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Dates & Mates with Damona HoffmanThe Soulmate Myth & Growth MindsetThe idea of one perfect match is attractive, but the pursuit of soulmates actually prevents singles from moving into committed relationships AND from staying when things get tough. Damona tackles The Soulmate Myth revealing how it leads to an either or mentality and outlines how to approach dating with an abundance mindset instead.Get Damona’s bestselling book “F the Fairy Tale” in ebook, audiobook, and hardcover everywhere books are sold (FtheFairyTaleBook.com)Then join our Book Squad! If you review “F The Fairy Tale” and submit it at DamonaHoff...2024-07-3013 minDates & Mates with Damona HoffmanThe Chemistry Myth & Sleeping TogetherFeeling butterflies with a match may seem like a good sign for your romantic future, but many times it's a window to the past. Damona busts The Chemistry Myth so that you can stop missing the true markers of relationship success and stop second guessing your dating choices. Plus, she answers this spicy Dear Damona question: How fast is too fast to have sex with a new person?Get Damona’s bestselling book “F the Fairy Tale” in ebook, audiobook, and hardcover everywhere books are sold (FtheFairyTaleBook.com)Then join ou...2024-07-2313 minDates & Mates with Damona HoffmanThe Rules Myth & Meaningful ConnectionsSwipe apps have gamified dating but that doesn’t mean you have to play it their way! Damona dives deep into The Rules Myth with love and relationship experts Ariel Ford and Francesca Hoagie in one of her favorite panels from the F the The Fairy Tale Forum last year. Together they address how singles are hungry for shortcuts to finding love and reveal why this approach may be preventing them from making fulfilling connections.Get Damona’s bestselling book “F the Fairy Tale” in ebook, audiobook, and hardcover everywhere books are sold (FtheFairyTaleBook.com)...2024-07-1634 minDates & Mates with Damona HoffmanThe List Myth & Dating MathDo you date by a list? How’s that going for you? Damona tackles The List Myth in the second episode of the “F The Fairy Tale'' Summer Series. Plus, Damona shares some dating math to illustrate how The List Myth hurts you more than helps you…and what you should focus on instead.Get Damona’s bestselling book “F the Fairy Tale” in ebook, audiobook, and hardcover everywhere books are sold (FtheFairyTaleBook.com)Then join our Book Squad! If you review “F The Fairy Tale” and submit it at DamonaHoffman...2024-07-0908 minDates & Mates with Damona HoffmanSummer Love & Dating IRLWe are kicking off the “F The Fairy Tale” Summer Series this week with one of our most-asked questions: Online dating doesn’t work for me. How do I meet my match IRL?Plus, Damona shares dating tips for the summer and her own story of an epic summer romance with a man who went by the name of Mr. Pandemonium.Get Damona’s bestselling book “F the Fairy Tale” in ebook, audiobook, and hardcover everywhere books are sold (FtheFairyTaleBook.com)Then join our Book Squad...2024-07-0217 min
Book Squad GoalsBSG #59: A Fun Guy / Sorrowland with Leah Rachel von Essen / Interview with Catriona WardCome into the woods with the Book Squad and special guest Leah Rachel von Essen to discuss Sorrowland by Rivers Solomon. We talk about the book’s pacing, Vern’s characterization, gender identity and sexuality, the mistreatment of Black people by white America, and of course, mushrooms. Next, Emily interviews Catriona Ward, author of the novel The Last House on Needless Street. You don’t want to miss this fun interview! After that, we dig into some listener feedback on Klara and the Sun, Harrow the Ninth (the sequel to Gideon the Ninth), and The Final Girl Support Group. Join us and...2021-10-052h 10Book Squad GoalsBSG #46: Super Into Twins / The Vanishing HalfJoin the #BookSquad for a chat about Brit Bennett’s newest novel, "The Vanishing Half." We discuss memory and time, identity and choice, and performance, as well as our favorite stories about twins. Next, we read some listener feedback on "Magic for Liars" and "We Set the Dark on Fire" and catch up with what’s on the #BookSquadBlog, including a spooky movie series and book and TV reviews. Watch "The Haunting of Bly Manor" on Netflix for our next #Othersode on October 19, and read along for our next #Bookpisode on Paul Tremblay’s "Survivor Song" on November 2. Send your feedba...2020-10-061h 33Book Squad GoalsBSG #43: The Tina Fey of The Water Dancer / Ta-Nehisi Coates' The Water Dancer with Said MedinaJoin the #BookSquad—and special returning guest Said!