected to make. Go dance in the moonlight this Samhain and be sure to subscribe to TV Pilot's License for more!Thanks To Riverside For Sponsoring The Pod! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click this link to learn more!⁠⁠⁠ Hosted By:Geoff KerbisMax Singer

Dr. Alex Dold, a literary scholar, historian, and unofficial “Dr. of Outlander,” joins Lexie to discuss her insights on how she blends literary scholarship and historical research, the challenges of researching an ongoing series, the importance of studying popular culture academically, and the essential role of books and public history. So tuck in your togas and hop aboard Trireme Transit for this week's exciting odyssey! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram or visit our website www.theozymandiasproject.com! Originally recorded January 28, 2026. Learn more about Dr. Dold: https://alexdold.com/ Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alex.dold.historian/ Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Alex-Dold-Historian/61583605072756/ Check out her chapters in the new academic volume on Outlander: https://luath.co.uk/products/outlander-and-scotland?srsltid=AfmBOorsHtSQxR6pMQ7uNDzNOCWmlL1h_BwFuW6KdkvAMnFRlyBSvoAT Custom music by Brent Arehart of Arehart Sounds and edited by Dan Maday. Want a transcript of the episode? Email us at theozymandiasprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we can provide one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#outlander For the last time, we get to declare that DROUGHTLANDER IS OVER!!! With mixed emotions, we discuss the beginning of the end with the season 8 premiere of Outlander.Jamie and Claire deal with a painful revelation regarding a past tragedy. Fanny starts to settle in as the Frasers travel back toward the Ridge. Jamie and Claire find the Ridge very different from when they left, including some interesting and unpleasant new neighbors. Reunions - expected and not - bring joy to the Frasers. Meanwhile, in Savannah, William continues to struggle with the trials of the past year, while also finding himself grieving once more. Jamie learns some disturbing news from an unexpected source.Mentioned in the show: Hanako discusses The Land Con US, an Outlander fan convention taking place October 3-4, 2026 in Austin, TX that she will be attending. Click ⁠this link⁠ to find out more information.Also mentioned: the Fandom Hybrid Podcast is nominated for an NYC Podcast Award in the "Best Entertainment and Pop Culture Podcast" category. There is a separate Audience Choice Award that YOU can vote for: just click this link and scroll to the "Best Entertainment and Pop Culture Podcast" category and vote for us! Voting is open until noon on March 12, 2026. More information here.

The final season opens the way a premiere probably should: with a big emotional homecoming, a whole lot of Ridge warmth, and just enough mess to remind you this show never lets anyone stay comfortable for long. Mary and Blake are thrilled to be back in Outlander with Bear McCreary, Fraser's Ridge, and all the familiar faces — but they also dig into the episode's biggest problem: the Faith thread, which feels less like elegant storytelling and more like the show getting a little too cute for its own good. Ratings Mary's Kilt Rating: 4.2 / 5 Blake's Kilt Rating: 3.8 / 5 Mary, who famously never goes easy on premieres, still lands pretty high here because the episode feels like a genuine homecoming. Blake's a little lower: he loves the Ridge reunion, Frank's presence, and the emotional texture of being back — but the "Faith of it all" drags the score down. Spoiler Warning Full spoilers for Outlander Season 8 Episode 1, "Soul of a Rebel." Episode Snapshot Jamie and Claire head back to Fraser's Ridge, and the premiere wisely leans into that sense of reunion. Everyone's back, the house is full, the hugs are doing heavy lifting, and for a little while the episode lets itself enjoy being home. But under all that comfort is a much stranger tension: Frank's book hangs over the story, Black Jack Randall echoes creep back in, William is spiraling hard, and the episode's big Faith twist raises way more questions than confidence. Add in creepy Cunningham energy and a mother who feels like the Wicked Witch of the West, and you've got a premiere that's emotionally rich, occasionally goofy, and definitely ready to start arguments. Also in this episode Why the beginning of the end is bittersweet — but still the right call for the show The Ridge reunion and why "homecoming" is the episode's saving grace Frank's book, Black Jack Randall echoes, and why Blake will never not care about Frank Mary's love for Bear McCreary's score and the updated Skye Boat Song The Faith twist, or as this podcast might call it: zombie baby vs. fake Faith William's self-destruction tour and why Lord John is basically his exhausted therapist Why the Cunningham stuff lands as creepy even when it borders on cartoonish Blake's wild theory that if the show really wanted to go for it, it would kill Jamie Listener feedback setup for the final season Segments Included Opening banter on the bittersweet joy of getting a real ending Mini recap Episode details Kilt ratings GBG: Good, Bad, Great Does this feel like a proper premiere? The Faith debate William and Lord John discussion Outlandish Theory of the Week Listener feedback callout Episode Details Title: Soul of a Rebel Director: Jan Matthys Writer: Sarah H. Haught This title is called out on the podcast as a nod to Frank's book, which naturally becomes one of the episode's biggest discussion points. #NerdClan  Want bonus episodes, extra coverage, and all the good nerdy stuff that goes way beyond the main feed? Join the Nerd Clan at JoinTheNerdClan.com and support everything Mary & Blake are building there. As they say on the episode, it's one of the biggest ways to help keep the podcast going strong through the final season. SUBSCRIBE TO OUTLANDER CAST: AN OUTLANDER PODCAST Apple Podcasts YouTube Spotify CONNECT WITH MARY & BLAKE  Like Our Facebook Page Join Our Facebook Group Join The #NerdClan Follow On Twitter  Follow On Instagram  And yes — written Apple Podcasts reviews still matter. A lot. Tell Us Your Rating(s) What's your kilt rating for "Soul of a Rebel"? Mary and Blake want all of it: Your kilt rating Your thoughts on the Faith twist Your take on William Your hottest Frank theory Whether this premiere felt like a win, a wobble, or both Leave a voicemail via maryandblake.com by clicking Contact Us in the upper-right corner and choosing voicemail. You can also email maryandblakemedia@gmail.com, or write in on Facebook / Instagram / wherever you listen. Listener feedback episodes are a huge part of Outlander Cast, especially now that this is the final season. Question of the week: Are you Team Zombie Baby or Team Fake Faith? UNLOCK BONUS EPISODES, PREMIUM PODCASTS & MORE -- www.JoinTheNerdClan.com Sign up  HERE for Blake's Book Club: DRUMS OF AUTUMN CHECK OUT THE BEST MERCH ON THE PLANET: THE MARY & BLAKE STORE Shop for all of our podcasts, sayings, and listener inspired designs in one easy place. 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We're back!!!!! It's time to get back to Frasers Ridge and guys we're glad to be. Spoilers for intro chat on House of the Dragon, Game of Thrones and Dunk and Egg. Beginning to 19 mins: Westoros World (Spoilers) Min 19 - End: Outlander S8 Ep1  Find Sarah on: Podcast Fandom Find Juwan on: Edit that Out Find Me on: Youtube

