Easy Reads
Easy Reads Podcast
Welcome to Easy Reads, a light reading podcast by Melanie Trottier and Mitzi Payne. It's not that deep, reading should be fun.
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04/30/24 • 67 min
In this episode, we break down our April book pick: “Priestdaddy” by Patricia Lockwood, picked by our friend and guest on this episode, Sancia Toth. We discuss reading speeds, how we deal with family trauma, comedic relief and how we all processed Patricia Lockwood’s memoir, a first for our show.
Plus, we reveal our May book pick: The Husbands by Holly Gramazio
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Books mentioned in the episode:
How to Raise a Reader by Pamela Paul, Maria Russo, Dan Yaccarino (Illustrator), Lisk Feng (Illustrator), Vera Brosgol (Illustrator), Monica Garwood (Illustrator)
Captain Corelli's Mandolin by Louis de Bernières
No One Is Talking About This by Patricia LockwoodFollow our guest:
Sancia Toth
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Melanie Trottier
@melanielaurene on Instagram
Mel Trottier on YouTube
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Mitzi Payne
@mmmitzi on Instagram
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02/29/24 • 58 min
In this episode, we break down our February book pick: “Never” by Jessa Hastings, picked by our friend and guest on this episode, Zandalee Lieske. We discuss how we know each other, why Zandalee picked this book, the most toxic moments from the book, and how we felt about a hot Peter Pan.
Plus, we reveal our March book pick: Come & Get It by Kiley Reid.
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Books mentioned in the episode:
The Will of the Many by James Islington
Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey
Spare by Prince Harry the Duke of Sussex
Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling
Magnolia Parks Universe series by Jess Hastings
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Zandalee Lieske
@zandaleec on Instagram
@bitesized.podcast on Instagram
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Melanie Trottier
@melanielaurene on Instagram
Mitzi Payne
01/14/25 • 38 min
We’re kicking off the new year by recapping all of our favorite books that we read in 2024. Plus, we’ve got a MAJOR UPDATE for the Easy Reads community plus a peek at what’s in store for the coming year.
Want to read with us? Our January book pick is: Natural Beauty by Ling Ling Huang.
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Other books mentioned in the episode:
Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling
How to Winter: Harness Your Mindset to Thrive on Cold, Dark, or Difficult Days by Kari Leibowitz
Down the Drain by Julia Fox (Audio)
The Last Love Note by Emma Grey
When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi
Good Material by Dolly Alderton
City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert
Klara and the Sun by Kazou Ishiguro
I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy (Audio)
Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing by Matthew Perry (Audio)
Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez
The Perfect Couple by Elin Hilderbrand
The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
Between Two Kingdoms: A Memoir of Life Interrupted by Suleika Jaouad&n
05/29/24 • 69 min
In this episode, we break down our May book pick: “The Husbands” by Holly Gramazio, picked by our friend and guest on this episode, Elle Wayara. We discuss getting the reading bug, dating in an app-driven world, our favourite husbands, and choosing a husband.
Plus, we reveal our June book pick: Good Material by Dolly Alderton.
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Books mentioned in the episode:
Babysitters Club Collection by Ann M. Martin
Never by Jessa Hastings
The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods
Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez
My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh
Priestdaddy by Patricia Lockwood
I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy
Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me by Mindy Kaling
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Elle Wayara
@morethanaletter on Instagram
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Melanie Trottier
@melanielaurene on Instagram
Mel Trottier on YouTube
Melanie Trottier on GoodReads
Mitzi Payne
@mmmitzi on Instagram
Mitzi Payne on GoodReads
01/31/24 • 44 min
Welcome to the inaugural episode of Easy Reads with Mel and Mitzi - a monthly book podcast. In this episode, we’ll be talking about our 2024 reading goals, why we’re starting a podcast, if we’d ever write a book, and our dream guest for the show.
Plus, we reveal our February book pick: Never by Jess Hastings.
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Melanie Trottier
@melanielaurene on Instagram
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Mitzi Payne
04/24/24 • 51 min
Surprise, it’s a solo episode! In this episode, Mel and Mitzi break down the best books we’ve read this year so far, how we’re doing with our reading goals and our favorite book of all time. Plus, we answer questions we got from Instagram.