—for our discussion of The Water Dancer by Ta-Nehisi Coates. We talk about memory and storytelling, the “magic” of the story, how women are represented in the book, complicated characters, and enslavement. Next, we dig into some listener feedback from Ninth House and offer some reading suggestions from Black writers. Plus, the #BookSquadBlog is BACK! Check it out for new YA Book Club content, plus posts about video games, movies and more! Watch Hamilton with us for our next #Othersode (7/27), and read Magic for Liars by Sarah Gailey for our next #Bookpisode (8/10)! Follow u...2020-07-141h 52Book Squad GoalsBSG #37: The Lesbians Next Door / Elevation & Interview w/Kelly WattThe #BookSquad returns to Castle Rock for a short, uplifting novella by Stephen King. We dig into Elevation to discuss small town politics, tolerance, body issues, and what the heck is going on with our protagonist’s strange weight loss. Plus, we interview Kelly Watt, author of the novel “Mad Dog.” Join us for an extra book in our next #othersode on February 10 as we talk about “The Remaking” by Clay McLeod Chapman. Then join us on February 24 for our next official #bookpisode on “The Need” by Helen Philips. Send listener feedback to thesquad@booksquadgoals.com and don’t forget to subscribe on...2020-01-281h 41Book Squad GoalsBSG #35: Franklin Agrees / American SpyGrab your night-vision goggles and discrete compact because it’s time for some espionage! This week, the #BookSquad covers American Spy by Lauren Wilkinson. We talk about the novel’s epistolary form, racism and sexism in America, questions of loyalty, and the romance at the center of the story. Then we get into some listener feedback about Evvie Drake Starts Over, Circe, and the Memory Police. Check out the #BookSquadBlog for television recaps, holiday-themed posts, and Emily’s 12 Days of Christmas Movies series! Join us on 12/16 for our Best of 2019 / Secret Santa #othersode, and read along with us for our next...2019-12-031h 25Book Squad GoalsOthersode #34: Vaccinate your cult members / Doctor SleepPut on your magic hats and watch out for bathtub ghosts because the #BookSquad is discussing "Doctor Sleep" this week! Join us and special guests Jen and Justin as we dig into the sequel to "The Shining" and discuss the films vs. the novels, what is “scary” in this movie, and how well the movie works overall as a sequel to the original. Head over to the #BookSquadBlog for more content on television, movies and books, and join us for our upcoming episodes! Read along with us for our next #bookpisode on "American Spy" by Lauren Wilkinson (12/2), and listen as we c...2019-11-181h 28Book Squad GoalsBSG #34: Troubled Baby / Freshwater with Leah Rachel von EssenJoin the #BookSquad and special guest Leah Rachel von Essen for our #bookpisode about Akwaeke Emezi’s debut novel, Freshwater. We talk about the novel’s unique, nonlinear narrative structure, mental illness, the spirit world, gender and trauma. Then we get into some listener feedback on Circe and Nine Perfect Strangers and tell you about all of the great recaps, reviews and series on the #BookSquadBlog. Go to the movies and join us on November 18 for our next #othersode about Doctor Sleep, and read along for our next #bookpisode on American Spy by Lauren Wilkinson on December 2!Table of C...2019-11-041h 30Book Squad GoalsOthersode #33: Fear the Worm / My Best Friend's ExorcismThings get downright demonic as the #BookSquad is joined by Mary Kay McBrayer (author and co-host of Everything Trying to Kill You podcast) to talk about Grady Hendrix’s novel My Best Friend’s Exorcism. We talk about rad 80s nostalgia, feminism, religion, class, tropes of possession narratives, and -- most importantly -- friendship! Catch up with us on the #BookSquadBlog with recaps, television and film reviews and more. Read along for our next #bookpisode on Freshwater by Akwaeke Emezi (11/4), and go see Doctor Sleep for our next #othersode (11/18)! Don’t forget to subscribe to #BookSquadGoals so our new episodes hit yo...2019-10-221h 45Book Squad GoalsBSG #33: Lower than Doritos and Salsa / Nine Perfect Strangers with Tirzah PriceAre you ready to change your life? Join the #BookSquad and special guest Tirzah Price (BookRiot) at Tranquillum House for our discussion of 'Nine Perfect Strangers' by Liane Moriarty. We talk about character development, body image, the “wellness” trend, and most importantly, whether Doritos are good. Head to the #BookSquadBlog for more content, including 'Survivor' recaps, a roundup of fall poems, new TV and movie reviews, and Emily’s Spooktober series. Speaking of spooky things, read along with us for our October 21 #othersode on Grady Hendrix’s novel 'My Best Friend’s Exorcism.' After that, our next #bookpisode will cover Akwa...2019-10-071h 36Book Squad GoalsOthersode #32: We Have Always Lived in the Castle with Lisa Kröger and Melanie Anderson!It’s time to get spooky with the #BookSquad and special guests Lisa Kröger and Melanie Anderson, authors of "Monster, She Wrote" (just out from Quirk!!) and hosts of the Know Fear Cast! Join us as we discuss the Shirley Jackson classic "We Have Always Lived in the Castle." We talk about what makes the book frightening, sympathetic magic and rituals, why we love ghosts, and how Shirley Jackson fits into the horror genre. Plus, learn all about Lisa and Melanie’s book and some horror queens you might not have heard of. Head to the #BookSquadBlog for more conte...2019-09-231h 31
