Best Talk Lit Get Hit Podcasts (2024)

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fifty shades of grey 1:49:08

22h ago1:49:08

1:49:08

in this, our longest episode ever, we call upon strength from our subconsciouses and inner goddesses to do a merengue with some salsa moves thrown in and tackle the mammoth task of discussing fifty shades of grey by e.l. james (aka. snowsqueens icedragon). we once again find ourselves discussing the twilight saga and its associated fan fiction, saf…

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bonus chapter: bridgerton (revisited) 34:22

1M ago34:22

34:22

dearest gentle listeners, it is with the greatest pleasure that we invite you to revisit the latest chapter of the bridgerton saga in this special episode of our esteemed podcast. in this episode, we peel back the layers of bridgerton season three: part two, and examine its every scandal, intrigue, and triumph. we touch on important points such as …

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everything I know about love 1:11:21

1M ago1:11:21

1:11:21

in this episode we discuss 'everything i know about love', dolly alderton's heartwarming memoir about the beautiful messiness of love and life. join us as we explore dolly's journey through her tumultuous twenties, the ins and outs of myspace etiquette, sharehousing, suspiciously bougie mac and cheese recipes, a bizarre mention of jacob's creek win…

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bonus chapter: funny story 32:29

2M ago32:29

32:29

grab your headphones and your hot beverage of choice and join us for a new talk lit, get hit bonus chapter where we dive into the cosy world of Emily Henry's latest novel, "Funny Story." we explore the superiority of housemates to lovers, fake dating and the timeless “are they looking? let’s KISS” tropes as well as how Tourism USA should really put…

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cemetery boys 54:11

3M ago54:11

54:11

join us for a spooky journey through the pages of Aiden Thomas' spellbinding novel, "Cemetery Boys." in this episode, we dive deep into a world where the living and the dead mingle and schoolyard bad bois can be summoned on whim. from the allure of sexy ghosts to the vibrant tapestry of young adult fiction, urban fantasy, and paranormal romance, we…

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bonus chapter: bridgerton 30:05

3M ago30:05

30:05

say hello to our new bridgerton bonus chapter! with the help of our friend and part-time bridgerton fan maddy, we discuss the ins and outs of the steamy bridgerton book series written by julia quinn (of 'the weakest link' fame). we talk about the bridgerton glow-up, soft-boi poetry, daphne bridgerton’s micro bangs and all the magic of shonda-land. …

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pride and prejudice 1:06:12

3M ago1:06:12

1:06:12

dearest listeners, it is our greatest pleasure to cordially invite you to join us this autumn for a meeting of the minds of the highest order. this month we hold our teacups with our pinkies out as we drink from the fount of old school barbz, considering the inherent romance of staring and the unyielding burden of having no propriety. while some ma…

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talk lit done juicy - a discussion on mona awad 31:48

4M ago31:48

31:48

say hello to our very first talk lit, get hit bonus episode! we had the pleasure of talking to jade from literature done juicy - a podcast all about literature (you guessed it) and its intersection with pop-culture, science, history and so much more. we took the time to chat a little deeper about the author mona awad and two of her most popular boo…

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my brilliant friend 57:50

5M ago57:50

57:50

ciao, brilliant friends! get ready to talk about translated fiction and dive into the world of Elena Ferrante's "My Brilliant Friend”. join us for a whirlwind discussion where we navigate through poorly pronounced Italian words, questionable cover designs, and the magical art of translated fiction. from dissecting the brilliance of Ann Goldstein's …

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song of achilles 1:06:06

6M ago1:06:06

1:06:06

why did achilles go to therapy? to heel his emotional trauma. speaking of emotional trauma, our book for historical fiction month is the song of achilles by madeline miller and this episode is a doozy. historians have marvelled at and theorised about the man, the myth, the legend that is achilles for centuries but have never come close to the hot t…

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romantic comedy 1:06:25

7M ago1:06:25

1:06:25

dim the lights and cue the canned laughter because we are live in 5, 4, 3, 2, 1… welcome back to season two of talk lit, get hit! this month we continue our fearless pilgrimage of genre and explore the sensual and smoochy category of romance. a book named romantic comedy surely couldn’t lead us astray! right? right??? [audience laughs]. in this epi…

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rouge 1:04:33

8M ago1:04:33

1:04:33

everyone knows the first step in every good skincare routine is cleansing. the second? listening to talk lit, get hit. this month marks the start of season two of the pod and what better way to kick it off than with a book that makes us question if we are but a slave to the beauty industry! join us as we try to figure out wtf happened in this book …

