Mean Book Club
Mean Book ClubMean Book Club the Podcast: Four ladies (UCB-NY, BuzzFeed, College Humor, Impractical Jokers) read, discuss & make fun of NYT bestselling books with little literary merit. It's fun. It's cathartic. It's perfect for your commute?New podcast every Tuesday!Become a supporter of this podcast: www.spreaker.com/podcast/mean-book-club--3199521/support.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 192 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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A lost grandson, a talking octopus, and a new unholy alliance between hosts!? This week we read Remarkably Bright Creatures and is was remarkably bad.
Mean Book Club is four ladies (UCB, BuzzFeed, College Humor, Impractical Jokers) who read, discuss... more
This week we have a MASSIVE episode filled with lame powers, daddy issues, and a whole lotta YA yearning. This week we read Powerless by Lauren Roberts and despite it's best efforts, it's not The Hunger Games.
Mean Book Club is four ladies (UCB, Buz... more
Ivy league frats, magical pencil pushers, and an ALL NEW SEGMENT OF THE POD!? This week we read "Ninth House" by Leigh Bardugo and it was a doozy.
Mean Book Club is four ladies (UCB, BuzzFeed, College Humor, Impractical Jokers) who read, discuss and... more
Looking for the hottest MM, enemies-to-lovers book about hockey that inspired a hit Netflix show? Well we've got you covered! This week we read "Heated Rivalry" by Rachel Reid and it everything we had hoped and so much more. Like, way more. Maybe mor... more
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- Mostly funny
Generally funny and enjoyable, but their uber liberalism is so 🙄🙄🙄
Apple Podcasts3Merci beaucoup
United States2 months ago - Smart, funny and bold!
So glad I found this. They’re so real, bold and I get a lot out of the book discussions. Hilarious and insightful Overall I love listening to their banter and joking on each other.
Apple Podcasts4The Real Mr. 305United States3 months ago - Johnna is the best
Absolutely a great podcast in every way shape and form, but Johnna is the best and the fact that she wins little ****er of the cast so much is crime.
Apple Podcasts5Naomi P. LUnited States6 months ago - Awful pod tbh
Uneducated and a bit racist judging from seven husbands ep…
Apple Podcasts1Caitlinc23
United Kingdom9 months ago - A pod for unserious readers
Taylor Jenkins Reid they could never make me hate you. 10/10 podcast, I look forward to each episode.
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Apple Podcasts | #205 | United States/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #170 | United Kingdom/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #89 |  Philippines/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #168 | Philippines/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #242 |  Saudi Arabia/Arts/Books |
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What is Mean Book Club about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show leverages irreverent, humorous book discussions led by a tight-knit quartet of women who roast popular NYT bestsellers while offering sharp commentary and banter. Episodes frequently mix candid reactions, witty jabs, and surprisingly thoughtfultakes on themes, character choices, and cultural context, often inviting diverse guests to broaden the conversation. Listeners are drawn to the camaraderie, fast-paced humor, and fearless critique of books that may not be literary heavyweights but spark lively dialogue. A standout element is the dynamic between hosts—their quick wits and chemistry make the format feel like a playful book club with a healthy dose of snark—and the show maintains a consistent, entertaining voice that appeals to... more
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Recent guests on Mean Book Club include:
1. James Coker
2. Jonathan Fernandez
3. Raúl Esparza
4. David Joseph Craig
5. Colin O'Brien
6. Michael Wolf
7. Emily Fidago
8. Blake Opper
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