Book Cougars Podcast: Two Middle-Aged Women on the Hunt for a Good Read
Book CougarsChris and Emily discuss books and literary adventures
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 256 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArts | |||
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Welcome to Episode 256 featuring our Author Spotlight with biographer Sara Catterall! Sara’s new book, AMELIA BLOOMER: Journalist, Suffragist, Anti-Fashion Icon, was on Chris’s Top Ten list, and Emily was so into it that she cried at the end. We thin... more
Welcome to Episode 255, where we dig into talking about FRANKENSTEIN by Mary Shelley! We also discuss two adaptations that we’ve watched. We both plan to watch more adaptations and remain fascinated by Shelley and her work, so we are not done with FR... more
Welcome to Episode 254! We are so excited to welcome Tiya Miles to the podcast to discuss her most recent book, NIGHT FLYER: Harriet Tubman and the Faith Dreams of a Free People. Don’t miss our conversation, which immediately follows our regular segm... more
Welcome to Episode 247! Can you believe it is already time to share our annual Holiday Gift Ideas?? Each year, starting with Episode 2 back in 2016, we share some bookish (or biblioadventuring) gifts. We hope you benefit from these in the form of pre... more
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They discuss books I wouldn’t have known about otherwise, including classics and « backlist » titles.
Apple Podcasts5TO~JK
Canada2 years ago - My favorite podcast!
My favorite podcast! Thoughtful reviews, excellent interviews, and great thoughts on the reading life.
Apple Podcasts5ESnow1126
United States3 years ago - Top of the list
I listen to several podcasts but this is one of only two or three that I actually look forward to. I always come away with a better appreciation of an author or a new title (or more) to check out.
Keep up the great work!
Apple Podcasts5Twofer6United States3 years ago - I love this podcast!
Chris and Emily are so fun, interesting and real. I love all the laughing, the intelligent conversation, book jaunt ideas and events, and the lack of pretense. I can’t believe it took me so long to discover what has become my favorite podcast!
Apple Podcasts5Andrea G 2727United States3 years ago - So great!
I absolutely love this show! Every episode is engaging and fun, and I always walk away with a longer reading list than I came with. Don't miss it!
Apple Podcasts5Arlie KUnited States5 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #146 | United States/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #97 |  South Africa/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #240 |  New Zealand/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #250 | South Africa/Arts |
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Two midlife hosts share a car‑ride vibe of enthusiastic, wide‑ranging book talk, blending personal reading journeys with author spotlights, readalongs, and book‑culture road trips. Episodes frequently feature lively recommendations, interviews or author insights, and a strong emphasis on community, libraries, and literary adventures across both classic and contemporary titles. A recurring strength is the warm, approachable banter that makes deep dives into books feel like chatting with friends, with notable moments around readalong projects, traveling to events, and exploring the process behind biography and literary history. Potential listeners can expect thoughtful discussions, broad reading tastes, and plenty of practical book suggestion... more
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