Best Rom Com Lover Podcasts (2025)

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Write a college, rivals-to-lovers, sports romance that challenges the patriarchy with @dodothebookbitch 47:11

2d ago47:11

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Send us a text Write a college, rivals to lovers, sports romance that challenges the patriarchy in this week's episode of If it Was a Book. Our guest this week, Dodo, is a bookstagrammer, freelance marketer, and designs bookish merch including her bookmark club! Find her merch shop here: https://ko-fi.com/dodothebookbitch/sh... You can follow Dodo …

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Chapter 12: Our Anniversary Episode! 51:57

1d ago51:57

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We’re celebrating our anniversary with stories from a book crawl, a concert, and a look back at how we first met in high school theater class. We’ll reflect on how experiencing real love inspires the novel we're writing, and then our youngest, Oliver, joins us to host a revealing “Who’s More Likely To?” game. It’s a special episode full of fun memo…

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Write a YA "The Real Jungle Juice was the Friends We Made Along the Way" Coming of Age with Romance Author Ava Rani. 49:31

9d ago49:31

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Send us a text Join me with author Ava Rani of the Biotech Billionaire series as we talk publishing, jungle juice, getting away with shenanigans, and more. Book 3 of the Biotech Billionaire series, the Charmer, is out on May 13th. Pre Order your copy now! https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-charmer-a-biotech-billionaires-novel-ava-rani/21722007?ean=97…

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Chapter 11: Potholes, Plot Holes, and Paige Toon 39:35

9d ago39:35

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In this episode, Matt and Andrea get personal with a pothole request and a “Sexy Jobs Quiz.” We spotlight bestselling author Paige Toon—sharing her inspiring journey, fun facts, and most-loved books—before diving into the development of our book’s leading man. Maybe he gets a name and a complicated family life? From fake sponsors to future storylin…

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352: Bara-Bara - BUKAS, HIGA, SARA! w/ SAYADD 1:35:25

14d ago1:35:25

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Chapter 10: Writing Women Well & Author Spotlight: Jasmine Gillory 47:46

15d ago47:46

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Matt and Andrea kick things off with potholes and a surprisingly sweet gift. Then it’s an author spotlight on Jasmine Guillory—lawyer-turned-romance-queen—followed by a game of “Guess That Book Title” featuring delightfully offbeat plot summaries. Matt also shares some honest reflections on what it means to write women well, from a male perspective…

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Write a Rom-Com Turned Serial Killer Thriller (with Vampires?) with Lavender PR's co-founder Brittani Hilles 44:45

16d ago44:45

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Send us a text Brittani Hilles, co-founder of Lavender PR--a bookish PR company--tells us about her real-life experience with a celebrity and we re-write it into what starts as a very Wattpad-esque falling-for-the-celebrity book but takes a serial killer turn. Theme music by Sean McDermottBy Ashley @wickedreads

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351: What’s INIT for me? - Livin' The Filipino Life w/ Victor Anastacio 49:17

19d ago49:17

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APAKAINIT!!! Hindi na mawawala sa buhay nating mga Filipino ang Tag-Araw, na panahon din ng tag-pawis at tag-lagkit. Mula noon hanggang ngayon, parte na ng kultura natin ang paghahanap ng creative ways para labanan o i-distract ang sarili natin mula sa lumalalang init. Sa Livin' The Filipino Life episode na ito, kasama natin si Victor Anastacio par…

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119. When Tom Holland Met Zendaya 1:54:06

21d ago1:54:06

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A note to our listeners: We are taking a little break from the podcast due to some current hardships in our family. We should be back by June 2025, and we will keep you updated on our Instagram (@significantlovers). Now on to the show... The year was 2016. A relatively unknown British actor named Tom Holland had just recently been cast (the year pr…

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Write a Childhood-Friends-to-Strangers-to-Witnessing-a-Murder-Together-to-Lovers Book with incredible author, Denise Williams 51:36

23d ago51:36

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Send us a text Join romance author Denise Williams as we talk best sellers, audiobooks, and our mutual hatred of AI while we write a fun but silly second chance romance! Video episodes can also be found on YouTube. You can follow the pod on https://www.instagram.com/ifitwasabook Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@wifitwasabook You can follow the guest …

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Chapter 9: Prom, Plots & Max Monroe 43:45

23d ago43:45

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This week, we’re trading corsages for book signings! We kick things off reminiscing about prom—both our son's big night and our own throwback memories—before diving into our recent author event with the hilarious romance duo, Max Monroe. We share behind-the-scenes moments, fun facts, and a spotlight on their fan-favorite books. Then we wrap with so…

