Easy Reads

Easy Reads Podcast

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Welcome to Easy Reads, a light reading podcast by Melanie Trottier and Mitzi Payne. It's not that deep, reading should be fun.

2025-10-09

Stars? That’s Way Past My Bedtime. Our Review of Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid

In this episode, we break down our book pick: Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid, picked by our guest on this episode, Josh Sison. We discuss grandma hobbies, audiobook, NASA and sci-fi, our fave Taylor Jenkins Reid booksi, and much more. Plus, we reveal our next book pick: I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman. Read along with us and follow us on Instagram, @easyreadspod and TikTok @easyreadspod. Other books mentioned in the episode: Midnight Feast by by Lucy Foley Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid Carrie Soto Is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid Follow our guest: Josh Sison Follow our hosts: Melanie Trottier @melanielaurene on Instagram Mel Trottier on YouTube Melanie Trottier on GoodReads Mitzi Payne @mmmitzi on Instagram Mitzi Payne on GoodReads

1h 9m
2025-07-29

Who Is This Loser? Our Review of First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison

In this episode, we break down our June book pick: First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison, picked by our guest on this episode, Angie Rodriguez. We discuss our first foray into reading smut, going viral, romance and more. Plus, we reveal our next book pick: Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Read along with us and follow us on Instagram, @easyreadspod and TikTok @easyreadspod. Check out our *NEW* Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/EasyReads AD: Register for the Calgary Public Library’s Ultimate Summer Challenge: https://www.calgarylibrary.ca/events-and-programs/ultimate-summer-challenge Other books mentioned in the episode: I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy Carrie Soto Is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid The Housemaid by Freida McFadden The Housemaid’s Secret by Freida McFadden The Housemaid is Watching by Freida McFadden Every Summer After by Carley Fortune Follow our guest: Angie Rodriguez @northofsummer.ca on Instagram Follow our hosts: Melanie Trottier @melanielaurene on Instagram Mel Trottier on YouTube Melanie Trottier on GoodReads Mitzi Payne @mmmitzi on Instagram Mitzi Payne on YouTube Mitzi Payne on GoodReads

55 min
2025-05-21

This is What I Want in a Memoir. Our Review of Down the Drain by Julia Fox

In this episode, we break down our April book pick: Down the Drain by Julia Fox, picked by our guest on this episode, Dani Anderson. We discuss celebrity lore, growing up in New York, what makes a good memoir, getting into reading again, and so much more. Plus, we reveal our May book pick: First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison Read along with us and follow us on Instagram, @easyreadspod and TikTok @easyreadspod. Check out our *NEW* Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/EasyReads Other books mentioned in the episode: Verity by Colleen Hoover The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins All Fours by Miranda July The Grace Year by Kim Liggett Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy Follow our guest: Dani Anderson @twnhospitality on Instagram @lovebirds__co on Instagram Follow our hosts: Melanie Trottier @melanielaurene on Instagram Mel Trottier on YouTube Melanie Trottier on GoodReads Mitzi Payne @mmmitzi on Instagram Mitzi Payne on YouTube Mitzi Payne on GoodReads

1h 18m
2025-04-08

Don’t Ask Me To Be a Bridesmaid. Our Review of The Wedding People by Alison Espach

In this episode, we break down our March book pick: “The Wedding People” by Alison Espach, picked by our guest on this episode, Chantal Shiels. We discuss weddings, bridezillas, 90’s rom-coms, reading preferences and so much more. Plus, we reveal our April book pick: Down the Drain by Julia Fox Read along with us and follow us on Instagram, @easyreadspod and TikTok @easyreadspod. Check out our *NEW* Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/EasyReads Other books mentioned in the episode: Verity by Colleen Hoover The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid The Woman in Me by Britney Spears The Third Gilmore Girl by Kelly Bishop Follow our guest: Chantal Shiels @chanshiels on Instagram Follow our hosts: Melanie Trottier @melanielaurene on Instagram Mel Trottier on YouTube Melanie Trottier on GoodReads Mitzi Payne @mmmitzi on Instagram Mitzi Payne on YouTube Mitzi Payne on GoodReads

1h 3m
2025-03-05

This Book Is Gross (But in a Good Way): Our Review of Natural Beauty by Ling Ling Huang

In this episode, we break down our February book pick: “Natural Beauty” by Ling Ling Huang, picked by our guest on this episode, Lauren. We discuss the toxic nature of the beauty industry, pretty privilege, Shrek and so much more. Plus, we reveal our March book pick: The Wedding People by Alison Espach Read along with us and follow us on Instagram, @easyreadspod and TikTok @easyreadspod. Check out our *NEW* Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/EasyReads/posts Other books mentioned in the episode: The Housemade by Freida McFadden Circe by Madeline Miller The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman Bunny by Mona Awad Rouge by Mona Awad Follow our guest: Lauren @fromtreetosea on Instagram From tree to sea on YouTube From Tree to Sea on Patreon Follow our hosts: Melanie Trottier @melanielaurene on Instagram Mel Trottier on YouTube Melanie Trottier on GoodReads Mitzi Payne @mmmitzi on Instagram Mitzi Payne on YouTube Mitzi Payne on GoodReads

