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Send us Fan MailIn Episode 255 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah share some analog friendly loving latelies to continue to help you stay off your phone this summer and cure your brain rot! We also share some thoughts on new books that have released recently, as well as some thoughts on tropes we love, book tropes we hate, book tropes we anticipate being popular as well as the ones that are already buzzing around in the publishing world.If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all for just $5 a month.Loving Lately@Tabletopfamily (T)These Books Will Heal Your Brain Rot (H)Latest ReadOpen Wide | Jessica Gross (T)The Night Tiger | Yangsze Choo (H)Book Talk + Books We Missed Out OnBuffalo Hunter HunterCoffin MoonTrad Wife | Saratoga Schaefer (T)Nothing Tastes as Good | Luke DumasTropesick  | Lauren Okie (H)Dissection of a Murder | Jo Murray (T) The Fountain | Casey Scieszka (H)Shelf AdditionBack Stabbers | Eliza Jabore (T)They All Fall in Love at the End | Haili Blassingame (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 254 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah share their thoughts on Japanese Gothic, their community read for May. They also share thoughts on books from the past they feel they missed out on, as well as chat through what they think about when they consider what it means to "miss out" on books.If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelyMonthly Meal Planning (T)Monitor Clip on Fan (H)Latest ReadJapanese Gothic | Kylie Lee Baker (T+H)Book Talk + Books We Missed Out OnBuckeyeAtmosphereDemon Copperhead | Barbara KingsolverLessons in Chemistry | Bonnie GarmusJane Eyre | Charlotte Bronte1984 | George OrwellThe Last Party | AR Torre (T)Buffalo Hunter Hunter | Stephen Graham Jones (H)Still Life | Louise Penny (T)The Deal | Elle Kennedy (H)Shelf AdditionNerve Damage | Annakeara Stinson (T)Liars Dice | Juliet Faithfull (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

The rules you're living by might not be real, but they might be running your life. Amy and Ashley have a powerful conversation about permission, identity, and the invisible rulebooks that keep high achievers, people pleasers, and perfectionists stuck. Together, they unpack how self-imposed rules show up in careers, relationships, entrepreneurship, and the stories we tell ourselves about who we are allowed to become. From leaving behind old definitions of success to recognizing when busyness, people-pleasing, or perfectionism are actually protection mechanisms, Amy and Ashley challenge listeners to pause, question the rules, and start choosing action over overthinking. This episode is a call to stop living by scripts that no longer serve you and begin rewriting your life with more courage, clarity, and power.   Additional Resources: Connect with Ashley on LinkedIn Subscribe to Ashley's Substack Newsletter! Subscribe to Conscious Habit on YouTube! Join the "Conscious Conversations" Community! Connect with Amy on LinkedIn Learn more about Conscious Habit Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network   Key Takeaways: The rules you follow may be self-created. Awareness can feel painful before it liberates. Overthinking often protects you from action. Your identity can keep you stuck. Action helps rewrite old internal scripts.  

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 253 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah are joined by Phoebe Wright from @readandwright on bookstagram, and bookseller at Alice, Ever After in Buffalo, New York. We talk all things romance, pop culture, and of course, books! We hope you enjoy our lively, casual conversation and that your TBR stack grows taller for your summer reading.If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelyNeck Cream (T)Susan Lee Skin Care Recs (Phoebe)Real Housewives of Rhode IslandJamie Attenberg 1000 words of summerLatest Read & Books MentionedThe Echo Wife | Sarah Gailey (T)Tropesick | Lauren Okie (H)Nesting | Roisin O'Donnell (H)Other Books Mentioned - (Please make sure you're supporting Alice Ever After on Bookshop.org if you decide to purchase any of the following books!)Devney Perry BooksThis Story Might Save Your Life | Tiffany CrumThe Magic Treehouse BooksOur Guncle | Stephen RowleyDory Fantasmagory | Abby Hanlon (2nd-4th Grade)Dogman & Captain UnderpantsDragon Master Series | Tracy WestThe Princess in Black | Shannon HaleMail Duck | Erica SirotichBuffalo Fluffalo | Bess KalbSandwich and Wreck | Catherine NewmanNobody Tells You This But Me | Bess Kalb The Correspondent | Virginia EvansYesteryear | Caro Claire BurkeProject Hail Mary | Andy WierLegendborn | Tracy DionGood Girls Guide to Murder | Holly JacksonThe Guncle | Stephen RowleySamantha, the Next Chapter | Fiona DavisIf Not You | Ellen O'CloverSunflower Season | Danica NavaWhistler | Ann PatchetHollywood Ending | John GreenShelf AdditionsMarion: A Novel | Leah Rowen (T)If Not You | Ellen O'Clover (P)Flashlight | Susan Choi (H)@Aliceeverafterbooks on socialAliceeverafter.com@readandwright on socialThank you for listening and supporting the show!Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

Surprise, you're getting a VPR Takeover bonus episode this week and this one is packed with romance books, chaotic energy, Disney tangents, hockey romance, and alien otter research.This week we're hanging out with romance author Jenn Chipman, she writes heroes who fall first, fall hard, and fully spiral over their women, aka exactly what we live for around here.If you love: Romance books  Romance author interviews  Bookish podcasts  Hockey romance  Workplace romance  Enemies to lovers  Friends with benefits  Heroes who fall first  Interconnected standalone series  Chaos-filled book discussions  Unhinged reader conversations …then welcome home, bestie. Follow Jenn Chipman on InstagramBuy Jenn Chipman BooksJenn Chipman Website..Apply to be a Guest on our showSign up for our Substack Newsletter..Support Our Show (May Include Affiliate Links)Amazon Product Links (Books, Shows, Products mentioned)Sponsorship or Ad Affiliate InquiriesWell Read Candle Company - WhatTheSmut10 saves you $$Audible Free TrialKindle Unlimited Free Trial..Where to Find UsWe are the most active on InstagramWhatTheSmutPodcastCortneyMarySend us a DM, because we would love to hear from YOU!Send us a voice noteWell Read Candle Co10% Off WHATTHESMUT10 Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 252 of Book Talk, Etc. Tina and Hannah share their 20 most anticipated summer releases. They also share what they've been loving lately, their latest reads, and chat about how they built their summer reading lists.If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelyCountertop Ice Maker - Govee (T)Murdle Mystery Puzzle Activity Book (H)Latest ReadFive | Ilona Bannister (T)One Star Romance | Laura Hankin (H)SUMMER BONANZAPlant Lady | Minyoung KangHelpness | Jessica KnollLittle Wonder | Sophie Chen KellerTake What You Can | Naima CosterThe Spin | Faith GardnerEverything to the SeaThe Open Era | Edward SchmidtThe Great Wherever | Shannon SandersFamous Men | Julie BuntinKeep Them Close | David EllisNothing to My Name | Kangkang Li KovacsHeart of Glass | Jennifer HillierTropesick | Lauren OkieThe Secret Dinner | Raphael MontezWhistler | Ann PatchettThe Windsor Affair | Melanie BenjaminThe Children | Melissa AlbertThe Lowe Job | Grace AlexanderLand | Maggie O'FarrellStrangers Behind Closed Doors | Catherine Adel WestCurrent ReadsTrad Wife | Saratoga Schaefer (T)Nesting | Roisin O'Donnell (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

Welcome back, Book Nerds! This week we're bringing the chaos straight to Nashville because we're talking all things Smutmas in the Smokies 2026 — the romance author signing event happening July 17-18 in Nashville, TN… and yes, What the Smut will officially be there as a vendor!We're joined by our Booksta bestie Jess from @thebookishclaus, the mastermind behind Smutmas in the Smokies, and y'all… this episode is packed with romance books, author event chaos, unhinged thoughts, and all the bookish shenanigans you expect from us.We dive into: The lineup of romance authors, narrators, and vendors coming to Smutmas Sports romance, forced proximity, fake dating, and favorite romance tropes Why Hallmark movies are elite comfort viewing Parenting feral children while surviving on caffeine and delusion Why people driving slow in the left lane should absolutely move over immediatelyJess also shares behind-the-scenes details about building a first-year romance book signing event, supporting indie romance authors, and creating a space where readers can discover new-to-them authors, narrators, and vendors.If you love: Romance books Bookish podcasts Indie romance authors Sports romance Forced proximity & one bed tropes Bookstagram chaos Christmas in July vibes…then this episode was made for you.Smutmas in the Smokies Details:

