What The Smut Are You Talking About

WHAT THE SMUT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT
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What The Smut Are You Talking About Podcast is a romance book podcast where two smut-loving co-hosts bring their honest, unfiltered, and completely chaotic lives to the internet. We chat all things romance books, with a side of motherhood, pop culture, and Cortney's very unhealthy obsession with Diet Coke.  Each week is a surprise (even to us), because anything goes. Expect romance book deep dives, general book talk, fun interviews with people we have no business interviewing, and whatever else we spiral into along the way. This podcast is for romance readers 18+ who make reading their personality, thrive in chaos, and have an unhealthy obsession with fictional men who set unrealistic standards. If that's you, then welcome home.  Come listen to see What the Smut we're talking about this week!

  1. 6d ago

    Chaos Calls for Comfort Reads | Our Roman Empire Rereads

    Is you life chaotic? Same. So naturally, we’re talking about the romance books we run back to when the world feels like one giant dumpster fire. In this episode, we’re sharing our ultimate comfort reads that we consider our Roman Empire. The books, series, and fictional men that live rent-free in our heads forever. Apply to be a Guest on our show Sign up for our Substack Newsletter . . Support Our Show (May Include Affiliate Links) Amazon Product Links (Books, Shows, Products mentioned) Sponsorship or Ad Affiliate Inquiries Well Read Candle Company - WhatTheSmut10 saves you $$ Audible Free Trial Kindle Unlimited Free Trial . . Where to Find Us We are the most active on Instagram WhatTheSmutPodcast Cortney Mary Send us a DM, because we would love to hear from YOU! Send us a voice note Well Read Candle Co 10% Off WHATTHESMUT10 Support the show

    50 min

  2. May 26

    Queso, Tequila & Unhinged Romance Author Thoughts with Lasairiona McMaster

    This week on What the Smut Are You Talking About Podcast, we are joined by indie romance author Lasairiona McMaster for an absolutely chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly emotional conversation about romance books, fake dating, writing feral characters, and why queso should honestly be considered a personality trait. From MM hockey romance and mafia books to rugby romance, emotional damage, and perimenopause-fueled unhinged thoughts, this episode truly has everything. Lasairiona spills all the tea about: Writing emotionally wrecking romance booksFake dating, one night stands, brother’s best friend romance, and found familyHer Cedar Rapids Raccoons hockey romance seriesHer rugby romance seriesHer upcoming MM hockey romance Splitting the DWhy tacos, queso, margaritas, and pie deserve their own supporting character creditsIf you love: Romance booksBookish podcastsIndie romance authorsHockey romanceRugby romanceFake datingEnemies to loversFound familyBrother’s best friendOne night standsSpicy romance booksEmotional romance with humorUnhinged bookish conversations…then this episode is absolutely for you. Follow Lasairiona on Instagram Lasairiona McMaster Books Lasairiona's Website . . Apply to be a Guest on our show Sign up for our Substack Newsletter . . Support Our Show (May Include Affiliate Links) Amazon Product Links (Books, Shows, Products mentioned) Sponsorship or Ad Affiliate Inquiries Well Read Candle Company - WhatTheSmut10 saves you $$ Audible Free Trial Kindle Unlimited Free Trial . . Where to Find Us We are the most active on Instagram WhatTheSmutPodcast Cortney Mary Send us a DM, because we would love to hear from YOU! Send us a voice note Well Read Candle Co 10% Off WHATTHESMUT10 Support the show

