The Story Is
Episodes
Ariel Sullivan Interview- Beneath, Conform, and What's Next
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hey SIPers! Today we have a VERY special guest. Ariel Sullivan is the author behind "Conform" the bestselling dystopian romance. Now, she&...
And The Oscar Goes To…
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back with a pop culture recap episode here on “The Story Is” podcast with Amanda Earle and Katie Mitchell! This week we’re chatting Osca...
Read All The Time, Disco Occasionally
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of ‘The Story Is’ Podcast with Amanda Earle and Katie Mitchell, we’re chatting Harry Style’s latest album, the biggest news in...
BREAKING NEWS: ACOTAR 6 and 7 Announcement
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back for a special episode of ‘The Story Is’ Podcast with Amanda Earle and Katie Mitchell! Sarah J Maas had an internet breaking Call Her ...
Daggermouth Hype, The Actor Awards, and Winter Institute
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Tuesday, SIPers! We’re back for another episode of ‘The Story Is’ Podcast with Amanda Earle and Katie Mitchell. Today we’re chatting all...
GRRM is SO back and Papa Trope Returns
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Tuesday, SIPers! We’re back for another episode of ‘The Story Is’ Podcast with Amanda Earle and Katie Mitchell. Today we’re chatting all...
Ruthless Boys: Broken Fae | Final Thoughts on Book 4
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We finished Broken Fae, Book 4 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti! In this episode of The Story Is Pod we're ...
Hudson Williams Hard Launch and Winter Olympics Tea
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Tuesday, SIPers! We’re back for another episode of ‘The Story Is’ Podcast with Amanda Earle and Katie Mitchell. Today we’re chatting our...
Ruthless Boys: Broken Fae (Chapter 16-30)
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for part 2 of Broken Fae, Book 4 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti! Apologies for Nigel in this episode. ...
Black Romance Authors To Add To Your TBR
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back and we’ve got a LOT of pop culture to get through today, SIPers. From conspiracy theories to true crime to highland cows?! Plus, we’...
Ruthless Boys: Broken Fae (Chapter 1-15)
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re kicking off Broken Fae, Book 4 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti! As always, NO spoilers in the comments...
Snow Place Like Home + Welcome Papa Trope
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We have a flip flopped episode today on The Story Is Podcast! We’re starting off with our book report and ending with some pop culture news. Also, p...
Ruthless Boys: Vicious Fae (Chapter 38-53)
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We finally finished Vicious Fae- and things are really picking up. In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, Katie and Amanda dive into part 3 (4??) of...
The Story Is Podcast with Meg Rosenthal
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's a very special episode today, SIPers! Our special guest is Meg Rosenthal, the Charlotte-based romance author with titles such as "The R...
Ruthless Boys: Vicious Fae (Chapter 28-37)
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, Katie and Amanda dive into part 2.5 (??) of Vicious Fae, Book 3 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Pe...
Harry Styles album, Milan Fashion Week, and Beckham Family Feud
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re chatting thoughts on Harry Styles’ new album cover for “Kiss All The Time, Disco Occasionally”, blind items from the Go...
Ruthless Boys: Vicious Fae (Chapter 18-27)
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, Katie and Amanda dive into part 2 of Vicious Fae, Book 3 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham...
Gonna Be Golden | Globes, PWMOV, and Unrivaled
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re chatting best dressed from the red carpet of the 2026 golden globes, major snubs from the night, our thoughts on the people w...
Ruthless Boys: Vicious Fae (Chapter 1-17)
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into part 1 of Vicious Fae, Book 3 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline P...
Stranger Things Finale and Airport Stories
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year, SIPers! In this episode, we’re sharing our biggest airport gripes, our thoughts on the stranger things final season, and Mary Cosby’...
We're Coming To The Cottage - Heated Rivalry Finale Recap
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*SURPRISE*! We're back for a special episode to discuss Episode 6: The Cottage of Heated Rivalry. And a few other pop culture moments to close ou...
Our Top 10 Reads of 2025
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s our final episode of the year! And we’re sharing our favorite reads of 2025. Did you guess our #1 pick? Follow Us:...