When you've done everything "right," the title, the success, the status, but still feel off course, what comes next? In this raw and revealing kickoff to the Not Sorry series on Conscious Conversations, Amy welcomes her new thought partner, Dr. Ashley Butler, for a soul-deep conversation about identity, permission, and shedding the expectations that no longer serve us. Ashley shares her courageous journey from the operating room to entrepreneurship, to a necessary pause and radical reinvention. She opens up about walking away from a high-powered medical career, shutting down a mission-driven business, and facing the uncomfortable silence of not knowing what's next. What emerges is a powerful message about reclaiming agency over your life, not out of apology, but from radical honesty. With her signature mix of vulnerability and clarity, Ashley unpacks the three pillars that now guide her path: Permission, Power, and Purpose. This episode isn't about quitting, it's about choosing again, and doing it for the right reasons. If you've ever asked yourself, "Whose life am I really living?" this one's for you. And it's only the beginning.   Additional Resources: Connect with Ashley on LinkedIn Subscribe to Ashley's Substack Newsletter! Subscribe to Conscious Habit on YouTube! Join the "Conscious Conversations" Community! Connect with Amy on LinkedIn Learn more about Conscious Habit Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network   Key Takeaways: True healing starts by pausing, not pushing forward. Titles don't define worth or future direction. Living for others leads to quiet self-abandonment. Purpose evolves, let it grow with you. Permission is the first step to realignment.  

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 251 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah chat about some new book releases, as well as discuss the woes of starting a new book, and how they set themselves up for success when it comes to cracking open a new read.If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelyHobonichi Cousin A5 (T)Pilot Fixon Erasable PensJet PensAnalog Basket (H)Siece Campbell TikTokLatest ReadForget You Saw Her | Noelle Ihli (T)Ask for AndreaInto the Blue  | Emma Brodie (H)Book Talk and EDNRStarting a book wellA Good Person | Kirsten King (T)Homebound | Portia Elan (H)Nothing Tastes as Good | Luke Dumas (T) Ruins | Lily Brooks Dalton (H)Shelf Addition:Hollow Bones | Jodi Picoult (T)Love Felt Like This | Julie Olivia (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

Welcome back book besties to What the Smut Are You Talking About Podcast, your weekly dose of romance books, bookish chaos, and completely unhinged conversations about fictional men we absolutely should not trust but definitely do.Today we sit down with debut indie romance author Laiken Rhodes for her first-ever podcast interview. And yes, we did everything in our power to make it memorable.Laiken dives into her dark, twisty romance world filled with unreliable characters, secret societies, morally gray chaos, and enough plot twists to make your Kindle smoke. We talk about everything from her chaotic writing process (plotter? feral gremlin? answer: yes) to her obsession with tiny details readers will absolutely miss.We get into: Writing dark romance with unreliable narrators and morally questionable decisions Building a secret society full of lies, betrayal, and emotional damage  The very questionable things she had to Google for research (yes, FBI watchlists were discussed)  Hidden details in Deceiving Their Minds that only Laiken is currently obsessed with  Cliffhangers, rapid releases, and why Book 2 is going to emotionally ruin you Of course, Cort and Mary also bring their usual chaos: Diet Coke vs. water vs. “is coffee still acceptable at noon?”  Unhinged thoughts about laundry, gender double standards, and fictional immortality  Book recs, current reads, and why Kindle chargers are a myth created to torment us all If you love:  romance book podcasts  indie romance authors  dark romance, mafia romance vibes, and secret society chaos  unfiltered bookish conversations  morally gray men who should be arrested immediately…then this episode is your new personality.Grab your snacky snack, your beverage of choice (hydration optional), and come hang out with us as we officially ask the very important question:What the smut are we talking about this week?Follow Laiken Rhodes on InstagramLaiken Rhodes BooksLaiken Rhodes Website..Apply to be a Guest on our showSign up for our Substack Newsletter..Support Our Show (May Include Affiliate Links)Amazon Product Links (Books, Shows, Products mentioned)Sponsorship or Ad Affiliate InquiriesWell Read Candle Company - WhatTheSmut10 saves you $$Audible Free TrialKindle Unlimited Free Trial..Where to Find UsWe are the most active on InstagramWhatTheSmutPodcastCortneyMarySend us a DM, because we would love to hear from YOU!Send us a voice noteWell Read Candle Co10% Off WHATTHESMUT10 Support the show

Surprise, you're getting a BONUS episode this week!  Because we're bringing back a fan-favorite author interview that mysteriously disappeared into the void (RIP old hosting platform

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 250 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah are joined by the Book Talk Etc.'s first co-host, Renee from @itsbooktalk! We're so excited to have Renee on today to celebrate the podcast's 5 year anniversary. We hope you enjoy the reunion!If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelyLove Trapped - Podcast (T)Mr. B's Emporium of Reading Delights (R)Two Hot Takes - YouTube Podcast (H)Latest ReadOn A Quiet Street | Seraphina Nova Glass (T)Such A Good WifeThe Vanishing HourNever Far AwayPsychobabble | Joe Nucci (H)Kingfisher | Rozie Kelly (R)Mood Reads:Renee's SubstackSmile, or You're Doing it Wrong: A Journey from Rock Bottom to Redemption | Andy GlazeA Long Petal of the Sea | Isabel AllendeThe Caretaker | Marcus Kliewer (T)The Extra | Annie Neugebauer (H)Everything to the Sea | Alicia Upano (R ) Shelf Addition:Piranesi | Susanna Clarke (T)Automatic Noodle | Annalee Newitz (H)Somebody Worth Killing | Jessica Payne (R)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

This week on What the Smut Are You Talking About, we are bringing the chaos and the spice with a very special guest, romance author C.L. Rose (aka Candice) She's an Amazon Top 100 bestseller, a true crime junkie, and the mastermind behind some of the most addictive spicy sports romance books out there right now. And yes… she might just unlock a new kink or two along the way.We're diving deep into her writing process, how she's pumping out absolute bangers, and the real behind-the-scenes of writing steamy emotional romance novels.Expect laughs, a little oversharing (okay, a lot), and the kind of unhinged thoughts that make you question everything, including your Google search history.Follow CL Rose on InstagramBuy CL Rose BooksCL Rose Website..Apply to be a Guest on our showSign up for our Substack Newsletter..Support Our Show (May Include Affiliate Links)Amazon Product Links (Books, Shows, Products mentioned)Sponsorship or Ad Affiliate InquiriesWell Read Candle Company - WhatTheSmut10 saves you $$Audible Free TrialKindle Unlimited Free Trial..Where to Find UsWe are the most active on InstagramWhatTheSmutPodcastCortneyMarySend us a DM, because we would love to hear from YOU!Send us a voice noteWell Read Candle Co10% Off WHATTHESMUT10 Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 249 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah share 10 upcoming May book releases that they are excited about. They also spend time discussing the very buzzy Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke.If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelyTina's Fan (T)Sports Bra - She Fit (T)Moleskine Cahier Journal, Soft Cover (H)Campus notebooks (H)Amy Catriona on TikTok - Journal InspoLatest ReadYesteryear | Caro Claire Burke (T + H)May Books on the RadarFive  | Ilona Bannister (T)John of John | Douglas Stuart (H)Mercy Hill | Hannah Thurman (T)Make Me Better | Sarah Gailey (H)I Know A Place | Nat Cassidy (T)This Dark Night: Emily Brontë, a Life | Deborah Lutz (T)I'll Watch Your Baby | Neena Viel (T)Ghalen | Walter Mosley (H)Take Me With You | Steven Rowley (T)Current ReadNothing Tastes as Good | Luke Dumas (T)Into the Blue | Emma Brodie (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

