Best Carinn & Kate Podcasts (2024)

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'Martha' Queen of Perfection Netflix Documentary 1:18:31

31m ago1:18:31

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'Martha' Queen of Perfection Netflix Documentary

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Side bar on what we're watching (and why), Andrew Garfield, and celebrating yeses from the universe 37:39

2h ago37:39

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We’re back with another Sidebar conversation where we let you in on our lives and what we’re obsessing over in pop culture. In this episode, we chat about what we’re watching (and why) - Anatomy of Lies and Disclaimer; the smoldering flirtationship between Amelia Dimoldenberg, comedian and host of Chicken Shop Date, and Andrew Garfield (listen to t…

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Veronica Mars: Cultural Flashback Pilots Inspired by Nobody Wants This 29:38

2d ago29:38

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We’re continuing our theme of cultural flashback TV pilots inspired by Nobody Wants This … delving into Veronica Mars, Kristen Bell’s cult classic series in which she plays a seventeen-year-old anti-establishment high school student and private detective. We were surprised by the complexities of the show, its dark themes, character motivations, and…

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Alison Espach & 'The Wedding People': Complicated Conversations Series 40:00

5d ago40:00

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On this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome New York Times bestselling author, Alison Espach, to discuss her Read With Jenna Book Club pick, The Wedding People, a propulsive and uncommonly wise novel about one unexpected wedding guest and the surprising people who help us start anew. We chat with Alison about her development of the two …

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'Woman of the Hour' & Anna Kendrick: How Does A Story About Women's Violence Have So Much Space for Women's Emotions? 1:24:35

8d ago1:24:35

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On today’s episode we’re discussing Woman Of The Hour, a new Netflix movie based on the true story of a serial killer who appeared on the popular 70s TV show, The Dating Game. Directed by and starring Anna Kendrick, the movie is a true crime drama that - thankfully - isn’t focused on the killer. This subtly subversive film is a story about women’s …

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Side Bar on being stuck in the middle, early aughts stripped down covers, Kelsea Ballerini's patterns...and some of our own 39:36

9d ago39:36

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We’re back with another Sidebar conversation where we let you in on our lives and what we’re obsessing over in pop culture. In this episode, we talk about being stuck in the middle, early aughts stripped down covers, Kelsea Ballerini's patterns and some of our own. On this clip we invite you into our very own therapy session, complete with muddled …

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Tell Me Lies Season 2 Finale (and Eps 6&7) 52:58

14d ago52:58

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Tell Me Lies Season 2 Finale (and Eps 6&7). Another incredible season of @tellmelieshulu comes to end and we are yet again going out with Mr. Brightside by The Killers (this one an incredible cover by Cat Missal, the actress who plays Bree!). We recap episodes 6-8, marveling at how these writers can create consistently complicated, three-dimensiona…

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The O.C.: Cultural Flashback Moments from TV, inspired by Nobody Wants This 41:51

18d ago41:51

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The O.C.: Cultural Flashback Moments from TV, inspired by Nobody Wants This We just can’t ignore the resurgence of early 2000s heartthrobs like Joshua Jackson and Adam Brody so we’re taking it back to 2003 and doing a recap of the pilot episode of The O.C.! We chat about the nostalgia surrounding the show, its influence and impact on subsequent tee…

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Asha Elias & 'Pink Glass Houses': Debut Discussions 49:50

21d ago49:50

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On this episode of Debut Discussions Asha Elias discusses her debut novel, Pink Glass Houses, a seductive social satire about the wealthy PTA moms of an elite elementary school in Miami Beach. Asha chats with Carinn about the unexpected joys of launching a book; her journey to becoming a writer; the themes explored in her novel; character developme…

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Nobody Wants This on Netflix starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody 1:14:00

23d ago1:14:00

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In today’s episode we’re discussing Nobody Wants This on Netflix, which based on our feelings and the general reception, should actually be called EVERYBODY Wants This! This utterly bingeable romcom starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody has all the hallmarks of a great romcom…undeniable chemistry between the two leads, a stellar ensemble cast, high …

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Side bar about being "too much", today's astrology, Nobody Wants This, The Wedding People, and Sally Rooney 30:55

28d ago30:55

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Side bar about being "too much", today's astrology, Nobody Wants This, The Wedding People, and Sally Rooney

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Jamie Harrow & 'One on One': Debut Discussions 39:35

1M ago39:35

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On this episode of Debut Discussions, Jamie Harrow shares her journey from a sports-loving child to a lawyer and finally to a debut novelist with her book 'One on One'. The conversation explores her reading and writing evolution, the development of her characters, and the themes of trust and connection in her work. Jamie discusses the impact of spo…

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Tell Me Lies on Hulu Recap, Episodes 3, 4, 5: We Love Diabolical Diana 53:52

