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“Driving along, listening to the brilliant interview with David Nicholls I pulled over just so I could order his book ‘You are here’ - and it is living up to expectations.”
Alisouthampton via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/23/24
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“Love book/author podcasts and this is by far the best. Having Simon and Matt back like the good old days makes me so happy and the banter is great! Good spread of books and authors and I have now read a couple recommended that I wouldn’t normally have chosen and couldn’t put them down. Keep doing...”Read full review »
feeona78 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/15/24
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“Books of the year is my favourite podcast, Simon and Matt keep me company during my ironing sessions (I hate ironing) so their easy banter and great interviews are fabulous. Being a book worm this is great for recommendations and great to hear about the book from the writers perspective. Love...”Read full review »
ginabean1107 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/02/23
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“Great to listen to while vigorously sanding down my skirting boards. Fun fact, in the 1990’s Matt wrote his university dissertation on the French TGV railway.”
Plastic Taff via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/07/22
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“Highly enjoyable and engaging podcast with frank, insightful content. I really enjoy both Simon’s and Matt’s interviewing style - warm, knowledgeable and wry. They skilfully make their guests comfortable, while often bringing new information to light.”
L gifford via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/22/22
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“I really enjoy this although I don’t always like the sort of books reviewed. Where is the show? There have been no episodes since early August.”
sjeq via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/28/21
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“Cannot believe I haven’t seen this before now. Didn’t realise how much I’ve missed Matt. It’s a joy.”
tlasham via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/17/21
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“Fantastic podcast and a great interview with David Baddiel. The unfortunate irony wasn’t missed that the advert following the podcast was for To Olivia, the Roald Dahl biopic 🙁”
Zaplar via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/23/21
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“I only discovered this podcast a month or so ago. Not only is it great, I have the whole back catalogue to go through. I’m a book lover and have really missed Simon’s book club on Radio 2. Simon and Matt are obviously book lovers themselves and that really makes a difference to the quality of the...”Read full review »
Beccatr0n via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/14/21
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“What? Apple only offers 5 stars? This show goes up to at least 11. Informative, witty, and often profound — and that’s just the guests. Best of all, Simon and Matt are like a well oiled machine <cue Matt’s laugh> so that, even when things go slightly awry (you know, when Matt had horsey...”Read full review »
elton (not that one) via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/03/21
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“I listen to this wonderful podcast whilst jogging. Simon and Matt are so funny that I am often left feeling like I’ve escaped from somewhere as I run along laughing madly to voices only I can hear... The interviews are superb and, by the time I get home (seriously out of breath), I’ve got a new...”Read full review »
Countrym1ke via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/16/21
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“I’ve just got back into listening to this podcast, after initially discovering it about a year ago and then getting distracted by a multitude of other podcasts and, well, life. I now listen religiously on my otherwise tedious walks to and from work and absolutely LOVE having Simon and Matt back...”Read full review »
VerityCW via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/25/20
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“Love their banter and recommendations. Even went to the extreme of buying Knife Edge from UK since couldn’t get in Canada. It was worth the exchange rate 👍”
Charli via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/21/20
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“These two are great. Still missing the radio 2 drive home, but this is refreshing and have been introduced to loads of new authors. Thanks guys.”
Madgooner23 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/09/20
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“I used to enjoy this podcast but have unsubscribed because I’m so bored by the fact that it’s just male author after male author these days. Time to redress the balance guys.”
FloSharman via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/17/20
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“Really enjoy this podcast. It has given me entertainment, ( like you both did back in the Radio 2 days), food for thought, great ideas for gifts, all of which I can read first!”
Derbyshire gardener via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/17/20
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“I love this podcast.They have a great variety of authors which has introduced me to books I otherwise wouldn’t have tried. Simon and Matt are very entertaining and make a great double act, if only they were back on the radio together....😉”
SB171 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/16/20
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“I adore this podcast! I have listened to Simon and Matt talk about books since their Radio 2 days, and they keep getting more interesting. Simon is also a wonderful writer, and I enjoyed his latest novel, Knife’s Edge. Keep up the good work, gentlemen!”
csi mel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/02/20
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“And I’m enjoying catching up. Interesting discussions with authors and easy listening.”
Hokeykokey via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/29/20
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“Just listened to Ben Macintyre with Simon (and eventually Matt).
Another excellent episode about a single book which opens up lots of interesting issues. Who did the KGB learn their spy craft from?
I have been inspired to read several books after the great interviews on this podcast. The Q and A...”Read full review »
AlbirMel via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/25/20
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“Thumbs up from a new listener. Just listened to the Alastair Campbell interview and am half way through the q&a episode that follows.
