Best Friends Forever Podcasts (2024)

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The Elf is Off the Shelf 1:00:28

3h ago1:00:28

1:00:28

Today Susie chats with the man, the myth, the ELF, Brent, aka Baby Boi Blakk, about some truly bananas bar stories, DUIs and his experience auditioning as a child (...?) musician. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-parade License code: ZM9ZQFMG6MTXMICGBy Susie S.

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Episode 488 - Things We Have Beef With: " We Love a Little Witch Baker" 55:40

6h ago55:40

55:40

This week we are discussing things/decisions/whatever that we have beef with. Let's fight, bb. Note: last week's ep has an audio issue! we are working on it and it'll be back in the feed this weekend!By Worst Friends Forever

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Episode 264: 25-year Anniversary career highlights so far! 1:19:27

22h ago1:19:27

1:19:27

Grace and Alvina celebrate their 25 years in the publishing industry and share their top ten career highlights so far, including how they got their starts. For the Fortune Cookie segment, they talk about what they've been eating lately! See complete show notes at www.bookfriendsforever.com. Click here to become a Patreon member: https://www.patreon…

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Eat, Pray, Spritz 50:52

8d ago50:52

50:52

Today, Susie catches up with Keena after a few European adventures and a lot of European Aperol. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/cascade License code: MGQ27TIDKKW3WUZE https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-parade License code: ZM9ZQFMG6MTXMICGBy Susie S.

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Episode 263: School & Library Marketing with Christie Michel! 59:26

2h ago59:26

59:26

Grace and Alvina continue their "publishing curriculum" series and welcome special guest Christie Michel, Senior Marketing Manager, to talk about School and Library Marketing. The discuss everything from how she got her start in publishing, to how authors are pitched for conferences and what Christie's favorite conference is. For the Fortune Cookie…

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Sister, Sister 47:29

15d ago47:29

47:29

Today Susie chats with her big sister, a nurse practitioner who has driven a boat roughly twice. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-paradeBy Susie S.

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Episode 262: Retirement! 52:46

13d ago52:46

52:46

Grace and Alvina talk about what they envision their eventual retirement will look like (don't worry, it's still a long time away for both of them), including some of the things they need to do to prepare. They were inspired to talk about this topic because of the recent retirement of some long-time editors. For the Fortune Cookie segment, they tal…

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Episode 486 - Paris Olympics: "Things I Am At Best Low Key Mediocre At" 1:07:40

7d ago1:07:40

1:07:40

Every 2-4 years we gotta talk about the Olympics. This time we're focusing on NBC and the coverage of events and athletes.By Worst Friends Forever

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Girl Power Happy Hour 55:50

22d ago55:50

55:50

Today Susie is joined by Stephanie to talk sorority life, cheaters, and girls running the world. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-parade License code: ZM9ZQFMG6MTXMICGBy Susie and Keena

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Episode 261: CHOP SUEY: Publishing News1 1:01:22

25d ago1:01:22

1:01:22

Grace and Alvina have an odds and ends episode where they discuss a bunch of publishing news, including publishing imprint closures, new imprints, moves, and changes. The talk about the firing of a literary agent due to social media, soft censorship, Authors Against Book Bans, and Barnes & Noble. And then Alison Morris shares some big news involvin…

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Episode 485 - Twisters: "Will Their Damage Never Cease?" 1:15:23

24d ago1:15:23

1:15:23

MOVIES ARE BACK, BBBy Worst Friends Forever

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Brunch Drunk Love 51:03

29d ago51:03

51:03

Today Susie and one of her nearest and dearest, Alexa, join you straight from brunch to tell some tales from their youth and rehab. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-parade License code: ZM9ZQFMG6MTXMICGBy Susie and Keena

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Episode 260: Our Present and Future Selves! 51:54

1M ago51:54

51:54

Alvina is back from her 50th Birthday vacation to Banff! Grace and Alvina talk about how their present selves inform their future selves. For the Fortune Cookie segment, they talk about at what age they'd want to freeze themselves. See complete show notes at www.bookfriendsforever.com. Click here to become a Patreon member: https://www.patreon.com/…

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Episode 484 - Plane Movies: "Emotionally Deeply Unwell" 59:13

28d ago59:13

59:13

This week we're discussing what make s agood plnae movie! Kinda! Cut us some slack, 2/3 of us had COVID.

