Feminist Book Club: The Podcast
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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 [email protected] 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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Favorite Books of 2025 So Far (Mariquita and Kenesma's version)
07/08/2025
Favorite Books of 2025 So Far (Mariquita and Kenesma's version)
Mariquita and Kenesma dive into their top 5 favorite books of 2025 (so far—with six months of reading still ahead!). In this spoiler-free conversation, they highlight memorable quotes, unpack recurring themes, and explore what makes each of these reads so unforgettable. From powerful storytelling to characters that linger long after the last page, this chat is a celebration of books that moved, challenged, and inspired them. Whether you're looking for your next great read or just love hearing people geek out about books, this episode is for you. Books/Resources Mentioned: 14 Flags by Idrys Creed- reach out to Idrys at idryscreed[at]gmail.com to be a Beta Reader Support and follow our hosts! Follow Mariquita: // 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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The Best and the Best of the Best
07/01/2025
The Best and the Best of the Best
We’re continuing our series of our team’s top five books of the year… and we won’t judge one of our contributors for misreading the prompt and sharing her top five books of all time. In fact, it made for an even richer conversation! Join FBC contributors Jordy and Casey as they share their all-time favorite reads and standout books of the year. From thrillers to non-fiction, it's a fun, heartfelt chat for anyone who loves great books, meaningful conversations, and a detour into the Hunger Games universe. Books/Resources Mentioned: Support and follow our hosts! Follow Jordy: // Follow Casey: 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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Righteous Vengeance, Haunting Yet Hopeful
06/24/2025
Righteous Vengeance, Haunting Yet Hopeful
It’s no surprise that the FBC Team is incredibly well-read across multiple genres, but this episode especially feels like a testament to that! Join Mariquita and Jordy as they discuss righteous vengeance in two young adult novels. Then stick around for Shoshana and Nox’s top five books of 2025 so far to get a taste of haunting yet hopeful books for your TBR. Faster Pussycat! Kill! Kill! (0:22) Mariquita and Jordy are diving into revenge narratives featuring the justifiable rage of teenage girls as they discuss Kill Creatures by Rory Power and Kill the Lax Bro by Charlotte Lillie Balogh. They also touch on some other titles granting women the power to be angry and discuss how all of this is nothing new. Shoshana and Nox’s top five books of 2025 so far (20:55) Shoshana and Nox discuss their top five books from the first 5 months of 2025. A brief overview and their thoughts on each title is shared, without spoilers, these include: graphic novels, romance, middle grade, non-fiction, poetry and memoirs. Books/Resources Mentioned and Recommended: and by Ngozi Ukazu Support and follow our hosts! Follow Jordy: // Follow Mariquita: // // Follow Shoshana: // // 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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Pride Picks and Ambitious Women
06/17/2025
Pride Picks and Ambitious Women
We have a double header for you today! First, you’ll hear some of our team’s favorite LGBTQIA+ books from the last few years with diverse recommendations from all different genres. Then, get inspired through an interview with Amber Oliver, author of When the Music Hits, as she shares personal insights on ambition and how she wrote ambition into her novel. Queerly Beloved (0:22) Join FBC contributors Jordy, Shoshana, and Nox as they celebrate Pride Month with a lively conversation about their favorite queer books. From joyful romances to powerful memoirs and boundary-pushing fiction, it's a heartfelt and fun chat filled with recommendations and love for queer storytelling. The Notes and Roots of Ambition (9:55) Ashley sits down with Amber Oliver, author of , to talk about the challenges of being an ambitious woman. Amber shares her personal experience being an ambitious Black woman in the publishing industry and how she wrote ambition into her debut novel. Books/Resources Mentioned and Recommended: Support and follow our hosts and guest! Follow Amber Oliver: Follow Ashley: Follow Jordy: // Follow Shoshana: // // 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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Favorite Books of 2025 So Far (Ashley and Mhairie’s version)
06/10/2025
Favorite Books of 2025 So Far (Ashley and Mhairie’s version)
Our contributors have paired up to tell one another about their favorite books of the year so far. You’ll hear these segments over the next few weeks! Today, Ashley and Mhairie share their top five of 2025. If you’re a fan of memoirs or horror, this episode is for you. Books/Resources Mentioned: Support and follow our hosts! 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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Favorite Books + Met Gala Looks
06/03/2025
Favorite Books + Met Gala Looks
