Best Cottagecore Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 108 - Recent Reads: 9 Historical & Regency Romance Books | Spring Cottagecore Vibes 57:04

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During the spring months, I was in the mood for all things cottagecore and Regency Romance stories. I read some amazing historical romance books and found a couple of new all-time favorites. Come find out which titles I read in March and April. You can find the companion blog here. Books I Review in This Episode: The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner…

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Enchanted by Nature [The Sims 4 Expansion Pack] 30:45

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The Sims team has announced one of the most promising packs to date - Enchanted by Nature! We finally get fairies, gnomes scare Makenzie even more than before, and Jacy's rags-to-riches stories are about to get a whole lot raggier. Enchanted by Nature is bringing tons of new gameply features alongside some incredible new items and looks...but will …

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Ep. 109 - Recent Reads: 2 Thrillers & 3 Fantasy Books | New Favorite Authors & a 5-Star Read 44:25

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I needed to mix up my spring reading list with a couple of thrillers by two of my favorite authors and try some new fantasy authors. I even had a five-star read in the mix! Come find out which five books I read in March and April. You can find the companion blog here. Books I Review in This Episode: Survive the Night by Riley Sager Hidden Bodies by…

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Spoilers! 44:04

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We tackle one of the most controversial topics in video games - SPOILERS!! It's nearly impossible to avoid them in today's day and age without being completely offline, but we have some opinions on what is and isn't a spoiler. We're sure we have some hot takes on this one so join us on Discord and other social media to tell us your thoughts on what…

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🎧Mad Scientist's Lab Ambience 1:01:15

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🎧 For optimal immersion, strap on those headphones. Let every hiss, buzz and bubbling brew crawl into your ears! 🔬✨ Welcome… to my laboratory. Ah! I see you've wandered in. Excellent, excellent! Do come closer ... don't mind the wires on the floor or the glowing beaker... it only explodes sometimes. Here in my lab, the air is thick with possibility…

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Ep. 107 - 12 Books with Summer Vibes | June TBR Book List 46:39

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Summertime is here, and I’m ready to read all the books with summer vibes or perfect beach reads. Come find out the 12 titles I’m excited to check out this month. *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of these books yet, but they all sound interesting to me, so I'm excited to read them at some point. You can find …

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Ep. 106 - Recent Reads: 7 Contemporary Romance Books | New Releases & My New All-Time Favorite RomCom 1:05:55

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I read seven contemporary romance books in March and April. A couple of them were brand-new releases, AND I found my new all-time favorite romcom book. Come find out which romance titles I read this spring. You can find the companion blog here. Books I Review in This Episode: Swept Away by Beth O’Leary It Starts with Us by Colleen Hoover Counting M…

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🎧Rowing Through the Foggy Lake at Night | Mysterious and Peaceful Moonlit Ambience 59:59

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🎧To fully explore the soundscape, we recommend using headphones. 🌙Experience the quiet of a night-time lake, shrouded in fog. Gentle paddling, drifting water and distant natural sounds form a minimal ambient soundscape—calm, spacious, and introspective. Ideal for relaxation, meditation or as a subtle background while you explore your inner world. _…

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Blue Prince 1:04:10

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Watch out Nancy, the hottest new first-person mystery puzzle game has entered the scene! Blue Prince is a stunning new puzzle game about a boy, a mystical estate, and the secrets his family has hidden away inside. Despite barely scratching the surface (because you know we're bad at game), we already have to much to discuss and we can only imagine w…

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Ep. 105 - Celebrating 2 Years of the BNB Podcast | Birthday Book Tag | Plus a Special Announcement 1:23:07

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The Bookmarks ‘n Blankets Podcast is turning two years old! I can’t believe I’ve been hosting this show for so long and have over 100 episodes. Amazing! Come celebrate with me as I reflect on a wonderful 24 months of this exciting venture. I will share my favorite books in my favorite genres from the past two years, answer questions from the annive…

