Best Worst Bestsellers Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 249 – Crush 1:35:29

4d ago1:35:29

1:35:29

We’ve come so far from our first episode, and yet we’re still talking about teen vampires with Carrie. Unfortunately, we’re still out of Stephenie Meyer content so we had to read Crush by Tracy Wolff. If the cliffhanger ending of Crave left you wondering how Grace was going to turn back into a human after getting stuck as a gargoyle…well, this won’…

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Unlocking Travel Bliss: How to Make Peak Vacation Happiness Last 17:05

3h ago17:05

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Ever been bored on what should be an amazing vacation? This episode is for you! This week on GHY, Lisa shares an article from The Wall Street Journal about Peak Vacation Happiness and three ways to keep that joy going and fight the travel blues. We reference also reference our review of the book SMART with Dr. Sood. If you're enjoying GHY, please l…

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From Hong Kong to Hollywood: Author DJ Williams' Story 1:43:14

3d ago1:43:14

1:43:14

Author D.J. Williams is the Prime Sponsor of The Thriller Zone for September and the launch of our Season 7. On today’s 197th episode of The Thriller Zone, now in Season 7, I’m happy to introduce my listeners & readers to an engaging conversation with my new friend, and fantastic author, DJ Williams, a rising star in the thriller genre. Today, we d…

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Crown of Midnight Predictions: Fantasy Draft Showdown 32:27

2d ago32:27

32:27

In this special preview episode, Tex and Sam dive into the world of Crown of Midnight by Sarah J. Maas—only this time, we're doing it Fantasy Draft style! We’re boldly predicting the twists, turns, and swoon-worthy moments that Maas is sure to throw our way. Will Celaena embrace her destiny or continue to guard her secrets? Who will come out on top…

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Why It’s So Hard to Admit You’re Wrong 26:07

3d ago26:07

26:07

On this episode of GHY, Lisa shares an article about Why It’s So Hard to Admit You’re Wrong from the New York Times. Other episodes we mention: Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism by Robin DiAngelo So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo How to Be an …

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From Archeology to Forensics: Kathy Reichs, New York Times Bestseller 30:37

10d ago30:37

30:37

Author D.J. Williams is the Prime Sponsor of The Thriller Zone for September and the launch of our Season 7. On today's 196th episode of The Thriller Zone, host David Temple interviews #1 New York Times Bestselling author Kathy Reichs to discuss her latest book, Fire and Bones. David and Kathy also discuss her career as a forensic anthropologist an…

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When Words Stick: The Remarkable Shelf Life of the Offhand Comment 16:52

12d ago16:52

16:52

On this episode of GHY, Lisa shares an article about The Remarkable Shelf-Life of the Offhand Comment from the New York Times. Here is the GHY episode we mention about What to Do When You Say Something Stupid. If you're enjoying GHY, please leave us a rating and review, as it helps other people find our show, too. Want more GHY? Sign up for our new…

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Family Estrangement: Why So Many Young People Are Going No-Contact With Their Parents 28:57

17d ago28:57

28:57

On this episode of GHY, Lisa and Misty dive into the rising occurrence of family estrangement, sparked by an article Misty shares from Cosmopolitan called Why So Many Young People Are Cutting Off Their Parents by Fortesa Latifi. If you're enjoying GHY, please leave us a rating and review, as it helps other people find our show. Want more GHY? Sign …

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Episode 248 – The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle 1:15:37

26d ago1:15:37

1:15:37

Hot Evelyn Summer comes to a bewildering conclusion with The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton. We were joined by writer and standup comedian Laura Merli (@passiveabrasive) to discuss this time loop locked room mystery. Fun fact: the American publisher added a 1/2 death to make this title less similar to The Seven Husbands of Evely…

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Throne of Glass (Ch. 30-55): DORIAN STINKS AND HE IS THE WORST 39:37

22d ago39:37

39:37

This week, Sam and Tex are back to discuss the latest twists and turns in Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas, covering chapters 30 through 55. Things are heating up for Celaena Sardothien as she faces new challenges, both on and off the battlefield. In this episode, we’ll explore the mounting tension within the castle, the deepening relationships tha…

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How Many Friends Are Too Many? Exploring Dunbar's Number 18:04

28d ago18:04

18:04

On this episode of Go Help Yourself, Misty shares the theory of Dunbar's number, as outlined in this article from bbc.com called Dunbar's number: Why we can only maintain 150 relationships. If you'd like to try out the Fabriq app Misty mentions to get more intentional about your relationships, you can do so here. Want more GHY? Sign up for our news…

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Throne of Glass (Ch. 1-29): To All the Boys I've Killed Before 39:22

29d ago39:22

39:22

This week, Sam and Tex are diving into a world of magic, assassins, and, yes, intense palace drama with Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas. And while we might not be the typical target audience for a fantasy novel featuring a fierce female assassin deciding betwixt two lovers, we’re here to give you our take on the first half of this epic saga. Join …

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Gut Feelings: Your Microbiome’s Impact on Anxiety, Depression, and Stress 28:55

1M ago28:55

28:55

On this episode of Go Help Yourself, Misty shares an article from NPR titled Your gut microbes may influence how you handle stress by Will Stone. This sparks a compelling debate between Lisa and Misty. Is there something wrong with you if you're depressed? Should you even try to fix it, or are our modern systems the real things that need fixing? If…

