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Is Fanfiction Feminist?
12/16/2025
Is Fanfiction Feminist?
New to fanfic? Not sure where to start or whether you even should? We got you! In this episode, Jordy, Mhairie, and Shoshana explore the world of fanfiction, its fandom roots, its role in uplifting marginalized voices, and why it remains a powerful feminist space. They also dig into the ethical complications of engaging with fanworks inspired by harmful or problematic creators. Together, they unpack how fanfiction becomes a site of creativity, community, and cultural resistance. Book and resources mentioned: by SenLinYu by Samantha Shannon Article on fandom culture - AO3 Diversity statement - AO3 FAQ on tagging - Article of the brief history of LGBTQIA+ fanfiction - TV Shows Mentioned Stargate SG - 1 - Star Trek - Teen Wolf - The Night Agent - Support and follow our hosts! Follow Jordy: // // Follow Shoshana: // // Follow Mhairie: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] Burning Down the Systems That Cage Us
12/11/2025
[MINI POD] Burning Down the Systems That Cage Us
MINI POD! Jordy dives into two books: A Beautiful and Terrible Murder and Dream by the Shadows. Both books follow women who refuse to be silenced by corrupt institutions. From Oxford's secretive halls to a dream-haunted kingdom, these stories are full of clever rebellion, dark intrigue, and empowered women. Books mentioned: Support and follow our host! Follow Jordy: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Controversy on the Moors: What’s up with Emerald Fennell and Wuthering Heights?
12/09/2025
Controversy on the Moors: What’s up with Emerald Fennell and Wuthering Heights?
Mariquita, Jordy, and Nox get together to explain the controversies around Emerald Fennell’s adaptation of Wuthering Heights, weigh in on whether they think the uproar is valid (spoiler: they do!), and provide their opinions on just how romantic literature’s first romance book really is. CW: intimate partner violence, child abuse, animal abuse, sexual assault, generational trauma, maternal mortality, child abandonment. Books mentioned: Support and follow our hosts! Follow Mariquita: // // // Follow Jordy: // Follow Nox: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] Home for the Holidays (even when you’re not)
12/04/2025
[MINI POD] Home for the Holidays (even when you’re not)
MINI POD! Jordy dives into the magic of holiday romances and the tradition of finding “home” in books. From friends-swapping vacations to chaotic family gatherings and second-chance love, this episode explores how these festive reads bring comfort, joy, and cheer to even the loneliest holiday season. Books mentioned: Support and follow our host! Follow Jordy: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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How Do You Solve a Problem Like Cleopatra?
12/02/2025
How Do You Solve a Problem Like Cleopatra?
Not every book we read will skyrocket to the top of our lists. Casey, Jordy, and Nox discuss this and more regarding Cleopatra’s story in . Nox DNF’d it, and Jordy and Casey felt it left the reader wanting more, especially regarding Cleopatra’s power and influence. All three agree that Solomon’s prose is lush and worth reading, though! Light (yet hilarious) spoilers when Jordy reveals gasp Caesar dies. Books mentioned: (book on CD linked, but check your library!) Support and follow our hosts! Follow Casey: Follow Jordy: // Follow Nox: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] I Have a Voice
11/20/2025
[MINI POD] I Have a Voice
MINI POD! Nox discusses two instances of disrespect towards powerful Mexican women in recent news: The treatment of Fatima Bosch (Miss Mexico) by the Miss Universe executive director, and the public groping of Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, the current President of Mexico. Nox digs into these stories and the importance of women working together/ Books mentioned: Support and follow our host! Follow Nox: // // // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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All We Want is Everything with Soraya Chemaly
11/18/2025
All We Want is Everything with Soraya Chemaly
We’re not joking when we say this one is required listening. Mariquita talks with author and activist Soraya Chemaly about her latest book, . Soraya explains how male supremacy is the structure upon which all of our systems are built, whether they be close to home or on a global scale. Together, Soraya and Mariquita give suggestions for how to create a different environment and patterns of behavior both individually and collectively and emphasize that the work of educating men on the burdens and breadth of male supremacy is not the onus of women but is the responsibility of men. Soraya’s books: Support and follow our guest and host! Follow Soraya Chemaly: // // Follow Mariquita: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Girls Play Dead with Jen Percy