Our contributors have paired up to tell one another about their favorite books of the year so far. You’ll hear these segments over the next few weeks! Today, Renee and Yasi share their top five of 2025. Then Ashley reflects on this year’s Met Gala, the inspiration behind it, and why it matters. Renee and Yasi’s Favorite Books of the Year (so far) (0:21) Renee and Yasi share their favorite books they’ve read so far this year, from off-beat contemporary fiction to memoirs of women in tech. You’ll want to get your TBRs ready for this segment! A Bookmark in Fashion: Literature and This Year’s Met Gala (21:42) Ashley discusses the book Slaves to Fashion by Monica L. Miller, which inspired this year’s Met Gala theme, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style. She also talks about modern dandies, ways in which literature has inspired Met Gala themes, and better thoughtfulness on criticism of the outfits. Books/Resources Mentioned: Support and follow our hosts! Follow Renee: // Follow Yasi: // // 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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International Booker Prize Shortlist 2025
05/20/2025
International Booker Prize Shortlist 2025
The International Booker Prize celebrates translated literature from across the world that have been published in the UK or Ireland in the last year. In this episode, Mhairie and Nox split the six shortlisted titles, read them, and share their thoughts with one another. If reading more translated lit is on your bookish bucket list, get your TBRs ready! Books/Resources Mentioned: Also translated by Sophie Hughes: Support and follow our hosts! 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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Back on Our Reality TV Soapbox
04/29/2025
Back on Our Reality TV Soapbox
The Amazing Race. Cooking competitions. Bachelor Nation. We touch on a little bit of everything in this episode! Nox, Rah, and Shoshana discuss reality TV’s impact on society, considering questions such as what draws viewers to reality TV? What are the ramifications (positive and negative) to the dominance of reality TV? What is the relationship between viewing reality TV and empathy? Join us on a deep dive into the world of unscripted television. Books/Resources Mentioned: - Podcast - Time Magazine Article Support and follow our guest and host! Follow Shoshana: // // Follow Nox: // // // 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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Happily Ever After for All
04/22/2025
Happily Ever After for All
We’re chatting about Black wealth, Black joy, and happy Black endings in today’s episode. Tune in to hear Ashley discuss why she loves the soap opera Beyond the Gates, then stick around for Jordy and Mhairie’s discussion of Cinderella is Dead by Kalynn Bayron, a Black, queer retelling of Cinderella. Beyond the Gates: Wealth and Escapism (0:22) Ashley talks about “Beyond the Gates”, a soap opera about a wealthy Black family in Maryland. She talks about how escapism has a bigger purpose. She also talks about wealth onscreen despite the mostly disdain for it in real life. . Cinderella Is Dead: Book Bans and Bold Stories (05:34) Join FBC contributors Jordy and Mhairie as they dive into the banning of Cinderella Is Dead by Kalynn Bayron and what it reveals about the power of diverse storytelling. They discuss why books with LGBTQ+ representation and feminist themes are frequently challenged and how this connects to the broader attacks on libraries, education, and free expression. If you’re passionate about fighting book bans and protecting inclusive stories, this conversation is for you! Books and Resources Mentioned: from Insider Higher Ed from Brookings from the American Library Association (ALA) from American Libraries Magazine from the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) from National Education Association (NEA) from PEN America Support this episode’s host and guest: Follow Ashley: Follow Jordy: // 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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Hardboiled Lesbian Fiction + Lady Gaga’s Mayhem
04/01/2025
Hardboiled Lesbian Fiction + Lady Gaga’s Mayhem
Sometimes we just wanna gush about the things we love. For Renee and Margot, it’s hardboiled fiction. For Ashley and Nox, it’s Lady Gaga’s new album. Tune in for two conversations around why we love the things we love. What Is Hardboiled Fiction? with Margot Douihy (0:23) Renee has been reading a lot of books described as “hardboiled” but what does that actually mean? Thank goodness author Margo Douihy is a friend of FBC, because she’s a literal expert on this topic. Margot shares some of the hallmarks of hardboiled fiction, some suggestions for authors queering the genre, and some examples of popular hardboiled media that you may not have realized is hardboiled. The Measures of MAYHEM (21:47) Lady Gaga’s latest album Mayhem released on March 7, 2025 and that’s all Ashley and Nox have been listening to. In this conversation, they share their favorite songs from the album and discuss their admiration for the promotion surrounding the release, plus some thoughts on the impact of fandoms on mental health. Books and Resources Mentioned: by Margot Douaihy by Margot Douaihy by Raymond Chandler by Wilkie White ’s V.I. Warshawski series ’s Kinsey Milhone series ’s Charlie Mack series ’s Evander Mills series ’s Jane Lawless series by Anne Proulx Further reading on the FBC Blog: Support this episode’s host and guest: Follow Renee: // Follow Margot Douaihy: // Follow Ashley: 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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Selkies, Sirens, and Mermaids, oh my!
