Reading & Ranting
Episodes
Introducing R&R Seasons + Summer Break Update!
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey besties, Karly and Mia have an exciting announcement for y'all! Reading & Ranting is officially announcing seasons - and this is the official ...
Great Big Beautiful Life Deep Dive
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Karly and Mia are diving deep into A Great Big Beautiful Life, the brand-new release from their favorite rom-com author, Emily Hen...
Is Dating Rigged?
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your favorite podcast hosts are spiraling over how dating in your 20s seriously feels like a man’s world. Why is it that guys can go on three dates ...
Pitching A Book To A Friend Part 2
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mia & Karly are back and swapping book recs like it’s their full-time job (they wish it was)! This week, Karly dives into People We Meet on Vaca...
25 at 25 - Life Lessons from Books
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Mia’s birthday, and she’s turning 25 in the most on-brand way possible - by making it about books. In this special solo episode, she reflec...
SJM Rankings & Defrosting for Spring
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Okay besties, time for a heated debate… Mia & Karly are dropping their official Sarah J. Maas book rankings! In this episode, the girls rank all...
Reading & Life Updates (Karly is Back from Down Under)
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Karly is finally back from her incredible two week trip to Australia! Now that the besties and co hosts are reunited, they’re here to tell all about...
Taylor Swift By The Book Pt. 2 (Lover - TTPD)
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Besties, welcome back for part two of Mia’s deep dive into Taylor Swift’s literary influences! With Karly still off living her best life in Austra...
Taylor Swift By The Book Pt. 1 (Debut - Reputation)
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been a long time coming… Karly may be off living her Wildest Dreams in Australia, but Mia is here with a solo episode topic she’s been wait...
Psychoanalyzing Xaden & the Existential Crisis of Choosing a City
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mia & Karly are still deep in their Onyx Storm hangover, so naturally, it’s time for a full-blown therapy session psychoanalyzing Xaden Riorson....
How to Cure Your Onyx Storm Hangover
15 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Karly & Mia are here to save you from that post-Onyx Storm book hangover! If you’re still reeling from the emotional rollercoaster and just can'...
Onyx Storm Reactions & Deep Dive
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
FULL Spoilers for the Empyrean series by Rebecca Yarros! Cadets, welcome to Battle Brief! Mia, Karly & book bestie Gill are here to break down Ony...
Surviving January & The Year of Dramione
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2025 is already off to a chaotic start, but at least the Dramione girlies are winning! This year, three iconic fics are getting traditionally publishe...
Onyx Storm Theories
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
IT’S TIIIIIIIIIME!! Karly & Mia (along with book bestie Gill) are headed back to Basgiath War College to celebrate the upcoming release of Onyx ...
Current Reads & 2025 Ins and Outs
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey besties, Karly & Mia are reunited at last (AKA going 3 weeks without seeing each other) and are recapping their current reads. The girls could...
Mia's 2024 Best Reads & Lessons Learned
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Mia kicks off 2025 by reflecting on her top 10 reads of 2024 and the lessons that shaped her year. She’s dropping short and sw...
Holiday Movies & Euro Trip Recap
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays are here, and Karly & Mia are bringing you the ultimate cozy-girl movie list for the season. The girls break down their must-watch ho...
The Bindle Punk Duology with Author Desideria Mesa
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Reading & Ranting is making history with its first-ever author guest, Desideria Mesa! Desi, the brilliant mind behind the Bindle Punk Duology (Bin...
Dramione Recs & Dealing with Loneliness
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey besties, we've got another solo episode for you today! Karly is taking the reins on this one, diving deep into her longstanding addiction—Dramio...
Winter TBRs & Addictive Personalities
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mia & Karly are back from their one-week hiatus to Europe (we missed you besties!) to help you update your Goodreads and build your winter TBR. Be...
The 2024 U.S. Presidential Election: Our Thoughts
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Waking up as a woman in this country last week was… difficult to say the least. Karly & Mia are here to offer up their thoughts, feelings, and s...
Reading BookTok Books So You Don’t Have To Part 2
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Please note: this episode was planned and recorded before the results of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election. While we are still processing the events...
SJM Subplots & Single Girl Rights
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do any of these Sarah J. Maas quotes live in your head rent-free? “He never married. And even when he was an old man, I’d sometimes see him sittin...
Audiobook Virgins & Adulting 101
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know fan-made audiobooks of Dramione fanfics exist? Well, Karly does. Recently, your favorite podcast hosts have been dipping their toes into ...
Flesh & Fire Series by Jennifer Armentrout Deep Dive
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, the girls welcome their best friend Gillian—a fellow book bestie and Karly’s childhood best friend! Yes, if you remember Karly talking abou...
How To Be a Better Reader & Why Romantasy Is Redefining Women’s Standards
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mia & Karly are here to help you go from “I wish I could read more” to “I accidentally read a 700-page romantasy in one day and now I need t...
Classics for Fall… Groundbreaking
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
While fantasy fall has officially kicked off, it’s time to take a step back and dive into the timeless works of classic literary giants like Charlot...