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season two trailer 0:49

8M ago0:49

0:49

send us questions, things you want us to speak about or just say hi! choose our next podcast read by going here and voting in the first week of each month! make sure you subscribe to hear our groundbreaking thoughts as soon as they are unleashed. if you want to be on the same page as us, follow us at talklit.gethit on Instagram and TikTok. theme mu…

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talk lit, get lit - wildfire 1:31:44

8M ago1:31:44

1:31:44

'i hate it' laura cried, 'i don't know if i could read another book' eryn moaned, 'shit' we all declared! and yet, when the episode climbed to the highest of heights, we had to accept our fate. our listeners spoke and we heard you. so, to put the bow on top of season 1 and the festive season, we have reunited for one last, slightly drunken hoorah! …

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breaking dawn 1:19:42

8M ago1:19:42

1:19:42

the traditional gift for a first anniversary is paper. for bella and edward, it’s a teenage engagement, last minute wedding and a scary demon-spawn baby! but for us at talk lit, get hit our gift has been this twilight saga megamix extravaganza. this episode sees us wrapping up our anniversary celebrations with one last episode on breaking dawn by s…

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eclipse 1:26:14

9M ago1:26:14

1:26:14

baby vampires and werewolves and confederates, oh my! as the moon overshadows the sun, so too does the romantic drama of some boring teenagers overshadow the very real (but very easily squashed) threat of an army of newborn vampires - but hey, that’s twilight, baby! this episode will have you questioning your status as a particular european nation …

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new moon 1:16:33

9M ago1:16:33

1:16:33

It’s a beautiful night, we’re looking for something dumb to do, hey baby, this episode is on new moon~~ that’s right, it’s already episode two of our twilight megamix extravaganza! this episode we do a deep cliff dive on new moon and ponder if a teenager should be trusted with motor mechanics, why bella needs a reality check and are gaslighting and…

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twilight 1:32:06

10M ago1:32:06

1:32:06

picture this: it's raining, it's cold, the sun is going down, and the cullens are miserable because another day is ending. but while twilight might be the saddest time for the cullens, it is a time we have been waiting for longer than bella has been irrevocably in love with edward. this episode kicks off our twilight megamix extravaganza, our two-m…

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the ballad of songbirds and snakes 1:22:33

11M ago1:22:33

1:22:33

do you ever feel like Coriolanus Snow, drifting through the world wanting to make it worse? do you ever feel, feel like collecting snakes, singing silly songs and poisoning some cakes? if you answered yes to either of these then boy, do we have the episode for you! join us and dive back into the world of the Hunger Games but 60 years earlier, when …

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if we were villains 1:22:39

12M ago1:22:39

1:22:39

shakespeare says all the world is a stage and while all epsiodes of talk lit, get hit are our players, we think this one gets the lead role! the stage is set, places have been called and we are fully off-book as we take a deep dive into the new cult classic, 'if we were villains' by ml rio. join us as we cover our illustrious acting careers, love f…

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red, white & royal blue 1:03:19

1y ago1:03:19

1:03:19

if you love keeping calm and carrying on, making history by having your secrets exposed on a global scale and misappropriating taxpayer funds to follow your hearts (see also: have booty calls), then by golly do we have the episode for you! come with us on a trip back in time and across the Atlantic, to a magical age where millennials could be used …

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fourth wing 1:11:18

1y ago1:11:18

1:11:18

they say the best dancing dragons train for the talon show, but we’ve got our sights set on the kinds of dragons that train for war (of the game variety and the real kind). this month we’re soaring, flying straight into your eardrums and spitting straight fire on fourth wing by rebecca yarros. join us as we weigh in on the fantasy book everyone is …

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The Line Between Attendee Data and Privacy 46:18

1y ago46:18

46:18

Navigating event attendee data requires the right balance between collecting valuable information and respecting event attendee privacy. But with rapid advancements in technology and law that struggles to keep up, finding that balance can be tricky, especially as tech becomes cheaper and easier to access. Catalyzed by a recent Tech Crunch headline …

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icebreaker 1:21:33

1y ago1:21:33

1:21:33

two skaters, both alike in dignity, in fair maple hills where we lay our scene. from damaged ice rinks to traumatised Uber drivers, where explicit scenes make minds unclean. from the fatal loins of these two foes, comes Icebreaker by Hannah Grace, wherein nonsense ensues but inspires this very funny podcast episode. listen if you're a fan of hot ta…

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Do You Need Event Planning Certifications? 40:06

1y ago40:06

40:06

The events industry is a melting pot of talent and diverse backgrounds, with event professionals bringing rich experiences and unique perspectives to the field. It’s not uncommon to find professionals holding degrees in business, communications, or marketing, complementing others with a foundation in hospitality or years of experience in related in…