03/25/2025
Selkies, Sirens, and Mermaids, oh my!
Dive into the enchanting and eerie world of selkies, sirens, and mermaids with author and literary agent Rachel Ekstrom Courage and FBC contributor, Jordy! In this episode, we explore the origins of these mythical women, their ties to patriarchal narratives, and why their stories continue to captivate us today. Jordy also shares some mermaid and siren inspired novels that are on her TBR (to be read) list. If you love folklore, feminist retellings, and unraveling the mysteries of the deep, this conversation is for you! Books/Resources Mentioned: by Rachel Ekstrom Courage by Janis MacKay by Bethany C. Morrow by Kell Woods by Kalie Cassidy Support this episode’s host and guest: Follow Jordy: // Follow Rachel Ekstrom Courage: // // 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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Reevaluating Unhinged Women: From Bad Moms to Playboy Bunnies
03/18/2025
Reevaluating Unhinged Women: From Bad Moms to Playboy Bunnies
The unhinged woman trope is undoubtedly one of our favorites, but what kind of woman gets to be unhinged and who gets a redemption arc? In this episode, Mariquita and Mhairie tackle those questions in a discussion about All of the Other Mothers Hate Me, then Yasi and Nox discuss two memoirs from former Playboy bunnies. All the Other Mothers Hate Me (0:21) Mariquita and Mhairie discuss the debut novel by Sarah Harman and just why it is that we love the trope of the unhinged woman, generally, and the bad mommy, more specifically. As they talk, they look at who gets to claim these tropes, who doesn’t, and who doesn't even get to be seen in the first place. Playboy Bunny Memoirs: Life Behind the Ears (23:52) Yasi and Nox dive into the memoirs by Holly Madison and by Crystal Hefner. In this conversation, they discuss both authors' personal experiences and struggles during their time in the Playboy empire, exploring the darker side of fame, identity, and self-discovery. Books/Resources Mentioned: by Sarah Harman by Holly Madison by Crystal Hefner by Kendra Wilkinson Support this episode’s hosts: Follow Mariquita: // Follow Mhairie: // Follow Nox: // // // Follow Yasi: // 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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Into the Deep End with the Audie Awards
03/11/2025
Into the Deep End with the Audie Awards
Get those TBRs ready because we’re about to melt your library card. In this episode, romance lovers will hear Jordy’s review of the new Ali Hazelwood novel, Deep End. Then stick around for Shoshana’s podcast debut as she chats with Nox about this year’s Audie Award winners. Stick around for some excellent insight into the audiobook industry as a whole. Diving into the Deep End (0:23) Jordy dives into Deep End by Ali Hazelwood, a gripping romance set in the high-stakes world of competitive diving. From sizzling chemistry to raw emotional depth, we explore Scarlett and Lukas’s journey of ambition, healing, and unexpected love. 30th Annual Audie Awards - The Good, The Bad, and The Hopeful? (5:38) Shoshana and Nox, both avid audiobook listeners, chat about the 30th Annual Audies, National Audiobook Awards, held March 4th, 2025. In this spoiler-free conversation, they share some of their opinions about the winning titles, some stark demographics of the winners, and the changing landscape of the audiobook industry. Books/Resources Mentioned: - list of finalists available for purchase - Audible exclusive 🙁 - Audible exclusive 🙁 - full list of finalists and winners by category - full list of winners from 1996 onwards - includes the year to date numbers Support this episode’s hosts: Follow Jordy: // Follow Shoshana: // // 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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E-Readers, Repairability, and Why We Don’t Like Kindle
03/04/2025
E-Readers, Repairability, and Why We Don’t Like Kindle
Mhairie and Nox, both avid e-reader users, talk about what devices they use and their storied problems with the Kindle Fire breaking down. If you’re looking to get out of the Amazon ecosystem, Mhairie raves about her new Kobo e-reader, and Nox talks about using the Kindle app on devices that aren’t a Kindle. They also talk about refurbished and second-hand options for sustainability and affordability! Books/Resources Mentioned: - where Kindles from unclaimed baggage are posted - for $50, non New York residents can purchase a Queen Library e-card - for $50, you can purchase an LA Public Library card even if you don’t live in California, but you have to go to the library in person to get it initially Support this episode’s hosts: 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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Accessible Resistance: Use Your Library