1M ago53:52

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In this conversation, Carinn and Kate delve into the intricacies of the show 'Tell Me Lies', exploring character dynamics, relationship complexities, and the impact of past traumas. The conversation highlights the importance of friendship, loyalty, and the consequences of accusations, while also making predictions about the future of the characters…

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Stephanie Wrobel & 'The Hitchcock Hotel': Complicated Conversations Series 45:43

1M ago45:43

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On this episode of Complicated Conversations, we welcome Stephanie Wrobel to discuss her suspenseful new novel, The Hitchcock Hotel, a story about a Hitchcock fanatic with an agenda who invites old friends for a weekend stay at his secluded themed hotel. As the past is revealed, tensions rise, loyalties break down, and chaos ensues. Stephanie chats…

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Marissa Stapley & 'The Lightning Bottles': Complicated Conversations Series 40:45

1M ago40:45

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In this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome Marissa Stapley, the author of New York Times bestseller and Reese’s Book Club pick Lucky, to discuss her new novel, The Lightning Bottles, a story about grunge-era musician Jane Pyre’s journey to find out what really happened to her husband and partner in music, who abruptly disappeared years…

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Side Bar on the Emmys, Three Women, The Perfect Couple's Opening Dance Sequence, The Wedding People, and Moonstruck 34:52

1M ago34:52

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Laura Dave & 'The Night We Lost Him': Complicated Conversations Series 36:21

1M ago36:21

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On this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome Laura Dave, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Thing He Told Me, to discuss her new novel, The Night We Lost Him, another riveting page-turner about estranged siblings who discover their father has been keeping a secret for more than fifty years, one that may have been fatal……

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Kimberly McCreight & 'Like Mother, Like Daughter': Complicated Conversations Series 32:40

2M ago32:40

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In this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome back Kimberly McCreight to discuss her new novel, Like Mother, Like Daughter, an emotional mystery about a mother's disappearance and the journey of a daughter trying to find her. We chat with Kimberly about the complexities of motherhood and our shared parenting challenges; the inspiration fo…

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Sidebar on The Perfect Couple on Netflix, the current messy astrology, Katy Perry, and Tayvis' alleged break-up contract 32:23

2M ago32:23

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Tell Me Lies Recap, S2, Episodes 1 & 2 are keeping the old, but making it fresh 34:28

2M ago34:28

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Season Two of Tell Me Lies is back and so far it manages to take all the best parts of Season One and build on perfect additional layers, characters and storylines. Our recap of Episodes 1 & 2 of the hit Hulu series is out now and we’re discussing the new love interests, gasp-worthy moments, surprising connections, and our favorite moments/scenes.L…

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Side Bar on Back To School Feels, Best Big Books of September, and the shows we can't wait to watch 26:17

2M ago26:17

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We’re back with another Sidebar conversation and coming into September aligned and invigorated with a sense of new beginnings and possibilities. We’ve got major back to school vibes that provide the momentum we need to propel us through the end of the year. Incredible new book releases and TV shows we’ve been waiting for are only adding to these in…

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Chelsea Bieker & Madwoman: Complicated Conversations Series 55:04

2M ago55:04

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On this episode of Complicated Conversations, we welcome Chelsea Bieker to discuss her new novel Madwoman, an emotionally gripping story about Clove, a mother who has constructed a perfect life based on lies. When she receives a letter from her mother in prison, her past comes crashing back, and she must confront the truth.We chat with Chelsea abou…

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Side Bar on real life being better than Instagram, Kate's summer bucket list, Chappell Roan, and Jennifer Lopez as the new Elizabeth Taylor 32:03

2M ago32:03

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It’s time for another Sidebar conversation – a cheeky reference to the fact that we’re both lawyers and love to have conversations incidental to our main topics and episodes – where we let you in on our lives and what we’re obsessing over in pop culture. In today’s episode we talk about how sometimes real life is better than Instagram, the joyful s…

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Colleen McKeegan & 'Rip Tide': Complicated Conversations Series 43:10

2M ago43:10

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On this episode of Complicated Conversations, we welcome back Colleen McKeegan to discuss her sophomore novel, Riptide, a heartfelt and suspenseful story about two sisters returning to their childhood beachfront home who are forced to confront their traumatic past when a body washes ashore.We chat with Colleen about the two sisters at the heart of …

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Karin Slaughter & 'This Is Why We Lied': Complicated Conversations Series 33:23

2M ago33:23

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On today’s Complicated Conversation, we are thrilled to welcome back New York Times bestselling author, Karin Slaughter. Karin is one of the world's most popular and acclaimed storytellers, as well as one of the funniest and most entertaining interviewees! She talks with us about her new novel, This Is Why We Lied, Book 12 in the acclaimed Will Tre…

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Rachel Koller Croft & 'We Love The Nightlife': Complicated Conversations Series 40:27

