Basically Bookish Podcast

Basically Bookish Podcast
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Two friends share their love of popular literature through a series of two person perspective reading vlogs! After we discuss the plot chapter by chapter we will have a discussion together about our thoughts on the book as a whole. Right now we are obsessed with the Romantacy, Fantasy, and New Adult genres and are reading a lot about men with wings. We're starting a digital book club and would love for you to join!

  1. 5d ago

    Red Rising Deep Dive (part 2) Let's Get Plastic Surgery and Save the Universe!

    Welcome to A Basic Girl's Guide to Red Rising by Pierce Brown! Part 2We're continuing our journey into the world of this beloved sci-fi dystopian novel, things are about to get intense and that does not begin to cover it.⚠️ **This episode contains heavy spoilers for Chapters 12-22 of Red Rising.** ⚠️In this episode, we'll break down **Chapters 12-22** so if you're reading along with us, don't worry, we won't go beyond Chapter 22 or spoil the rest of the book or series.Whether you're reading for the first time like us, doing a re-read, or just want a refresher before diving back into the series, we've got you covered. This section of the book completely changes the game as Darrow leaves behind everything he's ever known and begins his transformation into something entirely new.Join us as we unpack shocking revelations, brutal training, dangerous alliances, and staggering truths hidden beneath the Society's carefully crafted lies. We'll follow Darrow through one of the most pivotal sections of the novel as he prepares to infiltrate the very people responsible for shaping his world.Did you love this section as much as we did? Let us know in the comments! We'd love to hear your favorite moments, theories, and reactions as the story continues to unfold.Don't forget to subscribe for the next installment of our Red Rising deep dive as we continue our journey through the rest of the novel.Find us on all social media platforms @basicallybookishpod.This episode covers: Red Rising Chapters 12–22 | Darrow | The Sons of Ares | The Society | Color Hierarchy | Pierce Brown Deep Dive

  2. Sep 4

    Get in, Babe We're going to Mars! (Red Rising Deep Dive!!)

    Welcome to A Basic Girl's Guide to Red Rising by Pierce Brown!We're kicking off our very first journey into the world of this beloved sci-fi dystopian novel, and we're taking you along for the ride. It's a deep dive!⚠️ This episode contains heavy spoilers for the Prologue through Chapter 11 of Red Rising. ⚠️In this episode, we'll break down the Prologue through Chapter 11, so if you're reading along with us, don't worry—we won't go beyond Chapter 11 or spoil the rest of the book or series.Whether you're reading for the first time like us, doing a re-read, or just want a refresher before diving back into the series, we've got you covered. Because this book is packed with worldbuilding, politics, twists, and emotional devastation, we're breaking our deep dive into four parts that mirror the four parts of the novel itself.Join us as we descend into the mines of Mars, meet Darrow and his family, explore the rigid Color hierarchy that governs society, and witness the events that set one of the most iconic science-fiction sagas in motion.We'll discuss the characters, themes, worldbuilding, symbolism, and all the little details that stood out to us as first-time readers experiencing Red Rising.Did you love these opening chapters as much as we did? Let us know in the comments! We'd love to hear your theories, favorite moments, and whether you're reading along with us for the first time or returning to the series.Don't forget to subscribe for the rest of our Red Rising deep dive as we continue through the book over the next three episodes.Find us on all social media platforms @basicallybookishpod.

  3. Aug 20

    Knight and The Moth by Rachel Gillig Deep Dive!

    Welcome to A Basic Girl’s Guide to the Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig!In this episode we will explain everything you need to know (or everything you may have forgotten) about this iconic romantasy novel before you read The Knave and the Moon! Don't want to do a full re-read? We've got you. Just want to relive the magic and yearning that is this book? Us too! We’re talking characters, plot, politics, lore, and all the juicy little details as well as giving you our opinions as we go. We will start out spoiler free just in case you've been curious about this duology but aren't sure if this book is for you. We'll discuss our individual star ratings (spoiler alert we both gave this one 5 stars!) as well as explaining why we loved the book and where it fell short for us. We will give you a clear warning before we get into heavy spoilers later in the episode!Looking for a plot recap? The spoiler section is for you! Join us as we go on an epic quest through Traum, the Stonewater Kingdom, and uncover the dark truths of this world as we go. Did you love this one as much as we did? Let us know in the comments. We'd love for you to suggest what we should read next.Don't forget to subscribe for more bookish content from us, and find us on all social media platforms @basicallybookishpodWatch Next!A Basic Girl's Guide to Wuthering Heights: https://youtu.be/QGSCGq3tN4k?si=0zJxlLCQfRLKUtqXIs This...Rage Bait? Reacting to Emerald Fennell's "Wuthering Heights": https://youtu.be/1VqjulN7ZK4?si=dyauq4jQXIaopQUJINSANE We Used To Live Here Theories: https://youtu.be/caoZN9aNdTA?si=8MXeWVtoonkWoj-J

  4. Aug 4

    WE NEED TO TALK... about Yesteryear. Tradwives, Influencers, & Motherhood OH MY! Was This Necessary? Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke

    Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke is probably the most talked about book of summer 2026 and we had to know if it was worth the hype. Join us as we discuss this biting satire that follows Natalie Heller Mills, a tradwife influencer who wakes up in 1855 ... or does she? This episode will be more of a free format discussion as we really just want to pick each other’s brains about this book and what it is trying to tell us about social media, rigid gender roles, womanhood in the modern era, tradwives, and the performance of it all. This episodes will contain ****HEAVY SPOILERS!!!!*** So if you haven't finished the book yet and don't want it spoiled, come back when you're done! We'll still be here.We’d love to know your thoughts as well! Have you read this one yet? What did you think of it? Don't forget to like this video and subscribe for more bookish content from us! We'd love to be your new bookish besties.

