18 episodes

Welcome to Ready to be Romanced! Host Torry, from the sassy pop culture hit Ready to be Petty: A Pop Culture Podcast brings her signature wit to discuss and dissect the latest romance novels including: reviews, recaps, and #BookTok trends. Whether you’re a die-hard romance novel enthusiast or a casual reader looking for your next escape, Ready to be Romanced is the podcast that will keep you entertained, informed, and laughing out loud!

Ready to Be Romanced: A Romance Novel Podcast All Things Petty

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    • 4.7 • 13 Ratings

Welcome to Ready to be Romanced! Host Torry, from the sassy pop culture hit Ready to be Petty: A Pop Culture Podcast brings her signature wit to discuss and dissect the latest romance novels including: reviews, recaps, and #BookTok trends. Whether you’re a die-hard romance novel enthusiast or a casual reader looking for your next escape, Ready to be Romanced is the podcast that will keep you entertained, informed, and laughing out loud!

    The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren

    The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren

    In chapter 16, Torry (she/her) and Becky Feldman (she/her) from Too Stupid To Live: Romance Reviews $5 and Under recap The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren (11:09). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:10:28).
    Content Warning: Discussion about sexual assault survivors between 56:17-1:02:22. Take care!
    Spoiler Warning: While we explore The Unhoneymooners in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.
    Becky’s Previous Appearances
    Episode 144: Petty about Kylie Jenner’s Tiktoks, Plastic Surgery in Hollywood, and Lea Michele at the Tonys
    Episode 123: Petty about The Price of Glee, Harry and Meghan Part 1, and Katie Holmes’ 2000s Look
    Listen to Torry and Becky discuss The Worst Guy on Too Stupid To Live.
    Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.
    Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.
    Music by Simon Tebbenham.

    • 1 hr 34 min
    Book Lovers by Emily Henry (with Kirsten MacInnis)

    Book Lovers by Emily Henry (with Kirsten MacInnis)

    In chapter 15, Torry (she/her) and Kirsten MacInnis (she/her) from Mess Magnets and Hot Dummies on Islands recap Book Lovers by Emily Henry (8:36). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:09:48). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:25:27).
    Content Warning: Brief discussion about death of a parent throughout the episode. Take care!
    Spoiler Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the book: Book Lovers. 
    Kirsten’s Previous Appearances
    Patreon 62: Ranking Fandom Names (Part 2)
    Patreon 57: Ranking Fandom Names (Part 1)
    Patreon 28: The Selena, Justin, and Hailey Relationship Timeline
    Patreon 16: 2023 Pop Culture Predictions
    Episode 110: Petty about the Latest in Kardashian News, the Queen, and Jennifer Lawrence’s Return (with Kirsten MacInnis)
    Episode 78: Petty about Celebrity Big Brother, Celebrity Pregnancy Announcements, and Standing Pants Only (with Kirsten MacInnis)
    Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.
    Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.
    Music by Simon Tebbenham.

    • 1 hr 30 min
    The Fine Print by Lauren Asher

    The Fine Print by Lauren Asher

    In chapter 14, Torry (she/her) and Kelly Reynolds (she/her), author and host of Boobies & Noobies, recap The Fine Print by Lauren Asher (8:59). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (51:09).
    Spoiler Warning: While we explore The Fine Print in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book. 
    Kelly’s Previous RTBR Appearances
    Episode 91: Petty about This Day, Tiktokkers, and Met Gala Looks
    Episode 54: Petty about the Misconceptions of Romance Novels
    Check out Kelly’s books, the Honeywood Fun Park series, and the Mad World series mentioned in the episode.
    Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.
    Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.
    Music by Simon Tebbenham.

    • 1 hr 9 min
    A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas

    A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas

    In chapter 13, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas (5:05). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:05:48).
    Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Court of Frost and Starlight in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.
    Megan’s Previous RTBR Appearances
    A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas
    Twilight by Stephenie Meyer
    A Court of Mist and Fury (Part 3) by Sarah J. Maas
    A Court of Mist and Fury (Parts 1 and 2) by Sarah J. Maas
    A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
    Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.
    Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.
    Music by Simon Tebbenham.

    • 1 hr 21 min
    A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas

    A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas

    In chapter 12, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas (5:36). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:20:18). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:47:36).
    Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Court of Wings and Ruin in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book. 
    Megan’s Previous RTBR Appearances
    Twilight by Stephenie Meyer
    A Court of Mist and Fury (Part 3) by Sarah J. Maas
    A Court of Mist and Fury (Parts 1 and 2) by Sarah J. Maas
    A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
    Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.
    Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.
    Music by Simon Tebbenham.

    • 1 hr 56 min
    The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 2)

    The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 2)

    In chapter 11, Torry (she/her) and Haley Strong (she/her) from the Bachelor RHAP-ups and  Beyond Top Chef All Stars RHAP-up recap The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn (4:03). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:07:52).
    Next they discuss season 2 of Bridgerton (1:16:14). Finally, Torry and Haley get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop of the tv show (1:34:13).
    Spoiler Warning: While we explore The Viscount Who Loved Me/Bridgerton Season 2 in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.
    Haley’s Previous Appearances
    The Duke and I by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 1)
    Patreon 45: The 1989 World Tour Guest List
    Episode 138: Petty about the Barbie Trailer, ‘Til Death Do Us Part, and Bravo Binges
    Episode 88: Petty about Bachelor Nation News and and the Bennifer Engagement
    Check out the RTBP episode about Bridgerton season 2 mentioned in the episode.
    Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.
    Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.
    Music by Simon Tebbenham.

    • 1 hr 50 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
13 Ratings

13 Ratings

Mdubbs3 ,

Fun and validating chats!

Loving Torry’s new podcast. She and her guests recap a variety of classic, popular, and at times controversial romance novels. What I love most - besides the banter we know and love from Torry - is the frank conversation about each book. Even with books they loved, Torry and her guests are able to air out things that didn’t make sense or annoyed them - very validating in a space that sometimes only lavishes praise. Early favorite episodes are the ACOTAR recaps and Love, Theoretically. Excited for more!

middie888 ,

Torry is awesome

Such an entertaining podcast with great romance novel recaps!

user417915 ,

Every pick is great!

I have loved reading new books and listening to the episode afterwards. Every recommendation has been a fun read!

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