The Books We Loved Podcast
1) Heated Rivalries Readlikes!
Today the ladies discussed readalikes for the show (and book!) everyone is talking about: Heated Rivalries. Titles discussed include: Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benja...Show More
2) BONUS: K-Pop Demon Hunters inspired reads
Due to the recent success of the film, K-Pop Demon Hunters, the gals thought it was high time to offer our listeners some K-Pop inspired reading recs! Buckle up, buttercups, and be prepared to impress...Show More
3) So long, 2025--these were our favs!
The girls round out the year by sharing their personal favorite reads of 2025. See below for the booklist. Olivia's recs: Atmosphere, Taylor Jenkins Reid Heart the Lover, Lily King The Loneliness o...Show More
4) BONUS: Rob Reiner remembered
Today Olivia and Manda reflect on the cinematic gifts left to the world by the genius, Rob Reiner. Along with each movie mentioned, the girls offer book recs for your reading delight (list below). Hap...Show More
5) The Great(?) Gatsby
Today the gals are joined by fellow TPL staffer, Hannah, for a discussion of every high school's favorite assigned book, The Great Gatsby. O
6) Gift giving recs
Looking for some great gift ideas? You've come to the right place! The girls share ideas for all ages, babies to adults. In case you were walking/driving/jogging and couldn't write down the titles, th...Show More
7) Agatha Christie's The Body in the Library
Today the gals dig into Agatha Christie's novel, The Body in the Library--the second book to feature beloved sleuth extraordinaire, Ms. Marple!
8) BONUS: reader recs just in time for turkey!
Today's quick episode is in response to a request from our listener, Eliza. Don't forget, if you would like us to give you recommendations, shoot us an email at: podcast@troypl.org If You Lived Durin...Show More
9) Fun Home
Fellow TPL staffer, Kit, will be joining the girls today to discuss Alison Bechdel's, Fun Home: a family tragicomic, a graphic memoir.
10) BONUS: 1999's The Mummy
In honor of Halloween, the gals are joined by Director, Emily Dumas, to discuss 1999's The Mummy starring Brendan Frasier and Rachel Weiss. Enjoy this spoooooky episode!