Book Barn Book Club
Welcome to the Book Barn Book Club! Join your hosts, Lasha and Lanie, as we discuss our monthly book club selections, share our thoughts on titles from our personal libraries, and have candid conversations with special guests! You can also look forward to our adorable "Library for Littles" episodes. Tune in as two longtime friends chat about books, authors, friendships, and anything else that comes to mind. We hope to help you discover your next great read and keep your bookmarks bouncing!
New podcast episodes drop twice a month on the second and fourth Tuesdays, with the occasional bonus episode. Subscribe now so you won't miss a thing. We’re thrilled to share this journey with you... so let's talk books!
Episodes
24 episodes
4th Graders Take the Mic: Book Reviews & Jokes Galore
In this episode, we dive into the imaginative world of 4th graders as they share their thoughts on some fantastic books! Join us for an episode filled with engaging reviews, insights, and plenty of laughter!Max begins with an exploration...
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Episode 23
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26:52
Book Club: The Tattooist of Auschwitz
In this episode, we discuss our February book club book, The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris. We explore the true story of Lale Sokolov, a Jewish man who finds love during unimaginable times. We discuss the history of the Holocaust, th...
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Episode 22
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24:31
Book Talk: Suspense, Fantasy, Romance and More!
In this episode, we dive into three different genres: a thrilling suspense, a captivating fantasy, and a heartfelt romance.Books Reviewed: The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros...
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Episode 21
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26:48
Book Club: The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman plus our library picks
In this episode, we discuss our book club book, The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman! It’s a clever and witty mystery that brings together an unlikely group of retirees to solve a cold case. Additionally, we each share our own personal lib...
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Episode 20
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30:23
Corrin DaCosta Shares Insights on Writing Her Debut Novel, Dead Daddy Issues
Join us in the Book Barn as we have a candid conversation with the talented Corrin DaCosta! In this episode, we explore some of her background, writing process, and get a peek into her debut novel, Dead Daddy Issues. Keep up with Corrin...
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Episode 19
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31:54
Book Club: Atomic Habits and The Anxious Generation with guest Melissa McGlothin
In this episode, hosts Lasha and Lanie are joined by Melissa McGlothin, a member of the Book Barn Book Club Facebook group. They discuss The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, and December’s book club book, Atomic Habits by James Clear. The ...
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Episode 18
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30:17
Book Club: One Day in December by Josie Silver with guest Amy Rash
In this episode, hosts Lasha and Lanie are joined by book club member, Amy. They share holiday traditions and discuss November's book club book, One Day in December by Josie Silver. Do you believe in love at first sight?&nbs...
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Episode 17
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25:00
Book Talk: A Lineage of Grace by Francine Rivers with guest Gina Guidie
In this episode, hosts Lasha and Lanie are joined by special guest Gina Guidie for an insightful discussion of A Lineage of Grace by Francine Rivers. This beloved novel, which explores the lives of five women from the Bible, offers a p...
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Episode 16
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22:08
Book Club: Nicholas Sparks and Counting Miracles with guest Stacy Higgs
Join us for a fun bookish conversation with our friend, Stacy Higgs. Books* and Authors mentioned: Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak Books by author Pat Conro...
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Episode 15
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30:59
Bonus Littles Episode with Guests Graig and Dexter
Join Lasha and Lanie as they test their comedic skills in this fun bonus episode! You'll also hear jokes from special guests Graig and Dexter, along with their book reviews.
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Episode 14
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12:15
Book Talk: Freida McFadden's The Housemaid with guest Sarah Hammer
Prepare for spooky season! In this episode, we’re thrilled to have Sarah Hammer, Lanie's daughter-in-law, joining us. We dive into The Housemaid by Freida McFadden and share our thoughts on a few of her other titles. Plus, we exchange ...
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Episode 13
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26:03
Book Club: Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney
In this episode, we may have some SPOILERS as we talk about the Book Barn Book Club's September read, Daisy Darker. We enjoyed this psychological thriller from author Alice Feeney.
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Episode 12
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30:56
Bonus • Q&A Episode
Join us as we spill the tea! Lasha and Lanie answer your burning questions and share some listener book recommendations.
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Episode 11
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13:06
Books for Littles: Reviews, Readings and Interviews with Lanie's Granddaughters
In our third Library for Littles episode, two of Lanie’s granddaughters, Scarlett and Alaina Kay, are in the Book Barn. Scarlett recommends Amulet by Kazu Kibuishi and tries her hand at interviewing. G-mama and Alaina Kay read Brown...
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Episode 10
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14:42
Book Club: The Happiest Man on Earth | The Sun Does Shine
In this episode, we sit down for a candid conversation with Angela Edwards. We may have some SPOILERS as we talk about the Book Barn Book Club's September memoirs, The Happiest Man on Earth by Eddie Jaku and The Sun Does Shin...
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Episode 9
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29:14
Book Talk: Hello Beautiful | Someone Else's Shoes | A Good Bad Boy
In this episode, we review an earlier book club selection and two books from our personal libraries.A previous book club book:Hello Beautiful by Ann NapolitanoA story of love, loss, and forgivenessLanie’s Librar...
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Episode 8
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18:29
Bonus • Back-to-School and Books for Littles: Sticks and Stones | Miss Spider's Tea Party
In this back-to-school bonus episode, we delve into the power of kindness through two delightful books: Sticks and Stones by Patricia Polacco and Miss Spider's Tea Party by David Kirk. Simple acts of kindness can make a big di...
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Episode 7
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7:57
Bonus • Movie vs. Book: It Ends with Us and Lanie's thoughts on Stephen King's You Like It Darker
In this bonus episode, we continue our discussions from two previous episodes. Join us as we welcome two of our book club friends for a deep dive into the movie, It Ends with Us. We also get out of our comfort zone and read Stephen Kin...
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Episode 6
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21:00
Book Club: Colleen Hoover's It Ends with Us plus a guest interview with Ahlayna McPherson
In this episode, we sit down for a candid conversation with Ahlayna McPherson. We may have some SPOILERS as we talk about the Book Barn Book Club's August read, It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover.Links: ...
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Episode 5
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23:40
Book Talk: None of This Is True | Remarkably Bright Creatures | West with Giraffes
In this episode, we review three stories. We chat about how we know each other, while looking through a high-school yearbook from 1990. And we share how we rate the books we've read. Books mentioned:A previous book club bo...
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Episode 4
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23:28
Books for Littles: Dinosaur Roar | The Watsons Go to Birmingham-1963
In our first Library for Littles, Lasha and her granddaughter, Lila, give a fun review of Dinosaur Roar by Paul Strickland and Henrietta Strickland. Lanie has a recommendation for older children, The Watsons Go to Birmingha...
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Episode 3
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12:06
Candid Conversations with Shane Hammer about You Like It Darker by Stephen King
In this episode, we sit down with special guest Shane Hammer to delve into Stephen King’s collection of short stories, You Like It Darker. Tune in as Shane explores King’s unique and masterful storytelling.
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Episode 2
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48:30