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350: Bara-Bara - Labinlimang Taon ng FlipTop at ang Makasaysayang AHON 15 w/ Anygma [PART 2] 1:28:33

30d ago1:28:33

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Muling nagbabalik, at unang beses sa Bara-Bara series ng The Linya-Linya Show at ng FlipTop Battle League-- ang battle emcee at Presidente ng liga, si ANYGMA! Isa't kalahating dekada. Tatlong Pangulo na ng Pilipinas ang dinaanan. Nananatiling matatag ang FlipTop, hindi lang bilang isang ligang nagbibigay ng entablado para sa batte emcees, kundi isa…

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Write an unreliable narrator, secret sibling, thriller with @earlgreypls 49:22

1M ago49:22

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Send us a text Come talk DNA tests, surprise siblings, book recs, reading logs, and more with Aubrei K @earlgreypls Video episodes can also be found on YouTube. You can follow the guest on instagram https://www.instagram.com/@earlgreypls Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@earlgreypls You can follow the host on https://www.instagram.com/wickedreads Tikt…

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Chapter 8: All About Abby (Jimenez) & We Name Our Main Character! 1:01:38

1M ago1:01:38

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This week, we’re diving into all things Abby Jimenez—from her cupcake empire beginnings to her bestselling romance novels and upcoming release Say You’ll Remember Me. We’re breaking down her writing journey, fun facts, book recaps, and even a few behind-the-scenes moments you might not know. Plus, we’re talking about the power of character names—wh…

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350: Bara-Bara - Labinlimang Taon ng FlipTop at ang Makasaysayang AHON 15 w/ Anygma [PART 1] 1:20:50

1M ago1:20:50

1:20:50

Muling nagbabalik, at unang beses sa Bara-Bara series ng The Linya-Linya Show at ng FlipTop Battle League-- ang battle emcee at Presidente ng liga, si ANYGMA! Isa't kalahating dekada. Tatlong Pangulo na ng Pilipinas ang dinaanan. Nananatiling matatag ang FlipTop, hindi lang bilang isang ligang nagbibigay ng entablado para sa batte emcees, kundi isa…

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118. When Eric Clapton Met Pattie Boyd TEASER 8:17

1M ago8:17

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“Have you ever loved a woman / so much you tremble in pain?” Eric Clapton certainly has. As he wrote on the album “Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs,” Eric Clapton was deeply, madly in love with his best friend George Harrison’s wife, Pattie Boyd. Picking up from last week, we tell Eric’s side of this iconic rock ‘n roll love triangle. There’s a …

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Write a raunchy college romance with a wacky cast and a bet that keeps everyone on edge with author TJ Alexander 59:23

1M ago59:23

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Send us a text In this episode, author TJ Alexander shares with us a story from their college days and a bet they made with their roommates (3 people, one bedroom, zero chill). We then use this story to write an unlikely romance of our own with new characters, a new school, and a very nosey liberal arts college. TJ's newest book, A Gentleman's Gent…

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Chapter 7: 10 Story Beats & Author Spotlight: Annabel Monaghan 51:51

1M ago51:51

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This week, we’re breaking down the 10 essential story beats that make romance novels so addictive—from the meet cute to the big misunderstanding to that grand gesture we all swoon over. Plus, in our Author Spotlight, we’re diving into the works of Annabel Monaghan, author of Nora Goes Off Script and Same Time Next Summer. What makes her books so co…

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349: Alma Matters - Mga Kwento ng Paulit-ulit na Pagbangon w/ Ate Alma Fermano 1:09:02

1M ago1:09:02

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Yo, mga Pangga! Kasama natin ang masipag at madiskarteng ina, at iconic photocopy operator ng Ateneo de Manila University—walang iba kundi si Ate Alma Fermano! Kung Atenista ka, siguradong kilala mo siya! At kung hindi, malamang napanood mo na ang viral GCash story niya noong 2024, yung heartwarming ad nya, directed by Direk Tonet Jadaone! Sa episo…

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117. When George Harrison Met Pattie Boyd (& Eric Clapton) 1:34:57

1M ago1:34:57

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We’ve covered John (and Yoko) and Paul (and Linda). It’s time to finally discuss “the Quiet Beatle”—George Harrison. When George Harrison first laid eyes on Pattie Boyd in 1964, there was an instant connection. It was on the set of the Beatles’ film ‘Hard Days Night,’ where Pattie played a schoolgirl with one line. Off set, Pattie was an ‘it girl’ …

