Onyx Storm By Rebecca Yarros Ready To Be Romanced: A Romance Novel podcast

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How do you know when it’s time to make your next big career move? With International Women’s Day around the corner, we are excited to feature Avni Patel Thompson, Founder and CEO of Milo. Avni is building technology that directly supports the often overlooked emotional and logistical labor that falls on parents—especially women. Milo is an AI assistant designed to help families manage that invisible load more efficiently. In this episode, Avni shares her journey from studying chemistry to holding leadership roles at global brands like Adidas and Starbucks, to launching her own ventures. She discusses how she approaches career transitions, the importance of unpleasant experiences, and why she’s focused on making everyday life easier for parents. [01:26] Avni's University Days and Early Career [04:36] Non-Linear Career Paths [05:16] Pursuing Steep Learning Curves [11:51] Entrepreneurship and Safety Nets [15:22] Lived Experiences and Milo [19:55] Avni’s In Her Ellement Moment [20:03] Reflections Links: Avni Patel Thompson on LinkedIn Suchi Srinivasan on LinkedIn Kamila Rakhimova on LinkedIn Ipsos report on the future of parenting About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn’t just arrived—you were truly in your element? About The Hosts: Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030. Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders. Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.…

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Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros

4 days ago 2:01:03

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Content Warning: Discussion about violence, death, and war throughout the episode. Take care!

Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the entire Empyrean series.

Mason’s Previous Appearances

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Upcoming Episodes:

March 26: Praise by Sara Cate
April 9: From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout
April 23: The Deal by Elle Kennedy

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Music by Simon Tebbenham.

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Ready to Be Romanced: A Romance Novel Podcast

Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros

Ready to Be Romanced: A Romance Novel Podcast

published 4 days ago

MP3•Episode home

Content Warning: Discussion about violence, death, and war throughout the episode. Take care!

Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the entire Empyrean series.

Mason’s Previous Appearances

Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.

Upcoming Episodes:

March 26: Praise by Sara Cate
April 9: From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout
April 23: The Deal by Elle Kennedy

Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Music by Simon Tebbenham.

48 episodes

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Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros 2:01:03

4 days ago2:01:03

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In chapter 45, Torry (she/her) and Mason (he/him) share their thoughts on Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros (1:39) and then recap the book (25:26). Finally, they get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, Side Character Spotlight, and Sequel Scoop (1:44:47). Content Warning: Discussion about violence, death, and war throughout the episode. Take care! Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the entire Empyrean series. Mason’s Previous Appearances Fourth Wing Bonus Chapter 27 by Rebecca Yarros Fourth Wing Bonus Chapters 9 and 16 by Rebecca Yarros Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros Bonus 1: The Bachelorette Season 15 Premiere Recap Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here . Upcoming Episodes: March 26: Praise by Sara Cate April 9: From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout April 23: The Deal by Elle Kennedy Follow Torry on Instagram , Twitter , Letterboxd , and GoodReads . Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty . Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham .…

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Forks Trip Recap Episode Preview 11:34

10 days ago11:34

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In this bonus episode, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) discuss their trip to Forks, Washington, the setting of Twilight! Listen to the full episode and get access to over 120 episodes when you join the Ready to Be Petty Patreon . For $5 USD/month, you get weekly episodes on trending topics and pop culture deep dives and entry to the Discord to chat with other listeners. Try your first week for free! Follow Torry on Instagram , Twitter , Letterboxd , and GoodReads . Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty . Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.…

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The Hating Game by Sally Thorne (and Movie Adaptation Review) 1:38:56

17 days ago1:38:56

1:38:56

In chapter 44, Torry (she/her) and Becky Feldman (she/her) from Too Stupid To Live: Romance Reviews $5 and Under recap The Hating Game by Sally Thorne (4:59). Next they discuss the movie adaptation (1:09:34) and get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop of the book and movie (1:27:12). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:36:01). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: The Hating Game. Becky’s Previous Appearances The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren Episode 144: Petty about Kylie Jenner’s Tiktoks, Plastic Surgery in Hollywood, and Lea Michele at the Tonys Episode 123: Petty about The Price of Glee, Harry and Meghan Part 1, and Katie Holmes’ 2000s Look Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here . Upcoming Episodes: March 12: Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros March 26: Praise by Sara Cate Follow Torry on Instagram , Twitter , Letterboxd , and GoodReads . Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty . Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham .…

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Funny Story by Emily Henry (with Kirsten MacInnis) 1:40:58

