Read the Room: A Culture Club https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com Follow along with our podcast week after week as we ensure you can read any room you're in, by dissecting literature, media, and pop culture until we're blue in the face. 

Episodes include -
Deep Dives: In-depth looks at books, movies, and culturally relevant research topics
READs: Our bi-monthly reports on what we read, endured, ate, and did
Minis: Informal chats about hyper-fixations and latest in pop culture
Series: Ongoing conversations about reoccurring themes in our analysis

Hosted by: Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen

]]> Thu, 28 May 2026 11:46:42 -0700 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2026 All rights reserved. Society & Culture 1440 episodic readtheroomacultureclub readtheroomacultureclub No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/22199090/Rtr18oo_pc94vt2.png Read the Room: A Culture Club https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com 144 144 20: READs - Digital Decluttering & Dungeon Crawling 20: READs - Digital Decluttering & Dungeon Crawling https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/20-reads-digital-decluttering-dungeon-crawling/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/20-reads-digital-decluttering-dungeon-crawling/#comments Thu, 28 May 2026 11:46:42 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/aa9c66d1-38cd-3fed-8005-8861d2fb4c79 What's worse Roomies, breaking your nail while playing golf or breaking the glass dish that holds your uneaten lunch? Welcome back for another weekly READ, where hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen let you in on what they've recently read, endured, ate, and done. From Dungeon Crawler Carl to Savage Appetites: Four True Stories of Women, Crime, and Obsession, our reading material proves to be, once again, ecletic. Larsen recounts highlights from her trip to Boston to support her sister's marathon run, while Alexys recounts her attempt at throwing a disco-themed murder mystery party. Our conversation diverts into a meditation on show watching- are you like Larsen and need to "close the tab" on shows you start, like Alexys and abandon shows right before the final episode, or like Kaylin and are just in need of a full on digital decluttering? In order to get all the deets and decide for yourself, you'll need to take a listen!

]]> What's worse Roomies, breaking your nail while playing golf or breaking the glass dish that holds your uneaten lunch? Welcome back for another weekly READ, where hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen let you in on what they've recently read, endured, ate, and done. From Dungeon Crawler Carl to Savage Appetites: Four True Stories of Women, Crime, and Obsession, our reading material proves to be, once again, ecletic. Larsen recounts highlights from her trip to Boston to support her sister's marathon run, while Alexys recounts her attempt at throwing a disco-themed murder mystery party. Our conversation diverts into a meditation on show watching- are you like Larsen and need to "close the tab" on shows you start, like Alexys and abandon shows right before the final episode, or like Kaylin and are just in need of a full on digital decluttering? In order to get all the deets and decide for yourself, you'll need to take a listen!

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 3345 20 full 19: Deep Dive - May Book Club Edition: Animal Farm 19: Deep Dive - May Book Club Edition: Animal Farm https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/19-deep-dive-may-bookclub-edition-animal-farm/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/19-deep-dive-may-bookclub-edition-animal-farm/#comments Mon, 25 May 2026 19:36:13 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/a4367900-186f-3dbc-a249-8e2db353a3de How would Orwell feel about fart jokes? Welcome Roomies, to the first Book Club Edition episode, where hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen dive deep into this month's pick: Animal Farm. Whether you read with us, or are just joining in now, come along as we explore this dystopian classic, from its history, to the very real and scary similarities we see in the American government today. Our break down covers the major themes and plot points of the novel, along with a guide to the various symbolic and metaphorical barnyard figures in the text. Additionally, we recap our experiences watching the 2026 movie adaptation, which features big names like Seth Rogan and Woody Harrelson as voice actors. The jury is still out on whether or not an Orwellian masterwork can be translated for Cocomelon adled minds, but one thing we do know for sure is that no matter what seeds are planted, we all have to reap what we sow eventually.  

To stay up to date on future Book Club picks be sure to follow us on Instagram and TikTok!

Sources: Animal Farm, George Orwell (1945)

]]> How would Orwell feel about fart jokes? Welcome Roomies, to the first Book Club Edition episode, where hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen dive deep into this month's pick: Animal Farm. Whether you read with us, or are just joining in now, come along as we explore this dystopian classic, from its history, to the very real and scary similarities we see in the American government today. Our break down covers the major themes and plot points of the novel, along with a guide to the various symbolic and metaphorical barnyard figures in the text. Additionally, we recap our experiences watching the 2026 movie adaptation, which features big names like Seth Rogan and Woody Harrelson as voice actors. The jury is still out on whether or not an Orwellian masterwork can be translated for Cocomelon adled minds, but one thing we do know for sure is that no matter what seeds are planted, we all have to reap what we sow eventually.  

To stay up to date on future Book Club picks be sure to follow us on Instagram and TikTok!

Sources:
Animal Farm, George Orwell (1945)

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 3942 19 full 18: Mini - Florence + the Machine Concert Recap 18: Mini - Florence + the Machine Concert Recap https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/26-mini-florence-the-machine-concert-recap/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/26-mini-florence-the-machine-concert-recap/#comments Thu, 21 May 2026 10:44:02 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/8749fa92-1795-34b5-94de-8f2c31d147c7 Ladies, does she drive you crazy? In this mini episode hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen pay tribute to the queen mother of indie rock, Florence Welch, by recapping their recent experience attending the "Everybody Scream" tour in San Francisco. Our conversation includes our personal affinties for Florence's music, anticipations for the tour, an overview of the set list, the lighting and visual design, and what we wish she would've played. We explore the "ritual" of attending a Florence + the Machine show, the collective concert going experience, and the witchy power of being present. Whether it's a heavenly harp solo or coven choir of dancers, the old religion (womanhood) was humming in our veins. If you're not yet a Florence-fan we urge you to take a listen to her music, along with this episode. She'll let you know the dog days are over, and maybe more importantly, that peace is coming.

