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The Story Is

Two foul mouth book baddies, 1 podcast and zero filter. We break down the stories taking over your feed-from viral #BookTok to bestselling books-one hot take at a time. New episodes weekly, because therapy is expensive.

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60:13

Stranger Things Finale and Airport Stories

The Story Is ·

2026/01/06

Happy New Year, SIPers! In this episode, we’re sharing our biggest airport gripes, our thoughts on the stranger things final season, and Mary Cosby’s cult?! Plus, everything we’re reading this week! Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop⁠ ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub⁠ https://www.instagram.com/thats_k...

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52:05

We're Coming To The Cottage - Heated Rivalry Finale...

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2025/12/31

*SURPRISE*! We're back for a special episode to discuss Episode 6: The Cottage of Heated Rivalry. And a few other pop culture moments to close out the year! Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop⁠ ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub⁠ Time Stamps (0:00) Intro and catch-up (0:25) Our Heated Rivalry Watch Party and...

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70:55

Our Top 10 Reads of 2025

The Story Is ·

2025/12/23

It’s our final episode of the year! And we’re sharing our favorite reads of 2025. Did you guess our #1 pick? Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop⁠ ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub⁠ Time Stamps (0:00) Intro and catch-up (0:55) Bowen Yang and Ariana on SNL (4:03) Heated Rivalry Episode 5 (14:35) Book Repo...

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74:54

Ruthless Boys: Savage Fae (Chapter 31-43) | Final Recap

The Story Is ·

2025/12/19

We finished Savage Fae and we have a lot of thoughts! In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into the final recap of book 2 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti! We recap chapters 31-43 and share our theories on our favorite kings, who is THE KING, and that cliffhanger?! As always, NO spoilers in the comments for our fellow first time readers! We’ve only read Zodiac Books 1-3 and Dark Fae/Savage Fae. Time St...

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77:56

Lottery Dreams and Hockey Rinks

The Story Is ·

2025/12/16

Welcome to 'The Story Is' Podcast with Katie and Amanda! In this episode we're chatting the latest episodes of the breakout show, Heated Rivalry, our thoughts on Brimstone by Callie Hart, and romance movie adaptations news for 2026! Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop⁠ ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub⁠ ...

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78:57

Ruthless Boys: Savage Fae (Chapter 16-30)

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2025/12/12

*cue Megan Thee Stallion* In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into part 2 of Savage Fae, book 2 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti! We recap chapters 16-30 and share our theories on Gabriel and Elise as potential elysian mates, Cindy Lou’s true intention, and if one of our men learns who Elise truly is. As always, NO spoilers in the comments for our fellow first time readers! We’ve only read Zodiac Books 1-3 and Dark F...

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56:44

Heated Rivalry, Goodreads Awards, and Spotify Wrapped

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2025/12/09

Welcome to 'The Story Is' Podcast with Katie and Amanda! We're chatting our new favorite obsession, “Heated Rivalry” by Rachel Reid and other romance adaptations coming in 2026. We’re also sharing our thoughts on Wicked Part 2, the winners of the 2025 Goodreads awards for romance and romantasy, and our Spotify wrapped. Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.co...

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62:06

Ruthless Boys: Savage Fae (Chapter 1-15)

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2025/12/05

We’re baaaack! In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into part 1 of Savage Fae, book 2 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti! We recap chapters 1-15 and share our theories. Is Gabriel confirmed to be an Angel? Where does a pegasus get glitter from? And is Gareth alive?! All this and more on this week’s episode! Time Stamps (0:00) Intro (2:58) Chapter 1 Gabriel (5:05) Chapter 2 Elise (10:11) Chapter 3 Ryder (13:48) C...

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53:39

The Vilification of Romantasy Readers

The Story Is ·

2025/11/25

Welcome to 'The Story Is' Podcast with Katie and Amanda! In this episode we're defending romantasy readers against recent hate, our thoughts on Goodreads Award nominations, and what’s on our Christmas lists as adults! Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub Time Stamps (0:00) Intro (0:08...

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73:18

Dark Fae: Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac | Final...

The Story Is ·

2025/11/21

Oh we are SO in it now. In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into the final part of Dark Fae, book 1 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti. We recap chapter 31-end, theorize the future of the series, and our favorite moments from the book. As always, NO spoilers in the comments for our fellow first time readers! We’ve only read Zodiac Books 1-3 and Dark Fae. Join us for Book 2, Savage Fae (chapter 1-11) on December 5th! Ti...

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66:50

Something Wicked This Way Comes

The Story Is ·

2025/11/18

Welcome to 'The Story Is' Podcast with Katie and Amanda! In this episode we're discussing our love of Jonathan Bailey, spooky premonitions, Tom Felton’s Broadway debut, and everything new in romance book world. Stay tuned until the end for recs for what to add to your TBR! Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com...

