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Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery at Mead's Mountain (Part 7)Send us a textLisa and Amy explore the final two chapters of Trixie Belden & The Mystery at Mead’s Mountain in this episode. Trixie, Honey & Jim catch the kidnappers, a dangerous rescue mission is undertaken, and everyone rings in the New Year! It’s an action-packed episode, that will make you wonder what the author was thinking! In Lisa’s ender, it’s time for an entertaining Doll Party from the Junior Party Book by Bernice Wells Carlson.Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. It really helps us get the word...2025-01-271h 32Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: Mystery at Mead's Mountain (Part 5)Send us a textLisa and Amy continue exploring Trixie Belden and The Mystery at Mead’s Mountain. Dr. Brian treats Mr. Moonshine's skiing injury, young Rosie exhibits kleptomaniacal tendencies, and Trixie and Honey set out on a risky secret mission.Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. It really helps us get the word out about the podcast! You can still listen on your regular platform. Follow this link and click the “listen on Apple podcast” button. Then click on the rate and review tab to reach the correct page. https://podcasts.apple...2024-11-221h 07Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: Mystery at Mead's Mountain (Part 4)Send us a textLisa and Amy continue their exploration of Trixie Belden and The Mystery at Mead’s Mountain. Mart miraculously recovers from his harrowing escape from an avalanche. Trixie and Honey find themselves unwelcome at the cabin in the woods. Plans to dine at a vegetarian restaurant disappoint Mart, and Jenzzles are now available for purchase.Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. It really helps us get the word out about the podcast! You can still listen on your regular platform. Follow this link and click the “listen on Apple podca...2024-11-071h 10Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery at Mead's Mountain (Part 3)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy continue their exploration of The Mystery at Mead’s Mountain. Things take a deadly turn at the ski lodge when Mart gets caught in an avalanche, but there's no need to alert any adults—The BWGs and Dr. Brian are handling it.Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. It really helps us get the word out about the podcast! You can still listen on your regular platform. Follow this link and click the “listen on Apple podcast” button. Then click on the rate and...2024-10-241h 33Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery at Mead's Mountain (Part 2)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy continue their exploration of The Mystery at Mead’s Mountain. The BWGs make the most of their time by having a snowball fight in the swimming pool and taking a ski lesson. Trixie's detective instincts kick in when the BWGs get locked out, a staff member loses money, and Honey's watch vanishes.Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. It really helps us get the word out about the podcast! You can still listen on your regular platform. Follow this link an...2024-08-281h 14Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery at Mead's Mountain (Part 1)Send us a textIt’s time for another new Trixie Belden! Lisa and Amy delve into The Mystery at Mead’s Mountain in this episode. The BWGs visit Vermont on a mission to assess a ski resort for Mr. Wheeler. When they arrive at the lodge, a combination of both suspicious and unassuming people greet them. The mystery kicks off when they find out, much to their surprise, that someone has already vandalized their room. Also, Dan can’t go, Di does go and Trixie assumes the role of a pilot (gulp).Plea...2024-06-221h 10Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery of the Castaway Children (Part 4)Send us a textLisa and Amy finish off The Mystery of the Castaway Children with a lively discussion. Even though the case may be solved, there are still many unanswered questions! The main one is: If no one kidnaps anyone, can there still be a kidnapping?Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. It really helps us get the word out about the podcast! You can still listen on your regular platform. Follow this link and click the “listen on Apple podcast” button. Then click on the rate and review tab to reach...2024-05-131h 31Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery of the Castaway Children (Part 3)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa & Amy discuss the next few chapters of The Mystery of the Castaway Children. Trixie and Honey find more clues than they know what to do with as they continue their quest to solve the mystery of Davy’s disappearance. Maybe a goat named Nancy is the key to everything… tune in to learn more!Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. It really helps us get the word out about the podcast! You can still listen on your regular platform. Follow this link and click the...2024-04-291h 53Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery of the Castaway Children (Part 2)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa & Amy continue their convoluted journey into The Mystery of the Castaway Children. Trixie competes with Sgt. Molinson over clue discoveries, Di becomes the abandoned baby’s live-in nanny at Crabapple Farm and baby Moses (now Dodgy) is reunited with his parents. Plus, Trixie misplaces an important clue and Molinson actually enlists the help of the Belden-Wheeler Detective Agency to solve his case.Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. It really helps us get the word out about the podcast! You can still listen on yo...2024-04-171h 39Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery of the Castaway Children (Part 1)Send us a textLisa and Amy kick off a new Trixie Belden book in this episode. The Mystery of the Castaway Children has them scratching their heads as they figure out what they need to know and what’s just extra fluff. There’s an abandoned baby in Reddy’s doghouse, and everyone fights over who gets to feed him. The BWGs name the poor little boy Moses Bob-White. The Beldens agree to foster the child, as Trixie and Honey (in coordination with Molinson) get on the case of locating his parents.Please rate a...2024-04-051h 35Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery Off Old Telegraph Road (Part 5)Send us a textIn this episode, Amy & Lisa finally finish up The Mystery Off Old Telegraph Road. Bobby locks himself inside the house (and everyone else outside); Trixie gets herself into a sorry spot with the counterfeiters; Nick sort of saves the day, and the bikeathon is a success!Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. It really helps us get the word out about the podcast! You can still listen on your regular platform. Follow this link and click the “listen on Apple podcast” button. Then click on the rate and revi...2024-03-131h 39Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery Off Old Telegraph Road (Part 4)Send us a textAmy and Lisa tick off another four chapters of The MysteryOff Old Telegraph Road. Somebody doesn't want the BWG's bike-a-thon to happen. Once Di Lynch's bike tires are slashed, Mr. Maypenny's game cart is destroyed, and Honey & Mrs. Vanderpoel receive threatening phone calls, the gang must consider if the fundraiser is worth the danger. Heads up: Sargeant Molinson doesn't think so...Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. It really helps us get the word out about the podcast! You can still listen on your regular platform. F...2024-02-261h 18Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: Mystery Off Old Telegraph Road (Part 3)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy work their way through three more chapters of The Mystery Off Old Telegraph Road. The BWGs work to get the word out about the bike-a-thon while Nick Roberts and Ben Riker do their best to place obstacles in their path.Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. It really helps us get the word out about the podcast! You can still listen on your regular platform. Follow this link and click the “listen on Apple podcast” button. Then click on t...2024-02-1252 minBooks From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery Off Old Telegraph Road (Part 2)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy work their way through three more chapters of The Mystery Off Old Telegraph Road. The BWGs go into high gear as they plan the bike-a-thon fundraiser, but Ben Riker and Nick (the artist) are doing what they can to stand in the way. Also, Trixie and Honey are in a major junior high throwdown, revealing Trixie's insecurity in their relationship.In her ender, Lisa treats you to a “Slumber Party” courtesy of the Frankel’s book Unusual Party Ideas and Games...2024-01-291h 19Books From the BasementBonus Episode #14: Christmas 2023Send us a textHappy Holidays to all our amazing listeners! Please enjoy our 2023 Annual Christmas Bonus episode. It may only consist of one party, but it's much more than enough for your enjoyment! Can you help Lisa and Amy figure out the "Grand Opening" Party for "Big Luke's Discount House?" One of their questions is, how much of a party must be about Christmas for it to be called a Christmas party?"Christmas Time Party" is from Any Time is Party Time by Floye L. Free.Please rate and r...2023-12-2653 minBooks From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery Off Old Telegraph Road (Part 1)Send us a textIt’s time for Lisa and Amy to start another Trixie Belden Book! What’s in the queue? The Secret Off Old Telegraph Road. School’s almost out for the summer (again) and the BWGs want to help the art department with some well-needed supplies. Unfortunately, it looks like the return of Ben Riker, who is hanging around with the “bad boys” at Sleepyside Junior-Senior High, may throw a wrench into the club’s plan to host a bike-a-thon fundraiser!To celebrate Thanksgiving, Lisa treats you to a “Turkey Tr...2023-11-241h 23Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Secret of the Unseen Treasure (Part 4)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy finish their analysis of The Secret of the Unseen Treasure. Despite this four-part series, many unanswered questions remain. Lisa and Amy make every effort to decipher all of it, but sometimes there are simply no answers. Toss some illegal drugs into a BWG mystery and everything goes a little bananas!In her ender, Lisa follows up her Halloween episode with a list of interesting things that can go wrong in a haunted attraction!Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts2023-11-131h 52Books From the BasementBonus Episode #13: Halloween 2023Send us a textHappy Halloween 🎃 to all our listeners! It's time for our 3rd annual Halloween Episode! It's fright night, and Lisa has all kinds of scary tidbits to share. If you like haunted houses, this episode is for you. Enjoy Lisa & Amy's conversation as they discuss some very scary places that people are willing to visit in honor of the holiday. Also, if your own house is haunted and you're looking to sell, Lisa has some tips on how to pull it off! And it wouldn't be Halloween without mention of the T...2023-10-311h 31Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Secret of the Unseen Treasure (Part 3)Send us a textIn part three of The Secret of the Unseen Treasure, Lisa and Amy wade their way through two more chapters. The BWGs carry out a midnight covert operation. Honey becomes an activist and finds her voice. Poor Brian has lost his botanical skills. Also, who is growing marijuana in Mrs. Elliot’s cornfield?In her ender, Lisa breaks out another overtly politically incorrect party. The theme is Daniel Boone, so prepare for the unconscionable antics of the American frontiersman. The source is The Junior Party Book by Bernice Wells Ca...2023-09-141h 28Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Secret of the Unseen Treasure (Part 2)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy take you through the next few chapters of The Secret of the Unseen Treasure. Another mystery arises as Trixie and the gang continue investigating the stolen social security checks. Someone has sabotaged Mrs. Elliot's water pump! A few questions that Lisa and Amy address: Why is Mr. Belden spilling even more confidential bank information? Does Bobby need to get cleaned up every time he gets dirty? Do we really need to know so much about water pumps? And, most importantly to Lisa, why is lemonade mentioned so...2023-08-261h 45Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: Secret of the Unseen Treasure (Part 1)Send us a textBooks From the Basement is premiering it's third season and Trixie Belden is helping to start it off right! We know you've been waiting a LONG time for another Trixie and this one won’t disappoint. In this episode Lisa and Amy take you through the first few chapters of The Secret of the Unseen Treasure. Social Security checks have gone missing, and Trixie is on the case. The BWGs and all the regulars are present for this one. Sgt. Molinson is crabby, Dan is moody, Di is confused, Mart is an...2023-08-091h 54Books From the BasementThe Ramona Books: Ramona and Her Mother (Part 3)Send us a textLisa and Amy are back from their VERY long hiatus! This episode was recorded last October and is worth the wait! It’s the final part of Ramona and Her Mother you’ve been waiting for! Beezus wants to go to the hair salon rather than receive Mrs. Quimby’s version of a haircut. Ramona gets new pajamas and continues to deal with the angst of family stability.In Lisa’s ender, it’s a “Club Halo de Paree” party from Any time is Party Time. Floye L. Free also calls this a “Naught...2023-07-172h 02Books From the BasementBonus Episode #12Send us a textHappy Holidays to all of our listeners! It’s time for another bonus episode to celebrate this festive time of year! In this episode, Lisa digs out old copies of her family’s Christmas newsletter, The Burkett Gazette. Through the yearly rundowns filled with interesting and fun facts, you’ll gain even more insight into Lisa and Amy’s life growing up in the early 80’s. Also in this episode, Lisa & Amy discuss the Family Circle magazine story of “The Three Wise Persons” and compare it to the last chapter of Ramona and Her Mother. A...2022-12-241h 52Books From the BasementThe Ramona Books: Ramona and Her Mother (Part 2)Send us a textLisa and Amy continue their discussion of Ramona and Her Mother by Beverly Cleary. Ramona is desperately trying to adjust to living with a working mother. Her struggles are real when she and Howie’s art project goes terribly wrong, her parents fight about pancakes and her teacher tells her there’s no such word as can’t. What’s a Ramona to do? Listen and find out!Lisa has a surprise ender after she unexpectedly finds a newspaper from 1962 with some very interesting articles.Please rate, review and foll...2022-12-191h 51Books From the BasementThe Ramona Books: Ramona and Her Mother (Part 1)Send us a textA new episode is finally here! Lisa and Amy begin their discussion of Ramona and Her Mother by Beverly Cleary. Christmas is over and as the new year sets in, Ramona must contend with an obnoxious Willa Jean and a stuffed elephant that needs slacks.In Lisa’s ender, it’s a Beat the Heat Party from A Calendar of Parties by Edith and Jack B. Fellows.Please rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts. It's free to subscribe, and you can still listen on your regular plat...2022-11-281h 25Books From the BasementBonus Episode #11Send us a textHappy Halloween! For this year's spooky