Lit in Love

Mariah Esparza & Hayley Lauck
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We're Hayley and Mariah. We have our degrees in English and we love to talk books. All available episodes of our podcast, Lit in Love, are available here. Follow us on Instagram at @litinlovepod, and Facebook at Lit in Love Podcast, for more info on the podcast and upcoming episodes.

  1. 05/28/2023

    Episode 18: Daisy Jones and the Six

    “I had absolutely no interest in being somebody else’s muse. I am not a muse. I am the somebody.” In this episode, Mariah regales Hayley with the story of the most sparkly and special singer-songwriter to never live, Daisy Jones. This is a story you can get swept away in, even hearing it second or thirdhand. This is an interesting episode, y'all, we get into rockstar love triangles, intellectual property rights, and what it means to be a strong person. Let’s get into it. Give us a listen, rate, and five-star review if you're feeling sweet. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @litinlovepod. Support us at buymeacoffee.com/litinlovepod. For business inquiries, compliments, and praise: litinlovepod@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, now go read!

  2. 05/12/2023

    Episode 17: Bridget Jones’s Diary

    “It struck me as pretty ridiculous to be called Mr. Darcy and to stand on your own looking snooty at a party. It's like being called Heathcliff and insisting on spending the entire evening in the garden, shouting "Cathy" and banging your head against a tree.” (Listen to our Wuthering Heights episode if you haven’t already, seriously.) In this episode, Hayley tells Mariah about the book version of a movie she’s seen many times and Mariah has seen once. We compare this book to many things, including the obvious Pride and Prejudice references, My Year of Rest and Relaxation (from a previous Hayley-read episode!), and The Devil Wears Prada. This is the iconic “Bridget Jones’s Diary” by Helen Fielding. Let’s get into it. Give us a listen, rate, and five-star review if you're feeling sweet. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @litinlovepod. Support us at buymeacoffee.com/litinlovepod. For business inquiries, compliments, and praise: litinlovepod@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, now go read!

    Episode 17: Bridget Jones’s Diary

  3. 04/21/2023

    Episode 16: One Last Stop

    “Dear Freddie Mercury, when you wrote “ Love of My Life,” did you mean for it to reach across space and time in a platonic way or a real-deal break-your-heart, throw-you-up-against-a-wall type of way?” In this episode, Mariah shares one of her favorite books with Hayley and it’s full of top-tier banter, romance, and a little magical time travel. Join us for “One Last Stop” by Casey McQuiston. We hope you enjoy! Give us a listen, rate, and five-star review if you're feeling sweet. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @litinlovepod. For business inquiries, compliments, and praise: litinlovepod@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, now go read!

    Episode 16: One Last Stop

  4. 04/09/2023

    Episode 15: My Year of Rest and Relaxation

    “My past life would be but a dream, and I could start over without regrets, bolstered by the bliss and serenity that I would have accumulated in my year of rest and relaxation.” Hayley takes Mariah through this tale of a woman who just wants to get away from it all. “It all” being conscious thought and reality. We get into taxidermied dogs, the logistics of floor defecation, and so much more. Whoopi! Let’s get into it. Give us a listen, rate, and five-star review if you're feeling sweet. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @litinlovepod. For business inquiries, compliments, and praise: litinlovepod@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, now go read! Resources for suicide prevention (US and International): https://suicidology.org/resources/crisis-resources/ Resources for addiction (US): https://drugabuse.com/addiction/hotlines/ Resources for eating disorders (US): https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/help-support/contact-helpline Resources for eating disorders (International): https://www.eatingdisorderhope.com/treatment-for-eating-disorders/international:

    Episode 15: My Year of Rest and Relaxation

  5. 03/24/2023

    Episode 14: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

    “What is a person, if not the marks they leave behind?” Both Hayley and Mariah read the book for this episode and there's much to say. Have you read this New York Times bestseller? Even if you haven't, join us for this fun chat about cats named after objects, feeling called out by artists close to our age going through existential crises, and having weeks to practice important conversations. Resources for suicide prevention (US and International): https://suicidology.org/resources/crisis-resources/ Give us a listen, rate, and five-star review if you're feeling sweet. Follow us on Instagram: @litinlovepod. For business inquiries, compliments, and praise: litinlovepod@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, now go read!

    Episode 14: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

  6. 03/17/2023

    Episode 13: In Deeper Waters

    This book has everything: Mermen, pirates, royalty, magic, political intrigue, assassination plots, and falling in love! Come for the sweet romance, stay for the man-sized bird night terrors. Follow us on Instagram: @litinlovepod. For business inquiries, compliments, and praise: litinlovepod@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, now go read!

    Episode 13: In Deeper Waters

  7. 02/24/2023

    Episode 12: The Love Hypothesis

    “I like no one, absolutely no one, but I liked you from the start." In this episode, Mariah reviews "The Love Hypothesis" by Ali Hazelwood, a Reylo fanfiction turned novel. Don't worry, there are no fascist aspirations or too much deep, dark brooding here. This story takes us on some fun twists and is ultimately a feel-good romance about kind-hearted scientists. Follow us on Instagram: @litinlovepod. For business inquiries, compliments, and praise: litinlovepod@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, now go read!

    Episode 12: The Love Hypothesis

  8. 02/10/2023

    Episode 11 : Brain on Fire

    “The brain is a monstrous, beautiful mess.” Hayley tells Mariah about "Brain on Fire" by Susannah Cahalan, and spends a healthy amount of time ranting about the American healthcare system. Oh, and did you know there's a movie? Yeah. There's a movie. Follow us on Instagram: @litinlovepod. Praise, compliments, love, and business inquiries can be sent to litinlovepod@gmail.com. Thanks for listening, now go read!

    Episode 11 : Brain on Fire
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We're Hayley and Mariah. We have our degrees in English and we love to talk books. All available episodes of our podcast, Lit in Love, are available here. Follow us on Instagram at @litinlovepod, and Facebook at Lit in Love Podcast, for more info on the podcast and upcoming episodes.

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  • Creator
    Mariah Esparza & Hayley Lauck
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2023
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Lit in Love 2019 All Rights Reserved
  • Show Website
    Lit in Love