When the Moon Hatched & One Year of R&R
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special anniversary episode of Reading & Ranting, Karly & Mia are celebrating their one-year milestone by diving into a spoiler-free d...
Romantasy Icks and Career Moves
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fantasy romance books… we know them, we love them, and they’re great for escapism but sometimes… things just get cringe. Mia & Karly are tal...
Book Lovers by Emily Henry
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, the girls are diving into one of their favorite author’s novels, Book Lovers by Emily Henry. Between exploring the book’s ...
Stages of the Maasiverse & Fall Feels
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Come one come all, Mia & Karly are talking about how to spread the gospel (Maasiverse) to your friends. Spoilers ahead, so listen at your own risk...
Heal Your Inner Book Girl & Stop Living to Please Others
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey besties! Welcome to the first R&R solo episode, where Mia's taking the reins to revisit the books that shaped her childhood and how reconnecti...
How To Cure Your SJM Hangover Part Two
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Inspired by a recent trip to Barnes & Noble and curating their fall romantasy reads, Mia & Karly are back with part two of their ultimate Sara...
The Art of Pitching a Book to a Friend
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, join Mia & Karly as they dive into the art of pitching a book to a friend. Mia kicks things off with a pitch for Quicksilver...
House Of The Dragon Season Two Review
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Okay besties, welcome to Westeros! Mia & Karly are breaking down their thoughts on House of the Dragon Season Two. TL;DR, the plot was definitely ...
Book Q&A with Karly and Mia
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover Karly and Mia’s book preferences in today’s Q&A episode! The two are asking each other questions they’ve never asked before, rangin...
Microtropes & Euro Summer
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Mia & Karly are breaking down their favorite oddly specific book tropes. From knife-wielding heroines (The Cruel Prince), dramatic "who...
Texts from an Ex
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Karly & Mia’s opinion, one of the worst jumpscares you can receive is a text from your ex. And that begs the question: how do you respond? Th...
Happy Place
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Karly & Mia are completely enamored with Emily Henry's "Happy Place," set against a coastal Maine backdrop which, be warned, sparks an intense cra...
SJM Presidential Debate: Aelin vs. Rhysand
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In honor of using fantasy faerie books to escape reality, today’s episode takes a special twist on last week’s U.S. presidential debate, Maasivers...
Reading BookTok Books So You Don’t Have To Part 1
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
POV: you finally picked up that “FIVE STAR MUST READ” book you’ve seen all over BookTok, and it left you less than satisfied. Well you’re in l...
Eloise Bridgerton is So Real for Wanting Single Friends
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dearest Gentle Listeners, Karly & Mia are back with their thoughts on Bridgerton Season Three Part Two! To be honest, the girls feel like Part One...
Hunger Games x Ozempic
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dystopian is so back baby. Karly & Mia’s jaws were on the floor when they heard the news that Suzanne Collins is dropping Sunrise on the Reaping...
Why We’re Gay For The SJM Girlies
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Pride Month! In the wise words of Chappell Roan, what we really need is a… femininomenon! And Sarah J. Maas consistently delivers. Today, Karl...
Book Wars: Dystopian Edition
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today Karly & Mia are throwing it back to the 2010s YA Dystopian Fiction era and diving into the worlds of "Shatter Me" by Tahereh Mafi and "Uglie...
Dearest Gentle Reader, Bumble Fumbled
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What’s that song playing in the background? Oh… no… it’s actually just the carriage scene with classical Pitbull in the background. Brace your...
What Makes a Five-Star Read and Our Biggest Flops
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered what makes a book a 5 star read? Although it varies from person to person (see also: “I didn’t say it was a GOOD book, I sa...
Funny Story
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Emily Henry has done it again folks! Join the girls as they dissect Funny Story, arguably their first 5-star read of 2024! With forced proximity, frie...
Rules for Hot Girl Summer
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
While Karly & Mia’s relationship status has remained firmly single in the dating world, their relationship status with reading has taken a turn,...
Psychoanalyzing Rhysand
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It was all over when Karly & Mia realized Rhys is pronounced Reese, and therefore Rhysand is not, in fact, pronounced Rice-and. In this episode, K...
Book Boyfriends Pt. 2 & NYC Reunion
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join the girls for round two of swoon-worthy book boyfriends and their personal two cents on the latest BookTok drama. With men questioning why women ...
Lightlark by Alex Aster
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is a special review of the Lightlark series by Alex Aster! Karly & Mia received their first ever gifted book PR, the Lightlark s...
Literary Libations and Cinematic Conversations
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, you did read the title right - Karly & Mia do more than read - they sometimes watch movies and TV too. However, in line with their entire per...
Entering Our Hater Era
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mia & Karly are officially entering their hater era… AKA talking about the characters they love to hate from their favorite books. From Tamlin's...
Book Girls Try Dating
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Karly & Mia are giving you every tip you’ll ever need to build a book community. Whether it’s striking up a conversation with your loca...
