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Jolenta Greenberg
Comedian & pop culture critic Jolenta Greenberg has a theory: reality TV isn’t ruining culture - it is culture. Join her and a cast of sharp, funny guests as they dig into the details behind the drama and unpack why we can’t get enough of those iconic scenes and unforgettable characters. This is the place for highbrow conversations about “lowbrow” TV.All seasons By the Book & How to Be Fine are also in this feed. To hear back episodes, just scroll down!
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Aug 30, 2018 • 48min
The 4-Hour Workweek
The ladies try to achieve the ultimate work/life balance with Tim Ferriss’s bestseller, The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich.We love hearing from you! Reach out at 419-869-BOOK; email us at bythebook@panoply.fm; Tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, @bythebookpod; and follow us on Instagram @jolenta_g, @k10meinzer, @bythebookpod. And if you haven't already, please join our By The Book Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/116407428966900/?source_id=475465442806687Also be sure to check out our website, created by the great Cameron, here:https://www.bythebook.panoply.fm/For tickets to our upcoming live show in New York, click here: https://thepit-nyc.secure.force.com/ticket/#sections_a0F1I000004osgLUAQ And huge thanks to this week's sponsors:Care/of, who delivers vitamins right to your door in personalized, easy-to-remember daily packs – perfect for a busy on-the-go lifestyle. For 25% off your first month of personalized care/of vitamins, visit takecareof.com and enter promo code BYTHEBOOKQuip, the electric toothbrush that’s a fraction of the cost of bulkier brushes — while still packing just the right amount of vibrations to help clean your teeth. Quip starts at just $25, and if you go to getquip.com/bythebook right now, you’ll get your first refill pack free with a Quip electric toothbrush. Sun Basket, the meal kit that makes it easy and convenient to cook healthy, delicious meals at home—no matter how much experience you have in the kitchen. Go to sunbasket.com/bythebook today to learn more and get $35 off your first order.
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Aug 23, 2018 • 34min
Epilogue: The Curated Closet
The ladies talk more about The Curated Closet, get style tips from listeners, and announce next week's book! We love hearing from you! Reach out at 419-869-BOOK; email us at bythebook@panoply.fm; Tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, @bythebookpod; and follow us on Instagram @jolenta_g, @k10meinzer, @bythebookpod. And if you haven't already, please join our By The Book Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/116407428966900/?source_id=475465442806687Also be sure to check out our website, created by the great Cameron, here:https://www.bythebook.panoply.fm/And huge thanks to this week's sponsors:Grove Collaborative, an ecommerce company that provides eco-friendly and non-toxic home and personal care products that are safe for the family and the household. For a limited time, our listeners who sign up get an amazing 30-dollar gift set, a free 60-day VIP membership, and a bonus gift just for you when you sign up and place an order of 20 dollars or more. Go to grove.co/bythebook Revolution Math, who offers online classes with math games designed to heighten your child's skills in time for the new school year. Enroll your student today to get your first month of classes for only $19 at revolutionmath.com/bythebook
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Aug 16, 2018 • 48min
The Curated Closet
The ladies tackle their most stylish challenge yet with The Curated Closet: A Simple System for Discovering Your Personal Style and Building Your Dream Wardrobe, by Anuschka Rees. They choose colors, patterns, and styles that make their personalities pop - and ditch the rest. We love hearing from you! Reach out at 419-869-BOOK; email us at bythebook@panoply.fm; Tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, @bythebookpod; and follow us on Instagram @jolenta_g, @k10meinzer, @bythebookpod. And if you haven't already, please join our By The Book Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/116407428966900/?source_id=475465442806687Also be sure to check out our website, created by the great Cameron, here:https://www.bythebook.panoply.fm/And huge thanks to this week's sponsors:ZipRecruiter, a place where growing businesses connect to qualified candidates. Try ZipRecruiter for free at ziprecruiter.com/bythebookPhlur, creator of sustainably crafted, award-winning perfumes—delivered with transparency at an honest price. Go to phlur.com today and use promo code BYTHEBOOK to get 20% off your custom Phlur sample set. Wander Beauty, a line of multitasking beauty essentials that are easy to use and travel-friendly—for foolproof beauty whenever, wherever! Get 20% off your purchase at wanderbeauty.com/bythebookRXBar, protein bars that are made with 100% whole ingredients. For 25% off your first order, visit rxbar.com/bythebook and enter promo code BYTHEBOOK at checkout.
