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Welcome to the Book Barn Book Club! Join your hosts, Lasha and Lanie, as we discuss our monthly book club selections, share our thoughts on titles from our personal libraries, and have candid conversations with special guests! You can also look forward to our adorable "Library for Littles" episodes. Tune in as two longtime friends chat about books, authors, friendships, and anything else that comes to mind. We hope to help you discover your next great read and keep your bookmarks bouncing! New podcast episodes drop twice a month on the second and fourth Tuesdays, with the occasional bonus episode. Subscribe now so you won't miss a thing. We’re thrilled to share this journey with you... so let's talk books! 

  1. The Golden Years Glitch: Rethinking Aging with Judy Smith

    5D AGO

    The Golden Years Glitch: Rethinking Aging with Judy Smith

    In this episode of the Book Barn Book Club Podcast, Lasha and Lanie have a fun and inspiring interview with author Judy Smith. She shares stories behind her writing and reflections that spark laughter and meaningful conversation. It’s the kind of episode that feels like pulling up a chair at book club with friends! We also chat with Lanie’s mother-in-law about The Golden Years Glitch.  We would like to thank Gloria for joining us in the Book Barn. Books Mentioned • The Golden Years Glitch by Judy Smith • Snow in August by Pete Hamill • The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris • The Happiest Man on Earth by Eddie Jaku Enjoy a conversation that celebrates those golden years—with plenty of laughs along the way!  Thanks for listening! We would love to hear from you! Email: bookbarnbookclubpodcast@gmail.com You are invited to join our Facebook group, Book Barn Book Club, where we announce our monthly book club selections and continue the discussion!

    28 min
  2. The Perfect Divorce: Books, Drama & BOOMCHICKAPOP

    FEB 10

    The Perfect Divorce: Books, Drama & BOOMCHICKAPOP

    In this episode of the Book Barn Book Club Podcast, Lasha and Lanie are joined by special guest Stacy for a relaxed and lively chat about what they’ve been reading lately. The conversation is full of laughs, honest reactions, and a deep dive into the drama of The Perfect Divorce by Jeneva Rose. From memoirs to romances to page-turning thrillers, plus a few screen favorites, this episode feels like a book club meeting with friends.   Books Mentioned •The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose •The Perfect Divorce by Jeneva Rose •Sonny Boy: A Memoir by Al Pacino •Cher: Part One: The Memoir by Cher •The Glass Castle: A Memoir by Jeannette Walls •The Book Club for Troublesome Women by Marie Bostwick •Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry •Funny Story by Emily Henry •Turning to Birds by Lili Taylor   Movies & Series Mentioned •Fly Me to the Moon (Apple TV) •Your Friends & Neighbors (Apple TV) Grab a glass of wine and some BOOMCHICKAPOP! This one’s all about books, stories, and the joy of talking about them together.  Thanks for listening! We would love to hear from you! Email: bookbarnbookclubpodcast@gmail.com You are invited to join our Facebook group, Book Barn Book Club, where we announce our monthly book club selections and continue the discussion!

    24 min
  3. Haunted Victory: The Story Behind the Story with Author Gil Merrick

    JAN 27

    Haunted Victory: The Story Behind the Story with Author Gil Merrick

    In this episode of the Book Barn Book Club Podcast, Lasha and Lanie welcome guest host Lynn alongside author Gil Merrick for a candid conversation. Gil Merrick shares his personal journey as a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and how that experience shaped his life, his leadership, and his writing. From overcoming trauma to becoming a successful businessman and serving as a team leader for Team USA’s equestrian team, Gil’s story is one of strength, perseverance, and hope.  Books Mentioned •Haunted Victory — Gil Merrick •Come September — Gil Merrick •Cormoran Strike series — Robert Galbraith •Mr. Peanut — Adam Ross •Playworld — Adam Ross •Trust — Hernán Díaz •All the Light We Cannot See — Anthony Doerr •One Day — David Nicholls •A Woman of Substance — Barbara Taylor Bradford •The Kite Runner — Khaled Hosseini •Beach Music — Pat Conroy •The Catcher in the Rye — J. D. Salinger •The Odyssey — Homer •To Kill a Mockingbird — Harper Lee •The King Must Die — Mary Renault •The Black Stallion — Walter Farley •My Friend Flicka — Mary O’Hara Authors Mentioned •Gil Merrick •Robert Galbraith (J. K. Rowling) •Adam Ross •Hernán Díaz •Anthony Doerr •David Nicholls •Tennessee Williams •Barbara Taylor Bradford •Khaled Hosseini •Pat Conroy •J. D. Salinger •Homer •Harper Lee •Mary Renault •Walter Farley •Mary O’Hara •Ken Follett •Tami Hoag •J. K. Rowling Movies & Plays Mentioned •Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Thanks for listening! We would love to hear from you! Email: bookbarnbookclubpodcast@gmail.com You are invited to join our Facebook group, Book Barn Book Club, where we announce our monthly book club selections and continue the discussion!