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Chapter 6: Made up Plots & Author Spotlight: Emily Henry 48:43

1M ago48:43

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This week, we're putting Matt's bookish instincts to the test with a Real vs. Fake Romance Plot Game—can he tell which wild synopses are real bestselling books and which ones Andrea made up? Plus, we dive into Emily Henry’s addictive storytelling, explore the Forced Proximity trope in our own book, and debate just how much of our novel we should re…

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Write a Sapphic, KDrama-inspired, workplace romance with Readin' CEO, Sera Danielle 1:02:42

1M ago1:02:42

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Send us a text Write a KDrama-inspired, sapphic, workplace, dislike-to-lovers, romance with me and Sera Danielle @Serareadthat the Chief Executive Visionary of Readin' Magazine. http://readinmag.com/ Video episodes can also be found on YouTube. You can follow the guest on instagram https://www.instagram.com/serareadthat https://www.instagram.com/re…

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348: Daddy Diaries - Mindful Walking w/ Engr. Rene Sangalang 48:14

2M ago48:14

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Yo, Fellow 22s! Welcome sa panibagong episode ng Daddy Diaries kasama ang ating favorite guest—Daddy Rene Sangalang! Sa episode na ‘to, ibinahagi ni Daddy Rene ang kanyang mga paboritong moments habang naglalakad—mula sa simpleng enjoyment ng scenery hanggang sa realizations at reflections na dumarating habang nasa daan. Nagbahagi rin si Daddy Rene…

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116. When Jack Antonoff Met Margaret Qualley TEASER 8:16

2M ago8:16

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They say, when you know, you know. Such was the case for Bleachers’ Jack Antonoff and actress Margaret Qualley and their whirlwind romance after first meeting in 2021 and getting engaged ten months later. Mel walks us through their full timeline, '80s aesthetic, silly interviews, PDA moments, and more! For added context, be sure to check out our pa…

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Chapter 5: Romance, Wordplay & A Little Murder 42:27

2M ago42:27

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In this episode, we kick things off with a fun word association game to jumpstart our creativity muscles, then dive into expanding our own story’s plot—who is our main character really? And what kind of influencer world does she live in? Finally, we spotlight Brynne Weaver’s Butcher & Blackbird, a dark romantic comedy with serial killers, love, and…

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Write a Campy Horror with Bestselling Author, Bill Wood 56:12

2M ago56:12

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Send us a text Talk criminal minds, veronica mars, online dating, and more with author Bill Wood while storyboarding a campy horror book. You can watch video episodes on YouTube or listen to episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Bill's debut novel, Let's Split Up is available now in the UK and is coming soon to bo…

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347: Remembering Francis M. - Livin’ The Filipino Life w/ Victor Anastacio & Ali Sangalang 39:38

2M ago39:38

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Nitong March 6, 2025, nagmarka ang 16th death anniversary ng artist, host, actor, ang nag-iisang Master Rapper na si Francis Magalona. Bilang mga fanboy na lumaki sa kanyang iconic songs— tulad na lang ng Mga Kababayan, 3 Stars & A Sun, Ito Ang Gusto Ko, at Kaleidoscope World— nag-reminisce sina Ali at Victor sa episode na ‘to. Puno ng kalokohan at…

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115. When William Shakespeare Met Anne Hathaway 1:39:53

2M ago1:39:53

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Today we are dissecting the hidden details of William Shakespeare’s private life. You know his romantic plays, characters and sonnets, but what was The Bard like as a lover? Did his marriage to farmer’s daughter, Anne Hathaway (no, not that one) inspire his work? To hell if we know! Elizabethan gossip columnists SUCKED at archiving the juicy detail…

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Write a YA survival thriller with Bailey @greekchoir 54:43

2M ago54:43

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Send us a text Join Bailey from @Greekchoir as we take her reurn from church camp story and turn it into an Appalachian survival standoff with a touch of mafia romance. We also discuss book recs, publishing, and exorcisms! Audio episodes are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. Video episodes are available on Y…

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Chapter 4: Our heroine gets a career! 49:53

2M ago49:53

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Lights, romance, and a little bit of chaos—just how we like it! This week, we’re celebrating our eldest son's incredible directorial debut and diving into the exciting details of Romance Con 2025—who’s going, what’s happening, and why you need to be there. Then, we’re getting creative with a Character Trait Game that may or may not lead to the most…

