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Becky Feldman
"Too Stupid to Live" is the smartest podcast to ever review romance novels $5 or less. It's basically if a comedy podcast fell in love with a romance novel podcast and had an unhinged and horny romance reader -- Becky Feldman -- hosting. Actually that's EXACTLY what it is. But it's so much more! The show also includes special episodes featuring your favorite and soon-to-be favorite romance authors talking about their latest books and careers. Come! (Happy endings guaranteed.)
That Time in Venice with Kristen Studard
Comedian/NPR listener/Hybrid driver Kristen Studard (“I Think You Should Leave”, “I’m Sorry”, “The Mindy Project”) joins Becky to discuss “That Time in Venice” by Delaney Diamond ($3.99.) Consider this ep a romantic getaway for your ears.
01:18:5523/09/2019
HOT & BOTHERED Gets HOT AS HELL
Two podcast hosts that Hitler would PROBABLY hate -- Vanessa Zoltan (Harry Potter and the Sacred Text) and Becky (uh, this one?) -- discuss Vanessa’s new romance podcast Hot and Bothered.
55:0830/08/2019
Detour with Scott Rodgers
WHAT UP ROMANCELANDIA?!!! Two LEGIT rock stars -- Scott Rodgers(Jam Space, Self-Esteem Party) and Becky (duh) -- discuss the rock ‘n roll romance 'Detour' by Kacey Shea ($3.99). Jam out to a harmonious convo about character psychologies, hot wings, and uncreative penis nicknames.
01:14:5213/08/2019
Dreaming of You with Ashley Griffis and Ryan Etter
Ashley Griffis and Ryan Etter, the rom-com-loving hosts of “Couples Talking Couples”, joins Becky to review the historical romance “Dreaming of You” by Lisa Kleypas ($2.99.) They talk about ideal masquerades, inconsequential murders, and the fun of listening to romance audiobooks in the most inappropriate situations.
01:19:0926/07/2019
Even Vampires Get the Blues with Alana Johnston
Alana Johnston (“Conan”, Comedy Central, truTV) joins Becky to discuss the fangin’ hot paranormal romance, “Even Vampires Get the Blues” ($2.99) Get ready for your blood to rush to all the right places.
01:14:4712/07/2019
Em Stevens gets HOT as HELL with TSTL
TSTL is BACK, and ooh baby, things are BURNING UP when author Em Stevens joins Becky to get Hot as Hell. They discuss her work, how her DAD used to edit her books, and so much more!
01:20:2019/06/2019
Destiny's Captive with Diana Wright
Writer/director Diana Wright joins Becky to discuss the wooing and “doinking” that happens in the historical romance “Destiny’s Captive” by Beverly Jenkins ($2.)
01:21:3617/05/2019
B.A.B.E. Squad Gets HOT AS HELL with TSTL
THREE BABES— Haley Mancini (“The Powerpuff Girls”), Gina Ippolito (“Murphy Brown”), and Becky (Hulu subscriber) -- discuss Haley and Gina’s new graphic novel “B.A.B.E. Squad”. Then they each provide an oral report on a story from “Rock Hard: A Collection of Short Erotic Stories” ($0.00).
01:09:3302/05/2019
Rafe: A Buff Male Nanny with Erin La Rosa
Writer Erin La Rosa (“The Big Redhead Book”, “Womanskills”, erotic Hanson fan fiction) joins Becky to get RED HOT (and bothered) as they review "Rafe: A Buff Male Nanny" by Rebeckah Weatherspoon ($4.99)
01:10:2118/04/2019
Slamdunked by Love with Nick Wiger
NBA/Jane Austen fan Nick Wiger (I Love You, America”, Doughboys) joins Becky to review the SPORTY kissing book “Slamdunked by Love” by Jamie Wesley ($2.99.) Elizabeth Holmes also makes a surprise cameo! For show notes, visit https://www.tstlpodcast.com/tstl-blog/slamdunkedbylove
57:2610/04/2019
Act Like It with Boobies and Noobies
It’s a CLIMACTIC romance novel podcast crossover event! Special Guest Kelly Reynolds (host of Boobies and Noobies) and Becky channel their inner theater nerds to review the contemporary romance “Act Like It” by Lucy Parker ($4).
01:22:3020/03/2019
Love's Sweet Arrow Gets HOT as HELL with TSTL!
CORRECTED TRACK! This episode is rated… a different kind of family-friendly! Becky interviews mother-daughter duo Roseann and Marissa Backlin -- avid romance readers who are opening a romance-only bookstore in the Chicago area. They also discuss “Tikka Chance on Me” by Suleikha Snyder (0.99). For show notes and a link to the Love’s Sweet Arrow Kickstarter page, visit www.tstlpodcast.com/tstl-blog.