This week on What the Smut Are You Talking About, we're bringing the chaos AND the slow burn with indie romance author Carly Robyn.We're talking Formula One romances, golden retriever MMCs, black cat heroines, and why Carly might just be the accidental queen of slow burn. Plus, fake dating, her new hockey romance series, mutual pining, and all the tropey goodness you know we live for.Carly spills on her writing process (plotter vs feral gremlin energy), the absolutely unhinged things she's had to Google for “research,” and the tiny Easter eggs she hides in her books that you probably missed. Oh and there's a LOT of Diet Coke talk… obviously.We also dive into: Books we're currently obsessed with  Reality TV chaos & binge-worthy recs Our unhinged thoughts of the week (because therapy is expensive)If you love spicy romance with heat, humor, and heart or you're just here for the vibes... This is one episode that you don't want to miss.Grab your snacky snack, your emotional support beverage, and come hang out while we ask the important question: what the smut are we talking about this week?Don't forget to rate, review, and follow so you never miss an episode of chaos!Want to connect with Carly? Carly's WebsiteCarly's InstagramHer Books on AmazonApply to be a Guest on our showSign up for our Substack Newsletter..Support Our Show (May Include Affiliate Links)Amazon Product Links (Books, Shows, Products mentioned)Sponsorship or Ad Affiliate InquiriesWell Read Candle Company - WhatTheSmut10 saves you $$Audible Free TrialKindle Unlimited Free Trial..Where to Find UsWe are the most active on InstagramWhatTheSmutPodcastCortneyMarySend us a DM, because we would love to hear from YOU!Send us a voice noteWell Read Candle Co10% Off WHATTHESMUT10 Support the show

What happens when life forces you to confront the stories you've been telling yourself about timing, readiness, and control? Amy and Ashley explore the powerful question many leaders quietly wrestle with… what are you waiting for? Through raw personal reflection and compassionate conversation, Ashley shares her experience navigating unexpected health challenges, loss of choice, and the realization that fear often disguises itself as logic. Together, Amy and Ashley unpack how waiting for the "perfect moment" can keep us stuck, and why courage is less about eliminating fear and more about moving forward with it. This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and take one intentional step toward the life you want to live. If you've been postponing your health, your dreams, or your next bold move, this conversation will challenge you to stop living in theory and start living in proof.   Additional Resources: Connect with Ashley on LinkedIn Subscribe to Ashley's Substack Newsletter! Subscribe to Conscious Habit on YouTube! Join the "Conscious Conversations" Community! Connect with Amy on LinkedIn Learn more about Conscious Habit Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network   Key Takeaways: Fear often disguises itself as wisdom and rational decision making Permission begins with pausing and reflecting inward Readiness is a decision, not a feeling Action creates clarity faster than overthinking Courage means moving forward while fear comes along  

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 248 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah read books that have been recommended by booksellers through our regular series, Bookstore Browse.If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Hand-sell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelyShop Miss A (T)AOA Lipstick (T)Ollie Fresh Mint Fluoride Toothpaste (H)Latest ReadGreedy | Callie Kazumi  (T)Our Perfect Storm | Carley Fortune (H)Book Seller RecsKitchens of the Great Midwest | J. Ryan Stradal (T)Under the Rainbow | Celia LaskeyTheo of Golden | Allen Levi (H)Underlake | Erin L. McCoy (T)Between Friends and Lovers | Shirlene Obuobi (H)Shelf AdditionJane Austen's Bookshelf | Rebecca Romney (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

This week, we're diving into The Hotshot by Piper Rayne and let's just say… we have thoughts. From fake dating and second chances to single guardian and baseball bad boys, this steamy sports romance checked way more boxes than we expected. We're breaking down all the chaos, the swoon-worthy moments, and THAT ending (because what the smut was that cliffhanger?!).Cortney and Mary are fully in their baseball romance era and loving every recommendation coming our way. Got a romance book you want us to deep dive next? Slide into our DMs because we're always ready to give our two cents.The Hotshot by Piper RayneApply to be a Guest on our showSign up for our Substack Newsletter..Support Our Show (May Include Affiliate Links)Amazon Product Links (Books, Shows, Products mentioned)Sponsorship or Ad Affiliate InquiriesWell Read Candle Company - WhatTheSmut10 saves you $$Audible Free TrialKindle Unlimited Free Trial..Where to Find UsWe are the most active on InstagramWhatTheSmutPodcastCortneyMarySend us a DM, because we would love to hear from YOU!Send us a voice noteWell Read Candle Co10% Off WHATTHESMUT10 Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 247 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah read some new releases as well as discuss how they decide what they are going to read, how they vet books before reading them + how reading book reviews transforms our own reading experiences.If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelyFrixion Erasable Pen (T)The Folio Society (H)Latest ReadA Sharp Endless Need | Mac Crane (T)Euphoria | Lily KingI Keep My Exoskeletons to Myself The Gifts of Imperfection | Brene Brown (H)Daring GreatlyNew ReleasesBoring Asian Female | Canwen Xu (T)The Infinite Sadness of Small Appliances | Glenn Dixon (H)The Good Girl | Michelle Dunne (T)Adrift | Will Dean (H)Shelf AdditionAn Infinite Love Story | Chanel Cleeton (T)A Beast Slinks Toward Beijing | Alice Evelyn Yang (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

This week, we are bringing the chaos (obviously) with indie romance author Staci Hart and trust us, this episode is just as unhinged as it sounds.Known for her swoony, snark-filled romances and laugh-out-loud moments, Staci joins us to talk all things writing, tropes, and what really goes on behind the scenes of your favorite romance books. From her “plotter meets feral gremlin” writing style to why second chance romance is basically writing two books in one, nothing is off-limits.We also dive into:Her favorite (and hardest) tropes to writeThe chaos behind some of her most iconic scenesThe Roseville Ramblers series + what's coming next Audiobooks, narrators, and why we're all waiting patiently for Teddy HamiltonWhat we're currently reading, watching, and obsessing overAnd of course… expect plenty of side tangents, snack talk, and completely unhinged thoughts.So grab your snacky snack and your beverage of choice, and come hang out with us while we chat with one of our favorite indie romance authors.You can find Staci Hart on Instagram, Amazon, Kindle Unlimited, and at her Website.Apply to be a Guest on our showSign up for our Substack Newsletter..Support Our Show (May Include Affiliate Links)Amazon Product Links (Books, Shows, Products mentioned)Sponsorship or Ad Affiliate InquiriesWell Read Candle Company - WhatTheSmut10 saves you $$Audible Free TrialKindle Unlimited Free Trial..Where to Find UsWe are the most active on InstagramWhatTheSmutPodcastCortneyMarySend us a DM, because we would love to hear from YOU!Send us a voice noteWell Read Candle Co10% Off WHATTHESMUT10 Support the show

