Move over Lady Whistledown, there is a new hot gossip entering the villa! On this not so family friendly episode, Izzie and her cousin, Sara, discuss the messy family dynamics of the Bridgertons. Sara mourns the loss of her dog while Izzie's cat, Luna, makes a guest appearance. Izzie and Sara are sidetracked from the Bridgertons and start unpacking their own family trauma.  This episode is dedicated to Rosy - a very good dog.  Follow "Are You There Love?" on Instagram @are_you_there_love...

Calling all Emily Henry fans! Join Izzie and guest Sarah Whalen (@xsarahscribblesx on Instagram and @xsarahsmilesx on Tik Tok) as they discuss the Emily Henry trifecta of Beach Read, People We Meet on Vacation, and Book Lovers. Sarah goes into the history of romance and wows Izzie with her rules of the romance genre. Izzie wants less happily ever afters and reveals her ideal ending to Book Lovers. Follow "Are You There Love?" on Instagram @are_you_there_love and Tik Tok...

Izzie has emerged from her isolation cave and is back with an all new season of "Are You There Love?" On this first episode of the season 3, Izzie and her book reading twin, Amy Zheng, dive into the ocean that is Jenny Han's The Summer I Turned Pretty Series. Izzie and Amy reminisces about their grad school meet cute. In a heated debate about the Fisher Boys, Amy proves herself as a PhD student with her evidence supporting Conrad. Izzie thinks Susannah and Laurel are the ultimate...

How could we do a spooky season and not include witches?! For the last episode before HALLOWEEN, Dani and Izzie discuss "A Discovery of Witches" by Deborah Harkness, supernatural relationships, and the book to TV adaptation. Dani questions the sustainability and the sexual intimacy of the main character's relationship with a vampire. Izzie is happy that she FINALLY got Dani hooked on a fantasy book. Follow "Are You There, Love? It's Us, Dani and Izzie" on Instagram @daniandizzie, TikTok...

On this week's episode of "Are You There Love?" Dani and Izzie transition from spooky to sci-fi while discussing Dani's all time favorite series, "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins. Dani and Izzie enthusiastically debate whether they would survive the hunger games, who are their favorite tributes, and what district they would be in. Dani thinks Peeta would be the perfect quarantine boyfriend. Izzie keeps calling the Hunger Games series the Catching Fire series (it's the only book that...

In episode two of our spooky season, Dani and Izzie discuss someone they would not want to meet at night in “The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue” by V.E. Schwab. Dani serves up some prime roasting on Izzie. Izzie goes off on a feminist rant (again). 

Once upon a time there were two podcasters named Dani & Izzie who took a break from their podcast, but now are back and BETTER THAN EVER! Dani & Izzie are back for a fun, fall, festive, and fantastical season two! In this first episode of season two, Dani and Izzie discuss their favorite fairytales retellings, talk about Julie Murphy's new book, "If the Shoe Fits," and, some how, get off topic and discuss COVID-19 vaccines. Dani fangirls about her favorite Disney movies. Izzie creates...

From bowel movements to books to Bonnaroo to best sellers, nothing is off topic for Dani & Izzie as they sit down with author Leah Johnson (You Should See Me in Crown & Rise to the Sun) and talk about...well everything! Dani gets quali-tea advice from Leah about attending music festivals and Izzie becomes Leah's new #1 stalker. Leah reveals the ins and outs of publishing a book during a pandemic, the impact of celebrity book clubs, and her new project with Disney!  Follow Leah Johnson...

WIth an unfortunate lack of WAP, Dani & Izzie wrap-up season 1B/1 of the podcast. On this episode, Dani & Izzie are disappointed with the romantic aspects of their respective #hotpersonsummer and rank the wonderful books and relationships they've read this pride month. Dani demands an apology from Izzie and talks about her upcoming move. Izzie, of course, needs to leave the listeners with one more #stool status. Follow "Are You There, Love? It's Us, Dani and Izzie" on Instagram...

AND NEXT ON STAGE IS MISS PUMPKIN PATCH...Join us this week as we read the final book in the Dumplin' companion series, "Pumpkin" by Julie Murphy exploring the topics of companion series, Drag culture, and unhealthy relationships. Dani's inner dinosaur is unleashed with a huge RAWRING rant about trash bags (aka a stupid boy). Izzie makes a stance on a controversial shipping war. Follow "Are You There, Love? It's Us, Dani and Izzie" on Instagram @daniandizzie, TikTok @daniandizzie, or send us...

Happy 4th of July! Dani & Izzie are celebrating the holiday with the most patriotic book of all time, "Red, White, and Royal Blue" by Casey McQuiston. Dani & Izzie take a brief but scary walk down memory lane to 2016 and discuss politics and representation within politics. Dani is surprised by the sauciness of this book (not that she is complaining). Izzie wants to make it known that not all Latinx people look the same. Follow "Are You There, Love? It's Us, Dani and Izzie" on...

We finally have a date for hot person summer! This is an extra special episode as we get to know the beautiful people that work at Trident Booksellers & Cafe, our lovely partners this season 1B. Dani & Izzie talk to Courtney, V.P. of Trident, and Nia, Bookseller, about bookseller life, working during the pandemic, and of course... BOOKS (including PRIDE picks)! Dani emphasizes her love for candles and Izzie can't stop talking about her other life as a bookseller (shout out to the BSBN...

