Reviews
Far too much off topic, one sided, conversation. I usually skip the first ten or fifteen minutes before getting to books… Is what I said previously. But the book talk has been squeezed out even more recently. In the last podcast I listened to they didn’t get around to discussing books until 28...Read full review »
Magnuspym via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 04/05/24
I absolutely love this pod! Thank you!
olivecat via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/18/24
This is a luminous podcast! I love listening to these two talk thoughtful and humorously about books and life!
Andrea G 2727 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/26/24
Love this non-pretentious dialogue. And ‘library anxiety?’ 📚🤯📚 Oh yes, totally a thing; thanks for addressing it.😘
Jessica Jokela via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/12/24
I’ve been listening since day one! This is my absolute fave podcast. I love Ariel and Raeleen!
Lulu&Festus via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/11/24
I like that Ariel read 33 books in 2023 - much more relatable than other book lovers who are reading 80+ books
newmomtoo via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/27/23
Feels like catching up with an old friend. Perfect blend of book stuff and silliness, I never miss an episode
KnightKnitter via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 12/04/23
Just finishing up episode 210 and it felt like you gave a shout out to all his moms who love your show. We really do! Thank you for making a fantastic show about: books, friendship, business, family… life! Woot!
Ancon76 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/05/23
Joy
Always a bright spot in my week, I love that we get the random stories with the books, who can forget the time that Ariel fell in a well or the whole weasel adventures, great reviews and a lot of intriguing books added to my tbr but more than anything a bit of calm joy in a world that frequently...Read full review »
millyrawwrr via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 08/15/23
Love the joy these two bring! Books, friendship, life- I just love listening!
SarahArielB via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/18/23
I adore this podcast because Raeleen’s booktube channel was the original way that I got into book related content online as a young teen about 8 years ago. Right after I found Rae, I found Ariel, and I’ve been watching the videos, following and cheering them both on since then (even though...Read full review »
celeste_072 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/12/23
Two golden walnuts short of perfection.
KristinHank via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/30/23
I love this pod! It just feels like you’re hanging with friends <3
tinysab via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 05/07/23
There is no other books podcast that compares. I don’t even share the reading taste of Ariel or Raeleen more than 50% but it doesn’t matter because this is absolutely delightful and I savor the episodes every week. Thank you guys!
nap.sak via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/27/23
Fun, cozy, endearing and entertaining.
hdhehd jehdb via Apple Podcasts · Denmark · 03/25/23
Hello Ariel and Raeleen…thank you for such refreshing reviews and banter. I love hearing your adventures both at home and for travel. Sandra
Exploration Sandra via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 03/19/23
Ariel and Rayleen crack me up. I listen to multiple book podcasts so it’s refreshing to have one that doesn’t talk exclusively about books. I love hearing their funny life experiences too and about Ariel’s travels!
JessSVA via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/01/23
This is my absolute favourite podcast. I know that I can put on Books Unbound and will definitely enjoy it. It’s full of whimsy and fun and I love hearing Ariel & Raeleen get excited about their reads! I am a busy engineering student, and only read about 5 books a year, but I love the...Read full review »
VictoriaE12805 via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 01/01/23
Once Raeleen and Ariel start talking about books, mashed potatoes and everything in-between, I start to switch off and simply enjoy listening to their banter and book advice. My favourite podcast to listen to on a Sunday walk! 💯
luisasofie via Apple Podcasts · Germany · 12/26/22
I heard about this podcast on Ariel’s YouTube channel and scooted right over. She and Raeleen are such CHARMING hosts! They alone are responsible for getting me out of a nasty six month reading slump…oof! Ladies, thank you so much for the hilarious banter and excellent book recommendations....Read full review »
disapointed!!!!!!!! via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/02/22
I used to really love this podcast but now I’d say that it’s less about books and more about everything else. They don’t seem to really do recommendations consistently anymore and some weeks there’s no Book News or Book Olds. I love hearing about Ariel and Raeleen’s lives, but I’d say actual...Read full review »
amylfg via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 11/25/22
the cat-books series is the best, i love the recs 🤍
unlobito via Apple Podcasts · Spain · 11/09/22
They're the best soundtrack to a long autumn walk!<3Read full review »
prehumanlove via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 10/30/22
This podcast feels like a hot cup of tea and a long hug. I love all of the book recommendations- the questions are so unique and the ladies do a marvelous job of finding something to fit the brief. I learn about so many books I never would have heard about otherwise! Ariel and Raeleen bring so...Read full review »
JustaSplashOfVodka via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/25/22
This podcast never fails to put a smile on my face and to make me feel relaxed. That’s why I always come back to it whenever I’m not in the best mental headspace. Thank you🥰
pix_ani via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 10/02/22
Listening to Books Unbound is a great way to start my week. Funny, thoughtful, and well produced, this podcast is a joy to listen to as a book lover.
