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HEY YEALL! Amber and Colby are back with a new book club episode all about The Tenant by Frieda McFadden. This book is officially on the shelf, so of course, we had to dive in.

Before we do anything, we announce our KINDLE GIVEAWAY WINNER! 

In this episode, we’re breaking down all the twists and turns of McFadden’s chilling new thriller about a man named Blake, who has it all. Until he gets fired from his job abruptly and goes broke. In order to pay the mortgage for him and his fiancee, they take in a tenant to rent a room in their New York City home. That is when things take a turn for the worst. Foul smells, fruit fly swarms, murdered neighbors. Is Blake's new tenant trying to make his life hell?

We give you a full in-depth summary (so don’t worry if you haven’t read it) and we unpack everything from the unreliable characters to the big, jaw-dropping reveal.

We also dig into some fun discussion questions, talk through major themes like trust, manipulation, and what makes someone a villain, and of course, we add our usual dose of New Orleans banter along the way.

If you love thrillers, jaw-dropping twists, or just feel like hanging out with your book besties, this episode is for you. Make sure to follow us on any podcast platform and on socials @TheOpenBooksPodcast so you never miss an episode! 💋📚

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HEY YALL! Amber and Colby are back! In this week’s Book Club episode, we’re diving into Emily Henry’s newest release, Great Big Beautiful Life—and let’s just say, we have thoughts. From the tense writer rivalry to the mysterious reclusive heiress, we’re breaking down every twist, romance, and red flag.

Join us as we chat about the themes of identity, legacy, and what it really means to live a “beautiful life.” Plus, we’re giving our honest opinions (as always), sharing our favorite moments and thing we did not enjoy, and asking the real questions, like are Emily Henry books worth the hype?

Whether you’ve read the book or just want the drama, this episode is for you. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave us a review, and follow us on socials for all the bookish fun. 💋📚

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HEY YALL! Amber and Colby are back with another installment of Hot Off the Shelf: Secret Wives, Scandals & Streaming Surprises
This week, we’re yapping about all of the hot topics that are burning up our feeds. From the wild world of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives to the ongoing drama surrounding the Ace Family, we're unpacking it all. We get into the serious Justin Bieber allegations making headlines, the intense details coming out of the Diddy trial, and a brand-new Prime show we’re obsessed with: Overcompensating. Grab your headphones and a glass of something strong, this episode is a twisted ride. 

Thanks so much for hanging out with us two New Orleans girls! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe to The Open Books Podcast on any streaming platform so you never miss a new one. Please leave us a written review, as it really supports the show and helps other people find us!

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HEY YALL! Amber and Colby are back with this week's hottest headlines. We’re kicking off our new series, Hot Off the Shelf, where we chat on the most jaw-dropping stories making waves right now. This is a new weekly episode where we will talk about everything thats hot off the press, AKA hot off the shelf!

From the James Charles and Kayla Malec scandal to the Karen Read trial that has everyone questioning what really happened, we’re diving deep into the drama. Plus, Justin Bieber’s latest video has fans seriously concerned, and two of our fave thrillers — Verity and The Housemaid — are getting the Hollywood treatment. But will the movie adaptations do the books justice, or are we headed for another It Ends With Us-style disaster? Grab a drink and settle in. it’s about to get juicy.

We aspire for our podcast to be as vibrant and welcoming as the city we come from, New Orleans, Louisiana! And we hope you have enjoyed your time with us so far. 

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This week, we’re diving into the wild and the downright bizarre, from the viral 100 men vs. 1 gorilla debate to the unsettling world of creepy TikTok commenters. Plus, we’re breaking down the latest Justin and Hailey Bieber drama, dissecting Katy Perry’s odd tour videos, and giving our hot takes on God Forbid. Buckle up! It’s a fun ride. 🎢💀💋

We aspire for our podcast to be as vibrant and welcoming as the city we come from, New Orleans, Louisiana! And we hope you have enjoyed your time with us so far. 

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We love you all so much! 

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HEY YALL! Amber and Colby are back for a FULL BOOK REVIEW and interesting conversation about 3 foster girls who re-live their past when a dead body pops up in their childhood home. 