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Aug 9, 2018 • 34min
Epilogue: A Girl's Guide to Joining the Resistance
Jolenta and Kristen revisit A Girl's Guide to Joining the Resistance and answer questions about feminism in high school, trans inclusion, and much, much more. Plus, they announce next week's book! We love hearing from you! Reach out at 419-869-BOOK; email us at bythebook@panoply.fm; Tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, @bythebookpod; and follow us on Instagram @jolenta_g, @k10meinzer, @bythebookpod. And if you haven't already, please join our By The Book Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/116407428966900/?source_id=475465442806687Also be sure to check out our website, created by the great Cameron, here:https://www.bythebook.panoply.fm/And huge thanks to this week's sponsors:Casper, a sleep brand that makes expertly designed products to help you get your best rest, one night at a time. Get 50 dollars toward select mattresses by visiting Casper.com/bythebook and using BYTHEBOOK at checkout.Revolution Math, which offers online classes with math games designed to heighten your child's skills in time for the new school year. Enroll your student today to get your first month of classes for only $19 at revolutionmath.com/bythebook
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Aug 2, 2018 • 43min
A Girl's Guide to Joining the Resistance
Kristen and Jolenta stand up for what they believe in with help from A Girl's Guide to Joining the Resistance: A Feminist Handbook on Fighting for Good, by Emma Gray. Along the way, they talk to friends, neighbors, and their husbands about what they can do to make the world a better place. We love hearing from you! Reach out at 419-869-BOOK; email us at bythebook@panoply.fm; Tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, @bythebookpod; and follow us on Instagram @jolenta_g, @k10meinzer, @bythebookpod. And if you haven't already, please join our By The Book Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/116407428966900/?source_id=475465442806687Also be sure to check out our website, created by the great Cameron, here:https://www.bythebook.panoply.fm/And huge thanks to this week's sponsors:Quip, an electric toothbrush that’s a fraction of the cost of bulkier brushes — while still packing just the right amount of vibrations to help clean your teeth. If you go to getquip.com/bythebook right now, you’ll get your first refill pack free with a Quip electric toothbrush.Target, the store that has back to school covered with everything your kids need to play hard and slay hard. Deck your kids out in denim, Monday through Friday, with jeans starting at $8. And check everything off your back to school list with Crayola, up&up and Elmer’s school supplies starting at only .50 cents.Sun basket, whose meal kits always make it easy and convenient to cook healthy, delicious meals at home—no matter how much experience you have in the kitchen. Go to sunbasket.com/bythebook today to learn more and get $35 off your first order.
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Jul 26, 2018 • 29min
Epilogue: The Nature Fix
The ladies answer listener mail about The Nature Fix, talk to Cameron about his new plant, and announce next week's book!We love hearing from you! Reach out at 419-869-BOOK; email us at bythebook@panoply.fm; Tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, @bythebookpod; and follow us on Instagram @jolenta_g, @k10meinzer, @bythebookpod. And if you haven't already, please join our By The Book Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/116407428966900/?source_id=475465442806687Also be sure to check out our website, created by the great Cameron, here:https://www.bythebook.panoply.fm/And huge thanks to this week's sponsors:Target, the place that has Back to School covered with everything your kids need on their first day and every day.ModCloth, the fun, friendly spot for style that’s as expressive and unique as you! To get 15% off your purchase of $100 dollars or more, go to modcloth.com and enter code BYTHEBOOK at checkout.Hurry, this offer expires on October 10th, 2018!
