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Welcome to Big Yap Energy, your weekly dose of romance book chat with a side of real life chaos. Hosts Neely & Kailey dive into the steamiest reads, spills on motherhood moments, and keeps it real about everything in between. We regularly feature authors and special guests who drop by to dish on their latest works and share behind-the-scenes secrets.

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Hey besties! Today it’s just us and we talk all about books with fall vibes! Think college campuses, the East Coast, and spooky vibes. It may be 100 degrees in Texas but damn it, it’s fall! Also excuse Neely today- she was clearly 3 espressos deep.

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Hey besties! Today it’s just us and we play a FUNNNN game of Would You Rather—it’s very niche but you all will love! Come Listen!

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Hey besties! Today it’s just us and we cover a lot of ground, but in a good way. We catch up on life, discuss married couples who Venmo each other, new book releases, if we are more Halloween or Christmas and why Kailey is feeling salty.

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Hey besties! Today we are chatting with Emma Brodie – a favorite of ours! She is so smart, talented, and kind—please give it a listen! We are SO HAPPY to be back from our summer break!

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Emma Brodie
Executive editor at Clarkson Potter and novelist
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Episode: Episode 161: Yapping with…Author Emma Brodie
Chelsea Curto
USA Today bestselling author of banter-filled romance novels
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Episode: Episode 160: Yapping about… hurricanes but make them romantic with Author Chelsea Curto
Elsie Silver
New York Times bestselling author of sassy, steamy small town romance
Self-published/Trad publisher involvement discussed
Episode: Episode 154: Yapping with…Author Elsie Silver
Katherine Center
New York Times bestselling author known for comfort reads and rom-coms
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Episode: Episode 152: Yapping with… Author Katherine Center
Catherine Sinner
New York Times bestselling author of romance and rom-coms
Catherine Center (author)
Episode: Episode 151: Yapping with… Author Meghan Quinn!
Becka Mack
Author of the Playing For Keeps series
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Episode: Episode 143: Third Time’s A Charm | Interview with Becka Mack
Kailey Costa
Guest co-host and book recommender
KMC Reads
Episode: Episode 141: There Was A Lot To Discuss…
Jaclyn Rodriguez
Author of 'A Vow and Vengeance', biracial author from Puerto Rico
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Episode: Episode 139: Interview With Jaclyn Rodriguez
Lauren Blakely
A number one New York Times bestselling author known for her contemporary romance novels.
Episode: Ep 133: Hallmark, After Dark! | Interview with Lauren Blakely

Hosts

Neely
Host of Big Yap Energy; co-host; active in conversation and interview segments
Kailey
Co-host; hosts most episodes, guides conversations, adds banter, and explores topics

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 327 ratings
  • friendly feedback

    love this podcast but please stop talking over and interrupting the authors you have on as guests

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    TriciaLJ
    United States2 months ago
  • Certified yap session

    Big Yap Energy is pure big YAP energy in the best way possible — chaotic, hilarious, and somehow makes an hour of talking feel like gossiping with your funniest friends at 2 a.m.

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    Audibooklovver
    United States4 months ago
  • Awesome podcast

    Great bookish podcast!

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    DylanCruz
    United States5 months ago
  • Stop interrupting your guest!!

    I’d never listened to this podcast before, but I follow Kailey (KMC Reads) on Bookstagram, and was excited to listen to her as a guest for the Taylor Swift deep dive episode. The host was CONSTANTLY interrupting Kailey! So incredibly rude and it made the podcast unlistenable.

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    PumpkinSpicePodcasts
    United States6 months ago
  • Friends

    Rachel and Neely are insightful and entertaining. Love hearing their takes and even details about their life. Feels like listening to a friend catch me up and review what we are reading/watching. ❤️

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    KneecoleRenee
    United Statesa year ago

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Fans appreciate the community feel and candid discussions about motherhood and publishing.
Guests consistently note approachable interview style and strong book recommendations.
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Episode 161: Yapping with…Author Emma Brodie
Q: Emma, how did writing Into the Blue differ from Songs in Ursa Major in terms of process and publishing realities?
She explains the shift from a free, unedited first novel under a traditional house to a more strategic, market-aware second book, including dealing with different publishers and campaign timelines.
Episode 157: Yapping about… influencer culture, IVF, and other Neely Tidbits (Kailey Interviews Neely)
Q: If you could describe yourself using five words, what would they be?
She describes herself as funny, having good timing, loyal, introverted at heart, and capable of being extroverted when needed.
Episode 157: Yapping about… influencer culture, IVF, and other Neely Tidbits (Kailey Interviews Neely)
Q: What advice would you give to a new mom or a mom of two under two?
Get out of the house every day, even for a short errand, to help manage postpartum anxiety and preserve mental health, and involve older siblings to help with the younger child.
Episode 157: Yapping about… influencer culture, IVF, and other Neely Tidbits (Kailey Interviews Neely)
Q: What is your favorite and your least favorite thing about being an influencer?
Her favorite thing is the flexibility to be a parent and involved in her kids' lives; her least favorite is the lack of ability to take breaks and the constant need to post, plus the pressure from family to explain what she does.
Episode 157: Yapping about… influencer culture, IVF, and other Neely Tidbits (Kailey Interviews Neely)
Q: We're going to start with influencing. Could you give everyone a quick two-second summary of yourselves?
Neely gives a quick elevator pitch about being a long-time content creator, influencer, and podcaster, highlighting her journey from blogs to full-time content creation and her OG status in the space.

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A lively, personality-driven show that blends romance-book discussions with candid life updates. Hosts explore trending romance reads, author journeys, and behind-the-scenes publishing notes, often weaving in motherhood, friendships, and pop culture banter. Episodes regularly feature guest authors or industry voices, delivering approachable storytelling, practical book recommendations, and a warm, community feel that resonates with romance readers who enjoy lively banter and insider publishing insights. A notable strength is the casual, conversational format that makes guests feel like part of a gender-inclusive book club with a side of real-life chaos and humor.

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Recent guests on Big Yap Energy include:

1. Emma Brodie
2. Chelsea Curto
3. Elsie Silver
4. Katherine Center
5. Catherine Sinner
6. Becka Mack
7. Kailey Costa
8. Jaclyn Rodriguez

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