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| Whose Monster: Feminism, Othering, and Queer and Trans Representation in Horror | 24 Mar 2026 | 00:33:52 | |
Mariquita welcomes Sarah Knickerbocker, the host behind Eugene, Oregon's Horrible Bingo, as they discuss shifting the lens on horror to find the threads of feminism, examine how the genre uniquely showcases women's stories, and to untangle why horror fans are so frequently wonderfully queer. For an extra bonus and to exponentially grow your TBR, check the show notes for more books recommended by Sarah.
Books/Resources Mentioned: Monsters: A Fan's Dilemma by Claire Dederer Men, Women, and Chainsaws by Carol J. Clover Scream With Me: Horror Films and the Rise of American Feminism (1968-1980) by Eleanor Johnson Other recommended books from Sarah: It Came From the Closet: Queer Reflections on Horror edited Joe Vallese Tell Me I'm Worthless by Alison Rumfitt Manhunt by Gretchen Felker-Martin Her Body and Other Parties by Carmen Maria Machado The Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham Jones House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski
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This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people.
Original music by Amarissa
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| Maternal Hauntings and Surveillance in Mother is Watching | 17 Mar 2026 | 00:20:07 | |
CW: Child death, Miscarriage, Infertility, Blood, Grief, Death of Parent, Dementia
Marlena and Mariquita discuss Mother is Watching, the horror debut by Karma Brown. In this spoiler-free conversation, they explore how the novel uses horror to amplify everyday anxieties around motherhood, bodily autonomy, and identity. Together, they unpack the emotional stakes at the heart of the story, examining how art, obsession, and pregnancy intertwine to blur the line between psychological unease and the supernatural. Along the way, they reflect on the ways domestic life becomes a site of tension, control, and quiet terror and why this chilling read lingers long after the final page.
Books mentioned: Mother is Watching by Karma Brown
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This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people.
Original music by Amarissa
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| 2025 Favorites from Renee & Nox | 27 Jan 2026 | 00:27:49 | |
Our contributors teamed up to tell one another about their favorite books of the year. Renee and Nox round out this podcast series with their cozy, feel-good favorites. If you need a book that's like a warm hug (and who doesn't right now?), tune in!
Book and resources mentioned: The Baby Dragon Cafe by AT Qureshi Fundamentally by Nussaibah Younis What Happened to Belen? by Ana Elena Correa The Bewitching by Silvia Moreno-Garcia Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club by Gloria Chao Of Monsters and Mainframes by Barbara Truelove The White Octopus Hotel by Alexandra Bell Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez
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This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people.
Original music by Amarissa
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| [MINI POD] Junk Journaling as Creative Rebellion | 20 Jan 2026 | 00:17:03 | |
MINI POD! Jordy and Renee discuss their creative obsession: junk journaling! They chat about the origins of the junk journal and how they adapt this creative activity to suit their needs. This is a two-part series. See more spreads and the video of this conversation in our Mighty Network community!
Resources mentioned: Jessica Swift's online retreats
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This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people.
Original music by Amarissa
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| 2025 Favorites from Casey & UyenThi | 15 Jan 2026 | 00:30:51 | |
Our contributors have teamed up to tell one another about their favorite books of the year over the next couple of weeks! Casey and UyenThi come together to discuss their top 5 reads of 2025. From memoirs, to romance, to translated fiction, to dark academia, these are the stories we read in 2025 that we feel need to be on everyone's TBR.
Book and resources mentioned: The Simple Art of Killing a Woman by Patricia Melo Feeding Ghosts by Tessa Hull The Djinn Waits a Hundred Years by Shubnum Khan The Night Eaters by Marjorie Liu Death of the Author by Nnedi Okorafor
I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman I'll Tell You When I'm Home: A Memoir by Hala Alyan Angelica and the Bear Prince by Trung Le Nguyen
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This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people.
Original music by Amarissa
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| The Abortion Companion with Becca Rea-Tucker | 13 Jan 2026 | 00:21:44 | |
As access to abortion is being increasingly restricted, trustworthy resources for abortion care and loving someone through an abortion can be difficult to find. Becca Rea-Tucker has written the go-to manual for just that. Whether you're considering an abortion for yourself or know someone who might need support, The Abortion Companion should be on every feminist's bookshelf.
*Join us for a community-wide online Q&A with Becca on January 25, 2026. Your first week in our community is free, sliding scale available: Join the FBC community!
Book and resources mentioned: The Abortion Companion by Becca Rea-Tucker Baking by Feel by Becca Rea-Tucker Relinquished by Gretchen Sisson Baking the Resistance with Our Favorite Sweet Feminists (Becca's previous appearance on the pod!) Find abortion resources: ineedana.com National Network of Abortion Funds
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| 2025 Favorites from Mariquita & Jordy | 08 Jan 2026 | 00:17:46 | |
Our contributors have teamed up to tell one another about their favorite books of the year over the next couple of weeks! In this episode, Mariquita and Jordy reflect on their favorite books of 2025, celebrating stories that lingered long after the final page. From fierce heroines and sharp social commentary to swoony romance and dark intrigue, they unpack the reads that made them feel, think, and stay up way too late turning pages.