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Jul 19, 2018 • 45min
The Nature Fix
The ladies try to tap into the healing power of the outdoors with Florence Williams's The Nature Fix: Why nature makes us happier, healthier, and more creative. We love hearing from you! Reach out at 419-869-BOOK; email us at bythebook@panoply.fm; Tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, @bythebookpod; and follow us on Instagram @jolenta_g, @k10meinzer, @bythebookpod. And if you haven't already, please join our By The Book Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/116407428966900/?source_id=475465442806687Also be sure to check out our website, created by the great Cameron, here:https://www.bythebook.panoply.fm/And huge thanks to this week's sponsors:From the Corner of the Oval, a memoir by Beck Dorey-Stein Phlur, creator sustainably crafted, award-winning perfumes—delivered with transparency at an honest price. Go to phlur.com today and use promo code BYTHEBOOK to get 20% off your custom Phlur sample set.Quip, the electric toothbrush that’s a fraction of the cost of bulkier brushes — while still packing just the right amount of vibrations to help clean your teeth. Go to getquip.com/bythebook to get your first refill pack free with a quip electric toothbrush. Wander Beauty, a line of multitasking beauty essentials that are easy to use and travel-friendly. Get 20% off your purchase at wanderbeauty.com/bythebookTarget, the place to check everything off your back to school list with Crayola, up&up and Elmer’s school supplies starting at only .50 cents. Shop Target’s best Back to School prices all season long.
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Jul 12, 2018 • 26min
Epilogue: Presence
Kristen dials in from New Zealand to talk more about Presence. Plus, the ladies announce next week's book! We love hearing from you! Reach out at 419-869-BOOK; email us at bythebook@panoply.fm; Tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, @bythebookpod; and follow us on Instagram @jolenta_g, @k10meinzer, @bythebookpod. And if you haven't already, please join our By The Book Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/116407428966900/?source_id=475465442806687Also be sure to check out our website, created by the great Cameron, here:https://www.bythebook.panoply.fm/And huge thanks to this week's sponsors:Grove Collaborative, an ecommerce company that provides eco-friendly and non-toxic home and personal care products. You can get an amazing 30-dollar Mrs. Meyers gift set, a free 60-day VIP membership, and a bonus gift when you sign up and place an order of 20-dollars or more at grove.co/bythebookTarget, who has back to school covered with everything your kids need to play hard and slay hard. Deck your kids out in denim, Monday through Friday, with jeans starting at $8. And check everything off your back to school list with Crayola, up&up, and Elmer’s school supplies starting at only .50 cents.
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Jul 5, 2018 • 42min
Presence
Kristen and Jolenta try to power pose their way to a better life with Amy Cuddy's Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges. Will standing like Wonder Woman boost their confidence and vanquish their inner imposters? Listen to find out!We love hearing from you! Reach out at 419-869-BOOK; email us at bythebook@panoply.fm; Tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, @bythebookpod; and follow us on Instagram @jolenta_g, @k10meinzer, @bythebookpod. And if you haven't already, please join our By The Book Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/116407428966900/?source_id=475465442806687Also be sure to check out our website, created by the great Cameron, here:https://www.bythebook.panoply.fm/And huge thanks to this week's sponsors:ZipRecruiter, a place where growing businesses connect to qualified candidates. Try ZipRecruiter for free by going to ziprecruiter.com/bythebookWander Beauty, a line of multitasking beauty essentials that are easy to use and travel-friendly. Get 20% off your purchase at wanderbeauty.com/bythebook
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Jun 28, 2018 • 27min
Epilogue: Zero Waste Home
Jolenta and Kristen discuss some very good points listeners brought up about Zero Waste Home. Plus, they announce next week's book!We love hearing from you! Reach out at 419-869-BOOK; email us at bythebook@panoply.fm; Tweet us @jolentag, @kristenmeinzer, @bythebookpod; and follow us on Instagram @jolenta_g, @k10meinzer, @bythebookpod. And if you haven't already, please join our By The Book Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/116407428966900/?source_id=475465442806687Also be sure to check out our website, created by the great Cameron, here:https://www.bythebook.panoply.fm/And huge thanks to this week's sponsors:Fabletics, the company co-founded by Kate Hudson that offers premium activewear at a great value. Go to fabletics.com/bythebook now to get two pairs of their amazing leggings for just 24 dollars.Nutrafol, a new, safe and effective strategy to take control of your hair health. To get your first month supply with subscription for 10 dollars, visit nutrafol.com and use promo code BYTHEBOOK during checkout.
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