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Welcome to TALK WORDY, where bestselling romance and fantasy author, Sydney Applegate, dives into the wonderfully chaotic world of books, TV, movies, and writing—with a healthy dose of humor and the occasional personal overshare. Whether you're a fellow word nerd or just here for the hot takes and plot twists, you're in the right place, so settle in as I talk wordy to you *wink*
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S2E27 summer break heartbreak - feat. stacey rhoades
Hey party people! Back at again with another episode, this time featuring the wonderful Stacey Rhoades! Her and I seriously hit it off back in February at Love Lit and I'm so giddy to FINALLY share…
S2E26 career pivots and kissing books - feat. joss richard
Hey y'all! There's been a few incredible moments in my podcasting journey where I think to myself "no way is this person actually sitting across from me and giving me the time of day"...and THIS was…
S2E25 get your tissues ready - feat. kathryn basham
Hey party people! Today's episode is one I've been giddy about for a while, as it celebrates the book release of a sweet friend of mine, Kathryn Basham. And while I'm beyond happy for her…
S2E24 pov you hit the new york times bestseller list - feat. cb lee
Hey y'all! Happy pride month, happy June, and happy SUMMER BREAK!!! Kicking off the new month with an interview I did with NYT bestselling author CB Lee back in February that covers all things cozy…
S2E23 doctor's orders: more pop culture fun in books - feat. mona shroff
Hey y'all! Back at it again with another episode I recorded back in February at LoveLit Con, this time with romance author Mona Shroff! This episode mixes in our mutual love of pop culture…
S2E22 the perfect recipe for romance - feat. laney hatcher
Hey y'all! Today's episode, I got to sit down with author Laney Hatcher to talk about her new book which is out TODAY! Her book vibes include swoony small town, cozy baking, and all things aesthetic…
S2E21 a love letter to the off campus tv adaptation
Hey y'all! Back in the studio with my solo setup for a 30+ minute long yap session about my love and adoration for season one of OFF CAMPUS. As a lover of the books, this adaptation captured my…
S2E20 the richness of young adult romance - feat. eva de lauriers
Hey y'all! Today's episode is one that is so near and dear to my heart. Happy release day--both this episode and her book--to the incredible Eva De Lauriers. Together, we chat about the depth of…
S2E19 writing paths & rockstar romance - feat. cassidy ann
Hey y'all! I had the pleasure of sitting down with one of my writing group (HOT GIRLS WHO WRITE) pals, Cassidy Ann, to chat about her author journey as well as her debut novel, THE PRESS TOUR. She…
S2E18 a therapist's view on contemporary romance - feat. amari nylix
Hey y'all! This episode's a good one that spotlights romance author Amari Nylix (who is genuinely one of the sweetest guests to date)! It's chock full of insight, neurodiversity representation, and…
S2E17 dark romance fit for the softies - feat. victoria lum
Hey y'all! Welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy. Today, I'm reliving my chat with bestselling author Victoria Lum from back in February. Tune in to learn all about her approach to dark…
S2E16 ranking the star wars movies
Hey y'all! Happy belated May the Fourth and happy Revenge of the Fifth! The Star Wars nerd in me finally broke free, took hold of the mic, and insisted on hosting a SOLO (pun intended) episode. Join…
S2E15 happily ever afters and disney vacations - feat. melissa baldwin
Hey y'all! Today's episode of Talk Wordy rewinds back to lovelit con in February where I got to sat down and chat with USA Today Bestselling Author, Melissa Baldwin, about her author journey, her…
S2E14 love is an open door (romance book) - feat. madi danielle
Hey y'all, welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy! Today's episode, I got to chat with Madi Danielle all about her writing world in the realm of sports and cowboy romance as well as her…
I met the dancing with the stars cast!!!
BACK ON THE MIC SOLO for this episode chatting all about my vip perfect 10 experience at the Dancing With The Stars tour stop in Irving! You guys, this was my super bowl, and I'm both so overwhelmed…
S2E12 genre blending and debut dreams coming true - feat. taylor epperson
Hey everybody! Today's episode of Talk Wordy is one that I've been giddy about for quite some time, as I got to sit down and chat with Taylor Epperson! Her debut, SECOND TIME'S A CHARM, which is a…
S2E11 grown up book fairs and fools in love - feat. rachel lewis
Hey y'all! Today's episode of Talk Wordy is one I've been so hyped about for so long and one of my longest to date (and that's what happen when you put two yappers together!). Meet Rachel Lewis:…
S2E10 adult summer camp? sign me up! - feat. k.l. parsons
Hey y'all! For today's episode, I got to sit down with K.L. Parsons to talk about all things summer camp nostalgia and her newest romance release, CAPTURE MY FLAG, which is out now. She's such a…
S2E9 your new bookish emotional support lady - feat. allison raskin
Hey y'all! Welcome or welcome back to another episode of Talk Wordy with today's guest, Allison Raskin! As a member of my personal YouTuber Pantheon and now turned romcom writer, I had a blast…
S2E8 love is a drug - feat. alyssa burns
Hey y'all! Thanks for tuning in to a very special author interview, where I had the pleasure of chatting with Alyssa Burns about her debut novel, THE LAST SPECIAL THING. Why is this so special, you…
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