Sydney Applegate
Talk Wordy
Welcome to TALK WORDY , where bestselling romance and fantasy author, Sydney Applegate, dives into the wonderfully chaotic world of books, TV, movies, and writing—with a healthy dose of humor and the occasional personal overshare. Whether you're a fellow word nerd or just here for the hot takes and plot twists, you're in the right place, so settle in as I talk wordy to you *wink*
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Sydney Applegate
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Sep 22, 2026
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Episodes
a therapist's view on contemporary romance - feat. amari nylix 12.05.2026 21:16
Hey y'all! This episode's a good one that spotlights romance author Amari Nylix (who is genuinely one of the sweetest guests to date)! It's chock full of insight, neurodiversity representation, and lots of love. Bonus points for all my Texas listeners as Amari and I chat about some of the real world locations she incorporates into her romance novels. Be sure to check her out at the links below, sh...
dark romance fit for the softies - feat. victoria lum 08.05.2026 16:50
Hey y'all! Welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy. Today, I'm reliving my chat with bestselling author Victoria Lum from back in February. Tune in to learn all about her approach to dark romance, her personality, and more. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&utm_source=qr 🩵 TikTok:...
ranking the star wars movies 05.05.2026 41:37
Hey y'all! Happy belated May the Fourth and happy Revenge of the Fifth! The Star Wars nerd in me finally broke free, took hold of the mic, and insisted on hosting a SOLO (pun intended) episode. Join me for a deep dive, franchise ranking, and a game of F Marry Kill with characters from the movies. And if you've yet to watch the saga, MAJOR SPOILERS AHEAD! Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded May 2026)....
happily ever afters and disney vacations - feat. melissa baldwin 01.05.2026 15:39
Hey y'all! Today's episode of Talk Wordy rewinds back to lovelit con in February where I got to sat down and chat with USA Today Bestselling Author, Melissa Baldwin, about her author journey, her heartwarming romance series, her newest release (which is out now!), and her love of Disney! We have so much fun together and she's truly a delight. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). WHERE T...
love is an open door (romance book) - feat. madi danielle 28.04.2026 21:02
Hey y'all, welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy! Today's episode, I got to chat with Madi Danielle all about her writing world in the realm of sports and cowboy romance as well as her upcoming projects. We had so much fun together and know that you'll love her energy. Be sure to check her out online and read her books. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME:...
I met the dancing with the stars cast!!! 24.04.2026 36:58
BACK ON THE MIC SOLO for this episode chatting all about my vip perfect 10 experience at the Dancing With The Stars tour stop in Irving! You guys, this was my super bowl, and I'm both so overwhelmed with joy and depressed that it's in the past. Enjoy my merch haul, story time, and (for my visual listeners) photos of my experience. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded April 2026).
genre blending and debut dreams coming true - feat. taylor epperson 21.04.2026 52:24
Hey everybody! Today's episode of Talk Wordy is one that I've been giddy about for quite some time, as I got to sit down and chat with Taylor Epperson! Her debut, SECOND TIME'S A CHARM, which is a cozy fantasy romcom is available NOW and one you won't want to skip. She's delightful, witty, kind, and brilliantly imaginative. Thanks for tuning in to the episode and be sure to subscribe to the pod an...
grown up book fairs and fools in love - feat. rachel lewis 17.04.2026 1:24:59
Hey y'all! Today's episode of Talk Wordy is one I've been so hyped about for so long and one of my longest to date (and that's what happen when you put two yappers together!). Meet Rachel Lewis: author of the Bardot Siblings series and the founder/creator of the Get Lit Grow Up Book Fair! Her books are full of warmth, big feelings, spice, and banter, and she as a person is absolutely hilarious. Yo...
adult summer camp? sign me up! - feat. k.l. parsons 14.04.2026 14:10
Hey y'all! For today's episode, I got to sit down with K.L. Parsons to talk about all things summer camp nostalgia and her newest romance release, CAPTURE MY FLAG, which is out now. She's such a breath of fresh air and this book is sure to be incredible. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&...
your new bookish emotional support lady - feat. allison raskin 08.04.2026 14:42
Hey y'all! Welcome or welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy with today's guest, Allison Raskin! As a member of my personal YouTuber Pantheon and now turned romcom writer, I had a blast chatting about all her latest endeavors both in the bookish side of things and all that she's up to in the mental health world. She's genuinely a delight, so settle in and enjoy. Thanks for tuning in! (Recor...
love is a drug - feat. alyssa burns 03.04.2026 33:27
Hey y'all! Thanks for tuning in to a very special author interview, where I had the pleasure of chatting with Alyssa Burns about her debut novel, THE LAST SPECIAL THING. Why is this so special, you may ask? She's one of the hot girls in my Hot Girls Who Write writers group! Cheers to the first of many friendly interviews with my incredible writing peers. Be sure to check out her bestselling novel...
we're all in this (the query trenches) together - feat. jasmine ahmad 31.03.2026 17:08
Hey everyone! Today's episode of Talk Wordy features the absolutely darling Jasmine Ahmad, author of BACK TO YOU and NOT FOR KEEPS! We had an absolute blast chatting about her books, her writing journey, and her latest (daunting) endeavor: the query trenches. Send her some good luck dust and some online love by streaming our episode together. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). 🌟 WH...