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346: Stop, Luke, and Listen! w/ Atty. Luke Espiritu 1:08:12

2M ago1:08:12

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114. When Whoopi Goldberg Met Ted Danson TEASER 8:01

2M ago8:01

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The year was 1992, and the longtime married man Ted Danson had just wrapped filming the 10th season of the popular sitcom Cheers. The 11th season would not film for another couple months, and so with an abnormally long hiatus ahead of him, Ted decided to sign on to the comedy movie Made in America, starring alongside the recent Oscar winner, Whoopi…

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Chapter 3: Two Truths and a Why 48:19

2M ago48:19

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This episode is a big step in figuring out what this novel is about. Today we ask "What is the TRUTH that can sustain our book like the backbone of a scurveyd pirate?" - Don't worry we're gonna figure it out. We also discuss the traits and virtues of building a modern romance couple. Matt & Andrea here. Thanks for joining us on this journey. We'd l…

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Write a time-slip-finding-yourself-book that may resolve your mommy issues with author Cara Bastone 52:18

2M ago52:18

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Send us a text Talk grief, hobbies, ghost writing, manga/manhua/manhwa, and kdramas with author Cara Bastone while storyboarding a time-slip urban fantasy book. Cara Bastone has written 11 books and her newest release Promise Me Sunshine comes out on March 3rd and is avaialble for pre-order now! "It made me cry but in a good way"-Ashley "Grief make…

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345: Sandali Lang: ANYGMA on Fame and Recognition 16:57

2M ago16:57

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Sandali lang. Oo, sandali lang ang episode na ‘to. Galing ito sa recording noong 2023, kasama ang emcee, at ang founder ng Fliptop Battle League, si Anygma. Sa sandaling ito, nagbahagi si Alaric Yuson ng kanyang karanasan at ilang reflection tungkol sa fame at recognition ng FlipTop. Ano nga ba ang epekto ng kasikatan sa isang artist na katulad ni …

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113. When Cleopatra Met Mark Antony 1:38:42

2M ago1:38:42

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You may be thinking to yourself, didn’t you already cover this couple already? Nope! A few weeks back we covered the brief affair between Cleopatra and Julius Caesar. This week, we’re diving deep into the legendary romance between Cleopatra and Mark Antony. One of history's most famous power couples, and the inspiration for at least two of William …

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Chapter 2: What's in a Premise? 44:34

2M ago44:34

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We're talking time-tested plot premises. We chew through a list of ten, talking examples and gear up for our homework – plot pitches! *Edit: Instagram handle is @OurNextChapterPodcast - Matt was wrong and boy-o-boy did Andrea let him know. Matt & Andrea here. Thanks for joining us on this journey. We'd love to hear from you. Visit us at www.OurNext…

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Write a Bachelor-inspired foodie romance with @hannahlisalohr 1:03:32

2M ago1:03:32

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Send us a text Hannah brings us the story of a bachelor breakup that rocked the fandom and we used that as inspiration to storyboard a foodie-influencerXchef romance that had us screaming!!! You can follow Hannah at @hannahlisalohr on all platforms. You can also watch this episode on YouTube! Follow @ifitwasabook on Instagram and TikTok (while supp…

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Chapter 1: We're writing a book? AND doing a podcast? 11:05

2M ago11:05

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Our lovely heroes find themselves once more at the precipice of greatness, staring at the crossroads of lethargy and overstimulation - what will they do? Hint: Matt and Andrea introduce themselves and chat about the name of the podcast. Matt & Andrea here. Thanks for joining us on this journey. We'd love to hear from you. Visit us at www.OurNextCha…

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344: Ang Puso sa Pagseserbisyo w/ Heidi Mendoza 1:23:32

3M ago1:23:32

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Isang karangalang makasama natin sa The Linya-Linya Show— ang former auditor ng Food and Agriculture Organization, World Health Organization, at International Labour Organization; former Under-Secretary-General ng United Nations Office of Internal Oversight Services; at former Commissioner ng Commission on Audit (COA)— Heidi Mendoza! Bukod sa mahab…

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112: When Domenico Dolce Met Stefano Gabbana TEASER 8:06

3M ago8:06

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Ciao! Buongiorno! It’s fashion week for Significant Lovers! Did you know Dolce & Gabbana isn’t just a fashion brand? Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana were real-life lovers before becoming world-renowned fashion designers. Today, we may think of D&G as a status symbol of wealth, but the real Dolce and Gabbana were scrappy, struggling, aspiring des…