On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: Book festivals and new book podcast episodes Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: Revisiting the Currently Reading Press List Before We Go: our new segment featuring bookish friend posts and something Kaytee is curious about Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . :10 Bite Size Intro 2:01 - Currently Reading Press List 3:00 - Bookish Moments of the Week 3:23 - Tucson Festival of Books 3:54 - If you will be at TFOB, email Kaytee at kaytee @ currentlyreadingpodcast . com 5:17 - The Diving In podcast 6:28 - Current Reads 6:36 - Wreck by Catherine Newman (Kaytee) 6:49 - Sandwich by Catherine Newman 9:50 - Three Hours by Rosamund Lupton (Meredith, Blackwell's link) 12:58 - Fierce Kingdom by Gin Phillips 15:06 - The Distance Between Us by Reyna Grande (Kaytee) 15:14 - Kaytee's Instagram @notesonbookmarks 19:09 - Moon Blooded Breeding Clinic by C.M. Nascosta (Meredith) 19:18 - Morning Glory Milking Farm by C.M. Nascosta 25:21 - Love and Fury by Samantha Silva (Kaytee) 25:26 - The Novel Neighbor 26:32 - Mr. Dickens and His Carol by Samantha Silva 26:35 - CR Season 1: Episode 18 27:36 - You're Dead To Me podcast 28:46 - The Once and Future Queen by Paula Lafferty (Meredith) 30:16 - A Curse So Dark and Lonely by Brigid Kemmerer 32:39 - Outlander by Diana Gabaldon 32:40 - The Princess Bride by William Goldman 34:41 - Revisiting The Currently Reading Press List 34:58 - Currently Reading Press List 38:53 - The Righteous Mind by Jonathan Haidt 39:00 - Pansuit Politics podcast 42:06 - Matilda by Roald Dahl 42:52 - Death at Bishop's Keep by Robin Paige 43:21 - The Guncle by Steven Rowley 43:33 - The Yoga Store Murder by Dan Morse 43:48 - Disney War by James B. Stewart 43:52 - The Course of Love by Alain de Botton 44:08 - Shogun by James Clavell 44:28 - Dataclysm by Christian Rudder 44:39 - The Book of M by Peng Shepherd 44:51 - Life after Life by Kate Atkinson 45:11 - The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton 45:20 - The Vintage Teacup Club by Vanessa Greene 45:29 - A Curse So Dark and Lonely by Brigid Kemmerer 45:30 - Scythe by Neal Shusterman 45:36 - The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas 46:03 - My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, and Jodi Meadows 46:04 - My Plain Jane by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, and Jodi Meadows 46:09 - The Fact of a Body by Alexandria Marzano-Lesnevich 46:11 - The Paper Magician by Charlie Homberg 46:25 - The Shop on Blossom Street by Debbie Macomber 47:15 - Expecting Better by Emily Oster 47:26 - Bringing Up Bebe by Pamela Druckerman 50:14 - Before We Go Meredith highlights a bookish friend post 50:54 - The Unselected Journals of Emma M Lion by Beth Brower Kaytee brings something she's curious about 53:00 - Laura Tremaine's Substack 53:15 - 10 Things To Tell You podcast  55:13 - Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser 55:29 - Kin by Tayari Jones 55:37 - Whistler by Ann Patchett 55:51 - Land by Maggie O'Farrell   Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. March's IPL is brought by our lovely friends at An Unlikely Story in Plainville, MA. Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads | Substack | Youtube The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