It’s great - light hearted, funny, interesting. I downloaded Campbell’s new book on Audible. Looking forward to listening to that and catching up on old...”Read full review »
AlistairCandlin via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/22/20
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“I love everything Simon Mayo does, so I was excited to find this after missing the BBC2 book review podcast. Mayo is excellent as ever, but unfortunately the podcast is rendered completely unlistenable by the incredibly irritating loud false laughter of the other guy. A great disappointment.”
podcastlou via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/17/20
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“The problem with this podcast is the number of books that the listener ends up buying because the interviewers are so good they bring out the best in the writers and make EVERY book - fact or fiction - appealing. It’s terrible!
Whether in the studio, or recording from attic and spare bedroom,...”Read full review »
Sat Charan via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/17/20
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“Love the rapport between Simon and Matt and the interviews”
lucullus via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/16/20
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“Love this podcast - Simon and Matt are great together and the diverse range of authors is appreciated. This review is brought to you in partnership with CoOp custard cream biscuits 😊”
Barnacles1129 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/16/20
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“This podcast has introduced me to so many authors I wouldn't have heard of otherwise. I love the conversations and the Q&A component - thank you!”Read full review »
Elaine in Ontario via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/16/20
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“Absolutely brilliant podcast ! The chemistry between Matt and Simon is superb. Even books I’m not normally interested in I love listening to. I just wish I had the time to read them all. Keep up the good work chaps. I think this deserves to be read out as well Matt ! Ps Lawrie McMenemy”
Bigjust66 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/16/20
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“Love it. One of my favourite podcasts. Feeds my addiction nicely.”
allthenanesaretakenarggh via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
10/15/20
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“Definitely my favourite podcast, I really look forward to its arrival and often go back and 'listen again' when I've read the book. Loved Lee Child interviewing Simon!”Read full review »
noelretired via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/15/20
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“After the laughing, learning and taking a few notes you will end up with a grand Christmas list. For yourself and others.”
Printmaker Brian via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/15/20
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“Brilliant podcast. Love the chemistry between the two of them. Bookertainment.... for books love love love it. Just makes me wish I had more time to read. And I do
Want to squish the cheeky chaps cheeks to say thank you for being a saviour in such a dark time”
Sunshinelovesbooks via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/14/20
“Simon and Matt are great fans of books and host wonderfully interesting interviews. Delightful banter, insight on how books are written and all around fun listening.”
Katherine in YYJ via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/14/20
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“I find that the authors are extremely generous with what they bring to the discussions. So much good stuff said about the creative process of writing and also the fascinating research process - very illuminating!
Who wouldn’t light up though when talking to Simon and Matt, who are always funny,...”Read full review »
nest builder via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/13/20
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“Come for the insightful chat about books, stay for the comedy. Two of the BBC’s most beloved personalities are also serious about literature. Highly recommended!”
cindyT6k via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/13/20
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“Late to the party and only found this during lockdown but a real treat and now almost caught up ...... I will be going back to revisit some of the early episodes of books that I’ve since read.
Keep going Simon and Matt 👏👏”
Scillylover via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/29/20
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“Love this podcast especially the Q and A-Simon and Matt are a great double act”
Angry redhead9 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/26/20
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“Cannot believe I haven’t found this podcast before. I miss these two fine gentlemen from their Radio 2 Drivetime days and this has fast become one of my favourite podcasts. Also loving Mr Mayo’s excellent new book!”
TheBrim via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/23/20
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“Just found this podcast. And it is a keeper. Lovely company to be in.. sit back and relax...this is hard to achieve this sort easy listening..brilliant job.”
pod maniac via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
09/18/20
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“Such a great book discussion. No new pod episode in more than a month. Is this still on?”
Duke704 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/26/20
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“I absolutely love this podcast, and have bought a few of the books featured, all of which I have enjoyed. It is so interesting to get some background from the authors. The first episode I listened to was “The Atlas of Happiness” with Helen Russell, which had a real affect on me. Thank you...”Read full review »
Michelle_Robinson85 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/22/20
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“This my most anticipated podcast and when it arrives I have to ensure ASAP a proper time to listen. When I first found it I went back and listened to all of the episodes and although I tried to not binge, I failed.”
Katygra64842 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/04/20
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“Informative, insightful and enjoyable:))”
Friendly0404 via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
02/08/20
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“Not one good writer not one Costa or Booker winner , enough of the trash writing pls pls ! Go talk to all the incredible people that are there for you to interview them”
Rakamrouge via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/08/20
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“I'm hoping Mr Mayo will return, maybe Mr Williams' equine-based commitments are hindering the output of this splendid show... time to find another co-host, perhaps (one who doesn't play havoc with the sound levels and have me reaching to turn the volume down every time he contributes...”Read full review »
dadalad via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/01/19
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“Great podcast , finally a book podcast that is honest and entertaining with fascinating transparent guests , love. It”
A Mardel via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/03/19
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“Not only the best book podcast, but the best podcast in the WORLD.
Funny AND informative”
Dragonfly808 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/11/19
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“My favourite podcast. I love Simon and Matt- and the interviews are substantial and nuanced in a way I’ve never come across before”
nataaaaashaaaaaaaa via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/31/19
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