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The Ritual of Reading Podcast

Alexandra Poppy

The Ritual of Reading Podcast is a haven for book lovers, where literature and lifestyle merge in a cozy, immersive experience. Each episode offers thoughtful book reviews, reflections, and conversations that tie the stories to real-life moments, all set against atmospheric soundscapes that transport you to the heart of the narrative. In addition to literary discussions, this podcast weaves in lifestyle content inspired by the themes and emotions of the books—perfect for those who want to create a

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00:21:43

The Latin Soul: What Italy, Spain and Romania Taught...

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2026/03/01

I began this series with a question: are good manners still worth defending? After spending a month with nine books on etiquette from across the globe, I’ve realized that I wasn’t looking for rules—I was looking for philosophies.In this final chapter of "The Art of Good Manners," I am taking you on a sensory journey through the Latin world. We’re moving beyond the "architecture" of Anglo-American traditions to explore the soul of courtesy in Romania, Italy and Spain.I’ll share

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00:15:56

French Savoir-Vivre: The Etiquette That Survived the...

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2026/02/15

Why do the French ignore you when you sneeze? In this episode, we cross the Channel to explore the "Savoir-Vivre"—the sophisticated, sometimes baffling world of French manners.From the official Republican protocol of Jacques Gandouin to the modern "self-care" approach of Le Petit Larousse, we’re deconstructing how a country that decapitated its monarchy managed to save its elegance.In this episode:The Sneeze Paradox: Why acknowledging a bodily function is "indelicat."Tu

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00:19:53

Why Manners Still Matter: From 1920s Rules to Digital...

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2026/02/08

Is etiquette a tool for exclusion, or the secret to social harmony? Join me as we journey through 100 years of American and English manners—from the rigid social blueprints of the 1920s to the digital etiquette of today.In this episode of "The Art of Living Among Others" series, we dive into the fascinating evolution of British and American etiquette. We explore three iconic voices: the "architecture" of Emily Post, the "inner work" of Eleanor Roosevelt, and the witty,

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00:17:06

In Defense of Good Manners: Why Etiquette Is a Form...

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2026/02/01

In this February Literary Mood Board on The Ritual of Reading Podcast, I explore the art of good manners — not as a relic of the past, but as a foundation for modern freedom. Drawing on four books that shaped my thinking — The Downton Abbey Rules for Household Staff, Kazuo Ishiguro’s "The Remains of the Day", Baltasar Gracián’s "The Art of Worldly Wisdom" and Thackeray’s "Vanity Fair" — I reflect on how etiquette elevates character, cultivates dignity and shapes the way

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00:20:28

A Gentle January & The Art of Literary Self-Care

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2026/01/04

Welcome to Season 2 of The Ritual of Reading. In this episode, Alexandra explores the "Gentle January" philosophy. We discuss:The serendipity of Marguerite Yourcenar and Emmanuelle Favier.Travel memoirs and Russian mysteries with Lesley Blanch.Winter nourishment through Ayurvedic beetroot soup (get the recipe here)The ritual of the Gratitude Journal.Featured Books: 'Petit éloge du feu de cheminée' by Emmanuelle Favier 'Journey into the Mind's Eye' by Lesley Blanch Buy

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00:25:04

A Woman Alone in Paris: Lessons from French Writers...

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2025/11/16

Have you ever hesitated to go somewhere alone? This episode is about reclaiming solitude as something precious rather than something to apologize for. I take you through my favorite Paris destinations for being deliberately, deliciously alone—a hidden museum, an ice cream parlour, and a tennis stadium—while sharing what French writers have taught me about the courage it takes to disappoint expectations and embrace your own company. A love letter to solitude, Paris, and the freedom of being

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00:25:24

The Women Who Wrote Paris: 5 French Female Authors...

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2025/11/09

Welcome to The Ritual of Reading podcast.This episode is an invitation to walk through Paris in the company of five remarkable women who refused to wait for permission to write. From George Sand’s countryside tenderness to Simone de Beauvoir’s fierce intellect, from Françoise Sagan’s smoky Parisian nights to Muriel Barbery’s lyrical prose and Clara Dupont-Monod’s historical vision—each of these authors claimed her voice in a culture that didn’t always make space for her.We’ll explore how they lived,

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00:19:52

November Literary Mood Board: It's a Woman's Paris

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2025/11/02

November wraps Paris in wool and rain, and this month we're celebrating the women who wrote this city into being. After a month devoted to French classic authors—all men, as it happens—I'm turning to feminine voices, both contemporary and timeless.I share three very different reads for November: Lucy Foley's dark, addictive The Paris Apartment, Nina George's healing Little Paris Bookshop, and Tatiana de Rosnay's atmospheric The Rain Watcher. We explore the essentials of Parisian

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00:16:53

Shopping in Paris: A Book Walk with Émile Zola

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2025/10/19

For years, I thought Émile Zola's writing was too dark for me. But this autumn, revisiting The Ladies' Paradise (Au Bonheur des Dames) completely changed how I see something as ordinary as shopping in my city.Join me on a literary walk through Paris as I explore the grand department stores that inspired Zola's masterpiece—Le Bon Marché, Galeries Lafayette, and Printemps—and discover the fabric shops of Montmartre that still hold the magic of the 19th century.In this video, we'll

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00:19:12

French Classics, Parisian Elegance & Autumn Rituals |...

