The Book Lisp with Jon Ryan & Sarah Colonna
The Book Lisp is a weekly Book Club Podcast starring the wedded Jon Ryan & Sarah Colonna. Every month Jon & Sarah will hilariously review 1 book; one month from (NFL Superbowl Champion) Jon's library of Romance, the next month from (Comedian-Actress) Sarah's shelf of Psycological Thrillers Buckle. Up.
Giggles & Jiggles
It's Week 2 of your March Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “One Day” by David Nicholls.
Geographically challenged moments. Ridiculous names for comedy clubs. How Jon found new friends without being a creep, and much more. Enjoy!
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Day What?
It's Week 1 of your March Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “One Day” by David Nicholls.
Jon & Sarah discuss how small decisions can shape your life, PI reality shows, & more. Plus, Jon tries to explain a “One Day,” concept to Sarah that apparently she will never understand. Enjoy!
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“Look Closer” by David Ellis - Full Discussion
It's Week 4 your February Book Lisp, which means it’s time for Jon and Sarah to discuss this month's read, “Look Closer” by David Ellis.
Jon & Sarah unpack all the twists and turns of this month’s page turner. Is it weird to root for a character who does so much wrong? Nobody plays the long game like Simon. Could there be a chance for him & Vicky? Plus, be careful what you wear on Halloween - and more. Enjoy!
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Super Bowl, Backhanded Compliments & Vodka Shortages
It's Week 3 of your February Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Look Closer” by David Ellis.
Jon and Sarah start with a recap of their Super Bowl weekend: teammates catching up, someone forgot where their event was, and Ketel One forgot the game would be busy. Then, was that a backhanded compliment or a flat out insult? Don’t tell Jon he looks like that one guy, and much more. Enjoy!
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Red Flag On The Play
It's Week 2 of your February Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Look Closer” by David Ellis. Is Halloween the best day to commit a crime? Plus, the safest Holiday, a tough gig for a magician, and so much more. Enjoy!
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Don’t You Know?
It's Week 1 of your February Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Look Closer” by David Ellis.
With the book set in Chicago, Jon & Sarah have a lot to say about many fun times spent in that city, and for Jon - a not so fond memory of his worst football game ever. Then, how badly can you misread a situation? What do you think you know that you don’t know, and can you admit when you’re wrong? Plus, so much more. Enjoy!
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“Summer Island” by Kristin Hannah - Full Discussion
It's Week 4 of your January Book Lisp, which means it’s time for Jon & Sarah to discuss this month's read, “Summer Island” by Kristin Hannah.
Jon & Sarah share all their thoughts on “Summer Island.” Ruby was frustrating, Dean really hit the gas on marriage, and Nora had lots of layers. Plus, do people who give advice always have to be perfect? What did we learn from Eric? And much more. Enjoy!
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The Joke is Not on You
It's Week 3 of your January Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Summer Island” by Kristin Hannah.
From late night talk shows, to sitcoms - and everything in between, Jon and Sarah discuss the ups and downs of stand-up comedy. Plus, you don’t need to be the class clown to be funny, don’t try your bits on them at a party, what is your happy place, and much more. Enjoy!
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The Thought Still Counts
It's Week 2 of your January Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Summer Island” by Kristin Hannah.
Jon and Sarah discuss the novelty of handwritten notes, and Sarah reveals she loves a wacky Greeting Card. How much has radio changed over the years? Plus, the pressure to “make it” by a certain age, family members who come through in the hard times, and much more. Enjoy!
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Side Hustle and Comedy Bustle
It's Week 1 of your January Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Summer Island” by Kristin Hannah.
Jon and Sarah discuss the random side hustles they had while trying to make it in their careers. Sarah shares some of the worst open mics she ever did. Are one way tickets to LA a good idea? And much more. Enjoy!
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“Christmas Presents” by Lisa Unger Full Discussion
It’s week 5 of your December Book Lisp and with last week off for the Holidays, it’s time for Jon & Sarah to discuss “Christmas Presents” by Lisa Unger.
Jon and Sarah ponder if Harley was good guy - and if he was actually helpful. Should Badger have copped to giving the gifts sooner? Plus, Sarah loved the “page turner” style of writing, Jon’s dad had a solid way of making kids respect his home, and much more. Enjoy!
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Happy Holidays!
Full Review for “Christmas Presents” by Lisa Unger is coming 12/29!
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Do Tell Mama
It's Week 3 of your December Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Christmas Presents” by Lisa Unger.
Jon reveals his Holiday listening stations & Sarah feels seen about “foil embossed” book covers. Plus, the stigma of Strip Clubs, trusting your gut when it comes to your friend’s new “friend,” what you should not “tell mama,” and much more. Enjoy!