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Write a Cult-y Vampire Thriller with the Author of One of Publishers Weekly’s Best Books of the Year, Robyn Schneider 51:28

3M ago51:28

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Send us a text Author Robyn Schneider shares her experience as a solo traveler in Europe in her early twenties and we re-write it into a cult-y dracula fanfiction. Robyn has written 11 books including The Other Merlin, The Beginning of Everything, Extraordinary Means, and more! You can find her on Instagram and Tiktok @robynschneider You can follow…

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343: Rom-Coms, Love Teams, and Ex Lovers w/ Tonet Jadaone & JP Habac 1:18:49

3M ago1:18:49

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Yo, Fellow-22s at mga Ka-Eme! Kasama natin sa episode na ‘to ang awar-winning filmmakers, real-life friends, at Ang Walang Kwentang Podcast hosts—Antoinette Jadaone at JP Habac! We will take a quick trip down memory lane dahil pag-usapan natin ang mga Rom-Com at Love Team na kinalakihan, kinahiligan at nagpakilig sa ‘tin! At dahil Rom-Com ang usapa…

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111. When Ellen DeGeneres Met Portia de Rossi 2:12:08

3M ago2:12:08

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Ellen Degeneres, the comedian, actress, and talk show host, has faced her fair share of controversies. First, she was literally cancelled in 1997 after coming out as gay on network television. Actress Portia de Rossi—young and in the closet—watched Ellen come out and rebuild her career, in awe and terrified of ever doing the same. Ellen and Portia …

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Write a revenge novella with Keara @theboricuabookworm 53:58

3M ago53:58

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Send us a text Join me with fellow library icon Keara @theboricuabookworm as we re-write her situationship ghosting into a revenge romp novella where she gets closure and a hot scottish roommate. You can see more of Keara @theboricuabookworm on all platforms or go visit her blog https://www.theboricuabookworm.com You can watch this episode on YouTu…

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342: Bara-Bara - Real Talk & Real Jokes w/ SINIO 2:08:02

3M ago2:08:02

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Sa episode na ‘to, kilalanin natin ang “Most-viewed Battle Rapper in the World,” ang “Joke King” ng FlipTop Battle League, at ang owner ng Real Jokes Clothing. All the way from Pampanga— si SINIO! BOOM! Sino nga ba si Sinio? Mapa-freestyle o written, kilala na natin si Sinio sa mga bara niyang nakakatawa at tumatatak sa isip kaya sa episode na ito,…

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110. When Jude Law Met Sienna Miller TEASER 8:06

3M ago8:06

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It’s 2004 and British heartthrob Jude Law is newly engaged to his Alfie co-star and boho-chic “it-girl,” Sienna Miller. The couple appear madly in love, dominating British tabloids and style boards. That is until Jude’s former nanny goes total TMI in a jaw-dropping, tell-all interview, revealing a month-long affair with her former employer. We look…

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Write a Twin Switch-aroo Trilogy with USA Today Best Selling Author, Samantha Markum 56:02

3M ago56:02

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Send us a text Talk Y/N fanfic, 2000s teen TV, therapy, and more with author Samantha Markum while she and host, Ashley, storyboard a twin switch-aroo romance. Samantha has three full-length novels out: Love, off the Record This May End Badly You Wouldn't Dare You can follow her on Instagram @sam.markum You can follow host Ashley on IG, TT, Threads…

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341: Mga Leksyon sa Eleksyon at Muling Pagbabalik sa Pulitika w/ Former Sen. Bam Aquino 1:12:18

3M ago1:12:18

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Isang karangalang makasama natin sa The Linya-Linya Show—ang Filipino politician and social entrepreneur—Former Senator Bam Aquino! Sa episode na ‘to, nakausap natin si Sen Bam tungkol sa karanasan nya—mga naging strategy at mga pagsubok—bilang campaign manager ni Former Vice President Leni Robredo noong 2022 Presidential election. Napag-usapan din…

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109. When Jenn Tran Met Sasha Farber 1:35:33

3M ago1:35:33

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Sometimes rejection is just redirection. Jenn Tran’s whirlwind year took her from an unknown physician assistant student to Bachelor contestant, to the star of The Bachelorette, to a devastating broken engagement on live TV. But then ABC producers knocked on her dressing room door with an offer to join Dancing with the Stars. Paired with pro dancer…

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