BookSquadÉcoutez : entretien avec Vincent Montagne, Président de Média-ParticipationsPrésident de Média-Participations et président du Syndicat National de l'Edition, Vincent Montagne dirige le quatrième plus grand groupe éditorial en France. Avec BookSquad il parle avec passion du livre, de la bande dessinée et de l'édition. Vincent Montagne revient également sur sa carrière, et sur la reprise du groupe Média-Participations à la suite de son père, Rémy Montagne.2019-09-2016 min
BookSquadÉcoutez : entretien avec Pierre Dutilleul, directeur général du Syndicat national de l'éditionAprès avoir été vice-président, puis président, de la Fédération des éditeurs européens, Pierre Dutilleul est aujourd'hui directeur général du Syndicat national de l'édition (SNE). Avec BookSquad il parle de piratage, de livre audio, d'auto-édition et de TVA. Il nous explique aussi pourquoi il préfère parler de surpublication à la place de surproduction. Et l'utilité du projet de book tracking, qui permettra de connaître les ventes réelles pour chaque ouvrage dès 2020.2019-09-0620 minBook Squad GoalsOthersode #31: Laurence Fishburne is an E-mail / Where'd You Go Bernadette & Interview w/Kate DaviesGo missing with the #BookSquad as we discuss the new movie Where’d You Go Bernadette?, based on the novel by Maria Semple. We talk about how the epistolary form translates on screen, the depiction of a few female characters, and the thing everyone is wondering: What is Bernadette’s deal anyway? In the second half of this #othersode, Emily interviews Kate Davies, author of the new novel In at the Deep End, which has been described as a “lesbian Bridget Jones.” Then we get into listener feedback on The Lion King (including the politics of asking for refunds at movies...2019-08-261h 39Book Squad GoalsBSG #31: Speaking of Boning / CirceGet exiled with the #BookSquad to the deserted island of Aeaea as we discuss Madeline Miller’s second novel, "Circe." We talk about our favorite myths, whether this novel is feminist, what’s so great about mortals, witchy witchcraft, and more. We also get into some listener feedback for "The Mars Room" and hear about Emily’s featured bookstore, Star Line Books in Chattanooga. Head to the #BookSquadBlog for more content on your favorite TV shows, movies and other pop culture nonsense. Go see "Where’d You Go, Bernadette?" in theaters for our next #othersode on 8/26, and read the brand new nove...2019-08-121h 32Book Squad GoalsOthersode #30: Simba Did It Fully Nude / The Lion King 2019In the jungle, the mighty jungle, the #BookSquad meets todaaaaay! Get your singing voices ready for our discussion of the new "Lion King" remake. Special guest Said joins us to talk about the visual effects, standout (and not-so-standout) performances, our favorite songs, and storytelling in the Pridelands. Plus we get into some listener feedback on our "Black Mirror" #othersode and talk about what's on the #BookSquadBlog! Read along with us for the next #bookpisode on Madeline Miller's "Circe" (August 12). You've still got three days for your contribution to the Adam Cramond Martin Travel Award to be matched in honor of...2019-07-291h 29Book Squad GoalsOthersode #29: Kelli Is Single / Black Mirror Season 5If this podcast was a "Black Mirror" episode, the #BookSquad would take over your brain and control your motor functions and force you to subscribe to our podcast...alas, this is just a regular BSG episode, but it’s about "Black Mirror" - Season 5. We dig into this three-episode season and discuss themes of gender, sexuality, teenage girldom, and more. We also talk about the best and worst episodes of the show overall, and what worked and didn’t work in Season 5. Head over to the #BookSquadBlog for reality tv recaps, the return of the Late to the Game and #PodS...2019-07-011h 26Book Squad GoalsBSG #29: Emma Fay Voice / The Mars RoomGrab an orange jumpsuit and cuff your ankles together because the #BookSquad is heading to prison this week for our discussion of Rachel Kushner’s novel The Mars Room. We talk about characterization, how this relates to other prison-based media, and what this book is or isn’t trying to say about the justice system. We also read lots of listener feedback on An Absolutely Remarkable thing. (Thanks, #goalies! Keep it coming!) Head to the #BookSquadBlog for various TV recaps, movie reviews, music reviews and more, and watch Black Mirror season five with us for our next othersode on July 1! 2019-06-171h 20Book Squad GoalsOthersode #28: I want it, I got it / TravelsodeThis week, instead of traveling to the fictional locale of a novel, we’re going to New Orleans IN REAL LIFE. That’s right, the #BookSquad got together for real and spent a weekend trying food and drink, looking for lost cars, taking high-quality model photos, singing karaoke and basking in the sweet warmth of togetherness. Follow us on our trip where we did not actually see Ariana Grande, but we did talk about her a lot. You’re welcome. Send your feedback to thesquad@booksquadgoals.com, and read "The Mars Room" by Rachel Kushner for our next episode on June 1...2019-06-041h 09
