Reading Retreat

Reading Retreat
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Breane and Emily started as English majors studying literature from old white men to even older white men. Now, they require a space to talk about vast fantasy worlds, call-out contemporaries, and romance that will never exist in their own lives. Join them as they laugh and chat about books, wellness, and surviving their 20s. And maybe a little faerie smut.

Episodes

  1. 2023-11-29

    Episode Eleven: Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Discussion

    Breane and Emily review the new Hunger Games movie, Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, and talk Coriolanus thirst-traps and book to movie differences. It’s so fun to get back into The Hunger Games mode after all these years!  Note: If you don’t want to be spoiled for the book or the movie, you might want to skip this one! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @readingreatreatpodcast to follow our journey and suggest topics for future episodes

    54 min

  2. 2023-11-22

    Episode Ten: Wellness Tips for Winter

    Emily and Breane talk through ways they survive winter and (attempt to) avoid seasonal depression. Plus an added Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes rant for your listening pleasure! From skincare and exercise routines to taking a good old fashioned “everything shower,” there’s a tip for everyone to improve their wellbeing this season. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @readingreatreatpodcast to follow our journey and suggest topics for future episodes

    58 min

  3. 2023-11-15

    Episode Nine: Fandoms and Obsession

    Emily and Breane dive into all their favourite fandoms to celebrate a new era of Hunger Games fans with the upcoming release of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes movie. They talk about everything from books to movies to music, plus fandoms that they wish they were a part of in their prime. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @readingreatreatpodcast to follow our journey and suggest topics for future episodes

    54 min

  4. 2023-11-08

    Episode Eight: Guess the Book from the Bad Review

    Emily and Breane try the trend that has been going around booktok and podcast spaces: guess the book by the bad review. They each gathered a few horrendous reviews from Goodreads and Amazon of books they've both read, and the other person has to try and guess what book it is. Can you guess them? Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @readingreatreatpodcast to follow our journey and suggest topics for future episodes

    51 min

  5. 2023-11-01

    Episode Seven: Dating in Your 20s

    Emily and Breane spend an entire episode ranting about dating in their 20s. Surprise! They are both currently single and loathing dating apps, discussing the struggles of finding a man that can live up to their book boyfriends. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @readingreatreatpodcast to follow our journey and suggest topics for future episodes

    55 min

  6. 2023-10-25

    Episode Six: Taylor Swift Eras as Books

    Calling all Swifties! In celebration of the release of the Eras Tour Movie and the upcoming 1989 (Taylor's Version) album, Emily and Breane go through which books they think fit with each of Taylor Swift's eras. From cute high school romance to badass fantasy, there's a book or series for everything. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @readingreatreatpodcast to follow our journey and suggest topics for future episodes

    48 min

  7. 2023-10-12

    2010s YA Books You Might Have Forgotten

    We all know the 2010s era of YA fiction was unmatched. The Hunger Games? Divergent? The Maze Runner? Can't beat it. Well, Breane and Emily know there's quite a few amazing YA titles that they always forget existed, or seem like they were a fever dream. Listen to them recount books they read and loved from this era, and see how many you remember! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @readingreatreatpodcast to follow our journey and suggest topics for future episodes

    56 min

  8. 2023-10-04

    Episode Four: All Things English Major

    Ever wondered what it's like to be an English major? Are you one yourself? Breane and Emily reminisce about their time as English majors (or stress if you're Emily still in grad school). They talk about their favourite classes, their experience doing an Arts degree, and how having an English degree has actually helped them in their adult lives (spoiler: it actually is a very influential degree to take). Follow the podcast on Instagram and TikTok @readingreatreatpodcast to suggest topics for future episodes and enjoy bookish content throughout the week

    52 min

  9. 2023-09-27

    Episode Three: Favourite Fall Reads

    It’s officially fall! Emily and Breane talk all things fall vibes: cozy treats, favourite fall reading vibes, and their fall TBRs. If you’re looking forward to cozy season, you’ll be right at home here. PLUS get new recommendations for your reading list ranging from fantasy and dark academia to cute fall romances.  Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @readingreatreatpodcast to follow our journey and suggest topics for future episodes

    48 min

  10. 2023-09-20

    Episode Two: Romantasy and Book Boyfriends

    Emily and Breane discuss one of their favourite genres, Romantasy, and list their overall top five book boyfriends (who might not be who you think!) Romantasy as a genre has become incredibly popular, what draws people to it? Is there a thing as too much spice? How are the dynamics between romance and fantasy engaged? Listen for these answers and more in this week's episode of Reading Retreat! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @readingreatreatpodcast to follow our journey and suggest topics for future episodes

    1 hr

  11. 2023-09-15

    Episode One: Unpopular Book Opinions

    Welcome to Episode One of Reading Retreat! Emily and Breane discuss all things controversial, from enjoying having a book spoiled to being a Team Gale apologist. Hear heated opinions from these two book lovers as they agree to disagree (but mostly disagree). Want to stay up to date? Follow @readingreatreatpodcast on Instagram and TikTok

    57 min

  12. 2023-09-04

    Reading Retreat Trailer

    Welcome to Reading Retreat! Breane and Emily started as English majors studying literature from old white men to even older white men. Now, they need a place to talk about vast fantasy worlds, call-out contemporaries, and romance that will never exist in their own lives. Join them as they laugh and chat about books, wellness, and surviving their 20s. And maybe a little faerie smut. Follow us on Instagram @readingretreatpodcast to see our journey and let us know what topics you'd like to hear! We publish episodes every week and are so excited to fangirl, rant, and swoon with you.

    1 min

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About

Breane and Emily started as English majors studying literature from old white men to even older white men. Now, they require a space to talk about vast fantasy worlds, call-out contemporaries, and romance that will never exist in their own lives. Join them as they laugh and chat about books, wellness, and surviving their 20s. And maybe a little faerie smut.

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  • Episodes
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