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“The only problem with this podcast is that I’ll never be able to read all of the recommended books. Smart and thoughtful and nourishing.”
soft pieces via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/22/22
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“Robin’s interview technique is painful to listen to. He just can’t let the interviewee speak without trying to crowbar an irrelevant anecdote in. It’s frustrating. Although, props to Josie Long who is always a pleasure.”
babsupo via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/07/22
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“Quite enjoy the range of books, authors, topics and styles covered. Read eccentrically.”
Breadman'84 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/18/21
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“I love books. And I love this podcast ❤️”
Katarina Janoskova via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/16/21
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“Always a pleasure. Guaranteed to be introduced to a new world each listen. Almost Late Junctionesk. Thanks Robin, Josie & Trent.”
savbalance via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/28/21
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“Oh what a shame. Ince virtue signalling how he is so privileged as a white straight man. Killed it. 1 star.”
LotusBlueTwo via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/22/21
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“This is an excellent idea. Celebs talk about books, what’s not to like? Robin Ince
Never heard someone so desperate to display his ‘wide reading’. Every time a guest names a book he shouts over them about his knowledge of it.
Listen to the Jon Ronson episode- Ince basically shouts him down and...”Read full review »
Tour De Fish via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/18/21
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The truest of fans via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/09/21
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“I would have given this five for the interesting guests if Robin didn’t keep interrupting them at crucial moments.
Not saying that Robin isn’t interesting, but his timing is not the best.”
Anynamewilldo22 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/19/21
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“Exquisite! An absolute aural pleasure.”
Lammikins via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/14/21
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“Been listening to Book Shambles for over a decade now and I still love it just as much! Great guests, love Robin & Josie, keep making it!”
beth_yeah via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/11/20
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“If you’re interviewing Hugh Warwick, I’ll delete, thanks.”
Piedwarbler via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/05/20
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“Anyone else prefer this without the increasingly sporadic appearances from Josie Long? Her pointless wittering adds nothing and breaks the flow of conversation. Her having that baby seems to have benefited us all.”
PrinceHeathen23 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/29/20
“Settle down and listen to Robin Ince and Josie Long’s fascinating in-depth conversations with authors. Their enthusiasm and curiosity is infectious. Whoever they talk to you’ll inevitably come away with a long list of authors and ideas you’ll want to explore further.”
Ms de Joslin via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/17/20
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“A fantastic podcast, I would really recommend it to anyone who loves books. I didn't grow up in UK, so even though I read loads of books my reading CV is totally different from Robin's & Josie's. I love hearing about other people's reading history. Even if sometimes I...”Read full review »
sammndave via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/12/20
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“Every episode makes you think or note down a new book to read, highly recommended”
Saint LeTiss via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/31/20
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“A really nice format, but I can’t bear to listen to Robin repeatedly interrupt Josie.”
Croaky Al via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/01/19
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“Super excellent book fun time!”
Pepijn_itunes via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
03/23/19
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“I bow down and kiss the feet of King Swot Robin and Jobie the Duchess of Dweeb.”
Teletextboy via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/07/19
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“Robin
HOW CAN YOU WRITE ON PAGE OF A BOOK ???😱😱😱😱
I have had to stop listening ..
No stars for you ....
RoseAggie”
RoseAggie via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/15/19
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“I've enjoyed every episode that I've had a chance to listen to. Great range of guests, lots of interesting ideas, tangents, conversations and book recommendations. Highly recommended.”Read full review »
Racht-b via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/07/18
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“Listening to this podcast is like watching a Richard Linklater film. The conversations are rambly and strange and always interesting, even when they veer away from books. No one’s trying to show off, no one’s trying to create a persona or a brand, there are no hot takes, Robin and Josie are just...”Read full review »
matthershberger via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/06/18
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“Some voices barely audible and others too loud so can’t increase the volume. Have given up trying to listen, so annoying. Shame as I think I may have liked it. Sounds like it wasn’t proof listened too before broadcasting it.”
