Put Your Books Down

Natalie Sanderson & Angela Bingham
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Natalie Sanderson and Angela Bingham invite you to take a break from your week and enjoy some meditation...pop culture meditation. We know you're smart, we get it. But right now it's time to take deep breath...and put your books down. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram @putyourbooksdown.

  1. 5d ago

    Are We Done Pretending Everyone's a Narcissist? 25 Hot Takes We Stand By

    Nobody asked for these opinions, which is exactly why Natalie and Angela absolutely had to share them.     In this hilarious episode of Put Your Books Down, the co-hosts unleash their fall 2026 hot takes on everything from overused "narcissist" diagnoses and the obsession with being busy to backing into parking spaces, outrageously loud restaurants, QR-code menus, and the emotional-support water bottle epidemic. They debate whether brunch is overrated, whether everyone who makes one fancy chicken recipe qualifies as a foodie, and why zucchini noodles will never, ever be pasta.     Then things get a little deeper as Natalie and Angela tackle "protect your peace," spiritual bypassing, forgiveness, relationships, and the idea that you don't have to forgive someone just because you want to heal. Of course, there's plenty of pop culture shade along the way—including opinions on Beyoncé, Ryan Reynolds, Leonardo DiCaprio, Keke Palmer, Goodfellas, and more.     👉 Subscribe to Put Your Books Down 👉 Watch the full episode on YouTube 👉 Follow us on social @putyourbooksdown 👉 Check out our website here:        https://putyourbooksdown.com     Watch the show on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb18ywHqVOG_d2BKfy_-XS3MaDi6dz6s7     Follow Put Your Books Down on social media:     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/putyourbooksdown     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/putyourbooksdown/     Natalie on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/nataliecsandersonjones/     Angela on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/angelabinghamofficial/     Podcast produced by http://clantoncreative.com

  2. Aug 25

    Did Matthew McConaughey Just Reveal the Secret Behind His Best Movie Moments?

    Matthew McConaughey walked into Little Rock, and Natalie walked out with enough Hollywood stories to fill a book—and naturally, she put the book down!     On this episode of Put Your Books Down, Natalie Sanderson Jones gives Angela Bingham the inside scoop on seeing McConaughey in person at the Arkansas Cinema Society's Filmland event. They dig into his career, from Dazed and Confused and Mud to A Time to Kill, Interstellar, The Wolf of Wall Street, Dallas Buyers Club, and True Detective. They unpack McConaughey's "launch pad lines," his one-take performances, his approach to rom-com characters, and the creative process behind some of his most memorable scenes. They also debate his Oscar-era career transformation, his friendship with filmmaker Jeff Nichols, Greenlights, and Natalie's favorite McConaughey movie, Killer Joe.     Plus, they discuss what it felt like to see a major Hollywood star bring his stories and creative process to Little Rock. Expect plenty of movie nostalgia, celebrity culture, laughs, and the kind of pop culture deep dive that makes Put Your Books Down so much fun.     👉 Subscribe to Put Your Books Down 👉 Watch the full episode on YouTube 👉 Follow us on social @putyourbooksdown 👉 Check out our website here:        https://putyourbooksdown.com     Watch the show on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb18ywHqVOG_d2BKfy_-XS3MaDi6dz6s7     Follow Put Your Books Down on social media:     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/putyourbooksdown     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/putyourbooksdown/     Natalie on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/nataliecsandersonjones/     Angela on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/angelabinghamofficial/     Podcast produced by http://clantoncreative.com