Music by Tunetank from PixabaySPONSORED BY GOODFEED IMPACT AUDIO NETWORKJoin the waitlist at goodfeed.coEPISODE DESCRIPTION:What does it actually mean to advocate for your community — and where do you even begin? In this episode, host Corey Dion Lewis sits down with Morgan Newman, Grassroots Manager for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) and a two-time cervical cancer survivor, for a deeply honest conversation about the art and science of advocacy.Morgan shares how her own health journey became the foundation for her advocacy career, why trust-building is the most underrated skill in public health, and how coalition work can amplify impact without duplicating effort. Whether you're a seasoned organizer or someone who's never attended a community meeting, this episode will meet you where you are.IN THIS EPISODE:• How a personal cancer journey became the spark for a career in advocacy• The three levels of advocacy — personal, community, and systems change• Why building trust is the first step before you say a single word to a community• How to enter communities you don't live in and still earn credibility• The power of coalition building — and how to avoid the silo trap• Why storytelling moves people faster than data ever will• Preventing burnout and compassion fatigue in advocacy work• How to stay educated and connected in a rapidly changing landscape• Why advocating for yourself is the most foundational act of allABOUT MORGAN NEWMAN:Morgan Newman, MSW, is a licensed social worker, cancer policy advocate, and board member of the Iowa Cancer Consortium. She brings a trauma-informed lens to community health work and is passionate about empowering others to tell their stories and make lasting systems change. Connect with Morgan on LinkedIn.RESOURCES MENTIONED:• Iowa Cancer Consortium: iacancer.org• Iowa Cancer Plan — available through the Iowa Cancer Consortium• Live, Work, Play, Pray Newsletter — Subscribe on SubstackSPONSORED BY GOODFEED IMPACT AUDIO NETWORKA network built for podcasts, making a difference. Join the waitlist: https://goodfeed.co/ABOUT THE SHOW:The Healthy Project Podcast explores the social drivers of health — where we live, work, play, and pray — through honest conversations with advocates, practitioners, and community leaders—hosted by Corey Dion Lewis. ★ Support this podcast ★

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 246 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah read books that their patrons pushed them to finally read! In this episode we also talk about recommending books – reader to reader – and tips on how to give a great book recommendation.If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Hand-sell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelyPosting Facebook Reels (T)Bran Reel- How toTina TBR, etc. Facebook Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi Sunshine Drops (H)Latest ReadIt's Not Her | Mary Kubica (T)The Everlasting | Alix E. Harrow (H)Dark Matter | Blake CrouchPines | Blake CrouchPatron RecommendationsThe Last House on Needless Street | Catriona Ward (T)The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion Vol. 1 | Beth Brower (H)Conclave | Robert Harris (T)The Girls Who Grew Big | Leila Mottley (H)Shelf AdditionHarmless | Miranda Shulman (T)Open, Heaven | Sean Hewitt (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

Welcome to the Boy Garden is in Bloom! Be sure to listen to check out some of our favorite Baseball Romance Books to recommend. In true fashion, we cant stay one hundred percent on topic. Be sure to stick around to the end to see what we are reading and watching this week! And just when I didn't think we could be even more unhinged...Mary hits me with the flamethrower that she has. Apply to be a Guest on our showSign up for our Substack Newsletter..Support Our Show (May Include Affiliate Links)Amazon Product Links (Books, Shows, Products mentioned)Sponsorship or Ad Affiliate InquiriesWell Read Candle Company - WhatTheSmut10 saves you $$Audible Free TrialKindle Unlimited Free Trial..Where to Find UsWe are the most active on InstagramWhatTheSmutPodcastCortneyMarySend us a DM, because we would love to hear from YOU!Send us a voice noteWell Read Candle Co10% Off WHATTHESMUT10 Support the show

I'm back book nerds! And this time, I am not alone! In this episode, I introduce you guys to your new book bestie, Mary. We talk about what you can expect with our new re-brand, what we are currently reading and watching, and alllll the unhinged chaos. This season will include 12 episodes of me and Mary yapping about our favorite topics: Romance books. We will have some fun guests drop by so be sure to catch our new episodes that drop every Tuesday. Apply to be a Guest on our showSign up for our Substack Newsletter..Support Our Show (May Include Affiliate Links)Amazon Product Links (Books, Shows, Products mentioned)Sponsorship or Ad Affiliate InquiriesWell Read Candle Company - WhatTheSmut10 saves you $$Audible Free TrialKindle Unlimited Free Trial..Where to Find UsWe are the most active on InstagramWhatTheSmutPodcastCortneyMarySend us a voice noteWell Read Candle Co10% Off WHATTHESMUT10 Support the show

In this solo heart-to-heart episode, Megan Swan invites you behind the scenes as she shares her journey navigating the beautiful, messy intersection of motherhood and entrepreneurship. From scaling Megan Swan Wellness and launching Altavita a medical wellness tourism company, to mothering in the “teenage chapter,” Megan opens up about embracing chaos, aligning ambitious visions, and designing life with intention—without sacrificing wellness or burning out.Why the skill sets of successful founders and mothers overlap, and how you can turn flexibility and adaptability into superpowersHow to stop choosing between babies or businesses and start intentionally building both, using wellness as the backbone for sustainable growthA dive into the Babies and Empires program: A 3-month wellness infrastructure for women scaling empires while mothering, focusing on nervous system regulation, season-aware frameworks, and the power of communityIntroduction to Babies and Buyers Book Club—an evergreen, low-lift space for intellectual discussion, curated reading, and genuine connectionPractical strategies for protecting your nervous system, maintaining boundaries, and supporting yourself through life's major transitions—whether you're raising children, scaling companies, or bothTL;DR:You don't have to choose between building a thriving business and being a present, intentional mother (or partner, or creative leader). By prioritizing nervous system regulation, designing your support systems, and refusing to pit ambition against parenthood, you create a life where both your babies and your empire can flourish.Thank you for listening!If this episode resonated with you, screenshot and share on social—tag @meganswanwellness so Your support keeps this community strong.Connect with Megan SwanJoin Babies & Empires / Book Club / Wait ListWaitlist: https://meganswanwellness.com/babiesandempiresBooklist:https://meganswanwellness.myflodesk.com/babiesandempiresbooklistBookclub: https://buy.stripe.com/cNi5kF6Xd6vf8ORbxt5AQ01SocialsInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/meganswanwellnessLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-swan-wellnessWebsites: https://meganswanwellness.com/ + https://altavitahealth.ca/Substack Newsletter: https://meganswan.substack.com/Keywords:women entrepreneurs, motherhood and business, nervous system wellness, female founders support, intentional living, work-life design, business-motherhood balance, nervous system regulation rituals, female leadership, women's wellness community, mother entrepreneurs, scaling with kids, holistic business growth, burnout prevention for women, personal wellness infrastructure, book club for women founders, female empowerment, altavita, megan swan wellness, female leadership community, season-aware frameworks, women building empires, wellness routines for founders, support systems for mothers, business and family, conscious ambition

This is one of my favorite interviews! Today I'm talking with my friend, Dr. Tiffany Yecke Brooks, author of Gaslighted by God, Holy Ghosted, and her brand-new book, To Rebehold the Stars: Reimagining Faith After Deconstruction.If you've walked through the painful process of deconstructing the toxic theology you inherited, this conversation is going to knock your socks off. Drawing from Dante's Inferno (I know, right?!), classical literature, and deep theological study, Tiffany shows you how to create a new spiritual lexicon that actually reflects the heart of God.(Listen to find out what that even is!)This isn't about burning it all down. It's about holding up each piece to the light and deciding: Does this stay or go?

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 245 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah share some new book releases that they are excited about, coming out in April.If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelySunday Riley Lactic Acid Treatment (T)Derm StoreInside (Apple TV, Steam, Switch)PBS Games - Free Play (H)Latest ReadKin | Tayari Jones (T + H)Interview with NPRApril Books on the Radar:Boring Asian Female |  Canwen Xu (T)Leave Your Mess at Home | Tolani Akinola (H)The Ending Writes Itself | Evelyn Clarke (T)Go, Gentle | Maria Semple (H)Love by the Book | Jessica George (T)Permanence | Sophie MacIntosh (H)The Subtle Art of Folding Space | John Chu (T)Morsel | Carter Keane (H)Livonia Chow Mein | Abigail Savitch-Lew (T)The Infinite Sadness of Small Appliances | Glenn Dixon (H)Tina and Hannah forgot to chat current reads while recording this week! Here they are: It's Not Her | Mary Kubica (T)The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion | Beth Brower.If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no eSupport the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

You can outrun your feelings for years… until you can't. Amy and Ashley talk about the radical act of giving yourself permission to pause. After walking away from a successful business, disappearing into the desert, and confronting the silence she had avoided for decades, Ashley shares what it really looks like to stop performing and start listening. This conversation is for every high achiever who is exhausted by striving but terrified of standing still. Together, they unpack the tension between productivity and worth, the difference between feeling and ruminating, and why the pause you keep postponing will eventually choose you. If you have ever tied your identity to achievement or convinced yourself you will slow down "after this next thing," this episode will challenge you to sit with yourself long enough to hear what you actually want.