Want to read with us? Read our April Book pick: Priestdaddy by Patricia Lockwood
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Books mentioned in the episode:
Superfan: How Pop Culture Broke My Heart by Jen Sookfong Lee
Carrie Sotto is Back by Tayor Jenkins Reid
Keeping Finance Personal: Ditch the “Shoulds” and the Shame and Rewrite Your Money Story by Ellyce FulmoreWintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Time by Katherine May
The Five-Star Weekend by Elin Hilderbrand
Barefoot by Elin HilderbrandGreenlights by Matthew McConaugheySilver Girl by Elin Hilderbrand
Part of Your World by Abby JimenezShoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike by Phil Knight
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Melanie Trottier
@melanielaurene on Instagram
Mitzi Payne
03/05/25 • 44 min
In this episode, we break down our February book pick: “Natural Beauty” by Ling Ling Huang, picked by our guest on this episode, Lauren. We discuss the toxic nature of the beauty industry, pretty privilege, Shrek and so much more.
Plus, we reveal our March book pick: The Wedding People by Alison Espach
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Other books mentioned in the episode:
The Housemade by Freida McFadden
The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman
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Lauren
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Melanie Trottier
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Mitzi Payne
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12/27/24 • 67 min
In this episode, we break down our November/December book pick: “Fourth Wing” by Rebecca Yarros, picked by our guest on this episode, Chantal Lefroy (Mel’s sister!). We discuss dragons, smutty novels, and dipping our toes into Romantasy.
Read along with us and follow us on Instagram, @easyreadspod and TikTok @easyreadspod.
Other books mentioned in the episode:
Part of Your World Series by Abby Jimenez
The Husbands by Holly Gramazio
Babysitters Club Collection #1 by Ann M. Martin
Sweet Valley High by Francine Pascal
Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James
Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey (Audio)
I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy (Audio)
The Woman in Me by Britney Spears (Audio)
Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing: A Memoir by Matthew Perry (Audio)
The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty
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Melanie Trottier
@melanielaurene on Instagram
Mitzi Payne
@mmmitzi on Instagram
11/05/24 • 53 min
In this episode, we break down our October book pick: “The Grace Year” by Kim Liggett, picked by our friend and guest on this episode, Jill Tranquilla. We discuss dystopian novels, Young Adult fiction, and, of course, Harry Potter.
Plus, we reveal our November book pick: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
Read along with us and follow us on Instagram, @easyreadspod and TikTok @easyreadspod.
Other books mentioned in the episode:
A Court of Thorns and Roses Series by Sarah J. Maas
My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh
His Dark Materials Collection by Philip Pullman
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Jill Tranquilla
@j.t.t.v on Instagram
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Melanie Trottier
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Mitzi Payne
@mmmitzi on Instagram
04/08/25 • 63 min
In this episode, we break down our March book pick: “The Wedding People” by Alison Espach, picked by our guest on this episode, Chantal Shiels. We discuss weddings, bridezillas, 90’s rom-coms, reading preferences and so much more.
Plus, we reveal our April book pick: Down the Drain by Julia Fox
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Check out our *NEW* Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/EasyReads
Other books mentioned in the episode:
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
The Woman in Me by Britney Spears
The Third Gilmore Girl by Kelly Bishop
Follow our guest:
Chantal Shiels
@chanshiels on Instagram
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Melanie Trottier
@melanielaurene on Instagram
Mitzi Payne
@mmmitzi on Instagram
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FAQ
How many episodes does Easy Reads have?
Easy Reads currently has 16 episodes available.
What topics does Easy Reads cover?
The podcast is about Book Club, Reading, Comedy, Podcasts, Books, Booktok and Arts.
What is the most popular episode on Easy Reads?
The episode title 'Are You Gonna Get Married Before I Die? Our Review of Good Material by Dolly Alderton' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Easy Reads?
The average episode length on Easy Reads is 56 minutes.
How often are episodes of Easy Reads released?
Episodes of Easy Reads are typically released every 29 days.
When was the first episode of Easy Reads?
The first episode of Easy Reads was released on Jan 31, 2024.
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