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Talk Wordy

Sydney Applegate

Welcome to TALK WORDY, where bestselling romance and fantasy author, Sydney Applegate, dives into the wonderfully chaotic world of books, TV, movies, and writing—with a healthy dose of humor and the occasional personal overshare. Whether you"re a fellow word nerd or just here for the hot takes and plot twists, you"re in the right place, so settle in as I talk wordy to you *wink*

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00:36:58

I met the dancing with the stars cast!!!

Talk Wordy ·

2026/04/24

BACK ON THE MIC SOLO for this episode chatting all about my vip perfect 10 experience at the Dancing With The Stars tour stop in Irving! You guys, this was my super bowl, and I'm both so overwhelmed with joy and depressed that it's in the past. Enjoy my merch haul, story time, and (for my visual listeners) photos of my experience. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded April 2026).

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00:52:24

genre blending and debut dreams coming true - feat....

Talk Wordy ·

2026/04/21

Hey everybody! Today's episode of Talk Wordy is one that I've been giddy about for quite some time, as I got to sit down and chat with Taylor Epperson! Her debut, SECOND TIME'S A CHARM, which is a cozy fantasy romcom is available NOW and one you won't want to skip. She's delightful, witty, kind, and brilliantly imaginative. Thanks for tuning in to the episode and be sure to subscribe to the pod and follow me on social media. (Recorded April 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME:🩷 Instagram:

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01:24:59

grown up book fairs and fools in love - feat. rachel...

Talk Wordy ·

2026/04/17

Hey y'all! Today's episode of Talk Wordy is one I've been so hyped about for so long and one of my longest to date (and that's what happen when you put two yappers together!). Meet Rachel Lewis: author of the Bardot Siblings series and the founder/creator of the Get Lit Grow Up Book Fair! Her books are full of warmth, big feelings, spice, and banter, and she as a person is absolutely hilarious. You won't want to skip this one! Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded April 2026).🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME:🩷

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00:14:10

adult summer camp? sign me up! - feat. k.l. parsons

Talk Wordy ·

2026/04/14

Hey y'all! For today's episode, I got to sit down with K.L. Parsons to talk about all things summer camp nostalgia and her newest romance release, CAPTURE MY FLAG, which is out now. She's such a breath of fresh air and this book is sure to be incredible. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME:🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&utm_source=qr🩵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkwordypod?_r=1&_t=ZP-94TTfqmfJWR💜 Website:

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14:42

your new bookish emotional support lady - feat....

Talk Wordy ·

2026/04/08

Hey y'all! Welcome or welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy with today's guest, Allison Raskin! As a member of my personal YouTuber Pantheon and now turned romcom writer, I had a blast chatting about all her latest endeavors both in the bookish side of things and all that she's up to in the mental health world. She's genuinely a delight, so settle in and enjoy. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod...

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33:27

love is a drug - feat. alyssa burns

Talk Wordy ·

2026/04/03

Hey y'all! Thanks for tuning in to a very special author interview, where I had the pleasure of chatting with Alyssa Burns about her debut novel, THE LAST SPECIAL THING. Why is this so special, you may ask? She's one of the hot girls in my Hot Girls Who Write writers group! Cheers to the first of many friendly interviews with my incredible writing peers. Be sure to check out her bestselling novel which is OUT NOW! (Recorded March 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram:

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17:08

we're all in this (the query trenches) together -...

Talk Wordy ·

2026/03/31

Hey everyone! Today's episode of Talk Wordy features the absolutely darling Jasmine Ahmad, author of BACK TO YOU and NOT FOR KEEPS! We had an absolute blast chatting about her books, her writing journey, and her latest (daunting) endeavor: the query trenches. Send her some good luck dust and some online love by streaming our episode together. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&...

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16:34

daddy is a state of mind - feat. daisy jane

Talk Wordy ·

2026/03/27

Hey everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy, with this episode's guest being the wonderful Daisy Jane. Her books are full of spice, small towns, and a flare for the taboo, and her newest release, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, is available now! Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&utm_source=qr 🩵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkwordypod?_r=1&_t=ZP-94TTfqmfJWR 💜 Website:

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22:33

genre hopping, but keep the smut - feat. e.l. lewis

Talk Wordy ·

2026/03/24

Welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy, with today's guest being the wonderful EL Lewis! Happy belated release day to PRETTY LITTLE PROMISES, and you guys, miss girl has cool things to share in this episode. You won't want to miss it. Thanks for tuning in and I'll see you in the next one! (Recorded February 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&utm_source=qr 🩵 TikTok:

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17:35

book writing is a marathon, not a sprint - feat....