]]> Ladies, does she drive you crazy? In this mini episode hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen pay tribute to the queen mother of indie rock, Florence Welch, by recapping their recent experience attending the "Everybody Scream" tour in San Francisco. Our conversation includes our personal affinties for Florence's music, anticipations for the tour, an overview of the set list, the lighting and visual design, and what we wish she would've played. We explore the "ritual" of attending a Florence + the Machine show, the collective concert going experience, and the witchy power of being present. Whether it's a heavenly harp solo or coven choir of dancers, the old religion (womanhood) was humming in our veins. If you're not yet a Florence-fan we urge you to take a listen to her music, along with this episode. She'll let you know the dog days are over, and maybe more importantly, that peace is coming.

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 2449 18 full 17: Deep Dive - Through the Eyes of Women: Media on The Troubles 17: Deep Dive - Through the Eyes of Women: Media on The Troubles https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/17-deep-dive-through-the-eyes-of-women-media-on-the-troubles/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/17-deep-dive-through-the-eyes-of-women-media-on-the-troubles/#comments Mon, 18 May 2026 14:15:56 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/40c0aad8-62de-367a-9d1f-ff0a4e2b64c9 Why has media based on The Troubles surged in popularlity within the last decade and what can we learn from this ever-emerging body of work? In this more gravitas deep dive hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen investigate recent literature, movies, and TV shows set around The Troubles. We break down a historical overview of the violent, 30-year ethno-nationalist conflict in the North of Ireland, which lasted from the late 1960s to 1998, before summarizing examples of fictional works that have attempted to give a glimpse into the grim realities of the time. Highlighted pieces include novels Milkman by Anna Burns, Trespasses by Louise Kennedy, and Say Nothing by Patrick Radden Keefe, as well as the show Derry Girls. Through these we investigate a recently emerged pattern- an increased number of explorations into The Troubles that focus on the perspectives, experiences, and voices of young women. From challenging domestic moments, to acts of revolution, we ultimately find that no look into history is wholly complete without the oppurtunity to see through the eyes of women. 

 

Sources:

Milkman, Anna Burns (2018)

Trespasses, Louise Kennedy (2022)

Say Nothing, Patrick Radden Keefe (2018)

"Whatever You Say Say Nothing", Seamus Heaney 

"Book Review: Trespasses by Louise Kennedy", Magpie

"What Americans can learn from Northern Ireland's history of political violence", PBS News

"Women in Rebellion: How Paramilitary Women Experienced the Troubles of Northern Ireland", Global Irish Studies

]]> Why has media based on The Troubles surged in popularlity within the last decade and what can we learn from this ever-emerging body of work? In this more gravitas deep dive hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen investigate recent literature, movies, and TV shows set around The Troubles. We break down a historical overview of the violent, 30-year ethno-nationalist conflict in the North of Ireland, which lasted from the late 1960s to 1998, before summarizing examples of fictional works that have attempted to give a glimpse into the grim realities of the time. Highlighted pieces include novels Milkman by Anna Burns, Trespasses by Louise Kennedy, and Say Nothing by Patrick Radden Keefe, as well as the show Derry Girls. Through these we investigate a recently emerged pattern- an increased number of explorations into The Troubles that focus on the perspectives, experiences, and voices of young women. From challenging domestic moments, to acts of revolution, we ultimately find that no look into history is wholly complete without the oppurtunity to see through the eyes of women. 

 

Sources:

Milkman, Anna Burns (2018)

Trespasses, Louise Kennedy (2022)

Say Nothing, Patrick Radden Keefe (2018)

"Whatever You Say Say Nothing", Seamus Heaney 

"Book Review: Trespasses by Louise Kennedy", Magpie

"What Americans can learn from Northern Ireland's history of political violence", PBS News

"Women in Rebellion: How Paramilitary Women Experienced the Troubles of Northern Ireland", Global Irish Studies

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 4945 17 full 16: READs - Cyberdecks, Catholicism & Chicago 16: READs - Cyberdecks, Catholicism & Chicago https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/16-reads-cyberdecks-catholicism-chicago/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/16-reads-cyberdecks-catholicism-chicago/#comments Thu, 14 May 2026 10:07:20 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/3d1df422-349b-3b28-9001-5fbbfbc56a63 What do dirty sodas and Sword of Destiny from The Witcher series have to do with each other? Larsen's been consuming both. And how on earth does the musical Chicago relate to Jack Black's recent revisit of Anacoda? Alexys wishes she was high for both. Welcome back for another one of our Weekly READs, where hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen recount, with appropriate levels of celebration and commiseration, what they've been reading, enduring, eating, and doing recently. This episode is an ecletic collection, from the timelessness of vodka pasta (isn't she everyone's old reliable comfort dish?) to the process for building your very own cutesy cyberdeck (thanks Tiktok girlies). Moments of digression include the apparent appeal of Catholic maximalism to the lost youth- aka Gen Z- and medieval unicorn tapestries hanging in the MET. This episode is a mixed bag and a tasty treat all at once. We won't claim to save your soul, but we might make you hungry, because if one thing is for sure it's that we ate.

]]> What do dirty sodas and Sword of Destiny from The Witcher series have to do with each other? Larsen's been consuming both. And how on earth does the musical Chicago relate to Jack Black's recent revisit of Anacoda? Alexys wishes she was high for both. Welcome back for another one of our Weekly READs, where hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen recount, with appropriate levels of celebration and commiseration, what they've been reading, enduring, eating, and doing recently. This episode is an ecletic collection, from the timelessness of vodka pasta (isn't she everyone's old reliable comfort dish?) to the process for building your very own cutesy cyberdeck (thanks Tiktok girlies). Moments of digression include the apparent appeal of Catholic maximalism to the lost youth- aka Gen Z- and medieval unicorn tapestries hanging in the MET. This episode is a mixed bag and a tasty treat all at once. We won't claim to save your soul, but we might make you hungry, because if one thing is for sure it's that we ate.