2M ago40:27

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On this episode of Complicated Conversations, we welcome back Rachel Koller Croft to discuss her new novel, We Love the Nightlife, a book that follows two best friends who open a nightclub in London, and also happen to be vampires.We chat with Rachel about how vampires never go out of style; how the disco dancing queen era of the 70s is the epitome…

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Side Bar on what makes us liars, bucket lists, and catching up with our own lives 33:47

3M ago33:47

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It’s time for another Sidebar conversation – a cheeky reference to the fact that we’re both lawyers and love to have conversations incidental to our main topics and episodes – where we let you in on our lives and what we’re obsessing over in pop culture. In today’s episode - the last one of Leo season for Kate and the last one from LA for Carinn - …

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Laurie Elizabeth Flynn & 'Till Death Do Us Part': Complicated Conversations Series 34:41

3M ago34:41

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In this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome back Laurie Elizabeth Flynn to discuss ‘Till Death Do Us Part, her new thriller set in the vineyards of Napa Valley that asks: what happens when the husband you thought died years ago shows up alive?We chat with Laurie about her inspiration for the characters, the challenges of writing her sec…

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Side bar on extroverts and introverts, late-career breakthroughs, beautiful divorce stories and some duds too 28:56

3M ago28:56

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It’s time for another Sidebar conversation – a cheeky reference to the fact that we’re both lawyers and love to have conversations incidental to our main topics and episodes – where we let you in on our lives and what we’re obsessing over in pop culture. In today’s episode, Kate’s high school reunion weekend leads to a discussion of being seen vs b…

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Sophie Brickman & 'Plays Well With Others': Complicated Conversations Series 28:58

3M ago28:58

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On this episode of Complicated Conversations, we welcome Sophie Brickman to discuss her debut novel, Plays Well With Others, a wickedly funny and incisive story that follows a mother trapped in the rat race of NYC parenting as her life unravels.We chat with Sophie about her journey from food writer/journalist to non-fiction author and now to debut …

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Side Bar on the birthday girl, Your Honor, Laura Dave, and Blake Lively’s son 32:27

3M ago32:27

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It’s time for another Sidebar conversation – a cheeky reference to the fact that we’re both lawyers and love to have conversations incidental to our main topics and episodes – where we let you in on our lives and what we’re obsessing over in pop culture. In today’s episode we are rehashing Kate’s birthday weekend (done in total Leo-style!) and disc…

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Lori Brand & 'Bodies To Die For': Debut Discussions 31:11

3M ago31:11

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In this episode of Debut Discussions, we’re chatting with Lori Brand about her debut novel, Bodies To Die For, a psychological thriller that will have you wondering whether the perfect body really is worth dying for.Lori shares her journey to becoming a writer and the inspiration behind her book, which includes fangirling Gillian Flynn and Jillian …

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Side Bar on Leo Season, Summer Plans, Reality TV and Mid-Life Books 31:38

3M ago31:38

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It’s time for another Sidebar conversation – a cheeky reference to the fact that we’re both lawyers and love to have conversations incidental to our main topics and episodes – where we let you in on our lives and what we’re obsessing over in pop culture. In today’s episode we usher in Leo Season, discuss Carinn’s book launch and summer move to LA, …

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Tasha Coryell & 'Love Letters To A Serial Killer': Debut Discussions 39:35

3M ago39:35

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In this episode of Debut Discussions, Tasha Coryell discusses her debut novel, 'Love Letters to a Serial Killer,' with Carinn. Tasha shares her long and winding but inevitable journey to publication. Tasha always knew she wanted to be a writer and pursued creative writing throughout her education. She discusses the process of finding her voice as a…

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Laura Hankin & 'One Star Romance': Complicated Conversations Series 38:39

4M ago38:39

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On this episode of Complicated Conversations, we welcome Laura Hankin to discuss her new book, One Star Romance, which follows a struggling writer who is forced to walk down the aisle at her best friend’s wedding with a man who gave her debut novel a one-star review. What a hook!This is a fresh romcom told over many years that explores the journey …

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Side Bar on DCC America's Sweethearts, That NYT list, and The Astrology House pre-launch fears 26:21

4M ago26:21

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It’s been a minute, but today we’re RE-Introducing our “sidebar” conversations, a cheeky reference to the fact that we’re both lawyers and love to have conversations incidental to our main topics and episodes. We’re letting you in on our typical offline conversations about whatever we’re obsessing over in pop culture, life, books or the screen. Tod…

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Carinn Jade & 'The Astrology House': Debut Discussions LIVE at the WHBPAC 56:12

4M ago56:12

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Been waiting a LONG time to write this…on this episode of Debut Discussions we welcome our very own Carinn Jade! This is an extremely special episode on so many levels…you’ll hear Carinn in conversation with Kate, live, at the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center having their very first in depth discussion of her debut thriller, The Astrology H…

