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BookTok Made Me Podcast

BookTok Made Me Podcast

Bridget, Caitlin, Hilda · Hilda Benard

176 episodesENExplicit

Show overview

BookTok Made Me Podcast has been publishing since 2022, and across the 4 years since has built a catalogue of 176 episodes, alongside 7 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 200 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.

Episodes typically run an hour to ninety minutes — most land between 57 min and 1h 16m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. The publisher flags most episodes as explicit, so expect adult themes or strong language throughout. It is catalogued as a EN-language Arts show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 1 weeks ago, with 12 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Hilda Benard.

Episodes
176
Running
2022–2026 · 4y
Median length
1h 6m
Cadence
Weekly

From the publisher

Hey, book lovers! If you're like us and can't get enough of the latest book recommendations from BookTok, then you're going to love our podcast, Booktok Made Me. Join us as we dish on all the steamy romances, thrilling adventures, and everything in between that BookTok is raving about. Our hilarious hosts bring a fresh perspective and engaging discussions to the table, making each episode a must-listen. Whether you're a seasoned reader or just starting to explore the world of literature, we've got you covered. So, grab your favorite drink, cozy up, and tune in for our biweekly episodes. Don't forget to hit subscribe so you don't miss out on any of the latest book buzz!

Latest Episodes

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Cinder Vale Part 2 - Sins of the Zodiac 3

May 6, 202655 min

Cinder Vale Part 1 - Sins of the Zodiac 3

Apr 29, 202651 min

Ep 167The Knight and the Moth Part 2 - The Stonewater Kingdom 1

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Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda wrap up their coverage of "The Knight and the Moth," book 1 in Rachel Gillig's The Stonewater Kingdom series. Led by the trio's own Bartholomew, your book besties are going to tell you all their thoughts about this incredible book ... which means there will be SPOILERS! So listen now if you're ready to hear about it. Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Apr 9, 20261h 11m

Ep 166The Knight and the Moth Part 1 - The Stonewater Kingdom 1

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Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda cover part 1 of "The Knight and the Moth," book 1 in Rachel Gillig's The Stonewater Kingdom series. Right off the bat, you must know that they liked it. A lot. Like a lot alot. So listen now to find out why. Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Apr 2, 20261h 3m

Ep 165Hollow Part 2 - Crown of Hearts and Chaos 1

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Bridget, Caitlin, and HIlda wrap up part 2 of "Hollow," book 1 in Caroline Peckham and Suzanne Valenti's Crown of Hearts & Chaos series. And here's the truth: They recorded this episode like 3 weeks ago, and now Hilda can't remember what happened in the episode or the book, so she's just rawdogging this summary and going to listen to the episode right now to find out what happens. And you should too. Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Mar 25, 202650 min

BONUS: We Need to Talk about SJM on Call Her Daddy

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SPOILERS * SPOILERS * SPOILERS * SPOILERS * SPOILERS If you have not read every single book series written by Sarah J. Maas - which includes Throne of Glass, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and Crescent City, then why are you here? Don't listen to this episode, because there will be spoilers, and we don't want you to get mad at us. So if you're still here, listen to our thoughts on SJM's episode on Call Her Daddy. Because we are getting NEW ACOTAR books and you know we have thoughts about it. Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Mar 11, 202621 min

Ep 164Hollow Part 1 - Crown of Hearts & Chaos 1

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Bridget, Caitlin, and HIlda are covering part 1 of "Hollow," book 1 in Caroline Peckham and Suzanne Valenti's Crown of Hearts & Chaos series. So far, it's everything you expect from the Twister Sisters: A feisty heroine; a hot, brooding morally gray MMC; a slow burn building plenty of tension; and lots of inner monologue. So far, our hosts are hooked so you should join them in reading and listening. Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Mar 4, 202641 min

Ep 163Between Two Kings Part 2 - Split or Swallow 2

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Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda wrap up their coverage of "Between Two Kings," book 2 in Lindsay Straube's Split or Swallow series. Now, they've always said this story was outrageous and unexpected -- and nothing is more unexpected than that ending. And apparently, the third book is a prequel and NOT a follow up to book 2! So ... how did you all feel about that ending, because you know our fave book besties are going to give you their thoughts. Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Feb 18, 202656 min