Book and resources mentioned: Not Quite Dead Yet by Holly Jackson Silver Elite by Dani Francis Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver This Princess Kills Monsters by Ry Herman Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas The Phoenix King by Aparna Verma The Rose Bargain by Sasha Peyton Smith A Day of Fallen Night by Samantha Shannon Minor Detail by Adania Shibli Play Nice by Rachel Harrison How to Commit a Postcolonial Murder by Nina Swamidoss McConigley The Possession of Alba Diaz by Isabel Cañas Bad Cree by Jessica Johns All We Want is Everything by Soraya Chemaly Unbearable: The Perils of Pregnancy in America by Irin Carmon
Podcasts referenced: Unbearable: A Discussion with Irin Carmon on Pregnancy in America Bread and Roses (The Rose Bargain) Thrills & Chills (Tourist Season) Damsel? Never heard of her (This Princess Kills Monsters)
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This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people.
Original music by Amarissa
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| 2025 Favorites from Shoshana & Mhairie | 06 Jan 2026 | 00:38:31 | |
Our contributors have teamed up to tell one another about their favorite books of the year over the next couple of weeks! First up, Shoshana and Mhairie share a spoiler free gush session of their favorite books of 2025. This conversation includes books from every genre and format, a sure bet to please these long winter nights. Take care of yourself, friends, be sure to check the content warnings before reading.
Book and resources mentioned: Shoshana's Books 5. He's to Die For by Erin Dunn 4. The Black Gods Drums by P Djeli Clark 3. ZomRomCom by Olivia Dade 2. I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I'm Trapped in a Rom-Com by Kimberly Lemming 1. A Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna
Mhairie's Books 5. The Book of Witching by C J Cooke 4. Burial Rites by Hannah Kent 3. Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon 2. What Hunger by Catherine Dang 1. Emily Wilde's Compendium of Lost Tales by Heather Fawcett
Bonus Books from Shoshana: Check Please # 1 and Check Please #2 by Ngozi Ukazu The Girls I've Been by Tess Sharpe Faking It: the Lies Women Tell about Sex--And the Truths They Reveal by Lux Alptraum Alchemised by SenLinYu A Murder of Crows by Sarah Yarwood-Lovett Patricia Wants to Cuddle by Samantha Allen Looking for Group by Alexis Hall
Bonus Books from Mhairie: Blood Relay by Devon Mihesuah - Publishes 2026 Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham Jones The rest of the Emily Wilde series by Heather Fawcett (Encyclopedia of Faeries and Map of the Otherlands) The Underworld: Journeys to the Depths of the Ocean by Susan Casey (read in 2024 but I have bought this as a gift no less than 3 times and keep recommending it. Def my top non fiction of the last couple years. Hella interesting.)
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This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people.
Original music by Amarissa
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| Is Fanfiction Feminist? | 16 Dec 2025 | 01:04:43 | |
New to fanfic? Not sure where to start or whether you even should? We got you! In this episode, Jordy, Mhairie, and Shoshana explore the world of fanfiction, its fandom roots, its role in uplifting marginalized voices, and why it remains a powerful feminist space. They also dig into the ethical complications of engaging with fanworks inspired by harmful or problematic creators. Together, they unpack how fanfiction becomes a site of creativity, community, and cultural resistance.
Book and resources mentioned: Alchemised by SenLinYu Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon Article on fandom culture - https://www.teenvogue.com/story/2021-year-in-fandom AO3 Diversity statement - https://archiveofourown.org/diversity AO3 FAQ on tagging - https://archiveofourown.org/faq/tags?language_id=en Article of the brief history of LGBTQIA+ fanfiction - https://www.themarysue.com/first-published-slash-fanfiction/
TV Shows Mentioned Stargate SG - 1 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stargate Star Trek - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star_Trek Teen Wolf - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Teen_Wolf_(2011_TV_series) The Night Agent - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Night_Agent
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This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people.
Original music by Amarissa
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| [MINI POD] Burning Down the Systems That Cage Us | 11 Dec 2025 | 00:11:57 | |
MINI POD! Jordy dives into two books: A Beautiful and Terrible Murder and Dream by the Shadows. Both books follow women who refuse to be silenced by corrupt institutions. From Oxford's secretive halls to a dream-haunted kingdom, these stories are full of clever rebellion, dark intrigue, and empowered women.
Books mentioned: A Beautiful and Terrible Murder by Claire M. Andrews Dream by the Shadows by Logan Karlie
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| Controversy on the Moors: What's up with Emerald Fennell and Wuthering Heights? | 09 Dec 2025 | 00:34:25 | |
Mariquita, Jordy, and Nox get together to explain the controversies around Emerald Fennell's adaptation of Wuthering Heights, weigh in on whether they think the uproar is valid (spoiler: they do!), and provide their opinions on just how romantic literature's first romance book really is. CW: intimate partner violence, child abuse, animal abuse, sexual assault, generational trauma, maternal mortality, child abandonment.
Books mentioned:
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Original music by Amarissa
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| [MINI POD] Home for the Holidays (even when you're not) | 04 Dec 2025 | 00:07:15 | |
MINI POD! Jordy dives into the magic of holiday romances and the tradition of finding "home" in books. From friends-swapping vacations to chaotic family gatherings and second-chance love, this episode explores how these festive reads bring comfort, joy, and cheer to even the loneliest holiday season.
Books mentioned: The Holiday Honeymoon Switch by Julia McKay Most Wonderful by Georgia Clark A Very Merry Bromance by Lyssa Kay Adams
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This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people.
