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“I might be a bit late to the party but I’m loving this podcast and listening concurrently as I read Jane Eyre for the first time. I love the in depth dialogue between Vanessa and Lauren, and the special guests they featured each episode.”
Squamish Dana via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/02/24
“I love this podcast in all of its different iterations from season to season. It’s made me question why I didn’t previously read romance novels (Good ole shame! Thought they were below me!), made me re-read books from school days with a totally different lens and perspective, made me rethink if...”Read full review »
livigug via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/13/24
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“I’m absolutely gobbling this show up. I blew through P&P and I’m onto Jane Eyre. This entire sacred reading is a total and complete gift for the mind.”
Prettypay via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/24
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“Content is extraordinary and guest experts insightful. So much of this book has marked the DNA of intelligent women, that it deserves all of this and more is a fait accompli.
The vocal fry is distracting. But Lizzie would mention it. Sorry, not sorry.”
LinnSven via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/24
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“This sounded interesting and I started it, but I couldn’t listen to the host’s vocal fry voice. Sorry.”
Beejerskill via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/24
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“There is the veneer of insight here, but the episodes on Jane Eyre are painfully shallow and the hosts’ solipsism baffles me.
I don’t think their personal need to interpret things vis a vis 21st century critical theory fads teach us anything worthwhile about the novel or, indeed, the resonance...”Read full review »
Aleksandra Tintinfan i UK via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/12/24
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“I equally like and dislike this podcast. It is a good example of how academics can teach and enlighten but sometimes simultaneously ruin a good thing. I love the little tidbits re P&P but the feminist reading, complete with all the current buzzwords, can be tiresome (and also the hosts don’t...”Read full review »
M Likes Books via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/06/23
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“I love the hosts and the way they take romance novels seriously and discuss them passionately. It makes me feel understood and like my love of literature is shared by friends. Keep going with your amazing work!”
Irisgrrl7 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/29/23
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“Can this person please be a regular host as well pls it’s a vibe
Also just listened to Lauren talking about feeling shame around her initial dismissal of P&P and I was *amazed,*hazily remembering how frustrated I was hearing that tone of dismissal earlier in the season. It seems incredible...”Read full review »
LioLoupe via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/23
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“I found this after the Pride & Prejudice season had wrapped up and am happily binging it now. I can’t wait to learn what’s next!”
Kate loves cupcakes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/23
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“I have learned so much about what life for women was like in the 1800s. I love the in-depth discussion between the two main hosts and the experts that join them. The whole show flows and is so well put together.”
pinkbikecolorado via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/17/23
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“What a fun, intelligent, dishy way to reread my favorite novel chapter by chapter. I loved the guest scholars and the analysis of situations and characters I had skimmed by in my many rereadings. Emma next!”
KanPodFan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/01/23
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“I have read and re-read Pride and Prejudice many times, but never saw past the romance. Reading along with Vanessa and Lauren has given me a greater appreciation for the genius and complexity in Austen and her writing. The show includes great experts (all academics and mostly women) talking...”Read full review »
Murray_NYC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/28/23
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“I grew up reading in my bedroom while my friends went swimming or played sports so I was so excited to find a podcast that celebrates the books I love and read over and over again. My first experience with Hot and Bothered was the season on Jane Eyre “On Eyre” and I really enjoyed the deep dive...”Read full review »
Oh my Pod! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/23
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“I stopped listening to Vanessa’s other podcast, Harry Potter as a sacred text, which I used to live, after they sided with the TRA lobby. I started listening to this podcast regardless, because I liked the books they were commenting. But after they started going on about how Catherine de Bourgh...”Read full review »
Instagramerjap via Apple Podcasts ·
Japan ·
06/06/23
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“Love you both and love this show. ❤️”
Ckjrsw via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/04/23
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“I love how firmly Hot & Bothered vouch for the consumption of romance novels. For listeners of HPST, Vanessa will be a familiar voice, but Lauren her cohost for this project is incredible. I love when they disagree and have such different readings on the same text. Their first run of Jane...”Read full review »
AvaniiG via Apple Podcasts ·
India ·
05/29/23
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“Yes, this is what we need, in this economy. Breaking down some of the world’s biggest love stories, explaining the nuance, all from a feminist POV? You had me at hello. <3”
Celeste_hearts_podcasts via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/28/23
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“This and other podcast from Not Sorry Productions became an integral part of my self-care. They cover important topic, of which many are difficult, but do so in a way that leaves me feeling uplifted and hopeful. I feel like I get to spent time with very smart friends. The quality of the...”Read full review »
Ania MAPP via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/24/23
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“This podcast hits all the sweet spots for me. Smart, incisive analysis, interesting new information, and joyful fangirling with people who love the book as much as I do. I just want to sit with Vanessa and Lauren and talk to them all day! They are definitely the very best drawing room material.”