Halloween episode, Lisa and Amy throw you a podcast party complete with invitations, decorations, games and yummy treats. Featured are ice breakers from the Fellows' Social Kit and recipes from 250 Ways to Cook Meat. We hope you have a Halloween filled with good food, candy & fun! 2022-10-311h 35Books From the BasementThe Ramona Books: Ramona and Her Father (Part 2)Send us a textLisa and Amy conclude their discussion of Beverly Cleary’s Ramona and Her Father. The second half of the book is all about a sheep costume Ramona needs for the annual church Christmas pageant. With Henry Huggins as Joseph and Beezus as the virtuous Mary, Ramona struggles to find a way to feel important in her own right.In Lisa’s ender, it’s time for yet another Hobo Party. This time it’s courtesy of Benice Wells Carlson in The Junior Party Book.Please rate, review and subscrib...2022-10-051h 49Books From the BasementThe Ramona Books: Ramona and Her Father (Part 1)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy start their fourth book of Beverly Cleary’s Ramona series. In the first part of Ramona and Her Father, Ramona has her hands full taking care of a dad that suddenly finds himself without a job. There is much tension in the Quimby household, and even Picky-Picky the cat is out of sorts. Not only is Ramona trying to figure out a way to supplement the family income, but she’s also determined to end her father’s nasty smoking habit. In Lisa’s ender, it’s time...2022-08-291h 46Books From the BasementThe Ramona Books: Ramona the Brave (Part 3)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy finish their discussion of Ramona the Brave. Ramona continues to find first grade to be less than exciting. However, the challenges of sleeping alone in her new room, expressing anger appropriately and facing down a large German Shepherd help her to find the bravery she’s been trying to find.In Lisa’s ender, it’s time for another inappropriate Indian Powwow. This time it's from Benice Wells Carlson’s The Junior Party BookPlease rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts. It's...2022-08-171h 46Books From the BasementThe Ramona Books: Ramona the Brave (Part 2)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy continue their discussion of Ramona the Brave. Ramona finally starts first grade but is disappointed when things don’t go as expected. Her new teacher is nothing like Miss Binney, and Susan is up to her old tricks. If that weren’t enough, Howie abandons her and takes all his bricks away.In Lisa’s ender, she and Amy hop back to Gertrude Crampton and Your Own Party Book for some “Ath-A-Letic”(?) party ideas.Please rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts. It's f...2022-07-241h 31Books From the BasementThe Ramona Books: Ramona the Brave (Part 1_Send us a textLisa and Amy dig into the next book in the Ramona series, Ramona the Brave. It’s August and Ramona can’t wait to start first grade. While waiting for the big day to come, there’s a big surprise at the Quimby house. Plus, Ramona preaches a sermon at the park and plays “brick factory” with Howie.In Lisa’s ender, she and Amy discuss a “Hunting Time Party.” from Any time is Party Time. Floye L. Free exasperates Lisa as she searches to find the connection between a big game hunting par...2022-07-071h 39Books From the BasementThe Ramona Books: Ramona the Pest (Part 2)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa & Amy complete their revisit of Ramona the Pest by Beverly Cleary. During the last half of the book, Ramona faces even more challenges as she negotiates her way through kindergarten. To her dismay, she has a rain boot crisis, is scared by her own Halloween costume and misses out on trapping the tooth fairy. As if that weren’t enough, Ramona finally gives in to her obsessive need to pull one of Susan’s boing boing curls. This impulsive act turns her into a kindergarten dropout. In Lisa’...2022-06-251h 49Books From the BasementThe Ramona Books: Ramona the Pest (Part 1)Send us a textWatch out Kindergarten, here comes Ramona! In this episode, Lisa & Amy start one of Lisa’s very favorite books, Ramona the Pest, by Beverly Cleary. Ramona’s starting school and she can’t wait to get there. Falling in love with her teacher, Miss Binney, is easy. Catching poor little Davy to kiss him and keeping her hands off Susan’s boing boing curls prove much more difficult. In Lisa’s ender, it’s time for a party in the Garden of Eden. If you know someone willing to wear a fig le...2022-06-101h 47Books From the BasementThe Ramona Books: Beezus and Ramona (Part 2)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa & Amy finish up their review of Beverly Cleary’s Beezus and Ramona. Ramona is up to even more trouble as Beezus waits with excitement for her birthday to arrive. Luckily, a crate of apples and an impromptu party distract Beezus as she edges closer to that magic age of 10. Know somebody who’s about to retire? Tune in for Lisa’s ender as she lays out a “Time of Your Life Party” anyone can throw at a moment’s notice. Well, anyone who has the help of the professio...2022-05-271h 43Books From the BasementThe Ramona Books: Beezus & Ramona (Part 1)Send us a textIt’s time for a new series, and Lisa has chosen the Ramona books by Beverly Cleary. First up is Beezus and Ramona published in 1955. Four-year-old Ramona knows just how to antagonize her older sister, Beezus. In this episode, Lisa and Amy revisit some of Ramona’s creative antics and reminisce about their own childhoods. For Lisa’s ender, there’s a perfect party for Tax Day. It’s paying up time, so enjoy the “Deadline Party” from Any time is Party Time by Floye L. Free.Please rate...2022-05-141h 36Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery of the Phantom Grasshopper (Part 2)Send us a textIn this extra-long episode, Lisa and Amy dig into the second half of The Mystery of the Phantom Grasshopper. Sleepyside is in an uproar when everyone's favorite weathervane, Hoppy, is stolen from the top of the town hall. If that wasn't bad enough, a valuable coin collection is stolen from a school classroom. Can Trixie and the BWGs solve both of these crimes before Sgt. Molinson does? Will he even help at all? Tune in to find out.In Lisa's ender, it's time for another party from the book Any Time...2022-04-292h 14Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery of the Phantom Grasshopper (Part 1)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy head back to Trixie land for a special in-between series book. The Mystery of the Phantom Grasshopper is filled with BWG intrigue and fun. There's a stranger lurking around town (and running after a tween), Bobby's a "secret" equestrian, a teacher's aide has a mysterious aura, and the BWGs need lots of meetings!In Lisa's ender, it's back to the Frankels and Unusual Party Ideas and Games (1960). Get ready for a Beatnik party. "Fall in" and don't be "square."Please rate, review...2022-04-151h 49Books From the BasementMrs. Piggle-Wiggle: Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle Wrap-upSend us a textThis week, Lisa and Amy finish off the Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle series with a wrap-up episode. Lisa provides a rundown of all the Piggle-Wiggle "cases," and she and Amy share their opinions about whether the children were actually cured. Also, Amy summarizes a biography she read about Betty McDonald and describes some of the author's other works. Lisa uses a new party book for her ender to top things off.In Lisa's ender, "enjoy" a "Crying Time" party from the book Any Time is Party Time by Floye L. Free.2022-04-011h 25Books From the BasementMrs. Piggle-Wiggle: Hello, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle (Part 2)Send us a textHappy St. Patrick’s Day! In this episode, Lisa and Amy finish their discussion of the Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle series. The last two cures in Hello, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle, are “The Whisperer” and “The Slowpoke.” But are those really the issues these children need cures for? Tune in and find out! In Lisa's ender, Amy & Lisa celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a holiday party from the Cokesbury Party Book by Arthur M. Depew. Lisa also provides listeners with some fun, little-known facts about St. Patrick and the day that celebrates him! Please...2022-03-181h 23Books From the BasementMrs. Piggle-Wiggle: Hello, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle (Part1)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy start the last book they'll be reviewing in the Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle series. There are five more cures in Hello, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle, and the magic potions are back! First up is "The Show-Off Cure," followed by "The Crybaby Cure," and a magical treatment for the neighborhood bully.In Lisa's ender, the Cokesbury Party Book by Arthur M. Depew entertains with a Pirate Party. Please rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts. It's free to subscribe, and you can still listen on your regular platform...2022-03-101h 22Books From the BasementMrs. Piggle-Wiggle: Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's Farm (Part 4)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy finally finish their revisit to Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's Farm! The last chapter, "The Can't Find It Cure," have them both stumped. What exactly is Morton Featherwick's problem? Will a tough lesson about responsibility at Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's farm be enough to curb his distraction issue?In Lisa's ender, it's back to the Frankels and their book, Unusual Parties and Games. This time, Lisa and Amy process two parties: A "Make it & Take it" party and a "Barn Dance." Decide which craft you would like to make, then g...2022-03-031h 24Books From the BasementMrs. Piggle-Wiggle: Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's Farm (Part 3)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy only have time to tackle one cure from Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's farm. The Fraidy-Cat Cure is for Phoebe Jackstraw who is afraid of everything. Will a trip to Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's magic farm be just the cure she needs to get over her fears? Tune in and find out.In Lisa's ender, settle in for two President's Day Parties. First up is "Washington's Birthday Party" from The Cokesbury Party Book by Arthur M. Depew. After that, enjoy the Fellow's "First President Party" from A Calendar of Parties.2022-02-252h 02Books From the BasementBonus Episode #10Send us a textHappy Valentine's Day! We're taking a break from Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle to provide you with this special episode. There's nothing like a good party to make your Valentine's Day even more fun (or at least tolerable). We have three parties on deck from two of your favorite party planners, and one new one! So, sit back and relax as you listen to Lisa and Amy try to understand "what is going on!" This episode's parties are Broken Hearts Party (Calendar of Parties by the Fellows), Valentine's Day (Suggestions for Socials...2022-02-141h 06Books From the BasementMrs. Piggle-Wiggle: Mrs. Piggle-Wiggles Farm (Part 2)Send us a textIn this week's episode, Lisa and Amy continue to chat about Mrs. Piggle-Wiggles Farm. In the two chapters they cover, the animals have a lot to say, especially Penelope the parrot who has now become quite the conversationalist! Cures discussed are "The Pet Forgetter Cure" and "The destructiveness Cure." In Lisa's ender, it's time to move into some chilly January parties. To kick them off, settle in for an Ice Cube Social in a Winter Wonderland from A Calendar of Parties, by Edith & Jack B. Fellows.2022-02-031h 44Books From the BasementMrs. Piggle-Wiggle: Mrs. Piggle Wiggle's Farm (Part 1)Send us a textWe're finally back with a new episode! Continuing with the Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle series, next up is Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's Farm. In this episode, Lisa and Amy cover "The Not Truthful Cure." Fetlock Harroway's insatiable imagination leads him to spread all kinds of wild stories around town. Settle in and find out how Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle solves this problem using confrontation and lots of very talented animals.Party-time! In Lisa's ender, you'll join the gang for "Kris Kringle's Karoling Kantata." The K's are intentional, and you'll find out why! Enjoy this party brought to yo...2022-01-271h 06Books From the BasementMrs. Piggle Wiggle: Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's Magic (Part 2)Send us a textJoin Lisa and Amy as they delve into the second half of Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's Magic. In this episode, there are some new misbehaving kiddos for them to discuss: The Interrupters, The Heedless Breaker, The Never-Want-to-Go-to-Schooler, and the Waddle-I-Doers. Find out how Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle cures these troublemakers and returns peace to their households.It's time for the holidays and for this month's enders, Lisa's selecting some interesting December festivities from her stash of party books. This week, it's a Break the Ice Party from the Fellows' A Calendar of Parties...2021-12-101h 39Books From the BasementMrs. Piggle-Wiggle: Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's Magic (Part 1)Send us a textLisa and Amy review the first half of Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's Magic, which is the second book in the series. Cures discussed in this episode are: The Thought-You-Saiders Cure, The Tattletale Cure & the Bad-Table-Manners Cure. In Lisa’s ender, brace yourself for two highly inappropriate games from the Fellows, and a party where guests come dressed as children.Please rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts. It's free to subscribe, and you can still listen on your regular platform. Just follow this link and click the “listen on Apple podcast” button...2021-12-021h 42Books From the BasementBonus Episode #9Send us a textHappy Thanksgiving! It’s time for the first bonus episode of Season 2. In this jam-packed episode, Lisa and Amy answer questions raised during their special Halloween Bonus Episode. Find out the facts behind the Halloween candy panic and the specifics on the Bloody Mary game. Then you’ll learn all about the Tylenol and Excedrin tampering cases of the 1980’s. After that, Lisa and Amy cover some historical Thanksgiving topics such as the Mayflower, the pilgrims of Plymouth and the first Thanksgiving. Plus, they discuss their own Thanksgiving traditions. As always, there...2021-11-251h 53Books From the BasementMrs. Piggle-Wiggle: Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle (Part 3)Send us a textLisa and Amy finish up with the first book of the Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle series. In this episode, they cover the last two of Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle’s inventive cures: The Slow-Eater-Tiny-Bite-Taker Cure and The Fighter-Quarrelers Cure.In Lisa’s ender, she steps into a Thanksgiving theme with “The Weary Pilgrim Party” from A Calendar of Parties, by Edith & Jack B. Fellows.Please rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts. It's free to subscribe, and you can still listen on your regular platform. Just follow this link and click the “listen on Apple p...2021-11-181h 11Books From the BasementMrs. Piggle-Wiggle: Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle (Part 2)Send us a textLisa and Amy continue on with the first book of the Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle series. In this episode, they cover three of Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle’s inventive cures: The Selfishness Cure, The Radish Cure, and The Never-Want-to-go-to-Bedders Cure.In Lisa’s ender, the fun continues with a “Harvester’s Social,” yet another interesting (and potentially dangerous), event from A Calendar of Parties, by the Fellows.Please rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts. It's free to subscribe, and you can still listen on your regular platform. Just follow this link and click the...2021-11-111h 20Books From the BasementMrs. Piggle-Wiggle: Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle (Part 1)Send us a textLisa and Amy are back from hiatus and kicking off Season 2 with a bang. The Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle series was a favorite of both while growing up in the 70s. They're beginning with the first book in the series: Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle. Join them as they discuss the misbehaving children around the neighborhood, and discover how Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle helps weary parents get their kids back on track with one of her clever cures. This episode covers “The Won’t-Pick-Up-Toys Cure” and “The Answer-Backer Cure.”In Lisa’s ender, the fun continues with a “Want-Ad Party,”...2021-11-041h 30Books From the BasementBonus Episode #8Send us a textHappy Halloween!! It’s that ghostly time of the year, and Lisa and Amy have a spoooky mid-week bonus episode for you! Learn fun facts about the holiday and enjoy the wacky details of some ghastly Halloween parties. It’s an episode you won’t want to skip! Hope everyone out there has a safe and enjoyable Halloween! Boo!Please rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts. It's free to subscribe, and you can still listen on your favorite platform. Just click on the link below, select listen on Apple iTunes, then cho...2021-10-311h 15Books From the BasementBonus Episode #7Send us a textHave you ever wondered if warm milk really makes you sleepy? You’ll learn all about it and more in this bonus medical episode. Topics include Tetanus, the history of medical imaging, spinal cord injuries, and illegal drugs. There’s no starter and no ender--just content and conversation. Sit back, relax and join Lisa and Amy as they tackle these subjects and more. Please rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts. It's free to subscribe, and you can still listen on your favorite platform. Just click on the link below, select listen...2021-10-281h 31Books From the BasementBonus Episode #6Send us a textIf you enjoy Lisa's enders, this episode is for you! Sit back and enjoy all the ice breakers, party games, forfeits, and neighborhood games your heart desires. Also, Lisa and Amy once again try to figure out the "murder" game using several different sources. Tune in to find out if they will ever have the knowledge to host a party with this game as part of the entertainment.Please rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts. It's free to subscribe, and you can still listen on your favorite platform. Just click o...2021-10-211h 56Books From the BasementBonus Episode #5Send us a textGet ready for our fifth bonus episode because it’s all about the Mighty Mississippi (and one other random topic). In this episode, Lisa and Amy discuss questions and topics from Trixie Belden and The Mystery on the Mississippi. You’ll learn about the history of the Mississippi River and its impact on American life. Also, discover some interesting facts about the indigenous inhabitants in the St. Louis area and the Cahokia people. Add in some tidbits about the Secret Service and the FBI, as well as tourist sites you may want to visi...2021-10-141h 10Books From the BasementBonus Episode #4Send us a textIt's time for our fourth bonus episode! Lisa and Amy discuss questions and topics that have come up during our latest episodes. You'll hear interesting information about such things as the history of vending machines, how telegrams changed communication, how slavery in the 1800’s affected NYC, and a little about the underground railroad. You'll also learn all about the 14-year-old brain and how it applies to Trixie and the gang. Add in an update on the Automat, and you’ve got a large serving of information you never knew you wanted to know! Ther...2021-10-071h 05Books From the BasementSeason One Wrap-upSend us a textJoin Lisa and Amy as they wrap-up season one with a discussion of the Trixie Belden series. You will also hear input from our listeners about their experiences with the Trixie books, both as children and adults, and how the podcast has helped them revisit these books in a whole new light.Thank you to our amazing listener, Stephanie, for her participation in this episode!Stephanie is a criminal defense attorney who has found her way back to Kansas after many years in Nevada and Tennessee. She still enjoys...2021-09-301h 06Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery of the Uninvited Guest (Part 3)Send us a textLisa and Amy are more than challenged by their last Trixie Belden book episode. The Mystery of the Uninvited Guest has been a struggle to this point, and the final part offers very little clarity. As Juliana’s wedding day approaches, the BWGs continue to work the Miss Ryks case. How many times can Lisa and Amy say, “It makes no sense,” “I don’t know,” “It doesn’t say,” “They don’t tell us,” and “I don’t understand?” A lot!Questions? Where is Dan Mangan? Exactly what is a “wheels sale?” What is going on at...2021-09-231h 56Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery of the Uninvited Guest (Part 2)Send us a textPart two of The Mystery of the Uninvited Guest has Lisa & Amy stumped and frustrated. The book becomes even more convoluted as they try to find answers to the many, many, many questions. This week in Trixie land, Trixie, Honey & Hallie juggle between investigating the strange new occurrences in Sleepyside and planning Juliana’s wedding. More questions! Are Trixie and Hallie becoming friends or are they ready to throttle each other? How did a scratch get on one of the Wheeler bikes? And a follow-up to that--who’s bike is it? What d...2021-09-161h 39Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: Mystery of the Uninvited Guest (Part 1)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy begin their discussion of The Mystery of the Uninvited Guest. This book will close out the first season of Books From the Basement, and it’s a doozy! Hans and Juliana are getting married at Manor House, and it’s going to be one crazy wedding! To make things even more wonky, Trixie’s cousin, Hallie Belden, comes to town and makes it impossible for things to go Trixie’s way.So... many… questions... in this first part, alone! What’s the backstory behind Trixie and Hallie’s...2021-09-091h 51Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: Mystery of the Missing Heiress (Part 3)Send us a textIt’s time for the final part of the Mystery of the Missing Heiress, and Lisa and Amy try to put this convoluted book into a semblance of order. Story threads are everywhere, and while most lead to a dead end, some lead to no end at all. After Trixie rescues Janie from a dangerous situation, even more mysterious things start to happen. Plus, it’s old home week as familiar characters rejoin the mix.Questions for this episode: Is Mr. Lytell struggling to keep a stock of new batteries in his...2021-09-021h 53Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: Mystery of the Missing Heiress (Part 2)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy continue their discussion of The Mystery of the Missing Heiress. The BWGs get to know Jim’s long-lost cousin, Juliana. At the same time, a new girl, temporally named Janie, enters their lives. She has