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New Report Finds B2B Event Attendees Are Getting Younger 50:46

1+ y ago50:46

50:46

A recently published Freeman report highlights a significant shift in the demographics of B2B event attendees. With this new generation of younger, more diverse, and more educated attendees emerging, the event industry must adapt to meet their evolving needs and expectations. In this episode of the Event Brew podcast, Xander, Will Curran, Arianna, …

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happy place 1:11:18

1+ y ago1:11:18

1:11:18

You + listening to this month's episode = our Happy Place. Join us as we, like the rest of the internet, delve into Emily Henry’s new book and ponder deep topics such as second-chance romance, adult friendships and the age-old question: is it good, or did it just make me cry? p.s. Subscribe if you want to get matching tattoos with us (iykyk) Music …

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In-Kind Sponsorships for Events: How to Create a Win-Win Situation 50:40

1+ y ago50:40

50:40

As event professionals, we’re constantly striving to create meaningful experiences for attendees and stakeholders while working within limited resources and a budget. In-kind sponsorships are relationships where a business sponsors an event by providing free goods or services rather than a financial contribution. So can in-kind sponsorships for eve…

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Event Budget Cuts: Kiss, Marry, Kill Edition 44:19

1+ y ago44:19

44:19

Amid industry-wide event budget cuts, global inflation, and nationwide layoffs, teams across the events industry are forced to decide which things to keep, remove, or reduce in the budget. So in this episode of the Event Brew podcast, the crew shares their thoughts on what they’d keep, cut, and remove. But before we dive into budgets, let’s introdu…

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before the coffee gets cold 1:10:45

1+ y ago1:10:45

1:10:45

What’s cooler than going back in time to relive some emotional trauma in a cosy cafe hidden in the back alleys of Japan? Why, listening to this month’s talk lit, get hit episode of course! This month we tackle Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi and ponder the serious questions in life with a little help from our only reference point…

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daisy jones and the six - part two 41:23

1+ y ago41:23

41:23

Forget best-selling albums and sold-out tours; Daisy Jones and the Six didn't know fame until they got covered by Talk Lit, Get Hit. This month we give Reese's Book Club a run for its money and tackle the hottest book at the moment, Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid. The story is brought to life in the new show streaming on Amazon Prim…

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The Pandemic is Over 45:47

1+ y ago45:47

45:47

In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic devastated events across the globe. Almost three years later, the United States is finally making a widespread comeback, events included. Still, it’s not enough for President Biden to declare the pandemic over. As the Brew Crew shares today, many event professionals are still battling low attendance, learning about an…

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daisy jones and the six - part one 40:46

1+ y ago40:46

40:46

Forget best-selling albums and sold-out tours, Daisy Jones and the Six didn't know fame until they got covered by Talk Lit, Get Hit. This month we give Reese's Book Club a run for its money and tackle the hottest book at the moment, Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid. The story is brought to life in the new show streaming on Amazon Prim…

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Advice to Our Younger Selves 44:30

1+ y ago44:30

44:30

As event professionals, we often reflect on our past experiences and wonder what we could have done differently. Hindsight is 20/20, and it's natural to have moments of regret or wish we'd known then what we know now. The Brew Crew isn't immune to this phenomenon. As experienced professionals, they would have lots of knowledge to share with their y…

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Cannabis at Events: The lit new Event Trend? 54:43

1+ y ago54:43

54:43

In recent years, “cannabis” and “marijuana” have been hot topics of interest for event professionals. And with the increasing legalization of the psychoactive drug, conversations around cannabis for events are at an all-time high. As the industry comes to terms with this new reality, many event professionals aren’t sure what to do next. ‘Bud’ if on…

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beach read 1:03:45

1+ y ago1:03:45

1:03:45

What do you get when you mix banter, Taylor Swift references, a lack of beach scenes and some heavy emotional baggage? Our next book, Beach Read! In this episode, we read quotes that make us cry, discuss the lore of Jack Reacher and pose philosophical questions such as wondering if a book is set on a lake should be called Beach Read, if January is …

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What do You do When You hit Your Event Goals? 39:29

1+ y ago39:29

39:29

Event goals are what you aim to achieve before, during, and after your event, and they impact almost everything event professionals do. So what happens when you crush your goals? Well, Ana A. reached out and asked precisely this. She says, “Say an event was successful, reached all goals and objectives, and made the host more money. What would you s…

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Where do You Draw Event Inspiration? 51:45

1+ y ago51:45

51:45

As an event professional, you likely rely on some degree of creativity and inspiration to design events, drive innovation, and make your mark on the attendee experience. But when the creativity wheels aren’t turning, and the inspiration isn’t flowing, it can feel hard to come up with fun or even new ideas and make meaningful progress at work. That’…