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| All about EVE: A Feminist Retelling of Paradise Lost | 10 Mar 2026 | 00:27:35 | |
Casey Ballard, long time lover of feminist retellings of classic stories, interviews B.K. O'Connor about her new novel, Eve, a retelling of John Milton's Paradise Lost, that expands on the notion that eternity spent in ignorance is no life to live. Casey and Becky discuss Eve as an intellectual feminist, the bridging of cultures, and why people should still read the classics. .
Books and resources mentioned: Women Who Run with the Wolves by Clarissa Pinkola Estes Drawing Down the Moon by Margot Adler The Chalice and the Blade by Riane Eisler Thus Spoke Zarathustra by Friedrich Nietzsche
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| How Do You Solve a Problem Like Cleopatra? | 02 Dec 2025 | 00:28:29 | |
Not every book we read will skyrocket to the top of our lists. Casey, Jordy, and Nox discuss this and more regarding Cleopatra's story in I Am Cleopatra by Natasha Solomon. Nox DNF'd it, and Jordy and Casey felt it left the reader wanting more, especially regarding Cleopatra's power and influence. All three agree that Solomon's prose is lush and worth reading, though! Light (yet hilarious) spoilers when Jordy reveals gasp Caesar dies.
Books mentioned: The Royal Diaries: Cleopatra VII by Kristiana Gregory (book on CD linked, but check your library!) Cleopatra: A Life by Sarah Schiff
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This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people.
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| [MINI POD] I Have a Voice | 20 Nov 2025 | 00:10:51 | |
MINI POD! Nox discusses two instances of disrespect towards powerful Mexican women in recent news: The treatment of Fatima Bosch (Miss Mexico) by the Miss Universe executive director, and the public groping of Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, the current President of Mexico. Nox digs into these stories and the importance of women working together/
Books mentioned: Liliana's Invincible Summer by Cristina Rivera Garza What Happened to Belen by Ana Elena Correa
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This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people.
Original music by Amarissa
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| All We Want is Everything with Soraya Chemaly | 18 Nov 2025 | 00:36:30 | |
We're not joking when we say this one is required listening. Mariquita talks with author and activist Soraya Chemaly about her latest book, All We Want is Everything: How We Dismantle Male Supremacy. Soraya explains how male supremacy is the structure upon which all of our systems are built, whether they be close to home or on a global scale. Together, Soraya and Mariquita give suggestions for how to create a different environment and patterns of behavior both individually and collectively and emphasize that the work of educating men on the burdens and breadth of male supremacy is not the onus of women but is the responsibility of men.
Soraya's books: All We Want is Everything: How We Dismantle Male Supremacy Rage Becomes Her: The Power of Women's Anger The Resilience Myth: New Thinking on Grit, Strength, and Growth After Trauma
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| Girls Play Dead with Jen Percy | 11 Nov 2025 | 00:28:40 | |
Mariquita talks with Jen Percy about her recent book, Girls Play Dead: Acts of Self-Preservation. Based on her article, What People Misunderstand About Rape, Girls Play Dead expands the conversation about the myriad responses to sexual assault and rape, weaving in personal stories and historical context. Their conversation covers the common reactions of tonic and collapsed immobility, evolutionary ways humans have evolved to survive trauma, and how colonialism and individualism can stymy recovery for some survivors who instead would benefit from collectivism and community care. CW: Sexual assault, sexual abuse, rape, child abuse, chronic illness, addiction, medical malfeasance
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| [MINI POD] Cowgirls, Ghosts, and Grit: The Worlds of Lyla Sage | 06 Nov 2025 | 00:07:56 | |
MINI POD! Jordy dives into the worlds of Lyla Sage, where small towns meet big emotions, and love is both fierce and tender. This episode explores how Sage's stories remind us that feminism can hold grace and grit in equal measure, and that choosing yourself can be the bravest kind of love story.
Books by Lyla Sage mentioned:
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| Reality TV, Religion, and Reclamation: Discussing Sister Wife by Christine Brown Wooley | 04 Nov 2025 | 00:35:40 | |
Join Jordy and Nox as they dive into Sister Wife, the new memoir from TLC's Sister Wives star Christine Brown Wooley. What begins as a story about reality TV and polygamy transforms into a conversation about faith, autonomy, and liberation. Together they unpack Christine's courageous decision to leave not only her marriage but an entire belief system, and what it means to reclaim your story.
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| [MINI POD] Sink the System | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:05:59 | |
MINI POD! Luxury ships, love triangles, and late-state capitalism, oh my! In this mini episode, Jordy dives into An Ocean Apart by Jill Tew, a feminist dystopia that asks what happens when the world's elite sail away from the chaos they've created, and one girl decides to sink the system from within.
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| Unbearable: A Discussion with Irin Carmon on Pregnancy in America | 28 Oct 2025 | 00:30:49 | |
Mariquita talks with author Irin Carmon about her newest book, Unbearable: Five Women and the Perils of Pregnancy in America. Their discussion covers the racist roots of ob/gyn medicine in America, provides context for the current state of reproductive care, and ties in vital personal stories of families that have been affected by the legacy of racism and lack of safe, equitable treatment for women of color, which treatment has disproportionately had fatal consequences. CW: Discussions of maternal mortality, Black maternal mortality, maternal death, abortion, miscarriage, medical violence, racism, grief/loss, infertility
Books and Resources Mentioned: Unbearable: Five Women and the Perils of Pregnancy in America by Irin Carmon The Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg by Irin Carmon and Shana Knizhnik Alabama Birth Center and Dr. Yashica Robinson A Deadly Epidural, Delivered by a Doctor with a History of Mistakes - NYT on the death of Sha-Asia Semple At 30, She Died in Childbirth. It Shredded Her Brooklyn Family - NYT on the death of Christine Fields Anarcha Lucy Betsey: The Mothers of Gynecology Monument National Network of Abortion Funds - Seeking funds National Network of Abortion Funds - Donate Today
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| [MINI POD] Spotlight on Sarah Gailey | 23 Oct 2025 | 00:09:07 | |
MINI POD! Who are some of your must-read authors? Renee shares one of hers, Sarah Gailey. You can always count on Gailey to write the most outlandish, unusual books. Today, Renee shares four for your shelves.