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Episode 247 – The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo 1:44:48

1M ago1:44:48

1:44:48

Don’t cry because Flashback Summer is over; smile because Hot Evelyn Summer is beginning! Returning bisexual icon Margaret H. Willison (1/3 of Two Bossy Dames, don’t check the math) joined us to discuss The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid. We had a great time unpacking Evelyn’s wardrobe (which is much more substantial than her …

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Introducing Our Next Book: Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas! 29:46

1M ago29:46

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Hey there, book enthusiasts! We’re Sam and Tex, and we’re kicking off our new podcast with a deep dive into the enchanting world of Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas. We’re here to give you our unfiltered take on the series that’s got everyone talking. In this introductory episode, we’ll set the stage for our journey through Celaena Sardothien’s wor…

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How to Defeat Nosy Questions 13:40

2M ago13:40

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This week on GHY, Misty shares an article called A Magic Phrase to Defeat Nosy Questions by Jancee Dunn from The New York Times' Well Newsletter while Lisa shares her favorite ways of shutting down predatory curiosity. If you find yourself on the receiving end of nosy questions, try these tips: Remember that you don’t owe anyone an answer. Tell the…

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The Power of Awe: How It Drives Us to Help Others 24:37

2M ago24:37

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This week on GHY, Misty shares an article from Greater Good Magazine that outlines the science about how awe can make us more likely to help others. Here's the 10-minute painting focus challenge Lisa mentioned from the NYT And here's our episode covering SMART with Dr. Sood Want more GHY? Sign up for our newsletter at gohelpyourself.co Get in touch…

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Episode 246 – Stacey and the Bad Girls 1:13:25

2M ago1:13:25

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Hold on to your sock wine, because we’re ending this year’s Flashback Summer with a real rager! We were joined by Courtney Summers, author of I’m The Girl and other rad books, to discuss Stacey and the Bad Girls (Baby-Sitters Club #87) by Ann M. Martin. Listen to this episode on your way to the big U4Me concert! Readers advisory: Here. Announcement…

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New York Times Bestselling Author TJ Newman on Worst Case Scenario and her biggest fear 1:13:56

2M ago1:13:56

1:13:56

Author D.J. Williams is the Prime Sponsor of The Thriller Zone for September and the launch of our Season 7. On today’s 195th & Final episode of Season Six of The Thriller Zone, host David Temple interviews New York Times Bestselling Author TJ Newman about her latest book, Worst Case Scenario. They discuss the inspiration behind the book, the resea…

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Pivotal Updates From Everyone’s Favorite “Old Person” Magazine 20:43

2M ago20:43

20:43

On this episode of GHY, Lisa brings back her favorite "old person" magazine to share some action-packed (and research backed) life tips from The Bottom Line magazine, including: Why Dissatisfaction with life is normal How overtraining leads to lower moods Extreme heat is linked to more mental health emergencies Women are both happier and sadder tha…

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Debut author Henry Wise Explores Southern Roots and Writing Southern Noir 26:32

2M ago26:32

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Author D.J. Williams is the Prime Sponsor of The Thriller Zone for September and the launch of our Season 7. On today’s 194th episode and FINAL SHOW of SEASON SIX, we welcome Henry Wise, author of the debut thriller Holy City, as he joins David Temple on The Thriller Zone. David and Henry discuss Henry's Southern roots and how they influenced his w…

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Now You See Them, Now You Don't: The Psychological Fallout of Ghosting 49:38

2M ago49:38

49:38

On this episode of GHY, Lisa and Misty dive deep into the topic of ghosting in dating. Lisa shares two recent articles: Ghosting Is an Inescapable Part of Dating. Is It Ever OK? and 7 Ways to Respond to Ghosting. This leads to a very lively discussion about the fabric of humanity and brings up the question... are we owed anything by anyone? We also…

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Episode 245 – Alanna: The First Adventure 1:43:20

2M ago1:43:20

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By popular demand, we took Flashback Summer to the land of Tortall. Rebecca Kim Wells, author of Briar Girls and other great queer fantasy books, joined us to discuss Alanna: The First Adventure by Tamora Pierce. Put on your purple contact lenses and listen to this episode while you study the blade. Readers advisory: Here. Footnotes: Tamora Pierce …

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Bruce Borgos, author of Shades of Mercy, on Creating Genuine Characters with Personal Experiences 44:56

2M ago44:56

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Author D.J. Williams is the Prime Sponsor of The Thriller Zone for September and the launch of our Season 7. On today’s 193rd episode of The Thriller Zone, host David Temple interviews author Bruce Borges about his latest book, Shades of Mercy. They discuss the process of writing and the fear of not being able to recreate the success of previous bo…

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The Power of the Pen: Why Handwriting is Crucial for Learning 20:47

3M ago20:47

20:47

On this episode of Go Help Yourself, Misty shares an article about why writing by hand beats typing for thinking and learning by NPR. Don't let handwriting die, everyone! We also mention our episode of How to Take Smart Notes by Sönke Ahrens. Want more GHY? Sign up for our newsletter at gohelpyourself.co Get in touch with us: gohelpyourselfpodcast@…

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