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🎧 Dragonbloom Meadow | Calm Wind, Flowers & Distant Wings, Breath Sounds 59:59

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🌷Far beyond the known realms lies a hidden valley where dragons go not to fight, but to rest. Dragonbloom Meadow is a vast field of wildflowers and gentle hills, bathed in soft light and caressed by endless breezes. In the stillness of this moment, a great dragon rests. Its massive body is curled gently among the flowers, its breathing slow and ste…

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Ep. 104 - 12 Historical Fantasy Books | May TBR Book List 43:26

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I’ve been in a huge historical fiction mood this spring, so I’m continuing this trend with historical fantasy books. Come find out which 12 titles are on my TBR book list to read. *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of these books yet, but they all sound interesting to me, so I'm excited to read them at some poi…

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Bundled Up: April 2025 31:42

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The theme of this Bundled Up? Oh, it's just us forgetting the name of every game... Texting a podcast? You know it! Send us a message about the pod with a text! Support the show Join our discord server for updates, feedback, comments, or just to tell us how to be better at games: https://discord.gg/NMSgXNbzCg Check us out on all the socials: Instag…

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Ep. 103 - RTR: Pages to Popcorn - Happiness for Beginners by Katherine Center 1:10:12

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It's time for another Real-Time Reaction: Pages to Popcorn episode where I read the book, then watch the movie. Katherine Center has become a favorite romance author of mine recently. I’m working on reading her backlist, and when I saw that there was a movie based on her book, Happiness for Beginners, I knew I had to check it out and mark another o…

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Ep. 102 - Real-Time Reactions: New Moon by Stephanie Meyer | Book 2 in the Twilight Saga 53:46

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It’s time to continue this teen angsty vampire, human, werewolf love triangle with Edward, Bella, and Jacob. Come find out my thoughts about New Moon while reacting to it in real time. You can find the companion blog here. If you haven't listened to my thoughts on book one, Twilight, you can check out episode 79. Shop at Book Outlet and use my link…

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Ep. 101 - 12 Spring Cottagecore Books | April TBR Book List 43:23

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Escape into the charm of cozy cottages, lush gardens, and heartwarming tales with these 12 cottagecore books. Perfect for spring, these stories bring magic, comfort, and the beauty of nature to life! Come find out which spring cottagecore books I want to read this month. *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of th…

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Ep. 100 - Recent Reads: 5 Fantasy Books + a Novella | Sci-Fi, Paranormal Romance & YA Romantasy 42:10

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I read some incredible fantasy stories in January and February, including a five-star read that has become one of my new all-time favorite YA romantasies! Come find out the six books that enchanted me with their magic. You can find the companion blog here. Books I Review in This Episode: The Life Impossible by Matt Haig From Wonderland, With Love b…

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Nintendo Direct: March 2025 38:44

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With big news regarding Witchbrook - one of the most anticipated cozy games for the last few YEARS - we had to check out this Nintendo Direct. A slew of games are still yet to come before the Nintendo Switch passes the torch to the Switch 2 later and Nintendo (and us!) made sure you know about them! Texting a podcast? You know it! Send us a message…

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🎧Cozy Cottagecore Escape : Gentle breeze & warm tea | relaxing piano music & Ambience 1:00:23

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🌳Wander down a stone pathway lined with golden wildflowers, leading to a charming countryside cottage bathed in soft sunlight. The warm breeze carries the gentle scent of blooming flowers as white linens sway lazily on a wooden clothesline, dancing with the wind. Sunlight filters through the windows casting a golden glow over a cozy wooden table ad…

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Ep. 99 - Recent Reads: 6 Mystery & Thrillers | Mostly Disappointing New Releases 44:49

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During the winter, I was in the mood for mysteries and thrillers. I was so excited to get my hands on many new releases. Unfortunately, not all of them lived up to the hype in my opinion. Come find out which six books I read and which ones left me wanting more. You can find the companion blog here. Books I Review in This Episode: The Nature of Disa…

