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Books, Blackouts, and Brunch

Meg, Eileen, and Kaleigh

Join three book-loving besties - Megan, Eileen, and Kaleigh - as they dive into the world of literature. Each episode, they discuss their latest reads, share hilarious stories of purchasing entirely too many books (a.k.a. blackouts), and maybe even sip on a mimosa or two! Whether you"re a bookworm looking for new recommendations or just love a good chat over brunch, this podcast is the perfect blend of literary fun and friendship. Pour your glass, grab your book, and join the conversation! Hosted on

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44:35

3.9 - Hammered Through the Season 3 Finale

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2025/09/17

Meg, Eileen, and Kaleigh recap book 3 of the Iron Druid Chronicles, "Hammered," by Kevin Hearne, for the Season 3 finale. Tune in for the girls' usual banter and hot takes about a load of male bonding, Black Jesus, and a total lack of clothing, as per usual. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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43:12

The Pod's Highest Rated Book

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2025/08/20

Meg, Eileen, and Kaleigh get together to chat all about "Just for the Summer," by Abby Jimenez. From faithful side characters to sociopathic moms and everywhere in between, this rom-com chick lit will keep you captivated from page 1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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55:59

3.7 - Maybe Don't Read This at the Beach

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2025/07/22

Meg, Eileen and Kaleigh talk about poor communication skills, heart-wrenching letters, and whether or not they can get in the mood at a death cult's campsite in this episode where they discuss "Beach Read," by Emily Henry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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53:15

3.6 - Our Anxieties Are Not the Same

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2025/07/01

Meg, Eileen, and Kaleigh cover a book that defies all our previously held Storygraph beliefs this week with "Everyone in This Room Will Someday Be Dead," by Emily Austin. Grab a drink and tune in to our usual brand of hot takes, unbelievable secondhand cringe, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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44:35

3.5 - Good Grief

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2025/06/17

Meg, Eileen, and Kaleigh talk good grief, unredeemable characters, and more in this conversation about T.J. Klune's "Under the Whispering Door." Grab a drink - you're gonna need it for that one quote from Nancy - and dive in to another hilarious and moving chat with the ladies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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41:10

3.4 - I’m an Unreliable Narrator for Myself

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2025/06/03

Meg, Eileen, and Kaleigh venture into "One Dark Window" by Rachel Gillig. The girls chat about The Ring-girl-lookalike, whether or not we should have known the Nightmare/Shephard King reveal, and more in this hilarious recap and chit chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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54:43

3.3 - Not the People Article

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2025/05/13

Meg, Eileen, and Kaleigh recap and discuss "Anxious People" by Fredrik Backman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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51:38

3.2 - Who's the Dain Apologist?

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2025/04/29

Can you guess which one of the three girls is a lowkey-Dain apologist? Find out with Meg, Eileen and Kaleigh as they chat about Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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51:15

3.1 - The Men Are the Thorns

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2025/04/15

The girls are back with season 3, kicking things off with a recap and discussion of Off to the Races by Elsie Silver! Saddle up for a thrilling convo about Canadian ranch stories, Horse Girls(TM), and what era of Strawberry Shortcake should really take home the pie. Leave a review and share with your friends <3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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41:49

2.7 - How Long Is He Naked?

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2024/12/24

Meg, Eileen, and Kaleigh round out the final book recap for season 2 with "Hexed" by Kevin Hearne, the second book in the Iron Druid Chronicles! Join the girls as they dive back into the world of Atticus O’Sullivan, the last of the druids, who’s got a knack for trouble—and some seriously powerful enemies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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49:43

2.6 - 3/5, Main Character Complains Too Much

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2024/12/10

Join the girls as they journey back to the works of Brandon Sanderson in "The Frugal Wizard's Handbook for Surviving Medieval England." Meg, Eileen and Kaleigh give this main character a 3/5 rating for complaining too much, give Jen's grandma a name, and never actually talk about Thokk's real identity as Logna. Grab a glass, relax, and enjoy this week's episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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52:26

2.5 - Finding Happiness in a Salt Mine

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2024/11/26

New adventures and old favorites collide! Megan's diving into Throne of Glass for the first time, while Kaleigh and Eileen are revisiting one of their all-time favorite worlds. Tune in to hear all of their thoughts and feels as we journey into Adarlan! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2.4 - Kneading Some Stuff

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2024/11/12

Meg, Eileen, and Kaleigh get together to chat about House of Sky and Breath by Sarah J. Maas. Grab your mug of cider, hug a squishmallow, and light a candle to dive deep into what's getting kneaded - and why we didn't knead to know about it - complicated world-building we pretend to understand, and what SJM FMC we can't exactly stand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2.3 - Very Literary Smart

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2024/10/29

The October witch-fest reaches its grand finale as Meg, Eileen, and Kaleigh tackle the entire Scholomance trilogy by Naomi Novik! Despite swearing they'd never attempt a full series in one episode again, the allure of dark academia, deadly magic, and reluctant heroines was just too strong to resist. Grab your potions, light those black flame candles, and brace yourself—it’s a magical ride! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:39

2.2 - Hexes and Exes

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2024/10/15

The witchy vibes continue in this spellbinding episode as Meg, Eileen, and Kaleigh dive into Payback's a Witch by Lana Harper! This week, it's all about magical rivalries, family curses, and a healthy dose of sweet, sweet revenge. As the trio breaks down this enchanting mix of romance, competition, and hexes, expect plenty of laughs and their signature chaos. Pour yourself a spiked cider and join the magical mayhem—you won’t want to miss this! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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49:22

2.1 - Witch, Please!

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2024/10/01

Meg, Eileen, and Kaleigh are back with a bewitching Season 2 premiere! As the autumn leaves fall and spooky season creeps in, the trio cozies up with The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna. Join them for a charming chat about magical misfits, found family, and all the witchy vibes that make October feel extra enchanting. Grab your broomsticks and a pumpkin spice latte—this is an episode you won’t want to miss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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11 - Blackout in Barnes & Noble

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2024/08/06

Join Meg, Eileen, and Kaleigh as the girlies blackout in a Barnes & Noble, a.k.a. forget bank account balances or budgets and load up on books! Stay tuned for special announcements at the end of the episode about season 2 of Books, Blackouts, and Brunch 👀 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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53:00

10 - Thumb People Show up to a Fight

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2024/07/02

The book that started it all– with beautiful new cover art. Turns out, we do judge a book by its cover!In this penultimate episode of Books, Blackouts, and Brunch's first season, Eileen, Kaleigh, and Megan embark on a fantastical journey through the pages of Kevin Hearne's "Hounded," the first book in the Iron Druid Chronicles. The hosts dive into the adventures of Atticus O'Sullivan, the last of the ancient Druids, who lives quietly in Arizona with his Irish wolfhound, Oberon—until mythological

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35:30

9.5 - Novella #6

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2024/06/25

Join us today for our penultimate novella episode! Eileen, Kaleigh, and Megan settle into their comfy chairs and chat office renovations and the latest Bridgerton season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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54:19

9 - F*ck Shirley

Books, Blackouts, and Brunch ·

2024/06/18

This week, Meg, Eileen, and Kaleigh got together to discuss "Last Night at the Telegraph Club" by Malinda Lo where they ranted about a certain character named Shirley, dissected what they like about coming-of-age stories, and yearned for books representing LGBTQ+ stories that aren't tragic. Grab a glass (you're going to need it) and continue celebrating Pride with the girlies! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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