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 244 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah sit down with Terresa from the indie bookstore Black Garnet Books. In this episode, we step inside an indie bookstore, exploring the role independent bookstores play in shaping local reading communities, what it means to be a bookstore owner and book-seller, and more!If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelyLibby's Coming Soon Tag (T)Book Riot Insiders New Release IndexIndie Next Publishers MarketplaceWomen's Prize for Fiction (H)Latest ReadCleopatra | Saara El-Arifi (T)The Notebook: A History of Thinking on Paper | Roland Allen (H)Ways to support Black Garnet Books and Terresahttps://blackbirdrevolt.com/Blackbird PodcastBlackgarnetbooks.comInstagram, TikTokBook Titles MentionedParable of the Sower | Octavia ButlerCan't Get Enough | Kennedy Ryan The Serviceberry | Robin Wall KimmererShelf Additions: I Know the Ants | Lang Leav (T)The Quarter Queen | Kayla Hardy (H)Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

Send a textIn Episode 243 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah read through some new releases! We also discuss bookish expectations and whether or not they ruin the reading experience, our role as reviewers, and what we can do about bookish hype as readers. If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelyStacked Water (T)Hey Jeffery's HouseRechargeable Drink FrotherKindle Page Turning Clicker (H)Latest ReadWhat Happens in the Dark | Kia Abdullah (T)The Raven Scholar | Antonia Hodgson (H)New Releases:Her Last Breath | Taylor Adams (T)The Swamps | Seraphina Nova Glass (H)Lady Tremaine | Rachel Hochhauser (T)The Best Dog in the World: Essays on Love | Alice Hoffman (H)Shelf AdditionLittle Wild | Laura Evans (T)In Her Defense | Philippa Malicka (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

Send a textIn Episode 242 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah dive into some lesser known celebrity book clubs! We chat about which book clubs lean into our reading tastes, and the value of chatting books with a group of readers.If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server—all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelyAbbey Yung MethodL'oreal Ever Pure Shampoo + Conditioner (T)L'Oreal Paris Sulfate Free Bond Repair Silo on Apple TV+ (H)Latest ReadKeeper of Lost Children | Sadeqa Johnson (T)The Hitchhikers | Chevy Stevens (H)Book Club PicksHot Springs Drive | Lindsay Hunter (T)Lost Lambs | Madeline Cash (H)So Old, So Young | Grant Ginder (T)Nightwatching | Tracy Sierra (H)Other Links:Belletrist picksRoxanne Gay's Book ClubJimmy Fallon's Book ClubGood HousekeepingTina's “Why Done It” YouTube VideoBrett's Interview with Grant Ginder Shelf AdditionThe Extra | Annie (T)How to Write a Love Story | Catherine Walsh (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

This episode is titled "Eating in season in March."As March arrived, the first tentative signs of spring emerged—longer days, melting snow, and the promise of renewal after winter's grip. The vernal equinox heralds a shift, and with it, the produce world begins to awaken. While hearty winter roots and storage crops still linger, early spring arrivals like asparagus and artichokes make their debut, often from warmer regions like California, bringing vibrant green freshness to markets. In the Northeast, local harvests remain limited this early, so many of March's stars arrive via longer supply chains, yet their peak-season quality shines through. This transitional month bridges the end of citrus dominance with the first tender shoots of the new season, inviting us to blend comforting roasts with lighter, brighter dishes that anticipate warmer weather.Fruits in March continue to draw heavily from winter citrus, now at their sweetest and juiciest after months on the tree, alongside tropical options that feel like a preview of summer. Blood oranges, with their striking maroon flesh and berry-like notes, reach a crescendo—select heavy fruits with taut, richly colored skin free of soft spots, store them in the refrigerator's crisper for up to two weeks, and use their vivid segments in salads, drizzle the juice over yogurt, or reduce into a glossy glaze for roasted meats. Grapefruit, often sweeter now, feel plump and heavy when ripe; refrigerate them whole and enjoy them halved with a sprinkle of sugar, or supreme them into ceviche for a tart wake-up. Kiwi, fuzzy and nutrient-dense, yields slightly to pressure when ripe—keep at room temperature until ripe, then chill and slice into fruit bowls or blend into green smoothies for a vitamin C punch. Mandarins and tangerines, easy-peeling and seedless in wide varieties, choose firm ones without bruises; store loosely in a bowl or in the fridge, and pop them as snacks or scatter them over grain bowls. Pineapple, entering peak from March onward, select ones with golden hues, fragrant bases, and a slight give—store upside down at room temperature for a day to distribute sugars, then refrigerate cut pieces and grill rings for dessert, or chop into salsa for a tropical twist.Turning to vegetables, asparagus heralds spring's arrival with slender, tender spears that snap crisply—look for bright green stalks with tightly closed tips, avoiding any limp or woody ones; wrap the ends in a damp paper towel and refrigerate upright in a jar of water like flowers, for up to a week. Steam or roast them simply with olive oil and lemon to highlight their grassy sweetness, or shave raw into salads for crunch. Leafy greens like arugula, spinach, and mustard greens emerge tender—opt for crisp, unwilted bunches; keep them in damp towels in the fridge and toss them into salads or wilt them into soups. Beets and parsnips carry over from winter—firm, smooth roots store best in the crisper; roast beets for earthy salads or puree parsnips into silky soups. Leeks, mild and oniony, rinse thoroughly to remove grit; choose firm stalks, store chilled, and slice into potato soups or braise as a side.Artichokes, globe-shaped and spiky, demand firm, heavy globes with tightly packed leaves—trim stems and store in the fridge wrapped in plastic; steam whole and dip leaves in garlic butter, or stuff hearts into pasta for an elegant side. Broccoli and broccolini thrive in cooler weather—choose firm, dark-green heads with no yellowing; store in a perforated bag in the crisper, and roast florets with garlic or stir-fry tender stems for quick meals. Brussels sprouts, if still available, pick tight, vibrant ones; refrigerate and halve for roasting with balsamic to caramelize their edges. Read the Full Content Chef Walters Food ToursFlavors + Knowledge ChroniclesF+K on Substack Newsletter

Send a textIn Episode 241 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah chat with one another about some books coming out in March that they've got on their reading radar. March is packed full of some awesome books, so get excited to add even more books to your already toppling TBR pile!If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Hand-Sell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server—all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelyAiry Cute Brown Lashes (T)Lash Glue Latika Bath Salts (H)Latika Shower Steamers (H)Latest ReadVigil | George Saunders (T + H)New ReleasesLady Tremaine | Rachel Hochhouser (T)No Matter What | Cara Bastone (H)Strangers in the Villa | Robyn Harding (T)Ruby Falls | Gin Phillips (H)That's What Friends Are For | Wade Rouse (T)The Shock of the Light | Lori Inglis Hall (H)Nothing Tastes as Good | Luke Dumas (T)Strange Girls | Savat Hasin (H)A Good Person | Kirsten King (T)The Fountain | Casey Scieszka (H)Current ReadsWhat Happens in the Dark | Kia Abdullah Book (T)The Raven Scholar | Antonia Hodgson (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

When you've done everything "right," the title, the success, the status, but still feel off course, what comes next? In this raw and revealing kickoff to the Not Sorry series on Conscious Conversations, Amy welcomes her new thought partner, Dr. Ashley Butler, for a soul-deep conversation about identity, permission, and shedding the expectations that no longer serve us. Ashley shares her courageous journey from the operating room to entrepreneurship, to a necessary pause and radical reinvention. She opens up about walking away from a high-powered medical career, shutting down a mission-driven business, and facing the uncomfortable silence of not knowing what's next. What emerges is a powerful message about reclaiming agency over your life, not out of apology, but from radical honesty. With her signature mix of vulnerability and clarity, Ashley unpacks the three pillars that now guide her path: Permission, Power, and Purpose. This episode isn't about quitting, it's about choosing again, and doing it for the right reasons. If you've ever asked yourself, "Whose life am I really living?" this one's for you. And it's only the beginning.   Additional Resources: Connect with Ashley on LinkedIn Subscribe to Ashley's Substack Newsletter! Subscribe to Conscious Habit on YouTube! Join the "Conscious Conversations" Community! Connect with Amy on LinkedIn Learn more about Conscious Habit Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network   Key Takeaways: True healing starts by pausing, not pushing forward. Titles don't define worth or future direction. Living for others leads to quiet self-abandonment. Purpose evolves, let it grow with you. Permission is the first step to realignment.  