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 2313 16 full 15: Deep Dive - An Age Old Problem Part 2: Power Dynamics & Troubling Thematics in Age Gap Media 15: Deep Dive - An Age Old Problem Part 2: Power Dynamics & Troubling Thematics in Age Gap Media https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/15-deep-dive-an-age-old-problem-part-2-power-dynamics-troubling-thematics-in-age-gap-media/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/15-deep-dive-an-age-old-problem-part-2-power-dynamics-troubling-thematics-in-age-gap-media/#comments Mon, 11 May 2026 11:42:34 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/aada8d26-a6b9-33ee-aeb7-e3a106e7db6e Why does Hollywood continually cast a gorgeous 20-something next to a seasoned leading man 20 years her senior? In this second episode of a special 2-part deep dive hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen investigate the unsettling patterns and disquieting tropes that define the broad body of age gap media we examined earlier. If Part 1 was us taking this pervasive trend out of the societal closet, Part 2 is us actually taking it apart, dissecting all the ways romanticizing large age disparties has crept into our books and movies, like a monster right under the bed. Our conversation covers the prevalence of broken homes and vulnerable youths, the wide array of trusted adult figures poised to take advantage, and the secrecy and shame that can make these stories all at once scandelous and seductive. We chart the slippery slope of "this relationship doesn't feel quite right" all the way to "this relationship is a down right crime" and explore what repsonsibilty producers, directors, writers, and publishers have when pushing POVs of older abusers and users into popular works. Ultimately we find that throughout age gap media the boudaries are so blurry and the lines are so thin, that the only way to make our society's obsession any less scary is to shine a light directly on it. 

 

Sources:

Lolita, Vladimir Nabokov (2025, 70th Anniversary Edition Version by Vintage Books) 

Half His Age, Jennette McCurdy (2026)

"Call Her Daddy (Or Mommy): The 7 Kinkiest Age-Gap Romances On Streaming", Decider

"Age Gap Relationship Movies / Younger Women and Older Men", IMDb

"50 Age Gaps Between Actors Playing Couples That Are Honestly Really Weird", Buzzfeed

"“I Really Hope The Book Starts Conversations”: Jennette McCurdy Opens Up About Writing “Half His Age” And Exploring Female Rage", Buzzfeed

]]> Why does Hollywood continually cast a gorgeous 20-something next to a seasoned leading man 20 years her senior? In this second episode of a special 2-part deep dive hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen investigate the unsettling patterns and disquieting tropes that define the broad body of age gap media we examined earlier. If Part 1 was us taking this pervasive trend out of the societal closet, Part 2 is us actually taking it apart, dissecting all the ways romanticizing large age disparties has crept into our books and movies, like a monster right under the bed. Our conversation covers the prevalence of broken homes and vulnerable youths, the wide array of trusted adult figures poised to take advantage, and the secrecy and shame that can make these stories all at once scandelous and seductive. We chart the slippery slope of "this relationship doesn't feel quite right" all the way to "this relationship is a down right crime" and explore what repsonsibilty producers, directors, writers, and publishers have when pushing POVs of older abusers and users into popular works. Ultimately we find that throughout age gap media the boudaries are so blurry and the lines are so thin, that the only way to make our society's obsession any less scary is to shine a light directly on it. 

 

Sources:

Lolita, Vladimir Nabokov (2025, 70th Anniversary Edition Version by Vintage Books) 

Half His Age, Jennette McCurdy (2026)

"Call Her Daddy (Or Mommy): The 7 Kinkiest Age-Gap Romances On Streaming", Decider

"Age Gap Relationship Movies / Younger Women and Older Men", IMDb

"50 Age Gaps Between Actors Playing Couples That Are Honestly Really Weird", Buzzfeed

"“I Really Hope The Book Starts Conversations”: Jennette McCurdy Opens Up About Writing “Half His Age” And Exploring Female Rage", Buzzfeed

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 3968 15 full 14: Mini - Art Imitates The Body: MET Gala 2026 Recap 14: Mini - Art Imitates The Body: MET Gala 2026 Recap https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/14-mini-art-imitates-the-body-met-gala-2026-recap/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/14-mini-art-imitates-the-body-met-gala-2026-recap/#comments Thu, 07 May 2026 14:35:13 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/ca6911da-c78f-3038-80fd-17efa1b4412e Is the MET Gala just a prequel to the Hunger Games? In this culturally repsonsive mini episode hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen attempt to admire and appraise the looks from the 2026 MET Gala without feeling the ~billion~ pound weight of capitalism. We briefly summarize the history of the event, the cost to attend, the evolution of the infamously exclusive guest list, and the important preservation work the Costume Institute uses the millions raised by the event for. We unpack this year's theme, "Costume Art", and dresscode, "Fashion is Art", by exploring the three different main interpretations designers seemed inspired by. We then dive into a slew of looks that fall into these catagories, from Beyonce and Kylie Jenner to Miles Chamley-Watson and Paloma Elsesser. We round out our recap by addressing the controversal inclusion of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez-Bezos as the lead sponsors of the event, which leads us to acknowledging the inextricable tie that has always existed between art and the elite. Though all three of us love to look at a beautiful gown as much as the next girl, we also encourage you to learn about the orgins of the exihibit the event was actually honoring, an exhibit which asks us to look at the human body in art and the overlooked body AS art. 

 

Sources:

"Met Gala 2026: 11 Art-Inspired Looks That Turned the Red Carpet into a Museum", Architectural Digest 

"Costume Institute Conservation", The MET

"The Costume Institute", The MET

"Everything You Need to Know About the 2026 Met Gala", Vogue

]]> Is the MET Gala just a prequel to the Hunger Games? In this culturally repsonsive mini episode hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen attempt to admire and appraise the looks from the 2026 MET Gala without feeling the ~billion~ pound weight of capitalism. We briefly summarize the history of the event, the cost to attend, the evolution of the infamously exclusive guest list, and the important preservation work the Costume Institute uses the millions raised by the event for. We unpack this year's theme, "Costume Art", and dresscode, "Fashion is Art", by exploring the three different main interpretations designers seemed inspired by. We then dive into a slew of looks that fall into these catagories, from Beyonce and Kylie Jenner to Miles Chamley-Watson and Paloma Elsesser. We round out our recap by addressing the controversal inclusion of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez-Bezos as the lead sponsors of the event, which leads us to acknowledging the inextricable tie that has always existed between art and the elite. Though all three of us love to look at a beautiful gown as much as the next girl, we also encourage you to learn about the orgins of the exihibit the event was actually honoring, an exhibit which asks us to look at the human body in art and the overlooked body AS art. 

