My Best Friend’s Book Club

S6 | E2: Sexting in hibernation | My Year of Rest and Relaxation p.53-117

Hibernation continues, but this time, our hibernation girl’s body is rebelling. Rest is no longer an option as she finds herself doing things against her will — sexting, going out for food, booking spa appointments, even getting her hair cut. Will she manage to pull herself together in time for her best friend’s mother’s funeral? We’ll find out next week!
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Not a reader? No problem. We summarize each week’s reading so you can listen and keep up with the story. Want to read along? Our Reader Calendar is pinned to our socials. We’re a low-pressure book club—because life is already doing the most.
>> Next book & pages: p.117-179  | My Year of Rest and Relaxation, by Ottessa Moshfegh

S6 | E1: Poop, Pills & Pajamas | My Year of Rest and Relaxation | p.1-53

We recap and discuss the opening chapters of My Year of Rest and Relaxation, exploring the central question of whether a year of rest is truly healthy—and, if so, whether pill-popping is the right way to go about it. We’d be remiss not to mention that the early pages also feature poop, taxidermied dogs, world-class jizz paintings, and death.
Follow us, tap that 5-star like you’ve just made an appointment to see your Dr. Tuttle, hit us up on social (IG & TikTok), or at mybfbookclub@gmail.com
Not a reader? No problem. We summarize each week’s reading so you can listen and keep up with the story. Want to read along? Our Reader Calendar is pinned to our socials. We’re a low-pressure book club—because life is already doing the most.
>> Next pages: p.53-117 | My Year of Rest and Relaxation, by Ottessa Moshfegh

BONUS: The Housemaid, Movie vs. Book

Before you dive into this episode, check out Season 4, The Housemaid, where we break down the book. Then, go see the movie. :D And only then, check out this episode. Or, if you don’t care about any of that - listen now.Follow us, tap that 5-star like reading and watching movies is a privilege (if ya know, ya know), hit us up on social (IG & TikTok), or at mybfbookclub@gmail.com
>> Next book & pages: p.1-53 | My Year of Rest and Relaxation, by Ottessa Moshfegh  
About us: Non-readers, we summarize what we read each week so you can still listen and follow along with the narrative. Readers, if you wish to read with us each week, see our Reader Calendar (pinned to our socials). We’re a low pressure book club because life is hard enough.

BONUS: Incredibly Jolly | Holiday Special

Warning: This episode is not suitable for children. Please do not listen where children can hear - or do if you’d like. :D Join us for some more holiday games, follow us on your fav podcast streaming platform, tap that 5-star like you’re also named Titty the Elf, hit us up on social (IG & TikTok), or at mybfbookclub@gmail.com
>> Next book & pages: p.1-53 | My Year of Rest and Relaxation, by Ottessa Moshfegh  - BUT - before that, we went to see The Housemaid and have a book to movie comparison episode for you. Stay tuned and happiest of holiday!  
About us: Non-readers, we summarize what we read each week so you can still listen and follow along with the narrative. Readers, if you wish to read with us each week, see our Reader Calendar (pinned to our socials). We’re a low pressure book club because life is hard enough.

S5 | E3: Interview with author, Giovanna Silvestre | Confused Girl

Author Giovanna Silvestre joins us to discuss her book, dive into themes, chat through lingering questions, and more! 
Follow us, tap that 5-star like you’ve just hit “buy now” on Giovanna’s book, connect with us on social (IG & TikTok), or at mybfbookclub@gmail.com
Non-readers, we summarize what we read each week so you can still listen and follow along with the narrative. Readers, if you wish to read with us each week, see our Reader Calendar (pinned to our socials). We’re a low pressure book club because life is hard enough.
>> Next book & pages: p.1-53 | My Year of Rest and Relaxation, by Ottessa Moshfegh

S5 | E2: Who confused? We confused. | p.130-END | Confused Girl

Next week, author Giovanna joins the podcast on Thursday, Dec. 18—tune in! Notable mention from the episode: flower ceiling room design by Claire.
Follow us, tap that 5-star like you’re the most confused ever, hit us up on social (IG & TikTok), or at mybfbookclub@gmail.com
 
Non-readers, we summarize what we read each week so you can still listen and follow along with the narrative. Readers, if you wish to read with us each week, see our Reader Calendar (pinned to our socials). We’re a low pressure book club because life is hard enough.
>> Next book & pages: p.1-53 | My Year of Rest and Relaxation, by Ottessa Moshfegh

S5 | E1: Girls got a formula that I don’t have | p.1-130 | Confused Girl

Author Giovanna joins the podcast on Thursday, Dec. 18—tune in!
Follow us, tap that 5-star like it’s an affirmation in the mirror, hit us up on social (IG & TikTok), or at mybfbookclub@gmail.com
 
Non-readers, we summarize what we read each week so you can still listen and follow along with the narrative. Readers, if you wish to read with us each week, see our Reader Calendar (pinned to our socials). We’re a low pressure book club because life is hard enough.
Amy Schumer, “I’m sorry” skit - mentioned in this episode! Ladies, watch it! 
>> Next pages: p.130-END | Confused Girl, by Giovanna Silvestre (@confusedgirlla on IG and TikTok)

BONUS: Thanksgiving "Would You Rather"

We're incredibly grateful for you listeners and book clubbers! Join us for a game of "Would You Rather" - Thanksgiving edition - and find out what we think the other is grateful for during this holiday season. 
 
Follow us, tap that 5-star like Morgan Freeman is narrating your inner thoughts during Thanksgiving dinner, hit us up on social (IG & TikTok), or at mybfbookclub@gmail.com
 
Non-readers, we summarize what we read each week so you can still listen and follow along with the narrative. Readers, if you wish to read with us each week, see our Reader Calendar (pinned to our socials). We’re a low pressure book club because life is hard enough.
 
>> Next book & pages: p.1-130 | Confused Girl, by Giovanna Silvestre (@confusedgirlla on IG and TikTok)*We’re excited to have Giovanna on the podcast soon! See our social for dates.

S4 | E7: Thanks for letting me set you up | p.303-END | The Housemaid

We read books so you don’t have to. Join the book club, podcast, and conversation. We promise to make you laugh at least once. :) Follow us, tap that 5-star like we all still want sexy Enzo, hit us up on social (IG & TikTok), or at mybfbookclub@gmail.com
Non-readers, we summarize what we read each week so you can still listen and follow along with the narrative. Readers, if you wish to read with us each week, see our Reader Calendar (pinned to our socials). We’re a low pressure book club because life is hard enough.
Link to Between Two Kingdoms (Yana's 5-star book rec).
>> Next book & pages: p.1-130 | Confused Girl, by Giovanna Silvestre (@confusedgirlla on IG and TikTok)*We’re excited to have Giovanna on the podcast soon! See our social for dates.

S4 | E6: Get the pliers. Pull your tooth out. | p.250-303 | The Housemaid

We read books so you don’t have to. Join the book club, podcast, and conversation. We promise to make you laugh at least once. :) Follow us, tap that 5-star like it’s Andy pulling his teeth out, hit us up on social (IG & TikTok), or at mybfbookclub@gmail.com
 
Non-readers, we summarize what we read each week so you can still listen and follow along with the narrative. Readers, if you wish to read with us each week, see our Reader Calendar (pinned to our socials). We’re a low pressure book club because life is hard enough.
 
Next pages to read: p.303-END | The Housemaid
>> Next book & pages: p.1-130 | Confused Girl, by Giovanna Silvestre*We’re excited to have Giovanna on the podcast soon! See our social for dates.