In this week’s episode, we’re diving deep into Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth, and y’all, this one took us on a ride. We’re breaking down everything: the twisted foster mom, the buried body, the trauma bonding, and the final reveal that had us both screaming. Was Miss Fairchild always evil? Is this the darkest Hepworth twist yet? And why did we all fall for her lies in the first place? Grab your mic and your iced coffee, because we’re unpacking it ALL. Spoilers ahead… obviously.

We aspire for our podcast to be as vibrant and welcoming as the city we come from, New Orleans, Louisiana! And we hope you have enjoyed your time with us so far. 

Tune in now & please leave us a rate/ review! It helps the show continue to reach our audience. On spotify, simply click the five stars! On the Apple Podcast app, click five stars and leave a written review with your thoughts on the podcast. It means so so so much to us! 

As always, thank you so much for listening and being a part of our community. 

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We love you all so much! 

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HEY YALL. Amber and Colby are here with the March Monthly Report — and this one is packed! We're recapping everything we’ve been loving this month: from the books we’ve read (or DNF’d 👀), to the shows that kept us up way too late, including White Lotus, Black Mirror Season 7, Love on the Spectrum, Baylen Out Loud, and even Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? 

We’re also sharing what we’ve been eating (crawfish and Reese’s eggs are ruling our world), what we’ve been obsessing over (Jaci Marie Smith content, our new favorite self-tanner, and a watch that’s basically our personality now), plus some fun treats, products, and recs we’re loving right now. Come hang out and get all the inspo for your own spring favorites!

We aspire for our podcast to be as vibrant and welcoming as the city we come from, New Orleans, Louisiana! And we hope you have enjoyed your time with us so far. 

Tune in now & please leave us a rate/ review! It helps the show continue to reach our audience. On spotify, simply click the five stars! On the Apple Podcast app, click five stars and leave a written review with your thoughts on the podcast. It means so so so much to us! 

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HEY YALL! NEXT ON THE SHELF IS HERE! In this week’s book club episode, we dive deep into Lucinda Berry’s gripping psychological thriller, When She Returned. Amber and Colby break down the entire plot twists, turns and all, while answering a series of discussion-based questions that dig into the book’s most shocking moments. We also share our own unsettling, real-life stories about cultish encounters and questionable groups. If you’re fascinated by cults, complicated family dynamics, and characters that leave you guessing until the very end, you won’t want to miss this one.

📚✨ Spoiler alert: We’re not holding back, so make sure you’ve read the book before listening!

We aspire for our podcast to be as vibrant and welcoming as the city we come from, New Orleans, Louisiana! And we hope you have enjoyed your time with us so far. 

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HEY YALL- we back baby! In this episode of The Open Books Podcast, we're diving deep into Mel Robbins’ empowering and transformative book, The Let Them Theory. This book is all about letting go of what you can’t control and finding peace in allowing others to do their thing, whether it’s good, bad, or just downright confusing. 🙌

Join us as we break down Robbins’ core concepts, share our biggest takeaways, and chat about how this mindset shift can be life-changing. We dig into her practical advice on embracing personal freedom, setting boundaries, and why sometimes the best thing you can do is... just let them.

We also chat about how we’re applying this theory to our own lives.  Grab your coffee (or wine 🍷), sit back, and let’s chat about The Let Them Theory...it’s definitely one you don’t want to miss!

We aspire for our podcast to be as vibrant and welcoming as the city we come from, New Orleans, Louisiana! And we hope you have enjoyed your time with us so far. 

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We love you all so much! 

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New year, same monthly report! In this episode, we’re sharing everything we’ve been reading, watching, obsessing over, and treating ourselves to in January. This month, we’ve been deep in The Let Them Theory—so we’re chatting about our thoughts on it and how it’s making us rethink things in 2025. But the biggest event of the month? The Super Bowl in New Orleans. We’re breaking down what it was really like to be in the city during all the madness—how the energy felt, what the locals thought, and if it lived up to the hype. Come hang out with us as we catch up on all things January!

We aspire for our podcast to be as vibrant and welcoming as the city we come from, New Orleans, Louisiana! And we hope you have enjoyed your time with us so far. 

Tune in now & please leave us a rate/ review! It helps the show continue to reach our audience. On spotify, simply click the five stars! On the Apple Podcast app, click five stars and leave a written review with your thoughts on the podcast. It means so so so much to us! 

As always, thank you so much for listening and being a part of our community. 

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We love you all so much! 

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