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Ep. 98 - Recent Reads: 10 Romance Books + a Short Story | Contemporary, Suspense, Historical & YA 1:12:37

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Over the past two months, I’ve read some funny, romantic, and utterly swoon-worthy novels. Now, it’s time to share my thoughts! Come find out which romance books left my heart giddy and my head spinning with love. You can find the companion blog here. Books I Review in This Episode: The Fall Risk by Abby Jimenez It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover Ev…

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🎧Carriage Ride Through The Dark Woods ambience 1:00:11

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🐎🛞The carriage glides through the misty woods, its lantern casting a soft golden glow against the towering trees. The air is cool, carrying the distant hoots of owls and the mournful howls of wolves hidden in the night. Inside, the gentle sway and rhythmic creaks of the carriage create a soothing yet mysterious atmosphere. The journey feels timeles…

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Is This Seat Taken? Demo 17:04

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We all know that feeling of trying to find a seat in a public location but now it's fun! Is This Seat Taken? lets you help a whole crowd of shapes find their perfect seat on a bus, in a theater, anywhere! The demo from Steam NextFest gives us the perfect glimpse into a game we're sure to be obsessed with on launch. Texting a podcast? You know it! S…

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🎧Futuristic bar ambience | A Quiet Escape in the Neon City 59:58

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🌃A night in a cyberpunk city that never sleeps… A rooftop bar overlooking the endless skyline, where neon lights shimmer against towering glass panels. The soft hum of mechanical arms, the clinking of glasses, the fizz of ice dissolving into luminous cocktails, the subtle chime of an interface confirming an order. Inside, the pulse of electronic be…

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Ep. 97 - 12 Children’s Fantasy Books for Middle Grade March | March TBR Book List 35:10

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March is the perfect time to embrace your inner child, revisit beloved childhood books, and discover new favorites by diving into middle grade reads for Middle Grade March. Come find out which 12 middle grade fantasy books are on my TBR book list this month. *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of these books yet…

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Ep. 96 - RTR: Reading My Favorite BookTubers’ Best Books of 2024: Part 1 1:53:33

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I follow many BookTubers on YouTube, so I’ve decided to start a new Real-Time Reactions series where I read their favorite books of 2024 to see what I think of them. In this episode, I’m starting with three contemporary romance books to celebrate the month of love (February). Come find out what books I’m excited to read and react to in real time. Y…

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Hello Kitty Island Adventure 35:38

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When an already cozy franchise creates a cozy game you know it's going to be ultra cozy but when there's already so many cozy games, how can this one stand out? Is it just a knock-off Animal Crossing? Can it become more than a South Park meme? Find out as we discuss Hello Kitty Island Adventure! Texting a podcast? You know it! Send us a message abo…

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🎧Whispering Rain in The Serene Forest 1:00:00

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🎧For an immersive escape into nature's tranquility, wear headphones and let the rain embrace you. ___________________________________ 🌳Deep within the lush forest where vibrant green moss carpets the ground่ accompanied by delicate wildflowers blooming in vivid colors. Raindrops gracefully descend from the sky, touching the towering trees and tende…

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Ep. 95 - RTR - Pages to Popcorn: First Time Reading Colleen Hoover - It Ends With Us (Book & Movie - with spoilers) 1:50:32

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This kicks off a brand-new series for my Real-Time Reaction episodes! I’m calling it Pages to Popcorn—where I read the book first, watch the movie, and then compare the two. Colleen Hoover’s books are everywhere—praised, criticized, and now hitting the big screen with movie adaptations. With all the buzz, I decided it was time to see what the hype …

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Ep. 94 - 12 Fairytale Retellings I Want to Read | February TBR Book List 35:06

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Fairytale retelling is one of my favorite genres to read. These reimaginings offer fresh takes on classic stories, blending familiar elements with new twists that promise to keep things interesting. Come find out about 12 enchanting fairytale retelling books I want to read this month - Fairytale February. *Please note that this is NOT a recommendat…

