Best Julia Lee White Podcasts (2024)

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Why do Americans use primary elections to select candidates for office? 44:03

1d ago44:03

44:03

In this week’s episode of Politics In Question, Lee discusses the history of primary elections and options for reform with Robert Boatright. Boatright is professor of political science at Clark University and the world’s leading expert on the American primary system. He is also the director of research for the National Institute of Civil Discourse …

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Forget Me Not by Julie Soto 1:49:44

10d ago1:49:44

1:49:44

In chapter 27, Torry (she/her) and Alexandria from Pessimism at Its Finest recap Forget Me Not by Julie Soto (5:03). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:30:36). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: Forget Me Not. Alexandria’s Previous Appearances Episode 164: Pet…

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Who rules America? 45:36

15d ago45:36

45:36

In this week’s episode of Politics In Question, Ari Berman joins Julia and Lee to discuss voting rights in the United States. Berman is Mother Jones’ national voting rights correspondent. He is the author of numerous books, including Minority Rule: The Right-Wing Attack on the Will of the People (Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 2024). Why is American po…

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Why is it amateur hour on Capitol Hill? 36:12

1M ago36:12

36:12

In this week’s episode of Politics In Question, Rachel Porter joins Lee to consider the consequences of political amateurs in Congress. Porter is an Assistant Professor of Political Science. Her research interests include American political institutions and political methodology, with a particular focus on Congress, elite behavior, and methods for …

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Red, White, & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston (and Movie Adaptation Review) 1:35:37

1M ago1:35:37

1:35:37

In chapter 26, Torry (she/her) and Cam Gray (she/her) from what i will say and Stay At Home Girlfriends recap Red, White, & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston (5:40). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:03:39). Next they discuss the movie adaptation (1:08:57). Then, Torry and Cam get into the…

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Is American democracy in crisis? 1:06:34

2M ago1:06:34

1:06:34

In this week’s episode of Politics In Question, Jake Grumbach joins Lee and James to consider whether American democracy is in crisis. Grumbach is an associate professor at the Goldman School of Public Policy at UC Berkeley. He studies the political economy of the United States, with interests in democratic institutions, labor, federalism, racial a…

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Bridgerton Season 3, Part 2 Review 1:32:21

2M ago1:32:21

1:32:21

In chapter 25, Torry (she/her), Haley Strong (she/her) from the Bachelor RHAP-ups and Beyond Top Chef All Stars RHAP-up, and Angela Bloom (she/her) discuss Bridgerton season 3, part 2 (3:33). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:03:29). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for …

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To All The Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han 1:53:10

2M ago1:53:10

1:53:10

In chapter 24, Torry (she/her), Mo (she/her), and Christina (she/her) from Movies That Raised Us recap To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before by Jenny Han (7:48). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:18:40). Next they discuss the movie adaptation (1:33:22). Finally, they answer questions submi…

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Fourth Wing Bonus Chapters by Rebecca Yarros 50:52

2M ago50:52

50:52

In chapter 23, Torry (she/her) and Mason (he/him) recap the Fourth Wing bonus chapters by Rebecca Yarros (5:10). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, and Gripes and Grumbles (29:40). Finally, they discuss some Instagram poll answers from the RTBR community and answer questions submitted by the listeners (37:39). Spoiler Warning:…

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Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros 2:04:03

2M ago2:04:03

2:04:03

In chapter 22, Torry (she/her) and Mason (he/him) recap Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros (4:36). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:41:52). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: Iron Flame. Subscribe now! Our episode on the Fourth Wing bonus chapters will be released…

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The Dragon's Bride by Katee Robert 1:39:22

3M ago1:39:22

1:39:22

In chapter 21, Torry (she/her) and Nick (he/him) recap The Dragon’s Bride by Katee Robert (28:48). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:25:00). Content Warning: Brief discussion about a previous relationship where domestic violence occurred throughout the episode. Take care! Spoiler Warni…

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Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 3, Part 1 Review) 2:05:55

3M ago2:05:55

2:05:55

In chapter 20, Torry (she/her), Haley Strong (she/her) from the Bachelor RHAP-ups and Beyond Top Chef All Stars RHAP-up, and Angela Bloom (she/her) recap Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn (7:34). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:08:14). Next they discuss season 3, part 1 of the …

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What is the state of American Democracy? 42:41

