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The Book Jar Podcast

Marissa Trarback, Megan Breitenbach

A podcast between two avid readers in which the topics are chosen from the book jar! Episodes are released every two weeks. Send us your topics to have them added to the jar.

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27:54

A Brand New Page | What's Next for The Book Jar Podcast

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2025/11/01

The Book Jar is back, and we're turning over a new page. In this episode, we're catching you up on what's new around The Book Jar, as well as introducing you to two new(ish) hosts that you'll be seeing, or rather hearing, a lot more from! Enjoy!Have a question you want us to discuss? Send us an email or message our Instagram account with your question, and we'll add it to our book jar.You can find our sister podcast, the Queens of Fantasy Podcast, on Instagram as well.Like our podcast

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64:42

Who Would Win A Fictional Fight Between...? | Let the...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/11/28

Let the fighting begin! In this episode, Marissa and Megan discuss, argue, and fight over who would win between fictional characters in fictional fights. From Dracula and Rhysand to Emma and Lizzie Bennet, this episode is throwing everything down and everyone with them! So, join us while we fight it out. As usual, the three readers start by reviewing their most recent reads and finish by discussing their upcoming reads. They also announce their next topic from the Book Jar.Expect us to

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72:57

Bookish Confessions | Dust Jackets, Reading...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/11/14

It's time to share our deepest reader secrets. In this episode, Marissa and Megan are joined by Alix Calfa from the Queens of Fantasy podcast, to discuss all those things we usually keep to ourselves. We're talking about our bookish confessions, from dust jacket behaviour to reading challenges and even cheating on reading goals. Get ready to see us in a different light!As usual, the three readers start by reviewing their most recent reads and finish by discussing their upcoming reads. They

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64:29

The Best Bookstores Worldwide | Portland, Edinburgh,...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/10/18

Besides that one overly comfortable chair in the corner, every reader's favourite place to be is a bookstore. In this episode, Marissa and Megan share the best bookstores they've explored. From local gems to international stars, these bookstores have one thing in common: they are well-loved and well-read.As usual, the two readers start by reviewing their most recent reads and finish by discussing their upcoming reads. They also draw their next topic from the Book Jar.Expect us to

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66:25

The History of Audiobooks | A Lesson From Megan

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/10/03

Ever heard of audiobooks? How much do you really know about them? In this episode, Megan explores everything audiobook. From the history of audiobooks to its formats, uses, and styles, join along as your two favourite readers explore the world of audiobooks!As usual, the two readers start by reviewing their most recent reads and finish by discussing their upcoming reads. They also draw their next topic from the Book Jar.Expect us to discuss:White Horse, Black Nights by Evie MarceauSilver

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65:42

Literary Terms 101 With Marissa | Metaphor, Similes,...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/09/19

It's time to go back to school! And, what better way to celebrate school than with a test? In this episode, Marissa and Megan review literary terms. Or rather, Marissa quizzes Megan on this terminology while putting her friendship at risk. From metaphor and simile to allusions and character foils, Marissa puts on her teaching hat to share the top literary terms every reader should know -- or learn!As usual, the two readers start by reviewing their most recent reads and finish by discussing

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64:52

Banned Books: Which Ones We've Read And Our Thoughts...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/09/05

Books are made to be read, not banned. In this episode, Megan and Marissa discuss banned books. From the most commonly banned novels to their favourite illicit reads, these two readers dive into why the books are banned and why they disagree. As always, they start the podcast with their most recent reads and end it by drawing a new topic from the jar.Articles referenced in the episode:Most Banned Books of All Time (Containing list of top 25 banned books)Plot twist: Activists skirt book bans

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54:34

Books You've Been Avoiding On Your TBR (To-Be Read)...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/08/22

This one is dedicated to all the book stacks on all those book shelves just waiting to be read. In this episode, Marissa and Megan uncover their most shameful -- or most interesting -- books on their TBRs that they've been avoiding. From books they didn't even know they owned to books they've been waiting for the perfect moment to pick up, join these two readers as they dive into their TBRs. As always, they start the podcast with their most recent reads and end it by drawing a new topic

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57:14

Biggest Bookish Pet Peeves | A Feather So Black,...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/08/08

All the things that make us cringe, gag, and recoil away from a book within an instant. From abhorrent stickers on book covers to the worst plot devices we've ever read, this week Megan and Marissa discuss their biggest book pet peeves. Marissa also shares an embarrassing reader faux pas she committed and Megan pretends she's very much over it. As always, they start the podcast with their most recent reads and end it by drawing a new topic from the jar and discussing their upcoming

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45:35

Reading Challenges: Everything We Love & Everything...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/07/11

Anybody up for a challenge? Reading challenges are popular across TikTok, StoryGraph, and pretty much anywhere you find readers. Megan and Marissa give their thoughts on reading challenges – which ones they love and which ones they can't quite get into. Megan compares reading challenges to playing the Sims and Marissa changes her opinion quickly as the podcast progresses. As always, they start the podcast with their most recent reads and end it by drawing a new topic from the jar and

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63:32

Let's Talk About BookTok 2.0 W/ Alix Calfa | Sarah J....