Ruthless Boys: Savage Fae (Chapter 31-43) | Final Recap
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We finished Savage Fae and we have a lot of thoughts! In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into the final recap of b...
Lottery Dreams and Hockey Rinks
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 'The Story Is' Podcast with Katie and Amanda! In this episode we're chatting the latest episodes of the breakout show, Heate...
Ruthless Boys: Savage Fae (Chapter 16-30)
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*cue Megan Thee Stallion* In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into part 2 of Savage Fae, book 2 of Ruthless Boys of t...
Heated Rivalry, Goodreads Awards, and Spotify Wrapped
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 'The Story Is' Podcast with Katie and Amanda! We're chatting our new favorite obsession, “Heated Rivalry” by Rachel Reid...
Ruthless Boys: Savage Fae (Chapter 1-15)
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re baaaack! In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into part 1 of Savage Fae, book 2 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac...
The Vilification of Romantasy Readers
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 'The Story Is' Podcast with Katie and Amanda! In this episode we're defending romantasy readers against recent hate, our tho...
Dark Fae: Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac | Final Thoughts on Book 1
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oh we are SO in it now. In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into the final part of Dark Fae, book 1 of Ruthless Boys ...
Something Wicked This Way Comes
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 'The Story Is' Podcast with Katie and Amanda! In this episode we're discussing our love of Jonathan Bailey, spooky premoniti...
Ruthless Boys: Dark Fae (Chapter 21-30) Recap
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into Dark Fae, book 1 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susa...
Brynne Weaver Interview | Tourist Season, Butcher & Blackbird Movie News, and More
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have a VERY special guest on 'The Story Is' Podcast, gang. #1 New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author, Brynne Weaver is joi...
Ruthless Boys: Dark Fae (Chapter 11-20) Recap
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into Dark Fae, book 1 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susa...
He Sees You When You're Sleeping | 5 Holiday Romance Book Recs
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 'The Story Is' Podcast with Katie and Amanda! In this episode we're discussing the drama surrounding the Stranger Things cas...
Ruthless Boys: Dark Fae Chapter 1-10
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into Dark Fae, book 1 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susa...
We Louvre Heists, Romance Books, and Lily Allen
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Story Is Podcast! In this episode, we're chatting about Lily Allen's album West End Girl (#revengetour), wtf is a quasi moon,...
Bush on Main 2: 2Bush 2Furious
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re BACK with your favorite romance book podcast! In this episode of ‘The Story Is’, Katie and Amanda talk about holiday movie traditions, our...
Zodiac Academy: The Reckoning | Final Thoughts on Book 3
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We finished Zodiac Academy: The Awakening and we have THOUGHTS! This is definitely our favorite book yet. The Twins' order is FINALLY revealed. ...
Zodiac Academy Book 3: The Reckoning Chapter 21–30
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're almost done with book 3 of Zodiac Academy: The Reckoning! Listen to our recap on chapters 21-30 including The Heirs discovering the Vega Tw...
The Life of a Book Girl
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back with your regularly scheduled programming to talk Taylor Swift’s 12th album, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s breakup, Bad Bunny Super...
Zodiac Academy 3: The Reckoning Chapter 11-20
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're back for part 2 of our Zodiac Academy: The Reckoning recap! This week Katie and Amanda follow chapter 11-20- learning more about Diego&apos...
The Story Is with Victoria Aveline
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In honor of spooky season, we decided it was time for some alien romance. Welcome to “The Story is Pod” with best-selling sci fi romance author, V...
Zodiac Academy Book 3: The Reckoning Chapter 1–10
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to ‘The Story Is’ Pod with Katie and Amanda! This week we’re starting the third book of the Zodiac Academy series, The Reckoning ...
1D Reunion, Reality TV News, and TSITP Finale
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Katie and Amanda chat Emmy wins. How did their predictions hold up?! We discuss the rumor mill around a potential one direction reuni...
Zodiac Academy: Ruthless Fae | Final Thoughts on Book Two
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We've made it to the end of Zodiac Academy Book 2! In this episode, we recap Chapter 21- the end, including the bonus chapter! Listen for our pre...