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ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Lady Tan's Circle of Women, with friend of show Aris! ACOFAE welcomes back to the podcast friend of show, Aris, to discuss Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See. Celebrating International Women's Day (and month), Aris got to choose the book for this episode and what a choice she made! Laura Marie, Jessica Marie, and Aris are discussing all things plot related, with a focus on the friendships between the main character and the people in her orbit. Tan Yunxian is a female doctor in 15th century China and her story is one that is inspiring and educational. Set during a time when women bound their feet, gender inequality reigned, and Blood and blood are two different things, Lady Tan and her story are ripe for discussion and compassion. Celebrating women everyday, but especially now, ACOFAE and Aris are shining a light on women's fiction, women's stories, and women's lives. TW / CW: none to our awareness For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/ Spoilers: Lady Tan's Circle of Women, Bridgerton Mentions: Onyx Storm, Memoirs of a Geisha, Rise of the Phoenixes, Iron Widow, Heavenly Tyrant, Project Hail Mary, Outlander, Wuthering Heights *Thank you for listening to us! Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review and follow us on Instagram at @ACOFAEpodcast and on our TikToks! TikTok: ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie ( https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaelaura) ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica) Instagram: @ACOFAEpodcast https://www.instagram.com/acofaepodcast/ @ACOFAELaura https://www.instagram.com/acofaelaura/

Llega podcaster y nos hemos decidido por un podcast recopilatorio para llegar preparados a la temporada final. Disfruta con Mónica y Patri de esta previa a la despedida que viviremos dentro de pocas semanas de una serie que se ha convertido en historia de la televisión.

ARE YOU REEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAADDDDDYYYY????!!?!?! We can't believe it, but here we are at the beginning of the end for Starz's Outlander. Allison and Julie take you through the Starz official season 8 trailer frame by frame. Use this link if you want to follow along, Please enjoy! Lots of love, Allison and Julie Photo courtesy of Starz

Alex Zalben, Editor of Comic Book Club, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to discuss the latest in television, entertainment, and streaming. Alex provides details on Guy Ritchie’s ‘Young Sherlock’ series, Netflix’s ‘Vladimir’, the final season of ‘Outlander’, ‘The Lincoln Lawyer’, ‘Will Trent’, a new show starring Steve Carell, and more.

Our special OUTLANDER week continues with another flashback -- this time to Caitriona Balfe's very first appearance on the show back in 2016. All about her beginnings as a model and actress to landing the role of a lifetime with OUTLANDER. SUPPORT THE SHOW BY SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! NordVPN -- EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nordvpn.com/hsc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Saily --

The Outlander audience is massive, and I learned that firsthand when I chatted with Caitríona Balfe, who plays Claire in the beloved, long-running Starz series. The response to that conversation, and to the show itself, was overwhelming. So I started wondering: who is the person who truly understands this fandom from the inside out? Turns out, she exists, and her name is Reshma Gopaldas. Reshma is a writer and podcaster who has been covering Outlander for years. If you haven't read her interviews with Caitríona and Sam Heughan in Vogue, do yourself a favor and click the link below. She joined me to talk about the series, its fandom and why the show connects with people in such a singular way. With the final season coming to Starz, there's no better time to listen. Listen to my chat with Caitríona Balfe: https://www.newsweek.com/entertainment/outlanders-caitriona-balfe-bids-farewell-a-quarter-of-our-lives-11537618 Follow Reshma on Substack: https://substack.com/@reshmago Follow Reshma on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReshmaGo Read her Vogue feature: https://www.vogue.com/article/caitriona-balfe-sam-heughan-outlander-season-8-interview Subscribe to my newsletter: https://for-the-culture.beehiiv.com Follow me: https://linktr.ee/halanscott See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Analizamos sin spoilers la octava y última temporada de Outlander, la serie que durante más de una década ha acompañado a millones de espectadores a través de viajes en el tiempo, guerras, romances imposibles y decisiones que cambian el curso de la historia. En estos minutos repasamos cómo arranca esta temporada final, el regreso a Fraser's Ridge, la evolución de Jamie y Claire en un momento clave de sus vidas y el equilibrio entre drama histórico, emoción familiar y los elementos más fantásticos que siempre han definido la serie. También reflexionamos sobre el tono de despedida, el ritmo contenido de los primeros episodios y las incógnitas que deja abiertas este inicio. Una mirada personal, cercana y sin destripes al principio del fin de una de las historias más queridas de la televisión reciente. Únete a nuestro chat de telegram en el que miles de personas hablamos cada día de series: - Telegram – Grupo de debate: https://telegram.me/fueradeseries - Telegram – Canal de noticias: https://t.me/noticiasfds Síguenos en nuestras plataformas y podcast sobre series: - Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast/fuera-de-series/id288039262 - Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3RTDss6AAGjSNozVOhDNzX?si=700febbf305144b7&nd=1 - iVoox - https://www.ivoox.com/podcast-fuera-series_sq_f12063_1.html Redes Sociales - Twitter: https://twitter.com/fueradeseries - Facebook: https://facebook.com/fueradeseries - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fueradeseries/ - Youtube: https://youtube.com/fueradeseries Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode dives into the emotional, time‑bending, and legacy‑defining final season of Outlander. Through intimate conversations with cast and creators, we explore how the series closes its epic journey while staying true to its themes of love, resilience, and the consequences of altering history.