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/06/27

Alix Calfa joins us for a surprise guest episode! Marissa and Alix discuss BookTok – and, in fact, all things about books online. The readers tackle discussing good recommendations and poor ones, as well as some of the more popular BookTok books and whether they are worth the read. As always, we start the podcast with some of our more recent reads. And, this time, we end by reviewing Marissa's ever-growing TBR pile.Expect us to discuss:Sarah J. MaasColleen HooverThe Wheel of Time by Robert

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51:37

Our Favourite – And Most Remarkable – Bookmarks |...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/06/13

Do you use bookmarks? Marissa and Megan discuss the most remarkable bookmarks they've had over the years. From American one-dollar bills to a leather marker with a flower that seems one petal short, both readers talk about whether or not they use them, what will count as a bookmark, and whether dog-earring is ever an option.We start the podcast with our most recent reads and end it by drawing our next topic from our book jar!Expect us to discuss:A Feather So Black by Lyra SeleneRadiance by

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49:14

Top Tips to Getting Out of A Reading Slump | Book...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/05/30

Slumps suck. Reading slumps extra suck. Every avid reader has been through one reading slump or another and, while sometimes they are inevitable, there are some ways to get through them without losing your mind. Marissa and Megan discuss their experiences with their own reading slumps, and all the top tips they have to prevent them. From reading challenges and book clubs to DNF-ing and taking breaks, these two readers discuss everything related to reading slumps.We start the podcast with

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46:23

Our Top Villains In Literature | Dracula, President...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/05/16

Everybody loves a good villain. From the most sinister non-human entities to the humans we start to empathize with, we've got all the best baddies from books we've read. We start with a classic President Snow and end with an even more classic villain who will suck your blood, and we hit every bad guy in between.We start the podcast with our most-recent reads and end it by drawing our next topic from our book jar!Expect us to discuss:The Hunger Games by Suzanne CollinsLord of the Rings by

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49:05

Our Favourite Autobiographies & Memoirs | Vivek...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/05/02

From the rawest insight into people's lives to illuminating spotlights on important issues, biographies and memoirs can leave a long-lasting impact. In this episode, Marissa and Megan discuss their favourite memoirs and autobiographies. Marissa discusses several dancer and a few artists' memoirs, while Megan talks about reading about therapy and dealing with trauma. We hope you enjoy hearing about our favourite autobiographies we've read so far. We end the podcast with our currently

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60:18

Poetry 101: Top Tips for Getting Into Poetry | Lang...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/04/18

Welcome to Poetry 101. Marissa is a big poetry buff, and this week we're discussing all our best tips for getting into poetry. Throughout this podcast, Marissa and Megan share their experiences with poems and poetry – and give you all the reasons why you shouldn't be scared of them, no matter what your high school English teacher made you feel. From Marissa's top tips to reading poetry to Megan's personal experience with reading poetry and enjoying it, this is your starter guide to

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59:24

Best Book Recommendations We've Given Each Other |...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/03/21

Will we hurt each other's feelings? You'll have to listen to find out! In this episode of The Book Jar Pod, Megan and Marissa discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of the books they've recommended to each other over the years. From some classic recommendations like Sabriel and Iron Widow to some newer ones like Emma and Throne of Glass, expect to hear all about the best – and perhaps the worst – recommendations exchanged between these two readers. We end the podcast with our currently

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74:29

Let's Catch Up On Our Most Recent Reads! | Silver in...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/03/07

Megan is back! And we have some book talk to catch up. Marissa and Megan go through their most recent reads – all 25 books they've read since they've last met. From Heartstopper and Fly By Night to The Fires of Heaven and The City of Brass, join your fave readers as they rate and discuss all the books they've read to start this year. We end the podcast with our currently reading, and then we draw our next topic from our book jar! Expect us to discuss:Cage of Dreams by Rebecca SchaefferThe

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50:07

Fave Female Characters in Books w/ Alix Calfa & Tay...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/02/22

Let's have some girl talk. And by girl talk, we're talking about our fave girlies in books. To top it off, Marissa is joined by both Alix Calfa and Taylor Andresen, from our sister podcast, The Queens of Fantasy. The three readers discuss an abundance of amazing female characters they've read in novels. From Sabriel and Katniss Everdeen to the leading characters in Throne of Glass and The Poppy War, the readers give credit where credit is due, recounting the best, strongest, and smartest

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53:11

Let's Talk About BookTok w/ Alix Calfa! | Twilight,...

The Book Jar Podcast ·

2024/02/08

Another week, another guest. Alix Calfa, from our sister podcast, The Queens of Fantasy podcast, joins Marissa to discuss a truly industry-changing social media platform: BookTok. Both Alix and Marissa point out the good, the bad, the ugly, and the inspirational aspects of such a whirlwind force as BookTok is. We mention fave creators, fave book recommendations, and so much more in this episode of the Book Jar Podcast. Alix starts by recounting some of her most recent reads, and then the

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