Janine Between the Lines: literature & lifestyle for leisure

This week's episode is a fun swirl of a book review, a podcast crush, and a listener Q &A that sparked a healthy, fun conversation. A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman is discussed in relation to the topic of personality types and compatibility. This was further exemplified by the wonderful Brené Brown's "Unlocking Us" podcast episode with Drs. John and Julie Gottman on What Makes Love Last. T...

The host is a lucky gal to have a best friend that has stuck by her side for over 11 years... and now you guys get to meet her too. In today's episode, the host gives a life update and then has a rewarding "My First Time" questionnaire with her BFF, Abby Galang. Get to know the two more intimately, as they dive in to topics like their first CDs and mixtapes, first house parties, and even a light,...

In today's episode, the host reviews two books that have occupied her leisurely reading time these past few weeks, namely Lone Wolf and Cub by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima and Kick It Under the Fridge by Ken Ciccoli. In an attempt to be more concise, the host has began a new version of episodes called Rapid Reviews! Rapid Reviews will mainly consists of mini book reviews condensed into a single e...

Today's comeback episode is a long awaited OTT (Off Topic Times) with one of the host's favorite people on this earth. The host and guest get into the new year tradition discussing 2021 goals, new transformations, and mediocre but entertainingly genuine relationship advice via the r/relationshipadvice thread on Reddit, in honor of the late Valentine's Day episode which wasn't posted due to technic...

 Today’s episode features one of my best friends and mentors, Dr. Jordan Porter. Together we talk on subjects like religion and culture and how it affects our personal and professional lives. The conversation also is steered towards anti-LGBTQ acceptance and our tumultuous social climate. Stay tuned for more (erratic) episodes, and thank you guys so much for sticking around this long!

The host's background in nursing made her feel a little gratified to speak on this topic so... In today's episode, she strayed away from the books and invited a few of her friends and family to speak on the pandemic and their firsthand experiences as healthcare workers. This one has been a long time coming, and an OTT update is coming very soon! Small disclaimer: this episode has been a draft sinc...

The host goes balls deep in the 953 page chonk of a novel 1Q84 by Haruki Murakami and examines the author’s take on issues such as bullying, self defense, and the sound of silence. Heavy and squeezy hugs to those who are listening, and stay tuned for more episodes as this book progresses! Don’t forget to follow and tweet @JanineBTL about what you thought about the episode 🗣 happy reading!

The host recruits a friend (self declared mini-me) and visionary to the show to give her take on minimalism, inspired by the documentary Minimalism by Joshua Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus. This episode touches on how “things” influence our way of life, the roots of where we develop attachments to certain materials and keepsakes, and a few music faves here and there. Listen, share, comment, send us a...

Today’s episode is inspired by Katy and Jon on YouTube and their first podcast about their 2020 goals! Joined by her beloved brothers, the host and guests talk about what is to come in 2020, things they want to change, and a special guest appearance of canine flatulence. Thanks for sticking around with us this past year, like and follow and share Janine Between The Lines for more!

The host is back with an episode briefly discussing her thoughts on Divide Me By Zero by Lara Vapnyar, with hot topics touching on the crazy things we do for attention and why settling isn't the worst thing to do... maybe. Stay tuned for hopefully more consistent content and impeccable music recommendations in the near future. Like, comment, share and subscribe to Janine Between the Lines and foll...

How’s about a fun, new version of OTT’s? But basically in a car. This episode is perfect for a quick listen for a short commute, a tiny stroll, or finishing up that load of laundry you have had shoved in the corner or your carpeted room for the past 11 days. The host rambles about things she has an affinity for after finally watching the final installment of #TheAvengers. Do you share any of these...

A loving hello again from your humble and absent-for-the-past-few-months host, back with an episode about Lover by Anna Raverat. The host discusses her thoughts on loyalty and cheating in marriages and relationships in her typical roundabout way, and updates her lovely followers on the songs she's been digging these past few weeks. It's wonderful to be back. Next episode will be about The Witch El...

Today’s episode is brought to you sponsored in part by Five Guys and discounted wine from Publix (I wish). The host is in a weirdo mood and brought on another close friend in her new city to talk about work, life, and things people do that make them hard passes. Send voice messages on your takes of what we talk about and be featured in the next OTT! Like, comment, share, rate, and review this podc...

The host starts off 2019 talking about a classic horror novel with another older brother of hers! Listen in to see our attitudes towards vampires, the entity of evil, and a fun game to end the episode. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @JanineBTL, and rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts! 🍎 Thank you so much for listening, and here’s to a productive and amazing new year!

An annoyingly breathy OTT from yours truly. The host goes through a dilemma at work and attempts a shorter episode inspired by the Excuse My African podcast (and epically failed). Rate, review and subscribe to Janine Between The Lines now on Apple Podcasts! Also follow on Twitter at @JanineBTL for more podcasty updates.

The host is back from the dead with some words about a fella who technically wasn’t able to die. Listen along as she goes over the quotes that made her a little bit riled. Go check out The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde, and go pick up Salem’s Lot by Stephen King to be prepared for the next book series, if you dare!

A quick hello & announcement from the host as she tried to sort out her life appropriately. Thank you for staying tuned and for your continued support of the podcast!

The host has the opportunity to record a laidback OTT with one of her two siblings, Joseph Jimenez. The two try their hand at a 99 question sibling tag that may or may not be a huge waste of time... but an entertaining one, nonetheless.

In the second installment of this month's We The Animals series, the host happily introduces her second esteemed guest to the podcast! Roxanne Lim (the beautiful New York native who is slowly taking over the world, one project at a time) discusses her experiences regarding Spam, the warped fetishization of queer relationships in mainstream media, and an in depth reflection on her trials and triump...

The host begins her discussion of Justin Torres' We The Animals! Tune in for mildly enticing talks about being the youngest sibling, growing up a minority, and whether or not procreation is the best thing for anyone at this moment in time. If you enjoyed this episode, follow the host for the next installment covering Chapters 7 through 14 as she brings on a new and exciting special guest. Reading...

Today's Off Topic Time starts with the graduation story we lost to the virtual galaxy that is the world wide web, the host's goals and aspirations for the rest of the year, and some plans for the future of the podcast. Listen in for more nonsense and a few musical favorites, as well. 🗣 JOIN THE HOST AND OTHER LISTENERS IN READING & DISCUSSING WE THE ANIMALS BY JUSTIN TORRES. FIRST EPISODE ABOUT TH...

The host concludes this literary classic with allergy-induced snifflies and emotionally charged talks about dealing with your first love, perfecting your craft, and coming to terms with certain instances of loss and defeat. Coupled with a few listener rebuttals and responses, this is an episode you will not want to miss.

A special kind of episode new to Janine Between The Lines... the first ever OTT (Off Topic Times) of the series! The host takes on topics such as how it feels to be a college graduate, things that irk her, and exciting, secretive podcast plans with a special, beautiful guest.

The first dive into literature discussing portrayals of feminism and the transformation of gender roles in this 1868 classic. What can this seemingly boring summer reading novel teach us in a society that rejects tradition and "outdated" ways of living and learning? A question the host asks, as she steels herself to tackle this book with eyes, mind, and heart open and afresh.

As the pilot episode, Janine provides an introduction and inspirations behind the podcast start up, what to expect, random ramblings, and some very interesting facts about herself.