 

Sources:

"Met Gala 2026: 11 Art-Inspired Looks That Turned the Red Carpet into a Museum", Architectural Digest 

"Costume Institute Conservation", The MET

"The Costume Institute", The MET

"Everything You Need to Know About the 2026 Met Gala", Vogue

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 3400 14 full 13: Deep Dive - An Age Old Problem Part 1: The Vast Lineage of Age Gap Media 13: Deep Dive - An Age Old Problem Part 1: The Vast Lineage of Age Gap Media https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/13-deep-dive-an-age-old-problem-part-1-the-vast-lineage-of-age-gap-media/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/13-deep-dive-an-age-old-problem-part-1-the-vast-lineage-of-age-gap-media/#comments Mon, 04 May 2026 12:48:50 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/25be0812-6bec-32b3-8d32-76bf604e2fe2 What can a 54 year old woman and a 27 year old man possibly have in common? In this first episode of a two-part deep dive, hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen take the startling, scary, and oftentimes perverse trope of age gap relationships out of the taboo closet that society likes to bury it in. From Lolita to Sense & Sensibility, or Mrs. Robinson to MILF Manor, we explore the history, or better yet lineage, of age gap literature and media that has seemingly seeped into every romance sub-genre. Our discussion goes as ancient as Roman Law and as modern as Half His Age (2026) by Jennette McCurdy. As we begin to unravel just how vast the age gap catalog of books, movies, and shows is, we find that age gap media is pervasive in the worst way- you don't always see it, but once you start looking for it, it's everywhere. With the texts on the table and Pandora's box opened wide, we set the scene for Part 2 of this topic, where we'll get into our analysis of the tropes, themes, and sociological implications of this never-ending trend. Ultimately, it's not enough to just take the scary topic out of the closet- if you want to unpack it with us you'll have to come back and listen to Part 2 next week. 

 

Sources:

Lolita, Vladimir Nabokov (2025, 70th Anniversary Edition Version by Vintage Books) 

Half His Age, Jennette McCurdy (2026)

"Call Her Daddy (Or Mommy): The 7 Kinkiest Age-Gap Romances On Streaming", Decider

"Age Gap Relationship Movies / Younger Women and Older Men", IMDb

"50 Age Gaps Between Actors Playing Couples That Are Honestly Really Weird", Buzzfeed

“I Really Hope The Book Starts Conversations”: Jennette McCurdy Opens Up About Writing “Half His Age” And Exploring Female Rage", Buzzfeed

]]> What can a 54 year old woman and a 27 year old man possibly have in common? In this first episode of a two-part deep dive, hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen take the startling, scary, and oftentimes perverse trope of age gap relationships out of the taboo closet that society likes to bury it in. From Lolita to Sense & Sensibility, or Mrs. Robinson to MILF Manor, we explore the history, or better yet lineage, of age gap literature and media that has seemingly seeped into every romance sub-genre. Our discussion goes as ancient as Roman Law and as modern as Half His Age (2026) by Jennette McCurdy. As we begin to unravel just how vast the age gap catalog of books, movies, and shows is, we find that age gap media is pervasive in the worst way- you don't always see it, but once you start looking for it, it's everywhere. With the texts on the table and Pandora's box opened wide, we set the scene for Part 2 of this topic, where we'll get into our analysis of the tropes, themes, and sociological implications of this never-ending trend. Ultimately, it's not enough to just take the scary topic out of the closet- if you want to unpack it with us you'll have to come back and listen to Part 2 next week. 

 

Sources:

Lolita, Vladimir Nabokov (2025, 70th Anniversary Edition Version by Vintage Books) 

Half His Age, Jennette McCurdy (2026)

"Call Her Daddy (Or Mommy): The 7 Kinkiest Age-Gap Romances On Streaming", Decider

"Age Gap Relationship Movies / Younger Women and Older Men", IMDb

"50 Age Gaps Between Actors Playing Couples That Are Honestly Really Weird", Buzzfeed

“I Really Hope The Book Starts Conversations”: Jennette McCurdy Opens Up About Writing “Half His Age” And Exploring Female Rage", Buzzfeed

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 4275 13 full 12: READs - We're Not Flirting, We're Just Hot & Like to Talk 12: READs - We're Not Flirting, We're Just Hot & Like to Talk https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/12-reads-were-not-flirting-were-just-hot-like-to-talk/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/12-reads-were-not-flirting-were-just-hot-like-to-talk/#comments Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:28:51 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/0fa3b035-1c3d-3cd5-a803-a48b4f37cd3e How do Lolita, sassy slogan tees, and ice box cakes connect? They've all been on hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen's minds. Listen to us explain why in this Weekly READ episode, where we break down what we've read, endured, ate, and did recently. Our chat includes wondering why there was so many SMEG appliances in You, Me, and Tuscany, the plight of breakouts caused by face shaving razers, and the hilarity of Hannah Beck's "Daddy God..." comedy skits. The topics this week are eclectic, but the life improvements are massive, like Larsen finally getting an aux cord back in her beloved car, Bertha, or Alexys buying the world's cutest Y2K digi-cam at the Brooklyn Flea Market. If you love listening to pretty girls gab, this one is for you. We'll make you laugh or your money back.