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| It's Murder Time! | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:23:04 | |
Grab your magnifying glass, don your monocle and trench coat, because we're talking murder mysteries today! First, Shoshana and Mariquita define the mystery genre, subgenres, and key terms. They also share some of their favorite mystery books for your TBR. Then Renee dives into her favorite sub-sub-genre of mysteries: cozy food mysteries by and about women of color. Happy reading!
Books and Resources Mentioned: The Complete Sherlock Holmes Collection by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle The Mysterious Affair at Styles by Agatha Christie The Widows of Malabar Hill by Sujata Massey Fortune Favors the Dead by Stephen Spotswood The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman Sex, Murder, and a Double Latte by Kyra Davis Bluebird, Bluebird by Attica Locke The Princess of Burundi by Kjell Eriksson All the Sinners Bleed by S.A. Cosby To Have and to Heist by Sara Desai Finlay Donovan Is Killing It by Elle Cosimano Pirate Latitudes by Michael Crichton Patricia Wants to Cuddle by Samantha Allen Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng by Kylie Lee Baker We Don't Talk About Carol by Kirsten L. Berry Murder with Peacocks by Donna Andrews The Word is Murder by Anthony Horowitz Arsenic and Adobo by Mia P. Manansala Mango, Mamba, and Murder by Raquel V. Reyes Against the Currant by Olivia Matthews Savvy Summers and the Sweet Potato Crimes by Sandra Jackson-Opoku Detective Auntie by Uzma Jalaluddin Ill-Fated Fortune by Jennifer J. Chow Death by Dumpling by Vivien Chen
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This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people.
Original music by Amarissa
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| Reality Check: ANTM's Lasting Impact | 05 Mar 2026 | 00:43:55 | |
Nox and Shoshana talk about Reality Check, the recent documentary series that revisits America's Next Top Model. They share their experiences watching the show growing up, reflect on the broader reality TV culture of the time, and discuss how these portrayals of women's bodies shaped their perspectives. Along the way, they unpack the complicated mix of nostalgia, criticism, and cultural impact tied to both the original series and the documentary. If you've been thinking about the legacy of ANTM and what it meant to grow up with shows like it, this conversation is for you.
Books and resources mentioned: RAINN - National Sexual Assault Hotline NEDA - National Eating Disorders Association
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| [MINI POD] Damsel? Never Heard of Her. | 16 Oct 2025 | 00:11:58 | |
MINI POD! We love a hyper-niche genre, and today Jordy dives into three books she's categorizing as satirical feminist fairytales and mysteries. This episode explores how feminism isn't about rejecting the notion of fairytales, but rather rewriting them to our standard.
Mentioned: This Princess Kills Monsters by Ry Herman A Most Agreeable Murder by Julia Seales A Terribly Nasty Business by Julia Seales
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| Book Recommendations with Mother Horror | 14 Oct 2025 | 00:38:45 | |
Feeling ghoulish? We have an expertly curated reading list for you! Mhairie and Mother Horror herself, Sadie Hartmann, share some of their horror book recommendations, using the format and trope categories from Sadie's new book, Feral and Hysterical.
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| [MINI POD] I Who Have Never Known Men | 09 Oct 2025 | 00:04:47 | |
MINI POD! Rah can't stop thinking about the book I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman. Tune in to hear why this book has been stuck on their brain.
Mentioned: Carmen Maria Machado's "'I Who Have Never Known Men' Is A Warning" in the New Yorker
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| Man's Best Friend, Part II: Music, Marketing, and the Algorithms That Shape Us | 07 Oct 2025 | 00:22:51 | |
It may be Swiftemonium out there, but we're still thinking about Sabrina Carpenter. Nox and Ashley wrap up their two-part conversation on Sabrina Carpenter's latest album, Man's Best Friend. They dive into how the music itself compares with the album's rollout, reflect on their favorite tracks, and unpack the growing trend of shorter songs in pop music. The conversation doesn't stop with the music—they also bring in book recommendations that explore themes of music, playlists, and algorithms. Together, they consider how technology influences the way we listen, discover, and connect with art.
Books and Resources Mentioned: Mood Machine: The Rise of Spotify and the Costs of the Perfect Playlist by Liz Pelly This is What it Sounds Like by Susan Rogers and Ogi Ogas Part 1 of this conversation: Man's Best Friend? Why Does Everything Sound Like an Audition Song for the Voice - Rolling Stone Girl, all of these playlists? - Ashley's Substack The Necessity of Music Videos - Feminist Book Club
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| [MINI POD] Thrills & Chills | 02 Oct 2025 | 00:07:26 | |
MINI POD! In this short episode, Jordy shares three fall reads that range from haunting suspense to dark romance and cozy mystery. Whether you're craving a thriller, a morally gray serial killer love story, or a nostalgic whodunnit, this line-up has your fall TBR covered.