    47 min

  3. May 21

    Bonus Interview with Romance Author Jennifer Chipman | VPR Takeover Edition

    Surprise, you’re getting a VPR Takeover bonus episode this week and this one is packed with romance books, chaotic energy, Disney tangents, hockey romance, and alien otter research. This week we’re hanging out with romance author Jenn Chipman, she writes heroes who fall first, fall hard, and fully spiral over their women, aka exactly what we live for around here. If you love:  Romance books  Romance author interviews  Bookish podcasts  Hockey romance  Workplace romance  Enemies to lovers  Friends with benefits  Heroes who fall first  Interconnected standalone series  Chaos-filled book discussions  Unhinged reader conversations …then welcome home, bestie.  Follow Jenn Chipman on Instagram Buy Jenn Chipman Books Jenn Chipman Website . . Apply to be a Guest on our show Sign up for our Substack Newsletter . . Support Our Show (May Include Affiliate Links) Amazon Product Links (Books, Shows, Products mentioned) Sponsorship or Ad Affiliate Inquiries Well Read Candle Company - WhatTheSmut10 saves you $$ Audible Free Trial Kindle Unlimited Free Trial . . Where to Find Us We are the most active on Instagram WhatTheSmutPodcast Cortney Mary Send us a DM, because we would love to hear from YOU! Send us a voice note Well Read Candle Co 10% Off WHATTHESMUT10 Support the show

    43 min

  4. May 19

    We’re Going to Smutmas in the Smokies! | Inside the Nashville Romance Author Signing

    Welcome back, Book Nerds! This week we’re bringing the chaos straight to Nashville because we’re talking all things Smutmas in the Smokies 2026 — the romance author signing event happening July 17-18 in Nashville, TN… and yes, What the Smut will officially be there as a vendor! We’re joined by our Booksta bestie Jess from @thebookishclaus, the mastermind behind Smutmas in the Smokies, and y’all… this episode is packed with romance books, author event chaos, unhinged thoughts, and all the bookish shenanigans you expect from us. We dive into:  The lineup of romance authors, narrators, and vendors coming to Smutmas  Sports romance, forced proximity, fake dating, and favorite romance tropes  Why Hallmark movies are elite comfort viewing  Parenting feral children while surviving on caffeine and delusion  Why people driving slow in the left lane should absolutely move over immediately Jess also shares behind-the-scenes details about building a first-year romance book signing event, supporting indie romance authors, and creating a space where readers can discover new-to-them authors, narrators, and vendors. If you love:  Romance books  Bookish podcasts  Indie romance authors  Sports romance  Forced proximity & one bed tropes  Bookstagram chaos  Christmas in July vibes …then this episode was made for you. Smutmas in the Smokies Details: 📍 Nashville, TN 📅 VIP Party: July 17, 2026 📅 Signing Day: July 18, 2026 🎟️ VIP tickets are SOLD OUT 🎟️ GA tickets are nearly gone Featuring:  55+ romance authors  Narrators  Vendors  Christmas-themed romance book chaos . . Follow Jess on Instagram Follow Smutmas in the Smokies on Instagram . . Apply to be a Guest on our show Sign up for our Substack Newsletter . . Support Our Show (May Include Affiliate Links) Amazon Product Links (Books, Shows, Products mentioned) Sponsorship or Ad Affiliate Inquiries Well Read Candle Company - WhatTheSmut10 saves you $$ Audible Free Trial Kindle Unlimited Free Trial . . Where to Find Us We are the most active on Instagram WhatTheSmutPodcast Cortney Mary Send us a DM, because we would love to hear from YOU! Send us a voice note Well Read Candle Co 10% Off WHATTHESMUT10 Support the show

    55 min

  5. May 12

    Popping Her Podcast Cherry: Debut Romance Author Laiken Rhodes Interview | Dark Romance, Secret Societies & Unhinged Writing