Lori's TV Guide report is packed this week: Outlander returns for its final season, Rachel Zoe is saving The Real Housewives, and the buzz around the Netflix series Vladimir. Julia watched Paul McCartney: Man on the Run — twice! — while we celebrate the incredible career of Neil Sedaka. Plus: Pink claps back and sparks rumors she could replace Kelly Clarkson on TV, words to live by from Liza Minnelli, and a surprising Hollywood flashback involving Christina Applegate and Brad Pitt. We also talk Michael Douglas and his upcoming memoir Raw, the unprecedented winning streak of The Pitt, PR advice for Justin Timberlake, and the classic lesson of the Streisand Effect. There's also a heartfelt reaction to the latest Elvis Presley film, a random thought on bell peppers, and this week's book picks: Gutshot Straight by Lou Berney, And There He Kept Her by Joshua Moehling, and Lori's next read, A Marriage at Sea.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TODAY Digital Executive Editor Arianna Davis breaks down the latest trends going viral on social media in a segment called ‘The Feed.' Christa Miller stops by to discuss her dual role on ‘Shrinking' and becoming a recent empty nester. Plus, Sam Heughan joins to share details on the eighth and final season of ‘Outlander.' And, style expert Melissa Garcia shares how to pull off one of the biggest fashion trends right now — lace — at any age. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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The end of OUTLANDER is at hand but no tears today! We are celebrating the final season by looking back and digging into the archives with Josh's first Happy Sad Confused with Sam Heughan a decade ago! Enjoy this 2016 gem and reminisce with us. SUPPORT THE SHOW BY SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! NordVPN -- EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nordvpn.com/hsc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Saily --

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Welcome back to Bubbles Mushrooms - a podcast that is on the Internet. This week, Nate Skarunch is back again and he's our number one viewer. Nate is one of the only guys that has broadcasted with us in every studio we have ever recorded in. First off, we get a doggy update, Katie explores her new life as a college student, reflect on the life of some guy named Dilbert, we discuss our favorite teachers or yore & Nate gets to look at some pictures from the Internet. This week's game time activity is all about the TV box. Hear about all of our show that we like and dislike. See if you hate that My Name is Earl got canceled. See if Nate likes the Simpsons. Find out what Edward's favorite channel is. See if you like Outlander as much as Jaclyn does! Thanks for listening to Bubbles Mushrooms.

If you're a travel advisor looking to confidently sell Ireland, Scotland, England, and Wales — or wondering how to finally start using AI in your travel business — this episode is for you. Lindsay sits down with Kate Thomas, founder of North & Leisure (a boutique Ireland & UK DMC) and Travel Pro Theory, to talk about: • What a Destination Management Company (DMC) actually is • How DMCs help travel advisors create customized, high-end itineraries • Budget guidelines for Ireland & UK travel (including high season pricing) • Selling multi-gen, fandom (Outlander, Harry Potter), and first-time international trips • When to use self-drive vs. driver-guide experiences • How to start marketing Ireland & the UK to your ideal clients Kate also shares tactical ways travel advisors can leverage AI tools like ChatGPT to: • Write newsletters and social captions faster • Improve client itineraries with personalized touches • Use Deep Research for destination and marketing insights • Build custom GPTs to streamline repetitive tasks If you want to sell more Europe travel and reclaim hours in your week, press play. Connect with Lindsay: https://www.lindsaydollinger.com https://www.facebook.com/lindsay.dollinger https://www.lindsaydollinger.com/membership Connect with Kate: 10 AI prompts every travel pro should have https://travelprotheory.kit.com/referral-prompts www.travelprotheory.com https://www.instagram.com/travelprotheory/ Join her newsletter here: https://join.travelprotheory.com/ccf0bfff/ If you love the show please subscribe and share it with a friend!