    55 min
  4. Love, Loss, and What Remains

    JAN 13

    Love, Loss, and What Remains

    We’re thrilled to welcome Melissa back into the Book Barn for an entertaining conversation! In this episode, we chat about personal reading goals, share what we’ve been reading lately, and dive into our December Book Club pick, Remain. Hope you enjoy this fun episode. Books Mentioned •Remain by Nicholas Sparks & M. Night Shyamalan •Writers & Lovers by Lily King •Heart the Lover by Lily King •The Third Gilmore Girl: A Memoir by Kelly Bishop •These Summer Storms by Sarah MacLean •The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune •Somewhere Beyond the Sea by T.J. Klune •Under the Whispering Door by T.J. Klune Authors Mentioned •Kristin Hannah Poems Mentioned •Death Is Nothing at All by Henry Scott Holland Movies Mentioned •Signs — directed by M. Night Shyamalan •Knock at the Cabin — directed by M. Night Shyamalan •The Sixth Sense — directed by M. Night Shyamalan •The Notebook — based on the novel by Nicholas Sparks, directed by Nick Cassavetes Thanks for listening! We would love to hear from you! Email: bookbarnbookclubpodcast@gmail.com You are invited to join our Facebook group, Book Barn Book Club, where we announce our monthly book club selections and continue the discussion!

    25 min
  5. The Christmas Ring

    12/09/2025

    The Christmas Ring

    Lasha and Lanie are back with a festive Christmas episode, and this week they’re joined by Angela and Lanae for all the holiday fun! Together, they chat about The Christmas Ring by Karen Kingsbury, favorite Christmas movies, beloved poets, and classic holiday songs. It’s a merry mix of bookish cheer, lively conversation, and plenty of holiday sparkle. Books We Mentioned The Christmas Ring by Karen KingsburyThe Baxter Family series by Karen KingsburyThe Book of Lost Names by Kristin HarmelFourth Wing (The Empyrean Book 1) by Rebecca YarrosA Court of Thorns and Roses series by Sarah J. MaasThe Plated Prisoner Series by Raven KennedyThe Guest List by Lucy FoleySpoon River Anthology by Edgar Lee MastersOut of the Dust by Karen HesseThe Quiet Librarian by Allen EskensThe Bookish Life of Nina Hill by Abbi WaxmanChristmas Songs We Love “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” – Michael Bublé“Silver Bells” – Dean Martin“Mary, Did You Know?”“O Holy Night”“Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”“The Little Drummer Boy”“DJ Play a Christmas Song” – CherPoets We Mentioned Walt WhitmanShel SilversteinAmanda GormanEdgar Lee MastersRobert FrostMovies We Brought Up Band of BrothersA Christmas StoryDie HardKaren Kingsbury’s The Christmas RingTune in for book talk, lots of laughter, and some  holiday miracles. Merry Christmas from the Book Barn family!  Thanks for listening! We would love to hear from you! Email: bookbarnbookclubpodcast@gmail.com You are invited to join our Facebook group, Book Barn Book Club, where we announce our monthly book club selections and continue the discussion!