02/25/2025
Accessible Resistance: Use Your Library
Mhairie and Nox both LOVE the library, and in this segment, they’re talking about how much they love libraries and audiobooks. Nox gushes about a program with her local library that delivers books to her because of her disabilities while Mhairie shares all of the things libraries can do besides sharing books. The two also talk about the accessibility that audiobooks provide, and how supporting your library is a (free!!) form of resistance. Books/Resources Mentioned: - for $50, non New York residents can purchase a Queen Library e-card - for $50, you can purchase an LA Public Library card even if you don’t live in California, but you have to go to the library in person to get it initially Support this episode’s hosts: Follow Nox: // // Follow Mhairie: // Get our weekly round-up of blog and podcast content delivered directly to your inbox every Friday . 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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Bread and Roses
02/18/2025
Bread and Roses
The title of this episode is a nod to the Bread and Roses strike at textile mill in 1912, where women banded together to demand bread aka money as well as roses aka art and beauty. In a time where working conditions were abysmal, the strike and poem/song of the same name were a rallying cry for decent wages and better conditions. Your podcast producer Renee was reminded of this when she was putting these segments together. While we’re not discussing the early 20th century labor movement today, we are discussing finances, art, and power. Roses and Reckoning Jordy explores by Sasha Peyton Smith, a Victorian-inspired romantasy filled with fae bargains, glittering balls, and cutthroat trials. From the enchanting world-building to themes of power, sisterhood, and resilience, we’re diving into what made this tale so compelling Women Who Define Their Worth What do sex work, banks, and women’s basketball have in common? Ashley answers that question in this discussion of women defining their own worth. Tune in to hear her review two books and introduce a new basketball league to women’s sports fans. Books/Resources Mentioned: Support this episode’s host and guest: Follow Jordy: // Follow Ashley: Get our weekly round-up of blog and podcast content delivered directly to your inbox every Friday . 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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Recommendations for Black History 24/7/365
02/11/2025
Recommendations for Black History 24/7/365
With the current administration actively trying to whitewash Black History Month, Nox and Ashley sat down to share their Black history recommendations. They provide books, authors, and movies for various age ranges and topics in Black history, as well as a reminder to celebrate and uplift Black history all year round, not just in February. Content warnings: This episode and the recommendations in it discuss racism, murder, and police brutality, specifically regarding Latasha Harlins, Rodney King, and Emmett Till, as well as the LA Riots in 1992 and the Tulsa Race Massacre. Books/Resources Mentioned: The Fire Inside (movie) One of them Days (movie) The Piano Lesson (movie) Rob Peace (movie) - an annual BHM learning series curated by Rachel Cargle - a foundation to connect Black women and girls with therapy - mental health resources for Black women and girls - collecting funds for Altadena’s Black community that were impacted by the Eaton Fire in Los Angeles Support this episode’s host and guest: Follow Nox: // // Follow Ashley: Get our weekly round-up of blog and podcast content delivered directly to your inbox every Friday . 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 magical dagger is basically Audrey II”: A Discussion of Servant of Earth
01/28/2025
“The magical dagger is basically Audrey II”: A Discussion of Servant of Earth
In this episode, Jordy and Nox dive deep into Servant of Earth by Sarah Hawley, a dark romantasy brimming with Fae politics, perilous trials, and a fierce rebellion against a sadistic faerie king. From the brutal magic of the underground Fae realm to Kenna Heron’s journey of courage, resilience, and unexpected love, we’re exploring what makes this tale both gripping and unforgettable. *some spoilers mentioned* Books/Resources Mentioned: Support this episode’s host and guest: Follow Jordy: // Follow Nox: // Get our weekly round-up of blog and podcast content delivered directly to your inbox every Friday . 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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Big Family Drama
01/21/2025
Big Family Drama