Full spoilers for Outlander: Blood of My Blood Season 1 Episode 6 — "Birthright." This one is a lot: a superstition-soaked birth episode that's impressively made… and still wildly uncomfortable. We break down Julia's labor under "punishment" framing, Davina's POV shift, Henry's grief spiral with Sema, and why Arch Bug's "human moment" might be pure manipulation. Kilt Ratings: Mary — 3.9 | Blake — 2.5 BomB Impact: 0/5 (for us, it doesn't really enrich Outlander proper)   What we cover: The episode's core vibe: "uncomfortable" (and why that matters) Julia's labor + the show's superstition/mob energy Davina's POV: accusation → defense (and why it mostly works) Henry + Sema: grief spiral, reality-slip, and the line between heartbreak and betrayal Arch Bug: the mask slips The candlelight + cake scene (best palate cleanser) Good / Bad / Great + listener feedback Send in listener feedback: Leave a comment wherever you're listening Or leave us a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/MaryandBlake Join the NerdClan (bonus content + support): https://jointhenerdclan.com Subscribe & follow: Website: https://www.maryandblake.com Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/outlander-cast-the-outlander-podcast-with-mary-blake/id907466068 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2mTWo46yZxtZThyxxSjpYD Slàinte Mhath.

Listen right here Bridgerton Season 4 Episode 2  recap & reaction (“Time Transfixed”) from Mary & Blake — a rewind that finally makes Sophie the protagonist, a door-crack almost-meet that hurts in the best way, and a Queen/Danbury/Brimsley triangle that hits like a gut punch. Plus: glove logic, “Lord Peepee Penwood,” and why Benedict is the universe's cutest doofus. Cups of Tea Ratings: Mary 4.7 | Blake 4.0 Spoilers: Full episode spoilers ahead. Subscribe to Receive the Latest Bridgerton Episodes APPLE PODCASTS SPOTIFY YOUTUBE Episode Snapshot Mary and Blake break down Bridgerton 4.02, “Time Transfixed” — directed by Jafar Mahmood and written by Atsya Squire — and why this episode feels like the season's first real “click.” We dig into the Sophie-first storytelling, the romantic pressure-cooker of that almost-reveal, the show's surprisingly smart sound/edit choices, and the big question hovering over Penwood House: is Lady Penwood lying about the will? What We Cover The rewind structure — why Sophie's POV turns “Cinderella” from fate into agency The door-crack almost-reveal — the heartbeat sound design and why the moment lands as real romance Glove logic + Benedict's doofus era — why he still doesn't look inside the glove (and why we're yelling at the screen) Lord Penwood + Lady Penwood — illegitimate-child fallout, “Lord Peepee Penwood,” and the will that feels very, very fake Upstairs/downstairs Penwood House energy — why the season gets better the more time we spend below the stairs Posey: comedic MVP — the window-bonk gag and the “feet turn into hands” dream exchange Whistledown in the family group chat — Benedict using Penelope's paper, Violet clocking it, and the trouble coming next Queen Charlotte + Danbury + Brimsley — the apology, the power dynamics, and why it hits even harder post–Queen Charlotte Music Used Taylor Swift — “Enchanted” (cover) We talk about why this placement works here (and not at the masquerade): it's a song about almost-touching the truth… while the moment stays blocked. Join the #NerdClan Unlock bonus episodes, book clubs, live hangouts, and more: JoinTheNerdClan.com Follow Mary & Blake Like Our Facebook Page Join Our Facebook Group Join The #NerdClan Follow On X Follow On Instagram Tell Us Your Cup of Tea Rating Drop your Cups of Tea rating (1–5) in the comments — and tell us: did you buy the almost-recognition moment? Also: is Lady Penwood lying about the will? Bridgerton Season 4 Episode 2 recap

Alex Zalben, Editor of Comic Book Club, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to discuss the latest in television, entertainment, and streaming. Zalben talks The Pitt, Outlander, and more.

