Tongue In Cheek Podcast
Welcome to the Tongue In Cheek Podcast, a show about smut, where nothing is off the table and every kink gets a seat. Join us as we go on an irreverent, hysterical, and often surprisingly revealing adventure through the wilds of this underrated smutty book genre. If you like smutt, you’ll love us.
The Red Tent: The Art of Yearning
We have all studied The Art of War. No? Just Lizzy? Okay, well on this second episode of the red tent we discuss yearning. Asking the big questions about whether or not its dead. In a world where we are constantly accessible does yearning have a place?
Books show us the lost art of wanting something (someone) so deeply you cannot sleep. Food doesn't taste the same. A mere brush of their hand ignites a fire that consumes you from the inside out.
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More Kissed By The Gods with author Caty Rogan
Our conversation with romantasy author Caty Rogan continues with part 2 of our captivating interview. We chat about the fanfic inspiration for the magical object bonds. Both Caty and Lizzy get chills while discussing whether or not they would drop their mind shields to share with others. And love interests we would consider other than Ryot.
Caty gives our audience some breadcrumbs for book 2, releasing (fingers crossed) in 2027.
***There are spoilers ahead if you have not read Kissed By The Gods.
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Kissed By The Gods with author Caty Rogan
Kissed by the Gods indeed. We are joined by author Caty Rogan. She is here to chat about her series The Eternal Wars. From page one we have feminine rage, female characters that break the mold, and sacrifice. Lots of sacrifice.
Did I mention male leads that are softer?
Caty shares challenges and struggles that can come from writing a series. Especially with a Gods system. Turns out when you make the rules you are then bound to them.
Of course we go deep. Chills are felt and revelations are illuminated. And some "ne...
Dirty Dancing
Come have the time of your life with us. Let's take it back to 1987. It's Lizzy's birthday week and we are talking about her favorite 1980's film Dirty Dancing. Johnny Castle, enough said.
Cringe lines, yes. Summering with your family, not so much. The soundtrack, timeless. Oh did we mention trust issues? Celebrate this month with Lizzy.
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Daughter of Stone with Author B.A. Pepper
The month of April (Lizzy's birthday month) kicks off with one of our favorite human beings, who happens to also be an indie author AND podcast host. B.A. Pepper joins Lizzy to talk about her debut book Daughter of Stone. Welsh lessons are given. B takes over all pronunciation as a kindness to Lizzy.
This story is compelling right out of the gate, a mixture of emotions, intrigue, and sadness. Like another famously controversial FMC, she turns to sex, drugs, and alcohol to cope. Everyone is beautiful, which is kind of rude. More nipple piercings! And l...
Death's Kiss Part 2 with Author M.M. Reeves
Our conversation with M.M. Reeves continues because she is brilliant and we cannot get enough of her.
On this episode we pitch a lot of ideas. Below Deck Book 2 release party. with Captain Jason AND Captain Sandy Emily shoots her shot to make it into a future book as a poison Tide Lord. What the cinematic version of Death's Kiss would be like. Sexy Commodore James Norrington Tide Lord. Reeves Dad is the GOAT. "Sunday Scaries." Book 2 hints.
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Death's Kiss with Author M.M. Reeves
Who runs the world, girls! Your newest romantasy must read is here. We have the absolute privilege of speaking to author M.M. Reeves about her debut novel Death's Kiss. This book brought Lizzy out of a slump. Imagine if you will a meaner Viktor Krum paired with a Crescent City level love story between women.
Reeves and Emily discover their shared love of phantoms. Ultimate family vacations we hope to be a part of in the future. This episode was so big it could not in fact fit in just one. Part 2 will follow next week.
Your Monster
Our monster madness continues with the film Your Monster. Imagine if you will the option to keep the beast from Beauty and the Beast AS the beast. This film explores how monsters are not usually the ones with the fur.
We discuss why mainstream media is slow to embrace monster romance. Does it hit the same when the female is the monster? And that ending.
Until next time.
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Monster Madness
It's March and for the monster girlies, it is their time to shine. We have special guest Maggie J, our resident monster aficionado. Emily and Maggie shed light on why the monster romance genre is their favorite. Their unanimous answer might surprise you. We discuss the book Oops! I Summoned a Merdemon. Wild does not even begin to cover it. Get ready for more monsters!!!
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Red Tent Series: Corrective Experience
The Red Tent is open and ready for you to step in. Artist (and listener) Kristina Freeman is the woman who sparked the idea behind the red tent. She shared with us the book The Red Tent by Anita Diamant relaying how she thought our show provided a similar safe space for women of all ages to connect and explore womanhood. Our listeners age gap is vast, while being in different stages of life, we are united in providing support through it all.
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The Knight and the Moth
Never have we ever...loved a secondary as much as we love Bartholomew the gargoyle. Today we are chatting about the book The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig. This is book 1 in a duology that follows Six, our Diviner and her very blunt and emotional gargoyle on a search for her fellow diviners.