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Ep. 93 - End-of-the-Year Book Tag | 2024 Reading Stats & Answered Book Questions 51:52

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So, how many books did I read in 2024? I’m ready to reveal all my stats from last year and answer the End-of-the-Year book tag questions. Come find out my favorite books, least favorite books, biggest surprises and disappointments, and so much more! You can find the companion blog here. Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to save $5 off your first …

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Ep. 92 - My Best Books of 2024 | All My 5-Star Books & Top 10 Favorites 1:23:25

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I read an incredible amount of amazing, compelling novels last year. Now I’m ready to gush about my top favorites of 2024. Come find out which titles were the best of the best and made my top 10 list of the year. You can find the companion blog here. Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to save $5 off your first order when you spend $25 or more. Fol…

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Game Awards 2024 45:09

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We've finally caught up to the Game Awards and and trust us when we say it was a lot! You already know we fell in love with just about every game we saw and have plenty to say about games we know nothing about so join us for our impressions of the 2024 Game Awards! Texting a podcast? You know it! Send us a message about the pod with a text! Support…

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Rolling Hills: Make Sushi, Make Friends (Mini-sode) 12:24

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Would you be tricked into moving somewhere by tales of a sushi robot? Well, apparently so would we! Jacy tells us all about the cutest little sushi game where you play the talk-of-the-town sushi robot and deliver sushi to all sorts of customers. (P.S. Is falling asleep in a sushi restaurant some sort of joke we're not getting??? We have to know!) T…

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🎧The Forbidden Library : Unsealing the secret tomes | Magic library of Lost Knowledge ambience 59:33

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"You are the chosen one—listen well. I'm the shadowed librarian, keeper of this sanctum of forbidden knowledge. Perhaps you have heard whispers of this place— a colossal black stone sanctum, shrouded in an eternal mist, resting in the heart of a deep mountain valley. This is the Forbidden Library, a vault of long-lost knowledge and forbidden spells…

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Ep. 91 - My Worst Books of 2024 | Novels I DNF’d or Gave 2 Stars 58:24

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Unfortunately, not every book you pick up will be a winner. There will always be books that just don’t work for a reader. Come find out the worst books I read in 2024. You can find the companion blog here. Shop at Book Outlet and use my link to save $5 off your first order when you spend $25 or more. Follow me on: Twitter Facebook Instagram GoodRea…

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2024 Year in Review 40:06

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It's time for one of our favorite episodes of the year! Join us as we recount our favorite games of 2024, our Steam stats, and our goals for 2025 (none of which are surprising). Check us out on all the socials and Discord to tell us about your 2024 games and what you're excited for this year! Texting a podcast? You know it! Send us a message about …

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Ep. 90 - 15 Highly Anticipated New Books in 2025 - ARCs I’m Approved to Read | January TBR Book List 57:38

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Get ready to explore some exciting upcoming releases for next year! As a member of NetGalley, I’ve been lucky to receive several ARCs (advanced reader copies) of highly anticipated titles. Come find out my top 15 must-read books of 2025—these are the ones I’m thrilled to read and review early so you’ll know which ones to add to your TBR list! *Plea…

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Ep. 89 - 2025 Reading Goals, Podcast Plans & a Personal Life Update 1:06:40

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I had an incredible second year in the online book community, diving into countless works of fiction. Yet, there are still so many books and reading goals waiting for me in 2025. Come find out all of my bookish goals and plans for next year. Plus, I’ll give you a quick update on my personal life. You can find the companion blog here. Shop at Book O…

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Ep. 88 - Real-Time Reactions: 3 New Clean Christmas Romance Books (Plus, a Bonus Short Story!) 1:42:39

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It’s one of the most romantic times of the year. This merry season is the perfect time to fall in love. Come find out three brand-new Christmas romance books I’m excited to read and share my reactions in real time. You can find the companion blog here. Books I React to in this Episode: Kiss Me at Christmas by Jenny Bayliss Christmas With a Crank by…