App reviewer 123 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 09/05/22
I’m 25 minutes in and they haven’t started talking about anything meaningful about books. Giddy school girl repartee gets old.
LuRits via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/16/22
From Bookcontent to side tangents. From buddy reads to book punishments… this is everything!
Antoniasr via Apple Podcasts · Germany · 07/10/22
I’m so ashamed to admit that I haven’t listened to a podcast until this morning. Omg, these two are sure entertaining and I even want to go for a walk in the bleeping rain now! You encourage me to get out there no matter what. And about the upcoming wedding, I am so proud to be mom of the Bride!...Read full review »
Carolle2019 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 07/03/22
Listened to this nonstop on a 22 hour road trip and was never bored
Never getting back together via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/16/22
I love Books Unbound and Ariel and Raeleen. They are the bomb diggity!!
O Calvert via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 05/11/22
I’m not a regular podcast listener … I consider myself to be a podcast dabbler. I’ll listen to an episode here and there, sometimes sticking with a podcast for a few weeks, maybe a few months, before I eventually either tire of it or just forget to listen and then I get overwhelmed by trying to...Read full review »
Bee_Grrl via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 04/26/22
This is one of my very favorite book podcasts, definitely in my top 3! I love the friendship of the hosts, the segments, and always ready to listen when a new episode it out!
theyellowbrickreader via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/22/22
Truly a lovely show about books! I don’t even have the same tastes as Rayleen and Ariel but I still love hearing them talk about their lives and the books they love. 10/10 recommend
RoisinAhRoisin via Apple Podcasts · Ireland · 04/18/22
I really enjoy listening to these girls, makes me feel young again. Witty banter and a lot of laughs. Thanks for the Sunday evening pleasure.
carriebradahaw via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/09/22
I listen to podcasts every now and then, but books unbound is the only one I keep up with and listen to consistently. It just feels like you’re hanging out with friends and talking about books. I get positive, happy vibes and laugh out loud almost every episode. Sometimes I’m interested in the...Read full review »
thewinnielife via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/02/22
Absolutely love this podcast. I have so many books on my TBR as a result of listening to you lovely ladies! My only constructive criticism (I hope) is that I wish that Raeleen got to speak as much as Ariel in the podcast. I love hearing her viewpoints 😊
hello097765 via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 03/04/22
Always such a joy to listen to. Puts me in the best mood!!❤️
Awinanna via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 03/02/22
I’m definitely a bookish person so this podcast subject is right up my alley. But I just love listening to Ariel & Raeleen that I would listen to any podcast that they were hosts of.
eliserich via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/08/22
I love this podcast! Sure they giggle a lot but they are clearly having such a good time! I found this podcast after picking up my first graphic novel, sheets by Brenna Thummler, whom they interview. I get so many great recommendations including graphic novels and lots to add to my TBR list. It’s...Read full review »
K-dogg1010101 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/30/21
This podcast is just such a comfort to listen to! Ariel and Raleen are so fun and have great conversation. I don’t have many book worm friends, but listening to this podcast makes me feel like I’m talking about books with my two best pals :) 10/10 would recommend!!
um_marissa via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/27/21
This podcast is such a vibe! I love the chatty nature of the conversation and listen/re-listen to episodes almost daily while at work. It’s a great pod to listen to while doing other tasks because it feels like you’re overhearing a conversation between best friends. Their enthusiasm for bookish...Read full review »
SamAtStarbucks via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/16/21
Ariel and Raeleen are such fun hosts! Love listening to their podcast every week!❤️
lauraestelle via Apple Podcasts · Netherlands · 09/16/21
very funny and entertaining podcast, however, y'all have a real consumerism problem with book buying!Read full review »
ISABELLE1999LOP via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/09/21
Earlier this year I binged every episode of this podcast in a matter of weeks. I couldn’t stop listening!! Now I look forward to a new episode every week and often listen on my Monday morning commute to make it more cheerful. Ariel and Raeleen are great and honestly make me feel like I’m hanging...Read full review »
Hcerullo via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/07/21
Comforting and interesting. Makes you want to read all the books!!
MajaW23 via Apple Podcasts · Sweden · 09/05/21
podcast is more about what books they’ve bought instead of read and it’s annoying when ariel speaks for/over raeleen all the time considering raeleen actually reads more so it would be nice to hear more of her thoughts.
hshegvr via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/30/21
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