Ep 162Between Two Kings Part 1 - Split or Swallow 2

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Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda are back with part 1 of "Between Two Kings" book 2 in Lindsay Straube's Split or Swallow series. And if you read book 1 (or listened to the episode) then you know how outrageous this series is, and this book does NOT disappoint. Like we're sure there's a plot we're supposed to care about, but the basilisks have entered mating season which means Tem is indulging her basilisk nature. Anyways, listen now for thoughts on part 1. Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Feb 11, 202652 min

Ep 161Kiss of the Basilisk AKA Split or Swallow by Lindsay Straube

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Hello, Friends! Before we dive into "Between Two Kings," the second novel in Lindsay Straube's Split or Swallow series, we thought we'd rerelease our episode on Split or Swallow so you know what's going on. Enjoy! Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Feb 4, 20261h 0m

Ep 160Tender Cruelty - Dark Olympus 9

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Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda discuss "Tender Cruelty," book 9 in Katee Robert's Dark Olympus series. Longtime listeners know Hilda's feelings on this series, but what do Bridget and Caitlin think? Did this book live up to what they were hoping for? Well, listen now and find out. Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Jan 22, 202653 min

Ep 159Brimstone Part 2 - Fae & Alchemy 2

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Is it too late to say Happy New Year?! Well, your girls are finally back to finish their discussion on "Brimstone," book 2 in Callie Hart's Fae & Alchemy series. That's right -- Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda finally got it together so they can tell you what they THINK happened in this book, because let's be honest, there's a lot going on. It's not bad, just a lot. But don't worry, Carrion is still around enough to make it worthwhile. Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Jan 14, 202645 min

Ep 158Brimstone Part 1 - Fae & Alchemy 2

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Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda are finally back with part 1 of "Brimstone," book 2 in Callie Hart's Fae & Alchemy series. Although they're still not done reading, so far the consensus is that they like this book more than book 1. Also, Carrion Swift continues to be the best thing about this series. Are they wrong about that? Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Dec 17, 202546 min

Ep 157Mate by Ali Hazelwood

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Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda discuss "Mate," by Ali Hazelwood, the follow-up to her hit novel "Bride." If you didn't know, they all love Ali's witty and humorous style of writing ... but was it enough to make them love this book? You'll have to listen to find out. Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Nov 19, 202559 min

Ep 156Re-Release of Bride by Ali Hazelwood

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Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda continue their spooky season coverage and discuss "Bride" by Ali Hazelwood. Okay, so it's not really scary, but it has vampyres, werewolves, and the forced marriage trope will get your pulse racing. Plus, did someone say knotting? Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Nov 12, 20251h 7m

Ep 155Anathema Part 2 - The Eating Woods 2

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Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda wrap up "Anathema," book 1 in Keri Lake's Eating Woods duology. Listen now for all their thoughts and feelings and whether or not they think you should read this even though Spooky Season has come to an end. Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Nov 5, 20251h 13m

Ep 154Anathema Part 1 - The Eating Woods 1

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It's Spooky Season, and Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda are covering part 1 of "Anathema," book 1 in Keri Lake's The Eating Woods duology. Now readers and listeners beware: This is DARK material and not just scary, so please review the trigger warnings list. So with that all covered, tune in to listen to our favorite unhinged hosts going off on tangents and butchering words as they try to tell you all about this Gothic horror story. Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Oct 29, 20251h 7m

Ep 153Quicksilver Part 2 - Fae & Alchemy 1

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Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda are back to wrap up "Quicksilver," book 1 in Callie Hart's Fae & Alchemy series. And we can't say this enough: They downplayed the steaminess of the first hook-up, which was insanely hot. And it gets hotter pretty quickly. Absolutely 4 out of 5 chili peppers. But what about the other plot elements? Well you'll have to listen to get the rest of their thoughts and final ratings. Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Oct 16, 20251h 17m

Ep 152Quicksilver Part 1 - Fae & Alchemy 1

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Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda are finally getting around to covering "Quicksilver," book 1 in Callie Hart's Fae & Alchemy series. And since book 2 "Brimstone," comes out November 18, now is the perfect time to listen and refresh your memory on what the book is about, and whether or not Kingfisher should be on your book boyfriend list. Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Oct 8, 20251h 2m

Ep 151Kingdom of Ash Part 4 - TOG 7

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Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda FINALLY wrap up "Kingdom of Ash," the seventh and final book in Sarah J. Maas' Throne of Glass series. And there are tears, and rants, and laughs but mostly tears because this is the EPIC conclusion to a much-beloved series. Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Sep 24, 20251h 18m
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