This Is What Dreams Are Made Of
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back with another episode of “The Story Is” Podcast! Katie and Amanda chat pop culture updates like Taylor Swift and It Ends With Us, cele...
Zodiac Academy 2: Ruthless Fae Chapter 11-20
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we continue our Zodiac Academy Book 2 journey! In today’s episode we’re exploring chapters 11-20 of Ruthless Fae by Caroline Peckham an...
Fall Romance Reads and BookTok ABCs
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your hosts Katie Mitchell and Amanda Earle discuss celebrity news ranging from the impact of fashion icons like Giorgio Armani to the...
Zodiac Academy 2: Ruthless Fae Chapter 1-10
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving into the second book of the Zodiac Academy series, Ruthless Fae by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti. Who killed Pr...
It's a Love Story
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're back with a Taylor episode! Sorry non-swifties, but we had to. In this episode, hosts Katie and Amanda discuss the breaking news of Taylor ...
Zodiac Academy: The Awakening | Final Thoughts on Book One
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Katie and Amanda delve into chapter 17 until the end of Zodiac Academy Book One. We chat about the falling star reveal, the school da...
The Summer I Got Back Into Romantasy
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Story Is, we’re talking about everything, literally. From the newest mamacita Mille Bobby Brown to our favorite Jeni’s Ice ...
Zodiac Academy: The Awakening Chapter 9-16
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Katie and Amanda dive into chapters 9 through 16 of Book 1, 'Zodiac Academy: The Awakening.' They chat about who they think...
TS12, Labubus, and What's On Our Fall TBR
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Story Is, Katie and Amanda discuss Taylor Swift's monumental appearance on the New Heights podcast with her boyfriend, Tra...
Welcome to The Zodiac Academy
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, the hosts Katie and Amanda dive into Zodiac Academy by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti for the very firs...
Las Culturistas and The Resurgence of Theater Kids
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Story is Podcast, Katie Mitchell and Amanda Earle catch up on their lives, discuss recent tiktok and culture events, and dive i...
AI Matchmaking, Sydney Sweeney, and Our Zodiac Academy Journey
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, Katie and Amanda chat about the latest additions to their beauty routines, American Eagle being out of pocket...
A Boy Band's Guide to Love
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Story is Pod, we share our concert experience with the Backstreet Boys in Vegas, a few ideas for romance books, and we FINALLY ...
It's Not a Phase, It's a Lifestyle
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Katie and Amanda share their excitement for the upcoming Backstreet Boys concert and peak millennial nostalgia. They discuss the rece...
Kiss of The Basilisk, Dramione Fanfic Controversy, and Antipasto-Gate
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're back with a regular episode this week! We finally deep dive into Kiss of The Basilisk by Lindsay Straube, share our thoughts on the summer ...
Breaking News: Sarah J. Maas is BACK
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BREAKING NEWS FROM SJM! In this episode, Katie and Amanda discuss the latest update from one of the biggest names in romantasy, Sarah J. Maas. After d...
If James Bond was a book boyfriend
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 6 of The Story is Podcast, Katie Mitchell and Amanda Earle discuss the latest pop culture and booktok news including- The Diddy verdict and...
The Story Is...with Kate Stewart
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Story Is, hosts Katie Mitchell and Amanda Earle sit down with USA Today bestselling author Kate Stewart! Known for the Ravenhoo...
Karen Read and Monster Smut: The Duality of Women
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 4 of The Story is Podcast, Katie Mitchell and Amanda Earle discuss the latest pop culture and booktok news including- The Karen Read verdic...
Sabrina Carpenter, Taylor Swift, and Problematic Summer Romance
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 3 of The Story is Podcast, Katie Mitchell and Amanda Earle discuss the latest pop culture and booktok news including- Sabrina Carpenter&apo...
The Ravenhood Series, Caught Up Drama, and Internet Crushes for The Chronically Online
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 2 of The Story is Podcast, Katie Mitchell and Amanda Earle discuss the latest pop culture and booktok news including- the Caught Up/Teddy H...
Welcome to The Story Is Podcast
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to "The Story Is Podcast" by Katie and Amanda! Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, we're two women who love all things pop cult...