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the love hypothesis 59:26

1+ y ago59:26

59:26

Hypothesis: that listening to this episode will be at least ten times more enjoyable than reading The Love Hypothesis. Welcome back! As our first book for 2023, we read the Reylo fanfic-turned-TikTok Bestseller, The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood. The Love Hypothesis follows Olive, a biology PhD candidate and certified quirky girl, who launches h…

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Event Gamification That Doesn’t Suck 48:44

1+ y ago48:44

48:44

Event gamification kind of sucks right now, but it doesn’t have to. Event organizers turn to gamification to try and drive engagement and rally excitement around an event. But more often than not, it’s just a thinly disguised tool to get attendees to do what organizers and sponsors want them to do. That’s why our guest co-host Arianna Black is stru…

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a court of frost and starlight 44:34

1+ y ago44:34

44:34

We end our A Court of Thorns and Roses journey (for now) by celebrating Winter Solstice in A Court of Frost and Starlight (ACOFAS), book number three in the A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series by Sarah J Maas. BookTok’s best-selling darling and diamond of the season is thrown to the wolves (aka Bridget, Eryn and Laura), who “talk lit” and o…

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a court of wings and ruin 55:18

1+ y ago55:18

55:18

We continue on our A Court of Thorns and Roses journey by reading A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR), book number three in the A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series by Sarah J Maas. BookTok’s best-selling darling and diamond of the season is thrown to the wolves (aka Bridget, Eryn and Laura), who “talk lit” and offer some insight but mainly t…

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How Did You Get Started in the Events Industry? 1:01:15

1+ y ago1:01:15

1:01:15

Event professionals can start their career paths in almost any job or industry. This is something the Brew Crew knows well, as today’s hosts share a combined 82 years of industry experience with a wide range of event jobs that led them to where they are today. In this episode of the Event Brew podcast, Deanna Nwosu, Will Curran, Nick Borelli, and A…

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a court of mist and fury 56:19

1+ y ago56:19

56:19

We continue on our A Court of Thorns and Roses journey by reading A Court of Mist and Fury (ACOMAF), book number two in the A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series by Sarah J Maas. BookTok’s best-selling darling and diamond of the season is thrown to the wolves (aka Bridget, Eryn and Laura), who “talk lit” and offer some insight but mainly thro…

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Why do Event Marketers Receive More Credit and Respect Than Event Planners? 40:54

1+ y ago40:54

40:54

Our conversation today comes from a question sent in by one of our listeners named Genesis. She asked, “Why do event marketers receive more credit and respect than event planners?” Event marketers and event planners do, in fact, often receive credit, financial support, and recognition differently, which makes this an excellent question. As the Brew…

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a court of thorns and roses 53:43

2y ago53:43

53:43

We kick off the podcast by reading A Court of Thorns and Roses, book number one in the A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series by Sarah J Maas. BookTok’s best-selling darling and diamond of the season is thrown to the wolves (aka Bridget, Eryn and Laura), who “talk lit” and offer some insight but mainly through the context of memes and Twilight…

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Do Event Professionals Need to Learn HR Core Competencies? 46:30

2y ago46:30

46:30

Events are not exclusive to any industry, business, or group of people. Every year, from sports and weddings to big banks and marketing agencies, all kinds of people have events. As event professionals, they employ specific skills to plan and engage that audience. Should HR core competencies be a part of those skills? On today’s episode of the Even…

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Event Size: Does It Matter? 41:38

2y ago41:38

41:38

The world is in transition, and event industry professionals are asking questions. Does event size matter? Many events are seeing the fall of pandemic safety regulations. Does this mean large events are back? In today’s episode, Thuy leads the Brew Crew in a conversation about event size. While Nick, Will, and Thuy mostly agree that their preferenc…

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Should Planners Boycott Destinations? 45:41

2y ago45:41

45:41

n 2019, the events industry had a $1,135.4 Billion valuation, making the events industry well positioned to make an economic impact should planners support social movements like boycotts. But should they? In this episode of Event Brew, the entire Brew Crew shares their thoughts on planners and organizations boycotting venues, hotels, destinations, …

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What is the Future of Event Marketing? 58:28

2y ago58:28

58:28

Marketing has changed significantly over the last 10 to 15 years. Content marketing has seen a boom in activity. Twenty years ago, content marketing was what people wanted to be doing. Today, everyone’s doing it. And according to Will, it might be the bare minimum for brand awareness. What’s next? In today’s episode, Will Curran and Nick Borrelli t…

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