
Join Becca Freeman and Olivia Muenter every Wednesday for a dose of books and banter, along with interviews with women who inspire us.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 394 | Founded | 8 years ago | 
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsBooksSociety & Culture  | |||

We can't wait to discuss our October Book Club Pick, Heart The Lover by Lily King! We're talking about Lily King's favorite shape (the triangle!), the surprising crossover with Writers & Lovers, crying on airplanes, male friendship, and so much more.... more
This week, we're chatting with 4 debut authors about their experience bringing a book into the world in 2025! They share the pitch for their book and what surprised them about their debut experience.
Our debut authors & their books!
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We're so excited for you to hear our conversation with Nic Stone! We chat with Nic about her author origin story, why she made the jump from YA to adult with her (very!) adult debut Boom Town, writing off her strip club visits for research, and more!... more
This week, we're sharing an inside look at our reading habits! We dive into how we choose what to read, our favorite times to read, who we talk about books with IRL, our rules of thumb for DNF-ing, and more!
Becca's TBR - The Ten Year Affair by Eri... more
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Former Claire & Erica listener turned Bad on Paper fan! Love, love this podcast. It’s like having a chat with your besties and just gives all the feel-good vibes. Definitely a happiness booster. I love the highs and lows, makes these two so relatable. And the BOOKS! As an avid reader, the best part is all the amazing book reading content. Thanks for this wonderful listening content Becca & Olivia!
Every week I look forward to whatever Becca and Olivia have to share. It’s the only podcast I listen to consistently each week. It’s a good blend of content from bookish and writing to shopping and pop culture. Can’t wait to hear what’s next!
This is my favorite podcast. It’s like catching up with friends. I actually listen to episodes multiple times as a comfort listen or background listen. Olivia is my favorite! So funny and cool and relatable!
I’ve been listening to Bad on Paper for a few years now, and it’s hands down my absolute favorite podcast. It’s the perfect mix of book talk, lifestyle content, and pop culture. I always look forward to the new episodes every Wednesday.
I especially love listening while I’m cooking — it’s engaging without being too intense, and calming without ever feeling boring.
Huge thanks to Olivia and Becca for all the hard work, thoughtfulness, and consistency you bring to the show!
Becca and Olivia are the book friends everyone needs. Just listening to their loves and books they’ve enjoyed is so refreshing each week.
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A vibrant discussion about the intersections of literature, lifestyle, and personal experiences unfolds across episodes, featuring compelling book recommendations and relatable anecdotes. Notably, the content combines deep dives into specific novels with broader themes of personal growth, comparison, and competition, appealing to listeners who enjoy literature and seek connection through shared experiences. Unique segments such as book clubs and discussions on pop culture trends add variety, making it both an engaging and comforting listen for book lovers and casual listeners alike.
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Recent guests on Bad On Paper include:
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