BookSquadÉcoutez : entretien avec Jörn Cambreleng, directeur d’ATLASJörn Cambreleng est le directeur de l’Association pour la promotion de la traduction littéraire (ATLAS), fondée à l’initiative de l’Association des Traducteurs de la Langue Française (ATLF). Formation continue, rendez-vous professionnels, vulgarisation et promotion auprès du public sont au cœur de ce second podcast dédié à la traduction.2019-05-2212 minBook Squad GoalsOthersode #27: Putdownable: A Hatepisode / A Stranger in the HouseGrab a drink because you’re gonna need it. It’s time for our second #Hatepisode, featuring "A Stranger in the House" by Shari Lapena. We discuss the bonkers plot, the cardboard characters, and the oh-my-goodness-it’s-so-bad writing. Then we dig into some reviews so you don’t just take our word for it. Everything gets way better after that because it’s also our second BIRTHDAYSODE! Listen as we exchange gifts and tell each other how awesome we are. Read along for our next #Bookpisode, a book we think you’ll actually like, with "An Absolutely Remarkable Thing" by Hank Green...2019-05-061h 32
BookSquadÉcoutez : traduire grâce à l’Intelligence Artificielle (IA), par Nicolas Bousquet et Alexandre StoraNicolas Bousquet, directeur scientifique de Quantmetry, et Alexandre Stora, directeur de Anova, start-up studio de Quantmetry, reviennent sur la parution en octobre dernier de Deep Learning, le premier livre traduit intégralement par une IA (intelligence artificielle) de l’anglais vers le français.2019-05-0314 minBook Squad GoalsBSG #27: We Need To Talk About Gretel / GingerbreadThings get magically weird this week as the #BookSquad discusses ‘Gingerbread’ by Helen Oyeyemi. We discuss childhood and nostalgia, friendship and family relationships, and what the heck is actually happening plot-wise. Plus, we talk about some of our own family recipes and get into 'Pet Sematary' feedback. Head over to the #BookSquadBlog for more content, including TV recaps, book reviews and other miscellany. Next Up: HATEpisode #2! Rage-read along with us for Shari Lapena’s novel ‘A Stranger in the House,’ coming up on the next othersode. On our next bookpisode, we’re covering ‘An Absolutely Remarkable Thing’ by Hank Green. Check our social...2019-04-221h 30
BookSquadÉcoutez : entretien avec Camille Lamache, comédienne et lectrice de livres audioComédienne et lectrice livres audio, Camille Lamache revient pour BookSquad sur son métier, ses missions, et le livre audio en général.2019-04-1708 minBook Squad GoalsOthersode #26: Sometimes Dad Is Better / Pet SemataryGet unburied with the #BookSquad (and special guest Charlie, Emily’s dad!) as we come back from the dead to talk about the new 2019 film adaptation of Stephen King’s “Pet Sematary.” We discuss grief, death and the big changes between the book (and the 1989 film) and the new movie. Plus, you get to learn a little about our childhood pets! Then we dig into some Captain Marvel listener feedback and tell you what’s on the #BookSquadBlog right now. Up next for our #bookpisode: "Gingerbread" by Helen Oyeyemi. Read along with us for that and for our next #othersode, where we’l...2019-04-091h 40
BookSquadÉcoutez : entretien avec Solène Bouton, présidente de l'ACLFLa présidente de l'Association des Correcteurs de Langue Française (ACLF) nous présente le métier de lecteur correcteur et les missions de cette association qui fête célèbre sa première année d'existence.2019-03-2911 minBook Squad GoalsBSG #26: Is Eggplant A Berry? / Fruit of the Drunken TreeThe #BookSquad takes a shady trip to 1990s Colombia this week as we discuss "Fruit of the Drunken Tree" by Ingrid Rojas Contreras. We talk about the historical fiction genre, trauma and violence, womanhood, and the relationship between the book's two protagonists, Chula and Petrona. Plus, we talk more about "Captain Marvel" and get Susan’s thoughts on how awesome the movie is. There’s plenty of great content on the #BookSquadBlog, including TV recaps, movie reviews and more! LISTEN UP, GOALIES: Please send us listener feedback on any of our episodes or blogs to thesquad@booksquadgoals.com. We love hear...2019-03-251h 34