]]> How do Lolita, sassy slogan tees, and ice box cakes connect? They've all been on hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen's minds. Listen to us explain why in this Weekly READ episode, where we break down what we've read, endured, ate, and did recently. Our chat includes wondering why there was so many SMEG appliances in You, Me, and Tuscany, the plight of breakouts caused by face shaving razers, and the hilarity of Hannah Beck's "Daddy God..." comedy skits. The topics this week are eclectic, but the life improvements are massive, like Larsen finally getting an aux cord back in her beloved car, Bertha, or Alexys buying the world's cutest Y2K digi-cam at the Brooklyn Flea Market. If you love listening to pretty girls gab, this one is for you. We'll make you laugh or your money back.

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 2449 12 full 11: Deep Dive - The Phenomenon of Overhyped Books 11: Deep Dive - The Phenomenon of Overhyped Books https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/11-deep-dive-the-phenomenon-of-overhyped-books/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/11-deep-dive-the-phenomenon-of-overhyped-books/#comments Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:31:05 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/fc55a6fb-2c8a-33ae-ae50-8d7716c1f284 What's with all the hype? In this deep dive hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen dissect the modern hype machine that powers the phenomonen of overrated books. We break down the social media frenzy and recency bias that propel big reader expectations and can lead to dissatisfaction and disappointment. Critical discourse includes our definition of overhyped- this is not a conversation about bad books, so much as it is a conversation about books who are built up too big, becoming cultural behemonths at the front of every book store. Digressions include a look at both the Readers' and Critics' Choice New York Times "Best Books of the 21st Century" Lists, as well as an exploration of what books we think are actually underhyped. Ultimately, we plead with the hype machine- let a book be just good, not everything has to be sold as the best book of the century.

 

Sources:

"Best Books of the 21st Century: Reader's Response", New York Times

"Review: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow Feels So Yesterday", The Spinoff

"The Thing About Popular and Overhyped Books", The Daily Star

]]> What's with all the hype? In this deep dive hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen dissect the modern hype machine that powers the phenomonen of overrated books. We break down the social media frenzy and recency bias that propel big reader expectations and can lead to dissatisfaction and disappointment. Critical discourse includes our definition of overhyped- this is not a conversation about bad books, so much as it is a conversation about books who are built up too big, becoming cultural behemonths at the front of every book store. Digressions include a look at both the Readers' and Critics' Choice New York Times "Best Books of the 21st Century" Lists, as well as an exploration of what books we think are actually underhyped. Ultimately, we plead with the hype machine- let a book be just good, not everything has to be sold as the best book of the century.

 

Sources:

"Best Books of the 21st Century: Reader's Response", New York Times

"Review: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow Feels So Yesterday", The Spinoff

"The Thing About Popular and Overhyped Books", The Daily Star

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 3746 11 full 10: Mini - Celebrating Independent Bookstore Day 10: Mini - Celebrating Independent Bookstore Day https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/10-mini-celebrating-independent-bookstore-day/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/10-mini-celebrating-independent-bookstore-day/#comments Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:55:26 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/9428d192-b0a4-35ec-a4ed-168440c1e394 Did you know the last Saturday of every April marks Independent Bookstore Day? In this mini-sode hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen celebrate the upcoming occasion by breaking down the history of the holiday, as well as why it matters and why our local independent book sellers deserve more love. Our conversation includes the ongoing battle with Big Book that sellers and publishers are facing, the amazing work of public libraries, and the necessity of keeping mid-size players, like Barnes & Noble, alive. We urge you to celebrate with us this weekend by utilizing whatever purchasing power you have and shopping local or by simply spreading the word and shouting out your favorite local seller. 

]]> Did you know the last Saturday of every April marks Independent Bookstore Day? In this mini-sode hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen celebrate the upcoming occasion by breaking down the history of the holiday, as well as why it matters and why our local independent book sellers deserve more love. Our conversation includes the ongoing battle with Big Book that sellers and publishers are facing, the amazing work of public libraries, and the necessity of keeping mid-size players, like Barnes & Noble, alive. We urge you to celebrate with us this weekend by utilizing whatever purchasing power you have and shopping local or by simply spreading the word and shouting out your favorite local seller. 

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 1444 10 full 09: Deep Dive - From the Fishbowl: Media Tracking Apps 09: Deep Dive - From the Fishbowl: Media Tracking Apps https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/09-deep-dive-from-the-fishbowl-media-tracking-apps/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/09-deep-dive-from-the-fishbowl-media-tracking-apps/#comments Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:42:04 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/34442a41-1af1-36d2-8ede-c769a6e4c51c Whats with the data-fication of our habits and hobbies? For this deep dive hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen pulled a random research topic written on a piece of paper out of a fishbowl of possibilties (re: a little glass bowl). The fishbowl decided it was time to explore the trend of tracking apps, focusing especially on apps we use to track our media consumption- such as Goodreads, Storygraph, and Letterboxd- but including mentions of more general applications as well, such as Strava and Streaks. We break down what particular aspects of tracking draws people in, the boom of applications brought on by the digital age, and the extended oppurtunties for community provided tracking or review platforms, as amplified by social media. Digressions include review culture and the drive to gamify and commdify everyday aspects of our lives. Ultimately, we know that whatever tools or tricks gets us reading, watching, thinking, and discussing deeply are probably worth a download. To particpate in the craze you'll need to keep up your streak and listen now- then rate us 5 stars!

 

Sources:

"Tracking Your Life", University of Washington

"The Science Behind Habit Tracking", Psychology Today

]]> Whats with the data-fication of our habits and hobbies? For this deep dive hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen pulled a random research topic written on a piece of paper out of a fishbowl of possibilties (re: a little glass bowl). The fishbowl decided it was time to explore the trend of tracking apps, focusing especially on apps we use to track our media consumption- such as Goodreads, Storygraph, and Letterboxd- but including mentions of more general applications as well, such as Strava and Streaks. We break down what particular aspects of tracking draws people in, the boom of applications brought on by the digital age, and the extended oppurtunties for community provided tracking or review platforms, as amplified by social media. Digressions include review culture and the drive to gamify and commdify everyday aspects of our lives. Ultimately, we know that whatever tools or tricks gets us reading, watching, thinking, and discussing deeply are probably worth a download. To particpate in the craze you'll need to keep up your streak and listen now- then rate us 5 stars!