amnesia after a mysterious car accident. She moves in with the Beldens as she works to put the pieces of her life back in place.Questions for this episode: Will Jim’s school be a refuge for runaway, orphaned, troubled or some sort of combination boys? Just how much time do H...2021-08-261h 40Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: Mystery of the Missing Heiress (Part 1)Send us a textIt’s time for the next book in the Trixie Belden series! In this week’s episode Lisa and Amy begin their discussion of The Mystery of the Missing Heiress. The news that Jim has a long-lost relative sparks Trixie's curiosity, and she pulls the rest of the BWGs into a new mystery.Who is Betje Maasden, and why is a mysterious man asking questions about her? Why is Mart so mean? What happened to Spider & Tad Webster? Can all the Wheeler’s horses jump? Why is Moms making so much catsup...2021-08-191h 53Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: Mystery on the Mississippi (Part 3)Send us a textIn this last episode of The Mystery on the Mississippi, Lisa and Amy try to decipher the final events that happen in St. Louis. Trixie’s case takes a dark turn when she and Honey are kidnapped and held on an abandoned steamboat. Questions? What do the BWGs have against staying in a group? Do FBI agents really send notes to teenage girls? Is Honey under a strange spell? Why is Brian still refusing to doctor? Whose case is this anyway--the FBI's or The Belden-Wheeler Detective Agency's?Plus, The Agu...2021-08-121h 15Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: Mystery on the Mississippi (Part 2)Send us a textLisa and Amy are deep into The Mystery on the Mississippi as they discuss the second third of this Trixie Belden book. The BWGs (minus Di) are still in St. Louis and are deep into Trixie’s new mystery. Between important sleuthing matters, the gang also manages to see some sights (sort of). Questions? Has Brian forgotten how to be a doctor? What’s up with the Secret Service? Does Mart ever get to see Tom Sawyer country? When did Jim learn how to handle a car like a stunt man? Is it...2021-08-051h 49Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery on the Mississippi (Part 1)Send us a textIt’s time for a new Trixie Belden and The Mystery on the Mississippi does not disappoint. The BWGs head to St. Louis for their next adventure. Even Dan Mangan gets to tag along on this trip. Trixie & Honey’s case begins almost immediately when they find a briefcase in their motel room. When a man arrives to claim it, Trixie’s radar goes off and another mystery is afoot.Questions? Why don’t the BWGs fit into Mr. Brandio’s car? Is Jim really capable of driving the group around safely in a...2021-07-291h 54Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: Mystery of the Emeralds (Part 3)Send us a textLisa and Amy wrap up The Mystery of the Emeralds with an in-depth discussion of the last third of the book. The search for the missing emerald necklace continues when a secret tunnel connecting Green Trees and Rosewood Hall is discovered.Questions? When did Trixie learn to read blueprints? Will the BWSs ever find out if the necklace is either cursed or charmed? How quick can you by a house in Virginia? Why can’t Jim tell Trixie she’s wonderful?Plus, timelines are out of whack, Jim doesn’t hold...2021-07-221h 42Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery of the Emeralds (Part 2)Send us a textIn this week’s episode, Lisa and Amy continue their discussion of The Mystery of the Emeralds. Trixie and the rest of the BWGs are now sleuthing their way around the tiny town of Cliveden, making both friends and enemies along the way.Could Trixie and Jim’s trip to the cemetery be called a date? After all, they do conveniently end up in a dark mausoleum together… What happens when Trixie remembers to “always look up?” What is the universal way to open a locket? And why don’t Jim and Trixie k...2021-07-151h 21Books From the BasementBonus Episode 3Send us a textEver wonder how discotheques got started? You'll find out in our third bonus episode! Lisa and Amy discuss questions and topics that came up during the past several episodes. You'll hear interesting information about such things as the history of nightclubs (including some disasters associated with them), how automats worked, and the characteristics of a blue diamond. You'll also learn some fun facts about NYC, including Central Park. Throw in some of Lisa’s "tainted" family history, and you’ve got a full-packed episode. There's no starter and no ender--just content and conversation. Sit...2021-07-121h 51Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery of the Emeralds (Part 1)Send us a textLisa and Amy’s favorite book in the Trixie Belden series (so far) is up for review. The Mystery of the Emeralds takes the BWGs (minus Dan Mangan) on yet another summer vacation. If you’ve lost count, this makes four. Just add it to the one earlier in June, along with the two they went on in the future! The destination this time is Williamsburg, Virginia. After Trixie finds a mysterious letter in the attic, the BWGs are drawn back into Civil War history as they search for a hidden emerald necklace. ...2021-07-081h 29Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery on Cobbett's Island (Part 3)Send us a textBatten down the hatches for the final part of The Mystery on Cobbett’s Island. After a successful garden party, Cap finds out he needs a new crew for a practice race the next day. Trixie and Jim volunteer… sailing… sailing… sailing… and the race is over! The secret of the chart is revealed, and the BWGs scour Cobbett’s Island for the treasure. What can be found at Ethel’s Bakery other than jelly donuts? Is the villain, Slim, the same as the bad guy from Bob-White Cave? Wait, has that even happened yet? W...2021-07-011h 52Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery on Cobbett's Island (Part 2)Send us a textIt’s time for Part 2 of The Mystery on Cobbett’s Island. On the hunt for buried treasure, the BWGs find a chart with nautical symbols in the Kimball’s gazebo. They set sail with new friends, Peter and Cap, to see if they can find the clues in the surrounding area. This episode is full of sailing wisdom, (if you’re into that kind of thing), plus, stinkpots, a real clambake, an old captain with yarns, and, of course, sea chanteys. Even with a fever, Lisa still tries valiantly to understand...2021-06-241h 36Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery on Cobbett's Island (Part 1)Send us a text Lisa and Amy are excited to delve into The Mystery on Cobbett’s Island! Guess what? It’s June again, and the BWGs time travel back to the beginning of summer for their first vacation after the end of the school year… huh? Tag-a-long Di joins the inner circle on a trip to Cobbett’s Island where the Wheeler’s have rented a house for the summer. They find a hidden letter that gives a hint about where a treasure chart is located, kicking off the first (maybe) mystery of the summer. Before they can le...2021-06-171h 32Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery of the Blinking Eye (Part 3)Send us a textSettle in with Lisa and Amy for the conclusion of The Mystery of the Blinking Eye. The BWGs face more challenges as they stay in pursuit of the dangerous men following them. Luckily, Dr. Joe Reed is available to distract them with his model trains, as well as, a side trip to the hospital to visit a random little girl. When Trixie is lured to a dodgy restaurant to meet with the thieves, will the rest of the group be able to save her in time? Other questions: Just how big is Trixie’s...2021-06-101h 36Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery of the Blinking Eye (Part 2)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy continue their discussion of The Mystery of the Blinking Eye. Still in NYC, the BWGs and