Shani Beth via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/21/23
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“I enjoy the commentary. If Vanessa worked on her vocal fry a bit, I’d absolutely love this podcast!”
alexandrabcarter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/23
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“I have always loved Pride and Prejudice! This podcast and all the history behind why they did what they did is so fascinating! Thanks!”
BlissHouse via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/08/23
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“If you enjoy listening to pseudo-intellectuals criticize literary geniuses, this is the podcast for you. Viewed from their woke, feminist lens, this show borders on the ridiculous. Buzz words are thrown around with great abandon. Host cannot even pronounce the word viscount. Just read these...”Read full review »
EnglishLilac via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/07/23
“This podcast is my absolute favorite. Like so many I grew up reading and loving the romantic “classics” like Jane Eyre and Pride & Prejudice but of course as a 21st century feminist I recognize some of the troubling aspects of racism and misogyny throughout. This podcast revisits these novels...”Read full review »
Jess_Loti via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/23
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“I found this podcast a about two months ago so I got to binge a large part of Live from Pemberley (I caught up very quickly) and I am always SO excited for every other Friday. I understand why others may have a hard time with the space between episodes but I genuinely don’t mind because each...”Read full review »
MFJuno via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/23
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“Hi not sorry productions. I keep returning to season one of Hot and Bothered. I find it to be a revolutionary podcast. Smashing the patriarchy, allowing vulnerability, hilarious and sweet, incredible insight into being a human person, emphasizing kindness and goodness in the world… all with...”Read full review »
picsmcginty via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/24/23
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“While I’m enjoying the podcast when it airs, it’s regularly 2 weeks between shows and sometimes longer. Any sense of the story is completely lost. I also have to admit that I tried to read the book and found it really boring…. I just don’t get why people love it so much. I guess I’m more of a...”Read full review »
Brendastevens via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/16/23
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“What’s great: Each episode I’ve listened to features scholars who talk about Austen, P&P, and the historical context. What’s not great: The hosts’ speculations about characters’ motivations and inner feelings that veer so far from anything in the text as to feel like fanfic. Lauren is à...”Read full review »
DCtlb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/14/23
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“Smart discussion and lots of amazing academic contributors. My favorite podcast in a very long time. Keep up the great work!”
Banennie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/04/23
“This podcast is brilliant. Full of wisdom and wit, asking relevant, interesting questions about classic literature, amazing and diverse guest speakers, and an all around good time. I’m an avid supporter of all of Not Sorry Productions but this one feels like my favorite femme book.”
C2204 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/03/23
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“Let me start by saying that Vanessa is a national treasure. Lauren and Vanessa together offer joy and balance, wit and charm. This is my emotional support show. How often post-grad does one have the luxury and diving into a text, looking at it from every angel, analyzing each character, and...”Read full review »
ghucdhjkycxyh via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/01/23
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“I don’t know where to begin with this brilliant podcast. Vanessa and Lauren deliver insight after insight while remaining curious and humorous. They interview thoughtful guests. They’ve helped me to love and critique books I already loved. They pay attention.”
