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Welcome to "The Open Book Podcast," where real talk meets real life. Join us, a dynamic couple with a knack for authentic and lively discussions, as we dive into the complexities of love, family, and personal growth. Each episode explores topics like marriage dynamics, financial management, health challenges, and cultural issues, all served up with a healthy dose of humor and heart. Whether you're navigating your own relationships or just love a good conversation, we're here to share, inspir ...
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Amber and Colby are here to discuss their lives, books, pop culture, and everything in between! These two New Orleans friends are ready to hang out with yall. Their friendship and passion for reading and talking sh!t has brought them to sharing their perspectives and experiences here on The Open Books Podcast! Tune in to get involved in deep dives of interesting books and so many other fun topics. Interact with the girls on social media to have your own thoughts and perspectives shared on th ...
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This podcast spotlights young adult literature by two educators who love to read. We review popular books to encourage and inspire all aged readers to enjoy the journey of a great book.
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Long before Carrie Bradshaw penned a column about Sex and The City or Bridget Jones had a diary, New Yorker and hopeless romantic Melissa Braverman was writing about the search for love. In this limited series podcast, the acclaimed Single Gal In The City blogger shares excerpts from 100-plus personal diaries. From high school crushes to heartbreak, Melissa bares it all.
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🎧 Squid Game Season 2: Breaking Down the Chaos 🎮💥 In this episode, we dive into the highly anticipated Squid Game Season 2! Join us as we break down the plot twists, new characters, and jaw-dropping moments that had us on the edge of our seats. We share our thoughts on the emotional rollercoaster, the bigger stakes this season, and our theories on …
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In this episode, we’re catching you up on everything we’ve been up to over the past few months! From holiday highlights and major life updates to what we’re reading, watching, and treating ourselves to lately—it’s all here. We dive deep into life after having a baby, the challenges (and freedom!) of quitting our jobs, and how we’re embracing the po…
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Send us a text Can laughter really bring you to tears while offering profound life lessons? Jamie Foxx's recent comedy special does just that, blending humor with emotional resonance in a way that echoes the genius of legends like Richard Pryor and Martin Lawrence. We dive into the incredible performances, particularly the heartwarming moments shar…
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We’re back! This week, Amber shares the touching, thrilling, and absolutely unforgettable story of her journey into motherhood. From unexpected twists to heartfelt moments, we’re diving into every detail of her wild ride. Plus, we catch you up on everything that’s been happening over the past month. Grab your favorite drink, settle in, and join us …
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Send us a text Have you ever wondered why some of us love to jump into a movie halfway while others insist on catching every single detail from the start? This episode of the Open Book Podcast invites listeners into the contrasting ways we experience films, sparking a lively discussion with my wife about our unique movie-watching habits. We dive in…
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Send us a text What happens when a beloved character from James Patterson's novels is reimagined for the small screen? Join us on the Open Book Podcast as we return from our hiatus to dissect the latest crime drama featuring Alex Cross. We share our insights on Aldis Hodge's portrayal of the iconic detective and psychologist, reflecting on previous…
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HEY YALL! Amber and Colby are here again. In this episode of The Open Books Podcast, we're diving headfirst into everything fall! From our ultimate seasonal must-haves and favorite cozy routines to the latest life updates, we’re sharing it all. Plus, we’re recapping the TV shows we're hooked on right now, giving you all the autumn vibes you need. S…
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Hey yall! We are BACK this week for a book analysis! You do not want to miss this one. Even if you did not read this book, tune in for a wild ride! This week, we’re unraveling the twists and turns of The Last One by Will Dean. Join us as we dive deep into this intense, mind-bending thriller that had us hooked from the very first page! We’ll break d…
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Send us a text Have you ever been hesitant to embrace a new show based on preconceptions, only to find yourself captivated by its unique storytelling? That's exactly what happened to us with "Reasonable Doubt," so we decided to review it on our show. Join us as we unravel the intense relationship dynamics and emotional entanglements within the show…