  3. Aug 18

    Could Your Favorite Celebrity Survive an Island? We Put Them to the Test

    Pop culture meets hilarious chaos as Natalie and Angela throw Hollywood's biggest names onto a fictional Survivor island—and the results are anything but predictable.     This week on Put Your Books Down, Natalie Sanderson Jones and Angela Bingham kick things off by swapping favorite book recommendations before diving headfirst into a wildly entertaining game of Celebrity Survivor. From Pamela Anderson and Walton Goggins to Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, Martin Short, Stanley Tucci, and Colman Domingo, every celebrity must be voted off, saved, or chosen as the ultimate island companion.     As the game escalates, nothing is off limits. Kid actors, infamous criminals, horror villains, and iconic movie bad guys all make unexpected appearances, leading to ridiculous debates, questionable survival strategies, and nonstop laughs. It's the perfect blend of humorous commentary, pop culture references, and shared personal stories that makes every episode feel like hanging out with your funniest friends.     If you love celebrity debates, ridiculous hypotheticals, and laughing at completely unnecessary arguments, this episode is for you.     👉 Subscribe to Put Your Books Down 👉 Watch the full episode on YouTube 👉 Follow us on social @putyourbooksdown 👉 Check out our website here:        https://putyourbooksdown.com     Watch the show on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb18ywHqVOG_d2BKfy_-XS3MaDi6dz6s7     Follow Put Your Books Down on social media:     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/putyourbooksdown     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/putyourbooksdown/     Natalie on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/nataliecsandersonjones/     Angela on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/angelabinghamofficial/     Podcast produced by http://clantoncreative.com

  4. Aug 11

    Can Pop Culture Cure a Terrible Week? From Bat Drama to Belly Laughs

    A week of pop culture, hilarious recommendations, and one absolutely unbelievable bat story proves that laughter really is survival mode.     After a much-needed summer break, Natalie and Angela reunite to catch up—and Natalie shares the unbelievable reason she's currently receiving a series of rabies shots after an unexpected encounter with a bat. Once the shock wears off, the conversation shifts toward the movies, TV shows, comedians, and stand-up specials that helped them laugh through difficult weeks. From The Invite and Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey to Robbie Hoffman, Larry David, Neil Brennan, Louis C.K., Mike & Molly, and more, the hosts dive into TV & film analysis, humorous commentary, and plenty of personal recommendations. Along the way, they celebrate the joy of laughing together in a crowded movie theater and remind us why comfort entertainment still matters.     If you need your next binge-watch, comedy special, or feel-good distraction, this episode has you covered.     👉 Subscribe to Put Your Books Down 👉 Watch the full episode on YouTube 👉 Follow us on social @putyourbooksdown 👉 Check out our website here:        https://putyourbooksdown.com     Watch the show on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb18ywHqVOG_d2BKfy_-XS3MaDi6dz6s7     Follow Put Your Books Down on social media:     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/putyourbooksdown     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/putyourbooksdown/     Natalie on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/nataliecsandersonjones/     Angela on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/angelabinghamofficial/     Podcast produced by http://clantoncreative.com

  5. Aug 4

    What Made We Are the World the Greatest Night in Pop? (2024 Reprise)

    Pop culture nostalgia doesn't get much bigger—or funnier—than revisiting the night 46 music legends somehow shared one recording studio without complete chaos.     Originally released in February 2024, we're bringing back one of our favorite conversations in this special reprise episode.     Natalie and Angela revisit Netflix's The Greatest Night in Pop and relive the unforgettable recording session behind "We Are the World." From Michael Jackson's quirky songwriting habits and Lionel Richie's hilarious behind-the-scenes stories to Prince's absence, Quincy Jones' impossible task of managing dozens of superstar egos, and the unforgettable personalities that filled the room, this episode celebrates one of the most iconic moments in music history.     The hosts mix humorous commentary, behind-the-scenes trivia, and plenty of laughs as they discuss legendary performances, awkward celebrity moments, surprising friendships, and the unforgettable magic that happened during one extraordinary night in 1985.     Whether you grew up with "We Are the World" or you're discovering the documentary for the first time, this reprise episode is packed with nostalgia, music history, and classic Put Your Books Down fun.     👉 Subscribe to Put Your Books Down 👉 Watch the full episode on YouTube 👉 Follow us on social @putyourbooksdown 👉 Check out our website here:        https://putyourbooksdown.com     Watch the show on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb18ywHqVOG_d2BKfy_-XS3MaDi6dz6s7     Follow Put Your Books Down on social media:     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/putyourbooksdown     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/putyourbooksdown/     Natalie on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/nataliecsandersonjones/     Angela on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/angelabinghamofficial/     Podcast produced by http://clantoncreative.com