Books Mentioned: Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver Murder by Cheesecake: A Golden Girls Cozy Mystery by Rachel Ekstrom Courage Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn
TV shows mentioned: Dexter Only Murders in the Building The Golden Girls
Movies mentioned: Get Out Mr. & Mrs. Smith
Resources: Sirens, Selkies, and Mermaids, oh my! A discussion with Rachel Ekstrom Courage
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| All Things Fantastical | 30 Sep 2025 | 00:35:57 | |
This week we're sailing into magical realms and creeping through gothic shadows! First up, Shoshana and Jordy gush about all things fantasy — what makes the genre so enchanting, why we can't get enough, and a few favorite books to add to your TBR. Then Ashley chats with author Kathleen Kaufman about feminist gothic horror, the Scottish roots behind her novel The Entirely True Story of the Fantastical Mesmerist Nora Grey, and how women's struggles past and present intertwine. Grab your headphones and let's get fantastical!
Books and Resources Mentioned: The Lord of the Rings Series by J.R.R. Tolkien Guilty Pleasures: An Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter Novel by Laurell K. Hamilton Dread Nation by Justina Ireland Sourdough Or, Lois and Her Adventures in the Underground Market: A Novel by Robin Sloan Happily Ever After for All podcast Favorite Books of the Year Podcast A Drop of Venom by Sajni Patel Five Broken Blades by Mai Corland (The Broken Blades series) Cinderella is Dead by Kalynn Bayron Payback's a Witch by Lana Harper River of Teeth by Sarah Gailey That Time I got Drunk and Yeeted a Love Potion at a Werewolf by Kimberly Lemming A Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna Upon a Burning Throne by Ashok K. Banker Dead Witch Walking by Kim Harrison The Entirely True Story of the Fantastical Mesmerist Nora Grey by Kathleen Kaufman
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| [MINI POD] WNBA Memoirs | 25 Sep 2025 | 00:07:58 | |
MINI POD! This short episode is a quick hit of memoirs by former and current women's basketball players in celebration of the current WNBA Play-Offs. Books mentioned:
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| Intro to Romance Books for Non-Romance Readers | 23 Sep 2025 | 00:38:55 | |
The romance genre is what keeps the book industry afloat, but where do you start if you're not typically a romance reader? Join Renee, Mhairie, and Shoshana for a quick introduction to some of the terms used in the romance genre, plus recommendations for folks who don't typically read romance. This episode is perfect for readers new to romance, confused by romance, or long-time romance readers looking for some fresh recommendations! Books mentioned:
Resources mentioned: Smart Bitches, Trashy Books book finder Love's Sweet Arrow (Tinley Park, IL) The Ripped Bodice (Brooklyn and Los Angeles) The Velvet Chapter (Petaluma, CA)
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| Feral and Hysterical: In conversation with Mother Horror | 16 Sep 2025 | 00:33:21 | |
The 'ber months are here, so that means we're reading horror. You know we read horror all year round, but we brought in the expert - Mother Horror herself! Tune in to hear Mhairie chat about horror books, women in horror, becoming an accidental author, and good old fashioned vibes reading. Books mentioned:
Resources mentioned: Nightworms
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| Man's Best Friend? Thoughts on Sabrina Carpenter | 09 Sep 2025 | 00:35:41 | |
In this episode, Mhairie, Ashley, and Nox dive into the bold and provocative album art for Sabrina Carpenter's Man's Best Friend. The conversation explores the layered imagery, the cultural reception, and how it intersects with themes of power, desire, and kink. From feminist critique to playful banter, the hosts unpack how art can spark dialogue around pleasure, performance, and pushing boundaries.
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| Black History 365 | 04 Mar 2026 | 00:16:02 | |
Black History Month may be over, but our joy of reading Black literature has no expiration date! In this episode, Renee shares a new-to-her cozy mystery series featuring a Black single mom investigating mysteries around her daughter's school. Then Casey is back with her Non-Fiction Nook segment, this time highlighting books of Black resistance
Books mentioned: It's Elementary by Elise Bryant The Game Is Afoot by Elise Bryant Brooding Over Bloody Revenge: Enslaved Women's Lethal Resistance by Nikki M. Taylor We Refuse A Forceful History of Black Resistance by Kellie Carter Jackson
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| Girl on Girl, Part II: Desire, Consent, & the Marketplace of Pleasure | 02 Sep 2025 | 00:31:16 | |
Join hosts Ashley, Mhairie, and Mariquita as they return for the much-anticipated follow-up to their deep dive into Girl on Girl by Sophie Gilbert. In this episode, the conversation moves beyond pop culture's impact on women and digs into the murky intersection of porn, commodification, and the market's influence on sexual agency. Prepare for a thoughtful and candid exploration of what it means to possess—and reclaim—real agency in a world that often packages sex and desire as products.
Books Mentioned: Girl on Girl by Sophie Gilbert
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| Affirming Masculinity with Jacob Tobia | 26 Aug 2025 | 00:25:10 | |
Ashley sits down with Jacob Tobia to discuss their book Before They Were Men. Together, they explore why Jacob avoids the phrase "toxic masculinity," what healthier models of masculinity could look like, and how the different places Jacob has lived have shaped their views on gender and gender nonconformity.