01:05:3704/03/2019
A Forbidden Rumspringa with Daniel Lee
Things get TABOO AF as actor/writer Daniel Lee joins Becky on a trip to Amish Country to review “A Forbidden Rumspringa” by Keira Andrews ($5).
01:03:3026/02/2019
Priest with Shauna McGarry and Graham High
Father? Jesus is gonna have to forgive YOU for your sins! In this ep, Becky forces Shauna McGarry (Bojack Horseman) and Graham High (Studio 54) to compromise their Christian values to discuss the popular erotic romance, Priest: A Love Story ($5) by Sierra Simone. For show notes, visit https://www.tstlpodcast.com/tstl-blog,
01:23:1013/02/2019
Vampire CEO with Meghann Murphy and Matty Smith
Are you an up-and-coming vampire looking to advance your career? This episode won’t help you with that. But hilarious couple Matty Smith and Meghann Murphy WILL help you decide if the paranormal romance “Vampire CEO” is worth the investment of $4.
01:47:0506/02/2019
Mr. Darcy's Secret Desires with Carla Cackowski
Why Mr. Darcy! It’s a new episode! Pride and Prejudice superfan Carla Cackowski joins Becky to discuss “Mr. Darcy’s Secret Desires” by Caitlin Marie Carrington ($3.99). It’s a P & P variation that takes place in Pemberley where Lizzie gets Pember-LAID. For show notes, visit https://www.tstlpodcast.com/tstl-blog/
56:3330/01/2019
Loving the Secret Billionaire with Sarah MacLean (Part 2)
Part 2 of TSTL’s interview with author/columnist/podcaster Sarah MacLean. Sarah and Becky review the virgin billionaire romance, Loving the Secret Billionaire by Adriana Anders ($2.99). It’s a novella where things get a little ACTIVE, if you know what we mean… like politically. And sexily. But you probably guessed that. For show notes and links, visit https://www.tstlpodcast.com/tstl-blog/
42:4115/01/2019
Sarah MacLean Part 1
An episode to THROBBING re-MEMBER! Acclaimed romance author, Washington Post columnist, and podcast host Sarah MacLean (Love by Numbers, The Rules of Scoundrels, Fated Mates) joins Becky to discuss the history of romance from Jane Austen to “The Flame and the Flower” to what the industry is like today. For show notes, visit https://www.tstlpodcast.com/tstl-blog/.
47:0308/01/2019
Death Dancer with Mike Rose
Put on those dance belts! Mike Rose (“The Comeback, “Planet Unicorn”, “Zebra #3”) joins Becky to review the thrilling romance, “Death Dancer” by Tara Lain ($3.99).
59:4417/12/2018
A Cuckolding Trio with Daniel Zomparelli
Author, podcaster, and Hallmark Christmas movie fan Daniel Zomparelli (Everything is Awful and You're a Terrible Person, I’m Afraid That) joins Becky to discuss three short erotic stories that fall into a yet-to-be-discussed genre: cuckolding.
01:11:5512/11/2018
Her Halloween Treat with Phoebe Neidhardt
The handyman is here! And so is a new episode of TSTL! Actor Phoebe Neidhardt ("Scandal", "Silicon Valley") joins Becky to review the Halloween-themed romance "Her Halloween Treat" by Tiffany Reisz ($3.49) No joke--one character actually utters the line, "It's cocksucking time."
49:3529/10/2018
Gamma Raiders: The Space Pirate Prince with Aysha Wax
GET THOSE COLD SHOWERS READY! Comedian/writer/director Aysha Wax(Inside Versailles)joins Becky to review the NO-SEX-AT-ALL sci-fi romance, Gamma Raiders: The Space Pirate Prince by Calista Skye ($0.99.)
01:03:3010/10/2018
Wanted and Wired with Jason Sheridan
FUCK YEAH!!!!! Jason Sheridan (Podcast: the Ride) joins Becky to review the lengthy sci-fi romance Wanted and Wired (currently $0.99.) Written by Vivien Jackson, this episode is dedicated to the all the horny nerds out there.
01:11:0228/09/2018
The Spymaster's Lady with Ryan Perez
Let the spy game begin… Writer, director, and knife cane fan Ryan Perez joins Becky to review the historical romance The Spymaster's Lady by Joanna Bourne ($2.99). Ryan chooses a pretty unique sexy excerpt, so this episode is NOT to be missed.
01:03:1111/09/2018
Fournicopia with Chris Farah
Chris Farah (Modern Family, Superstore, Chelsea Lately) joins Becky to get a tad spicy as they review the outrageous erotic novella “Fournicopia” by Delilah Devlin ($0.99, baby!)