44 min
2025-01-14

SOLO: Top Books We Read in 2024 + Discussing the Future of This Podcast

We’re kicking off the new year by recapping all of our favorite books that we read in 2024. Plus, we’ve got a MAJOR UPDATE for the Easy Reads community plus a peek at what’s in store for the coming year. Want to read with us? Our January book pick is: Natural Beauty by Ling Ling Huang. Read along with us and follow us on Instagram, @easyreadspod and TikTok @easyreadspod. Other books mentioned in the episode: Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling How to Winter: Harness Your Mindset to Thrive on Cold, Dark, or Difficult Days by Kari Leibowitz The Grace Year by Kim Liggett Down the Drain by Julia Fox (Audio) The Last Love Note by Emma Grey When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi Good Material by Dolly Alderton City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert Yellowface by R.F. Kuang Klara and the Sun by Kazou Ishiguro I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy (Audio) Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry (Audio) Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez Book Lovers by Emily Henry The Perfect Couple by Elin Hilderbrand The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah Between Two Kingdoms: A Memoir of Life Interrupted by Suleika Jaouad&n

39 min
2024-12-27

Let’s Talk About Dragons in Heat. Our Review of Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros

In this episode, we break down our November/December book pick: “Fourth Wing” by Rebecca Yarros, picked by our guest on this episode, Chantal Lefroy (Mel’s sister!). We discuss dragons, smutty novels, and dipping our toes into Romantasy. Read along with us and follow us on Instagram, @easyreadspod and TikTok @easyreadspod. Other books mentioned in the episode: Part of Your World Series by Abby Jimenez The Grace Year by Kim Liggett The Husbands by Holly Gramazio Babysitters Club Collection #1 by Ann M. Martin Sweet Valley High by Francine Pascal Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey (Audio) I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy (Audio) The Woman in Me by Britney Spears (Audio) Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing: A Memoir by Matthew Perry (Audio) The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah The Women by Kristen Hannah Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty Verity by Colleen Hoover The Push by Ashley Audrain Follow our hosts: Melanie Trottier @melanielaurene on Instagram Mel Trottier on YouTube Melanie Trottier on GoodReads Mitzi Payne @mmmitzi on Instagram Mitzi Payne on YouTube Mitzi Payne on GoodReads

1h 8m
2024-11-05

Are Teenagers Now More Mature Than Me? Our Review of The Grace Year by Kim Liggett

In this episode, we break down our October book pick: “The Grace Year” by Kim Liggett, picked by our friend and guest on this episode, Jill Tranquilla. We discuss dystopian novels, Young Adult fiction, and, of course, Harry Potter. Plus, we reveal our November book pick: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros Read along with us and follow us on Instagram, @easyreadspod and TikTok @easyreadspod. Other books mentioned in the episode: Harry Potter Collection A Court of Thorns and Roses Series by Sarah J. Maas Never by Jessa Hastings Come and Get It by Kiley Reid My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh His Dark Materials Collection by Philip Pullman Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find - and Keep - Love by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller Follow our guest: Jill Tranquilla @j.t.t.v on Instagram Jillian Tranquilla on GoodReads Follow our hosts: Melanie Trottier @melanielaurene on Instagram Mel Trottier on YouTube Melanie Trottier on GoodReads Mitzi Payne @mmmitzi on Instagram Mitzi Payne on YouTube Mitzi Payne on GoodReads

54 min

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13 Ratings

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2025-01-17

Cordova Bay

Step in and pull up a chair Easy Reads is Easy Listening The hosts Mitzi and Mel are fun & fresh They remind me why I read - to be transported my 3 words to describe Easy Reads are Engaging Inspiring Elevating I wonder where we will go next
Fun and Informative

2025-01-03

Ainsley Diamond

Love the vibe and the book suggestions that I might not otherwise come across. Light-hearted and entertaining. I’m somewhat local to Calgary too, so often the conversations are relatable. I heard about the book exchange event through Mel’s YouTube channel which was very cool, even though I did not attend. Maybe next time!
Good (not pretentious) reader vibes.

2024-03-29

sancian

If you’re looking for a podcast that will inspire you to read at your own pace, without pressure, and bring good chats, this is it.
Love

2024-02-17

ovc.ovc.ovc

Love the concept and these ladies!!! So excited to hear more :)

Welcome to Easy Reads, a light reading podcast by Melanie Trottier and Mitzi Payne. It's not that deep, reading should be fun.

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Easy Reads Podcast
Years Active

2024 - 2025
Episodes

19
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Explicit
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Easy Reads

Easy Reads

Episodes

Stars? That’s Way Past My Bedtime. Our Review of Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Who Is This Loser? Our Review of First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison

This is What I Want in a Memoir. Our Review of Down the Drain by Julia Fox

Don’t Ask Me To Be a Bridesmaid. Our Review of The Wedding People by Alison Espach

This Book Is Gross (But in a Good Way): Our Review of Natural Beauty by Ling Ling Huang

SOLO: Top Books We Read in 2024 + Discussing the Future of This Podcast

Let’s Talk About Dragons in Heat. Our Review of Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros

Are Teenagers Now More Mature Than Me? Our Review of The Grace Year by Kim Liggett

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