Send a textIn Episode 240 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah sit down with Gayle from the indie bookstore Wonderland Books in Bethesda, MD. In this episode, we step inside an indie bookstore, exploring the role independent bookstores play in shaping local reading communities, what it means to be a bookstore owner, and more.Loving LatelyTipsy Housewife (T)Goodwill Hauls on TikTok (Gayle)Recime (H)Latest ReadMissing Sam | Thirty Umrigar (T)The Rachel Incident | Rachel Donohue (Gayle)The Secret Lives of Church Ladies | Deesha Philyaw (H)Ways to support Gayle and Wonderland BooksBookshop.org StorefrontSupport on Libro.fmGayle's blogWonderland Books on InstagramBook Titles MentionedPlease purchase via this link which supports Wonderland BooksTheo of GoldenThe True Confessions of First Lady FreemanFamily of SpiesLoneliness of Sonya and SonnyHeart the LoverOn TyrannyIf We Were DogsGish Jen (Author)Kitchens of the Great MidwestBuckeyeThe Bright YearsThe SafekeepThe Wedding People Remarkably Bright CreaturesMargot's Got Money TroublesKinUnwitnessRespairAllegra Goodman (Author)Cactus LeagueClutchBrawlerShelf Additions: Frankenstein: 1818 EditionWhistler | Ann PatchetBeneath | Ariel SullivanIf you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you'll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and our Live Creativity Sprints. Additionally, you'll Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

In this episode of Please Me, we're joined by Kayla Moore, certified sex therapist, pleasure coach, and sovereign guide for women warriors rising, for a powerful conversation about reclaiming pleasure, healing sexual conditioning, and restoring the sacred feminine. Kayla explores how patriarchal systems, religion, and cultural norms have shaped our relationship to sex, desire, and intimacy—and why pleasure is not limited to sex, but is deeply connected to nervous system safety, embodiment, and emotional connection. Together, we discuss divine feminine and divine masculine energies, the importance of healing in community, and how slowing down intimacy can create deeper, more fulfilling relationships. This episode also features a live role-play modeling healthy communication around desire, boundaries, pacing, and emotional safety—offering practical language listeners can use in their own relationships. Pleasure as a pathway to healing and empowerment The sacred feminine and sacred masculine within all people How patriarchy impacts sexuality and intimate relationships Why emotional safety is essential for intimacy and desire Healing sexual desire through community and connection How to communicate needs, boundaries, and pace in relationships Connect with Kayla Moore Podcast: Connected Pleasure Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/0ErT6bJvm5RyMErljjhQGX Connect with Eve & Please Me Website: https://pleaseme.online Social Media & Contact: https://pleaseme.online/contacts Substack Newsletter: https://pleaseme.substack.com Patreon (Ad-Free Episodes & Bonus Content): https://patreon.com/PleaseMePodcast Be a Guest on Please Me:Apply via PodMatchhttps://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/beaguestonpleasemepodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send a textIn Episode 239 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah come clean about some of their “bad” bookish behaviors, and chat through their thoughts on some new releases they've read recently.If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server—all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelyBlink - Jake Haendel's Story (T)NatureStick Chapstick (H)Latest ReadBurn Down the Master's House | Clay Cane (T)All the Blood We Share | Camilla Bruce (H)New ReleasesThe Better Mother | Jennifer van der Kleut (T)Every Day I Read: 53 Ways to Get Closer to Books | Hwang Bo-Reum (H)Good Intentions | Marisa Walls (T)The Briars | Sarah Crouch (H)Other Links & Books MentionedJ ina with a J InstagramThe Hunger | Alma KatsuShelf AdditionThe Burning Side |  Sarah DamoffThe End of Romance | Lily Meyer (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

Send a textLooking for the best thriller and romance books of all time? In episode 238 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah share the thrillers and romances they recommend again and again, as well as discuss books that fall into the niche sub-genre that blends the two together: romantic suspense.If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server—all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelyVASA Fitness (T)@wickdconfections (H)Latest ReadAnatomy of an Alibi | Ashley Elston (T)The Correspondent | Virginia Evans (H)Favorite Thriller and RomancesThe Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (T)Every Summer After (H)Gone Girl (T)Open Water (H)Razorblade Tears (T)Fangirl (H)Confessions (T)The View Was Exhausting (H)Next of Kin (T)Talking at Night (H)Romantic SuspenseWoman Down | Colleen Hoover (T)Hideaway | Nora Roberts  (H)This Story Might Save Your Life | Tiffany Crum  (T)A Curious Beginning | Deanna Raybourne (H)Other Links & Books MentionedCherry BabyCrime Reads Article on Romantic SuspenseShelf AdditionDiscipline | Larissa Pham (T)The One Day You Were My Husband | Rosie Walsh (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or BSupport the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

Richard is joined by regular Bundle co-hosts Yannick Ramcke and Murray Barnett. Yannick is General Manager of OTT at the streaming service OneFootball and Murray is founder of 26West Sport and formerly of F1, World Rugby and ESPN.Subscribe to The Bundle Bulletin, via Unofficial Partner's Substack Newsletter. Today's topics:Advertising Renaissance: ITV's Six Nations in-game advertising (worth 20% of total inventory value) signals broader inflation, with technology approaching real-time contextual capabilities.Consolidation Through Equity Stakes: NFL-ESPN deal represents new partnership model where rights holders take equity positions in distributors, aligning incentives and reducing adversarial negotiation dynamics. Zero-risk structure for NFL (buyback options, increased stake rights) while positioning ESPN favorably for 2030 rights renewal.Platform Monetization: FIFA/TikTok partnership marks inflection where social platforms transition from “free lunch” to paying eight-figure sums for content eligibility. Doesn't guarantee content appears (still requires broadcaster agreements) but shifts value capture from platforms back toward rights holders.Direct-to-Consumer Reality Check: Ligue 1+ executing “everything right” strategically (pricing, distribution partnerships, World Cup acquisition) yet still faces fundamental math problem - needs 3-4x current subscriber base to compete with licensing revenues from traditional model. World Cup deal “buys time but doesn't solve core revenue problem.”Regulatory/Political ContextThe value of the cultural moment. Super Bowl to Winter Olympics foreshadow the LA 2028 Olympics political dynamic, with concern about navigating hostile Trump administration's view of Olympics as a woke party, versus FIFA's successful Trump relationship management during 2026 World Cup preparations.Unofficial Partner is the leading podcast for the business of sport. A mix of entertaining and thought provoking conversations with a who's who of the global industry. To join our community of listeners, sign up to the weekly UP Newsletter and follow us on Twitter and TikTok at @UnofficialPartnerWe publish two podcasts each week, on Tuesday and Friday. These are deep conversations with smart people from inside and outside sport. Our entire back catalogue of 500 sports business conversations are available free of charge here. Each pod is available by searching for ‘Unofficial Partner' on Apple, Spotify and every podcast app. If you're interested in collaborating with Unofficial Partner to create one-off podcasts or series and live events, you can reach us via the website.

