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The Monday Next PodcastEpisode 9: Work/Life Balance: Achievable Reality or Toxic Fantasy?1. Episode Summary In this episode, Scott and Meredith argue about the thing everyone argues about: work-life balance. Scott makes the case that "balance" is mostly a myth during certain seasons, especially when you are bootstrapping and building. Meredith pushes back and reframes it as something you design through choices, trade-offs, and clear definitions. Along the way, they get into energy management, marriage realities, and what it actually costs to build a business that serves your life. 2. Who This Episode Helps You are building a business and feel guilty that "balance" is not happening You are...
2026-02-2347 minThe Monday Next PodcastEpisode 8: Is Scale a Trap? The Elements of Growth Nobody Talks About1. Episode Summary Scaling is one of the most overhyped words in business, and most of the advice floating around has nothing to do with real SMB life. Scott and Meredith break down the difference between "headline growth" and operator reality, then map out three distinct growth buckets (not two). They also get tactical with Scott's "profit islands" framework, plus how to forecast your next move without guessing. If you are stuck between "stay small" and "go big," this one gives you a cleaner way to think. 2. Who This Episode Helps Owners asking "How do I get bigger?"...
2026-02-1654 minThe Monday Next PodcastEpisode 7: Employee Ownership—Ultimate Accountability or Recipe for Chaos?1. Episode Summary In this episode, Scott and Meredith break down what it actually means to run an employee-owned company, using Here Comes the Guide's ESOP as the real-world case study. Meredith explains how the ESOP was created, how the founder exit worked, and what employees really receive over time. They also get honest about the limitations of long-horizon incentives, and why "act like an owner" only works if employees have the information, authority, and upside to match. The conversation closes with a practical micro-action for any operator thinking about ownership, transparency, and exit planning. 2. Who This Episode Helps
2026-02-0955 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 27: We Control Our Reading + Boss My TBROn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: Kaytee's San Francisco bookstore adventure and Meredith's Wolf Hall slow readCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading latelyDeep Dive: Boss My TBR - helping two listeners prioritize their reading stacksBefore We Go: our new segment featuring bookish friend posts and TBR triageShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site)..
2026-02-0900 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 26: The End Of An Era + Why We Re-ReadOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Roxanna are discussing:Bookish Moments: stickers on books and book metaphorsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: if we re-read and whyThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site).. . . 3:06 - Ad For Ourselves
2026-02-0200 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 25: Get Your Eyes Checked + All Things Special EditionsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: reviving the book space and recs from bookish friendsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: all things special editionsThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site).. . . 1:39 - Our Booki...
2026-01-2600 minThe Monday Next PodcastEpisode 4: Remote Forever vs. The Office is Not DeadIn this episode of Monday Next, Scott and Meredith tackle one of the most debated topics in modern business: remote work. Meredith shares how Here Comes the Guide has successfully operated as a fully distributed team for years, while Scott challenges the model from the perspective of a highly physical, in-person business. Together, they break down what actually makes remote work succeed, where it fails, and how leaders should think about hybrid models without falling into ideology or fear. Who This Episode Helps Business owners considering remote or hybrid work for the first time Leaders...
2026-01-191h 03
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 23: Slow Reads + How And Why We Rate Our BooksOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: experimenting with our reading and taking on choker booksCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: answering the questions of how or why we rate our booksThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site).. ...
2026-01-1200 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 22: Our Top Reads of 2025!On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are deep diving into their top reads of 2025. This year, they alternate between reads and superlatives. From best Cheeto chapters to books that made them uncomfortable, the year had some amazing books and experiences. Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . 1:35 - Ad For Ourselves1:54 - NYT Article about book podcasts “Seven Podcasts for Bookworms”2:27 - Currently Reading Patreon5:23 - Some S...
2026-01-0500 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 21: A Look Back - Our Top 10 Reads of 2021On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are taking a look back at their favorite reads of 2021. This was one of the best reading years. This was also the year we added the superlatives which everybody loved! Most of these books should be available for you to grab if any interest you after hearing us rave about them!Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . 2:38 - Our Top 10 Reads of 202112:35 - Le...
2025-12-2900 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 20: Finding Bookish Twins + Organizing Our Recommendation SourcesNOTE: We forgot to mention that next week (Dec 22nd) is a break week from the podcast. We’ll be back on December 29th with a revisit of a previous top 10 and then our 2025 Top 10 on January 5th!On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: overwhelming feelings when reading and finding book twinsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how to organize all the book recommendation sources we come acrossThe Fountain: we v...