  6. Jul 28

    We revisit "Chimp Crazy" in this reprise episode of Put Your Books Down

    Would you ever keep a 7-foot Komodo dragon in a studio apartment? In this episode of Put Your Books Down, co-hosts Natalie Sanderson Jones and Angela Bingham dive headfirst into HBO Max's docuseries Chimp Crazy and the wild world of exotic pet obsession.     Serving up their signature humorous commentary, the duo offers sharp TV & film analysis on the viral docuseries while dissecting the dangerous delusion of trying to domesticate wild animals like chimpanzees and tigers.     Through shared personal stories & generational perspective, Natalie  reflects on her late rescue dog, Pete, contrasting true pet bonds with the tragic hubris of wild animal hoarders. Plus, the co-hosts clean the slate with a heartfelt tribute to national treasure Dolly Parton, share behind-the-scenes stories of playing live music with her, and wrap up with a reminder to respect nature.     👉 Subscribe to Put Your Books Down 👉 Watch the full episode on YouTube 👉 Follow us on social @putyourbooksdown 👉 Check out our website here:        https://putyourbooksdown.com     Watch the show on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb18ywHqVOG_d2BKfy_-XS3MaDi6dz6s7     Follow Put Your Books Down on social media:     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/putyourbooksdown     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/putyourbooksdown/     Natalie on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/nataliecsandersonjones/     Angela on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/angelabinghamofficial/     Podcast produced by http://clantoncreative.com

  7. Jul 21

    Would You Survive a Neighbor in a Yellow Thong Every Day?

    Natalie and Angela are joined by superfan Jane for a hilarious deep dive into HBO Max's unforgettable Neighbors episode, "Yellow Thong Bikini." What starts as a quirky story about a free-spirited neighbor quickly spirals into one of the most bizarre hours of television they've ever watched. From awkward neighborhood confrontations and nudist colonies to questionable dating choices and unforgettable reality TV moments, the trio breaks down every shocking twist with their signature humorous commentary and plenty of laughs.     Along the way, they debate where personal freedom ends, whether Danny deserves sympathy, and why this episode somehow becomes impossible to stop watching. Expect outrageous opinions, shared personal stories, plenty of side tangents, and more than a few moments where everyone wonders, "Did that really just happen?"     If you love TV & film analysis, ridiculous documentaries, and conversations that go completely off the rails, this episode belongs at the top of your playlist.     👉 Subscribe to Put Your Books Down 👉 Watch the full episode on YouTube 👉 Follow us on social @putyourbooksdown 👉 Check out our website here:        https://putyourbooksdown.com     Watch the show on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb18ywHqVOG_d2BKfy_-XS3MaDi6dz6s7     Follow Put Your Books Down on social media:     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/putyourbooksdown     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/putyourbooksdown/     Natalie on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/nataliecsandersonjones/     Angela on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/angelabinghamofficial/     Podcast produced by http://clantoncreative.com

  8. Jul 14

    Why Do the Best Friend Stories Always Get So Wild?

    Pop culture nostalgia, horror movies, and lifelong friendships collide in one hilariously chaotic conversation you won't forget.     Natalie and Angela welcome Natalie's longtime friend Jane for an episode packed with laugh-out-loud stories, unforgettable New York memories, celebrity encounters, scary movie obsessions, and decades of friendship. From bartending in Manhattan and brushing shoulders with famous faces to surviving bedbugs, ghost stories, questionable movie choices, and horror-film marathons, nothing is off limits. Along the way, the trio shares hilarious personal stories, debates classic horror films, revisits nostalgic favorites like Top Gun, Poltergeist, and Friday the 13th, and even tries to help Jane find love. It's equal parts humorous commentary, friendship therapy, and TV & film analysis wrapped in the signature Put Your Books Down energy.     If you've ever laughed until you cried with your best friends or bonded over movies that still haunt you decades later, this episode is for you.     👉 Subscribe to Put Your Books Down 👉 Watch the full episode on YouTube 👉 Follow us on social @putyourbooksdown 👉 Check out our website here:        https://putyourbooksdown.com     Watch the show on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb18ywHqVOG_d2BKfy_-XS3MaDi6dz6s7     Follow Put Your Books Down on social media:     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/putyourbooksdown     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/putyourbooksdown/     Natalie on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/nataliecsandersonjones/     Angela on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/angelabinghamofficial/     Podcast produced by http://clantoncreative.com

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Natalie Sanderson and Angela Bingham invite you to take a break from your week and enjoy some meditation...pop culture meditation. We know you're smart, we get it. But right now it's time to take deep breath...and put your books down. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram @putyourbooksdown.

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  • Creator
    Natalie Sanderson & Angela Bingham
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    218
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2022
  • Show Website
    Put Your Books Down

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