She is leaving Aisling for the first time to keep a promise. What she discovers along the way is equal parts endearing and heartbreaking. Our main male character Rory provides us readers with a perfect of example of what it means to s...
Safe word of the Year
We are ushering in 2026 with our safe word of the year. Because lets be honest, we should have had one last year. Who knew board game safe words could be a thing? Much like many of you we are still in cave mode. The bear is slumbering. The stirring and awareness of spring is on the horizon. Let us know if you are in cave mode or allowing spring to start now.
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Airing of Grievances 2025
It's that time of year. Emily's favorite of the year. AIRING OF GRIEVANCES. We cannot say goodbye to 2025 fast enough, but it's important to clear the air before welcoming in the new year.
Join us for this annual episode of letting it out and letting it go. Let us know if you agree with us or have others to share.
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Regifted by Vera Valentine
Ghost of Christmas Past, Present, and Future appear in a hotel room accompanied by Jake (from State Farm). Ellie Nadir thought she would kick her feet up and enjoy the mini bar. Instead she is taken on a journey through her life and made to atone for her misgivings. Chains, yes please, Temperature controlled body sensations, where do we sign up. Who knew giving could be so rewarding?
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Krampus Kruk
If you have ever wondered, "is a much older man for me?" The answer is yes if he is like our MMC. Could we convince if Daddy Krampus told you to "call in rich to work"? Today we are discussing the book Krampus Kruk. This story is really about feeling safe enough to let go. Immersion therapy via pleasure Dom. Sit back and enjoy your listening experience.
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It's Favorites of the Year
Ho Ho Ho, thats right, you! It's favorites of the year. We share what has made the cut over the past 12 months. Skincare for the Fae enthusiast. Tried and true book lover gifts for both the naughty and nice list. We love trying out new things and sharing with you our listeners.
Do you have a favorite? Share with us.
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Cuffing Season
For the plot. Time to cozy up for the season. Emily takes us on the journey of modern dating. In a time when we have more access to one another dating seems to be at its worst. Book boyfriends are needed now more than ever. We ask the question, what do they have that the 'Gym-Kens' don't have? Turns out, a lot.
Gets your cuffs and enjoy this episode.
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Rising to the Call
If you hear it will you come? This week we are diving into the psychological question of becoming more. We look at books with characters that answer a call to action, thus becoming more and often something new. As always our conversation goes down many a rabbit hole and leads to places meant to be explored.
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Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
This week we are talking non fiction. Rounding out our series on death with a book whose author worked at a crematorium then went on to open her own funeral home. We explore the ease of ritual pertaining to funerals, changing the way we honor our loved ones, and overall thoughts on death and dying.
Join us on social media and tell us your thoughts regarding death.
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Film: Death Becomes Her
This week we are talking about the film Death Becomes Her starring Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn. Death of youth and beauty can be all consuming and leave us feeling invisible. In the absence of death (immortality) what purpose does living actual serve? Join us in discussing all things becoming of death.
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The Nightmare Bride with Author Shaylin Gandhi
Living out your deepest fears sounds fun right? Especially when they are carried on the winds of a storm. What if we told you a charming, unbelievably handsome, relentless man would be there offering to teach you how to overcome those fears?
This week we are joined by Shaylin Gandhi, author of The Nightmare Bride. We continue our discussion of death. Having to face our fears and be willing to let go of our fears, loved ones, and self doubt.
Laughter, depth, and of course another glimpse into death starts now. Enjoy!
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Death Comes
Spooky season is here. And we are ready to take it head on...by the horns...or Daddy Death's scythe. We go deeper than we ever have before. The month of October is a celebration of life that is no longer. Books can help us process so many moments we experience in reality. Embodying every hope and ideal. This includes the topic of death.
On this episode we explore death in books. Little deaths of the self and big deaths that have left us emotionally ruined for weeks after reading the story.
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Birthday fun with Josie and the Pussycats
It's a celebration... get your bus passes ready...and swear that you will always listen to the TIC show.
On this episode we are celebrating Emily's birthday. Josie and the Pussycats is one of her favorite films, what better way to continue OUR celebration of female friendship than with a trio of rockstars?
We go deeper and chat about the bigger message of subliminal marketing (you should listen to the Tongue In Cheek podcast, you should listen to the Tongue In Cheek podcast).
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Girl Power with Caitlyn's Romantasy
Who run the world? GIRLS. Definitely the romance Booktok world.
Caitlyn joins the TIC show to talk about female relationships, both in books and real life. The world of fiction provides the ultimate blueprint for female bonds that exceed...well everything. Those of us fortunate enough to have these characters in our real lives know it is a gift worth fighting for.
We are better together.
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Girl's Girl
Welcome to Season 4 of the Tongue In Cheek Podcast. are you ready to go deeper? This season will fill you with laughter, connection, and of course the "s" word, smutt. The ride is just beginning. Take a deep breathe, sit back, and enjoy your audio experience.
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Summer Favorites: Books, Skincare, and More
Before we head into our summer break we have an episode FULL of our summer favorites. Books that make for a sultry summer read by the pool. Movies that will have you laughing while you escape the heat. And of course, skincare. Yes we chat about sunscreen as well as several other products that will keep you hydrated, glowy, and even a little ho-e.