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Prime Time Crime
It's Week 2 of your December Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Christmas Presents” by Lisa Unger.
Jon and Sarah discuss ethics of True Crime podcasting & how people sometimes forget about the victims. Plus, small town nosiness, Jon’s exhausted form being retired, would he be star struck if he met Elin? And more. Enjoy!
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It’s all in the Presentation
It's Week 1 of your December Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Christmas Presents” by Lisa Unger.
Believing in Santa, pride in gift wrapping (and bed making). Plus, Jon misses the good old days of free swag, Sarah recalls a winter trip with her fellow WAGs and much more. Enjoy!
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“Twelve Days of Christmas” Full Discussion
It's Week 4 of your November Book Lisp. which means it’s time for Jon & Sarah to discuss this month's read, “Twelve Days of Christmas” by Debbie Macomber.
Sarah and Jon discuss how “Twelve Days of Christmas” is the Hallmark movie of books. Was Cain justified in feeling betrayed? Did Bernie ditch his grandson too quickly? Was Julia a tad annoying? Plus, a random packaged chicken soup rant & much more. Enjoy!
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Table For Who?
It's Week 3 of your November Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Twelve Days of Christmas” by Debbie Macomber.
Jon starts off with important Christmas decorating updates, then we are all over the map. Snowed in with Crown Royal during a Seahawks game. Making dinner reservations using someone else’s name. Don’t turn down nice gestures, watch your White Russian intake, favorite Holiday songs & more. Enjoy!
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12 Mornings of Christmas
It's Week 2 of your November Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Twelve Days of Christmas” by Debbie Macomber.
Morning people (annoying or not?). Holiday traditions. Do values or personality traits weigh heavier in relationships, and much more.
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Hot Tub Jon Machine
It's Week 1 of your November Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Twelve Days of Christmas” by Debbie Macomber.
Jon discusses his shock over Sarah’s lack of Christmas decorating when they first met. Do the Holidays cause more break ups or hook ups? When a person is suddenly nice to you, it might be a red flag, solo hot tub gone wrong, and much more. Enjoy!
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"The Good Lie” Full Discussion
It's Week 4 of your October Book Lisp. That means it’s time for the full discussion of this month's read, “The Good Lie” by A.R. Torre.
Jon & Sarah share all their thoughts on this month’s Psychological Thriller. How much did Robert know when he met Gwen in that bar? Sarah couldn’t handle doing Gwen’s job. Jon noticed the twist way before Sarah. What was the purpose of the mystery of Robert’s wife? And so much more. Enjoy!
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Charlie Bit My Podcast
It's Week 3 of your October Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “The Good Lie” by A.R. Torre.
Don’t take pills from a stranger, and definitely don’t snort a bag of white powder you find on the floor. What does your handshake say about you? Sometimes 15 minutes is enough fame. Be careful what you watch before bedtime…and so much more. Enjoy!
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Green without Envy
It's Week 2 of your October Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “The Good Lie” by A.R. Torre.
Jon & Sarah discuss childhood snacks and Jon’s odd recipe for “fruit pizza.” Would you want to run a daiquiri shack on the beach, or just go to one daily? The correct Gummy Bears pecking order, and so much more. Enjoy!
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WRITER WRONG
It's Week 1 of your October Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “The Good Lie” by A.R. Torre.
Can you tell if an author is male or female by how they write sex scenes (Jon can). Sarah wants A.R Torre to keep lilies away from her cats, Jon has a tie to a school mentioned in the book, do you have a “tell” when you lie - and much more. Enjoy!
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Writer Wrong
It's Week 1 of your October Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “The Good Lie” by A.R. Torre.
Can you tell if an author is male or female by how they write sex scenes (Jon can). Sarah wants A.R Torre to keep lilies away from her cats, Jon has a tie to a school mentioned in the book, do you have a “tell” when you lie - and much more. Enjoy!
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Interview with the owner of Lovestruck in Seattle
It’s week 5 of your September Book Lisp - and we have a fun treat for you! McKenna Martin, owner of the romance bookstore Lovestruck in Seattle, joins us!
Jon & Sarah interview McKenna about her journey from pop-up store to a permanent home, what inspired her dream bookstore, her favorite genres and so much more.
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“The Wedding People” Full Discussion
It’s week 4 of your September Book Lisp, which means it’s time to discuss this month’s read, “The Wedding People” by Alison Espach.
Witty one liners, the full circle of “friendship” for Lila, the evolution of Phoebe, things getting stuck in tailpipes, and much more. Enjoy!