Books Mentioned: Before They Were Men: Essays on Manhood, Compassion, and What Went Wrong by Jacob Tobia
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| Girl on Girl: How Pop Culture Turned a Generation of Women Against Themselves | 19 Aug 2025 | 00:30:14 | |
Mariquita, Mhairie, and Ashley dive into Girl on Girl by Sophie Gilbert, unpacking its most thought-provoking themes. In Part I, they explore how reality TV and social media have shaped generational beauty standards, question the pitfalls of so-called "empowerment" movements, and discuss how media literacy can equip the next generation to be both powerful and protected.
Books Mentioned: Girl on Girl: How Pop Culture Turned a Generation of Women Against Themselves by Sophie Gilbert
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| The Hollow Half by Sarah Aziza | 12 Aug 2025 | 00:26:35 | |
Looking for your next beloved memoir? Rah and Ashley dive into The Hollow Half: A Memoir of Bodies and Borders by Sarah Aziza—a lyrical, layered exploration of queerness, family, conflict, and the passage of time. They unpack how Aziza weaves these themes into a deeply personal yet universally resonant narrative, and why savoring the book slowly made all the difference. Content Warnings: disordered eating, sexual assault, self-harm, social justice conflict
Books Mentioned: All the Parts We Exile by Roza Nozari Hijab Butch Blues by Lamya H We Have Always Been Here by Samra Habib The Hundred Years' War on Palestine by Rashid Khalidi One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This by Omar El Akkad
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| Nostalgic Summers and Prophetic Dystopia | 05 Aug 2025 | 00:40:09 | |
Our feminisms contain multitudes. First, Jordy shares some books and tv shows to ingest if you don't want to watch The Summer I Turned Pretty on Amazon but still want the sweet nostalgic summer vibes. Then, Kenesma chats with Idrys Creed about her forthcoming book 14 Flags, a dystopian novel inspired by current events in the spirit of Octavia Butler.
The Summer I Turned Pretty, minus the Bezos (0:22) Join Jordy for a jam-packed episode of book and TV show recommendations that give The Summer I Turned Pretty vibes without supporting Amazon. If you're craving summer swoons, emotional drama, and a sprinkle of teen angst (minus the Prime subscription), she's got you covered with stories full of romance, nostalgia, and self-discovery.
14 Flags with Idrys Creed (7:06) In this episode, Kenesma sits down with writer Idrys Creed for an intimate conversation about her forthcoming novel, 14 Flags. Set in a near-future America marked by fear, surveillance, and silence, 14 Flags is a political thriller that doubles as a timely mirror to our world. Idrys shares her inspiration for the story, her thoughts on truth-telling in dangerous times, and why she believes resistance can be found in the smallest choices. It's a powerful preview of a book that's sure to challenge, provoke, and spark conversation. If you'd like to be a beta reader for this book, email Idrys at idryscreed@gmail.com and let her know Feminist Book Club sent you!
Books Mentioned: Fat Chance, Charlie Vega by Crystal Maldonado Cool for the Summer by Dahlia Adler To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han Every Summer After by Carley Fortune Happy Place by Emily Henry The Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston The Summer of Broken Rules by K.L. Walther Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren Heartstopper by Alice Oseman Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler
TV shows mentioned: Heartstopper on Netflix XO, Kitty on Netflix Never Have I Ever on Netflix The Sex Lives of College Girls on Max
Movie mentioned: To All of the Boys I Loved Before on Netflix
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| Libraries Get It Right While We Get It Wrong | 29 Jul 2025 | 00:46:24 | |
In today's two-part episode, you'll hear some of our contributors take a deep dive into a smattering of library systems across the United States. It's fascinating to compare and contrast different regions, especially in light of funding threats. Libraries certainly do it right. Then hear from a woman who did it all wrong–Rax King–as she discusses her new book Sloppy.
Libraries Across America (0:22) Join Jordy, Shoshana, and Mariquita as they explore the contrasts between funding and accessibility to teen summer reading lists in urban and rural libraries across the U.S. This episode is packed with insights, book recommendations, questions about equity, and a deep dive into what public libraries really offer their communities.
Doing It All Wrong with Rax King (29:53) Rax King, author of Sloppy Or: Doing It All Wrong, joins Ashley to discuss what it means to do it all wrong. They also discuss themes including privilege, power, and recovery. A great point of note is when Rax discussed what pop culture does well about bad behavior.
Books/Resources Mentioned: Girls Made of Snow and Glass by Melissa Bashardoust Forest of a Thousand Lanterns by Julie C. Dao A Pho Love Story by Loan Le The Black Flamingo by Dean Atta The Last Session by Jasmine Walls Queen of Tiles by Hanna Alkaf The Last Bookstore on Earth by Lily Braun-Arnold A Deathly Compendium of Poisonous Plants by Rebecca E. Hirsch American Royals by Katharine McGee Dread Nation by Justina Ireland Recommended Reading by Paul Coccia A Self-Defense Study Guide for Transwomen & Gender Non-Conforming/Nonbinary AMAB Folks by Transfighters Our Voice of Fire by Brandi Morin Curious Tides by Pascale Lacelle If I had Only Told Her by Laura Nowlin Adventures in the Northwoods by Lois Walfrid Johnson Sloppy Or Doing It All Wrong by Rax King
Seminole County Public Library Homepage Orange County Summer Teen Recommendations Glades County Public Library Homepage Suffolk County Public Library Homepage Boston Public Library Summer Reading List for Grades 9-12 Berkshire County Library Homepage Dixon Public Library Reading List Chicago Public Library Homepage Chicago Public Library Reading List (fiction) Chicago Public Library Reading List (non-fiction) Madison County Public Library Homepage Madison County Public Library Reading List Louisville Free Public Library Homepage Louisville Free Public Library Reading List Multnomah County Public Library Homepage Multnomah County Public Library – As My Librarian Josephine Community Library District Milwaukee County Public Library Homepage Sawyer County – Sherman and Ruth Weiss Community Library Homepage
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| Favorite Books of 2025 So Far (Mariquita and Kenesma's version) | 08 Jul 2025 | 00:21:33 | |
Mariquita and Kenesma dive into their top 5 favorite books of 2025 (so far—with six months of reading still ahead!). In this spoiler-free conversation, they highlight memorable quotes, unpack recurring themes, and explore what makes each of these reads so unforgettable. From powerful storytelling to characters that linger long after the last page, this chat is a celebration of books that moved, challenged, and inspired them. Whether you're looking for your next great read or just love hearing people geek out about books, this episode is for you.
