Bring Your Own: A Bookish Podcast for Romance Readers

Bring Your Own: A Bookish Podcast for Romance Readers

Author: Brandi, Kendra, & Kayla Language: English Episodes: 100
Tucked between the pages of your latest read, there's a conversation waiting to happen. Bring Your Own: A Bookish Podcast for Romance Readers is that conversation, hosted by three friends-Brandi, Kendra, and Kayla-who first connected online over a shared love of stories. This isn't a formal review show; it's the feeling of settling into a comfy chair with your most opinionated book-loving friends. Each episode captures their genuine, unfiltered dynamic as they dive into the books they adore, debate tropes and character choices, and pull back the curtain on the wider romance community. You'll hear them champion new authors, revisit old favorites, and share the unique joys and occasional frustrations that come with being dedicated readers. The charm of this podcast lies in its authentic camaraderie; the hosts' distinct personalities and deep passion for the genre make every discussion feel both personal and expansive. It's a space built for anyone who finishes a book and immediately needs to talk about it, offering thoughtful analysis, plenty of laughs, and the comforting sense that you've found your people. Tune in for a weekly dose of literary camaraderie that goes beyond the synopsis, straight to the heart of why we fall in love with stories in the first place.
Episodes
Our Mid-Year Check In; The Best Books of 2025 So Far | S5E18 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:55
It’s that time of year! We’re checking in to discuss our favorite reads of the year so far, our individual reading stats, and which books we think HAVE to make your TBR for the second half of 2025. Did we mention any of…
Listeners’ Bookish Hot Takes | Mini Ep [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:05
This week, we’re reacting to bookish hot takes as shared by our listeners! Join us on Patreon! Follow us on instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshe…
Bookish FMK | Mini Ep [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:32
This week, we play a fun game of FMK with book characters submitted by our Patreon subscribers! Join us on Patreon! Follow us on instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow…
Bad Reviews of 2025 Book Releases | Mini Ep [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:43
This week, we read through one-star reviews of the top Romance book releases of 2025 and take turns guessing the book based on the review! Join us on Patreon! Follow us on instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow Brandi @Brando…
Summer 2025 Book Releases to Have On Your Radar | S5E17 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:01
This week we’re sharing upcoming Romance and Fantasy books releasing in summer 2025! We’ll tell you which ones we’re dying to read and the ones we think you should skip. Join us on Patreon! Follow us on instagram @BringY…
Is Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry a Romance Novel? | S5E16 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:18
This week, we deep dive into Emily Henry’s latest release, “Great Big Beautiful Life” and whether or not the novel is a romance. We also share our current Emily Henry rankings and what we want to see from her in the futu…
Defending Book Couples We Hate ft. @ Kimmybookss | S5E15 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:04
This week, we’re joined by our good friend Kimmy from @Kimmybookss and take turns defending book couples we hate with a burning passion. Books include: The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han, Welcome To The Dark Side by…
Kendra’s Birthday Bash: Books every 27-Year-Old Should Read | S5E14 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:51
This week, we’re celebrating Kendra’s 27th birthday! She’ll share the books that defined her past year and what all 27 year olds should read. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON! 😁 Follow us on instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow Bra…
Say You’ll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez Deep Dive | S5E13 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:30
This week, we share our thoughts on Abby Jimenez’s “Say You’ll Remember Me,” which has been the topic of conversation on booktok and bookstagram since its release. Spoilers start at 37:20. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON! 😁 Fol…
Lyla Sage’s Last Ride at Rebel Blue Ranch | S5E12 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:28:58
#1 NYT best-selling author Lyla Sage is here this week to talk about the latest release in her Rebel Blue Ranch series, Wild & Wrangled! She walks us through her life since publishing Done and Dusted and teases what read…