What happens to our friendships when our lives start to expand? In this episode of Tales from The Lane, I'm joined by Dear Nina: Conversations about Friendship host Nina Badzin, whose podcast is ranked in the top 1% globally—and whose work sits right at the intersection of honesty, emotional maturity, and real-life friendship dynamics. Together, we explore what happens to friendships during major life transitions: career growth, changing family structures, shifting priorities, and the inevitable reality that we can't take everyone with us into every season. We talk about: Why friendships often feel strained during periods of growth How a single, honest conversation can sometimes change everything Redefining reciprocity so it doesn't become a silent scorecard Why proximity matters more than we like to admit—and what happens when it disappears The courage it takes to be the inviter instead of waiting to be included This is a grounded, compassionate conversation for anyone navigating success, change, and the quieter emotional work that comes with it. About Nina Badzin Nina is the host of Dear Nina: Conversations about Friendship, a top 1% podcast focused on the realities of adult friendship. Her work helps people think more clearly, communicate more directly, and let go of unnecessary resentment in their relationships.

Send us a textIn Episode 237 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah share the February releases currently on their reading radars.If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What's in the Mailbag and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server—all for just $5 a month.Loving LatelySkylight Calendar (T)Crayola Light Up Tracing Pad (H)Latest ReadSkylark | Paula McClain (T+H)Books on the RadarGood People | Patmeena Sabit (T)The Secret Snow | Tina Harnesk (H)Murder Bimbo | Rebecca Novack (T)The Fourth Princess | Janie Chang (H)Family Drama | Rebecca Fallon (T)She Made Herself a Monster | Anna Kovatcheva (H)The Shape of Dreams | April Reynolds (T)How to Get Away with Murder | Rebecca Philipson (H)Other Links & Books MentionedKin | Tayari JonesCurrent ReadMy Darkest Prayer | SA Cosby (T)Every Day I Read: 53 Ways to Get Closer to Books | Hwang Bo-reum (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

Send us a textIn Episode 236 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah sit down with Joanna from the indie bookstore This Is a Bookstore & BookBug in Kalamazoo, Michigan. In this episode, we step inside an indie bookstore with Joanna from This Is a Bookstore & BookBug in Kalamazoo, exploring the role independent bookstores play in shaping local reading communities, what it means to be a bookstore caretaker, and more!If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you'll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and our Live Creativity Sprints. Additionally, you'll have access to a private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with other fans of the show... all for just $5 a month!All book links direct you to This Is a Bookstore and BookBug's storefront, so you can support them directly with your purchase.Loving Lately:Dollar Tree (T)Hemp Dreams Oil MistNina Pool on TikTokSpy High - Prime Video (H)The Man on the Inside - Netflix (Joanna)Latest Reads:How to Read a Book | Monica Wood (T)Coffin Moon | Keith Rosson (H)Theo of Golden | Allen Levi (Joanna)Books MentionedGrown Up Book FairThe Gales of November: The Untold Story of the Edmund Fitzgerald | John U. BaconThe Correspondent | Virginia EvansVigil | George Saunders American Fantasy | Emma StraubAdult Braces: Driving Myself Sane | Lindy West Shelf Additions: Murder Your Darlings | Jenna Blum (T)Meet the Newmans | JenniSupport the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

At a moment of growing tension across the Atlantic, Europe is quietly questioning one of its most critical assumptions: can it rely on the United States as a long-term energy partner?In this timely episode of Energy Vista, Leslie Palti-Guzman sits down with Marco Margheri, Chairman of the World Energy Council Italy and affiliated with ENI in Washington, DC, to unpack Europe's deepening energy anxiety and what it reveals about a rapidly shifting global order.This conversation goes beyond gas molecules. Leslie and Marco dig into: Why Europe's post-war assumptions about codependence with Russia, China, and the U.S. are no longer viable The emerging role of oil and gas companies as strategic actors in an era of geopolitical volatility Why Italy's energy diversification strategy offers lessons for the rest of Europe How the U.S.–China AI and energy race is reordering global priorities, faster than Europe may realizeCandid, thoughtful, and unscripted, this episode is a must-listen for anyone trying to understand where European energy security is heading and whether the transatlantic relationship can adapt.

In this special episode of the What's Your Brand Story Podcast, host Dhylles Victoria sits down for a deeply personal and powerful conversation with Eve, creator of Please Me. Together, they explore the story behind the brand and how lived experience, trauma healing, and sexual liberation helped shape a global movement. This episode dives into the realities of sexual health, pleasure, and healing, and why breaking the silence around these topics isn't just important it's essential. In this episode, we discuss: Eve's journey from childhood sexual trauma to sexual empowerment Why sexual health care is essential—not optional The orgasm gap and the truth about orgasm equality Why 95% of women require clitoral stimulation to orgasm Sexual health conditions rarely talked about, including: Erectile dysfunction (ED) Incontinence Pelvic floor dysfunction Premature ejaculation Healing sexual shame after trauma Men's sexual health and why it matters too Pleasure, sex toys, vibrators, and redefining what “sex” really means How silence around sex causes harm—and how open dialogue creates healing Connect with the Host Dhylles Victoria What's Your Brand Story PodcastListen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4u7va5FBlQmBq9bk3SB6Rx Connect with Eve & Please Me  Website:https://pleaseme.online  Social Media & Contact:https://pleaseme.online/contacts  Substack Newsletter:https://pleaseme.substack.com  Patreon (Ad-Free Episodes & Bonus Content):https://patreon.com/PleaseMePodcast  Be a Guest on Please Me:Apply via PodMatchhttps://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/beaguestonpleasemepodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textIn Episode 235 of Book Talk Etc., Tina & Hannah discuss their thoughts on some new book releases as well as chat through their feelings on negative book reviews.If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you'll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, Live Creativity Sprints and Bookstore Browse, and a private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with other fans of the show... all for just $5 a month!Loving LatelyBeth's Dead - Podcast (T)People We Meet on Vacation - Movie (H)Latest ReadA Family Matter | Claire Lynch (T)The Reformatory | Tananarive Due  (H)New ReleasesThe Book of Luke | Lovell Holder (T)Needle Lake  | Justine Champine (H)My Husband's Wife | Alice Feeney (T)Crux | Gabriel Tallent (H)Other LinksPlant Based BrideBy Don MartinBrad Bought A BookShelf Addition:The Better Mother | Jennifer van der Kleut (T)The Marrow Thieves | Cherie Dimaline (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

Send us a textIn Episode 234 of Book Talk Etc., Tina & Hannah chat about the Book Talk Etc., reading challenge for 2026 and bring books that meet the challenge prompts.If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you'll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, Live Creativity Sprints and Bookstore Browse, and a private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with other fans of the show... all for just $5 a month!Loving LatelyOGX Coconut Oil (T)Antiquitarian Sticker Book (H)Latest ReadEndling | Maria Reva (T)Half His Age | Jenette McCurdy (H)BTE Reading Challenge ReadsStiff | Mary Roach (T)Lady Killers | Tori Telfer (H)October Sky | Homer Hickam (T)Emergency Contact | Lauren Layne, Anthony Ledonne (H)Other LinksBTE Storygraph ChallengeBooks and Lala Buzzword ChallengeRead Harder Book RiotShelf Addition:The Hostess | Courtney Psak (T)This Is Not About Us | Allegra Goodman (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

