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April’s Bookish Banter is here! Tune in to hear our non-pod reads from this past month and our TV obsessions (Survivor, Temptation Island, Love Overboard, Million Dollar Secret, etc). We’ve also got a lot of book news and some documentary recommendations! Suggestions for future episodes? Email us! fullybookedcaffpod@gmail.com Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on...

On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the much anticipated: Cursed Daughters by Oyinkan Braithwaite. Tune in to hear us discuss the controversial curse, the numerous romantic relationships and the close knit family of women. We’re also diving into the themes of autonomy and reincarnation. CONTAINS SPOILERS Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @...

On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the historical fiction novel: The Spectacular by Fiona Davis. Tune in to hear us discuss the Rockettes’ imagery, the based-on-true-events thriller, and the subtle love story. We’re also diving into the misogyny and double standards through the 1950s lens. CONTAINS SPOILERS Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagr...

On today’s book to movie adaptation, we’re reviewing the 1999 David Fincher film: Fight Club. Tune in to hear us discuss the BIG TWIST, the amazing performances and the cultural impact we’re still seeing today. We’re also diving into the capitalism, the healthcare aspect and the toxic masculinity of it all! CONTAINS SPOILERS Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on T...

It’s time for March’s Bookish Banter! Tune in to hear our non-pod reads from this past month (a couple 5-star ratings!) and our TV obsessions (The Pitt, Bridgerton, Secret Lives of Mormon Wives). We’ve also got a lot of book news and some updates from last month’s Bookish Banter. Suggestions for future episodes? Email us! fullybookedcaffpod@gmail.com Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the...

On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the 1995 dystopian novel: I Who Have Never Known Men by: Jacqueline Harpman. Tune in to hear us discuss the makeshift society, the different levels of imprisonment and the infinite number of unanswered questions. We’re also diving into the importance of expression and companionship. This book should be required reading in our humble opinion so check it out, then...

On today’s book to movie adaptation, we’re reviewing the Netflix Thriller: The Woman in Cabin 10. Tune in to hear us discuss the insane yacht setting, the questionable acting, and the main differences between book and movie. We have questions for Keira Knightley after watching this one! CONTAINS SPOILERS Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok and Instagram @...

On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the Reese’s 2025 Book Club pick: Spectacular Things by Beck Dorey-Stein. Tune in to hear us discuss the bonds of sisterhood, Mia and Cricket’s responsibilities to their family and the way soccer becomes the motivating factor behind every decision in this story. We’re also getting into the complications of being an older sister and the pressure that comes with be...

February’s Bookish Banter is here! Tune in to hear our non-pod reads from this past month and our TV obsessions (Love is Blind, Love Island, the Olympics). We’re also discussing the dangers of AI in the book world and 2 of Kelsey’s highly anticipated 2026 releases. Suggestions for future episodes? Email us! fullybookedcaffpod@gmail.com Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and fol...

On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the sports romance that is taking the internet by storm: Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid. Tune in to hear us discuss Ilya’s character growth, the boys’ contrasting backgrounds and some of the more pivotal spicy scenes. We’re also getting into the importance of having a gay romance in today’s political landscape and the controversy behind straight authors writing q...

On today’s book to movie adaptation, we’re reviewing the classic rom-com: Bridget Jones’s Diary. Tune in to hear us discuss Bridget’s chemistry with her love interests, the quirky situations she gets into, and how we felt watching this for the very first time. We’re also talking A LOT about weight so listen with caution! CONTAINS SPOILERS Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and...

On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the recently screen-adapted thriller: His & Hers by Alice Feeney. Tune in to hear us discuss the different POVs, the lack of likable or redeemable characters, and, of course, the twists that kept on coming. The gals are disagreeing again! Let us know what you thought of this book (and the episode)! CONTAINS SPOILERS **We don’t normally do trigger warnings, b...

It’s time for January’s Bookish Banter! Tune in to hear our non-pod reads from this past month and our TV obsessions (Traitors, obviously). We’re also getting into some very random book news and our opinion on the newly released movie: The Housemaid. Suggestions for future episodes? Email us! fullybookedcaffpod@gmail.com Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTo...

In case you missed it, we covered this wildly popular thriller back on episode 23! Recently we took a podcast field trip to see the movie adaptation, and we had so much fun. Forgive us for the sound quality, we've come a long way since Episode 23! CONTAINS SPOILERS 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 sci-fi thriller: Dark Matter by Blake Crouch. Tune in to hear us discuss the concept of the multiverses, the dichotomy between free will and destiny, and Jason’s journey through the unknown. This was our first dive into this level of science fiction and we enjoyed it! CONTAINS SPOILERS Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on T...

On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the newly released rom-com: People We Meet on Vacation. Tune in to hear us discuss the differences between the book and movie, the romantic chemistry between our 2 main characters, and how this feels like the resurgence of the classic rom-com. We also dive into what scenes we wished made it into the movie and the author's reaction to its release. CONTAINS SPOILE...

On today’s episode, we’re reviewing the soon-to-be Netflix rom-com: People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry. Tune in to hear us discuss the comedy aspect of this rom-com, the familiar romance tropes that are covered, and the quirky, lovable families surrounding our main characters. We also get into our jealousy over Poppy’s job and our favorite vacations! CONTAINS SPOILERS Make sure to rate, rev...

2025 Year-end Recap! We’re recapping the podcast specific highlights - favorite, least favorite, most surprising, etc. and then diving into our non-pod favorites from this year. If you’re looking for book recs, check this episode out! 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 Instagr...

It’s time for December’s Bookish Banter! Tune in to hear about our non-pod reads from this past month - for Heather, it’s an abundance of Christmas romances, and Kelsey is finally catching up on some much-needed reading in between her Christmas horror movies. We also have some very strong opinions on reading goals and “hustle culture”. Check back next week for our year-end recap! Suggestions for f...

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! CONTAINS SPOILERS Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast and follow us on TikTok...

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 div...

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, che...

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...

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 i...

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 t...