Zero to Well-Read
Book RiotPart book club, part English class, Zero to Well-Read is a fun and informative guide to the books people talk about like everyone has read them. Each week, hosts Jeff O'Neal and Rebecca Schinsky take on a new title—from classics you should have read in high school to prize winners, cult favorites to modern hits—and tell you everything you need to know: the plot, what it feels like to read, why it ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 42 | Founded | 10 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsSociety & Culture | |||
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- Finally!!
This is exactly what I want in a literature podcast!! Great choice of books covered so far; respectful and educated takes, especially considering how dated some of the books/ideas are; great chemistry between the hosts; perfect length and discussion. Ugh! Please continue on forever
Apple Podcasts5tayshotzy
United States23 days ago - I’m loving this podcast
Quickly became one of my favorite listens. I really enjoy the thoughtful insights, deep dives into the written words and meanings and just overall so pleasant. It’s a great blend of a great book club conversation and an interesting college lit class. Really well done and looking for more!
Apple Podcasts5Lorenz12United States24 days ago - Essential listening for the bookish
This is a must-listen podcast for anyone who loves literary books and craves the community of a book club and wants to be part of the current conversation about books but doesn’t actually want to join a book club.
Apple Podcasts5Bookish-northerner
Canadaa month ago - Too political
I’ve been listening to this and The Book Riot for several months and enjoy the content when it doesn’t get too political. Lately, it seems to be getting more so, or I’m just noticing it more. I decided I was getting way too annoyed every time I listened and have decided to unfollow both. There are plenty of bookish podcasts that never get political. I’ll spend my time there.
Apple Podcasts2StacythjgUnited Statesa month ago - What I needed
This podcast is definitely a cross between a book club and Lit class. The discussions are insightful, respectful, and thought provoking. It is a great way to revisit books I have already read. I feel smarter at the end of each discussion. I love getting book recommendations for similar books, and I am motivated to read the other books in unplayed episodes. This podcast is just what I needed.
Apple Podcasts5Mrs. BeresfordUnited Statesa month ago
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A lively book-club-meets-English-class that turns high-profile and widely discussed books into structured conversations about plot, themes, and cultural context. Episodes balance close-reading with broader context, exploring everything from postmodern technique and author intention to historical influence and modern relevance. Listeners can expect thoughtful recommendations, accessible analysis, and occasional sponsor segments, all delivered with a friendly banter that makes dense reads feel approachable. Notably, the show often centers on classics and contemporary hits alike, inviting listeners to deepen their understanding while keeping the discussion entertaining and engaging.
A standout in this space is the conversational dynamic betwe... more
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