3M ago42:41

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In this week’s episode of Politics In Question, Congressman John Sarbanes, D-Md., joins Lee to talk about the health of American democracy. Sarbanes has represented Maryland’s third congressional district in the House of Representatives since 2007. He serves on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce and is chair of the Democracy Reform Task For…

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Priest by Sierra Simone (with FluentlyForward, Shannon McNamara) 54:45

3M ago54:45

54:45

In chapter 19, Torry (she/her) and Shannon McNamara (she/her) from FluentlyForward recap Priest by Sierra Simone (9:20). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (52:39). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (59:43). Content Warning: Discussion about a previous suicide of a …

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The Idea Of You by Robinne Lee (and Movie Adaptation Review) 2:07:23

3M ago2:07:23

2:07:23

In chapter 18, Torry (she/her) and Deniz Kofteci (she/her) discuss age gap romances (5:53) and then recap The Idea of You by Robinne Lee (14:51). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:13:56). They answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:28:11). Next they discuss the movie adaptation…

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Need Me by Tessa Bailey (with Skye Warren) 1:24:34

3M ago1:24:34

1:24:34

In chapter 17, Torry (she/her) and Skye Warren (she/her), author of The Professor and host of Storytime with Skye, recap Need Me by Tessa Bailey (19:32). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (58:51). Content Warning: Discussion about a professor/student relationship throughout the episode. T…

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Do white rural Americans pose a threat to democracy? 52:38

4M ago52:38

52:38

In this week’s episode of Politics In Question, Thomas Schaller and Paul Waldman join Lee and James to discuss the urban-rural divide in American politics. Schaller is a professor of political science at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Waldman is a journalist and author whose writing has appeared in numerous publications, including MS…

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The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren 1:34:11

4M ago1:34:11

1:34:11

In chapter 16, Torry (she/her) and Becky Feldman (she/her) from Too Stupid To Live: Romance Reviews $5 and Under recap The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren (11:09). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:10:28). Content Warning: Discussion about sexual assault survivors between 56:17-1:02…

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Book Lovers by Emily Henry (with Kirsten MacInnis) 1:30:33

4M ago1:30:33

1:30:33

In chapter 15, Torry (she/her) and Kirsten MacInnis (she/her) from Mess Magnets and Hot Dummies on Islands recap Book Lovers by Emily Henry (8:36). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:09:48). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:25:27). Content Warning: Brief disc…

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The Fine Print by Lauren Asher 1:09:22

4M ago1:09:22

1:09:22

In chapter 14, Torry (she/her) and Kelly Reynolds (she/her), author and host of Boobies & Noobies, recap The Fine Print by Lauren Asher (8:59). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (51:09). Spoiler Warning: While we explore The Fine Print in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoil…

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A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas 1:21:00

4M ago1:21:00

1:21:00

In chapter 13, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas (5:05). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:05:48). Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Court of Frost and Starlight in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the ep…

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A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas 1:56:34

4M ago1:56:34

1:56:34

In chapter 12, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas (5:36). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:20:18). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:47:36). Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Court of Wings and Ruin in deta…

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The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 2 Review) 1:50:13

5M ago1:50:13

1:50:13

In chapter 11, Torry (she/her) and Haley Strong (she/her) from the Bachelor RHAP-ups and Beyond Top Chef All Stars RHAP-up recap The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn (4:03). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:07:52). Next they discuss season 2 of Bridgerton (1:16:14). Finally, Torry…

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What is the right way to do politics? 46:00

5M ago46:00

46:00

In this week’s episode of Politics In Question, Matt Glassman joins Lee and James to discuss the right way to do politics. Glassman is a senior fellow at the Government Affairs Institute at Georgetown University. Before that, he worked on congressional operations, separation of powers, appropriations process, agency design, and congressional histor…

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Things We Never Got Over by Lucy Score 1:58:54

5M ago1:58:54

1:58:54

In chapter 10, Torry (she/her) and Mariah Burchell (she/her), a photographer and author in the making, recap Things We Never Got Over by Lucy Score (5:24). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:27:05). Content Warning: Brief discussion about domestic violence, child neglect, gun/physical v…

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Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood 1:22:55

5M ago1:22:55

1:22:55

In chapter 9, Torry (she/her) and Melody (she/her) recap Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood (2:16). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (59:20). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book Love, Theoretically. Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in …

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Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros 2:02:53

5M ago2:02:53

2:02:53

In chapter 8, Torry (she/her) and Mason (he/him) recap Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros (3:00). Then get into their Internet Investigation (including the unhinged theory), Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:28:17). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:51:17). Content Warning: Discussion about violence through…