 

Sources:

"Tracking Your Life", University of Washington

"The Science Behind Habit Tracking", Psychology Today

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 3756 9 full 08: READs - Dating Apps, Dad's Sandwiches, and Dinner Parties 08: READs - Dating Apps, Dad's Sandwiches, and Dinner Parties https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/08-reads-dating-apps-dads-sandwiches-and-dinner-parties/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/08-reads-dating-apps-dads-sandwiches-and-dinner-parties/#comments Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:12:48 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/4d666d00-0278-37da-96a7-d5b607e6b259 What do Taylor Frankie Paul, springtime allergies, dating apps, and a California heat wave all have in common? They've all been harbingers of spring that hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen have endured lately. Welcome back to another Weekly READ, where we break down what we've read, endured, ate, and did recently. Our answers are ripe for interpretation and run the gamut from farmer's market scones to Women's March Madness basketball games. Special highlights include our reads and want-to-reads this week: Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd, Half His Age by Jennette McCurdy, Fawning by Ingrid Clayton, The Girl in The Tower by Katherin Arden, Trespasses by Louise Kennedy and Sword of Destiny by Andrzej Sapkowski. Listen to find out our thoughts on this wide array of topics.

Please reach out to us at readtheroomacultureclub@gmail.com for feedback and topics suggestions. Follow us on instagram and tiktok at readtheroom_cultureclub for the most up to date podcast information

]]> What do Taylor Frankie Paul, springtime allergies, dating apps, and a California heat wave all have in common? They've all been harbingers of spring that hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen have endured lately. Welcome back to another Weekly READ, where we break down what we've read, endured, ate, and did recently. Our answers are ripe for interpretation and run the gamut from farmer's market scones to Women's March Madness basketball games. Special highlights include our reads and want-to-reads this week: Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd, Half His Age by Jennette McCurdy, Fawning by Ingrid Clayton, The Girl in The Tower by Katherin Arden, Trespasses by Louise Kennedy and Sword of Destiny by Andrzej Sapkowski. Listen to find out our thoughts on this wide array of topics.

Please reach out to us at readtheroomacultureclub@gmail.com for feedback and topics suggestions. Follow us on instagram and tiktok at readtheroom_cultureclub for the most up to date podcast information

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 2434 8 full 07: Deep Dive - Is The Movie Ever Better Than The Book? 07: Deep Dive - Is The Movie Ever Better Than The Book? https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/07-deep-dive-is-the-movie-ever-better-than-the-book/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/07-deep-dive-is-the-movie-ever-better-than-the-book/#comments Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:18:18 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/ffef8aeb-6eec-34ef-bfbb-456f2d26e384 In a world of endless remakes and retellings, can a movie adaptation ever truly be better than the book? And why are we so obessed with the comparison between the two? In this episode, hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen break down examples of movie and TV show adaptations that give their source material a run for their money and dive deep into all the nuance that surrounds conversation about what types of media are "better" to consume than others. We touch on works such as Stardust, Killers of the Flower Moon, Heated Rivalry, Project Hail Mary, Emma, and more. Our analysis examines the elitism behind priortizing always reading the book first, the accessibilty films can provide to general audiences, and the boom in book sales that screen adaptations spur. Our chat circles around the desire for originality, against the broader pull of familarity and beloved tropes. Ultimately, whether you're reading or watching, you're still in the room. 

 

Previous Episodes Mentioned: 

05: Deep Dive - Are Space Movies Ever Just About Space?

03: Series - Feminist Rage & Frankenstein 

01: Deep Dive - Wuthering Heights & Gothic Romanticization 

 

Sources:

Killers of the Flower Moon, David Grann (2017)

Stardust, Neil Gaimann (2007)

"From Heated Rivalry to Wuthering Heights, Book-to-Screen Adaptations Cause a Boom in Book Sales", CBC Books

"Do Movie Adaptations Impact Book Sales?", Ooligan Press

"Books vs. Movies: The Age-Old Debate", Indianna University Bloomington Media Beat

"On Falling Out of Love with Neil Gaiman", Medium

]]> In a world of endless remakes and retellings, can a movie adaptation ever truly be better than the book? And why are we so obessed with the comparison between the two? In this episode, hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen break down examples of movie and TV show adaptations that give their source material a run for their money and dive deep into all the nuance that surrounds conversation about what types of media are "better" to consume than others. We touch on works such as Stardust, Killers of the Flower Moon, Heated Rivalry, Project Hail Mary, Emma, and more. Our analysis examines the elitism behind priortizing always reading the book first, the accessibilty films can provide to general audiences, and the boom in book sales that screen adaptations spur. Our chat circles around the desire for originality, against the broader pull of familarity and beloved tropes. Ultimately, whether you're reading or watching, you're still in the room. 

 

Previous Episodes Mentioned: 

05: Deep Dive - Are Space Movies Ever Just About Space?

03: Series - Feminist Rage & Frankenstein 

01: Deep Dive - Wuthering Heights & Gothic Romanticization 

 

Sources:

Killers of the Flower Moon, David Grann (2017)

Stardust, Neil Gaimann (2007)

"From Heated Rivalry to Wuthering Heights, Book-to-Screen Adaptations Cause a Boom in Book Sales", CBC Books

"Do Movie Adaptations Impact Book Sales?", Ooligan Press

"Books vs. Movies: The Age-Old Debate", Indianna University Bloomington Media Beat

"On Falling Out of Love with Neil Gaiman", Medium

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 4117 7 full 06: Mini - Our (Late) 2025 Favorites 06: Mini - Our (Late) 2025 Favorites https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/06-mini-our-late-2025-favorites/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/06-mini-our-late-2025-favorites/#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:01:00 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/a94784a2-4a53-3a0d-89eb-ea63a8d7745c What were *our* greatest hits of 2025? It may be a new year but that doesn't mean you can't revisit some of the books, movies, and music that were previously popular. In this mini episode hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen break down the media they consumed in the last year that made an impression- from intergenerational epics to smutty alien trysts. Our list includes both works that were new in 2025 and works that were simply new to us, and our conversation expands into the activities that brought us joy beyond the page and screen. We prove its never too late to discover your next hyperfixation or find out what you're really craving in your year- from river rafting to comforting creators. Read, watch, or listen to any of our recommendations from this episode and you'll be right on time!