Celebrating Our 6 Month Anniversary with Rebecca Ross
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New standard unlocked: emotionally charged love letters from an anonymous pen pal that lead to a love so strong it *literally* transcends godly powers...
Reading & Life Slumps
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Picture this: You just devoured a book so good, it left you in an emotional and fragile state. You're in a complete book hangover, stuck in literary l...
The Three Ps: Plated Prisoner & (Second) Puberty
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had a book boyfriend with literal spikes coming out of his skin? Well, after this episode you will! Karly & Mia are diving headfirst...
Welcome to Camp Half-Blood
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If Rick Riordan has no fans, then Mia & Karly are dead. In today’s episode, your fav podcast hosts are diving into the latest adaptation of the ...
To Finish or Not To Finish
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Your favorite podcast hosts are here to tackle the eternal struggle of whether to push through a book or give it the ol' DNF (Did Not Finish) treatmen...
House of Flame and Shadow Reactions & Deep Dive
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Calling all Sarah J. Maas loyalists (which, if you’re listening to this podcast, we hope you already are), it’s the moment we’ve all been waitin...
The Maasiverse AKA Our Superbowl
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
IT’S TIMEEEE - *cue Mariah Carey voice* We’ve almost been waiting a whole year to record this one, because in today’s episode, Karly & Mia a...
Two Girls, One Ski Trip, Zero Limes
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you listened to last week’s episode, then you know Mia & Karly were reunited in Aspen and had one too many spicy margaritas. This week, they’...
Crescent City Deep Dive
13 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Karly & Mia will be diving into their favorite fantasy zootopia, the world of Crescent City by Sarah J. Maas. Between Fae, A...
New Year, New Me
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to our Reading & Ranting 2024 debut! In the spirit of diving into a new year in their 20s, in today’s episode Karly & Mia break d...
A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) Deep Dive
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another ACOTAR themed episode. Sick of it yet? Not us. In today’s episode, Karly & Mia dive into the A Court of Thorns and ...
Beach Read & Our Bust-a-Nut Foundation
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Buckle up besties -- class is in session. The course? All things female orgasm. Today’s episode features our first ever R&R guest, self-proclaim...
Throne of Glass Deep Dive
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While Karly & Mia normally have zero chill, they will ABSOLUTELY lose their shit if you mention the title “Throne of Glass.” Be prepared for...
Book Besties & Long Distance Friendships
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From initially bonding over ACOTAR to the nostalgia of childhood booknerd-dom, Karly & Mia explore the profound impact of reading on their friends...
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year: Harry Potter Season
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the first thing you think of when you imagine winter, a cozy snow day, or Christmas? Harry Potter? Us too. If Harry Potter is your ultim...
The Astrology of the SJM Universe and Manifesting 101
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do zodiac signs, manifesting, and Mia & Karly’s birth charts have in common? Hint: Today’s episode covers all three. As the resident astr...
How to Cure your ACOTAR Hangover with Carissa Broadbent
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you or a loved one experienced withdrawal upon finishing a Sarah J. Maas book? Well, Karly & Mia are here to give you the ultimate hangover c...
Iron Flame Reactions & Deep Dive
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Fourth Wing and Basgiath War College CONTINUE in Rebecca Yarros’ latest book, Iron Flame, the sequel to Fourth Wing and continuation of The Empy...
Spice Scenes and Horrible Hookups
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is going to be hotter than a spicy margarita (conveniently, also Karly & Mia’s drink of choice.) What makes a good spice scene...
Karly’s Secret Addiction (Dramione)
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It all started with one fanfiction (*cough* Manacled) and ultimately led to a full-blown addiction. Today, Karly & Mia will be discussing (more li...
Our Favorite Book Tropes
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you an enemies to lovers girly? Or perhaps grumpy sunshine tickles your fancy? Is found family your comfort trope? In today’s episode, Karly ...
Climb The Mountain
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“For every Nesta out there - climb the mountain.” Sarah J. Maas wrote this on the dedication page of A Court of Silver Flames, and truer words hav...
Q&A with Karly & Mia
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Surprise bonus episode! We know absolutely no one asked for it, but you can get to know your favorite book podcast co-hosts a little better with today...
Character Development: Between the Pages of Books & Our Own Lives
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all had that one book character growing up that resonated with us more than anything (refer to Mia wearing the Katniss Everdeen braid to middl...
Welcome to the Fourth Wing
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A dragon without its rider is a tragedy, a rider without their dragon is dead. Welcome to the Fourth Wing. *internally screams* In today’s epis...
Book Boyfriends Are Better
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Who needs a real boyfriend when you have a a fictional boyfriend and a vibrator? This is the question Mia and Karly have been asking for the last year...
Sarah J. Maas’ Latest Victims
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We know you’ve been waiting for this one besties. In today’s episode, Mia and Karly will explain the absolute CHOKEHOLD Sarah J. Maas, author of t...
Welcome to Reading & Ranting
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Follow along with coworkers Mia and Karly as the duo dives into their reading journeys. First, they’ll begin where it all started, as childhood gift...