11/11/2025
Girls Play Dead with Jen Percy
Mariquita talks with Jen Percy about her recent book, . Based on her article, What People Misunderstand About Rape, Girls Play Dead expands the conversation about the myriad responses to sexual assault and rape, weaving in personal stories and historical context. Their conversation covers the common reactions of tonic and collapsed immobility, evolutionary ways humans have evolved to survive trauma, and how colonialism and individualism can stymy recovery for some survivors who instead would benefit from collectivism and community care. CW: Sexual assault, sexual abuse, rape, child abuse, chronic illness, addiction, medical malfeasance Support and follow our guest and host! Follow Jen Percy: // // Follow Mariquita: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] Cowgirls, Ghosts, and Grit: The Worlds of Lyla Sage
11/06/2025
[MINI POD] Cowgirls, Ghosts, and Grit: The Worlds of Lyla Sage
MINI POD! Jordy dives into the worlds of Lyla Sage, where small towns meet big emotions, and love is both fierce and tender. This episode explores how Sage’s stories remind us that feminism can hold grace and grit in equal measure, and that choosing yourself can be the bravest kind of love story. Books by Lyla Sage mentioned: Support and follow our host! Follow Jordy: Instagram // Bookworm Reads // Pagebound.co @jordymac This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Reality TV, Religion, and Reclamation: Discussing Sister Wife by Christine Brown Wooley
11/04/2025
Reality TV, Religion, and Reclamation: Discussing Sister Wife by Christine Brown Wooley
Join Jordy and Nox as they dive into , the new memoir from TLC’s Sister Wives star . What begins as a story about reality TV and polygamy transforms into a conversation about faith, autonomy, and liberation. Together they unpack Christine’s courageous decision to leave not only her marriage but an entire belief system, and what it means to reclaim your story. Support and follow our hosts! Follow Jordy: Instagram // Bookworm Reads // Pagebound.co @jordymac Follow Nox: // // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] Sink the System
10/30/2025
[MINI POD] Sink the System
MINI POD! Luxury ships, love triangles, and late-state capitalism, oh my! In this mini episode, Jordy dives into , a feminist dystopia that asks what happens when the world’s elite sail away from the chaos they’ve created, and one girl decides to sink the system from within. Support and follow our host! Follow Jordy: Instagram // Bookworm Reads // Pagebound.co @jordymac This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Unbearable: A Discussion with Irin Carmon on Pregnancy in America
10/28/2025
Unbearable: A Discussion with Irin Carmon on Pregnancy in America
Mariquita talks with author Irin Carmon about her newest book, Unbearable: Five Women and the Perils of Pregnancy in America. Their discussion covers the racist roots of ob/gyn medicine in America, provides context for the current state of reproductive care, and ties in vital personal stories of families that have been affected by the legacy of racism and lack of safe, equitable treatment for women of color, which treatment has disproportionately had fatal consequences. CW: Discussions of maternal mortality, Black maternal mortality, maternal death, abortion, miscarriage, medical violence, racism, grief/loss, infertility Books and Resources Mentioned: on the death of Sha-Asia Semple on the death of Christine Fields - Seeking funds Support and follow our guest and host! Follow Irin Carmon: // Follow Mariquita: // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] Spotlight on Sarah Gailey
10/23/2025
[MINI POD] Spotlight on Sarah Gailey
MINI POD! Who are some of your must-read authors? Renee shares one of hers, Sarah Gailey. You can always count on Gailey to write the most outlandish, unusual books. Today, Renee shares four for your shelves. Support and follow our host! Follow Renee: // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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It's Murder Time!
10/21/2025
It's Murder Time!
Grab your magnifying glass, don your monocle and trench coat, because we’re talking murder mysteries today! First, Shoshana and Mariquita define the mystery genre, subgenres, and key terms. They also share some of their favorite mystery books for your TBR. Then Renee dives into her favorite sub-sub-genre of mysteries: cozy food mysteries by and about women of color. Happy reading! Books and Resources Mentioned: Support and follow our hosts! Follow Shoshana: // // Follow Mariquita: // Follow Renee: // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] Damsel? Never Heard of Her.
10/16/2025
[MINI POD] Damsel? Never Heard of Her.