Please reach out to us at readtheroomacultureclub@gmail.com for feedback and topics suggestions. Follow us on instagram and tiktok at readtheroom_cultureclub for the most up to date podcast information.

]]> What were *our* greatest hits of 2025? It may be a new year but that doesn't mean you can't revisit some of the books, movies, and music that were previously popular. In this mini episode hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen break down the media they consumed in the last year that made an impression- from intergenerational epics to smutty alien trysts. Our list includes both works that were new in 2025 and works that were simply new to us, and our conversation expands into the activities that brought us joy beyond the page and screen. We prove its never too late to discover your next hyperfixation or find out what you're really craving in your year- from river rafting to comforting creators. Read, watch, or listen to any of our recommendations from this episode and you'll be right on time!

Please reach out to us at readtheroomacultureclub@gmail.com for feedback and topics suggestions. Follow us on instagram and tiktok at readtheroom_cultureclub for the most up to date podcast information.

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 2458 6 full 05: Deep Dive - Are Space Movies Ever Just About Space? 05: Deep Dive - Are Space Movies Ever Just About Space? https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/05-deep-dive-are-space-movies-ever-just-about-space/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/05-deep-dive-are-space-movies-ever-just-about-space/#comments Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:01:00 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/1e055398-f119-3ef3-8e6b-0e4a26fc2220 How can one setting inspire hope, fear, whimsy, and scienitific discovery all at once? In this deep dive hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen explore the representation and trendification of space in literature, movies, and the general cultural landscape. We summarize the development of space as a science fiction symbol, break down the various works that have become interstellar classics, and float into the far reaches of space sub genres.The conversation orbits past the ecological, political, and social implications of space media. Our discourse proves that themes associated with space are as vast and infinite as the universe itself. 

Please reach out to us at readtheroomacultureclub@gmail.com for feedback and topics suggestions. Follow us on instagram and tiktok @readtheroom_cultureclub for the most up to date podcast information.

Sources: 

"Science Fiction", Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum 

"The Pyschology of Space Films", Psychology Today

"From 1900 to 2013: The Evolution of Outer Space on the Big Screen", The Journal

"The Legacy of ‘The Jetsons’ Is about a Lot More than Dreams of Flying Cars", AEI

"John Milton the Space Poet: Early Traces of Science Fiction in Paradise Lost", Reactor

"The History of Science Fiction: Beginnings", Medium

"We Come in Pieces: The Alien as Metaphor", Clarkesworld

"Genre Breakdown: The Different Types of Sci-Fi Films", The Beat

"Sci-Fi Genre Movies", WeVideo

"Don't Get Lost in Space: A Guide to Science Fiction Subgenres", Pan MacMillan

"Science Fiction: Hard Versus Soft", Enclave

The War of the Worlds, H.G. Wells (1898)

The Martian Chronicles, Ray Bradbury (1950)

]]> How can one setting inspire hope, fear, whimsy, and scienitific discovery all at once? In this deep dive hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen explore the representation and trendification of space in literature, movies, and the general cultural landscape. We summarize the development of space as a science fiction symbol, break down the various works that have become interstellar classics, and float into the far reaches of space sub genres.The conversation orbits past the ecological, political, and social implications of space media. Our discourse proves that themes associated with space are as vast and infinite as the universe itself. 

Please reach out to us at readtheroomacultureclub@gmail.com for feedback and topics suggestions. Follow us on instagram and tiktok @readtheroom_cultureclub for the most up to date podcast information.

Sources: 

"Science Fiction", Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum 

"The Pyschology of Space Films", Psychology Today

"From 1900 to 2013: The Evolution of Outer Space on the Big Screen", The Journal

"The Legacy of ‘The Jetsons’ Is about a Lot More than Dreams of Flying Cars", AEI

"John Milton the Space Poet: Early Traces of Science Fiction in Paradise Lost", Reactor

"The History of Science Fiction: Beginnings", Medium

"We Come in Pieces: The Alien as Metaphor", Clarkesworld

"Genre Breakdown: The Different Types of Sci-Fi Films", The Beat

"Sci-Fi Genre Movies", WeVideo

"Don't Get Lost in Space: A Guide to Science Fiction Subgenres", Pan MacMillan

"Science Fiction: Hard Versus Soft", Enclave

The War of the Worlds, H.G. Wells (1898)

The Martian Chronicles, Ray Bradbury (1950)

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 4199 5 full 04: READs - Midnight, Mormons & Makeup Hunting 04: READs - Midnight, Mormons & Makeup Hunting https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/04-reads-midnight-mormons-makeup-hunting/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/04-reads-midnight-mormons-makeup-hunting/#comments Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:05:00 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/187103a3-c9fe-3151-a9a0-bd87a2762b73 Welcome to our bi-monthly READs! In these mini episodes hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen will unpack what they recently read, endured, ate, and did. The defintion of each of these elements is up for some interpetation - whether we're eating a lot of tinned fish snack plates or eating up the most recent season of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. We might read a piece of dense classical literature or read the vibe of a recent pop culture debacle. Either way, we stay reading the room. How did we define our READs this week? You'll have to listen to find out.

Please reach out to us at readtheroomacultureclub@gmail.com for feedback and topics suggestions. Follow us on instagram and tiktok at readtheroom_cultureclub for the most up to date podcast information.

]]> Welcome to our bi-monthly READs! In these mini episodes hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen will unpack what they recently read, endured, ate, and did. The defintion of each of these elements is up for some interpetation - whether we're eating a lot of tinned fish snack plates or eating up the most recent season of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. We might read a piece of dense classical literature or read the vibe of a recent pop culture debacle. Either way, we stay reading the room. How did we define our READs this week? You'll have to listen to find out.