BookSquadEntretien avec Chantal Lachkar, directrice de la bibliothèque du musée des Arts décoratifs à ParisNée place des Vosges (Paris 4) il y a 155 ans, méconnue du grand public, la bibliothèque des Arts décoratifs a pris ses quartiers en 1904 dans l’aile de Marsan du palais du Louvre, où elle accueille toujours le grand public, les étudiants et professionnels des mondes des arts et de la publicité. Après 9 mois de travaux de rénovation, cette bibliothèque au fonds unique a rouvert ses portes le 4 mars 2019. Sa directrice, Chantal Lachkar, nous parle de cet établissement hors normes.2019-03-1608 minBook Squad GoalsOthersode #25: What's a cat? / Captain Marvel!The #BookSquad crash lands on planet C-53, aka Earth in the mid-90s, to talk about "Captain Marvel," the newest origin story movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. We discuss where this movie fits in the MCU, how it works as trauma narrative, the film's feminist themes, how it compares to other superhero origin stories, and — of course — Goose the cat! Plus, we give you a rundown of what's on the #BookSquadBlog (it's a lot of recaps!) and what's up next on the pod. Read along with us for our next #bookpisode on "Fruit of the Drunken Tree" by Ingrid Roja...2019-03-111h 21
BookSquadEntretien avec Emmanuelle Garcia, directrice de Mobilis (Pays de la Loire)Emmanuelle Garcia nous parle du dynamisme de l'industrie du livre dans la région ; ainsi que des nombreuses missions de l'association qu'elle dirige depuis 5 ans, au coeur du secteur.2019-02-1216 min
CMM.HK: ????? 1Othersode #24: Begging to be Poked / #BOOKSQUADGAMESThings get downright whimsical this week as the #BookSquad plays Magical Fury with special guest Todd! Join Becky, Kitty, Heather and Hook at North Bay High School as they encounter a ~strange happening~ and transform into magical girls to battle with some unsavory creatures. We'll let you decide who has the coolest magical girl powers after you listen. After the magic dust settles, we cover what's on the #BookSquadBlog and what's next on the podcast. Write to us about anything you'd like at thesquad@booksquadgoals.com, and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
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0:30 – Game intro
4:45 – Let’s get in...2019-02-111h 38Book Squad GoalsOthersode #24: Begging to be Poked / #BOOKSQUADGAMESThings get downright whimsical this week as the #BookSquad plays Magical Fury with special guest Todd! Join Becky, Kitty, Heather and Hook at North Bay High School as they encounter a ~strange happening~ and transform into magical girls to battle with some unsavory creatures. We'll let you decide who has the coolest magical girl powers after you listen. After the magic dust settles, we cover what's on the #BookSquadBlog and what's next on the podcast. Write to us about anything you'd like at thesquad@booksquadgoals.com, and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Episode TOC: 0:30 – Ga...2019-02-111h 38CMM.HK: ????? 1Othersode #23: The Worst Game of F, Marry, Kill / My Brilliant FriendCome with the #BookSquad on a not-so-luxurious European vacation to 1950s postwar Naples, Italy to discuss the HBO series My Brilliant Friend. We talk female friendship (and frenemy-ship), toxic masculinity, and the show’s (forgive us) brilliant choices in setting, design, and photography. And of course, we answer the most important question: F*ck, Marry, Kill: Stefano, Nino, and Marcello? Yes, we fully expect you to write in with your answers. After the show, we get into listener feedback on Suspiria and read your favorite things of 2018. Mary tells us about Lemuria, this month’s featured bookstore, and we break down...2019-01-141h 34Book Squad GoalsOthersode #23: The Worst Game of F, Marry, Kill / My Brilliant FriendCome with the #BookSquad on a not-so-luxurious European vacation to 1950s postwar Naples, Italy to discuss the HBO series My Brilliant Friend. We talk female friendship (and frenemy-ship), toxic masculinity, and the show’s (forgive us) brilliant choices in setting, design, and photography. And of course, we answer the most important question: F*ck, Marry, Kill: Stefano, Nino, and Marcello? Yes, we fully expect you to write in with your answers. After the show, we get into listener feedback on Suspiria and read your favorite things of 2018. Mary tells us about Lemuria, this month’s featured bookstore, and we break down...2019-01-141h 34CMM.HK: ????? 1Othersode #21: Swilda Tinton / SuspiriaJoin the #BookSquad — er, #BookCoven — for a not-so-scary look at the new "Suspiria," directed by Luca Guadagnino. We talk about what worked and what didn't work (but mostly what didn't work) in this re-imagining of the 1977 film. Is the dancing good? Why is Tilda Swinton playing so many characters? And most importantly, what would "Suspiria" sound like as a Rihanna song? We answer all this and more, plus we hear some listener feedback on "Castle Rock!" Read along with us for our next #bookpisode on Celeste Ng's "Little Fires Everywhere," which drops on December 3rd.
