Checked Out and Overdue

Tune in to the first episode of 2026 (after an accidental month and half long break) as Taryn and Chelsea talk about the highlights and books of 2025. Thank you for listening and making 2025 another amazing year!

Chelsea and Taryn wish they could apologize for how long this episode is but they aren't actually sorry at all, and let's be honest, anyone who is willing to commit to the marathon that is a Stormlight Archive book can handle a long podcast episode. Tune in as they chat with Seth (@the.cosmere.academy) about the third book in the Stormlight Archives series and the development of so many amazing characters and how these fictional people impacted and changed their lives.Timestamps:
👋🏼 Intro: 0:00 - 18:20📚 General Overview: 18:20 - 20:43⚠️ Spoilers: 20:43 - 2:21:56

Happy Halloween!!! Listen in to Taryn and Chelsea's chaotic conclusion of the Twilight Saga. This review is full laughter and some real intense tangents as they discuss the final book on this fun adventure that has spanned 5 years!Timestamps:👋🏼 Intro: 0:00 – 18:07📚 General Overview: 18:07 - 30:33⚠️ Spoilers: 30:33 – 1:21:23

Taryn and Chelsea tackle another book from the Queen of Mystery herself, Agatha Christie. Tune in as they discuss the fun twists and turns on another classic murder mystery story as they untangle the ruthless Leonides family.Timestamps:👋🏼 Intro: 0:00 – 17:30📚 General Overview: 17:30 - 35:32⚠️ Spoilers: 35:32 – 52:25

This week Chelsea and Taryn jump into their first Tolkien and it's about time. Tune in to listen to them discuss Gandalf's sass, Bilbo's reluctance, and all the magical elements of this classic fantasy fairy tale.Timestamps:👋🏼 Intro: 0:00 – 16:18📚 General Overview: 16:18 - 37:09⚠️ Spoilers: 37:09 – 1:01:23