2025-12-1500 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 18: Re-Reading + How We've Changed For GoodOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: book advent and making wood bookendsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how Meredith and Kaytee have both changed for good due to the podcast and each otherThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site).
2025-12-0100 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 17: New Bookcases + Reading Therapy w/Mary HeimOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Mary are discussing:Bookish Moments: new bookcases and making space for new TBRCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: bookish therapy with MaryThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site).. . . 1:36 - Our Bookish Momen...
2025-11-2400 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 16: Losing Track of Time + Our Book Club RecsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: losing track of time reading and bookish vanity platesCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: books we think would make great book club picksThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site).. . ...
2025-11-1700 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 15: A Poem A Day + YOUR Top Reads 2019-2024On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: a poem a day + excitement over release daysCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: we discuss your top books from 2019-2024 and draw the giveaway winnerThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site).. ...
2025-11-1000 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 14: Reading Merit Badges + Books We Recently Set AsideOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: audiobook samples and author shoutoutsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: books we’ve recently set aside and whyThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site).. . . 1:26 - Ad For Our...
2025-11-0300 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 13: Reading Too Much + Ranking Our #1 Reads In Years PastOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: 3D bookish printing and reading too many books at onceCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: taking our top reads from each year 2019-2024 and ranking themThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site)..
2025-10-2700 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 12: Reading Mishaps + Travels and Book BuyingOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: accidental reads and jumbled audiobooksCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: the way we buy books while travelingThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site).. . . . 1:29 - Our Bookish Moment...
2025-10-2000 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 10: Squeeze Your Tenders + When Reading Gets DangerousOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: bookish wishes coming true and picture books we loveCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: Kaytee gets silly about how reading can be dangerousThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site).. . ...
2025-10-0600 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 9: Car-cuteries + Narrative POVsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: car picnics and even more bookshelves!Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: all about narrative POVs - do they matter? do we like one more than the other?The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site).
2025-09-2900 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 8: Wordy Card Games + All Things Pre-OrderOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: movie adaptations and wordy card gamesCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: answering a listener question about all things pre-ordersThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site).. . . . 1:1...
2025-09-2200 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 7: Small-Town Escapes + Reading - Why So Serious?On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: a budding book collector + a favorite book wins the Hugo AwardCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: reading — why so serious?The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site).. . . . 1...
2025-09-1500 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 6: Octogenarians in the Spotlight + Diving into Reading DeeplyOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: being told what to read by our past selves + insomnia reading on my kindleCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how to read deeplyThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site).. . ...
2025-09-0800 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 5: The 4th C: Relaxing Your Chestal Region + Boss My TBROn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: overflowing bookshelves + a fun way to count your finished readsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: we are bossing some more TBRsThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site).. . . . ...
2025-09-0100 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 3: Let There Be Light + Avoiding Book AmnesiaOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: bookstore romance day + let there be a reading lightCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: advice on avoiding bookish amnesiaThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 01:5...
2025-08-1800 min
Currently ReadingSeason 8, Episode 2: Reader Roulette + Our Assigned Summer ReadingOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: devoting unexpected extra time on morning reading + journaling and embracing chaotic reading with reader rouletteCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: we circle back to the summer reads we assigned to each other The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on...
2025-08-1100 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 50: Best of Season 7On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are finishing up season seven with a look back and a look forward!Season Seven In Review: interesting stats, regrets, and exciting upcoming content!Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . . 1:24 - Season Seven, In ReviewThe most downloaded episodes of the season1:58 - CR Season 7: Episode 22 - Our Top Reads of 20242:09 - CR Sea...
2025-07-2100 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 48: Our 2025 Group Show!On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are joined by show regulars Roxanna and Mary and they are discussing:Unique or Shared!: We give you a statement that may make us either unique or shared, and discuss!Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 2:52 - Unique Or Shared3:22 - I am the worst library user ever. (Roxanna)5:21 - Wundersmith by Jessica Townsend12:37 - I l...
2025-07-0700 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 47: Reading Life Temp Check + Pressing Books Into Each Other's HandsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: readerly badges and DNFing books Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: we check in on our reading lives and press book into the other’s handsThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). .