    Welcome back book besties to What the Smut Are You Talking About Podcast, your weekly dose of romance books, bookish chaos, and completely unhinged conversations about fictional men we absolutely should not trust but definitely do. Today we sit down with debut indie romance author Laiken Rhodes for her first-ever podcast interview. And yes, we did everything in our power to make it memorable. Laiken dives into her dark, twisty romance world filled with unreliable characters, secret societies, morally gray chaos, and enough plot twists to make your Kindle smoke. We talk about everything from her chaotic writing process (plotter? feral gremlin? answer: yes) to her obsession with tiny details readers will absolutely miss. We get into:  Writing dark romance with unreliable narrators and morally questionable decisions Building a secret society full of lies, betrayal, and emotional damage  The very questionable things she had to Google for research (yes, FBI watchlists were discussed)  Hidden details in Deceiving Their Minds that only Laiken is currently obsessed with  Cliffhangers, rapid releases, and why Book 2 is going to emotionally ruin you Of course, Cort and Mary also bring their usual chaos:  Diet Coke vs. water vs. “is coffee still acceptable at noon?”  Unhinged thoughts about laundry, gender double standards, and fictional immortality  Book recs, current reads, and why Kindle chargers are a myth created to torment us all If you love:   romance book podcasts   indie romance authors   dark romance, mafia romance vibes, and secret society chaos   unfiltered bookish conversations   morally gray men who should be arrested immediately …then this episode is your new personality. Grab your snacky snack, your beverage of choice (hydration optional), and come hang out with us as we officially ask the very important question: What the smut are we talking about this week? Follow Laiken Rhodes on Instagram Laiken Rhodes Books Laiken Rhodes Website . . Apply to be a Guest on our show Sign up for our Substack Newsletter . . Support Our Show (May Include Affiliate Links) Amazon Product Links (Books, Shows, Products mentioned) Sponsorship or Ad Affiliate Inquiries Well Read Candle Company - WhatTheSmut10 saves you $$ Audible Free Trial Kindle Unlimited Free Trial . . Where to Find Us We are the most active on Instagram WhatTheSmutPodcast Cortney Mary Send us a DM, because we would love to hear from YOU! Send us a voice note Well Read Candle Co 10% Off WHATTHESMUT10 Support the show

    30 min

  6. May 7 ·  Bonus

    Bonus Episode: Romance Author Victoria Wilder Interview | Bourbon Boys, Writing Journey & Bookish Chaos

    Surprise, you’re getting a BONUS episode this week!  Because we’re bringing back a fan-favorite author interview that mysteriously disappeared into the void (RIP old hosting platform 😤). But don’t worry, we fixed the audio, dusted it off, and now it’s back and better than ever. In this re-release episode of What the Smut Are You Talking About, Cortney sits down with romance author Victoria Wilder for a deep dive into her writing journey, the evolution of her career, and all things Bourbon Boys. And let me tell you… this one hits different now knowing where she is today. Growth? We LOVE to see it. Before we jump into the interview, we’re kicking things off with our usual chaotic catch-up:  Diet Coke addictions (yes, still thriving)  Granola in tea… because why not The Off-Campus TV adaptation excitement  Reality TV chaos  What we’re reading (hello accidental marriage + feral MMCs)  What we’re watching + binge-worthy recs Then we roll into the main event… In this episode with Victoria Wilder, we chat about:  Her journey from corporate burnout to full-time romance author  How she found (and fell HARD for) the romance book world  Writing romantic suspense, small town romance, and found family vibes  Building the Bourbon Boys series and what makes it so addictive  Indie publishing vs traditional paths  Character creation, tropes she loves  Balancing motherhood, creativity, and finding your identity again Plus, we talk spice, storytelling, and why her books stick with you long after you finish them. If you love:  Romance books (spicy, emotional, unhinged… all of it)  Bookish podcasts that feel like a chaotic girls’ night  Behind-the-scenes author chats  Small town romance + romantic suspense  Found family and hate-to-love tension …then this episode is 1000% for you. Follow Victoria Wilder on Instagram Buy Victoria Wilder Books Victoria Wilder Website . . Apply to be a Guest on our show Sign up for our Substack Newsletter . . Support Our Show (May Include Affiliate Links) Amazon Product Links (Books, Shows, Products mentioned) Sponsorship or Ad Affiliate Inquiries Well Read Candle Company - WhatTheSmut10 saves you $$ Audible Free Trial Kindle Unlimited Free Trial . . Where to Find Us We are the most active on Instagram WhatTheSmutPodcast Cortney Mary Send us a DM, because we would love to hear from YOU! Send us a voice note Well Read Candle Co 10% Off WHATTHESMUT10 Support the show