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To Live and Date in LA 52:23

1M ago52:23

52:23

Today Susie chats with Dexter about the odd world or dating in Los Angeles. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-parade License code: ZM9ZQFMG6MTXMICGBy Susie and Keena

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Episode 259: Sparkle and Awe! 35:58

1M ago35:58

35:58

Grace and Alvina discuss two different podcasts on similar topics: how to bring sparkle back into your life, and how to experience awe. For the fortune cookie segment, they talk about the last thing they’ve purchased. See complete show notes at www.bookfriendsforever.com. Click here to become a Patreon member: https://www.patreon.com/Bookfriendsfor…

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Episode 483 - Book Reports: "I Do Love a Little Sidekick" 45:26

28d ago45:26

45:26

This week we are once again talkin' BOOKS!By Worst Friends Forever

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The Babies Need Their Bottles 59:55

1M ago59:55

59:55

Today, Susie chats with Doug and Zach about 21st birthdays, f*ed up mojitos, and more. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-parade License code: ZM9ZQFMG6MTXMICGBy Susie and Keena

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Episode 482 - Traveling with Friends: "Perhaps Mini Castles" 42:23

1M ago42:23

42:23

We give you...this episode of delirium recorded in a hotel room in Belfast on an iPhone.By Worst Friends Forever

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Episode 258: Mid-year Check In! 53:47

2M ago53:47

53:47

Grace and Alvina look back at their new year's resolutions to see if they've made any progress (spoiler alert--they have!). For their fortune cookie segment, they talk about what song best represents their graduation. Also, hear about Alvina's mega family reunion trip to Puerto Rico! See complete show notes at www.bookfriendsforever.com. Click here…

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This One's Got Secrets 44:04

2M ago44:04

44:04

Today, the girls talk ratchet wine tastings. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-parade License code: ZM9ZQFMG6MTXMICGBy Susie and Keena

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Episode 481 - Derry Girls: "Look At the State of Ya" 1:02:40

1M ago1:02:40

1:02:40

This week we are discussing one of the best shows ever, Derry Girls. Also we're in Ireland at the time of release, so that's cool.By Worst Friends Forever

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Wine Week, Weed Week 43:53

2M ago43:53

43:53

Today the girls talk wine, weed and... funerals. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-parade License code: ZM9ZQFMG6MTXMICGBy Susie and Keena

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BFF 257 Managing Editorial with Andy Ball! 54:27

2M ago54:27

54:27

Grace and Alvina continue their "publishing curriculum" series and welcome special guest Andy Ball, Director of Managing Editorial, to talk about the Managing Editori's role in the publishing process. For the Fortune Cookies segment, they talk about what they're obsessed with right now! See complete show notes at www.bookfriendsforever.com. Click h…

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Episode 480 - National Treasure: "I SO Swear" 57:32

2M ago57:32

57:32

This week we're dicussing the 2004 CLASSIC, National Treasure.By Worst Friends Forever

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Ambush Guest 39:48

2M ago39:48

39:48

Today, the girls ambush a guest and force him to be on their podcast. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-parade License code: ZM9ZQFMG6MTXMICGBy Susie and Keena

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Episode 256: CHOP SUEY: Deadlines, Friendship Style, and AI! 1:11:33

2M ago1:11:33

1:11:33

Grace and Alvina have an odds and ends episode where they tallk about how they deal with deadlines and time management, what their friendship style is, and two updates in AI in the industry! And, Alison Morris of First Book shares a few book recommendations. See complete show notes at www.bookfriendsforever.com. Click here to become a Patreon membe…

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Episode 479 - Fast Casual Restaurants: "I Raise You Mac n Cheese" 1:02:17

2M ago1:02:17

1:02:17

This week we're ranking our favorite fast casual restaurants--regional chains accepted. Opinions welcome.By Worst Friends Forever

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This One's a Wiener 44:07

2M ago44:07

44:07

Today the girls talk hot dogs and midlife crises. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-parade License code: ZM9ZQFMG6MTXMICGBy Susie and Keena

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Episode 255: Book Production with Lillian Sun! 48:28

2M ago48:28

48:28

Grace and Alvina continue their "publishing curriculum" series and welcome special guest Lillian Sun, Production Director, to talk about the book production process. For the Fortune Cookies segment, they talk about what they're looking forward to reading this summer! See complete show notes at www.bookfriendsforever.com. Click here to become a Patr…

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Episode 478 - We're Here: "The Difference Between Tolerating and Celebrating" 1:11:51

3M ago1:11:51

1:11:51

This week we are dicussing the Max show "We're Here", some things aboput queer identitiy, and the difference between tolerating and celebrating.By Worst Friends Forever

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Drugs, Not Uggs 1:00:50

3M ago1:00:50

1:00:50

Today the girls chat with Vijal, the writer, creator and executive producer of Amazon's The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh. He has never drunk his own vomit in vain. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-parade License code: ZM9ZQFMG6MTXMICGBy Susie and Keena

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Episode 254: Novel Design with Sasha Illingworth! 51:06

3M ago51:06

51:06

Grace and Alvina continue their "publishing curriculum" series and welcome special guest Sasha Illingworth, Associate Creative Director, to talk about the middle grade and young adult book design process, and Sasha shares some tips for aspiring illustrators, and the talk about cover trends. For the Fortune Cookies segment, they talk about what they…

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Episode 477 - Sunset Boulevard: "A Red Flag is Waving" 1:03:36

