Episodes

  • Episode 122: Dead of Winter by Darcy Coates
    Dec 18 2025

    On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the claustrophobic winter slasher: Dead of Winter by Darcy Coates. Tune in to hear us discuss the author’s writing style, the butcher’s creativity, and the unlikable cast of characters. We’re no experts on psychopathy but we still had many opinions after the reveal!

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    58 mins
  • Episode 121: Book to Movie Adaptation - How the Grinch Stole Christmas
    Dec 11 2025

    On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the 2000 holiday classic: How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Tune in to hear us discuss our favorite moments from the movie, how Cindy is done dirty by the townsfolk, and, of course, Jim Carrey’s one-of-a-kind performance. We also get into the way celebrating Christmas is varied and personal, and the effects of capitalism on a holiday rooted in Christianity and divisiveness.

    Even if you don’t celebrate Christmas, this movie has enough humor to make it a must-watch!

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    Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Episode 120: One Day in December by Josie Silver
    Dec 4 2025

    On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the year-end appropriate romance: One Day in December by Josie Silver. Tune in to hear us discuss the truly awful male love interests, Sarah and Laurie’s evolving friendship, and Laurie’s character growth from start to finish. Full disclosure: the gals had very different opinions on this one! It’s very light on the spice so if spicy romance isn’t your thing, check this one out.

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    Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!

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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Episode 119: November Bookish Banter & More
    Dec 1 2025

    November’s Bookish Banter is here.. and that means Heather is fully immersed in Christmas romances! Tune in to hear our non-pod reads from this past month, the reality TV we’re binging and some very strong opinions on popular booktok books. Drop your Christmas book recs for us in the comments!

    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!

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    53 mins
  • Episode 118: 1984 by George Orwell
    Nov 20 2025

    On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the 1949 dystopian novel: 1984 by George Orwell. This was our first time reading this and oh boy, does it feel like the perfect time. Tune in to hear us discuss the fictional society’s rules and structure, the scariest parts of a totalitarian government and how this classic resonates with us today regarding sexuality, censorship, surveillance, brainwashing and immigration.

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    Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!

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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Episode 117: Book to Movie Adaptation - Cruel Intentions
    Nov 13 2025

    On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the 1999 teen drama: Cruel Intentions. Tune in to hear us discuss the nostalgic charm, the raunchy-for-its-time sexual plot and the problematic way the empowered women, gays, and POC are portrayed as villains. We also dive into a conspiracy theory which will make you view this movie in a whole new way.

    If you haven’t seen this one in a while, this is your sign to revisit it ASAP!

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    Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Episode 116: The Push by Ashley Audrain
    Nov 6 2025

    On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the psychological drama: The Push by Ashley Audrain. Tune in to hear us discuss the layers of complexity in Audrain’s writing, if the tension was as riveting as the book jacket suggested, and whether Blythe took things a bit too far. We’re also diving into the unspoken darkness of postpartum, the complications of motherhood and the weight of society’s expectations on women.

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    Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @fullybookedcaffpod. Thanks for listening!

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Episode 115: October Bookish Banter & More
    Nov 3 2025

    It’s time for October’s Bookish Banter! As usual, we’re starting with our non-pod reads before diving into this month’s book topic. Tune in to hear our opinions on some bingeable reality TV, a few recent scripted shows, and as a treat, Kelsey shares her latest music obsession - you’re going to want to hear this one for yourself. Also, leave a comment to be featured on next month’s Banter episode!

    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!

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    1 hr and 2 mins