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HEY YALL! Amber and Colby are here again. This week on The Open Books Podcast, we dive into the latest seasons of two reality TV faves—The Golden Bachelorette and Dancing with the Stars, both streaming on ABC! We break down the cast of each show, reveal our favorite contestants, and chat about the standout moments that have us hooked. From tear-jer…
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It’s time for another monthly report! In this episode of The Open Books Podcast, Amber and Colby catch up on all the life updates from September. From pregnancy struggles and the rollercoaster of emotions that come with it, to trying out lip injections for the first time, we’re keeping it real with you all. We’re also diving into our latest TV bing…
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HEY YALL! We are back with our book club episode. In this episode of The Open Books Podcast, we dive into the eerie world of Marcus Kiewler's We Used to Live Here. We break down the spine-chilling themes, unsettling atmosphere, and the strange antics that kept us on edge throughout the novel. From the unsettling setting to the psychological twists,…
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In this week's episode of The Open Books Podcast, we dive deep into the infamous Lyle and Erik Menendez case, unraveling the chilling true story of the brothers who shocked America. We break down the facts, the horrors they experienced, and our personal thoughts on the tragic events that unfolded. Plus, we compare the real-life case to Netflix's la…
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In this episode of The Open Books Podcast, Amber and Colby kick things off with some fun life updates, including Colby’s hilarious (and slightly embarrassing) experience at the club last weekend. After some laughs and catching up about Amber's pregnancy, we dive into Riley Sager’s latest psychological thriller, Middle of the Night. We break down th…
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HEY YALL! In this episode, we dive into all the juicy details of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. We chat about the show’s characters, their complicated relationships, and the wild plotlines that keep us hooked! From sister wives to family secrets, we explore how the drama unfolds and what it all says about modern relationships. Then, in true Open…
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HEY YALL! Amber & Colby are back with a fun mini episode. We have to wonder, are authors like Freida McFadden using AI to write their books? We asked chat GBT to write short stories for us and we give you TWO intriguing thrillers here on the podcast, both created by AI! Then, we get to chatting with our AI, and quickly become besties with them. REM…
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HEY YALL! In this special episode of The Open Books Podcast, we’re diving into the highs and lows of pregnancy and postpartum with advice straight from YOU, our listeners! From hilarious tips that’ll make you laugh to heartfelt wisdom that’ll make you feel seen, we’re sharing it all. Whether you’re expecting, a new mom, or just love hearing relatab…
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HI YALL! Amber & Colby are back with a monthly report! We chat all about birthdays, new favs, manic cleaning, Sabrina Carpenter, TV shows like the "From" on Hulu and the new Dance Moms series. We talk about why we DNF'd the book "A Little Life", and soo much more! Tune in now & please leave us a rate/ review! It helps the show continue to reach our…
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BEWARE! The audio is MESSED UP IN THIS EPISODE! After recording, we realized Colby's voice was totally warped. WE ARE SO SORRY for the quality of this episode. We were going to just trash it, but many people said they still wanted to hear thoughts and listen to the episode. So here it is! We promise to always triple check the audio in the future, s…
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HI YALL! Amber & Colby are here again this week to talk to you about our MONTHLY report! We go over books we are reading, such as the thriller book Middle of the Night and Off the Deep End! We talk about our recent spiritual experiences, one of them being super scary! We also go over things we are currently eating, watching, and obsessing over! Suc…
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HEY YALL! Amber & Colby are finally ready for a full love island usa season 6 analysis! We have watched the viral show along with the rest of the world and we have so many thoughts to share. It has been so much fun chatting about the show and the cast with you all on our instagram, and we enjoyed our time talking about it all on this episode! We br…
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Send us a text Can Tyler Perry’s newest film make us swear off his movies for good? Join us on the latest episode of the Open Book Podcast as we humorously dissect "Divorce and the Black." After Jay's grueling recovery from a kidney stone and Nia's much-needed break from moving, we decided to unwind with this two-hour and one-minute movie, which fe…
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HEY YALL. Join us for another fun mini episode, where Amber and Colby catch up on some recent life updates. We talk about Love Island UK (love island USA recap coming soon), a touching story about an Applebees employee, funny baby names, getting severe sunburn, and so much more! Remember to read our next on the shelf: Middle of the Night by Riley S…
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HEY YALL! We are back this week with a full recap and analysis of Freida McFadden's new novel, The Housemaid is Watching. You know we LOVE our thriller novels, and we were so excited to read the new installment of The Housemaid series. We have loved all of her previous thriller novels, so our thoughts on this one may be considered a little controve…
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WASSUUPP YALL. Amber & Colby are back this week with a fun mini episode! We chat about the concept of cell phone addictions and what we can do to combat it. But dont get it twisted, we will never leave the iphone behind. We each present 3 books that we want to read next, and we need your help choosing what one sounds the most interesting! After the…
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WHATSUP YALL! Amber & Colby are back with a weekly report and we have sooo much to say. We give life updates, pregnancy talk, pop culture Random’s, and we recap sooo much TV! We talk about Perfect Match, Love Island USA & UK, Severance season 2, House of the Dragon, and sooo much more. We go over things we are currently obsessing with and give a bu…
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Send us a text Can the absence of a father truly shape your entire life? Join us as we reflect on the heartfelt significance of Father's Day through deeply personal stories and experiences. This episode flashed back to 2018 when Jay invited Nia to be a guest on his podcast. Jay begins by sharing cherished moments from a week filled with family acti…
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HI YALL! We are back with our book club episode! We covered the popular novel, None of This is True, by one of our favorite authors, Lisa Jewell! We LOVED listening to the audio book! Even if you didn’t read the book- listen to our epsiode for a full summary and analysis. This is a twisty story with much to discuss! As always, thank you for support…
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HEY YALL. We are back with a fun mini episode. We asked the girlies to send us screen shots of their notes app, and they delivered! This was so funny. It is like getting an inside look at your random thoughts! After we go over the notes, we get into a little ASK REDDIT deep dive and read reddit stories about shocking parent behaviors and how people…
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HEY YALL! We are back at you with a weekly report! We catch up on life updates, pregnancy things, current favorites, and pop culture random topics. TUNE IN NOW and let us know what you think! Is Billie Eilish a hater? Have you ever gotten a scalp massage? Do you wish you were pregnant with Justin Biebers baby? Interact with us on social medai! Inst…
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Send us a text Marriage can be a beautiful journey, but it comes with its fair share of communication challenges. Have you ever wondered how to maintain effective dialogue with your spouse through the years? In this episode, we share a candid look at our nearly 12-year marriage, reflecting on the importance of transparency, setting aside dedicated …
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Send us a text Have you ever found yourself piecing together a family portrait that includes more than just the traditional figures? That's where Jay and I, Nia Floyd, step in with tales from the heart about the patchwork of blended families. As we cozy up in our family room, cats Samson and Sasha included, we laugh, we muse, and more importantly, …
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HEY YALL! We are back this Friday with our book club episode on the novel Dark Matter by Blake Crouch! As always, if you didnt read the book, tune in for an in depth summary that will make you feel like you are watching a movie play out in your head! Haha, but really this was such a fun read. We deep dive into the concept of a multiverse, where alt…
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HI AGAIN YALL! We are back with a mini episode this week, recapping our weekend and jumping into our TBRs! We also play a fun game or This or That. So we can keep getting to know you guys! Thank you so much for listening! Read our next on the shelf- Dark Matter By Blake Crouch And watch the Apple TV Series with us! Send us your thoughts for the eps…
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HEY yall! We are back with our book club episode! We learned a huge lesson with this one, record the episode right after finishing the book! A month or so had passed after reading this book before we got around to recording. Go easy on us! We will do better with our next book club choice, DARK MATTER! Be sure to read along with us so we can discuss…
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Send us a text Sometimes life throws you curveballs that land you back in places you never expected—like a college algebra class. That's where our story began, and we're inviting you to pull up a chair as we, Jay and Nia Floyd, unravel the threads of our 12-year marriage in a series of heart-to-hearts. From the first flirty glances across a classro…
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HAPPY ONE YEAR TO THE OPEN BOOKS PODCAST! Thanks so much to every single person who has ever listened to us. We are so excited to keep the open books podcast going and have so many fun things in store for season 2. We chat all about this past year and deep dive into our biggest accomplishments and biggest struggles. Let us know what you think & wha…
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Hey yall. Amber and Colby are back after a little over two weeks because… COLBY WAS NOT OKAY. Tune in to hear what’s been going on. And then we of course break down our weekly report talking all about currently watching, new obsessions, and pop culture updates. We have thoughts on Taylor Swift’s new album and Jojo Siwas new look. Let us know your t…
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Hi! We are back with our 3rd weekly report - catching up on all the things that had to be said. Most importantly, Amber is pregnant! After we talk all about that- we jump into all the things we have been loving, watching, and doing this past week. We also have a TV recap of Quiet on Set & The Bachelor. Leave us a rate and review! Love you guys so m…
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BOOK CLUB EPISODE ALERT! Amber & Colby are back this week chatting all about Mrs. Freida’s new thriller, The Teacher! This book has popped off & we loved talking about it and reading it with you all. Tune in to find out all about a married couple who are both involved with their students in more ways than one. 🧐 Follow us on Instagram and join the …
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SPECIAL EPISODE ALERT! Amber & Colby had two fabulous guest on the podcast, Caitlin and Laura! These two fellow New Orleans girls started an amazing organization called the New Orleans girls club, where local women have the chance to meet and make meaningful connection! It was such a pleasure hanging out with them. Tune in to hear all the inside sc…
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HEY YOU GUYS! Amber & Colby are back again this week with our book club choice- First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston. This is a super popular and trending story, all about a woman named Eve, who holds ALOT of secrets. The lies she tells guides the plot and keeps you wondering, whats Evie really up to?! Tune in now for the summary, so even if you have no…
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HEY YALL! Amber and Colby are back with a mini episode where we recap the new seasons of Love is Blind and The Bachelor! Both seasons are about half way through, so we chat about everything up until this point! We will be back with another mini episode when the seasons come to an end. Both these shows are super juicy right now and everything we tal…
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Our second WEEKLY REPORT EPISODE! We are loving this new format where we get the chance to just chat and catch up in between book club episodes. We talk about hot topics, pop culture, Mardi Gras, Netflix and Max shows, and sooo much more. Try drink root and some kava juice for a relaxing feeling! Use this link! 🍃 drinkroot.com?sca_ref=4738456.7mkrL…
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HEY YALL! Amber & Colby are joined with two special guest this week, Calley Blue & Ashtyn Darbonne! Two fellow NOLA girls, who had a lot to share with us! Calley talked us through what its was like growing a following on tik tok and how she navigates having a huge platfrom. Ashtyn talks us through her journey that has led her to leaving New Orleans…
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We read Gypsy Rose’s new book- RELEASED- confessions in the Eve of freedom. In this episode, we recap the story of Gypsy Rose that led to the murder of her mother. Then we deep dive into what she told us in the book. The inner thoughts of Miss Gypsy were surely interesting!The Open Books w/ Amber and Colby
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HIIII YALL! We are trying out a new format, with a weekly report episode once a week! This will be separate from our book club episodes. The title only includes half of what we talk about in the episode, so come along for the ride! Let us know what you think about this new idea. We can’t wait to hear from you! Follow us on instagram @openbookspodca…
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WHATS UP YALL! Amber & Colby are back for our book club discussion of the novel Don’t Let Her Stay by Nicola Sanders. This was a fast paced novel that had us hooked! When Chloe moves back in with her father, she does interest in her new baby sister. Does she actually care about the baby, though? Or is she motivated by other sinister things? Listen …
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Amber & Colby are back for our really scheduled book club episode! We read The Troop by Nick Cutter and this was by far our favorite book of 2023! WOW- this story was compelling, terrifying, and such a wild ride. We enjoyed the writing style and concept so much. What if a deadly worm was created to help people loose weight, or worse, used as a warf…
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MERRY CHRISTMAS! 🎄 Amber & Colby are back with another holiday episode- focusing all on horror stories! We gathered some stories from our listeners and online & are breaking down some bizarre things that have happened over this holidays. We chat about the worst Christmas gifts ever, all the way to the horrifying true crime case of Jonbenet Ramsey. …
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