1:00 – What would you use as a fron...2018-11-191h 15Book Squad GoalsOthersode #21: Swilda Tinton / SuspiriaJoin the #BookSquad — er, #BookCoven — for a not-so-scary look at the new "Suspiria," directed by Luca Guadagnino. We talk about what worked and what didn't work (but mostly what didn't work) in this re-imagining of the 1977 film. Is the dancing good? Why is Tilda Swinton playing so many characters? And most importantly, what would "Suspiria" sound like as a Rihanna song? We answer all this and more, plus we hear some listener feedback on "Castle Rock!" Read along with us for our next #bookpisode on Celeste Ng's "Little Fires Everywhere," which drops on December 3rd. 1:00 – What would you use as...2018-11-191h 15CMM.HK: ????? 1BSG #19: Jaysus! / The TrespasserGet out your magnifying glasses because it’s time for a classic detective story as we dive into Tana French’s newest novel, ‘The Trespasser.’ The #BookSquad talks about the mystery genre, the “femme fatale” character type, and subverting expectations in detective fiction. Plus, we answer the question: Just how Irish is this book? (Spoiler: Jaysus! It’s very Irish.) There’s even a new segment in this episode called Emily Recommends, where Emily tells you which Tana French book you should read next! Then we read some listener feedback from our last fullpisode on ‘The Leftovers.’ After you listen to this, check out o...2018-09-101h 23Book Squad GoalsBSG #19: Jaysus! / The TrespasserGet out your magnifying glasses because it’s time for a classic detective story as we dive into Tana French’s newest novel, ‘The Trespasser.’ The #BookSquad talks about the mystery genre, the “femme fatale” character type, and subverting expectations in detective fiction. Plus, we answer the question: Just how Irish is this book? (Spoiler: Jaysus! It’s very Irish.) There’s even a new segment in this episode called Emily Recommends, where Emily tells you which Tana French book you should read next! Then we read some listener feedback from our last fullpisode on ‘The Leftovers.’ After you listen to this, check out o...2018-09-101h 23CMM.HK: ????? 1Othersode #17: Murder Murder Murder, Kill Kill Kill / Sorry to Bother YouHi, um, sorry to bother you, this is the #BookSquad, and we just want to talk to you about this movie we saw. Listen as we discuss Boots Riley's directorial debut, Sorry to Bother You, starring LaKeith Stanfield and Tessa Thompson. We talk about "white voice," political satire, and that VERY weird thing none of us saw coming. (Yes, there are spoilers, as always!) Plus, we read some great listener feedback on Westworld and Hereditary. Check out the #BookSquadBlog for more awesome content on books, video games, tv shows, and movies. Next up on our fullpisode: The Leftovers by Tom...2018-07-301h 15Book Squad GoalsOthersode #17: Murder Murder Murder, Kill Kill Kill / Sorry to Bother YouHi, um, sorry to bother you, this is the #BookSquad, and we just want to talk to you about this movie we saw. Listen as we discuss Boots Riley's directorial debut, Sorry to Bother You, starring LaKeith Stanfield and Tessa Thompson. We talk about "white voice," political satire, and that VERY weird thing none of us saw coming. (Yes, there are spoilers, as always!) Plus, we read some great listener feedback on Westworld and Hereditary. Check out the #BookSquadBlog for more awesome content on books, video games, tv shows, and movies. Next up on our fullpisode: The Leftovers by Tom...2018-07-301h 15CMM.HK: ????? 1BSG #17: YOSS Queen! / Super Extra GrandeDrink along with us as the #BookSquad discusses "Super Extra Grande," a short novel by Cuban sci-fi author and metal band member, Yoss. Find out what our metal band personas would be before we delve into some serious misogyny issues in this book. We talk sci-fi tropes, Spanglish, and how the heck a thing can be both giant AND a single-celled organism. For listener feedback, we go all the way back to "Fates and Furies" to revisit Lotto and Mathilde and talk about our favorite books we never want to revisit. We've also got tons of great posts for your...2018-07-161h 21Book Squad GoalsBSG #17: YOSS Queen! / Super Extra GrandeDrink along with us as the #BookSquad discusses "Super Extra Grande," a short novel by Cuban sci-fi author and metal band member, Yoss. Find out what our metal band personas would be before we delve into some serious misogyny issues in this book. We talk sci-fi tropes, Spanglish, and how the heck a thing can be both giant AND a single-celled organism. For listener feedback, we go all the way back to "Fates and Furies" to revisit Lotto and Mathilde and talk about our favorite books we never want to revisit. We've also got tons of great posts for your...2018-07-161h 21CMM.HK: ????? 