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Reading Smut is a show about spicy books and the people who love them! Join hosts Brea Grant and Mallory O'Meara as they explore the world of romance and erotica. In each episode, they discuss a sexy title or dive into a hot topic from the world of horny literature. What’s so appealing about enemies to lovers? How come the smartest people you know are reading the dirtiest books? And why are reader... more

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Recent Guests

Anthony Cousins
Filmmaker behind Frogman and Kentucky Goblins
Episode: BONUS - Most Bangable Creatures Vol.3 - Green Edition with Anthony Cousins and Vincente DiSanti!
Vincente DiSanti
Filmmaker behind the Never Hike Alone fan-film series
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Episode: BONUS - Most Bangable Creatures Vol.3 - Green Edition with Anthony Cousins and Vincente DiSanti!
Amanda Mortlock
Author of Bride
Author, Bride series
Episode: Ep 52 - Not Knots and Then Knot Knots - Bride with Amanda Mortlock!
Elizabeth Held
Romance expert and author of Romancelandia
Romancelandia (book)
Episode: The Spicy Legacy of 50 Shades of Grey with Elizabeth Held
Alyssa Mullett
writer, entrepreneur, professional coach
Good Girl Deconstructed
Episode: Smut is the Antidote to Purity Culture + Alyssa Mullett!
Lola Blanc
Filmmaker, musician, actor and podcaster
Self
Episode: Gimme Those Ridges - Ice Planet Barbarians with Lola Blanc!
Denise Williams
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Author Denise Williams
Episode: Finding Yourself in Romance with Denise Williams!
Amy Spalding
Author of In Her Spotlight
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Episode: Org*sms & Self Enlightenment - Second Chance Romances with Amy Spalding!
Jen Yamato
Journalist, guest on Lights Out discussion
Various media outlets
Episode: Fantasy of Competence - Lights Out with Jen Yamato and Kara Warner!

Hosts

Mallory O'Meara
Brea Grant

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 651 ratings
  • Unlike their other podcast, Reading Glasses, in this one Brea and Mallory cover a specific book each month and then a general topic on the alternate week. I enjoy the range of tropes that they cover and how they keep an open mind.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    PodSox
    21 days ago
  • Hell yeah

    Finally, a podcast that gets it (and gets itttttt 😏😏)! Brea, Mallory & their guests give our favourite smutty reads the space they deserve, treating sex, gender & intimacy with compassion & openness. Plus, they’re hilarious. ❤️ Keep it coming (ahaha)!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    miss_smiley
    Australia2 months ago
  • Love this show!

    I love listening to this show and hearing smart takes on books that so many people dismiss because of their smut.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Podcatcher!
    United States4 months ago
  • A New World

    Smut had never been on my radar before but Brea and Mallory have opened a new world for me.

    I appreciate the guests they have on for different opinions. My favorite is Tom Detrinis. Such a fun chemistry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HMA5000
    United States4 months ago
  • So Funny

    Mallory and Brea are so funny talking about smutty romance. Do you read the book? Do you not read it? Either way it’s a good time

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TinaC-12m
    United States6 months ago

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One reviewer criticizes the depth of research and care in some discussions, suggesting the treatment of the genre can feel too casual.
Book discussions are seen as both entertaining and thoughtful, taking the genre seriously while keeping the tone playful.
Guests and open-minded discussion are recurring strengths, with some listeners appreciating the range of perspectives.
Listeners value the recommendations and say the conversations help them discover authors, subgenres and new reads.
Listeners praise the hosts' funny, warm chemistry and candid approach to romance and erotica.

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#99
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#109
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#138
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#173
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#173
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#194
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BONUS - Most Bangable Creatures Vol.3 - Green Edition with Anthony Cousins and Vincente DiSanti!
Q: What do you seek out when you're reading smut, Anthony?
Anthony Cousins looks for unusual ideas in monster smut, while Vincente DiSanti says he is drawn to a compelling story and sex scenes that fit its larger narrative.
BONUS - Most Bangable Creatures Vol.3 - Green Edition with Anthony Cousins and Vincente DiSanti!
Q: As human men, how humanoid does a monster need to be for you?
The guests say attraction depends on context, personality and consent, and they are open to some nonhuman forms, including slime creatures and humanoid monsters with unusual coloring.
Ep 52 - Not Knots and Then Knot Knots - Bride with Amanda Mortlock!
Q: What do you think about Misery and Lowe as a couple?
The hosts and Amanda express that their chemistry feels authentic within a forbidden romance setup, emphasizing mutual respect and resolved miscommunications that feel mature rather than melodramatic.
Smut is the Antidote to Purity Culture + Alyssa Mullett!
Q: Where should listeners start if they feel shame around reading smut?
Start with identifying the source of shame, name it, and gradually build supportive narratives; focus on boundaries and non-judgmental sharing to foster community and confidence.
Smut is the Antidote to Purity Culture + Alyssa Mullett!
Q: What has reading smut changed in your life and relationships?
Reading smut became a catalyst for personal growth, helping her reconstruct self-worth, improve consent understanding, and reshape her approach to intimacy and boundaries.

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What is Reading Smut about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Candid conversations about romance, erotica and the wider culture of spicy books, hosted by Brea Grant and Mallory O'Meara. Episodes alternate between close readings of individual titles and broader discussions of tropes, reading habits, publishing, fandom, sexuality and the genre's cultural influence. The hosts bring humor and frankness to subjects that can be treated as either taboo or disposable, while also considering craft, consent, representation and the reasons readers connect with particular fantasies. Guest conversations add perspectives from romance authors, publishing and fandom experts, journalists, translators and people whose work intersects with sexuality and reading. Expect explicit subject matter, playful banter, book recom... more

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2. Vincente DiSanti
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4. Elizabeth Held
5. Alyssa Mullett
6. Lola Blanc
7. Denise Williams
8. Amy Spalding

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