01:06:0328/08/2018
Maid for Love with Robin Reed
Voiceover artist and director Robin Reed joins Becky to review some "Mad Libs with boner words" otherwise known as "Maid for Love", a contemporary romance by Marie Force ($2.99).
01:20:2409/08/2018
Operation: Midnight Tango with Jordan Morris
Jordan Morris (Jordan, Jesse Go!, Bubble) joins Becky to review the kiss-tastic romantic suspense “Operation: Midnight Tango” ($3 used). This is a must-listen for anyone into open-wound lovemaking and graveyard proposals.
58:0625/07/2018
Craving Flight with Jennie Pierson
Two redheaded Jewish women discuss an erotic romance about a redheaded Jewish woman. Jennie Pierson ("Blackish", "Valley Girl", Funny or Die) joins Becky to review "Craving Flight" ($2.99) by Tamsen Parker. L'Chaim!
01:07:2412/06/2018
Royal Ruin with Jessie Gaskell
SURPRISE! It’s a special Royal Wedding episode of TSTL! To celebrate the nuptials of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, Becky is joined by the wonderful Jessie Gaskell ('Conan') to review the thong-ripping sexfest, 'Royal Ruin' (3.99) by Jessica Peterson. They talk crushing on teachers, friends-turned-lovers fantasies, and good old-fashioned hate f*cking.
01:12:3916/05/2018
Taken by the CEO with Marisa Pinson
Hopeless "romantique" Marisa Pinson ('Angie Tribeca') joins Becky in the office—the SEXY office—to review the horny romance, 'Taken by the CEO' ($2.99) by Stefanie London. They talk Casper the Friendly Ghost, question vague business practices, act out a scene with some hot repartee, and so much more!
01:16:0007/05/2018
Ruby (by V.C. Andrews) with Connie Shin
Handsome people, pretty people, long-lost twins, insane asylums, incest… and that’s just the beginning!! The hilarious Connie Shin (UCB) joins Becky to discuss the V.C. Andrews Gothic romance 'Ruby' ($4.99) – an amazing novel where so much happens including an art scene that surpasses 'Titanic'.
01:23:0630/04/2018
My Enemy, My Earl with Lindsay Katai
The hilarious Lindsay Katai (cohost of 'Teen Creeps') ventures with Becky to the Scottish Highlands (aka Sexy Kilt-City) to review the historical romance, 'My Enemy, My Earl' by Tammy Andresen ($3.99). Lindsay and Becky talk about YA fiction, say the word ‘rake’ A LOT and read some super hot "kissing" scenes.
01:02:4117/04/2018
Broken Justice with Josh and Travis Wyman
Josh and Travis Wyman (hosts of Stacking Wood and UCB alums) join Becky to review the sexy contemporary romance, Broken Justice by Suzanne Halliday ($3.99). They talk about secretly skimming romance novels in the town library, the infinite number of boners the male character has, and why “Ponytail and Stubble” may have been a better title.
01:12:3902/04/2018
The Experiment with Amanda Sitko
Hello lovers—ladies, gentlemen and maybe even a THIRD gentleman! TSTL is BACK with a brand new episode with special guest Amanda Sitko (IFC’s Brockmire)! Today we discuss the (James Patterson - approved) contemporary romance The Experiment by HelenKay Dimon ($2.99). We talk about a whole bunch of sexy stuff including Amanda schooling Becky on what an Eiffel Tower is, the reality of having sex in a bathroom, and the joys of listening to the audio version with your husband in the car. Oh, and also names we like and use for vagina and penis.
01:11:4620/03/2018
Her Sexy Valentine with Deborah Tarica
It's TSTL's super special super sexy Valentine's Day episode! UCB's Deborah Tarica joins Becky as they review the Harlequin romance "Her Sexy Valentine" ($1.99) by Stephanie Bond.
58:0611/02/2018
Her Husband's Harlot with Lesley Tsina
If your New Year’s resolution involves MORE HARLOTS, here’s your chance to get off… to a good start with the latest episode of Too Stupid to Live. Special guest Lesley Tsina (Blackish, author of “Restart Me Up: The Unauthorized, Un-Accurate Oral History of Windows 95) joins Becky to review the hot historical romance “Her Husband’s Harlot” ($4.99) by Grace Callaway.
50:5431/12/2017
Episode 20 – Blessed: A Bad Priest Romance
It doesn’t get more taboo than this! Becky is joined by Courtney Davis as they review the truly erotic romance, “Blessed: A Bad Priest Romance” by Alexis Angel. Don’t listen if you’re easily offended or listen if you are! They would be hilarious.