Tinyquay via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/06/18
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“I find that although I enjoy the premise of this podcast and love many of the chats I hear, I’ve given up on it lately because Robin dominates so much. He’s lovely, but there is plenty of him elsewhere, and other lovable male geeks of his type. Whereas there are extremely slim pickings of funny...”Read full review »
Interactionist via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/16/18
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“The usual format for this podcast is for a guest to arrive with a bag of books which serves as a jumping off point for some interesting discussion. There are extended episodes for subscribers and shorter interviews as well. Unfailingly entertaining!”
thermalsatsuma via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/13/18
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“Oh dear Robin and Josie. I already have a growing mountain of books on my desk in the "read these NOW Gemma" pile. After one episode with Noel Fielding, I've written a list of another 12 books I must read NOW. If I continue listening (which, of course, I will) then I may have to quit...”Read full review »
GemmaChurch via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/23/18
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“Passionate, witty, intelligent interviews and fabulous discussions about books you would never hear about anywhere else. If you are looking for a podcast about popular new releases, this may not be for you. But if you want to discover your next favourite book, you should subscribe to this...”Read full review »
PrincessCath via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/21/18
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“My comfort listening. Even when I don't know who the guest is I would always listen - every time there's something new that I would hear or know otherwise. My book wish list is growing!”Read full review »
dochimichi1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Japan ·
02/20/18
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“Book Shambles is the perfect combination of conversation, humour and discussion (and it sort of includes books!!) Robin and Josie chat casually to a wondrous collection of guests who bring or discuss their favourite books, bringing me to explore authors and titles who may have remained hidden...”Read full review »
Blaidd45 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/20/18
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“Great thing to listen to whilst you get ready in the morning to get your brain working!”
ROBYNninjaBANANA via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/31/18
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“This could be such an interesting podcast, but listening to Josie get repeatedly interrupted by Robin is just unbearable. I would like to be able to hear her finish her point.”
Lilleybee via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/30/18
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“Just rambling, talking over each other, pointless changes of topic and unwanted political opinions. I find this an irritating listen. Sorry but not for me.”
Swonky78 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/29/17
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“Such a wonderful back catalogue for first timers to explore.Enjoy”
TomasT321 via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
11/05/17
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“I always love hearing the interaction between these two and their guests. After meeting Robin at newscientist live 2017, I love it even more because, he comes across as a genuinely nice man and its not just an act!”
KirstyYARV via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/11/17
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“Highlight of my week when this podcast downloads! Love listening to the informed but inclusive discussion. Many fantastic suggestions have broadened my reading and makes me feel part of the shambles family.”
Microlass_morris via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/10/17
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“Highly entertaining. Clever, just people talking about how to live, with books as a conversational armature. Sometimes there's more shambles than book, it's all fine.”Read full review »
Disorder of merit. via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
09/02/17
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“It's like eavesdropping on a really interesting conversation. Even when the book talk is minimal it's used as a jumping-off point to discuss all sorts of other interesting issues. I always feel like I've learned something after listening, even if I don't always understand...”Read full review »
Electric_blue via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/01/17
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“Self righteous and smug. The episode with Rob Mitchell almost made me gag.”
Heisenberguncertain via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/29/17
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“This Podcast specifically this episode was suggested by a local PC magazine and was less about books and more about books (as an alternative to beer) as a justification for talking to Eddy Izzard (which can go anywhere!). I loved it's rambling discussion on Easter Island, Human Sacrifice...”Read full review »
GJBMcN via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/20/17
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“Great show but needs to be louder”
Dom Kippin via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/24/17
“Great podcast, love the rambling conversation format, with many detours to strange places! I've been looking for a way to find books far away from my usual reading list and this is definitely the place for that.”Read full review »
Wonko15 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/13/17
“I love this podcast. I've learned about new books, enjoyed the ideas and tangential discussions and sometimes been absolutely enthralled by guests (Alan Moore is particularly amazing).
One thing, the sound levels and production can be erratic to the point of being irritating and distracting....”Read full review »
anontonio via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/03/17
“Love the conversation and interaction between Robin and Josie and their guests and a great reminder about how many books I want to read. You'll find yourself scribbling notes of books to read in most episodes.”Read full review »
FairyBex via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/25/17
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“I love Josie and Robin chatting together and they have such great guests.”
Amylenable via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/23/17
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“Great guests. Nice to have you back.”
Nastasya Filipovna. via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/27/17
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“I’ve loved this podcast for ages, and listen to it as my treat when I am pushing my son round the park. It has given me some ideas for new authors to try, as well as re-enjoying books I had forgotten about. I became a patron today because I finally had enough money to (after many years being a...”Read full review »
Charlotte Psychotherapist via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/12/17
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“I can't get enough of these two. The chemistry they have with all of their guests is amazing. It just feels like friends sitting around chatting. Bonus: My reading list has quadrupled!”Read full review »
PortiaKSD via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/10/16
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