China looms large in our modern world -- and yes, is misunderstood, or not understood at all. Manoj Kewalramani joins Amit Varma in episode 435 of The Seen and the Unseen to put together a primer on China, from ancient times through all the kingdoms through Mao and Deng to Xi and this present moment. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1. Manoj Kewalramani on LinkedIn, Twitter, Google Scholar, Amazon, Takshashila, Substack and his own website. 2. The Takshashila Institution. 3. The Great Power Show on Spotify, Apple and Substack. 4. Tracking People's Daily -- Manoj Kewalramani's Substack Newsletter. 5. Eye on China -- Anushka Saxena's Substack newsletter (formerly written by Manoj). 6. China in the Changing Geo-economic Landscape -- A Takshashila course on China that begins later this month. 7. The China Dude Is in the House -- Episode 231 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Manoj Kewalramani). 8. What Does China Want? — Episode 143 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Manoj Kewalramani). 9. Chinese Foreign Policy — Episode 81 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Manoj Kewalramani). 10. Foreign Policy is a Big Deal — Episode 170 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Pranay Kotasthane & Manoj Kewalramani). 11. The Dragon and the Elephant — Episode 181 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Hamsini Hariharan & Shibani Mehta). 12. Keeping India Safe — Episode 219 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Sushant Singh). 13. Kanti Bajpai on India vs China -- Episode 234 of The Seen and the Unseen. 14. The History of Indian Cricket -- Mihir Bose. 15. The Invention of China -- Bill Hayton. 16. When Marx Met Confucius. 17. Red Roulette -- Desmond Shum. 18. Deng Xiaoping and the Transformation of China -- Ezra Vogel. 19. China's New Red Guards -- Jude Blanchette. 20. Factional Model-making in China -- Olivia Cheung. 21. America against America -- Wang Huning. 22. The Lying Flat Movement. 23. China Media Project. 24. Probal DasGupta Goes to the Himalayas With Books in His Bag — Episode 412 of The Seen and the Unseen. 25. Wealth and Power -- Orville Schell and John Delury. 26. Rethinking Chinese Politics -- Joseph Fewsmith. 27. The Party's Interests Come First -- Joseph Torigian. 28. Prestige, Manipulation, and Coercion -- Joseph Torigian. 29. John Fairbank, Alastair Iain Johnston and Vijay Gokhale on Amazon. 30. The Long Game -- Vijay Gokhale. 31. China Talk -- Jordan Schneider. 32. Sinica -- Kaiser Kuo. 33. The Third Revolution -- Elizabeth Economy. 34. End of an Era -- Carl Minzner. 35. Hrithik Roshan on Dhurandhar. This episode is sponsored by The Six Percent Club. Join them to go from content idea to launch in just 45 days! Amit Varma runs a course called Life Lessons, which aims to be a launchpad towards learning essential life skills all of you need. For more details, and to sign up, click here. And have you read Amit's newsletter? Subscribe right away to The India Uncut Newsletter! It's free! Also check out Amit's online course, The Art of Clear Writing. Episode art: 'A Maze' by Simahina.

Send us a textIn Episode 233 of Book Talk Etc., Tina & Hannah discuss January books on the radar! It's a new year of reading and there are so many great books coming out this year–we're excited to get started!If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Niche Novels, Books We DNFed, and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, you'll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, Live Creativity Sprints and Bookstore Browse, and a private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with other fans of the show... all for just $5 a month!Loving LatelyCountry Road Candle Co (T)Ourmed Life Disposable Face Towels (H)Latest ReadJust Watch Me | Lior Torenberg (T)Culpability | Bruce Hollsinger (H)BOTRBloody Brick Road | Maude Royer (T)Is This A Cry for Help? | Emily Austin (H)Anatomy of an Alibi | Ashley Elston (T)The Last of Earth | Deepa Anappara (H)Very Slowly All at Once | Lauren Schott (T)Rules of the Heart | Janice Hadlow (H)The Seven Daughters of Dupree | Nikesha Elise Williams (T)The Future Saints | Ashley Winstead (H)Missing Sam | Thirty Umrigar (T)Crux | Gabriel Tallent (H)Other LinksBTE Storygraph ChallengeCurrent Read: Party of Two | Jasmine Guillory (T)Needle Lake  | Justine Champine (H)If you prefer other shopping options, you can find today's books on Bookshop.org or Blackwell's. Purchasing through these links supports us with a small commission, at no extra cost to you.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

Creativity is not just for artists or makers, so how can we build creativity and move from having an idea to doing something with it? Joining Jill for this conversation is Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, a senior research scientist and the author of The Creativity Choice. Zorana discusses her journey into the world of creativity, the broader definition of creative acts beyond the arts, and how our emotions play a crucial role in creative processes. She emphasizes embracing discomfort, finding inspiration in frustration, and the necessity for community and collaboration in creative endeavors. This episode is a must-listen if you're curious to explore your own creative potential and bust the myth that creativity is just for the naturally gifted artists.Listen and Learn:How a formative childhood experience with art and creative differences sparked Zorana's lifelong passion for studying creativityHow creativity isn't limited to the arts; it can appear in everyday life, work, and problem-solving, showing that everyone has the potential to be creativeOvercoming fear, uncertainty, and the ‘gap trap' by embracing discomfort, practicing creative self-efficacyWhy creativity is less about sudden inspiration and more about exploring problems deeply, asking questions, experimenting, and allowing solutions to emergeHow both positive and negative emotions serve as valuable information that can inspire creativityWhy creative blocks are a normal part of the process, and why approaching them with self-compassion can help overcome them and restore creative flowHow creativity and community intersect, and how collaboration or social connections can support the creative processResources:Zorana's Website: https://www.zorana-ivcevic-pringle.com/The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas Into Action: https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9781541704329 Zorana's Substack Newsletter: https://creativitydecision.substack.com/ Connect with Zorana on Social MediaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zorana-ivcevic-pringle/ BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/z-i-pringle.bsky.social Twitter: https://x.com/ZoranaPsych Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZoranaIvcevicPringle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.z.i.pringle/About Zorana Ivcevic PringleZorana Ivcevic Pringle, Ph.D., is a Senior Research Scientist at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. Zorana studies the role of emotion in creativity and well-being, examines the role of the arts and art-related institutions in building creativity, and wants to know how we move from having an idea to doing something with it. She edited the Cambridge Handbook of Creativity and Emotions, publishes research in creativity studies, and speaks to diverse audiences about creativity and how to make it happen. Zorana received the Award for Excellence in Research from the Mensa Education and Research Foundation and the Berlyne Award for Outstanding Early Career Achievement in psychology of aesthetics, creativity, and the arts from the American Psychological Association.Related Episodes:247. Find Your Unicorn Space with Eve Rodsky288. The Fun Habit with Mike Rucker294. Yes And: Improv in Psychology with Kelly Leonard345. Writing for Personal Growth with Maureen Murdock376. The Art of Therapy with Michael Alcee410. Creativity and Making Things with Kelly Corrigan and Claire Corrigan LichtySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textIn Episode 232 of Book Talk Etc., Tina & Hannah share our favorite books of 2025!Loving LatelyMe Snarky (T)Cult of Megs (T)TINA AND HANNAH'S TOP FAVORITE BOOKS OF 2025!Red Clay | Charles B. Fancher (T)Great Black Hope | Rob Franklin (H)The Favorites | Layne Fargo (T)Nothing to See Here | Kevin Wilson (H)Sunrise on the Reaping | Suzanne Collins (T)Sandwich | Catherine Newman (H)One Yellow Eye | Leigh Radford (T)Rainbow Black | Maggie Thrash (H)Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng | Kylie Lee Baker (T)The War That Saved My Life | Kimberly Brubaker Bradley (H)What Kind of Paradise | Janelle Brown (T)The Staircase in the Woods | Chuck Wendig (H)Broken Country | Claire Leslie Hall (T)The Names | Florence Knapp (H)Dominion | Addie Citchens (T)The Knight and the Moth | Rachel Gillig (H)Wild Dark Shore | Charlotte McConaghy (T)Hamnet | Maggie O'Farrell (H)Lonesome Dove | Larry McMurtry (T)Current ReadsThe Death of Us | Abigail Dean (T)The Reformatory | Tananarive Due (H)If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, plus, you'll receive invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, Live Creativity Sprints and personalized book recommendations from booksellers. On top of it all, you also get access to our private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with other fans of the show... all for just $5 a month.Support the showLet's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailBTE on YoutubeTina's TikTok , IG @tbretc YT @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk