Checked Out and Overdue

This week Chelsea and Taryn jump into their first Tolkien and it's about time. Tune in to listen to them discuss Gandalf's sass, Bilbo's reluctance, and all the magical elements of this classic fantasy fairy tale. Timestamps: 👋🏼 Intro: 0:00 – 16:18 📚 General Overview: 16:18 - 37:09 ⚠️ Spoilers: 37:09 – 1:01:23

Taryn and Chelsea could not believe that Margaret Owen agreed to come chat on this humble podcast. But every story needs its hurdles so Taryn faced microphone issues and Chelsea's wifi was less than ideal, but tune in to listen to Margaret Owen talk about all things Little Thieves, Merciful Crow, and plenty of fun tangents as well. Timestamps: 📚 Spoiler-Free: 00:00 - 1:24:14 ⚠️ Spoiler: 1:24:14 - 2:01:34

Chelsea and Taryn are back in Roshar with their friend Mi (@edgedancing_through_life) to review Words of Radiance by Brandon Sanderson! From Shallan’s secrets to Kaladin’s struggles, the trio dives into favorite moments, shocking reveals, and why this sequel raises the stakes in every way. With plenty of laughs, tangents, and Stormlight fangirling, this episode is nearly as long as the book itself. Timestamps: 👋🏼 Intro: 0:00 - 12:29 📚 General Overview: 12:29 - 16:57 ⚠️ Spoilers: 16:57 - 1:32:56

Chelsea and Taryn are hitting the road with friends Mad (@readingwraynbow) and Cass (@fictionalcass) for a lively chat about People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry. It’s a trip filled with strong opinions, unexpected detours, and plenty of laughter as the group unpacks this Emily Henry romcom. This episode is all about great company, spirited debate, and a touch of vacation mischief. Timestamps:👋🏼 Intro: 0:00 - 17:57📚 General Overview: 17:57 - 53:07⚠️ Spoilers: 53:07 - 1:24:47

(At ~32 min mark, we had a glitch in our recording and Chelsea's audio cuts out for a few minutes, so it makes Taryn sound a bit insane talking to herself and we deeply apologize for that) The quest continues in this episode of Checked Out and Overdue, as Chelsea and Taryn dive into The Titan’s Curse, book three in Rick Riordan’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. They discuss new characters, high-stakes battles, and all the feelings that come with the Hunters of Artemis. Expect thoughts on prophecy, teen angst, and one very memorable dam scene. Timestamps: 👋🏼 Intro: 0:00 – 13:13 📚 General Overview: 13:13 – 32:13 ⚠️ Spoilers: 32:13 – 56:37