Please reach out to us at readtheroomacultureclub@gmail.com for feedback and topics suggestions. Follow us on instagram and tiktok at readtheroom_cultureclub for the most up to date podcast information.

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 2328 4 full 03: Series - Feminist Rage & Frankenstein 03: Series - Feminist Rage & Frankenstein https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/03-series-feminist-rage-frankenstein/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/03-series-feminist-rage-frankenstein/#comments Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:28:24 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/824d6ae0-7978-3615-b41b-6677eda39bcf Why is god a man, when life is always created by a woman? In this episode, hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen introduce our first series topic: Feminist Rage. In this series we’ll look at reoccurring themes, across various pieces of media, related to both the feminine experience and the pervasiveness of patriarchy. For the first episode in the series we dive into Frankenstein, the genre-defining work of Mary Shelley, as well as the 2025 Guillermo Del Toro Frankenstein adaptation, and Maggie Gyllenhaal’s The Bride, a 2026 take on the 1935 Bride of Frankenstein. Our discussions touch on the unwarranted backlash to The Bride, male loneliness, and the feminist works of Shelley’s mother, Mary Wollstonecraft. 

Please reach out to us at readtheroomacultureclub@gmail.com for feedback and topics suggestions. Follow us on instagram and tiktok at readtheroom_cultureclub for the most up to date podcast information.

Sources:

Frankenstein, Mary Shelly (1818) & Maria: Or, The Wrongs of Woman, Mary Wollstonecraft (1798)

 

 

]]> Why is god a man, when life is always created by a woman? In this episode, hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen introduce our first series topic: Feminist Rage. In this series we’ll look at reoccurring themes, across various pieces of media, related to both the feminine experience and the pervasiveness of patriarchy. For the first episode in the series we dive into Frankenstein, the genre-defining work of Mary Shelley, as well as the 2025 Guillermo Del Toro Frankenstein adaptation, and Maggie Gyllenhaal’s The Bride, a 2026 take on the 1935 Bride of Frankenstein. Our discussions touch on the unwarranted backlash to The Bride, male loneliness, and the feminist works of Shelley’s mother, Mary Wollstonecraft. 

Please reach out to us at readtheroomacultureclub@gmail.com for feedback and topics suggestions. Follow us on instagram and tiktok at readtheroom_cultureclub for the most up to date podcast information.

Sources:

Frankenstein, Mary Shelly (1818) & Maria: Or, The Wrongs of Woman, Mary Wollstonecraft (1798)

 

 

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 4527 3 full 02: Mini - 2026 Oscars Recap 02: Mini - 2026 Oscars Recap https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/02-mini-2026-oscars-recap/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/02-mini-2026-oscars-recap/#comments Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:09:59 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/001588ad-e231-3bd0-a6c6-55921839c3c9 Whats worth the watch, what nominations are out of left field, and what films scored a homerun? In this mini episode hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen dissect a wide array of 2026 Academy Award catagories, discussing both nominees and winners. Digressions include what constitutes costume design, what movies we wish we saw, and the critcal lens, or lack there of, of One Battle After Another. Our name pronunciation may miss from time to time, but our films critiques are spot on.

Please reach out to us at readtheroomacultureclub@gmail.com for feedback and topics suggestions. Follow us on instagram and tiktok at readtheroom_cultureclub for the most up to date podcast information.

]]> Whats worth the watch, what nominations are out of left field, and what films scored a homerun? In this mini episode hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen dissect a wide array of 2026 Academy Award catagories, discussing both nominees and winners. Digressions include what constitutes costume design, what movies we wish we saw, and the critcal lens, or lack there of, of One Battle After Another. Our name pronunciation may miss from time to time, but our films critiques are spot on.

Please reach out to us at readtheroomacultureclub@gmail.com for feedback and topics suggestions. Follow us on instagram and tiktok at readtheroom_cultureclub for the most up to date podcast information.

]]> readtheroomacultureclub false No 2691 2 full 01: Deep Dive - Wuthering Heights & Gothic Romanticization 01: Deep Dive - Wuthering Heights & Gothic Romanticization https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/01-deep-dive-wuthering-heights-gothic-romanticization/ https://readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/e/01-deep-dive-wuthering-heights-gothic-romanticization/#comments Mon, 23 Mar 2026 20:55:18 -0700 readtheroomacultureclub.podbean.com/20c086bf-e485-3dc9-88c2-9dad634b0906 Is Emily Bronte rolling in her grave? In this episode hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen dive into a piece of gothic literature hailed as one of the greatest romances ever told, all while asking "How romantic is Wuthering Heights, really?". In addition to analyzing the plot of the OG 1847 novel, we also discuss modern adaptations including the 2011 version, and Emerald Fennell's currently infamous 2026 remake. From the dangers of a life lived for revenge, to the damage done by inter-generational abuse, we explore the magnitude of Bronte's work and grapple with whether or not such a literary powerhouse is capable of being adequately adapted for the big screen.

Please reach out to us at readtheroomacultureclub@gmail.com for feedback and topics suggestions. Follow us on instagram and tiktok at readtheroom_cultureclub for the most up to date podcast information.

 

]]> Is Emily Bronte rolling in her grave? In this episode hosts Alexys, Kaylin, and Larsen dive into a piece of gothic literature hailed as one of the greatest romances ever told, all while asking "How romantic is Wuthering Heights, really?". In addition to analyzing the plot of the OG 1847 novel, we also discuss modern adaptations including the 2011 version, and Emerald Fennell's currently infamous 2026 remake. From the dangers of a life lived for revenge, to the damage done by inter-generational abuse, we explore the magnitude of Bronte's work and grapple with whether or not such a literary powerhouse is capable of being adequately adapted for the big screen.

Please reach out to us at readtheroomacultureclub@gmail.com for feedback and topics suggestions. Follow us on instagram and tiktok at readtheroom_cultureclub for the most up to date podcast information.

 

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