FAC11 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/17/22
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“I really like this podcast. The hosts bring exceptional knowledge of the story to the table, as well as great insights on the culture, customs, and mores of the period of the novel. They often point out the legal constraints that women faced at that time, and how they dealt with it. They...”Read full review »
irishhouse via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/10/22
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“I feel so excited and at peace every time I start a new episode of Hot and Bothered. Vanessa is a thoughtful and kind host and so insightful! I love their literary criticism, expect guests, and new perspectives on some of my all time favorite works.”
lunamaximus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/03/22
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“Love the content. One of the hosts has particularly egregious vocal fry, which isn’t great for those of us with misophonia”
hoooo2394 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/16/22
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“This podcast is fantastic. Lauren and Vanessa provide great analysis of Pride and Prejudice with lots of humor sprinkled throughout the episodes. I love hearing from experts and learning more about the context in which the novel was written. I’ve learned more than I did in my college Jane Austen...”Read full review »
IKerralot via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/25/22
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“Literary pod I never knew I needed. Smart, fun, critical takes on the romances that make us. These hosts have turned me into a fierce defender of romance novels. Only wish there were more episodes to binge!”
kitcatdee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/04/22
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“Love this podcast— a really smart premise, sharp literary close reading, stellar feminist commentary from hosts & guests, and just so so fun. I started listening to The Rom Pod during the early days of the pandemic, and Vanessa’s idea of writing romance novels as a sacred practice to...”Read full review »
alicia_mc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/02/22
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“I am so grateful to have discovered this podcast, along with On Eyre—I love the thoughtful, informative, but fun approach they take to my favorite classic books. I hope they continue producing content for a long time to come!”
ilovemusic.period. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/01/22
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“Great podcast with modern takes on romance!”
Genna Klein via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/27/22
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“This feminist podcast is an absolute book lover’s delight! I love everything from the opening essay, to the context lesson, to the discussion, to the expert call that concludes every episode. Such a perfect format for deep diving our favorite literary heroines/authors. Also is anything as...”Read full review »
cbrowniemama via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/14/22
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“I wanted to like this show so bad. Some episodes are good and I can handle them and some episodes I have to skip because they are so cringy. These women really seem to hate men. The episode when the Veronica Mars people were on the show is especially horrible. Why be so negative?”
Seamstress wannabe via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/29/22
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“So fun to hear Pride and Prejudice talked about by two intelligent women and their guests. Can’t wait for more episodes!”
history1884 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/22
“I love everything Vanessa puts into the universe. This podcast helped me understand Jane Eyre as I read it for the first time. Since I studied engineering and not literature, it was hard to follow at times. I could not have read this amazing book without this tremendously wonderful podcast!”
Cocoa5555558 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/24/22
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“Have started listening to the twillight episodes and they make me laugh so much. Absolutely hilarious, and also appreciate them taking the problematic aspects seriously. Am also obsessed with the P&P episodes, such a good mix of fun, historical info, cultural and social analysis!!! Cant wait...”Read full review »
Paratsukli via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/16/22
“I found the show via the Happiness Lab and it’s perfect for any voracious Janeite, be they seasoned or new💜”
Ms.Starfish via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
07/06/22
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“I have enjoyed many episodes in this podcast, especially On Eyre and Live From Pemberly….until the most recent episode on chapters 15 and 16 where the host Julia Argy makes light of and *literally giggles* at the topic of inc*st. Just because it was normative in previous years does not mean it is...”Read full review »
ambernelsonis via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/02/22
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“The season Live From Pemberly is my fave so far. Deep thoughts and conversations in the setting of books and themes. It makes me very happy to know there are people out there who care about others and trying to make the world better.”
mh2019!!! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/30/22
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“I love Pride and prejudice. This podcast is sooooo good”
IngeborgBrodersen via Apple Podcasts ·
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06/03/22
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“I cannot overstate of good this podcast is. I started listening recently, for the Pride and Prejudice episodes and I am so pleasantly surprised by the quality of the guests and the thoughtful analysis, it’s an Austen geek’s dream come true!”
Lacondesalucanor via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/07/22
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