MINI POD! We love a hyper-niche genre, and today Jordy dives into three books she’s categorizing as satirical feminist fairytales and mysteries. This episode explores how feminism isn’t about rejecting the notion of fairytales, but rather rewriting them to our standard. Mentioned: Support and follow our host! Follow Jordy: // Bookworm Reads // Pagebound.co @jordyrmac This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Book Recommendations with Mother Horror
10/14/2025
Book Recommendations with Mother Horror
Feeling ghoulish? We have an expertly curated reading list for you! Mhairie and Mother Horror herself, Sadie Hartmann, share some of their horror book recommendations, using the format and trope categories from Sadie’s new book, . Books and Resources Mentioned: - Sadie Hartmann - Alexis Henderson - Sadie Hartmann by Catherine Dang. Simon and Schuster 2025. 288 pages. Trope: Eat Your Vegetables by Shannon Morgan. Kensington 2023. 368 pages. Trope: If These Walls Could Talk by Jen Sookfong Lee. Penguin Random House. 384 Pages. Trope: Exposing Historical Erasure by Kylie Lee Baker. Mira (US)/ Hodden (UK) 2025. 298 pages. Trope: Exposing Historical Erasure by Saskia Nislow. Creature Publishing 2025. 140 pages. Trope: Swampcore and Sporror by Clarence A Haynes. Legacy Lit 2025. 230 pages. Trope: I See Dead People by Vanessa F. Penney. ECW Press 2025. 288 Pages. Trope: Women Vs the Cult and Sisterhood by Natalie Theodoridou. Tin House Books 2025. 312 pages. Trope: Folklore and Fairytales Support and follow our host and guest! Follow Mhairie: // // Follow Mother Horror: // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] I Who Have Never Known Men
10/09/2025
[MINI POD] I Who Have Never Known Men
MINI POD! Rah can’t stop thinking about the book I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman. Tune in to hear why this book has been stuck on their brain. Mentioned: Carmen Maria Machado’s in the New Yorker Support and follow our host! Follow Rah: // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Man’s Best Friend, Part II: Music, Marketing, and the Algorithms That Shape Us
10/07/2025
Man’s Best Friend, Part II: Music, Marketing, and the Algorithms That Shape Us
It may be Swiftemonium out there, but we’re still thinking about Sabrina Carpenter. Nox and Ashley wrap up their two-part conversation on Sabrina Carpenter’s latest album, Man’s Best Friend. They dive into how the music itself compares with the album’s rollout, reflect on their favorite tracks, and unpack the growing trend of shorter songs in pop music. The conversation doesn’t stop with the music—they also bring in book recommendations that explore themes of music, playlists, and algorithms. Together, they consider how technology influences the way we listen, discover, and connect with art. Books and Resources Mentioned: Support and follow our hosts! Ashley’s I Nox’s I I I This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] Thrills & Chills
10/02/2025
[MINI POD] Thrills & Chills
MINI POD! In this short episode, Jordy shares three fall reads that range from haunting suspense to dark romance and cozy mystery. Whether you’re craving a thriller, a morally gray serial killer love story, or a nostalgic whodunnit, this line-up has your fall TBR covered. Books Mentioned: TV shows mentioned: Dexter Only Murders in the Building The Golden Girls Movies mentioned: Get Out Mr. & Mrs. Smith Resources: Support and follow our host! Follow Jordy: // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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All Things Fantastical
09/30/2025
All Things Fantastical
This week we’re sailing into magical realms and creeping through gothic shadows! First up, Shoshana and Jordy gush about all things fantasy — what makes the genre so enchanting, why we can’t get enough, and a few favorite books to add to your TBR. Then Ashley chats with author Kathleen Kaufman about feminist gothic horror, the Scottish roots behind her novel , and how women’s struggles past and present intertwine. Grab your headphones and let’s get fantastical! Books and Resources Mentioned: Support and follow our guest and hosts! Follow Shoshana: // // Follow Jordy: // Follow Ashley: // Follow Kathleen Kaufman: This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] WNBA Memoirs
09/25/2025
[MINI POD] WNBA Memoirs
MINI POD! This short episode is a quick hit of memoirs by former and current women’s basketball players in celebration of the current WNBA Play-Offs. Books mentioned: (cw: family death and incarceration) (cw: incarceration) (cw: miscarriage and family death) Support and follow our host! Follow Ashley: // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Intro to Romance Books for Non-Romance Readers