2025-06-3000 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 46: Witchy Names + All About Morning ReadingOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: reading at the beach and sisterly bookish tattoosCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: all the ins and outs of morning readingThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . .
2025-06-2300 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 44: Sick Reading + To Skim Or Not To SkimOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: reading while sick and reading on birthday tripsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: when it’s okay to skim and when it’s notThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . .
2025-06-0900 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 43: Bookish Get Togethers + Virtual Reading RetreatsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Mary are discussing:Bookish Moments: bookish get togethers and bookish connection eventsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: the ins and outs of a virtual reading retreatThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . .
2025-06-0200 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 42: Replant Your Reading + How To Talk About Books In The WildOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: reading slumps and how to replant your reading lifeCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how to talk about books “in the wild”The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . .
2025-05-2600 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 41: Poolside Reading + Bookish Friends' Best Books Of 2024On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: poolside reading and friends who know your reading tastesCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: it’s finally time to let you know the bookish friends’ best books of 2024!The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site)...
2025-05-1900 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 40: Bookish Friends Step Up + Boss My TBROn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: shifting our perspectives and bookish friends stepping upCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: we are bossing some more TBRsThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 1:23...
2025-05-1200 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 38: Crying Over Books + A Book That Surprised UsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: silencing notifications and crying over booksCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: a book that surprised us and how we can replicate that experienceThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . ...
2025-04-2800 min
Currently ReadingA Journey to Three Pines - Episode 9: How the Light Gets InWe are so excited to journey with you to Three Pines, the fictional French-Canadian village created by Louise Penny for her Three Pines series, featuring Armand Gamache. This spin-off podcast series will tackle each of the books in the series in turn, in a spoiler-FILLED format. Be sure you’ve read the book before listening to the episode.As you’ve come to expect with all Currently Reading content, Meredith and Roxanna will follow a regular episode format, with regular segments, so you know what to expect each and every time. We love staying focused on the book...
2025-04-2500 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 37: Dumb Phones + Using AI To Enhance Our Reading LivesOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: dumb phones and live showsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how you can use AI to know yourself better as a readerThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . ...
2025-04-2100 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 36: Heart Pounding Reads + The Downsides To Book PodcastingOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: heart pounding reads and bookish goodiesCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: the stuff we don’t love about book podcastingThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 1:2...
2025-04-1400 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 35: Piles of Books + How We Purge Our ShelvesOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: piles of books and bookishness in non bookish placesCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how we purge our shelvesThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 1:47...
2025-04-0700 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 34: Reading What We Want + Our Reading Life Temp ChecksOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: reading what we want and bookish get togethersCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: we check in on our reading livesThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 1...
2025-03-3100 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 33: The Perfect Reading Ambiance + Finding Hidden GemsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Roxanna are discussing:Bookish Moments: the perfect reading experience and hearing others talk about booksCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how we find those hidden gem booksThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . ...
2025-03-2400 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 32: Reading Retreats + Boss My TBROn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: reading retreats, one finished and one scheduledCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: we boss some more TBRsThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 1:16 - Our Boo...
2025-03-1700 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 31: New Learning Apps + Prioritizing Our Own TBROn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: finishing physical books and new learning appsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how we balance our TBRs and new releasesThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 1...
2025-03-1000 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 30: New Indie Bookstores + Our Six Star ReadsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: Kindle samples and getting new indie bookstoresCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: six star books to which we will take no criticism from anyoneThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). .
2025-03-0300 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 29: Series Completist + Non Tragic Bookish TragediesOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: book sets and learning new thingsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: things we find tragic in our reading lives that may not actually be tragediesThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). ...
2025-02-2400 min
Currently ReadingA Journey to Three Pines - Episode 8: The Beautiful MysteryWe are so excited to journey with you to Three Pines, the fictional French-Canadian village created by Louise Penny for her Three Pines series, featuring Armand Gamache. This spin-off podcast series will tackle each of the books in the series in turn, in a spoiler-FILLED format. Be sure you’ve read the book before listening to the episode.As you’ve come to expect with all Currently Reading content, Meredith and Roxanna will follow a regular episode format, with regular segments, so you know what to expect each and every time. We love staying focused on the book...