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Twilight by Stephenie Meyer 2:02:36

6M ago2:02:36

2:02:36

In chapter 7, Torry (she/her), Megan (she/her), and Jenna Vesper (she/her) from Super Massive Twilight Hole discuss their relationship with Twilight by Stephenie Meyer (2:38) and recap the book (18:35). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:25:11). Finally, they answer questions submitted …

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Is the House broken? 35:52

6M ago35:52

35:52

In this week's episode of Politics In Question, Lee and James ask Representative Chip Roy, R-Texas, if the House of Representatives is broken. Roy is a devoted husband and father of two, serving his third term in Congress representing Texas's 21st Congressional District. He serves on the House Judiciary, Rules, and Budget Committees and is the Hous…

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People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry 1:14:12

6M ago1:14:12

1:14:12

In chapter 6, Torry (she/her) and Hannah Brown (she/her) of YOU KNOW YOU LOVE US: A GOSSIP GIRL PODCAST recap People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry (9:51). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (49:11). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:05:47). Spoiler Warning: …

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Why can't Americans compromise? 46:38

6M ago46:38

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In this week’s episode of Politics In Question, Jonathan Rauch joins Lee and James to consider why Americans can’t compromise. Rauch is a senior fellow in the Governance Studies program and the author of eight books and many articles on public policy, culture, and government. He is a contributing writer of The Atlantic and recipient of the 2005 Nat…

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The Duke and I by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 1 Review) 1:53:33

6M ago1:53:33

1:53:33

In chapter 5, Torry (she/her) and Haley Strong (she/her) from the Bachelor RHAP-ups recap, The Duke and I by Julia Quinn (14:24). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:07:51). Next they discuss season 1 of Bridgerton (1:13:09). Finally, Torry and Haley get into their Internet Investigation…

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A Court of Mist and Fury (Part 3) by Sarah J. Maas 1:53:44

6M ago1:53:44

1:53:44

In chapter 4, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap, A Court of Mist and Fury (Part 3) (6:09). Next, they get into their top cringey moments and best romance quotes from the book (1:10:09). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:30:18). Content Warning: Discussion about violence through…

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Are Americans democracy hypocrites? 37:45

6M ago37:45

37:45

In this week’s episode of Politics In Question, Lee and James talk about Bonnie Tyler, Tina Turner, and Americans’ views of democracy. What is democracy? How do Americans view it? Do they think about democracy differently when it gets in their way? Does that make them “democracy hypocrites?” Why are Americans holding out for a hero in such moments?…

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A Court of Mist and Fury (Parts 1 and 2) by Sarah J. Maas 2:36:12

7M ago2:36:12

2:36:12

In chapter 3, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap A Court of Mist and Fury (Parts 1 and 2) by Sarah J. Maas (4:14). The episode covering Part 3 is out now! Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Court of Mist and Fury in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book. Check out the ACOMAF playlist mentioned…

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The Rise of Booktok and Colleen Hoover (with Bethanne Patrick) 42:23

7M ago42:23

42:23

In this bonus episode, Torry (she/her) and Bethanne Patrick of Missing Pages discuss the impact of Booktok on the publishing industry and readers’ buying habits (4:18). Next they discuss the rise of Colleen Hoover (and her controversies) and the impact social media has had on her career (21:41). Content Warning: Discussion about abusive relationshi…

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My Life with the Walter Boys by Ali Novak (And TV Adaptation Review) 2:07:30

7M ago2:07:30

2:07:30

In chapter 2, Torry (she/her) and Jenn (she/her) recap, My Life with the Walter Boys by Ali Novak (6:12). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:09:16). Next they discuss season 1 of My Life with the Walter Boys (1:17:41). Finally, Torry and Jenn get into their Internet Investigation, Wonde…

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A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas 2:12:49

7M ago2:12:49

2:12:49

In chapter 1, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas (15:48). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:55:37). Content Warning: Discussion of violence throughout the episode. Take care! Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Court of Thorns and Ros…

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What does 2023 tell us about what could happen in American politics in 2024? 38:36

7M ago38:36

38:36

In this week’s episode of Politics In Question, Julia, Lee, and James discuss what happened in 2023, and what could happen in 2024. What did we learn in 2023? Was American politics less fluid and surprising than it was in 2022? Will the 2024 presidential election be a rematch between President Joe Biden and former president Donald Trump? What are t…

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