June 2025 Three Things
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It’s time for our June Three Things! But first, vote for our July Book Club Pick in our ! Stay tuned for discussions about TJR getting the star treatment in Time magazine, the state of indie podcasting, a book battle mini-game, and more! Becca’s Things The efficacy of learning languages via Duolingo Podcast Longevity Olivia’s Things Hailey Bieber Selling Rhode for 1 Billion Dollars Becca’s Favorite Books Battle: vs , vs vs , and , vs Obsessions Becca - Olivia - What we read this week Olivia - Becca - This Month’s Book...
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Katie Kitamura on Writing Audition
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We had the pleasure of recording a bonus episode with Katie Kitamura, the author of our May Book Club Pick, ! We ask her about the book’s inspiration, the writing process of such an experimental novel, what’s ~actually~ going on in the plot, and the origins of the scenes that have stuck with us the most. This Month’s Book Club Pick - (have thoughts about this book you want to share? Call in at 843-405-3157 or email us a voice memo at [email protected]) Join our for amazing book recs & more! Buy our ! Join our Order Olivia’s Book, ! Subscribe to O...
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Audition Book Club
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We’re SO excited to discuss ! While this book may be hard to recap (uh, what actually happened??), we can’t wait to dive into theories and themes. We share our feelings about the ambiguous plot and discuss the theme of performance throughout the book. We also explore overlaps with two other past pieces of favorite content. And get ready, we’ll have a bonus episode out tomorrow with Katie Kitamura herself to get a behind-the-scenes look on the process of writing this book. Obsessions Becca - Olivia - Katie Kitamura (stay tuned for our bonus episode...
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Writing Young Adult Fiction with Jessica Goodman
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This week, we're chatting about the ins and outs of writing Young Adult Fiction with We talk with her about getting started in the genre, the challenges of writing YA, how she gets inspiration for her books, and more! Read more from Jessica in The Meadowbrook Murders, The Counselors, The Legacies, They’ll Never Catch Us, and They Wish They Were Us. Obsessions Olivia - Becca - What we read this week Becca - Olivia - This Month’s Book Club Pick - (have thoughts about this book you want to share? Call in at 843-405-3157 or email us a voice...
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Our Summer Backlist Reading
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Whether you’re a library reader, a used bookstore connoisseur, or just buy books faster than you read ‘em, this episode is for you! We’re chatting about the backlist books (AKA books released over 1 year ago) on our TBR. Olivia’s List Becca’s List ) or Listener Reccomendations Obsessions Becca - Olivia - Walks + What we read this week Becca - Olivia - , This Month’s Book Club Pick - (have thoughts about this book you want to share? Call in at 843-405-3157 or email us a voice memo at...
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May 2025 Three Things
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It’s Three Things time! We’re covering topics from Olivia’s family parasocial obsession, spin-off books, sleep routines, party snacks, and more! Olivia’s Things Standout Book Covers of 2025 The Today Show Hosts’ Impact on Boomers What snacks would you be excited to find at a party? Becca’s Things What book characters do you want to read a spinoff about? Glennon Doyle’s week on Substack Sleep Routines Obsessions Becca - Olivia - What we read this week Olivia - , Becca - This Month’s Book Club Pick - (have thoughts about this...
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Wild Dark Shore Book Club
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So excited to talk about our April Book Club Pick, ! We went into this book without much context and loved experiencing this literary mystery. We discuss what genre this book falls in, our feelings on climate fiction, the real-life inspirations behind this books, and of course the many twists and turns of the mystery plotline. Obsessions Becca - Olivia - Daffodils What we read this week Becca - , This Month’s Book Club Pick - (have thoughts about this book you want to share? Call in at 843-405-3157 or email us a voice memo at [email protected]) ...
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April Catch Up
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We thought it was time for a good ol’ catch-up! We have much to cover, including (but not limited to) writing updates, new journaling habits, career developments, travel plans, spring hobbies, and MORE! Highly recommend reading Obsessions Becca - Olivia - What we read this week Olivia - , , , Becca - This Month’s Book Club Pick - (have thoughts about this book you want to share? Call in at 843-405-3157 or email us a voice memo at [email protected]) Sponsors Quince - go to to get free shipping and 365-day returns Better Help - Visit ...
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Life After Rejection (Spoiler: It’s Pretty Good!)
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This week, we're talking about rejection, failure, and how two guests dealt with them! First, we’re talking to New York Times best-selling author about navigating rejection on submission, and the daily rejections entailed in living a creative life. Then, we’re talking to about shuttering her business and going back to the corporate world. You can read more from Andrea in her newsletter, and her books , , and . Her latest novel, , is out May 20. Read more from Azora in her newsletter, . You may also remember our about starting her eco-friendly e-commerce...
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April 2025 Three Things
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Long time, no things! We’re excited to dive into the random topics on our minds lately, from shows we’re watching, movie news, the celebrity quiz we’re positive you didn’t see coming, and more! Becca’s Things Casual Viewing Content (inspired by this ), specifically and Applying body lotion (Olivia thinks the is worth a try!) Are you a Bird or a Potato? Olivia’s Things Your Favorite Bookstores! (Becca’s - , , , , , , | Olivia - , , , , , ) Pinterest Feed Tours Obsessions Olivia - Becca - Learning French (on ) What we read this week Becca - , (Out...
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It’s about that time for a holly jolly gift guide! We gathered gift ideas for every price point from 5-year journals to candy to candles and more!
Under $25
Furbish Studio Matchbook Ornament - $28
BonBon holiday gift box - Med - $28
Book Person Mug ($15) + a book
Weleda Skin Food - $13
Thrifted Matchstrike W/ Matches
Framebridge ornaments ($25)
$25-$50
LEUCHTTURM1917 - Some Lines A Day ($33) + a nice pen
Custom Pet Stamp - $33
Confetti Flutes ($24) + Bottle of champagne
Watercolor Set ($29.99) + Watercolor coloring book ($15)
Rooms of Their Own: Where Great Writers Write book ($26)
Photo prints
Necessaire Body Serum ($48)
$50-$100
Fredricks & Mae cutting board (med $95; small $40) and a cookbook like More Is More and Cook this Book by Molly Baz, What Goes With What by Julia Turshen, and What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking by Caroline Chambers
Free People Classic Striped Crewneck ($98) or Malibu Surf Sweater Set ($88)
Goldbelly Essa Bagel Brunch for 6 - $99
Etsy Handmade ceramic mugs (so many to choose from, usually $60 - $80)
Target gift card and a friend date
$100+
Hotel lobby candle votive candle - $145
Lingua Franca Sweatshirt - $175 (LFBECCA10 for 10% off)
Bose Quiet Comfort Headphones - $350
Coach Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 39 $495
Engraved Locket/Jewelry from Monica Vinader - $130 - $178
Obsessions
Becca - Grossy Pelosi Big Italian Sandwich Puzzle
Olivia - Little Women (2019)
What we read this week
Becca - The Pumpkin Spice Cafe by Laurie Gilmore, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by VE Schwab
Olivia - Spells for Forgetting by Adrienne Young, The Boyfriend by Frieda McFadden
This Month’s Book Club Pick - Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten (have thoughts about this book you want to share? Call in at 843-405-3157 or email us a voice memo at [email protected])
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