Talk Wordy ·

2026/03/20

Hey everyone! Welcome back to Talk Wordy! Today's episode features the incredible Melissa Whitney as she gives us a little insight into her writing journey as a blind woman and how she crafts stories to spotlight disabled joy. She was so lovely to speak to, and her new release, THE RECOVERY RUN, is absolutely adorable. Go check her out, and thanks for tuning in! 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&utm_source=qr 🩵 TikTok:

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28:55

the rush of your first author event - feat....

Talk Wordy ·

2026/03/17

Hi everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy! Today's episode is a live capture of debut author and media personality Haley-Grace McCormick on her FIRST EVER book tour stop (and author event in general). So honored to help be part of this milestone moment and chat about THE ENEMY OF TIME and her personal journey in media and in writing. Hope you love it, and thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordy...

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22:13

netflix adaptations and what's next - feat. jennifer...

Talk Wordy ·

2026/03/13

Hey everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy! Today's episode had me in conversation with one of the nicest writers I've met, and she quickly became a bucket list guest after I started watching the netflix adaptation of her book, FINDING HER EDGE. Have you watched it yet? And don't forget that her newest release, GAME SET MATCH, is out NOW! Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZk...

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20:32

theater kids grow up to be romance authors - feat....

Talk Wordy ·

2026/03/10

Hey everyone and welcome to SEASON TWO of Talk Wordy! 30 episodes down and so many more to come! We're kicking off season two strong with a guest interview episode featuring the USA today bestselling author of several rom-coms and her newest romantasy, SOMETHING WICKED: Falon Ballard! Her newest release, TOE TO TOE, is officially out now and available wherever books are sold (link down below)! We talk all things upbringing, romance books, and how musical theatre continues to keep us in a chok...

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47:17

writing nostalgic college romance - feat. max monroe

Talk Wordy ·

2026/03/06

Hey everybody! Welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy. Today's episode, I got to chat with the New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author duo, Max Monroe, all about the third book in the Dickson University series, what they've been watching, upcoming projects, and more! It was the perfect way to wrap up season 1 of TW (can't believe it!), and I'm so grateful for all of you tuning in. See you in the next one! (Recorded February 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram:

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37:46

single parent sports romance? say less! - feat. piper...

Talk Wordy ·

2026/03/03

Hi everyone and welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy! Today's episode puts author duo Piper Rayne in the spotlight as they share all about their partnership, their latest book THE HOTSHOT! You won't want to miss out on all the banter, book recs, and secrets for what's next for them. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorsydneyapplegate?igsh=MXd2N3pqb213amJ1&utm_source=qr 🩵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok....

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30:20

loved heated rivalry? here's your next romance read -...

Talk Wordy ·

2026/02/24

New episode! YAY! Welcome back to Talk Wordy, and for today's episode, I got to sit down and talk with the legenday Sara Cate about her newest release PROMISE ME, her extensive writing career, and where her stories stack up amongst each other superlatives wise. You might know her best from her Salacious Players Club series, but trust me when I tell you, you'll want to read her entire catalog. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.in...

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23:22

my most anticipated 2026 book releases

Talk Wordy ·

2026/02/17

Hey y'all! Welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy! Today, the episode will cover all the book coming out in 2026 that I have on my personal radar. Notice something missing from my list? Suggest a 2026 book recommendation of your own over on Instagram or in the comments! Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded January 2026). 🌟 WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorsydneyapplegate?igsh=MXd2N3pqb213amJ1&utm_source=qr 🩵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorsyd...

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47:57

self help meets smutty romance - feat. vanessa zian

Talk Wordy ·

2026/02/10

Hey there! Today's episode of Talk Wordy was full of laughs, going down memory land, and chatting all things therapy and romance with bestselling author Vanessa Zian! It was so fascinating to pick her brain about juggling two careers, weaving her work as a therapist into her romance novels, and turning a dream of writing books into a reality. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded January 2025)

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44:14

meeting my bookish heroes (feat. a special announcement)

Talk Wordy ·

2026/02/03

Today's episode of Talk Wordy covers nearly every detail of my trip to Lark and Owl books to see Christine Riccio on her tour stop for THIRTY FLIRTY AND FOREVER ALONE. My friends and I have watched Christine and Natasha for over a decade and they proved to be some of the nicest and most high energy people out there. Nothing but love and compliments! Tune in for a full story time and stay until the end for a VERY special Talk Wordy announcement! Thanks for watching (Recorded January 2026).&nbs...

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26:03

pop culture catch-up january 2026

Talk Wordy ·

2026/02/01

Podcast all the time, Pop Culture Catch-up occasionally! Welcome back to Talk Wordy, my hub for all the words I read, write, or otherwise want to yap about! This episode kicks off a new, recurring series that all be doing monthly called POP CULTURE CATCH-UP! At the end of each month, I'll share everything I've gleaned from the bookish, movie, tv, and music world so that if you missed anything (or didn't care to stay in the know), all you have to do is stream the episode and you'll be ca...

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