Books/Resources Mentioned: Proto: How One Ancient Language Went Global by Laura Spinney Curious History of Sex by Dr. Kate Lister Life Hack for a Little Alien by Alice Franklin Big Girl Small Town by Michelle Gallen The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler This Could be Us by Kennedy Ryan The House of Eve by Sadeqa Johnson Moonrise over New Jessup by Jamila Minnicks Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan Can't Get Enough by Kennedy Ryan Language, Culture, and Identity in St. Martin by Dr. Rhoda Arrindell 14 Flags by Idrys Creed- reach out to Idrys at idryscreed[at]gmail.com to be a Beta Reader
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| The Best and the Best of the Best | 01 Jul 2025 | 00:32:23 | |
We're continuing our series of our team's top five books of the year… and we won't judge one of our contributors for misreading the prompt and sharing her top five books of all time. In fact, it made for an even richer conversation! Join FBC contributors Jordy and Casey as they share their all-time favorite reads and standout books of the year. From thrillers to non-fiction, it's a fun, heartfelt chat for anyone who loves great books, meaningful conversations, and a detour into the Hunger Games universe.
Books/Resources Mentioned: A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster As Long as Grass Grows by Dina Gilio-Whitaker Stamped From the Beginning by Ibram X. Kendi The Rose Bargain by Sasha Peyton Smith The Amalfi Curse by Sarah Penner Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose
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| Righteous Vengeance, Haunting Yet Hopeful | 24 Jun 2025 | 00:46:47 | |
It's no surprise that the FBC Team is incredibly well-read across multiple genres, but this episode especially feels like a testament to that! Join Mariquita and Jordy as they discuss righteous vengeance in two young adult novels. Then stick around for Shoshana and Nox's top five books of 2025 so far to get a taste of haunting yet hopeful books for your TBR.
Faster Pussycat! Kill! Kill! (0:22) Mariquita and Jordy are diving into revenge narratives featuring the justifiable rage of teenage girls as they discuss Kill Creatures by Rory Power and Kill the Lax Bro by Charlotte Lillie Balogh. They also touch on some other titles granting women the power to be angry and discuss how all of this is nothing new.
Shoshana and Nox's top five books of 2025 so far (20:55) Shoshana and Nox discuss their top five books from the first 5 months of 2025. A brief overview and their thoughts on each title is shared, without spoilers, these include: graphic novels, romance, middle grade, non-fiction, poetry and memoirs.
Books/Resources Mentioned and Recommended: Kill the Lax Bro by Charlotte Lillie Balogh Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn When Women Were Dragons by Kelly Barnhill How to Kill Men and Get Away With It by Katy Brent The Summer I Ate the Rich by Maika Moulite and Maritza Moulite Bochica by Carolina Florez-Cerchiaro Something Cheeky by Thien-Kim Lam The Ribbon Skirt by Cameron Mukwa Careless People: A Cautionary Tale of Power, Greed, and Lost Idealism by Sarah Wynn-Williams Textbook Defense by Ashlyn Kane and Morgan James Check Please # 1 and Check Please #2 by Ngozi Ukazu The Full Moon Coffee Shop by Mai Mochizuki, Translated by Jesse Kirkwood The Wrong Way Home by Kate O'Shaughnessy Sharks Don't Sink: Adventures of a Rogue Shark Scientist by Jasmin Graham Falling Back in Love with Being Human: Letters to Lost Souls by Kai Cheng Thom
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| Pride Picks and Ambitious Women | 17 Jun 2025 | 00:29:29 | |
We have a double header for you today! First, you'll hear some of our team's favorite LGBTQIA+ books from the last few years with diverse recommendations from all different genres. Then, get inspired through an interview with Amber Oliver, author of When the Music Hits, as she shares personal insights on ambition and how she wrote ambition into her novel.
Queerly Beloved (0:22) Join FBC contributors Jordy, Shoshana, and Nox as they celebrate Pride Month with a lively conversation about their favorite queer books. From joyful romances to powerful memoirs and boundary-pushing fiction, it's a heartfelt and fun chat filled with recommendations and love for queer storytelling.
The Notes and Roots of Ambition (9:55) Ashley sits down with Amber Oliver, author of When the Music Hits, to talk about the challenges of being an ambitious woman. Amber shares her personal experience being an ambitious Black woman in the publishing industry and how she wrote ambition into her debut novel.
