Overdue
HeadgumOverdue is a podcast about the books you've been meaning to read. Join Andrew and Craig each week as they tackle a new title from their backlog. Classic literature, obscure plays, goofy childen’s books: they'll read it all, one overdue book at a time.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 835 | Founded | 14 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsComedy | |||
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This classic of twentieth-century Australian literature isn't a Whodunnit. It isn't a Howdunnit. It's barely a dunnit at all. It's a certifiable Whahappen??
This episode is sponsored by Squarespace. Go to squarespace.com/overdue for 10% of your fir... more
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For this new show-within-a-show, Andrew and Craig will learn all about The Chronicles of Prydain by Lloyd Alexander. We'll read the five books in this classic children's fantasy series, then close out with an extra episode on the Disney adaptation Th... more
This is a book about what happens when a formerly tight-knight group of longtime friends rents a house in the woods for a week. Having to deal with your friends' significant others is one possible hazard; having to deal with a decade's worth of pent-... more
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- Great podcast
This is just super fun to listen to. they’re long time friends who are funny together in a low-key, goofy way. they read a really wide range of books w curiosity and humor whether they’re actually good or not, or “good literature” or not.
Also, the fact that this is a podcast where 2 guys reviewed multiple Babysitters Club books and took them seriously as narratives 100% sold me. I didn’t know how much I needed that in my life:)
Apple Podcasts5Medlib26
United States14 days ago - The Best Podcast Period.
all boys are interesting but i like these two in particular. I’ve been listening to this podcast since 2021 and I sincerely wish I had started listening earlier. I love Overdue so much. No other podcast brings such joy to me about books and makes me laugh like Craig and Andrew. I listen to this podcast everyday and re-listen to older episodes. It’s probably parasocial of me but I don’t care, I LOVE this podcast, 5 STARS!!!
Apple Podcasts5Danny ShayUnited States18 days ago excellent pod. these guys are great
Podcast Addict5a month agochipm4b- Best book podcast
I love overdue and have for years! They have such a backlog that when you finish a book there is almost always an episode to listen to!
Apple Podcasts5KismetmanUnited States2 months ago - Great book pod!
As someone who studied English lit, I really like this podcast! I like that Andrew and Craig summarize and give their thoughts on each book while also providing background info on each author/sharing info about film adaptations/etc. They also choose a wide range of books/genres to discuss, and include more recent publications in their catalog along with some classics. It feels like I’m sitting in on a bookclub between friends! They also publish their monthly reading schedule on the Overdue websi... more
Apple Podcasts5Love to read :)United States3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #33 | United States/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #104 | United States/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #30 |  Canada/Arts/Books |
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Apple Podcasts | #119 |  United Kingdom/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #52 |  Australia/Arts/Books |
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Two hosts discuss a wide range of books—from classics and literary fiction to genre-benders and modern re-visions—blending thoughtful analysis with personal banter. Episodes often cover narrative structure, author background, adaptations, and cultural context, sometimes layering in censorship debates, publication histories, and related media. Occasional guests bring disciplinary perspectives, while sponsor reads and light-hearted banter keep the conversations accessible and entertaining. The format tends to reward listeners who enjoy high-level overviews, background anecdotes, and a book-club vibe rather than rigid, point-by-point plot summaries. A notable strength is the duo's ability to connect disparate works through theme, history, and ... more
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2. Emily Wilson
3. Mandy Moore
4. Sterling K. Brown
5. Chris Sullivan
6. Ferdia Lennon
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