the Iowans visit some of the landmark sights. On the agenda are the Statue of Liberty, the Museum of Natural History and the Empire State Building. Trixie attempts to dodge the bad guys as they continue their pursuit of her idol. Plus, the Hubbell twins get the opportunity to sing on national television. Questions to be tackled are: Why can’t the group follow their own rule ( and the warning of ot...2021-06-031h 48Books From the BasementBonus Episode 2Send us a textIt's time for another exciting bonus episode! Once again, Lisa and Amy discuss topics that piqued their interested during past podcast episodes. Included in this week's conversation are: May Day, play-parties, green corn, fleas, belief in ghosts, the Great Fire of London and more! So, sit back and relax as you learn all kinds of interesting tidbits about random topics!Please rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts. It's free to subscribe, and you can still listen on your regular platform. Just follow this link and click the “listen on Apple po...2021-05-311h 35Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery at Bob-White Cave (Part 3)Send us a textIn the conclusion of “The Mystery at Bob-White Cave,” Lisa and Amy tie up the loose ends (the best they can) of the BWG’s trip to the Ozarks. Is Mr. Glendenning sharing a cabin with the strange ghost that haunts the woods? Will Jim save Trixie from drowning in a sinkhole (there is a next Trixe book so…)? Will the BWGs catch all three specimens of the ghost fish and win the contest? How powerful is a head injury and can it actually help the patient? These are just a few of the ques...2021-05-201h 43Books From the BasementBonus Episode 1Send us a textIt's time for Books From the Basement's first bonus episode! Lisa and Amy discuss questions and topics that have come up during the past several episodes. You'll hear interesting information about such things as life in the Ozark Mountains, the cost of mailing ice skates and the pet rocks craze of 1976. You'll even get a recipe for that squirrel pot pie you've been dying to try! You'll also learn almost everything you wanted (or didn't want) to know about the Plague! There's no starter and no ender--just content and conversation. Sit back, relax...2021-05-181h 12Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery at Bob-White Cave (Part 2)Send us a textGhosts, ghosts, ghosts and more ghosts! This week, Lisa and Amy continue their review of “The Mystery at Bob-White Cave.” There are many tales about lingering spirits that haunt the woods around Uncle Andrew’s fishing lodge in the Ozarks. A haunted cabin is hosting guests that may consist of two living humans and one spiritual being. Trixie ignores the rhetoric and instead searches in earnest for ghost fish (which are a real thing)! Is Slim really surly, or will he turn his attitude around and become friends with the BWGs? Exactly what is a p...2021-05-131h 21Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery at Bob-White Cave (Part 1)Send us a textIt’s time for Lisa and Amy to revisit book #11 of the Trixie Belden series, The Mystery at Bob-White Cave. It’s summer vacation, and the BWGs (minus Dan and Di) decide to spend some time at Uncle Andrew’s fishing lodge in the Ozark mountains. Trixie is more interested in catching ghost fish in a cave, than catching bass in the lake. A fishing contest springs her into action, and she urges her fellow club members to join in her enthusiasm. New characters pop up on a regular basis including Mrs. Moore, who be...2021-05-061h 37Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Marshland Mystery (Part 2)Send us a textLisa and Amy finish their discussion of The Marshland Mystery in this Trixie Belden episode. 18-year-old reporter, Paul Trent, has a bone to pick with Trixie and the BWGs. He’s determined to destroy Trixie’s reputation as Sleepyside’s best resident detective. If that weren’t enough, Trixie still has to play matchmaker to Bobby & Gaye, organize an antique sale, and stop the city council from forcing Miss Rachael into a nursing home. As always, only some of the following questions will be answered: Who’s Emily? What happened to the surly men diggin...2021-04-291h 52Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Marshland Mystery (Part 1)Send us a textWelcome to book #10 of the Trixie Belden series: The Marshland Mystery! A child violinist has come to town and wreaks havoc in Sleepyside. With behavioral issues worse than Bobby’s (which is debatable), she’s got everyone hopping to attention with her demands. Trixie and Honey are determined to gather samples at a nearby swamp, but find themselves immersed in a mystery of sorts. Who is the old lady with the pointed-toed shoes? Where is Bobby’s bike? Can Bobby suck his thumb and get a girlfriend at the same time? Listen to Amy and...2021-04-221h 50Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: Happy Valley Mystery (Part 3)Send us a textIn the final episode of “The Happy Valley Mystery,” Lisa follows up on some nagging questions from “The Black Jacket Mystery.” Afterwards, Amy and Lisa finish up their discussion of “The Happy Valley Mystery.” There’s a live lamb in the oven, a “great” rabbit hunt, and dinner with new friends, which includes a competition about whether the BWGs or the 4-H club is most charitable. Danger emerges as Trixie’s determination puts Honey and Jim in a perilous situation. And, maybe most importantly, Jim and Trixie’s relationship reaches a new level.In Lisa’s ender...2021-04-151h 49Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Happy Valley Mystery (Part 2)Send us a textIn Part 2 of “The Happy Valley Mystery,” Lisa and Amy continue their attempt to sort out what’s going on in Iowa. Trixie’s trigger is hot as she impulsively accuses local folks of being sheep thieves. On the chopping block are a man with a black beard, Ben the hired hand, and a couple of brothers just trying to make it in the sheep business. In between working on the farm and chasing down suspects, the BWGs find time to hit the basketball court and attend a combo BBQ/dance. Honey and Diana ar...2021-04-081h 43Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Happy Valley Mystery (Part 1)Send us a textWhat are the BWGs doing on a sheep farm in Iowa? Find out as Lisa and Amy discuss Part 1 of “The Happy Valley Mystery.” There’s lots of sheep stuff to translate and the information about caring for the fluffy animals is plentiful. A lost calf, an upside-down sheep, a snowstorm, a great escape, and a gully rescue keep the BWGs busy. There’s also lots of information about birds and a detailed description of the use of sheep parts. Despite all of this action, Trixie is distracted by the mysterious disappearance of sheep fr...2021-04-011h 49Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Black Jacket Mystery (Part 3)Send us a textIn the conclusion of "The Black Jacket Mystery," Lisa and Amy comb through the action packed final third of the book. Brian practices his doctor skills like he’s seen on TV, Bobby runs away (again) and must be rescued (again), and Dan Mangan is still acting like a NYC gang member (sort of). Questions to ponder during this episode are: Will the catamount ever make an appearance? Why doesn’t anyone know the classic signs of a concussion? Can a wool sweater really save the day? Does painting on leather work? And, once...2021-03-251h 38Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Black Jacket Mystery (Part 2)Send us a textLisa and Amy continue their analysis of “The Black Jacket Mystery” in this fun-filled episode. There’s a new boy in town, and he is dangerous with a capital D! A former member of the feared “Cowhands” gang of NYC, Dan Mangan immediately sparks Trixie’s suspicious nature when he shows up in Sleepyside wearing a black leather jacket and black cowboy boots. Di makes a delayed appearance, a new