2025-02-2100 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 28: Books As Equalizers + Losing Momentum In Our ReadingOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: books as equalizers and kiddos who love books as much as we doCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: what we do to keep momentum in our reading livesThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site)
2025-02-1700 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 27: Booktube + Finishing A Book WellOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: booktube and libraries enabling our hobbiesCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how to finish a book wellThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 1:35 - Our Boo...
2025-02-1000 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 26: Bookish Geese + Boss My TBROn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: audiobook listening and keeping track of book recsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: we boss some TBRsThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . :10 - Ad For...
2025-02-0300 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 25: Reading Resolutions + The Art Of The DNFOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: reading resolutions and reading while being tattooedCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: all things DNF: how we define it, how we do it, etc.The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). .
2025-01-2700 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 22: Our Top Reads of 2024!On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are sharing their favorite reads of 2024. This year, we have two lists: favorite reading experiences and favorite books. With so many great reading experiences of… not so great books, we had to differentiate. We had some very surprising mentions, and no overlaps this year!*Reading experiences are interspersed throughout the episode this year, and those are labeled with “RE”Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . ...
2025-01-0600 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 21: A Look Back - Our Top Reads of 2020!On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are taking a look back at their favorite reads of 2020. This year we read the most we had ever read up. to that point, and we had a hard time narrowing down our favorites! Most of these books should be available for you to grab if any interest you after hearing us rave about them four years ago!Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . .
2024-12-3000 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 20: Book Superlatives + Fitting In Reading Around The HolidaysOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: mistletoe horror and book to screen adaptationsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how to fit in reading during the holidaysThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 4...
2024-12-1600 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 19: New Book Subscriptions + Wishes To The Holiday Book FairyOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: new book subscriptions and audiobooks coming in clutchCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: we make wishes to the holiday book fairyThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . .
2024-12-0900 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 18: Spreadsheet Season + Bookishness We Are Thankful ForOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: relying on books when sick and bookish themed partiesCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: bookishness that we are thankful forThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 1...
2024-12-0200 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 17: Book Dealers + Raising ReadersOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: book buying sprees and being book pushersCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how to and how not to raise readersThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 1...
2024-11-2500 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 16: Wrapper Bookmarks + Spreading Bookish LoveOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: disappointing kindles and random things as wrappersCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: letting you know the bookish people, places, and podcasts we loveThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . ...
2024-11-1800 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 15: Book Talks In The Wild + Reading RitualsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: book talks in the wild and new Louise Penny booksCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: our reading ritualsThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 1:29 - Our B...
2024-11-1100 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 14: Bookish Lego + Boss My TBROn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: following us on Instagram and new bookish lego setsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: we are bossing more TBRs!The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . 1:24...
2024-11-0400 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 12: New Furry Friends + Retaining What We ReadOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: forgetting how to read and introducing new furry palsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: if we retain what we read and if it mattersThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). .
2024-10-2100 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 10: Readers In The Wild + Authors We Would Mourn OverOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: being the bookish person at work and discussing books in grocery storesCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: authors we would take a day off to mourn overThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site)...
2024-10-0700 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 9: Bookish Crafts + Why Reading Makes Us BetterOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: bookish crafting and annotation gift setsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: diving into research about why reading makes us better humansThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . .
2024-09-3000 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 8: A Lady of Yore + Advice For Our Past Readerly SelvesOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: Feeling like a lady of yore and how bookstores contain the best peopleCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: answering the question “What is some advice you would tell your past readerly self"?”The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the...
2024-09-2300 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 7: Bookish Fitness + How To Fit In Books When We Don't Want ToOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: How books will always be there for us and how ratings easily influence readingCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: answering the question “How do you handle reading a book you’re not going to enjoy or HAVE to read”. from listener Adrienne.The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the...
2024-09-1600 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 6: CR Merch + A Conversation with Bill LargentOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith is joined by Bill Largent and they are discussing:Bookish Moments: CR merch and prepping for the big showCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: a discussion with Bill about his reading lifeThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site).
2024-09-0900 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 5: Talking to Fictional Characters + Boss My TBROn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith an Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: talking books with fictional characters and kindle pillowsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: we are bossing the TBR of two more bookish friendsThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . ...
2024-09-0200 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 4: Reading Routines + The Journey Of Currently ReadingOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: reading routines and meeting local authorsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: the journey from season one to season seven of Currently ReadingThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . ...
