The Book Was Better Podcast

Ghenet Randall
  • 4.1 (9)
  • Books

Self-proclaimed bookworm and cinephile Ghenet is on a mission to answer once and for all whether or not the book really was better. From Harry Potter to the Austen classics and everything in between, join Ghenet and her guests as they take a nostalgic look at books they've loved over the years, and whether the film adaptations *quite* lived up to their imagination!

Episodes

  1. The Perks of Being A Wallflower Part 2

    06/07/2021

    The Perks of Being A Wallflower Part 2

    In this week's episode, I'm continuing my conversation with my best pal, actress Beth Somerville, all about The Perks of Being a Wallflower! We dissected the book pretty thoroughly in the last episode and this time we're doing a deep dive into the film! Some topics of conversation included Our mutual love of Logan Lerman (from the Jack and Bobby days), epic soundtracks and more!  TRIGGER WARNING - The Perks of Being a Wallflower has some heavy subject matter. There are mentions of mental health, substance misuse, assault, abuse and suicide within the context of the book but if this is triggering for you, please feel free to to give this episode a skip. Your wellbeing is important!   FIND US ON SOCIALS Follow the podcast on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bookbetterpodcast/ We're also on Twitter! https://twitter.com/BookBetterPod Like the brand new Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/bookbetterpodcast  If you'd like to support the podcast on Patreon head to the link below to find out how and to get access to bonus content! And don't forget to tell your friends!  https://www.patreon.com/bookbetterpodcast

    1h 5m
  2. The Perks of Being A WallFlower Part 1

    05/24/2021

    The Perks of Being A WallFlower Part 1

    In this week's episode, I'm joined by my very best friend on the planet, actress Beth Somerville, to talk about The Perks of Being a Wallflower! We dissect the book, written  by Stephen Chbosky (who also directed the film!) Some topics of conversation included Paul Rudd ageing like a fine wine, the trauma of the SATs, Friday night football and the joys of David Bowie!  TRIGGER WARNING - The Perks of Being a Wallflower has some heavy subject matter. There are mentions of mental health, substance misuse, assault, abuse and suicide within the context of the book but if this is triggering for you, please feel free to to give this episode a skip. Your wellbeing is important!   FIND US ON SOCIALS Follow the podcast on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bookbetterpodcast/ We're also on Twitter! https://twitter.com/BookBetterPod Like the brand new Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/bookbetterpodcast    If you'd like to support the podcast on Patreon head to the link below to find out how and to get access to bonus content! And don't forget to tell your friends!  https://www.patreon.com/bookbetterpodcast

    1 hr
  3. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Part 2

    05/03/2021

    Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Part 2

    This week, I'm back with friend and fellow Potterhead Shayna to discuss Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone! In Part 2, we chat about the joys of Alan Rickman and definitively decide if the book was better than the film! As mentioned in the intro, for this episode I have made a donation to FiveForFive, a collective fund for Transfem causes and people in the UK. You can find them on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/fiveforfivecouk/) and on their website (https://www.fiveforfive.co.uk/)   You can find Shayna on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/shayna_nj/) and on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Shayna_NJ) and if you fancy watching us do a Harry Potter tour of London, that's on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5C98zUfWXOQ&t=).    Make sure to rate and review if you're enjoying the podcast! You can become a supporter on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bookbetterpodcast) and you can also find The Book Was Better Podcast on Instagram (instagram.com/bookbetterpodcast/) and on Twitter (twitter.com/BookBetterPod)!

    56 min
  4. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Part 1

    04/13/2021

    Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Part 1

    This week, I'm joined by my friend and fellow Potterhead Shayna to discuss Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone! In Part 1, we chat about weird pronunciations, muggle sports and lots of other fun tidbits.  As mentioned in the intro, for this episode I have made a donation to the Black Trans Foundation, a organisation working for the social advancement of Black trans people here in the UK. You can find them on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/blacktransfoundation/) and on their donations page (https://www.gofundme.com/f/black-trans-foundation-therapy-fund). You can find Shayna on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/shayna_nj/) and on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Shayna_NJ) and if you fancy watching us do a Harry Potter tour of London, that's on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5C98zUfWXOQ&t=).  Make sure to rate and review if you're enjoying the podcast! You can become a supporter on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bookbetterpodcast) and you can also find The Book Was Better Podcast on Instagram (instagram.com/bookbetterpodcast/) and on Twitter (twitter.com/BookBetterPod)!

    59 min

  5. 03/29/2021

    The Shawshank Redemption Part 2

    This week, I'm back with Chris to continue our discussion all about The Shawshank Redemption! In Part 2, we chat about the best bits of the film!  You can find Chris on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/christophrbarlow/) and on Twitter (https://twitter.com/ninethumbs). You can also find his film reviews at Nine Thumbs Up (https://www.ninethumbsup.com/)!  Make sure to rate and review if you're enjoying the podcast! You can become a supporter on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bookbetterpodcast) and you can also find The Book Was Better Podcast on Instagram (instagram.com/bookbetterpodcast/) and on Twitter (twitter.com/BookBetterPod)!

