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Whoa!mance: Romance, Feminism, and Ourselves

Whoa!mance: Romance, Feminism, and Ourselves
Romance Novels
Pride and Prejudice
Jane Austen
Romance
Quicksilver
Feminism
Vampires
Patreon
Marriage
You Made a Fool Of Death With Your Beauty
Chicago
Bridgerton
Through a Dark Mist
Nobody's Baby But Mine
Akwaeke Emezi
Never Sweeter
Contemporary Romance
Your Monster
Emily Henry
Marsha Canham

Listen romance novels are bonkers and we love them, love reading about them, love talking about them and love critically engaging with genre--it can handle the scrutiny. Here at Whoa!mance we tackle everything from the classics (looking at you Woodiwiss) to the current moment; all tropes, all subgenres, all comers. Romance deserves critical inquiry and you deserve a no-bullshit space where actual ... more

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Latest Episodes

Whoa!mance is back in the saddle with a cozy sleeper set on the Colorado front range. In Cheryl St. John's His Secondhand Wife (2005), Noah's rakish brother is murdered in a saloon, leaving behind a pretty new bride, and a baby on the way! Honor dema... more

We're back for part two of our discussion of ALCHEMISED by SENLINYU! Be sure to listen to part 1 and take a look at trigger warnings for the book.

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Is that a wand base metal in your pocket, or are you just happy to see us again? This episode yr grlz begin their conversation about ALCHEMISED by SENLINYU.

You're probably wondering how Helena ended up in a storage facility with most of her memory ... more

We dive into the exquisite love-letter architecture of This Is How You Lose the Time War and ask what happens when desire is literally written into existence. We linger on what it means to love with (or without) a body—across a multiverse full of pot... more

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Hosts

Morgan
Host of Whoa!mance, a witty, scholarly voice in romance critique with a focus on feminist readings and genre history.
Isabeau
Co-host and thoughtful critic known for incisive takes, humor, and feminist framing of romance tropes.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 221 ratings
  • Shining stars

    One of THE most rewarding lit review listens out there. So grateful to have found these intelligent hilarious women, who are heads and shoulders above every other romance pod out there for humor, insight, camaraderie, and incisive reads. Devastated that they seem to have stopped this year — PLEASE please come back and make it all worthwhile!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pam essex 0x
    United States4 months ago
  • Loving the backlog!

    Been listening to the podcast’s backlog and enjoying the insights! I appreciate that the hosts are not publishing industry insiders and can therefore be a little more critical of what they read. Wish there was a bit more diversity in the books selected. One star removed for the hosts continuing the proud Midwestern tradition of being completely unable to pronounce anything right. Mispronouncing “Derbyshire” even after seeing multiple Pride & Prejudice adaptations! Not to mention an old episode i... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    lisa kleypas is overrated
    United States2 years ago
  • As obsessed as Jane is with Rochester

    Is there a conversation that I cannot somehow fit a reference of this podcast into? Alas, the topic has not been found. I especially love their readings of Jane Eyre and P&P which are *chefs kiss* and would highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emily Jane's music
    Germany4 years ago
  • Conflict with Conversation

    How in the world can two people disagree yet still work together?

    Listen up here.

    The humor helps - but it comes down to respect. Each has a stance based on what they have read and researched but also experienced.

    And ground rules. Neither is working to trick, undermine or outdo the other.

    Instead - it comes down to being about ME! The Listener! And I love that. Humor, perspective, information, the aghast at the bonkers… all of it. And it’s not just a yes-fest. It’s a chance to consider mu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gfhardin
    United States5 years ago
  • jane discussion

    i’ve never read Jane Eyre & i’m started reading along with you all. i would love if you all discussed more rather than just read the text!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Shutupsoccerpasta
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Consistently smart, funny, and incisive with thoughtful takes on romance.
Great writers' room energy—like listening to friends discuss books deeply and candidly.
Listeners appreciate the balance of critique and camaraderie, plus variety in topics and guests.
Smart, funny, and respectful critiques that stay engaging episode to episode.

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Whoa!nus 2025 Year In Review
Q: What was the most surprising book for you this year?
The Saint of Heartbreak rewrote my romantic understanding and was an unexpectedly impactful read.
Whoa!nus 2025 Year In Review
Q: What were some of your resolutions for this year and how did you feel you did?
We decided to be worse at trying to connect with Romancelandia while still reading popular books, but it turned out we read many recent publications.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two witty, academically curious hosts dissect romance novels through a feminist lens with sharp humor and rigorous critique. Episodes mix close-reading of classic and contemporary titles, tropes, and genre conventions with reflections on authorial intent, publishing trends, and the cultural politics of romance. The show stands out for its unapologetic intellect, lively banter, and willingness to challenge norms within the genre while staying accessible and entertaining for a broad listening audience.

Noteworthy angles include long-form, trope-forward analysis, cross-genre inflections (fantasy, historical, gothic), and a candid conversation about consent, representation, and the evolution of romance. Listeners can expect thoughtful reviews,... more

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