***Starting with Season 5, Sassenachs Rewind will move to our show, Unqualified Opinions!***Good grief, Brianna kept her mouth shut for all the wrong reasons and now everyone gets to pay the price?! But at least we're heading back to River Run to see Aunt Jocasta!Follow all of the Stranded Panda network shows at strandedpanda.com.Find Ashley on Bill and Ashley's Terror Theater.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bill-ashleys-terror-theater/id1630376625Find Hayley at The Source Pages Podcast.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/source-pages-a-reading-collective-andor/id1573495735Follow Ash and Hayley at Unqualified Opinions.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unqualified-opinions/id1841879115

Hailey Beaupre, also known as The Sassenach Historian, is an American who moved to Scotland to become a historical and pop culture tour guide. She recounts her journey from a small-town Connecticut upbringing to becoming a Scottish history tour guide, inspired by a childhood fascination with the Titanic and a pivotal visit to Scotland. She discusses the intricacies of juggling an education career, a passion for history, the impact of Outlander on Scottish tourism, and the challenges of starting her own tour company. Additionally, she delves into her upcoming book project about a historical witch in Scotland, blending fictional storytelling with historical context. The conversation touches on the importance of preserving heritage sites amid increased tourism, the practicalities of moving abroad, the economics of the tourism industry, and the personal fulfilment found in guiding others through Scotland's rich history.Originally recorded December 19, 2025.Learn more about Hailey and her tours: https://sassenachhistorian.com/ Follow her FB page: https://www.facebook.com/p/Sassenach-Historian-Tours-100089200463277/Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sassenachhistorian/?hl=enSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheOzymandiasProject Custom music by Brent Arehart of Arehart Sounds and edited by Dan Maday. Want a transcript of the episode? Email us at theozymandiasprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we can provide one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Audio courtesy of Starz In this special episode of Byte, Tony brings together the cast of Outlander for a heartfelt, spirited, and often hilarious conversation as they answer fan questions and reflect on the journey to their final season. This isn't just a press stop — it's a gathering of a family looking back on a decade of storytelling, connection, and time‑bending adventure.

It's time for a family reunion, but what's a family without a few secrets?Follow all of the Stranded Panda network shows at strandedpanda.com.Find Ashley on Bill and Ashley's Terror Theater.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bill-ashleys-terror-theater/id1630376625Find Hayley at The Source Pages Podcast.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/source-pages-a-reading-collective-andor/id1573495735Follow Ash and Hayley at Unqualified Opinions.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unqualified-opinions/id1841879115

This week on Droughtlander Diaries Podcast, we were joined by Kristin Atherton, who portrays Jenny Fraser Murray on Outlander and is the new narrator of the Outlander book series.Since we last spoke nearly two years ago, her episodes have aired and she's recorded a large portion of the beloved books, so we had lots to catch up on! We talk about stepping into Jenny's shoes, behind-the-scenes moments from set, her audiobook process, accents, and more! Plus, I couldn't let her go without congratulating her on her Audie nomination.If you'd like to hear more about Kristin's background and journey into acting, be sure to check out Diary Entry #15.We're so excited for you to hear this one!Follow Kristin on Instagram

Caitriona Balfe reflects on the final season of the STARZ epic historical drama Outlander, bidding farewell to Claire, and to Sam Heughan's Jamie Fraser after spending a “quarter of our lives” on the show. Subscribe to my newsletter: https://for-the-culture.beehiiv.com Follow me: https://linktr.ee/halanscott See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

