Off the Paige

Off the Paige
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A podcast where Paige explains what she's reading to her partner Maribeth - and sometimes friends.

  1. 02/21/2023

    Episode 33 (Her Majesty's Royal Coven): Mundane!

    On this week’s episode, Paige and Maribeth discuss the fantasy novel Her Majesty’s Royal Coven by Juno Dawson. This book is described by Paige as, “The Spice Girls meets Harry Potter with all Hermiones.” The story gives a look at a fantastical wizarding world that is far more inclusive than the one in HP, all while covering the important topic of trans rights. Paige is calling this one a must read for basically everybody.

  2. 01/25/2023

    Episode 32 (Emma): A Mean Set of Nuggs

    In This week’s episode, Paige and Maribeth discuss the classic novel Emma by Jane Austen as well as the many film adaptations it’s inspired. This novel follows the life and maturation of its protagonist Emma, who seems to have everything but someone to share her days with. Emma spends her time playing matchmaker for others until she realizes that she must grow as a person to attract her match. Throughout the pod, Paige and Maribeth discuss the importance of learning and growing from mistakes. Paige also shares why this book is one of her all time favorites.

  3. 01/16/2023

    Episode 31 (Whistleblower): An Independent How

    In this week's episode, Paige and Maribeth discuss the memoir Whistleblower: My Unlikely Journey to Silicon Valley and Speaking out against Injustice by Susan Fowler. This book follow's Susan's experiences with sexism and discrimination throughout her life - culminating in her fight with Uber which made national headlines. Throughout their discussion, Paige and Maribeth talk about their thoughts on speaking up and speaking out as well as the importance of doing the right thing. A Book Olive https://www.youtube.com/@abookolive

  4. 12/21/2022

    Episode 30 (Gift Buying Guide): Little Shelled Bodies

    If you've waited until now to start your holiday shopping - fear not! Books can make the perfect gift, and Paige, Maribeth, Leah, and Aimee discuss many of their 2022 favorites across a wide range of genres in this week's episode. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @offthepaigewithmb.

  5. 12/13/2022

    Episode 29 (My Best Friend's Exorcism): A Child of God

    In this week's episode, Paige, Maribeth, and TDB Faith discuss the novel and subsequent film My Best Friend's Exorcism by Grady Hendrix. This story focuses on the best friendship between Abby and Gretchen and how their relationship is ultimately put to the test when Gretchen becomes possessed by a top 70 demon in satan's army. Down but never out, this tale presents the many ways in which Abby fights to bring the person she knows still has to be in Gretchen's body to the forefront - even as the demon puts her and those around her through hell. Throughout their discussion, Paige, Maribeth, and TDB Faith discuss what they did and did not like about the book as well as their own memories from childhood and beyond. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @offthepaigewithMB

  6. 12/05/2022

    Episode 28 (Kiss Her Once for Me): If you're finally listening

    On this week's episode, the chaos crew - Paige, Maribeth, Leah, and Aimee - discuss the queer holiday romance entitled "Kiss Her Once for Me" by Alison Cochrun. This novel follows the story of Ellie as she enters into a mutually beneficial agreement to marry the owner of the coffee shop where she works. Once married, the owner will be eligible to inherit his grandfather's fortune of which he'll give a cut to Ellie, who is down on her luck and desperately in need of the cash. There's only one catch - when they go to meet the family, Ellie realizes that she's just agreed to marry the brother of the one that got away. Throughout this episode, the girls discuss the highs and lows of relationships in your 20s and family dynamics during the holidays. Don't forget to follow us @offthepaigewithMB on Instagram.

  7. 11/29/2022

    Episode 27 (True Biz): No, That's Handel's Messiah

    In this week's episode, Paige and Maribeth discuss the novel True Biz by Sara Novic'. This book follows a group of students attending and staff employed at a school for the deaf and hard of hearing in Ohio. Throughout the novel, the author discusses the history of the deaf and hard of hearing community in the US and how the characters in this book fight to find their place in the world. Paige and Maribeth also discuss their thoughts on the book through their lenses as an educator and a person with disabilities respectively. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @offthepaigewithMB

  8. 11/21/2022

    Episode 26 (The Fountains of Silence): A Diagram of a Diaphragm

    In this week's episode, Paige and Maribeth discuss The Fountains of Silence by Ruta Sepetys. This work of historical fiction follows the far-reaching fallout of the period following the death of Spain's dictator, Francisco Franco. Throughout their discussion, Paige and Maribeth also talk about the repercussions of countries failing to deal with the darker parts of their history. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @offthepaigewithmb

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A podcast where Paige explains what she's reading to her partner Maribeth - and sometimes friends.

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  • Creator
    Off the Paige
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2023
  • Episodes
    33
  • Rating
    Explicit
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