1Othersode #16: Girl, look at that robutt / WestworldJoin the #BookSquad in the dusty, violent old west as we take on season 2 of HBO's 'Westworld' and spoil literally everything. Find out what "world" squad members want to go to, how we think season 2 compares to season 1, who are favorite characters are, and what worked and didn't work this go-round. Also, what's a robutt? We read some great listener feedback about 'Solo' and 'Hereditary' (and therefore get spooked about 'Hereditary' all over again!). Plus, find out what's on the #BookSquadBlog and what's coming up on the next fullpisode! Read along with us for 'Super Extra Grande' by Yoss, and...2018-07-021h 25Book Squad GoalsOthersode #16: Girl, look at that robutt / WestworldJoin the #BookSquad in the dusty, violent old west as we take on season 2 of HBO's 'Westworld' and spoil literally everything. Find out what "world" squad members want to go to, how we think season 2 compares to season 1, who are favorite characters are, and what worked and didn't work this go-round. Also, what's a robutt? We read some great listener feedback about 'Solo' and 'Hereditary' (and therefore get spooked about 'Hereditary' all over again!). Plus, find out what's on the #BookSquadBlog and what's coming up on the next fullpisode! Read along with us for 'Super Extra Grande' by Yoss, and...2018-07-021h 25CMM.HK: ????? 1Othersode #15: Solo: A Donald Glover StoryThe Squad returns to a galaxy far, far away to discuss Solo: A Star Wars Story in this othersode. We get into the film's production woes, the reasons behind exploring this particular character, action versus world-building, the fate of the female characters, the dumb spelling of Qi'ra, how this stacks up to recent franchise installments, and THAT CAMEO. You know which one. Plus, catch up on what's on the #BookSquadBlog and read along for our next fullpisode by picking up I'll Be Gone In the Dark by Michelle McNamara! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe. Send your thoughts on...2018-06-041h 09Book Squad GoalsBSG #14: Birthday-sode / The MothersThe #BookSquad visits SoCal this week as we discuss The Mothers, Brit Bennett's stellar debut novel. We cover motherhood (duh!), guilt, grief, and the like. But have no fear, this isn't a bummer episode! In fact, it's pretty cute. The Squad is celebrating the one-year podversary of #BookSquadGoals, so you'll also get to hear us exchange "secret Santa" gifts in honor of this special birthday. Thank you for listening to us for a whole year, and don't forget to rate and review us and check us out on booksquadgoals.com!1:08--Podcast new year resolutions5:27--Summary8:00--Perspective...2018-04-231h 36Book Squad GoalsBSG #13: DNF Something / No One Is Coming to Save UsJoin the #BookSquad in Pinewood, North Carolina for a not-so-Gatsby retelling of 'The Great Gatsby' in 'No One Is Coming to Save Us' by Stephanie Powell Watts. The squad discusses characterization, pregnancy and motherhood, and the role of memory and the past in this novel. Find out which Squad members liked the book and which ones felt... differently. Plus, we dig into some great listener feedback on our 'American War' and 'Annihilation' episodes! Emily tells us about this month's featured bookstore, Little Shop of Stories in Decatur, GA, and we tell you what's on the #BookSquadBlog and what we're discussing...2018-03-261h 35Book Squad GoalsBSG #12 - Zombie Carolina / American WarThis week, the squad tackles global warming and animosity between the North and South. Are we talking about the past? Are we talking about the present? Neither! We're discussing America in the year 2073 as the country is in the middle of its second Civil War. Join us as we discuss Omar El Akkad's novel "American War," which gave us a lot of material to talk about. Then we read listener feedback about "The Book of Speclation," "The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo," and our favorite: "Fifty Shades Freed"! 1:05–we miss Susan!2:15–who’s your favorite president and why?2018-02-261h 39Book Squad GoalsMinisode #9: Star Wars is Just Like the Lizzie McGuire MovieA long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away…four women known as the #BookSquad braved crowded theaters on opening weekend to see the new Star Wars movie: The Last Jedi. Listen as we discuss our favorite Star Wars movies, the best characters (Kylo Ren and Poe, duh), what's up with Luke Skywalker, why Leia is still a badass, how the Force works, and of course, PORGS. Plus, we give you the scoop on our next book, Erika Swyler's The Book of Speculation, and what's on the #BookSquadBlog. Don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes. May the fo...2017-12-181h 28Book Squad GoalsBSG #9: I'm More of a Bundy Girl / The GirlsDive into the gritty, acid-soaked world of Emma Cline's 'The Girls' with the Squad. Get in the Mansony mood by taking the Which Famous Serial Killer Are You? quiz with us. Then we discuss Cline's writing style and why we love our narrator, Evie, and explore Evie's complex relationships with the various female characters in