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Introducing your new favorite bookish podcast! Tune in to Fully Booked & Caffeinated where two best friends rate and review their latest reads while sipping on a caffeinated beverage. Not a spoiler free podcast (because it is impossible not to discuss spoilers for us...) Content warning: There will be some swearing and some explicit content depending on the subject of the book we are reviewing. Mature audiences only. Give us a follow on Instagram and TikTok @fullybookedcaffpod
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On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the psychological horror classic: The Shining. Tune in to hear us discuss all the reasons Jack is the worst husband ever, what we would do with a creepy child and the details that have led this movie to become a cult classic. We also dive into the drama between Stephen King and Stanley Kubrick upon this movie’s release. If you didn’t have this on your rewatch list for October, you need to check it out ASAP!CONTAINS SPOILERSMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the paranormal rom-com The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston. Heather and Kelsey are fighting! This was Heather’s pick but it ripped Kelsey’s heart out and left it on the ground - (don’t worry, the gals have already made up). Tune in to hear us discuss the layers of grief, the many reveals throughout the story and the real love story between a close-knit family. Don’t worry, we’ve got the supernatural element to tie it into the spooky season!CONTAINS SPOILERSMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
September’s Bookish Banter is here! As usual, we’re discussing our non-pod reads and new releases we’re excited about. Tune in to hear our opinions on this month’s book topic, all the new reality TV flooding our brains and some movies we finally got around to watching. Happy October!Suggestions for future episodes? Email us - fullybookedcaffpod@gmail.com !Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
On today’s episode, we’re reviewing Lone Women by Victor Lavalle. Tune in to hear us discuss the themes of acceptance, family, companionship, racism and, of course, the resilience and strength of these ‘Lone Women’. If you’re looking for historical fiction with a little supernatural edge and some very lovable women, this one is for you!CONTAINS SPOILERSMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the classic family movie: The Wizard of Oz. Tune in to hear us discuss Dorothy’s journey ‘home’, the wizard’s unorthodox way of ‘helping’, and who the real villain is in this story. If you’re expecting all sunshine and rainbows, don’t fret - we’re diving into the usual heavy topics symbolized in this classic film! Let us know if you’re enjoying this new series!CONTAINS SPOILERSMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
On today’s episode, we’re reviewing Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy. Tune in to hear us discuss the ‘mystery’ aspect, the atmospheric writing and the complex family dynamic. We’re also diving into the social commentary of parenting, grief, and climate change! We weren’t crazy about the plot on this one but the themes make it worth the discussion.CONTAINS SPOILERSMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
It’s time for August’s Bookish Banter! We’re both gushing about our (much anticipated) 5 star reads from this past month. Tune in to hear our opinions on a popular (and controversial?) book topic, our thoughts on a problematic new reality TV dating show and a potential new pop culture section: music we’re loving atm. Suggestions for future episodes? Email us - fullybookedcaffpod@gmail.com !Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
On today’s episode, we’re reviewing Tender is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica. Tune in to hear us discuss Marcos’ unfortunate family circumstances, his daily moral struggle, and how society’s new normal begins to filter into all aspects of his life. We’re also diving into the social commentary of dehumanization, questionable morality and, of course, capitalism! Check trigger warnings on this one because it gets super dark. CONTAINS SPOILERSMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
On today’s episode, Heather chose a classic movie for the girlies: The Devil Wears Prada. Tune in to hear us discuss the flawless casting, Andy’s fashion journey, and the truly heinous discussion of weight in almost every scene. Spoiler alert: this topic really got us fired up! Let us know if you’re enjoying this new seriesCONTAINS SPOILERSMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the best-selling magical realism novel: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. Tune in to hear us discuss Nora’s emotional growth, how we personally would feel in a midnight library and the importance of controlling your own happiness. This is one that will make you think and reflect.. and maybe give you a minor existential crisis.. but we enjoyed it! CONTAINS SPOILERSMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
July’s Bookish Banter is here! Kelsey had a very successful reading month, and Heather is still fully in her romance era. Tune in to hear which books we loved and which we definitely... didn’t. We’re also diving into our opinions on Love Island UK, Bachelor in Paradise and other reality TV that is taking over our lives! Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the final installment of the Hunger Games: Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins. We’re finally closing out the trilogy and it didn’t end on the best note. Tune in to hear us discuss the relationship dynamics between Katniss’ love triangle, how Peeta became the catalyst for an all-out war and how dystopian novels hit much differently in our current political climate. If you don’t see the similarities, you’re not paying attention! Make sure to go back and listen to Hunger Games (ep. 10) and Catching Fire (ep. 45) in our feed. CONTAINS SPOILERSMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
On today’s episode, we’re back with another book to movie adaptation - Bird Box. Tune in to hear us discuss the initial social media hype, the portrayal of mental health and the complications of motherhood in an apocalyptic world. We’re in agreement that Sandra Bullock is the best part of this movie. Let us know if you’re enjoying this new series!CONTAINS SPOILERSMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
Ahhh, it's our hundredth episode!! Thank you all for your support <3 On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the sapphic vampire novel: Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab. Tune in to hear us discuss the unique mix of genres, the rules of vampirism and the complex (and frustrating) undead gal who started it all! We’re diving into the underlying feminism, the themes of hunger and control, and identifying the real villain in this story. It’s a long read but it’s worth it! CONTAINS SPOILERSMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the YA romantasy novel: Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli. Tune in to hear us discuss the complicated love triangle, what makes Verity a better friend than Rune, and of course - the witchiness of it all! Definitely strong YA vibes but we still enjoyed this quick, entertaining read. CONTAINS SPOILERSMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
June’s Bookish Banter is here! Kelsey had a very rough reading month - dare I say, a reading slump? - while Heather is fully into her romantasy era! We also have some interesting book news to discuss. Apologies for the technical issues at the end there - we’re trying our best! Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the 2012 thriller: Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn. Tune in to hear us discuss the way this story breaks from a typical villain-hero structure, the levels of toxicity and the complicated portrayal of women. On the reread we had some issues, but still a solid favorite of ours!CONTAINS SPOILERSMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
On today’s episode, we’re bringing something new to your feed! It’s the first episode of our Book to Movie Adaptation reviews and we’re covering 10 Things I Hate About You. Tune in to hear us discuss the original feminist icon Kat, the complicated familial relationships and the way a soundtrack can make or break a film. We’re also gushing over (and missing) the beautiful and talented Heath Ledger. Let us know what you think of this new series!CONTAINS SPOILERSMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the brand-new thriller: This Book Will Bury Me by Ashley Winstead. Another repeat author for us! Tune in to hear us discuss the bumbling police force, Jane's grief journey and the amateur sleuthing of it all. This book also has some taboo topics thrown in that we weren't too happy about. Listen along - we're diving into it all! CONTAINS SPOILERSMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
It's time for May's Reading and Pop Culture Round-up! For non-pod reads this month: a few romances from Heather and a new horror favorite for Kelsey! Tune in to hear what else we were into for the month of May - as always, we’re diving into our TV binges and podcast recs. We're also covering the Fyre Fest 2.0 (book edition). CONTAINS SPOILERSMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!
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