The Bibliofilles
Hosted by Sophie and ChayaThe Bibliofilles began, as all great modern love stories do, on Facebook during Lockdown. Sophie asked for a recommendation. Chaya prescribed The Song of Achilles. A DM became a dialogue; a dialogue became @thebibiliofilles; and now, finally, a podcast. Chaya is a barrister, Sophie a former editor. We read across all genres and trends, from classics and non fiction, to contemporary fiction, romant... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 38 | Founded | 8 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsEducationSelf-Improvement | |||
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In this very special episode of The Bibliofilles, Sophie and Chaya sit down with acclaimed author Min Jin ... more
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Sophie and Chaya discuss John Steinbeck’s East of Eden, the new Netflix series starring Florence Pugh, and the huge controversy surrounding its interpretation of Cathy Ames.
Is Netflix’... more
What happens when you go undercover inside the far right and discover how easily dangerous ideas can become normalised?
In this episode of The Bibliofilles, Sophie and Chaya dive into Harry Shukman’s The Year of the Rat, a gripping work of investiga... more
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I love this podcast. I feel like the hosts are friends chatting about books but also with lots of knowledge and tips. They have excellent taste in books and make each episode fun and interesting. Keep it up!
Apple Podcasts5por venezuela
United States2 months ago - Misrepresentation
Please don’t throw in disparaging side sentences about situations in other countries without providing any real historic context. It’s rude, spreading misinformation, and is widening the divide in our society. You can do better than that.
Apple Podcasts1redwineandchocolateUnited States4 months ago - Refreshingly Fun + Smart
I’m so grateful to have found this weighty but lighthearted show. Thank you for validating all my “am I being gaslit by this book’s popularity?” while also pushing me beyond my comfort zone. Keep it up!
Apple Podcasts5The Girl in the LibraryUnited States5 months ago - 10/10 📚
Funny, witty, insightful, and an absolute delight for readers.
My TBR has grown so much since I started listening. Thank you Sophie and Chaya :)
Apple Podcasts5Karina_555
Canada5 months ago - Great podcast
Enthusiasm, knowledge, insightful analysis & great book recommendations!
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United Kingdom6 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #65 | United Kingdom/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #159 | United Kingdom/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #209 |  Italy/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #69 |  South Africa/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #71 |  Philippines/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #98 |  Austria/Arts/Books |
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Two book-loving hosts explore a wide range of titles and genres with a warm, bantering style that often feels like a lively book club discussion. Episodes blend fresh releases, backlist favorites, author interviews, and thoughtful analysis—from literary fiction and romance to classics, myth retellings, and niche subgenres—often weaving in publishing industry behind-the-scenes, reader communities, and cultural conversations. A notable strength is the collaborative, insider vibe: the hosts curate crowd-sourced recommendations, host accessible debates, and invite a diverse slate of guests, making it appealing for listeners who want smart, enthusiastic book chats with a personal touch and practical reading picks.
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The Bibliofilles launched 8 months ago and published 38 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Bibliofilles include:
1. Min Jin Lee
2. Alex Earl
3. Meg Mason
4. Luke Kennard
5. Claire Daverley
6. Jodie Harsh
7. Imani Thompson
8. Sarah A. Parker
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