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Bourbon and Proof Pt. 2 with author Victoria Wilder
We are gluttons for the Foxx men. Our desires could not be contained to just one episode. Fiasco, Kentucky has us by the throat, gasping and excited all at the same time. Our interview with author Victoria Wilder continues now.
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Bourbon and Proof with author Victoria Wilder
For all the reel master baiters out there.
This book's for you. We have the immense joy of playing host to author Victoria Wilder to discuss the conclusion of her series, Bourbon and Proof. Daddy Atticus Foxx has reached his limit. Hadley is all too happy to keep pushing. The results are fire. Did someone say arranged marriage? This interview is packed full of where we've been, where we're, and what the future has in store for us.
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The Wallflower Wager
Brooding male seeking titled Lady (with a cussing parrot) to devour without apologies. Meet Gabriel Duke and Lady Penelope Campion. He will solve every problem you have. She will love even the most unloveable beast.
This week we are chatting about Tessa Dare's The Wallflower Wager, book 3 of the Girl Meets Duke series. Interconnected standalone books and we feel this is the best of the three. As to why, you must listen to the episode.
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Summer Kick Off: Film Now and Then
If you don't want a "hot girl summer" let us tempt you with a Now and Then summer. Séances. Cosmo quizzes. Ice cream. All with your best friends.
We are kicking off our summer series with the film Now and Then. A coming of age film filled with life changing events, sorrow, and a killer soundtrack. Put your earbuds in, sunscreen on, and listen to this episode by the pool.
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A Ship of Bones and Teeth
If you ever imagined Ariel not marrying Prince Eric, you are in the right place.
Concluding our month of pirates, we are discussing the book A Ship of Bones and Teeth by Karina Halle. Meet Maven and Ramsey. And yes, Prince Aerik is still around, but plays the part he was truly destined for. Add in some vampires, sirens, and you have a story infinitely better than the original.
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Pirates of the Caribbean
But you have heard us!
Welcome ladies, gents, pirates, and the non-living. There is a seat for you all. Grab the rum and listen to the siren sisters tell a tale of a Commodore, Swan, and Sparrow.
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Devourer of Men
What could be better than a sexy Captain Hook? How about the Crocodile, Hook, and Wendy? We salivate over Nikki St. Crowe's book Devourer of Men. Everything we have to come to expect from Nikki and so much more. We all need a Roc in our life. Confident. Demanding. And always follows through. Yes please, may I have another.
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It's All Fantasy
Rounding out our month of fantasy, we finish on a...delusional note. On this episode we discuss the fantasies we thought would be our realities. Some did, but not the way we thought. Others...we are still waiting. Tick, tock universe.
Share your fantasies that never came to fruition with us via email or social media.
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The Beast
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This book unlocks a few "never before read" moments. And we are not mad about it. This week we discuss the book The Beast by Jenika Snow. If you ever wished for the Beast from Disney's Beauty and the Beast to stay in his primal form, this episode is for you.
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Stone Hearts with Author S.E. Wendel
We have author S. E. Wendel on the show discussing her book Stone Hearts.
Pink sparkly gargoyle? Tall, handsome, and very giving Fae? Yes please! We delve into this magical world of heartbreak and love. Sarah does something different in her storytelling. She shows what happens AFTER the happy couple commits to each other. Over centuries we witness how love evolves, needs change, and the importance of play in a long term relationship. This novella will warm even the coldest heart.
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Legend 1986
Welcome to the greatest month of the year...April! This kicks off our month of fantasy. What better way to start than with the 1986 classic film Legend starring a very young Tom Cruise, Mia Sara, and THE Lord of Darkness himself? We get carried away with horns, how much is too much glitter, and when hyperfixation plays in our favor. Enjoy!
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The Darkest Flame series with Author Shannen Durey
"If you are going to forgive, don't make it easy."-author Shannen Durey
This week we get to chat with Shannen Durey, author of Nights of Iron and Ink and Nights of Steel and Shadow. This is a series unlike any we have read. Shannen writes characters that have you melting, willing to do anything for Ronan. Then, in the next moment, weeping alongside Vera, her torment transcending the page and pulling every heartstring. She breaks away from conventional beauty, even that which we traditionally find in romance fiction, and shows that beauty comes in many forms.
Want: Exploring Women's Fantasies Part 2
Sometimes it fits, sometimes you need more time. Our discussion of the book Want collected by Gillian Anderson continues today with special guest Victoria Wilder. Women are fascinating. Full of creativity and desire. Part 2 begins now.
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Want: Exploring Women's Fantasies
There is power in speaking your deepest fantasy aloud.
Sharing something that is uniquely yours while keeping your identity hidden. Today we discuss the book Want. Compiled and shared by Gillian Anderson. We are fortunate to be joined by author Victoria Wilder. After all, she does write women’s fantasies for a living. There was so much to unearth that we could not make it fit in one episode. Part One Begins now.
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