2024-08-2600 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 3: Utilizing AI + Huggable BooksOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: utilizing AI and getting back into the library swing of thingsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: our most huggable booksThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . ...
2024-08-1900 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 2: Library Love + Boss Our Summer TBR UpdateOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: morning reading and loving the libraryCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: an update and discussion on the boss OUR summer TBR episodeThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . ...
2024-08-1200 min
Currently ReadingSeason 7, Episode 1: Reading What We Want + What We Did Over Summer BreakOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: reading about new hobbies and talking about books to everyone IRLCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: recapping our summer vacationThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . ...
2024-08-0500 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 50: Season Six In ReviewOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are joined by show regulars Roxanna and Mary and they are discussing:Season Six In Review: interesting stats, regrets, and exciting upcoming content!Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . . 3:06 - Season Six In ReviewThe most downloaded episode of the season4:05 - CR Season 6: Episode 25 w/Jamie Golden and Knox McCoy5:42 - CR Sea...
2024-07-2200 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 49: Ask Us Anything!On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are joined by show regulars Roxanna and Mary and they are discussing:An Ask Us Anything Episode!: You asked, and we answered! Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . . 2:30 - Ask Us AnythingWhat was the first book that got you hooked into reading?3:00 - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling...
2024-07-1500 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 47: Morning Reads + Boss Our Summer TBRs!*Please note that Kaytee was out of her regular recording space this week and it affected her audio. It’s not you, it’s us. Back to normal next week!*On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: binging a great series and re-introducing morning readingCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: you get to boss our summer TBRs!The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives...
2024-07-0100 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 46: Bookish Community + What Makes A Good Book ReviewOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: meeting Currently Reading show regularsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: what we think goes into a good book reviewThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . .
2024-06-2400 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 44: Book Recommendations + Books We Wish We Read SoonerOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: book recommendations and…. book recommendations! Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: books we wish we read soonerThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . . :10 - Bite Siz...
2024-06-1000 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 43: Meeting Bookish Friends + Starting New BooksOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Roxanna are discussing:Bookish Moments: meeting bookish friends and “salt” booksCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: difficulty in starting new booksThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . . :10 - Bite Size...
2024-06-0300 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 42: New Used Books + Our Recent DNFs and NRNsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: more bookish podcasts and new to us booksCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: books we have recently DNFd or NRNdThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . ...
2024-05-2700 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 41: Bookish Mail + Unputdownable BooksOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: bookish mail and more tech to help our reading livesCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: what makes an unputdownable book and some examplesThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . ...
2024-05-2000 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 40: Accepting Feedback + Our Top 5 Reads of 2024 (So Far!)On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: accepting bookish feedback and purging our bookshelvesCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: our current top 5 reads of 2024The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . . 1:29...
2024-05-1300 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 39: Teaching Future Generations + The Bookish OverhypeOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: talking podcasting with young people and book to film buzzCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: All kinds of bookish overhypeThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . ...
2024-05-0600 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 38: Talking to Authors + Boss My TBROn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: our children reading to the elderly and finally talking to authorsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: Boss My TBR for two bookish friendsThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . ...
2024-04-2900 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 36: New Kinds of Books + Managing Our Massive TBRsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: learning of new kinds of books and creating outdoor reading spacesCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how we manage our massive TBRs and how we choose our next readThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main sit...
2024-04-1500 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 34: Comfort Listening + A No Prep EpisodeOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: more efficient book signings and reading when we need to rechargeCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: an unofficial deep dive into no prep episodesThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). .
2024-04-0100 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 33: Crumble and Chronicles + Changes In Our Reading Lives Over TimeOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Roxanna are discussing:Bookish Moments: pastries while reading and huge bookish hangoversCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: the ways our reading lives and changed and expanded over timeThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . ...
2024-03-2500 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 32: Book Signings + Revisiting What Is Working and Not Working In Our Reading LivesOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: book signings and reading retreatsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: revisiting what is working and what isn’t working in our current reading livesThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . ...
2024-03-1800 min
The Currently Reading PodcastSeason 6, Episode 31: Puzzle Competitions + Kaytee and Meredith's Bookish RetreatOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: puzzle competitions and a new to Meredith podcast Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: a recap of Kaytee and Meredith's annual CR get together The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . .
2024-03-1159 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 31: Puzzle Competitions + Kaytee and Meredith's Bookish RetreatOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: puzzle competitions and a new to Meredith podcastCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: a recap of Kaytee and Meredith’s annual CR get togetherThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . ...
2024-03-1100 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 28: Book to Film Excitement + Boss My TBROn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: bossing our friends' TBRs and an exciting look at a book to film previewCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: bossing two listeners’ TBRsThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . .
2024-02-1900 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 27: Meredith Meeting Authors + Tropes We Are Tired Of ReadingOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: even more bookshelves and Meredith potentially meeting authorsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: tropes we are tired of readingThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . .
2024-02-1200 minThe Currently Reading PodcastSeason 6, Episode 27: Meredith Meeting Authors + Tropes We Are Tired Of ReadingOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: even more bookshelves and Meredith potentially meeting authors Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: tropes we are tired of reading The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . . .
2024-02-1257 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 26: Patreon Free Trials + Bookish Friends’ Best and Worst Books of 2023On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: bookish pre-orders and picking the right books for ourselvesCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: Bookish Friends’ best and worst books of 2023, with interesting overlaps!The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . ...
2024-02-0500 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 22: Our Top Ten Books of 2023On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are sharing their favorite reads of 2023. This year, we have two lists: favorite reading experiences and favorite books. With so many great reading experiences of… not so great books, we had to differentiate. We also had a few overlaps, and some reads that really surprised the other! Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . . 1:46 - Our Yearly Reading Overview5:41 - The No...
2024-01-0800 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 21: A Look Back - Our Favorite Books of 2019On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are taking a look back at their favorite reads of 2019. These stood the test of time better than our 2018 reads, and most of these books should be available for you to grab if any interest you after hearing us rave about them four years ago! Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . . 4:30 - Our Top 10 Reads of 20195:07 - Sweep by Jon...
2024-01-0100 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 20: Acts of Service + Themed Reading MonthsOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: sweet acts of service and manifesting wintry feelingsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: themed reading months and how we incorporate them into our reading livesThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). ...
2023-12-1800 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6, Episode 19: Book Subscriptions + Books That Kept Us Up At NightOn this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing:Bookish Moments: book subscriptions and bookish adventsCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: the types of and specific books that kept us up at nightThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . ...
2023-12-1100 min
Currently ReadingSeason 6: Episode 18: Reading Trackers + How The Holidays Affect our ReadingOn this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing:Bookish Moments: the 2024 reading tracker and Christmas picture booksCurrent Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading latelyDeep Dive: how the holidays affect our reading livesThe Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading livesShow notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . .
2023-12-0400 minThe Currently Reading PodcastA Preview Episode of All Things Murderful with MeredithThis is a PREVIEW of a special series just for the Patreon Supporters ("Bookish Friends") of the Currently Reading Podcast who love mysteries and thrillers. It's called "All Things Murderful with Meredith". Meredith had so much fun with this new thing that we wanted to share this first episode with everyone! Today, Meredith is drinking HEB's Texas Pecan coffee and you can get one of Meredith's "Scary Books are My Jam" mugs here! Books mentioned in this episode: Something procedural (and a series!) Raven Black by Ann Cleeves, first...
2020-10-0920 minThe Currently Reading PodcastSeason 2, Episode 36: Why We Read Middle Grade and YA (plus Stroooong Opinions & Meredith Identifies with a Literary Villain)Today, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: a COVID(eo) recording with our kids and a Bookish Scavenger Hunt Current Reads: each of us shares three books we've been reading lately including two strong opinions about galleys we received. Deep Dive: Why would an adult read a YA or Middle Grade book? Book Presses: we're adding more "middle grade reads that adults will love" to your TBR stacks! Bonus: we go on a ridiculous tangent about the wild animals we would like to own as pets and a...
2020-04-1348 minThe Currently Reading PodcastSeason 2, Episode 12: Meredith's Big Reading "Pause" + Books By Authors from Other CountriesKaytee and Meredith are back into their routine after some guests and a big shake-up, and we're excited to be here! You'll hear a "bookish moment of the week" from each of us: moving and the big changes it brings, a #bookstagram challenge. Next, we discuss our current reads for the week. This week is going to feel a little different for a number of reasons. Take a listen to hear about 2 books Kaytee read recently and then we'll talk about what's happening with Meredith's reading life. We'll move on to a short...
2019-10-2151 min