3M ago1:03:36

1:03:36

This week is another classic movie episode! Join us as we watch Sunset Boulevard!By Worst Friends Forever

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Whale Watching in a Shitstorm 47:13

3M ago47:13

47:13

Today, the girls talk bodily function mishaps. *Trigger Warning* There will be poop. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-parade License code: ZM9ZQFMG6MTXMICGBy Susie and Keena

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Quickshot 8 - Donald Trump: "Guilty as Fuck" 9:33

3M ago9:33

9:33

Emily K got a little drunk and rambled into a microphone about Donald Trump being convicted on all 34 counts in his New York trial.By Worst Friends Forever

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Episode 253: Change! 47:44

3M ago47:44

47:44

Grace and Alvina talk about change--what the major changes in their lives have been, and how one can become better at adjusting to change. For the Fortune Cookie segment, they talk about posting children on social media and privacy issues. See complete show notes at www.bookfriendsforever.com. Click here to become a Patreon member: https://www.patr…

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Episode 476 - Climate Change: "A Sprinkle of Science" 53:36

3M ago53:36

53:36

We're talking climate change, climate nihilism, tornadoes, and how we simply don't want it to get hotter. pls vote i'm literally beggingBy Worst Friends Forever

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Young Dumb and The Popcorn King 45:57

3M ago45:57

45:57

Today the girls talk about snagging a vacation boyfriend. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-parade License code: ZM9ZQFMG6MTXMICG https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/beach-party License code: YQKOHGSLBPM3KR1BBy Susie and Keena

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Episode 252: Growth Mindset! 58:40

3M ago58:40

58:40

Grace and Alvina are recording together on the day after Grace's 50th birthday! They talk all about the concept of growth mindset and what it means, and if they feel that they themselves have growth mindset. For the Fortune Cookie segment, they discuss birthday wishes and whether it's "game over" for them! See complete show notes at www.bookfriends…

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Episode 475 - Book Reports: "Some People Don’t Deserve to be Happy" 56:51

3M ago56:51

56:51

It's time for another book report episode. We've got it all folks! RomComs! Fantasy! Books on books on books!By Worst Friends Forever

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107 Beers 48:09

3M ago48:09

48:09

Today the girls chat with Seth, who sincerely did not want to be on this podcast. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-parade License code: ZM9ZQFMG6MTXMICGBy Susie and Keena

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Episode 251: CHOP SUEY: Posthumous Publishing, AI and audiobooks, and Fyre Festival of Books 53:57

3M ago53:57

53:57

Grace and Alvina have an odds and ends episode where they tallk about how they feel about posthumous publishing, using AI for audiobooks, and the disaster that was what was dubbed the "Fyre Festival of Books"! They also share a few book recommendations for Asian American Heritage Month. See complete show notes at www.bookfriendsforever.com. Click h…

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Episode 474: Cults: Lil Plots 48:20

3M ago48:20

48:20

This week we're discussing Everything's a Cult Now, the definition of cult, and monoculture.By Worst Friends Forever

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Hank's Daddy 47:45

4M ago47:45

47:45

Today the girls talk worst hangovers ever and the masterpiece that is, and will always be, Hank's Daddy. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-parade License code: ZM9ZQFMG6MTXMICGBy Susie and Keena

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Episode 250: Copyediting with Christine Ma! 58:51

4M ago58:51

58:51

Grace and Alvina continue their "publishing curriculum" series and welcome special guest Christine Ma, to talk about the copyediting and proofreading process. For the Fortune Cookie segment, they talk about planning the perfect birthday and/or vacation! See complete show notes at www.bookfriendsforever.com. Click here to become a Patreon member: ht…

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Episode 473 - Julia Roberts: "...And That Was the End of the Conversation" 58:12

4M ago58:12

58:12

This week, we all watched different Julia Roberts movies. I'd write more but honestly I am on vacation and I'm vibing.By Worst Friends Forever

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Liar Liar, Almost Fired 44:02

4M ago44:02

44:02

Today the girls discuss the times they *almost* got fired. Allegedly. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-parade License code: ZM9ZQFMG6MTXMICGBy Susie and Keena

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Episode 249: Picture Book text and art editing and revision with Saho Fujii! 1:26:15

4M ago1:26:15

1:26:15

Grace and Alvina continue their "publishing curriculum" series and welcome special guest Saho Fujii, Executive Art Director, to talk about the picture book editing and revision process. They talk about how picture book illustrators are chosen, Saho shares what she looks for when she reviews sketches, and also shares about her special connection to …

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Episode 472 - Scoop: "Oh Yeah, He Doesn't Sweat" 58:53

4M ago58:53

58:53

This week we're discussing the new Netflix movie Scoop, starring Gillian Anderson and Billie Piper. It's all about how the BBC landed that crazy interview with Prince Andrew. And somehow the royal family was like "yes this is a good idea".By Worst Friends Forever

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