horse pops in, Mr. Lytell’s store is buzzing at six a.m., Bobby has a see-crud, and a catamount is on the prowl. Also, f...2021-03-181h 40Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Black Jacket Mystery (Part 1)Send us a textIn this jam-packed episode, Lisa and Amy maneuver their way through the first four chapters of "The Black Jacket Mystery." There are so many questions without answers in this book: When did Jim join a biology group? Why are Brian and Mart changing into "snazzy" or "sharp" sweaters (depending on which version you're reading) just to carry Honey's suitcase up the driveway of Crabapple Farm? Who is Thunderer and how does he magically turn into Jupiter? Why is Honey suddenly using her feminine wiles on the Belden boys? Who is parenting Bobby? And...2021-03-111h 37Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: Mysterious Code (Part 2)Send us a textChaos and danger surround Trixie and the BWGs as they work to save their secret (or not secret) club. Once again, a blizzard's slowing them down, Reddy's running away, and no one is correcting Bobby's vocabulary. Plus, Trixie transforms into a "girl," Jim and Trixie share some romantic moments (or maybe a date), a dinner party at the Belden's turns weird with inappropriate games, and food is described in detail down to the last kernel of popcorn.In this episode, Lisa and Amy will guide you through a new author's ideas...2021-03-041h 41Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mysterious Code (Part 1)Send us a textNo more BWGs?! That's what Principal Stratton tells Trixie when gang-related activity starts to plague Sleepyside Junior/Senior High. In a quest to prove their worth to the school board, the BWGs embark on a UNICEF fundraiser, only to find themselves waist deep in another series of mysteries.Lisa and Amy peel back the layers of part 1 of The Mysterious Code. It's a new author, new character development, new side stories--all things new! Have Moms and Dad Belden experienced personality changes? Why is Spider Webster eating hot dogs at Whimpy's instead o...2021-02-251h 39Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery in Arizona (Part 2)Send us a textLisa and Amy finish up their discussion of The Mystery in Arizona. Trixie is homesick for Bobby, but luckily there’s a stand-in named Petey. He’s on the loose with his own nonsensical babble about a giant “g’rilla," creepy dancing people, and skeleton eating. Also, Jim cracks down hard on Trixie over homework, the ranch guests are demanding jobs, potential BWGs are in the mix and the word “squaw” is still making an appearance. Trixie’s mysteries are solved, but Amy and Lisa are left with more unanswered questions about the editing of the...2021-02-181h 28Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery Off Glen Road (Part 2)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy break down the second half of the Mystery Off Glen Road. The Bob-Whites have become temporary gamekeepers for the Wheeler estate, and when Trixie and Honey find clues that a poacher is in their midst, they take it upon themselves to catch the culprit. Is the poacher a crazy unicyclist on the loose from the circus, or are their two trespassers in the game preserve? Can a poacher have a cabin in the woods and a vegetable garden? Will Brian realize his dream of owning the $50 jalopy...2021-02-041h 28Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mystery Off Glen Road (Part 1)Send us a textTrixie Belden and the Mystery Off Glen Road is on tap for this week’s episode. Amy and Lisa discuss the first half of the book and try to decipher yet another series of perplexing problems. After a storm blows through town, a new set of difficulties emerge for the Bob-Whites to overcome. In side stories, Trixie transforms herself into a girly girl, "squaw" is the word of the day, Jim gets jealous, and Honey flip flops about Trixie's theories. Plus, in Lisa’s ender, learn more about how to be a good wife b...2021-01-281h 21Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mysterious Visitor (Part 2)Send us a textIn this episode, Amy and Lisa tackle the second half of Trixie Belden and the Mysterious Visitor. Topic discussed are: Trixie's visit to the seedy part of town, the start of Honey's curtain making career and the result of Bobby making his own orange juice. Plus, Lisa's ender is all about teenage fashion in the 1950's. 2021-01-211h 24Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Mysterious Visitor (Part 1)Send us a textIn this episode, Amy and Lisa take on Trixie Belden and The Mysterious Visitor. Diana Lynch, a new (and sometimes visible) member of the BWGs comes on the scene and brings with her a family mystery. Uncle Monty has come to visit, providing Trixie with yet another person to peak her suspicious nature. Is this the beginning of Mart's intense vocabulary? Should Diana be evaluated for mental health issues? Shouldn't a Halloween party be fun? Amy and Lisa discuss these questions and more. Plus for your bonus enjoyment, almost everything you want to...2021-01-141h 23Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Gatehouse Mystery (Part 2)Send us a textLisa and Amy thoroughly enjoy their final discussion of The Gatehouse Mystery. Listen as they try to answer questions about another chaotic Trixe caper: How was the secret group formed? Why is Trixie thinking about taking pills, and more importantly, are they the right ones? Who's supposed to be watching Bobby? How is Honey able to interview and hire a new employee in under five minutes? What's the deal with Susie the horse? And, to make the story even more interesting, a surprise visit from a future character will be in the mix! 2021-01-071h 08Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Gatehouse Mystery (Part 1)Send us a textIn this episode Amy and Lisa discuss the first half of Trixie Belden and the Gatehouse Mystery. Join them as they dive into the twists and turns of a plot involving jewel thieves and the search for a lost diamond. Trixie has multiple theories (which constantly change) as she and Honey hunt for clues while working together with Jim, Brian and Mart to solve the mystery. Some of the issues discussed in this episode are: Can Bobby talk coherently or can't he? Why does the staff of the Manor House keep quitting? Wh...2020-12-3159 minBooks From the BasementTrixe Belden: The Red Trailer Mystery (Part 2)Send us a textIn this episode, Lisa and Amy continue their discussion of the Red Trailer Mystery. Will Trixie and Honey find Jim Frayne? Will Mr. Darnell search for the 11-year-old runaway daughter he left behind at the Autoville trailer park? Will the girls hunt down Buddy? Will the police locate the trailer fixture thieves? It's a bunch of people looking for another bunch of people. Listen to discover who gets found! Hint: Trixie and Honey are on the case, so...2020-12-2457 minBooks From the BasementTrixe Belden: The Red Trailer Mystery (Part 1)Send us a textThis week, Amy and Lisa discuss the continuing story of Trixie Belden and Honey Wheeler, who embark on a trailer trip in pursuit of Jim Frayne. On this new adventure, the girls face a family in trouble, an unhinged waiter, and a farmer's wife that loves to bake! And, don't forget the mayhem caused by the two unmanageable dogs they decided to bring along.2020-12-1756 min
Books From the BasementTrixie Belden: The Secret of the MansionSend us a textFor their debut podcast, Lisa and Amy break out the first book in Lisa's favorite series. Trixie Belden has been a staple for kids (and even adults) all over the world since the 1950's. Up first is The Secret of the Mansion which was written in 1948 by Julie Campbell. Join Lisa and Amy as they discuss new insights into the first book of a beloved childhood series. Be sure to watch out for the plumbing mystery and the magically appearing turkey dinner!2020-12-1059 min