26 days ago1:40:58

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In chapter 43, Torry (she/her) and Kirsten MacInnis (she/her) from Mess Magnets discuss Emily Henry’s writing style (0:00) and then recap Funny Story by Emily Henry (16:05). Finally, they get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:21:28). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: Funny Story Kirsten’s Previous Appearances Patreon 112: 2025 Pop Culture Predictions Book Lovers by Emilly Henry Patreon 62: Ranking Fandom Names (Part 2) Patreon 57: Ranking Fandom Names (Part 1) Patreon 28: The Selena, Justin, and Hailey Relationship Timeline Patreon 16: 2023 Pop Culture Predictions Episode 110: Petty about the Latest in Kardashian News, the Queen, and Jennifer Lawrence’s Return (with Kirsten MacInnis) Episode 78: Petty about Celebrity Big Brother, Celebrity Pregnancy Announcements, and Standing Pants Only (with Kirsten MacInnis) Listen to Torry discuss To All The Boys: Love Always on Movies that Raised Us and What a Girl Wants on The Rom Complex . Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here . Upcoming Episodes: February 26: The Hating Game by Sally Thorne March 12: Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros March 26: Praise by Sara Cate…

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The QB Bad Boy and Me by Tay Marley (and Movie Adaptation Review) 1:58:33

7 weeks ago1:58:33

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In chapter 42, Torry (she/her), Sam (she/her), and Shelby (she/her) from The Rom Complex recap The QB Bad Boy and Me by Tay Marley (7:01). Next, they discuss the movie adaptation, Sidelined: The QB and Me (1:26:35). Finally, Torry, Sam, and Shelby get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop for the book and movie (1:39:46). Content Warning: Brief mention of a child homicide, teen pregnancy, and sex with a minor. Take care! Spoiler Warning: While we explore The QB Bad Boy and Me in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers for the prequel. We do briefly mention minor spoilers for the sequel. Sam and Shelby’s Previous Appearances Episode 126: Petty about Spare Leaks, Bridgerton Production Stalls, and Hailey Bieber’s New YouTube Endeavour Episode 72: Petty about Olivia Munn and John Mulaney Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here . Upcoming Episodes: February 12: Funny Story by Emily Henry February 26: The Hating Game by Sally Thorne Follow Torry on Instagram , Twitter , Letterboxd , and GoodReads . Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty . Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham .…

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Fourth Wing Bonus Chapter 27 by Rebecca Yarros 54:13

10 weeks ago54:13

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In chapter 41, Torry (she/her) and Mason (he/him) recap the Fourth Wing Bonus Chapter 27 by Rebecca Yarros (7:16). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (32:02). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the entire Empyrean series. Mason’s Previous Appearances Fourth Wing Bonus Chapters 9 and 16 by Rebecca Yarros Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros Bonus 1: The Bachelorette Season 15 Premiere Recap Check out the excerpt of Onyx Storm mentioned in the episode. Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here . Upcoming Episodes: January 29: The QB Bad Boy and Me by Tay Marley February 12: The Hating Game by Sally Thorne February 26: Funny Story by Emily Henry Follow Torry on Instagram , Twitter , Letterboxd , and GoodReads . Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty . Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham .…

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Bride by Ali Hazelwood 1:44:13

11 weeks ago1:44:13

1:44:13

In chapter 40, Torry (she/her) and Haley Strong (she/her) from RHAP: We Know The Bachelor discuss what Omegaverse books are (11:10) and then recap Bride by Ali Hazelwood (17:23). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:19:43). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:33:00). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: Bride. Haley’s Previous Appearances Bridgerton Season 3, Part 2 Review Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 3, Part 1 Review) The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 2 Review) The Duke and I by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 1 Review) Patreon 45: The 1989 World Tour Guest List Episode 138: Petty about the Barbie Trailer, ‘Til Death Do Us Part, and Bravo Binges Episode 88: Petty about Bachelor Nation News and and the Bennifer Engagement Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here . Upcoming Episodes: January 15: Fourth Wing Bonus Chapter 27 by Rebecca Yarros January 29: The QB Bad Boy and Me by Tay Marley Follow Torry on Instagram , Twitter , Letterboxd , and GoodReads . Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty . Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham .…

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A Cuban Girl's Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Laura Taylor Namey 1:27:14

14 weeks ago1:27:14

1:27:14

In chapter 39, Torry (she/her) and Julie from You + Me & Chisme recap A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Laura Taylor Namely (5:26). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:10:03). Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book. Listen to Torry discuss My December Darling by Lauren Asher on Boobies & Noobies: A Romance Review Podcast . Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here . Upcoming Episodes: January 1: Bride by Ali Hazelwood January 15: Fourth Wing Bonus Chapter 27 by Rebecca Yarros January 29: The QB Bad Boy and Me by Tay Marley Follow Torry on Instagram , Twitter , Letterboxd , and GoodReads . Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty . Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham .…