#920. Before Outlander, Sophie Skelton was working night shifts, facing rejection, and waiting on an audition she wouldn't hear back about for nearly a year! Then came the trip to Los Angeles where everything went wrong — and the moment that would CHANGE HER LIFE!In this deeply honest conversation, Sophie opens up about the discipline that shaped her, the pressure of carrying an iconic role for nearly a decade, and the self-doubt that didn't disappear when success finally arrived.She also shares the emotional responsibility of stepping into a real woman's life in her new film, I Can Only Imagine 2, and why some stories stay with you long after the cameras stop rolling.This episode is about risk, resilience, and what happens when you trust yourself before anyone else does!If you're LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below! PLUS, FOLLOW OUR PODCAST INSTAGRAM HERE!Thank you to our Sponsors! Check out these AMAZING deals!Covergirl: Go the distance with COVERGIRL's new Eye Enhancer Wrap Tubing Mascara for a lash extension effect. Shop at your nearest retailer now. Only from Easy, Breezy, Beautiful COVERGIRL.comBoll & Branch: Get 15% off your first order plus free shipping at bollandbranch.com/vine15, code vine15 to unlock 15% off. Exclusions apply.Bombas: Head over to Bombas.com/VINE and use code VINE for 20% off your first purchase.Momentous: Right now, Momentous is offering our listeners up to 35% off your first order with promo code VINE when you head to livemomentous.com.Apartments.com: The Place to find a place!EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: (06:15) Sophie shares how being forced into ballet at age two shaped her discipline and resilience.(15:21) Why she chose acting with no backup plan — even when everyone told her not to.(23:22) She waited nearly a year after auditioning for Outlander — and refused to watch the show during that time.(25:46) The chaotic audition trip where everything went wrong — but changed her life.(52:25) Sophie reveals she still doesn't know how Outlander ends.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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hellooo CHATTTT!!!! this week we had Drew explain more tv shows/movies (she hasn't seen, obviously!) to Deison and this one was....A LOT lol in this episode we talked about Drew's most recent comment section debacles, which is Deison's favorite movie in the Fast & The Furious franchise, and what Drew thinks happens in the show "Outlander" !DREW'S BOOK IS OFFICIALLY AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE YOU CAN PURCHASE BOOKS!! GO GET IT!!!!For extra fun silly zoomie-filled content, JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP!!! Visit patreon.com/twoidiotgirls for more info!!!FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM & TIKTOK :P@_twoidiotgirls | @deisonafualo | @drewafualoTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/twoidiotgirls #rulapodSave 20% Off Honeylove by going to honeylove.com/TWOIDIOTGIRLS! #honeylovepodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Good Food Podcast, host Samuel Goldsmith welcomes Sam Heughan, well-known for his role as Jamie Fraser in the hit series Outlander. Sam shares his deep connection to Scotland, his love for Scottish single malt whiskey, and the inspiration behind his brand, The Spirit of Home. The conversation delves into Sam's recent experiences playing Macbeth at the RSC, his hotel dining habits, and his culinary enthusiasts paired with an affinity for cocktails. Sam also discusses his passion for fitness, his travel adventures, and his distillery, The Galloway Distillery, which produces award-winning spirits. The episode concludes with quickfire questions, revealing Sam's favorite dishes, culinary confessions, and much more, offering a fascinating blend of food, culture, and storytelling. Sam Heughan is a Scottish actor, producer and author, best known for his starring role as Jamie Fraser in the globally acclaimed television series Outlander. Born in Dumfries and Galloway, he trained at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama before building a career across theatre, film and television. Beyond acting, Heughan is the co-founder of the spirits brand Sassenach, an endurance athlete, and a committed philanthropist through his charity initiative My Peak Challenge. He is also a New York Times bestselling author and a passionate advocate for Scottish culture, food and drink. His latest book The Cocktail Diaries is out now. Subscribers to the Good Food app via the App Store get the show ad-free, plus regular bonus content. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: Kaytee's San Francisco bookstore adventure and Meredith's Wolf Hall slow read Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: Boss My TBR - helping two listeners prioritize their reading stacks Before We Go: our new segment featuring bookish friend posts and TBR triage Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). .  .  .  :10 Bite Size Intro 1:04 - Currently Reading on Youtube 2:39 - Bookish Moments of the Week 3:13 - City Lights Bookstore 5:00 - Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel  5:35 - Footnotes and Tangents 07:53 - Current Reads 8:01 - History Lessons by Zoe B. Wallbrook (Kaytee) 11:18 - Sarah's Bookshelves Live 11:52 - Sphere by Michael Crichton (Meredith) 14:21 - Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton 15:58 - The Andromeda Strain by Michael Crichton 16:02 - Timeline by Michael Crichton 16:15 - Outlander by Diana Gabaldon 16:34 - Eager: The Surprising, Secret Life of Beavers and Why They Matter by Ben Goldfarb (Kaytee) 22:12 - The Sleeper Lies by Andrea Mara (Meredith, Blackwell's link) 24:01 - All Her Fault by Andrea Mara 26:11 - Someone in the Attic by Andrea Mara 26:12 - The Other Side of the Wall by Andrea Mara (Blackwell's link) 26:54 - The Dutch House by Ann Patchett (Kaytee) 28:25 - CR Season 2: Episode 22 when Kayytee first brought The Dutch House 29:20 - Commonwealth by Ann Patchett 31:48 - Tom Lake by Ann Patchett 33:30 - Snap by Belinda Bauer (Meredith) 37:30 - Boss My TBR 38:11 - Gretchen's Stack For Whom the Belle Tolls by Jaysea Lynn When the Stars Go Dark by Paula McLain Bride by Ali Hazelwood A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers A Prayer for the Crown-Shy by Becky Chambers Gilded by Marissa Meyer 39:29 - Field Day Books and Bottles 39:35 - Cannon Beach Book Company 43:09 - Lauren's Stack I, Medusa by Ayana Gray Meet the Newmans by Jennifer Niven Fear and Fury by Heather Ann Thompson Leviathan Wakes by James S.A. Corey Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman 44:26 - Fabled Bookshop 44:49 - Blood in the Water by Heather Ann Thompson 48:32 - Before We Go Meredith highlights bookish friend posts from the Facebook group 50:08 - Democracy Awakening by Heather Cox Richardson 50:13 - On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder 51:39 - Nothing Much Happens podcast 52:57 - Currently Reading Patreon 53:14 - Hench by Natalie Zina Walschots 53:39 - Timeline by Michael Crichton Kaytee's TBR Triage: Kaytee brings a book that has been on her TBR for a long time and decides whether to keep and read, or remove from her TBR. 54:28 - The Sinister Booksellers of Bath (Foyles link) 54:31 - Foyle's 54:56 - The Left-Handed Booksellers of London by Garth Nix (Foyles link) Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. February's list is a special romance curated list from Open Door Romance, The Novel Neighbor's Romance adjacent bookstore in Plainville, MA. Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