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🎧Exotic Alien Jungle : Ambience from a mysterious planet 59:45

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🐌Greetings… traveler from beyond the stars. Before you embark on your journey into this jungle, I ask you to open your little bag and uncover the precious device hidden inside. Yes... it is a "headset." I suggest you wear it, for it will sharpen your hearing to catch the intricate sounds of this jungle. It will also shield your delicate ears from t…

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Hidden Through Time (Mini-sode) 11:53

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Join us for a mini-sode where Makenzie tells Jacy all about the Hidden Through Time games. With a cute and clean art style, clever jokes and references, and plenty of clickable items, this hidden object game is a great pick for anyone who loves to scour a scene for secrets! Texting a podcast? You know it! Send us a message about the pod with a text…

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Ep. 87 - 12 Books I Want to Read in 2025 with a Special Guest Who Chooses My TBR 1:08:57

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I’m already planning my must-read book list for 2025. But I’m not doing it alone this year. I have a special guest joining me today. Come find out which 12 books are on my highly anticipated book list for next year and who will be picking those books for me. *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I have not read any of these books yet…

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2024 Gift Guide 1:04:26

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If you have a gamer in your life...boy, do we have an episode for you! No matter the console, age, or price range, we have tons of fun gift ideas for your favorite gamers this holiday season. PS/XBox Garden Life: A Cozy Simulator Sky: Children of the Light Baldur's Gate 3 Astro Bot (PS5 Exclusive) Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (Microsoft Exclu…

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Ep. 86 - 15 Christmas Books I Want to Read | December TBR Book List 46:05

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, which means it’s officially the season for Christmas books! I adore this festive season, with its holiday romances, Santa-filled adventures, and heartfelt reminders of why we celebrate. Come find out all the Christmas books I want to read in December. *Please note that this is NOT a recommendation list. I h…

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🎧 Winter Witch's Realm ✖️No Music Version | frozen castle | eternal frost atmosphere 1:02:53

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🎧 Please use headphones for the best experience. ❄️Welcome traveler, to the serene embrace of the Winter Witch’s Realm. This is a realm untouched by the hum of melodies crafted for those who seek the quiet majesty of a frozen sanctuary. Here, you shall discover a soundscape steeped in magic 🪩gentle glow of an enchanted ice orb 🌬️whispers of frost s…

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🎧 ENCHANTED FROST :Winter Witch's Realm | magical ice orb | frozen castle | eternal frost atmosphere 1:02:58

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🎧 Please use headphones for the best experience. 00:00 Intro 01:00 Soft music & Ambience ❄️Step into The Realm of Eternal Winter, where time is suspended in a shimmering frost and magic lingers in every icy breath. Frosted forests stretch endlessly, their ice-clad branches forming a labyrinth of ethereal wonder and the ground sparkles with frost-la…

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Cozy Grove 21:59

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We've only mentioned it a million times, but we're finally talking about Cozy Grove! A fan-favorite for sure, this game is a classic for fall and winter cozy gaming. Join us as we discover what it means to be a spirit scout and walk the fine line between seeing when you walk behind something and being able to actually interact with it. Texting a po…

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Bundled Up: November 2024 27:14

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It's officially the coziest of cozy seasons and we're back with a totally fresh new episode! We chat about a few things we've been up to over our recording break and learn the art of podcasting all over again. P.S. You even get to hear to the newest addition to our background noise cast - Jacy's cute lil baby joins the ranks of our occasional off-m…

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Ep. 85 - Real-Time Reactions: 4 More Witchy Fantasy Books (Take Two) 1:44:06

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Since my last real-time reactions witchy episode was such a disappointment, I wanted to read some more witchy books to redeem this genre for myself. Come find out what I thought about four more seasonal spooky books about witches. You can find the companion blog here. Listen to episode 80 if you missed my reactions to the first four witchy books I …