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Sara & Cariad's Weirdos Book Club

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Comedy
Racism
Julia
Octavia E. Butler
Kindred
Love
Mental Health
Big Swiss
Slavery
Bluets
Grief
Maggie Nelson
Trauma
Fight Night
Miriam Toews
1984
Sandra Newman
Time Travel
Antebellum America
Nazism

Join comedians and authors Sara Pascoe and Cariad Lloyd in their Weirdos Book Club - a space for the lonely outsider to feel accepted and appreciated.

Assisted by their comedian and writer friends, each week they’ll discuss a book that is special, stimulating and y’know – weird. Welcome to your new book club!

Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!

Sara’s debut novel Weir... more

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Latest Episodes

This week is a special Christmas Book Conundrums episode.

We asked our listeners for their festive book gifting conundrums and tried to come up with some helpful suggestions and inspirations!

Thank you for reading with us this Christmas. We like re... more

This week's book guest is My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh.

Sara and Cariad are joined by legendary DJ and music producer Jodie Harsh who recently published her own memoir, You Had To Be There: An Odyssey Through Noughties London, ... more

This week's book guest is Father Figure by Emma Forrest.

Sara and Cariad are joined by writer and director Emma Forrest. Emma has published five novels and two critically acclaimed memoirs and was named as one of Variety's 'Top 10 Screenwriters to W... more

This week's book guest is White Male Stand-Up by Alan Davies.

In a very special episode recorded live at the London Podcast Festival Sara and Cariad are joined by the incredible comedian, writer and actor Alan Davies. Best known for starring in the ... more

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Recent Guests

Jodie Harsh
An amazing DJ and author known for her role in London's nightlife
You Had to Be There (book)
Episode: My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh with Jodie Harsh
Emma Forrest
Writer and director, published five novels and two critically acclaimed memoirs.
Episode: Father Figure by Emma Forrest with Emma Forrest
Alan Davies
Comedian and author
Episode: White Male Stand-Up by Alan Davies (Live from the London Podcast Festival, Kings Place)
Juliet Stevenson
An award-winning actress and audiobook narrator
Episode: Audiobooks with Juliet Stevenson
Miriam Toews
Award-winning author known for her novels such as "Fight Night" and "Women Talking"
Episode: A Truce That Is Not Peace by Miriam Toews with Miriam Toews
Rhun ap Iorwerth
Leader of Plaid Cymru, discussing Welsh independence and political dynamics in Wales
Plaid Cymru
Episode: Friends of Weirdos - Pod Save the UK
Sophie Ellis-Bextor
A pop legend, famous for her kitchen discos and her murderous dance floors
Solo Artist
Episode: Swing Time by Zadie Smith with Sophie Ellis-Bextor
Mick Herron
Mystery and thriller novelist known for the Slough House series
Apple TV adaptation of the Slough House series - Slow Horses
Episode: Clown Town by Mick Herron with Mick Herron
Oisín McKenna
Debut novelist and author of Evenings and Weekends
Episode: Evenings and Weekends by Oisín McKenna with Oisín McKenna

Hosts

Sara Pascoe
Co-host and comedian known for her insights into literature and culture, and for her contributions to various creative projects including her debut novel.
Cariad Lloyd
Co-host and comedian bringing humor and literary insight to discussions, engaging listeners with relevant themes from books and personal stories.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 719 ratings
  • Love Sara and Cariad

    Love this podcast! My favourite episodes are when they talk about a less current/trending book without a guest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mollysonger
    United Kingdom19 days ago
  • Music tarnishes it

    Like the pod, Liv little ep is great especially, but the music is very much ‘heyyy this is for ZANY older white people!!’ It’s truly awwwwwful :(

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Blorb657
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • authors as guests

    I love this podcast, i think that when they have the author as the guest it really changes the vibe though, so i personally skip those, it feels more like promo.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Silverpieces
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Brilliant pod

    Love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Helzooo
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Sara & Cariad feel like my friends

    I love this podcast! My favourite episodes are actually when there isn’t a guest and Sara and Cariad talk so engagingly about the book that the adverts just have to cut in because there isn’t a pause! When I struggle to sleep at night, I put an episode on so that I feel like I’m with friends.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Baker3003
    United Kingdom5 months ago

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Reviews lean positively, highlighting the engaging nature of the episodes and the unique books chosen for discussion.
The humor infused in literary topics makes the content stand out, attracting a diverse audience.
Listeners appreciate the authentic conversations and camaraderie between the hosts, feeling a sense of connection with their book discussions.
Some critiques indicate that the hosts occasionally talk over each other, impacting the flow of discussions.

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#157
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#22
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#5
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#22
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#198
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#24
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Clown Town by Mick Herron with Mick Herron
Q: As a writer, do you enjoy the process of crafting jokes for your characters?
Mick Herron enjoys editing for punchiness, but feels that the initial drafting of jokes can be difficult; calling it more of a craft than an art form.
Clown Town by Mick Herron with Mick Herron
Q: Do you feel grateful that it was seven books in before the adaptation happened?
Mick Herron expressed that he was indeed grateful for the time it provided him to develop the characters and narratives before the TV series was created.
Clown Town by Mick Herron with Mick Herron
Q: What makes Jackson Lamb such a lovable character?
Mick Herron explained that Jackson Lamb is an overbearing boss who acts in a seemingly rude manner but has a hidden moral code, making him relatable and complex.
Clown Town by Mick Herron with Mick Herron
Q: How do you find so much about spies when you seem to have no practical experience in that world?
Mick Herron mentioned that he has never worked for intelligence agencies but has extensively read books and watched films on the subject, which contributed to his knowledge.
Clown Town by Mick Herron with Mick Herron
Q: So tell us about your journey into writing? Was it a childhood ambition?
Mick Herron shared that he started writing poetry in his youth but transitioned to prose fiction after his poetry dried up, finding fulfillment in writing despite not experiencing much success early on.

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1. Jodie Harsh
2. Emma Forrest
3. Alan Davies
4. Juliet Stevenson
5. Miriam Toews
6. Rhun ap Iorwerth
7. Sophie Ellis-Bextor
8. Mick Herron

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