Listen right here Bridgerton Season 4, Episode 1 (“The Waltz”) recap & reaction from Mary & Blake — Violet's masquerade ball, Benedict's Lady in Silver moment, the Cinderella engine powering the premiere, and why the final beat lands like a quiet acting mic-drop. Cups of Tea: Mary 4.5 / Blake 4.01 (yes, we did that on purpose) Spoilers: Full episode spoilers ahead. Subscribe to Receive the Latest Bridgerton Episodes APPLE PODCASTS SPOTIFY YOUTUBE Episode Snapshot Mary and Blake break down Bridgerton 4.01, “The Waltz” — a premiere that's equal parts fairy tale and social chess. We dig into what the episode is setting up, what it's borrowing (on purpose), and what surprised us most about the emotional math. What We Cover Masquerade ball energy — why it's the perfect “Season 4 is here” re-entry Benedict + the Lady in Silver — the show's romantic hook (and what we think it's promising) Cinderella beats — how the episode uses them without feeling like a parody Penelope post-Whistledown — the new reality of power, reputation, and consequence The Queen's role — pressure, spectacle, and the cost of being “chosen” Lady Tremaine + the stepsisters — what's working already… and what we're side-eyeing Music Used Coldplay (cover) Usher (cover) Third Eye Blind (cover) We talk about why these choices land (or don't), and what they're trying to say about the characters in the moment. Join the #NerdClan Unlock bonus episodes, book clubs, live hangouts, and more: JoinTheNerdClan.com Follow Mary & Blake Like Our Facebook Page Join Our Facebook Group Join The #NerdClan Follow On X Follow On Instagram Tell Us Your Cup of Tea Rating Drop your Cups of Tea rating (1–5) and your biggest take in the comments — and if you've got a prediction for where Benedict's story is going, we want it. Slàinte Mhath. CHECK OUT THE BEST MERCH ON THE PLANET AT: THE MARY & BLAKE STORE Shop for all of our podcasts, sayings, and listener inspired designs in one easy place. FOLLOW ALL OF OUR PODCASTS AT MARY & BLAKE: This Is Us Too: A This Is Us Podcast The Pokemon Pokedex With Rhys & Felicity: A Pokemon Podcast The Percy Jackson Prophecy: A Percy Jackson Podcast The MCU Diaries: Essays On Marvel Television Podcast Bridgerton With Mary & Blake: A Bridgerton Podcast Keep Calm And Crown On: The Crown Podcast Minute With Mary: A Younique Network Marketing Podcast Rise Up!: A Hamilton Podcast The Leftovers Podcast: The Living Reminders The North Remembers: A Game Of Thrones Podcast Wicked Rhody: A Podcast About Rhode Island Events and Life You've Been Gilmored: A Gilmore Girls Podcast

Lord John reappears to our great delight, and he and Claire have it out. Brianna travels through the stones and Roger follows.Follow all of the Stranded Panda network shows at strandedpanda.com.Find Ashley on Bill and Ashley's Terror Theater.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bill-ashleys-terror-theater/id1630376625Find Hayley at The Source Pages Podcast.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/source-pages-a-reading-collective-andor/id1573495735Follow Ash and Hayley at Unqualified Opinions.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unqualified-opinions/id1841879115

Jamie accepts a huge tract of land from the British while agreeing to their conditions. Claire experiences a great injustice to a friend.Follow all of the Stranded Panda network shows at strandedpanda.com.Find Ashley on Bill and Ashley's Terror Theater.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bill-ashleys-terror-theater/id1630376625Find Hayley at The Source Pages Podcast.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/source-pages-a-reading-collective-andor/id1573495735Follow Ash and Hayley at Unqualified Opinions.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unqualified-opinions/id1841879115

WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT'S UUUUPPPPP? Allison and Julie got together to watch and react to (one of?) the Outlander season 8 teaser trailers, and the new opening credits as sung by the great Annie Lennox. Looking to be "in" next season - bees. Pointing a gun at Coinface? OUT. Here are links to the Starz official teaser we're talking about, and s8 opening credits. And don't forget to check out Feminist Cross-Stitch! Back, back, back again - Allison and Julie Photo courtesy of Starz

Claire struggles to balance her modern sensibilities and values during the time of America becoming a developed nation. Brianna and Roger road trip to North Carolina for a Scottish Festival.Follow all of the Stranded Panda network shows at strandedpanda.com.Find Ashley on Bill and Ashley's Terror Theater.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bill-ashleys-terror-theater/id1630376625Find Hayley at The Source Pages Podcast.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/source-pages-a-reading-collective-andor/id1573495735Follow Ash and Hayley at Unqualified Opinions.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unqualified-opinions/id1841879115