09/23/2025
Intro to Romance Books for Non-Romance Readers
The romance genre is what keeps the book industry afloat, but where do you start if you’re not typically a romance reader? Join Renee, Mhairie, and Shoshana for a quick introduction to some of the terms used in the romance genre, plus recommendations for folks who don’t typically read romance. This episode is perfect for readers new to romance, confused by romance, or long-time romance readers looking for some fresh recommendations! Books mentioned: Resources mentioned: (Brooklyn and Los Angeles) Support and follow our guest and host! Follow Renee: // Follow Shoshana: // // Follow Mhairie: // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Feral and Hysterical: In conversation with Mother Horror
09/16/2025
Feral and Hysterical: In conversation with Mother Horror
The ‘ber months are here, so that means we’re reading horror. You know we read horror all year round, but we brought in the expert - Mother Horror herself! Tune in to hear Mhairie chat about horror books, women in horror, becoming an accidental author, and good old fashioned vibes reading. Books mentioned: - Sadie Hartmann - Peter Straub - Sadie Hartmann - V. E. Schwab - John Boyne - Elizabeth Macneal () - Monique Asher () - Trevor Noah (Audiobook is an Audible exclusive so we won’t link it, screw you Amazon!) - Silvia Moreno-Garcia () - Stephen Graham Jones () - Anbara Salam - Xenobe Purvis Resources mentioned: (Through your library, search: novelist library) Other authors mentioned: Anne Rice Stephen King John Sandford Patricia Cornwell Agatha ChristieGrady Hendrix Isabel Cañas Alexis Henderson Support and follow our guest and host! Follow Mhairie: // Mother Horror: // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Man’s Best Friend? Thoughts on Sabrina Carpenter
09/09/2025
Man’s Best Friend? Thoughts on Sabrina Carpenter
In this episode, Mhairie, Ashley, and Nox dive into the bold and provocative album art for Sabrina Carpenter’s Man’s Best Friend. The conversation explores the layered imagery, the cultural reception, and how it intersects with themes of power, desire, and kink. From feminist critique to playful banter, the hosts unpack how art can spark dialogue around pleasure, performance, and pushing boundaries. Support and follow our guest and host! Follow Ashley: // Follow Mhairie: // Follow Nox: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Girl on Girl, Part II: Desire, Consent, & the Marketplace of Pleasure
09/02/2025
Girl on Girl, Part II: Desire, Consent, & the Marketplace of Pleasure
Join hosts Ashley, Mhairie, and Mariquita as they return for the much-anticipated follow-up to their deep dive into Girl on Girl by Sophie Gilbert. In this episode, the conversation moves beyond pop culture’s impact on women and digs into the murky intersection of porn, commodification, and the market’s influence on sexual agency. Prepare for a thoughtful and candid exploration of what it means to possess—and reclaim—real agency in a world that often packages sex and desire as products. Books Mentioned: Support and follow our guest and host! Follow Ashley: // Follow Mhairie: // Follow Mariquita: // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Affirming Masculinity with Jacob Tobia
08/26/2025
Affirming Masculinity with Jacob Tobia
Ashley sits down with Jacob Tobia to discuss their book Before They Were Men. Together, they explore why Jacob avoids the phrase “toxic masculinity,” what healthier models of masculinity could look like, and how the different places Jacob has lived have shaped their views on gender and gender nonconformity. Books Mentioned: by Jacob Tobia Support and follow our guest and host! Follow Jacob: Follow Ashley: // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Girl on Girl: How Pop Culture Turned a Generation of Women Against Themselves
08/19/2025
Girl on Girl: How Pop Culture Turned a Generation of Women Against Themselves
Mariquita, Mhairie, and Ashley dive into , unpacking its most thought-provoking themes. In Part I, they explore how reality TV and social media have shaped generational beauty standards, question the pitfalls of so-called “empowerment” movements, and discuss how media literacy can equip the next generation to be both powerful and protected. Books Mentioned: Support and follow our hosts! Follow Mariquita: // Follow Mhairie: // Follow Ashley: // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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The Hollow Half by Sarah Aziza