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Ally Condie & 'The Unwedding': Complicated Conversations Series 24:55

4M ago24:55

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On this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome Ally Condie, the #1 NYT bestselling author of The Matched trilogy, to discuss her debut adult thriller, The Unwedding, which was Reese Book Club’s June pick and has been described at White Lotus meets Agatha Christie!We chat with Ally about the personal inspiration for her main character, Elle…

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Friday Preview July 10: What We're Reading, Watching, Listening To and Discussing 39:26

4M ago39:26

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Emily Giffin & 'The Summer Pact': Complicated Conversations Series 31:22

4M ago31:22

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On this episode of Complicated Conversations, we are thrilled to welcome back our friend and one of our favorites, #1 New York Times bestselling author, Emily Giffin, to discuss her new novel, The Summer Pact, which tells the story of a group of friends who make a pact in the wake of tragedy that will cause them to reunite a decade later and embark…

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May Cobb & 'The Hollywood Assistant': Complicated Conversations Series 25:26

4M ago25:26

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In this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome May Cobb to discuss her new novel, The Hollywood Assistant, which follows Cassidy Foster, a fledgling novelist who moves to LA and becomes a Hollywood assistant for a power couple where their secrets and lies place her in the crosshairs of a murder investigation.We chat with May about the pers…

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Lauren Aliza Green & 'The World After Alice': Debut Discussions 39:19

4M ago39:19

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On this episode of Debut Discussions, we’re chatting with Lauren Aliza Green, about her debut novel, The World After Alice, a gripping story of two families brought together to celebrate an unexpected marriage, twelve years after a devastating tragedy upended their lives. The characters are so alive in this story and the hook of having two families…

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Liz Moore & 'The God of the Woods': Complicated Conversations Series 31:48

4M ago31:48

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In this episode of Complicated Conversations we chat with Liz Moore, the author of the New York Times bestselling novel Long Bright River, which was a Good Morning America Book Club pick and one of Barack Obama’s favorite books of 2020. Her beautiful and complex new novel, The God Of The Woods, follows a wealthy American family who build an estate …

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Ashley Poston & 'A Novel Love Story': Complicated Conversations Series 29:19

4M ago29:19

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On today’s episode of Complicated Conversations, we chat with New York Times bestselling author Ashley Poston about her new magical book, A Novel Love Story, in which her protagonist Elsy finds herself trapped in the town of her favorite romance series and must learn to become the main character of her own life.Ashley discusses happy endings, writi…

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Flynn Berry & 'Trust Her': Complicated Conversations Series 31:17

4M ago31:17

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On this episode of Complicated Conversations we welcome Flynn Berry, New York Times bestselling author of Northern Spy, a 2021 Reese’s Book Club pick, to discuss her riveting new thriller, Trust Her, which brings back sisters Tessa and Marian Daly three years after they narrowly escaped the IRA’s worst punishment for informing.We chat with Flynn ab…

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Hacks Season 3 Recap: This One Cuts Deep 51:43

5M ago51:43

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On today’s episode, we’re back to discuss the rest of Hacks season 3 (episodes 3-9), a show that continues to shine with the stellar writing of Lucia Aniello, Paul Downs, and Jen Statsky and the incredible cast lead by Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder (complemented by this season’s standout guest actors like J. Smith Cameron, Christina Hendricks, He…

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Adriana Trigiani & 'The Good Left Undone': Complicated Conversations Series 37:25

5M ago37:25

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On this episode of Complicated Conversations, we chat with the incomparable Adriana Trigiani. Beloved by millions of readers around the world, Adriana is the New York Times bestselling author of twenty books of fiction and nonfiction, including her latest, The Good Left Undone - an instant New York Times bestseller, Book of the Month pick and Peopl…

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Book Talk: One Month to The Astrology House launch 35:12

5M ago35:12

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We are one month to the launch of The Astrology House, Carinn's debut thriller! Listen now and come along on the rollercoaster ride of emotions this journey brings!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Fiona McPhillips & 'When We Were Silent': Debut Discussions 33:43

5M ago33:43

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On this episode of Debut Discussions we’re chatting with Fiona McPhillips about her debut novel, When We Were Silent, an unputdownable, thrilling story of exploitation, privilege, and retribution about an outsider who threatens to expose the secrets at an elite private school.Fiona shares with us the moment she knew it was time to follow her long-h…

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Sarah Crouch & 'Middletide': Debut Discussions 49:15

5M ago49:15

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On this episode of Debut Discussions we’re chatting with Sarah Crouch about her debut novel, Middletide, a gripping and intensely atmospheric literary thriller about the suspicious death of a beautiful young doctor in a small town and the prime suspect, a reclusive young man who abandoned the community in chase of big city dreams but returned for t…

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