Books/Resources Mentioned and Recommended: The Glass Scientist by S. H. Cotugno Winter's Orbit by Everina Maxwell The Fiancee Farce by Alexandria Bellefleur River of Teeth by Sarah Gailey Out on the Ice by Kelly Farmer Prince & Knight by Daniel Haack Illustrated by Stevie Lewis (picture book) A Costume for Charly by C.K. Malone Illustrated by Alejandra Barajas (picture book) A Quick & Easy Guide to They/Them Pronouns by Tristan Jimerson and Archie Bongiovanni Edge of Glory by Rachel Spangler A Spindle Splintered by Alix E. Harrow A Marvellous Light by Freya Marske Venom and Vow by Anna-Marie McLemore and Elliot McLemore XOXY: A Memoir by Kimberly M. Zieselman The Deep & Dark Blue by Niki Smith Most Ardently: A Pride and Prejudice Remix by Gabe Cole Novoa This Poison Heart duology by Kalynn Bayron Cinderella is Dead by Kalynn Bayron Falling Back in Love with Being Human by Kai Cheng Thom The Witches of Thistle Grove series by Lana Harper When the Music Hits by Amber Oliver
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| A Divisive Book Club Pick | 24 Feb 2026 | 00:27:14 | |
Looking for a book club pick that is certain to conjure up good conversation? In this episode, Renee and Mariquita discuss You'll Never Forget Me by Isha Raya. Described as a sapphic thriller akin to Killing Eve, our podcasters are completely divided on this one. Tune into an almost spoiler-free discussion (the spoiler is clearly identified ahead of time!) and let us know if you pick it up for your next book club pick!
Books mentioned: You'll Never Forget Me by Isha Raya
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| Favorite Books of 2025 So Far (Ashley and Mhairie's version) | 10 Jun 2025 | 00:30:02 | |
Our contributors have paired up to tell one another about their favorite books of the year so far. You'll hear these segments over the next few weeks! Today, Ashley and Mhairie share their top five of 2025. If you're a fan of memoirs or horror, this episode is for you.
Books/Resources Mentioned: Victorian Psycho by Virginia Feito The Rules of Fortune by Danielle Prescod Emily Wilde's Compendium of Lost Tales by Heather Fawcett Something in the Walls by Daisy Pearce The Hidden Staircase by Carolyn Keene The Possession of Alba Diaz by Isabel Cañas
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| Favorite Books + Met Gala Looks | 03 Jun 2025 | 00:29:31 | |
Our contributors have paired up to tell one another about their favorite books of the year so far. You'll hear these segments over the next few weeks! Today, Renee and Yasi share their top five of 2025. Then Ashley reflects on this year's Met Gala, the inspiration behind it, and why it matters.
Renee and Yasi's Favorite Books of the Year (so far) (0:21) Renee and Yasi share their favorite books they've read so far this year, from off-beat contemporary fiction to memoirs of women in tech. You'll want to get your TBRs ready for this segment!
A Bookmark in Fashion: Literature and This Year's Met Gala (21:42) Ashley discusses the book Slaves to Fashion by Monica L. Miller, which inspired this year's Met Gala theme, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style. She also talks about modern dandies, ways in which literature has inspired Met Gala themes, and better thoughtfulness on criticism of the outfits.
Books/Resources Mentioned: Harriet Tubman: Live in Concert by Bob the Drag Queen I'm Not Done with You Yet by Jesse Q. Sutanto Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry Careless People: A Cautionary Tale of Power, Greed, and Lost Idealism by Sarah Wynn-Williams Death of the Author by Nnedi Okorafor Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid Apples Never Fall by Liane Moriarty Fundamentally by Nussaibah Younis Adult's Play: The Upsides of Growing Up by Yasi Agah Slaves to Fashion by Monica L. Miller
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| International Booker Prize Shortlist 2025 | 20 May 2025 | 00:40:50 | |
The International Booker Prize celebrates translated literature from across the world that have been published in the UK or Ireland in the last year. In this episode, Mhairie and Nox split the six shortlisted titles, read them, and share their thoughts with one another. If reading more translated lit is on your bookish bucket list, get your TBRs ready!
Books/Resources Mentioned: The International Booker Prize Perfection by Vincenzo Latronico Small Boat by Vincent Delecroix A Leopard-Skin Hat by Anne Serre On the Calculation of Volume: Book 1 by Solvej Balle Under the Eye of the Big Bird by Hiromi Kawakami Strange Weather in Tokyo by Hiromi Kawakami Also translated by Sophie Hughes: The Remainder by Alia Trabucco Zerán Hurricane Season by Fernanda Melchor
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| Back on Our Reality TV Soapbox | 29 Apr 2025 | 00:31:28 | |
The Amazing Race. Cooking competitions. Bachelor Nation. We touch on a little bit of everything in this episode! Nox, Rah, and Shoshana discuss reality TV's impact on society, considering questions such as what draws viewers to reality TV? What are the ramifications (positive and negative) to the dominance of reality TV? What is the relationship between viewing reality TV and empathy? Join us on a deep dive into the world of unscripted television.
Books/Resources Mentioned: Cue the Rising Sun! By Emily Nussbaum True Story: What Reality TV Says About Us by Danielle J Lindemann Reality Bites Back: The Troubling Truth About Guilty Pleasure TV by Jennifer L. Pozner Fake It Till You Bake It by Jamie Wesley Miss Me with That by Rachel Lindsey How to Win the Bachelor by Chad Kultgen and Lizzy Pace Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay - Podcast Reality TV Has Reshaped Our World, Whether We Like It or Not by Judy Berman - Time Magazine Article
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