We love messy family dramas and today our podcasters are talking about two newer releases, The Inheritance by Trisha Sakhlecha and Hate Follow by Erin Quinn-Kong. These two contemporary fiction novels tackle big families with big drama, from handing over the family business to momfluencers ignoring their kids’ consent. Tune in for thoughtful and nuanced discussions of the books and these themes. Murder Among the Millionaires (0:22) In this segment, Jordy dives into , a murder mystery packed with family drama, high stakes, and Succession-style power plays. From Luxury island intrigue to explosive secrets and betrayal, we’re unpacking what made this thriller an addictive read–and where it could have surprised us more Hate Follow: Navigating Social Media as an Extremely Online Parent (5:38) When Steph, Mariquita, and Nox read Erin Quinn-Kong’s , they had FEELINGS. In this conversation, they share how the book sparked thoughts on navigating social media as a parent, influencer culture, and setting (and respecting) healthy boundaries. Books/Resources Mentioned: Support this episode’s host and guest: Follow Jordy: // Follow Mariquita: Follow Nox: // Follow Steph: // Get our weekly round-up of blog and podcast content delivered directly to your inbox every Friday . 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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Empathy and Natural Disasters
01/14/2025
Empathy and Natural Disasters
The podcast is back with a quick review of The Jewel of the Isle from Jordy for all our adventure-loving romcom fans. But the bulk of this episode is dedicated to Nox and Mhairie’s conversation regarding how online communities tend to respond to natural disasters. While this episode was recorded in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the conversation rings true as we watch the wildfires in California. Resources below. Laughs, Love, and Lost Treasures: The Jewel of the Isle by Kerry Rea (0:22) In this segment, Jordy explores Kerry Rea’s , a rom-com adventure packed with witty banter, absurd mishaps, and navigating grief.This book is full of hilarious, heartwarming moments, and heavy themes that make this treasure hunt a true gem of a read. Who Deserves Empathy? (3:06) Nox and Mhairie talk about the discussions around recent natural disasters Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton and how people talk with a lack of empathy regarding those impacted by the disasters. Why do we talk about people like this? What makes us write others off in such situations? Content Warnings: Discussions regarding recent natural disasters, homelessness, the ability to evacuate, death (as well as a story mentioning child death), and religion are had in this segment. Books/Resources Mentioned: Disability and Disaster Hotline: (800) 626-4959 or [email protected] Support this episode’s host and guest: Follow Jordy: // Follow Nox: // // Follow Mhairie: // Get our weekly round-up of blog and podcast content delivered directly to your inbox every Friday . 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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Medusa, Ina Garten, and Holiday Love
12/10/2024
Medusa, Ina Garten, and Holiday Love
The holiday season is full of ups and downs and we’ve wrapped up all of those feelings in one episode. Whether you’re falling in love this season, alternating between grief and rage, or channeling your inner Ina Garten, we’ve got books to recommend! Christmas Bops and Flops (0:22) Jordy shares her thoughts on two holiday romances–one that fell flat and another that truly delivered. From small-town charm to heartfelt second chances, we’re unwrapping what worked and what didn’t in these festive reads! Becoming Medusa: Mariquita Reviews Mad Wife (4:55) Mariquita reviews Kate Hamilton’s memoir, Mad Wife, and explores what it means to live denying the patriarchal demand for a perfect victim, how to escape a violent marriage, and why it is important sometimes to become a monster. Parallels of Time through Memoir (11:09) Ashley and Sam discuss Ina Garten’s memoir Be Ready When the Luck Happens. They explore the themes that resonated, what drew them to the memoir, and the way the present reflects the past in many ways. Books/Resources Mentioned: Online chat: - immediate emotional support or practical help for sexual assault Call 800-656-HOPE – RAINN Online chat: - immediate emotional support or practical help for domestic violence Call 800-799-SAFE - Provides educational material, resources, support and networking opportunities for mothers attempting to use family court to protect their children and themselves from abusive situations Support this episode’s host and guest: Follow Jordy: // Follow Mariquita: // Follow Ashley: // // Follow Sam: // Get our weekly round-up of blog and podcast content delivered directly to your inbox every Friday . 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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