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 | 814 | Founded | 13 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsBooksComedy | |||
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In the not-so-distant future, Andy Weir will write a novel about a Competent Man getting into trouble and then getting himself out. Then it will be made into a major motion picture starring a relatively bankable movie star. Then Overdue will (probabl... more
To celebrate this year's Children's Book Week, we're discussing the work of children's author and illustrator Eric Carle, whose colorful art and innovative prints have delighted our children (and us!) for years. Since they're each pretty short we dec... more
Around 25 minutes into this episode, Andrew and Craig take a mysterious elixir that turns them into younger versions of themselves with worse microphones and less research under their belts. Oh no! I hope they can find the ingredients to turn themsel... more
For this show-within-a-show, Craig and Andrew learned about the world of Middle-Earth by reading J.R.R. Tolkien's posthumously published legendarium THE SILMARILLION. This episode posted first for our Patreon supporters in June 2025. If you want to h... more
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- Uncharitable
These gentlemen do a great job when the discussion is focused on the book. They lose their appeal when they spend an inordinate amount of time disparaging the author. So much of the Ender’s Game episode
was the hosts expressing their contempt and disdain for Orson Scott Card. To say they disagreed with the author’s politics and move on would have sufficed. Instead they pronounced Card a bad person and encouraged readers to not financially support him. At the time of listening, I did not realize... more
Apple Podcasts2Dill Dog 703
United Statesa month ago - Lip smacking
Only play this podcast if you enjoy lip smacking, voice grinding, and snarky up speak with no point.
Apple Podcasts1DanielBarnes22United Statesa month ago - Ads galore
7 minutes of ads before the show even starts is a bit much. Also they spend way too much time on the plot and not much on review or analysis. The hosts are likeable and I find them funny so not all bad
Apple Podcasts3AustinYoozcheckUnited States3 months ago - I don’t get it
I totally don’t get the format of this show. So I was intrigued to see your review of the god of small things. So let me get this straight, only one person explains it? Are all your podcasts like this? So bizarre. Too much chatter just get to the review.
Apple Podcasts1billie jane not jeanUnited States3 months ago - Ignorance is bliss?
Do these guys read? I’m certain I had a better comprehension of literature in elementary school than these adults. Their take on The Sound and the Fury is a prime example of their foolishness. Every time I forget why I unsubscribed, I listen to an episode and quickly remember.
Apple Podcasts1P J PrillUnited States6 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #29 | United States/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #80 | United States/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #50 |  Canada/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #61 |  United Kingdom/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #148 | Canada/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #177 | United Kingdom/Arts |
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What is Overdue about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A weekly exploration of literature where the hosts tackle a diverse range of books, from classics to less well-known titles, making the literary world accessible and entertaining for their listeners. With a blend of humor and insightful commentary, each episode features discussions about the themes, authors, and significant details of the works, as well as personal anecdotes and reflections, creating a warm, relatable atmosphere. The podcast stands out for its engaging and often funny take on reading, highlighting both celebrated and obscure works across various genres, effectively enriching the listening experience for book lovers.
Listeners can expect a lighthearted approach that not only prompts them to consider their own reading lists b... more
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