Episodes

  • Episode 113: Book to Movie Adaptation - The Shining
    Oct 16 2025

    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!

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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Episode 112: The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston
    Oct 9 2025

    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!

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Episode 111: September Bookish Banter & More
    Oct 6 2025

    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!

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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 110: Lone Women by Victor Lavalle
    Sep 25 2025

    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!

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    1 hr
  • Episode 109: Book to Movie Adaptation - The Wizard of Oz
    Sep 18 2025

    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!

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Episode 108: Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy
    Sep 11 2025

    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.

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Episode 107: August Bookish Banter & More
    Sep 1 2025

    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.

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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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    59 mins
  • Episode 106: Tender is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica
    Aug 28 2025

    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.

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    1 hr and 10 mins