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Overdue is a podcast about the books you've been meaning to read. Join Andrew and Craig each week as they tackle a new title from their backlog. Classic literature, obscure plays, goofy childen’s books: they'll read it all, one overdue book at a time.
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Aug 4, 2025 • 1h 23min
Ep 714 - Jaws, by Peter Benchley
The first blockbuster movie started with a blockbuster book about a fish busting up blocks in a small seaside town. Anyone familiar with Steven Spielberg's movie will recognize the basic plot of Benchley's original novel Jaws -- there's just a lot more chum in the water.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 28, 2025 • 54min
Ep 713 - Bonjour Tristesse, by Françoise Sagan
The hosts dive into Françoise Sagan's 'Bonjour Tristesse', exploring its scandalous themes and societal challenges of the 1950s. They unfold the complexities of the characters' relationships, plus the protagonist's emotional struggles with love and jealousy. Sagan's unconventional life and her impact on literature are uncovered, alongside discussions on censorship and translation. With humor, they mix literary analysis with modern marketing strategies, making connections between past and present. Nostalgia and personal growth feature prominently in this captivating conversation.

Jul 21, 2025 • 1h 16min
Ep 712 - The Trial, by Franz Kafka
Dive into the absurd world of Kafka's 'The Trial,' where protagonist Josef K. navigates a perplexing legal nightmare. The speakers humorously untangle bureaucracy, revealing Kafka's insights into alienation and existential dread. They explore the challenges of translating his work, highlighting its enduring relevance today. Personal anecdotes add lightness as they discuss modern stressors and reflect on cultural anxieties. Expect playful banter and clever insights, making Kafka’s complexities accessible and entertaining.

Jul 18, 2025 • 58min
Sit Me Baby One More Time Ep 01 - Kristy's Great Idea (The Baby-Sitters Club #1)
We have convened a club whose charter is to learn about The Baby-Sitters Club. Join us as we met the Club's founding members and learn about Kristy's mortal enemy: her mom's new boyfriend.These episodes posted first for our Patreon supporters! If you want to hear the rest of them ahead of time (and a bunch of other stuff besides), visit Patreon.com/overduepod.Here's the full Sit Me Baby One More Time reading list:Kristy's Great IdeaClaudia and the Phantom Phone CallsThe Truth about StaceyMary Anne Saves the DayDawn and the Impossible ThreeHello, MalloryJessi's Secret LanguageWelcome to the BSC, AbbySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 14, 2025 • 1h 5min
Ep 711 - Upright Women Wanted, by Sarah Gailey
Gay anti-fascist librarians roam a speculative future version of the western United States in this week's novella. It's pretty close to as cool as it sounds, though the book will probably leave you wanting more in the end.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/overdue and get on your way to being your best self.Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Follow @overduepod on Instagram and BlueskyAdvertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Jul 11, 2025 • 57min
The Sillymarillion Episode 0 - J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Silmarillion, an Introduction
Dive into the epic realms of Middle-Earth as the hosts embark on an exploration of J.R.R. Tolkien's literary treasure, The Silmarillion. They discuss its intriguing creation process, particularly Christopher Tolkien’s role in shaping the mythos. Expect humor interwoven with deep insights into world-building and the complexities of Tolkien's narratives. The duo prepares listeners for a journey through its rich themes and characters, all while reflecting on Tolkien's profound legacy and the challenges of adapting his intricate work.

Jul 7, 2025 • 1h 11min
Ep 710 - A Boy's Own Story, by Edmund White
The late Edmund White’s breakthrough 1982 novel is the first in a trilogy of autobiographical novels that depict key eras in his life as a gay man. A Boy’s Own Story is, as you might expect, about a boy - a boy whose longing for the men in his life leads to powerful (though perhaps not entirely positive) self-understanding.This episode is sponsored by Squarespace. Go to squarespace.com/overdue for 10% of your first purchase of a website or domain.Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Follow @overduepod on Instagram and BlueskyAdvertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 30, 2025 • 1h 24min
Ep 709 - The Complete Peanuts, by Charles Schulz
Good grief! It's time to talk about Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, Lucy - the whole gang. To give ourselves a solid cross-section of Charles Schulz's work on Peanuts, we read Volume 1 (1950-52) and Volume 10 (1969-70) of the Complete Peanuts collection. So we're able to track the evolution of Charlie Brown's pumpkin noggin, as well as Snoopy's ability to walk, think, and dance. We get our laughs!Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Follow @overduepod on Instagram and BlueskyAdvertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 23, 2025 • 1h 33min
Ep 708 - American Psycho, by Bret Easton Ellis (w/ Too Scary, Didn't Watch!)
We’re joined by Sammy and Emily of the TOO SCARY, DIDN’T WATCH horror movie podcast this week to talk about Bret Easton Ellis’ American Psycho. None of us had an amazing time with this read, partly because the book seems to revel in its extreme violence and misogyny. But be sure to tune in to TSDW later this week to hear what we all thought about the Christian Bale-led movie adaptation!For more from Too Scary, Didn’t Watch:Website: https://www.tooscarydidntwatch.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/too-scary-didnt-watch/id1476552025Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/528s8w9v4MKG55ZyQXHj9gOur theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Follow @overduepod on Instagram and BlueskyAdvertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 16, 2025 • 1h 8min
Ep 707 - Stone Butch Blues, by Leslie Feinberg
Leslie Feinberg’s debut novel is an intersectional bildungsroman about Jess Goldberg, a butch lesbian navigating the constellation of oppression that was the United States in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. It’s an overtly political novel, and it argues that a certain level of bleak hope may be necessary for survival. This cold comfort is balanced, however, with Feinberg’s tender depictions of chosen families able to endure for decades.This episode is sponsored by Squarespace. Go to squarespace.com/overdue for 10% of your first purchase of a website or domain.Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Follow @overduepod on Instagram and BlueskyAdvertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.