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Keeping Sane & Lame Nicknames
It's Week 3 of your September Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “The Wedding People" by Alison Espach.
Did we all drink through lockdown like Phoebe did? Let’s bring back walking happy hours. Jon accidentally built an escape room. Should people come up with their own nicknames? And much, much more. Enjoy!
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Locked In
It's Week 2 of your September Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “The Wedding People” by Alison Espach.
Jon and Sarah discuss the frustrations of homeownership, travel, Sweet Valley High, and much, much more. Enjoy!
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Plus None
It's Week 1 of your September Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “The Wedding People” by Alison Espach.
Jon and Sarah discuss the “rules” of destination weddings, attending weddings solo, bringing random people to the after party and much, much more. Enjoy!
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<...“Sometimes I Lie” Full Discussion
It’s week 4 of your August Book Lisp, which means it’s time for the full discussion of this month’s read, “Sometimes I Lie” by Alice Feeney.
Jon and Sarah dive into all the twists, turns, and craziness of this psychological thriller. Which “sister” is crazier? Is Paul in on it all? How long was Amber plotting Claire’s death? Plus, um- what actually happened? So so so much fun breaking this one down. Enjoy!
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Rookie Mistakes
It’s Week 3 of your August Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month’s read, “Sometimes I Lie” by Alice Feeney.
First impressions gone wrong, extremely literal pet names, and teenage friends who committed crimes. Plus, would you tell people you heard what they said while you were in a coma? And more. Lots of laughs. Enjoy!
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Bad Little Lies
It’s Week 2 of your August Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month’s read, “Sometimes I Lie” by Alice Feeney.
Jon & Sarah discuss telling white lies, why Sarah is a terrible liar, people who tell the same stories but details change every time, who has a better memory, and much more. Enjoy!
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Crisps, Chips, and Christmas Crackers
It’s Week 1 of your August Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month’s read, “Sometimes I Lie” by Alice Feeney.
Jon tests Sarah’s knowledge on fun British terms. Why do people who visit a country for a week suddenly have an accent? Jon’s Nana was the original WAG you really don’t want to mess with, and more. Enjoy!
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"Meet Me At The Lake" Full Discussion
It’s Week 4 of your July Book Lisp, which means it’s time to dive in and discuss this month’s read, “Meet Me at the Lake” by Carley Fortune.
Was Will’s behavior forgiven too easily? Would you read someone’s diary after they passed sway? Jon tells us why this book is the “perfect summer read,” and so much more. Enjoy!
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Tears and Cheers
It’s Week 3 of your July Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month’s read, “Meet Me at the Lake” by Carley Fortune.
Pros & cons of taking over a family business, what is “home” to you, and an unexpected emotional discussion about what it’s like to visit a parent’s home after you lose them.
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Oversized Polos and Underage Bartenders
It’s Week 2 of your July Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month’s read, “Meet Me at the Lake” by Carley Fortune.
Jon & Sarah discuss the worst Summer jobs they ever had, small town versus big city living, “perks” of working at a dry cleaners and much more. Enjoy!
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Nice Day for a White Ribbon
It’s Week 1 of your July Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month’s read, “Meet Me at the Lake” by Carley Fortune.
Jon feels bad he thought summer camps were for kids whose parents didn’t like them. Sarah talks camping, big pop-up tent mishaps, and drill team camp. Do safety words really work? And much more. Enjoy!
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What’s in your Kindle?
It’s week 5 of your June Book Lisp - and it’s a bonus Monday!
Jon & Sarah compare their “suggested reading” lists on kindle. One reads like a Hallmark movie list, one does not (guess who?!). Jon discusses the Jeremy Renner Memoir, one of Sarah’s favorite authors might be projecting too much, and more. Enjoy this fun episode!
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“A Beautiful Couple” Full Discussion
It’s week 4 of your June Book Lisp, which means it’s time to dive into our thoughts on this month’s page turner: “A Beautiful Couple” by Leslie Wolfe.
Jon & Sarah discuss how they feel about the unexpected twists. Sarah points out a brilliant way the author told us Amanda’s plan (without telling us Amanda’s plan), Jon has strong feelings about Paul & his speeches, and both Jon & Sarah wonder if Amanda hit the gas a little too hard when someone asked for help.
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Does This Wife Make Me Look Better?
It’s week 3 of your June Book Lisp. As always, no book spoilers until week 4, so Jon & Sarah talk about topics inspired by this month’s read: “A Beautiful Couple” by Leslie Wolfe.
Jon & Sarah discuss how Charity events might need breathalyzers, how late Seahawks owner Paul Allen kept his team safe from themselves after a big party, why some people think being married helps their “image,” & much more.
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