    55 min
  6. The Shawshank Redemption Part 1

    03/15/2021

    The Shawshank Redemption Part 1

    This week, I'm joined by my friend, actor and film lover Chris to discuss The Shawshank Redemption. In Part 1, we chat about Morgan Freeman's velvety voice, the joys of world building and  and among things!  You can find Chris on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/christophrbarlow/) and on Twitter (https://twitter.com/ninethumbs). You can also find his film reviews at Nine Thumbs Up (https://www.ninethumbsup.com/)!  Make sure to rate and review if you're enjoying the podcast! You can become a supporter on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bookbetterpodcast) and you can also find The Book Was Better Podcast on Instagram (instagram.com/bookbetterpodcast/) and on Twitter (twitter.com/BookBetterPod)!

    43 min
  7. Crazy Rich Asians Part 2

    03/01/2021

    Crazy Rich Asians Part 2

    This week, I'm back with Michelle of the Daisybutter blog to continue our discussion all about Crazy Rich Asians! In Part 2, we chat about the brilliance of Michelle Yoeh, The Farewell, and a long tangent about ALL THE FOOD, among things!  You can find Michelle on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/winyeemichelle/) and on Twitter (twitter.com/podandprejudice). You can also find her incredible blog, Daisybutter (https://daisybutter.com/)!  Make sure to rate and review if you're enjoying the podcast! You can become a supporter on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bookbetterpodcast) and you can also find The Book Was Better Podcast on Instagram (instagram.com/bookbetterpodcast/) and on Twitter (twitter.com/BookBetterPod)!

    54 min
  8. Crazy Rich Asians Part 1

    02/15/2021

    Crazy Rich Asians Part 1

    This week, I'm joined by Michelle of the Daisybutter blog to discuss Crazy Rich Asians! In Part 1, we chat about THAT LEG SCENE, Get Out, and among things!  You can find Michelle on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/winyeemichelle/) and on Twitter (https://twitter.com/winyeemichelle). You can also find her incredible blog, Daisybutter (https://daisybutter.com/)!  Make sure to rate and review if you're enjoying the podcast! You can become a supporter on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bookbetterpodcast) and you can also find The Book Was Better Podcast on Instagram (instagram.com/bookbetterpodcast/) and on Twitter (twitter.com/BookBetterPod)!

    48 min
  9. Pride and Prejudice Part 2

    02/01/2021

    Pride and Prejudice Part 2

    This week, I'm back with Molly and Becca of the Pod and Prejudice podcast as we finish our discussion on Pride and Prejudice! In Part 2, we compare the 1995 miniseries and the 2005 film and chat about Darcy through the female gaze, weird freeze frame choices, and THAT alternate ending from the film (which you can watch HERE: https://youtu.be/f4upyq5QztM?t=393), among things!  You can find Becca and Molly, and all things Pod and Prejudice on Instagram (instagram.com/podandprejudice/) and on Twitter (twitter.com/podandprejudice). You can also find their podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!  Make sure to rate and review if you're enjoying the podcast! You can also find The Book Was Better Podcast on Instagram (instagram.com/bookbetterpodcast/) and on Twitter (twitter.com/BookBetterPod)!

    1h 4m
  10. Pride and Prejudice Part 1

    01/18/2021

    Pride and Prejudice Part 1

    This week, I'm joined by Molly and Becca of the Pod and Prejudice podcast to discuss perhaps the most famous of all novels with the most adaptations? You guessed it: PRIDE AND PREJUDICE! In Part 1, we go over the book and chat about the delicacies of Austenian decorum, bad flirting and terrible proposals, and Mr. Collins being a pearl clutching suburban housewife, among things!  You can find Becca and Molly, and all things Pod and Prejudice on Instagram as @podandprejudice and Twitter as @podandprejudice. You can also find their podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! instagram.com/podandprejudice/ twitter.com/podandprejudice You can also find The Book Was Better Podcast on Instagram as @bookbetterpodcast and on Twitter as @bookbetterpod instagram.com/bookbetterpodcast/ twitter.com/BookBetterPod

    1 hr
  11. The Book Was Better

    Trailer

    The Book Was Better

    A brand new podcast where friends get together and talk about the books they love, and the adaptations that ruined them. JUST KIDDING! They're not all bad! New episodes are coming January 2021!

    2 min

Trailer

Ratings & Reviews

4.1
out of 5
9 Ratings

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Self-proclaimed bookworm and cinephile Ghenet is on a mission to answer once and for all whether or not the book really was better. From Harry Potter to the Austen classics and everything in between, join Ghenet and her guests as they take a nostalgic look at books they've loved over the years, and whether the film adaptations *quite* lived up to their imagination!

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