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Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon 1:09:45

16 weeks ago1:09:45

1:09:45

In chapter 38, Torry (she/her) and Kelly White (she/her) from Nathan For Us: A Nathan Fielder Fan Podcast recap Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon (8:09). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (45:23). Content Warning: Brief mention about alien abduction, human trafficking, forced abortion, some scenes with noncon, and sexual assault. Take care! Spoiler Warning: While we explore Ice Planet Barbarians in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book. Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here . Upcoming Episodes: December 18: A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Laura Taylor Namey January 1: Bride by Ali Hazelwood January 15: Fourth Wing Bonus Chapter 27 by Rebecca Yarros Follow Torry on Instagram , Twitter , Letterboxd , and GoodReads . Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty . Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham .…

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The Trouble with Hating You by Sajni Patel 1:15:15

17 weeks ago1:15:15

1:15:15

In chapter 37, Torry (she/her) and Sam (he/him) from The Bitter Jurors Podcast recap The Trouble with Hating You by Sajni Patel (8:06). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (58:15). Content Warning: Discussion about sexual assault and physical abuse throughout the episode. Take care! Spoiler Warning: While we explore The Trouble with Hating You in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book. Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: December 4: Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon December 18: A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Laura Taylor Namey Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.…

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Outlander by Diana Gabaldon 2:50:02

20 weeks ago2:50:02

2:50:02

In chapter 36, Torry (she/her) and Laura (she/her) from Laura’s Library Card recap Outlander by Diana Gabaldon (9:27). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (2:08:41). Next they discuss season 1 of the tv show adaptation of Outlander (2:23:47). Finally, Torry and Laura get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop of the tv show (2:37:18). Content Warning: Brief discussion about attempted sexual assault, violence, and rape throughout the episode. Take care! Spoiler Warning: While we explore Outlander in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book. Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: November 20: The Trouble with Hating You by Sajni Patel December 4: Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon December 18: A Cuban Girl's Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Laura Taylor Namey Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.…

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The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han (and TV Adaptation Review) 2:10:11

22 weeks ago2:10:11

2:10:11

In chapter 35, Torry (she/her) and Jenn (she/her) recap The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han (8:56). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:21:09). Next they discuss the tv adaptation of The Summer I Turned Pretty (1:26:46). Finally, Torry and Jenn get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop of the tv show (1:44:02). Content Warning: Brief discussion about cancer throughout the episode. Take care! Spoiler Warning: While we tried to keep the episode spoiler free for the remaining books in the Summer trilogy, there are a few spoilers in the episode beyond this book. Jenn’s Previous RTBR Appearances My Life with the Walter Boys by Ali Novak Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: November 6: Outlander by Diana Galbadon November 20: The Trouble with Hating You by Sajni Patel December 4: Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.…

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A Court of Thorns and Roses Bonus Chapters by Sarah J. Maas 1:24:54

23 weeks ago1:24:54

1:24:54

In chapter 34, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap the A Court of Thorns and Roses bonus chapters: Wings and Embers (5:58), Feyre and Rhysand bonus chapter (34:39), and the Azriel bonus chapter (43:30) by Sarah J. Maas. Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:05:20). Finally, they discuss theories for the next book (1:12:26). Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the entire A Court of Thorns and Roses series. Megan’s Previous RTBR Appearances A Court of Silver Flames (Chapters 37-80) by Sarah J. Maas A Court of Silver Flames (Chapters 1-36) by Sarah J. Maas A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas Twilight by Stephenie Meyer A Court of Mist and Fury (Part 3) by Sarah J. Maas A Court of Mist and Fury (Parts 1 and 2) by Sarah J. Maas A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: October 23: The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han November 6: Outlander by Diana Galbaldon November 20: The Trouble with Hating You by Sajni Patel Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.…

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Fall Into You by Caroline Frank 1:15:47

24 weeks ago1:15:47

1:15:47

In chapter 33, Torry (she/her) and Robyn (she/her) recap Fall Into You by Caroline Frank (6:01). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (59:57). Content Warning: Brief discussion about loss of a parent throughout the episode. Take care! Spoiler Warning: While we explore Fall Into You in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book. Robyn’s Previous Appearances Bonus 1: The Bachelorette Season 15 Premiere Recap Check out Robyn’s seasonal Spotify playlists mentioned in the episode. Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here. Upcoming Episodes: October 23: The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han November 6: Outlander by Diana Galbaldon November 20: The Trouble with Hating You by Sajni Patel Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you. Music by Simon Tebbenham.…

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My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand, Brody Ashton, and Jodi Meadows (and TV Adaptation Review) 2:11:08

26 weeks ago2:11:08