    31 min
  6. College Bound: Big Books and Bright Futures

    11/25/2025

    College Bound: Big Books and Bright Futures

    In this episode of the Book Barn Book Club podcast, we’re joined by two older students, Veronica and Anderson, who share their fresh insights on classic and modern literature. Their thoughtful perspectives bring new life to books you may know well. A huge thank you goes out to Lanie's sister for her help with this episode, and to Veronica and Anderson for their thoughtful contributions. Books Mentioned Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt VonnegutThe Namesake by Jhumpa LahiriThe Stranger by Albert CamusThe Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel HawthorneTo Kill a Mockingbird by Harper LeeGo Set a Watchman by Harper LeeBill O’Reilly’s Killing seriesAnimal Farm by George OrwellMovie Mentioned OppenheimerThanks for listening! We would love to hear from you! Email: bookbarnbookclubpodcast@gmail.com You are invited to join our Facebook group, Book Barn Book Club, where we announce our monthly book club selections and continue the discussion!

    36 min
  7. Books, Breaks, and The Quiet Librarian

    11/11/2025

    Books, Breaks, and The Quiet Librarian

    After a short fall break, Lasha and Lanie are back in the Book Barn! This week, they dive into The Quiet Librarian by Allen Eskens. It’s a heartbreaking and beautifully written story about toughness, courage, and the lasting scars of war. The conversation doesn’t stop there! They also chat about other great reads and a Broadway play that completely took Lanie’s breath away. Enjoy, as they chat about the books that have been on their nightstands. Mentioned in this episode: The Quiet Librarian by Allen EskensNineteen Minutes by Jodi PicoultThe Midnight Library by Matt HaigThe Bookish Life of Nina Hill by Abbi WaxmanThe Book of Lost Names by Kristin HarmelThe Happiest Man on Earth: The Beautiful Life of an Auschwitz Survivor by Eddie JakuThe Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather MorrisOperation Mincemeat (Broadway Play)The Christmas Ring: A Holiday Romance by Karen KingsburyThanks for listening! We would love to hear from you! Email: bookbarnbookclubpodcast@gmail.com You are invited to join our Facebook group, Book Barn Book Club, where we announce our monthly book club selections and continue the discussion!

    25 min
  8. All the Blood We Share: Fact, Fiction, and the Bloody Benders with Andy Taylor

    10/14/2025

    All the Blood We Share: Fact, Fiction, and the Bloody Benders with Andy Taylor

    In this episode, Lanie, Lasha, and guest host Tracy welcome journalist Andy Taylor from the Montgomery County Chronicle. We discuss the novel,  All The Blood We Share by Camilla Bruce. Andy is a treasure chest full of knowledge about Cherryvale and the real-life Benders—America’s first known serial killer family. Books Mentioned •Mark Twain by Ron Chernow •Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow •Grant by Ron Chernow •From the Reservation to Washington: The Rise of Charles Curtis by Debra Goodrich •Truman by David McCullough •The Pioneers: The Heroic Story of the Settlers Who Brought the American Ideal West by David McCullough •The Wright Brothers by David McCullough •Mornings on Horseback: The Story of an Extraordinary Family, a Vanished Way of Life, and the Unique Child Who Became Theodore Roosevelt by David McCullough •Hell Comes to Play: The TRUE Untold Story of America’s Mass Murdering Family, The Bloody Benders by Lee Ralph •Hell’s Half-Acre: The Untold Story of the Benders, a Serial Killer Family on the American Frontier by Susan Jonusas Authors Mentioned •Stephen Ambrose •Fern Wood Movies & Series Mentioned •Saving Private Ryan •Mr. Brooks starring Kevin Costner •Psycho •Carrie (based on the novel by Stephen King) •Band of Brothers Thanks for listening! We would love to hear from you! Email: bookbarnbookclubpodcast@gmail.com You are invited to join our Facebook group, Book Barn Book Club, where we announce our monthly book club selections and continue the discussion!

    51 min
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Welcome to the Book Barn Book Club! Join your hosts, Lasha and Lanie, as we discuss our monthly book club selections, share our thoughts on titles from our personal libraries, and have candid conversations with special guests! You can also look forward to our adorable "Library for Littles" episodes. Tune in as two longtime friends chat about books, authors, friendships, and anything else that comes to mind. We hope to help you discover your next great read and keep your bookmarks bouncing! New podcast episodes drop twice a month on the second and fourth Tuesdays, with the occasional bonus episode. Subscribe now so you won't miss a thing. We’re thrilled to share this journey with you... so let's talk books! 

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  • Creator
    Lasha and Lanie
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Book Barn Book Club
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