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2025/10/05

This October, I'm diving into the masters of French literature—Balzac, Stendhal, and Proust—while embracing timeless Parisian beauty and autumn traditions. From audiobook discoveries to XIXth-century cosmetics, heirloom table linens, and an apple tarte tatin tribute to Maupassant, join me for a cosy exploration of classic literature and slow living in Paris.📖 My Parisian Reading Rituals : Discover my favorite hidden corners of Paris for reading, pausing, and daydreaming. Download your free

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00:12:13

An Evening with Percival Everett: When Reading...

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2025/09/28

In this episode, I take you inside a September evening at Librairie Millepages in Vincennes, where I listened to Percival Everett speak about his award-winning novel James. What began as an author talk became something much deeper: a meditation on the subversive power of reading itself.From Everett’s exploration of language and identity, to the idea that sustained attention is a quiet form of resistance, I share how this encounter reshaped the way I think about books, the rentrée littéraire, and

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00:09:48

A September Book Walk Along the Seine | Reading Ruth...

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2025/09/21

🍂 Join me for a September walk along the Seine as I rediscover Paris through the pages of Ruth Reichl’s The Paris Novel. This book walk is both a review and a love letter—to the city I chose as my home, to the power of reinvention, and to the quiet rituals that make Paris endlessly new.In this video, I’ll take you with me along the riverbanks, sharing how The Paris Novel mirrors my own Parisian story: arriving with two suitcases and an open heart, learning the city through its people, and falling

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00:16:20

September in Paris: Embracing the Rentrée Littéraire

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2025/09/07

Join me as autumn settles over Paris and the literary world comes alive with the Rentrée Littéraire—France's beloved back-to-school season for books. In this episode, I'm sharing how I'm experiencing this quintessentially Parisian tradition through my own lens: discovering French translations, embracing cozy reading rituals, and choosing curiosity over literary pressure.From The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods to Icelandic literature that slows time itself, I'll guide you through my

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00:12:43

Passport to Italy: 10 Books for the Perfect Armchair...

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2025/08/31

August has been my month of Italian inspiration, and I’m closing it with a literary passport: 10 books that transport you straight to Italy. From Ferrante’s vibrant Naples to Baricco’s lyrical seas, from a seamstress’s Sardinian dreams to the bold, sprawling life of Modesta in The Art of Joy, these stories capture the many faces of Italy—its beauty, its chaos, its irresistible charm.Whether you’re craving sun-drenched piazzas, a taste of Puglia, or the quiet nostalgia of the Amalfi Coast, these

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00:12:52

Tales of an Italian Life: 3 Books to Understand the...

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2025/08/24

In this episode of The Ritual of Reading, we leave Italy’s bustling cities behind and step into the quiet charm of the countryside. Through three evocative books — Phil Doran’s The Reluctant Tuscan, Alba Donati’s Diary of a Tuscan Bookshop, and Paolo Cognetti’s The Wild Boy — we explore the rhythms, beauty, and wisdom of rural life. From sun-dappled hills and mountain solitude to small villages where books bring people together, these stories remind us that the countryside isn’t just a place, but a

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00:22:00

Living La Dolce Vita: Books, Rituals, and the Art of...

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2025/08/17

What if August could teach us how to live all year long? In this episode, I explore the beauty of the Italian lifestyle through three evocative books and a series of beloved rituals—from Ferragosto to aperitivo, from gelato to il dolce far niente.These are stories and reflections on joy, presence, and the quiet art of celebration. Featuring:– You Deserve Good Gelato by Kacie Rose– Bella Figura by Kamin Mohammadi– La Bella Lingua by Dianne HalesPress play, slow down, and let yourself wander.➕ For

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00:12:18

A Little Italy in Paris: A Book Walk with Calvino...

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2025/08/10

This August, I stayed in Paris but longed for Italy—the warmth, the language, the luminous beauty of long vowels and late afternoons. So I took my books for a walk and followed the scent of Italian summer into the heart of the Marais.In this episode, come with me on a slow literary stroll through Rue du Roi de Sicile, where I discovered La Tour de Babel, a hidden gem of an Italian bookshop. With the music of the language in the air and Calvino in my bag, I let the city become a story. We’ll wander

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00:10:24

August Literary Mood Board | Dreaming of Italy

The Ritual of Reading Podcast ·

2025/08/03

This month on The Ritual of Reading, we’re heading south — in spirit, at least. August brings with it a golden haze, and I’m letting it take me straight to Italy: a place of memory, language, heat, and beauty.In this episode, I’m sharing my personal literary mood board for the month — filled with rituals, reading, and sensory details that summon the spirit of la dolce vita. No travel needed. Just a love for books, summer, and slow living.✨ Mentioned:– Italian Playlist: – Summer Reading Ritual Guide:

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00:15:29

7 Books for Garden Lovers: Memoir, History &...

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2025/07/27

Whether you garden with muddy hands or simply admire from a sunny windowsill, this episode explores the quiet joy of tending to green things. I’m sharing seven books—spanning memoir, history, and fiction—that celebrate the poetic, healing, and thoughtful nature of gardens.We’ll travel through English estates, tulip-filled Dutch fields, and meditative Japanese landscapes, discovering how gardens grow more than just plants—they grow people too.🌿 Featuring:The Morville Hours – Katherine SwiftElizabeth

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00:18:10

Gardens and Readers: Cultivating Ideas, Harvesting...

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2025/07/20

In this July episode of The Ritual of Reading, I explore the quiet harmony between two deeply restorative practices: gardening and reading. One engages the hands, the other the mind—but both nourish the spirit and help us create balance in a busy world.This reflection unfolds in three parts:– How reading and gardening complement one another to soothe and center us– The quiet courage of beginning—whether planting seeds or opening pages– The beauty of solitary rituals that, in time, bloom outward

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