43:2503/12/2017
Episode 19- The Luxe
‘Gossip Girl’ meets corsets or something like that in this new episode of Too Stupid to Live. Not only does this ep review the YA romance ‘The Luxe’, Becky reviews this with her MOM. But it’s not weird—I promise! You won’t feel uncomfortable! ‘The Luxe’ by Anna Godbersen - http://amzn.to/2yxkevf
30:0805/11/2017
TSTL Ep 18 – Kiss of Steel
It’s Halloween time and you know what that means?? FISHNETS! And paranormal LUV. In this deluxe edition of TSTL, Becky is joined by friend and fellow romance reader Cindy Clegg as they review “Kiss of Steel” by Bec McMaster. And lemme tell you, MAGIC HAPPENS!! Kiss of Steel on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2y0UQvZ
36:0005/10/2017
TSTL Ep 17 - Book Boyfriend
Summer reading gets H-O-T when Becky reviews “Book Boyfriend” by Claire Kingsley. This is a must-listen for fans of rom-com, romance novels and post-sex pizza. Book Boyfriend on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2iRFxjJ Claire Kingsley - http://www.clairekingsleybooks.com/
19:2603/09/2017
Episode 16 - Hot Bastard Next Door
It’s hot as balls outside so Becky decides to review the steamy HOT BASTARD NEXT DOOR by Rye Hart! Also she talks about tattoos, taints, and tiffs. Buy Hot Bastard Next Door by Rye Hart on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2vnKgyq
16:2904/08/2017
Episode 15- Rose
Cowboys getting it on with aspiring cowgirls?! Yee-haw! Let's hop on our horses and take a road trip in history to the old west. In this ep, Becky reviews "Rose", book number 1 in the Wildflower Bride Series. She also discusses the origins of a few of our favorite dirty words. Hang on to those reins cuz this episode is a wild ride. Giddyup! "Rose" by Vanessa Vale: http://amzn.to/2sAg6HC
16:4103/07/2017
Episode 14 - White Sheets and Rosy Cheeks/DILF: A Secret Baby Bad Boy Romance
Two books. Two dads. One is sweet. One is spicy. Today Becky reviews “White Sheets and Rosy Cheeks” and “DILF: A Secret Baby Bad Boy Romance” in honor of Father’s Day. “White Sheets and Rosy Cheeks” by Katie Mettner on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2stjfI7 DILF by Alexis Angel on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2sfCjYf
22:3515/06/2017
Episode 13 - Indigo
Go back in time to last week when it was still Women's History Month and then go back in time AGAIN as Becky reviews the historical romance novel "Indigo" by Beverly Jenkins. "Indigo" on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2oO5EJU
14:4308/04/2017
TSTL (Cheap Romance Novel Reviews) - Guilty Pleasures
Becky dives head first into the world of erotica with Kitty Thomas' "Guilty Pleasures". She talks about dubcon, being sensitive and her new sexual fantasy that involves parrots. "Guilty Pleasures" on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2m4Et8j
20:3309/03/2017
TSTL (Cheap Romance Novel Reviews) Ep 12 - The Wolf's Unexpected Mate
Happy Valentine's Day! Becky reviews a special Valentine's Day novella - "The Wolf's Unexpected Mate" by Cara Wylde. Learn about wolf shifters, BBW protagonists and why Becky would never make a good wolf person on this episode! "The Wolf's Unexpected Mate" on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2lEVw5e
18:3514/02/2017
TSTL (Cheap Romance Novel Review) Ep 11 - Sacking the Quarterback
Who's ready to sack some quarterbacks? Well, Becky is. It's 2017 after all. In this ep Becky reviews "Sacking the Quarterback" brought to you by none other than James Patterson (via author Samantha Towle.) She also compares reading romance to watching sports. Let's bridge some gaps, people! "Sacking the Quarterback" on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2j8vl2i Read "What do Good Sports and Great Romances Have in Common? An Optimal Level of Chaos" here: http://wapo.st/2jtiKtM
15:2809/01/2017
TSTL (Cheap Romance Novel Review) Ep 10 - The Midwife's Christmas Miracle
Becky reviews "The Midwife's Christmas Miracle" by Sarah Morgan and talks about superman complexes, guys being condescending and why she is not a fan of the male hero in the book. I mean, he looks okay on the cover, but seriously he should wear a hat. The Midwife's Christmas Miracle on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2hGnNFQ
18:2021/12/2016
TSTL (Cheap Romance Novel Review) Ep 9 - Defiance
In this ep, Becky reviews the post-apocalyptic motorcycle club romance, "Defiance". She also talks about the election. Why? Because. Vroom Vroom! Defiance by Stephanie Tyler on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2fZeZIw Carina Press: http://bit.ly/2fxutoD
20:3516/11/2016
TSTL Episode 8: "Navy Seal Newlywed"
In honor of Fall wedding season, Becky discusses "Navy Seal Newlywed" by Elle James, covert cowboys and nicknames. Navy Seal Newlywed on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2eSx8XB
16:1927/10/2016