    50 min

  7. May 5

    Kinks, Chaos, & Sports Romance | An Unhinged Chat with Romance Author C.L. Rose

    This week on What the Smut Are You Talking About, we are bringing the chaos and the spice with a very special guest, romance author C.L. Rose (aka Candice)  She’s an Amazon Top 100 bestseller, a true crime junkie, and the mastermind behind some of the most addictive spicy sports romance books out there right now. And yes… she might just unlock a new kink or two along the way. We’re diving deep into her writing process, how she’s pumping out absolute bangers, and the real behind-the-scenes of writing steamy emotional romance novels. Expect laughs, a little oversharing (okay, a lot), and the kind of unhinged thoughts that make you question everything, including your Google search history. Follow CL Rose on Instagram Buy CL Rose Books CL Rose Website . . Apply to be a Guest on our show Sign up for our Substack Newsletter . . Support Our Show (May Include Affiliate Links) Amazon Product Links (Books, Shows, Products mentioned) Sponsorship or Ad Affiliate Inquiries Well Read Candle Company - WhatTheSmut10 saves you $$ Audible Free Trial Kindle Unlimited Free Trial . . Where to Find Us We are the most active on Instagram WhatTheSmutPodcast Cortney Mary Send us a DM, because we would love to hear from YOU! Send us a voice note Well Read Candle Co 10% Off WHATTHESMUT10 Support the show

    43 min

  8. Apr 28

    We Found Our Soul Sister… and She Writes SPICY Slow Burns | An Interview with Romance Author, Carly Robyn

    This week on What the Smut Are You Talking About, we’re bringing the chaos AND the slow burn with indie romance author Carly Robyn. We’re talking Formula One romances, golden retriever MMCs, black cat heroines, and why Carly might just be the accidental queen of slow burn. Plus, fake dating, her new hockey romance series, mutual pining, and all the tropey goodness you know we live for. Carly spills on her writing process (plotter vs feral gremlin energy), the absolutely unhinged things she’s had to Google for “research,” and the tiny Easter eggs she hides in her books that you probably missed. Oh and there’s a LOT of Diet Coke talk… obviously. We also dive into:  Books we’re currently obsessed with  Reality TV chaos & binge-worthy recs Our unhinged thoughts of the week (because therapy is expensive)If you love spicy romance with heat, humor, and heart or you’re just here for the vibes... This is one episode that you don't want to miss. Grab your snacky snack, your emotional support beverage, and come hang out while we ask the important question: what the smut are we talking about this week? Don’t forget to rate, review, and follow so you never miss an episode of chaos! Want to connect with Carly?  Carly's Website Carly's Instagram Her Books on Amazon Apply to be a Guest on our show Sign up for our Substack Newsletter . . Support Our Show (May Include Affiliate Links) Amazon Product Links (Books, Shows, Products mentioned) Sponsorship or Ad Affiliate Inquiries Well Read Candle Company - WhatTheSmut10 saves you $$ Audible Free Trial Kindle Unlimited Free Trial . . Where to Find Us We are the most active on Instagram WhatTheSmutPodcast Cortney Mary Send us a DM, because we would love to hear from YOU! Send us a voice note Well Read Candle Co 10% Off WHATTHESMUT10 Support the show

    39 min
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What The Smut Are You Talking About Podcast is a romance book podcast where two smut-loving co-hosts bring their honest, unfiltered, and completely chaotic lives to the internet. We chat all things romance books, with a side of motherhood, pop culture, and Cortney's very unhealthy obsession with Diet Coke.  Each week is a surprise (even to us), because anything goes. Expect romance book deep dives, general book talk, fun interviews with people we have no business interviewing, and whatever else we spiral into along the way. This podcast is for romance readers 18+ who make reading their personality, thrive in chaos, and have an unhealthy obsession with fictional men who set unrealistic standards. If that's you, then welcome home.  Come listen to see What the Smut we're talking about this week!

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    WHAT THE SMUT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 What The Smut Are You Talking About
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