daddy is a state of mind - feat. daisy jane 27.03.2026 16:34
Hey everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy, with this episode's guest being the wonderful Daisy Jane. Her books are full of spice, small towns, and a flare for the taboo, and her newest release, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, is available now! Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&u...
genre hopping, but keep the smut - feat. e.l. lewis 24.03.2026 22:33
Welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy, with today's guest being the wonderful EL Lewis! Happy belated release day to PRETTY LITTLE PROMISES, and you guys, miss girl has cool things to share in this episode. You won't want to miss it. Thanks for tuning in and I'll see you in the next one! (Recorded February 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igs...
book writing is a marathon, not a sprint - feat. melissa whitney 20.03.2026 17:35
Hey everyone! Welcome back to Talk Wordy! Today's episode features the incredible Melissa Whitney as she gives us a little insight into her writing journey as a blind woman and how she crafts stories to spotlight disabled joy. She was so lovely to speak to, and her new release, THE RECOVERY RUN, is absolutely adorable. Go check her out, and thanks for tuning in! 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram:...
the rush of your first author event - feat. haley-grace mccormick 17.03.2026 28:55
Hi everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy! Today's episode is a live capture of debut author and media personality Haley-Grace McCormick on her FIRST EVER book tour stop (and author event in general). So honored to help be part of this milestone moment and chat about THE ENEMY OF TIME and her personal journey in media and in writing. Hope you love it, and thanks for tuning in! (Re...
netflix adaptations and what's next - feat. jennifer iacopelli 13.03.2026 22:13
Hey everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy! Today's episode had me in conversation with one of the nicest writers I've met, and she quickly became a bucket list guest after I started watching the netflix adaptation of her book, FINDING HER EDGE. Have you watched it yet? And don't forget that her newest release, GAME SET MATCH, is out NOW! Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2...
theater kids grow up to be romance authors - feat. falon ballard 10.03.2026 20:32
Hey everyone and welcome to SEASON TWO of Talk Wordy! 30 episodes down and so many more to come! We're kicking off season two strong with a guest interview episode featuring the USA today bestselling author of several rom-coms and her newest romantasy, SOMETHING WICKED: Falon Ballard! Her newest release, TOE TO TOE, is officially out now and available wherever books are sold (link down below)! We...
writing nostalgic college romance - feat. max monroe 06.03.2026 47:17
Hey everybody! Welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy. Today's episode, I got to chat with the New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author duo, Max Monroe, all about the third book in the Dickson University series, what they've been watching, upcoming projects, and more! It was the perfect way to wrap up season 1 of TW (can't believe it!), and I'm so grateful for all of you tuning in. S...
single parent sports romance? say less! - feat. piper rayne 03.03.2026 37:46
Hi everyone and welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy! Today's episode puts author duo Piper Rayne in the spotlight as they share all about their partnership, their latest book THE HOTSHOT! You won't want to miss out on all the banter, book recs, and secrets for what's next for them. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.c...
loved heated rivalry? here's your next romance read - feat. sara cate 24.02.2026 30:20
New episode! YAY! Welcome back to Talk Wordy, and for today's episode, I got to sit down and talk with the legenday Sara Cate about her newest release PROMISE ME, her extensive writing career, and where her stories stack up amongst each other superlatives wise. You might know her best from her Salacious Players Club series, but trust me when I tell you, you'll want to read her entire catalog. Than...
my most anticipated 2026 book releases 17.02.2026 23:22
Hey y'all! Welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy! Today, the episode will cover all the book coming out in 2026 that I have on my personal radar. Notice something missing from my list? Suggest a 2026 book recommendation of your own over on Instagram or in the comments! Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded January 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorsydneya...
self help meets smutty romance - feat. vanessa zian 10.02.2026 47:57
Hey there! Today's episode of Talk Wordy was full of laughs, going down memory land, and chatting all things therapy and romance with bestselling author Vanessa Zian! It was so fascinating to pick her brain about juggling two careers, weaving her work as a therapist into her romance novels, and turning a dream of writing books into a reality. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded January 2025)
meeting my bookish heroes (feat. a special announcement) 03.02.2026 44:14
Today's episode of Talk Wordy covers nearly every detail of my trip to Lark and Owl books to see Christine Riccio on her tour stop for THIRTY FLIRTY AND FOREVER ALONE. My friends and I have watched Christine and Natasha for over a decade and they proved to be some of the nicest and most high energy people out there. Nothing but love and compliments! Tune in for a full story time and stay until the...
pop culture catch-up january 2026 01.02.2026 26:03
Podcast all the time, Pop Culture Catch-up occasionally! Welcome back to Talk Wordy, my hub for all the words I read, write, or otherwise want to yap about! This episode kicks off a new, recurring series that all be doing monthly called POP CULTURE CATCH-UP! At the end of each month, I'll share everything I've gleaned from the bookish, movie, tv, and music world so that if you missed anything (or...
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