GO LIGHTY GO! Dani & Izzie are voting Liz Lighty for prom queen from the book "You Should See me in Crown" by Leah Johnson. This week Dani & Izzie discuss the themes of fighting for your crown and fixing friendships. Dani gets nervous when Izzie says she wants to fix their friendship. Izzie tries (and fails?) to make connections between the book plot and Jersey Shore. Follow "Are You There, Love? It's Us, Dani and Izzie" on Instagram @daniandizzie, TikTok @daniandizzie, or send us an...

It's Dani's birthday and we are celebrating by talking about one of her (and Izzie's) favorite books, "Fangirl" by Rainbow Rowell. Dani & Izzie fill in their listeners on what's going on in their lives #lifeupdate and spiral into "Fangirl" and the world of fandoms. Dani gushes over Levi and Izzie sings a very off pitch version of Happy Birthday to Dani. Follow "Are You There, Love? It's Us, Dani and Izzie" on Instagram @daniandizzie, TikTok @daniandizzie, or send us an email at...

This week Dani & Izzie discuss "Felix Ever After" by Kacen Callender and the themes of wanting to be loved, relationships vs friendships, and focusing on yourself. Dani & Izzie have to admit their lack of romantic experience makes them blind to obvious relationships. Dani shows her love for rom-coms once again and gushes about "13 Going on 30." Izzie advocates for Declan to be the new member of the Second Choice Squad. Follow "Are You There, Love? It's Us, Dani and Izzie" on Instagram...

This week Dani and Izzie dance their way into the world of K-Pop and love in "I'll Be the One" by Lyla Lee. In this book, Skye Shin enters the K-Pop reality competition TV show "You're My Shinning Star" in hopes of pursuing her dreams in the K-Pop world and prove to the world and her mom that fat girls CAN dance. Dani & Izzie discuss about standing up for yourself, representation in media/entertainment, and body image & beauty standards. Dani can't wait to go on a typical LA date,...

In the first episode of season 1B, Dani & Izzie can't stop talking about the big D....DEATH in Adam Silvera's "They Both Die at the End." Dani & Izzie explore the topics of second chances and stepping out of your comfort zone; debate whether Mateo and Rufus had sex; and ask each other: would you want to know if you were going to die? Dani can't get enough of the side characters, Delilah and Howie, and Izzie performs a live reading of her favorite scene from the book. Follow "Are You...

Dani and Izzie are back and ready for the best #hotpersonsummer filled with books, relationships, and more! In this saucy, little strip teaser for the second half of season 1 (season 1B), Dani and Izzie discuss the theme for season 1B, give some life updates, and announce our new partnership with Trident Booksellers & Cafe located in Boston, MA. Season 1B drops Saturday May 29, 2021!  Follow "Are You There Love? It's Us Dani" on Instagram @daniandizzie, TikTok @daniandizzie, or send us...

IT'S A WRAP (for now). Dani and Izzie can hardly believe they made it to 10 episodes. They reflect on the books they have covered, lessons learned, and final thoughts for each book. Dani and Izzie also give some life updates and discuss their experience using Hinge. Dani is excited to go out west and pursue her career and hot girl summer dreams. Izzie swoons over a screenshot of a google calendar. Follow us on Instagram @daniandizzie, Tiktok @daniandizzie, or send us an email at...

Have you ever dreamt of getting a redo? In the book “Again, but Better” by Christine Riccio (our fellow BU alumnus), the protagonist, Shane Primaveri, is presented with such a chance when she gets the opportunity to redo her study abroad experience six years ago. Which happens to be the last time she felt sparks from her career aspirations and her love life. Join Dani & Izzie as they debate Shane’s relatability and overanalyze the nitty-gritty details of Shane and Pilot’s relationship....

Meet-cutes! (Multiple) First dates! The universe at work!? This week’s book is the rom-com YA read of our dreams! Dani & Izzie question whether meet-cutes, like Arthur and Ben’s, can actually happen in real life, discuss what their ideal first dates would look like, and match the book characters to Hamilton songs. Izzie concludes that Dani is a hopeless romantic and, like Arthur, believes the universe is at work doing good things. Meanwhile, Dani thinks the universe has something waiting...

Following our discussion of Gloria Chao’s “American Panda,” Dani & Izzie started to get nostalgic for their Boston beginnings. This week, the ladies reminisce on some of their experiences during their first year at Boston University, including cringe-worthy roommate stories and advice on how to make new friends. Dani recalls the time she slept in the trash room during finals week and Izzie is excited for her Appa plush to arrive! Follow us on Instagram @daniandizzie, TikTok @daniandizzie,...

In light of the recent hate crimes against the AAPI community, we wanted to highlight an Asian author and their story. Within Gloria Chao’s “American Panda,” we follow Mei Lu’s personal & professional growth during her first year of college at MIT (just across the river from where Dani and Izzie went to college!). Dani and Izzie discuss the experience of “leaving the nest,” learning to ask why, and where your loyalty lies in regards to family and love. Dani thanks all the guys who have...

BONUS EPISODES?! You bet! Some topics we love will be getting some extra special treatment from your two favorite book nerds. For this inaugural episode, we explored one of our favorite OTPs, Maverick and Lisa, from “The Hate U Give,” and most recently published, “Concrete Rose” by Angie Thomas. Dani turns to BoJack Horseman for a life lesson and Izzie stops her and Dani from being bad feminists. Content Warnings: violence/gang violence, death, teenage parenthood, racism and...