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72:19

Ruthless Boys: Dark Fae (Chapter 21-30) Recap

The Story Is ·

2025/11/14

In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into Dark Fae, book 1 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti for the very first time! We’re sharing our thoughts on Gabriel’s order, theorize Gareth’s killer, and who we think will be the biggest villain. As always, no spoilers in the comments! We’ve only read Zodiac Books 1-3 and Dark fae Time Stamps (0:00) Intro and pronunciation corrections (3:05) Chapter 21 Elise (12:42) Chapte...

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63:24

Brynne Weaver Interview | Tourist Season, Butcher &...

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2025/11/11

Today we have a VERY special guest on 'The Story Is' Podcast, gang. #1 New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author, Brynne Weaver is joining us! On the brink of her latest release (Tourist Season) we chat what's next for the 'Seasons of Carnage Trilogy.' Listen in for some major TEA from the set of Butcher & Blackbird, her future book plans, and our love for indie bookstores. We hope you enjoy! *Spoilers for Tourist Season included throughout the episode* Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https:/...

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56:51

Ruthless Boys: Dark Fae (Chapter 11-20) Recap

The Story Is ·

2025/11/07

In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into Dark Fae, book 1 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti for the very first time! This episode will only discuss chapters 11-20, so please no spoilers for the remainder of the series! We’re sharing our thoughts on our favorite kings, Gabriel Nox birth parents, and who wins Elise’s heart. Time Stamps (0:00) Intro and initial thoughts (0:30) Chapter 11 Gareth (4:00) Chapter 12 Dante ...

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45:44

He Sees You When You're Sleeping | 5 Holiday Romance...

The Story Is ·

2025/11/04

Welcome to 'The Story Is' Podcast with Katie and Amanda! In this episode we're discussing the drama surrounding the Stranger Things cast, why we love baseball, and the latest hollywood daddy, Chris Evans. Plus, our holiday romance book recs for the 2025 season! Time Stamps (0:00) Intro (0:15) Halloween catch up (8:25) Sports gworls: baseball edition (13:03) Millie Bobby Brown and Stranger Things drama (21:20) Chris Evans from zaddy to daddy (23:13) Kayla Nicole’s halloween clapback (24:38) ...

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70:17

Ruthless Boys: Dark Fae Chapter 1-10

The Story Is ·

2025/10/31

In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into Dark Fae, book 1 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti for the very first time! This episode will only discuss chapters 1-10, so please no spoilers for the remainder of the series! We’re sharing our thoughts on our protagonists, Elise and the kings, this Zodiac Academy spin-off world, and our initial theories for love interests. Time Stamps (0:00) Intro and initial thoughts (3:48...

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65:11

We Louvre Heists, Romance Books, and Lily Allen

The Story Is ·

2025/10/28

Welcome to The Story Is Podcast! In this episode, we're chatting about Lily Allen's album West End Girl (#revengetour), wtf is a quasi moon, and recapping the biggest updates we've learned from Rebecca Yarros' latest interview. And of course, listen to our fave reads of the week including Curvy Girl Summer by Danielle Allen, Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver, and more! Time Stamps (0:00) Intro and catch up (0:30) Our Halloween plans (8:08) David Harbour and Lily Allen drama (21:23) BTS is B A...

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55:34

Bush on Main 2: 2Bush 2Furious

The Story Is ·

2025/10/21

We’re BACK with your favorite romance book podcast! In this episode of ‘The Story Is’, Katie and Amanda talk about holiday movie traditions, our love for Costco, the return of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show and the controversial new Skims' underwear. Plus, we’re chatting about the importance of supporting indie bookstores and our latest book recommendations! Time Stamps (0:00) intro (0:50) rip Diane Keaton and our fave holiday movies (3:50) how early is too early for christmas (6:31...

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72:42

Zodiac Academy: The Reckoning | Final Thoughts on Book 3

The Story Is ·

2025/10/17

We finished Zodiac Academy: The Awakening and we have THOUGHTS! This is definitely our favorite book yet. The Twins' order is FINALLY revealed. Tory and Darius might finally hook up?! And what's the deal with the shadow realm? Our final recap for book 3 (chapter 31-end) is here. Feel free to share your thoughts with us on social! Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instag...

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68:09

Zodiac Academy Book 3: The Reckoning Chapter 21–30

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2025/10/10

We're almost done with book 3 of Zodiac Academy: The Reckoning! Listen to our recap on chapters 21-30 including The Heirs discovering the Vega Twins revenge plot, the final trials for the reckoning (fire and earth) and the infamous fairy fair! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro (1:13) Chapter 21 Darius (4:17) Chapter 22 Darcy (11:44) Chapter 23 Tory (19:49) Chapter 24 Darius (23:12) Chapter 25 Darcy (31:07) Chapter 26 Max (38:59) Chapter 27 Tory (41:03) Chapter 28 and Chapter 30 Darcy (57:22) ...

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