the book. (Bonus: you get to hear a bit about what the Squad members were like as teenage girls!) We get into the real story of the Manson Family and the character of Russell, the cult leader from 'The Girls.' Plus, hear what we're...2017-12-041h 20Book Squad GoalsBSG #8: Borne is Flubber, Rats are Forever / BorneWhat is Borne? Human? Weapon? Flubber?! The Squad discusses Jeff Vandermeer’s "Borne." Join us for the great sci-fi vs. fantasy debate and hear what we think about “The New Weird.” While this book is no Southern Reach Trilogy, there’s still lots of cool stuff going on, including one very questionable twist that shocked Mary in real time. Plus, what’s up next on the blog and the podcast. Rate, review, and enter our next giveaway! Rules at booksquad.ink/thegirlsgiveaway.Check out this month’s featured book store, Avid Bookshop! http://www.avidbookshop.com0:27 – Welcome, welcome to the...2017-11-061h 26Book Squad GoalsMinisode #7: Meltedy Spoonpisode / RoomThe Book Squad explores the tiny yet oh-so-rich world of "Room" by Emma Donoghue. We talk about our favorite Jack-isms, Ma's character, and how we feel about the child narration. We also answer a terrible bookclub discussion question and dive into the real (and really awful) story that inspired "Room." Plus: Emily and Mary review Happy Death Day, and we tell you what's on the #BookSquadBlog and what's coming up on the podcast. Rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends! And don't forget to enter our Borne giveaway! The simple rules are at booksquad.ink/bornegiveaway. May the odds be...2017-10-231h 02Book Squad GoalsBSG #7: Hello, Infant / All the Ugly and Wonderful ThingsFind out what happens when the whole Book Squad finally agrees on a book! (As Kelli says, now we know "what we can all get on board with.") This week the Squad discusses Bryn Greenwood's "All the Ugly and Wonderful Things," and questions their own morals as they root for a very problematic relationship to succeed. Listen as they dissect Wavy and Kellen's relationship, the book's varying POVs, and why they're mostly happy for Wavy in the end. Plus, the Squad answers "IT" questions and talks about other horror movies. Don't forget to enter our "Borne" giveaway! Simply rate, review...2017-10-091h 27Book Squad GoalsMinisode #5: Sorting Orphans / Interview with Laurel SnyderThe Book Squad supports Susan in the next step of her Harry Potter journey: her official sorting! Find out what house she gets and what the other Squad members are. Plus, Emily interviews Laurel Snyder, author of 'Orphan Island.' They discuss where the idea for the book came from, YA and middle-grade literature, books that make you think, and, of course, pets! Be sure to enter our giveaway contest to win a signed copy of 'Orphan Island!' Details in the episode and on our website, http://booksquad.ink (like a squid).00:28 - Introduction: our favorite books...2017-08-281h 10Book Squad GoalsBSG #5: The Book is Always Better: The Girl with All the GiftsSpecial guest Adam joins the squad for a discussion of M. R. Carey's "The Girl with All the Gifts." We talk zombie tropes, narrative style, and what it means to be human. We also talk about the movie, which we were led to believe would be better than it was. Plus: five-minute Bachelorette thoughts, what's on the BSG blog, and what's happening in our next minisode (spoiler alert: we've got our first author interview!).3:05 - Introducing special guest, Adam!4:45 - Introduction to the book and the terribleness of Goodreads summaries 10:22 - Initial thoughts and ratings...2017-08-141h 34Book Squad GoalsBSG #4: A Tale of Group Parenting, Romance, and BBQ / Perfect Little WorldBBQ. Child Psychology. Group Parenting. Kevin Wilson's "Perfect Little World" has just about everything, but the Squad would really like some more reality show-style trash, please. Join the Squad as we discuss the novel's characters, pacing, and of course, the significance of the almighty BBQ. Plus, the Squad tells you what we're into lately and answers listener questions on "Horrorstör" and "The Handmaid's Tale." Stick around for hot takes on which Fiennes brother is the superior one and why dry weddings are the worst.00:16 - Disclaimer: We’re still learning how microphones work00:56 - Introductions: Cute pet...2017-07-171h 23Book Squad GoalsBSG #3: Horrorstör: JUST ORSK!This week, the Book Squad explores a haunted IKEA-esque furniture outlet in a discussion of Grady Hendrix's 'HORRORSTÖR!' Warning: spooky sounds to follow.1:13 - Introductions - What horror movie subgenre is scariest to you?6:03 - What did we think? General thoughts and Giveaway Info! Official rules here: https://booksquad.ink/giveaway.html17:19 - The book design 21:07 - Was this book scary?29:19 - How important is it to be scared of a horror story?30:34 - We are Babashook!34:18 - Action descriptions and why they’re hard to read35:44 - Met...2017-06-191h 34