08/12/2025
The Hollow Half by Sarah Aziza
Looking for your next beloved memoir? Rah and Ashley dive into by Sarah Aziza—a lyrical, layered exploration of queerness, family, conflict, and the passage of time. They unpack how Aziza weaves these themes into a deeply personal yet universally resonant narrative, and why savoring the book slowly made all the difference. Content Warnings: disordered eating, sexual assault, self-harm, social justice conflict Books Mentioned: by Roza Nozari by Lamya H by Samra Habib by Rashid Khalidi by Omar El Akkad Support and follow our hosts and guest! Follow Ashley: Follow Rah: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Nostalgic Summers and Prophetic Dystopia
08/05/2025
Nostalgic Summers and Prophetic Dystopia
Our feminisms contain multitudes. First, Jordy shares some books and tv shows to ingest if you don’t want to watch The Summer I Turned Pretty on Amazon but still want the sweet nostalgic summer vibes. Then, Kenesma chats with Idrys Creed about her forthcoming book 14 Flags, a dystopian novel inspired by current events in the spirit of Octavia Butler. The Summer I Turned Pretty, minus the Bezos (0:22) Join Jordy for a jam-packed episode of book and TV show recommendations that give The Summer I Turned Pretty vibes without supporting Amazon. If you’re craving summer swoons, emotional drama, and a sprinkle of teen angst (minus the Prime subscription), she’s got you covered with stories full of romance, nostalgia, and self-discovery. 14 Flags with Idrys Creed (7:06) In this episode, Kenesma sits down with writer Idrys Creed for an intimate conversation about her forthcoming novel, 14 Flags. Set in a near-future America marked by fear, surveillance, and silence, 14 Flags is a political thriller that doubles as a timely mirror to our world. Idrys shares her inspiration for the story, her thoughts on truth-telling in dangerous times, and why she believes resistance can be found in the smallest choices. It’s a powerful preview of a book that’s sure to challenge, provoke, and spark conversation. If you’d like to be a beta reader for this book, email Idrys at idryscreed@gmail.com and let her know Feminist Book Club sent you! Books Mentioned: by Crystal Maldonado by Dahlia Adler by Jenny Han by Carley Fortune by Emily Henry by Ashley Poston by K.L. Walther by Christina Lauren by Alice Oseman by Octavia Butler TV shows mentioned: Heartstopper on Netflix XO, Kitty on Netflix Never Have I Ever on Netflix The Sex Lives of College Girls on Max Movie mentioned: To All of the Boys I Loved Before on Netflix Resources: Support and follow our hosts and guest! Follow Jordy: // Follow Idrys: // Follow Kenesma: This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Libraries Get It Right While We Get It Wrong
07/29/2025
Libraries Get It Right While We Get It Wrong
In today’s two-part episode, you’ll hear some of our contributors take a deep dive into a smattering of library systems across the United States. It’s fascinating to compare and contrast different regions, especially in light of funding threats. Libraries certainly do it right. Then hear from a woman who did it all wrong–Rax King–as she discusses her new book Sloppy. Libraries Across America (0:22) Join Jordy, Shoshana, and Mariquita as they explore the contrasts between funding and accessibility to teen summer reading lists in urban and rural libraries across the U.S. This episode is packed with insights, book recommendations, questions about equity, and a deep dive into what public libraries really offer their communities. Doing It All Wrong with Rax King (29:53) Rax King, author of , joins Ashley to discuss what it means to do it all wrong. They also discuss themes including privilege, power, and recovery. A great point of note is when Rax discussed what pop culture does well about bad behavior. Books/Resources Mentioned: by Melissa Bashardoust by Julie C. Dao by Loan Le by Dean Atta by Jasmine Walls by Hanna Alkaf by Lily Braun-Arnold by Rebecca E. Hirsch by Katharine McGee by Justina Ireland by Paul Coccia by Transfighters by Brandi Morin by Pascale Lacelle by Laura Nowlin Adventures in the Northwoods by Lois Walfrid Johnson by Rax King References List Support and follow our hosts and guest! Follow Jordy: // Follow Shoshana: // // Follow Mariquita: // Follow Ashley: Follow Rax King: Instagram This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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