  5. Apr 17

    Shield Of Sparrows Recap and Review!

    Welcome to the Basically Bookish Podcast! In this episode, we are going to tell you everything you need to know about Devney Perry’s Shield Of Sparrows: the first book in a romantasy trilogy that we here at Basically Bookish can’t WAIT to finish. In this episode we will be giving you an unspoilered review and star rating, as well as an in depth plot breakdown (don’t worry, we will warn you before we get into spoilers.)Whether you need a recap before reading Rites of the Starling, are curious if this book is for you, or your’re just here for the vibes.. this one is for you. This epic, enemies to lovers, romantasy is a juicy one and we can’t wait to hear your thoughts on it. Watch us on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BasicallyBookishPodDon’t forget to subscribe to join our digital book club! And find us on all social media platforms @basicallybookishpod

  6. Mar 19

    We're Uncomfortable... More Please. Blood Over BrightHaven by ML Wang (Review!)

    Need a little female rage anyone??In this episode we are breaking down our thoughts on the fantasy standalone, Blood Over Brighthaven by ML Wang. Come with us as we venture into the world of dark academia and meet Sciona Freynan, the first woman to be admitted into a prestigious institute of magic. This review will not contain spoilers *at first*, but we will get into in depth character analysis and plot points in the later part of the episode SO THERE WILL BE SPOILERS! If you haven't read this one yet and want to go in blind, come back and find us once you're done! Don't forget to subscribe to this channel to join our digital book club and find us on all social media @ Basically Bookish Pod We'd love to hear your thoughts on this novel! And be sure to let us know what you think we should read next.Watch Next!A Basic Girl's Guide To Wuthering Heights: https://youtu.be/QGSCGq3tN4k?si=eJ0F8eJbd2eEL3F3"Wuthering Heights" 2026 Emerald's Version Review: https://youtu.be/1VqjulN7ZK4?si=58-0RYjbxiHIrvfCThe BEST We Used to Live Here Theories You've Never Heard : https://youtu.be/caoZN9aNdTA?si=2Airl6VxT2uYMnJTLETS GET SOCIALInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/basicallybookishpod/Tiktok

  7. Feb 20

    We Saw Emerald Fennell's "Wurthering Heights" So You Don't Have To

    Emerald Fennell's 2026 adaptation of Emily Bronte's gothic masterpiece, Wuthering Heights has left us with mixed emotions... In this episode we will be sharing our honest thoughts and opinions of the movie currently taking over our timelines. We hope you'll let us know your thoughts on this adaptation.. I think we're still processing. Don't forget to subscribe for more bookish content! We'd love for you to join our digital bookclub.Watch Next:A Basic Girl's Guide to Wuthering Heights:2026 TBR:Lets get social!Instagram: Tiktok:

  8. Feb 6

    The Plot Breakdown You've Been Looking For: A Basic Girls Guide To Wuthering Heights, Part 2

    Welcome to our, 'Basic Girl's Guide to Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte' (part 2!) In this episode we will be breaking down the second part of this classic literature masterpiece in a way that is straight forward and easy to understand. It's our first time reading about this incredibly tragic and toxic romance so we will give you our first impressions of the plot as we go. Join us in the moors as we are absolutely haunted by Catherine and embark on a multi generational revenge plot with Heathcliff. This book is truly like listening to the most unhinged gossip ever and we hope you'll enjoy the tea with us!Don't forget to subscribe to join our digital book club!Watch Next:A Basic Girl's Guide to Wuthering Heights (part 1): https://youtu.be/QGSCGq3tN4k?si=vP0Qm8kPMxagqYRhOur 2026 TBR: https://youtu.be/gncIsA8MW3o?si=oX3kgQfkpmxe1FtvWuthering Heights by Kate Bush: https://youtu.be/-1pMMIe4hb4?si=gBFO3hSgJRsafZYyLet's get social!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/basicallybookishpod/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@basicallybookishpReach out: Basicallybookishpod@gmail.comUntil next time... happy reading!

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Two friends share their love of popular literature through a series of two person perspective reading vlogs! After we discuss the plot chapter by chapter we will have a discussion together about our thoughts on the book as a whole. Right now we are obsessed with the Romantacy, Fantasy, and New Adult genres and are reading a lot about men with wings. We're starting a digital book club and would love for you to join!

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    2024 - 2026
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