Sara & Cariad's Weirdos Book Club

David Bowie’s 100 Books to Have Read

<p>In this week's episode Sara and Cariad peruse the list of David Bowie’s 100 Books to Have Read.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad's children's book <em>Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish</em> is out in paperback <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/lydia-marmalade-and-the-christmas-wish/9781444971491/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> now.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Muckle Flugga by Michael Pederson with Michael Pederson

<p>This week's book guest is<em> Muckle Flugga</em> by Michael Pederson.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined by prize-winning Scottish poet and author, Michael Pederson. Michael is the current Edinburgh Makar and Writer in Residence at The University of Edinburgh, he also co-founded the prize-winning literary collective Neu! Reekie!</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss Stephen Fry, rivers, vocabulary, Robert Louis Stevenson, writing retreats, Jack Lowden and Salman Rushdie. </p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><em>Muckle Flugga</em> by Michael Pederson is available <a href="https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/muckle-flugga-michael-pedersen/7812104?ean=9780571387724&amp;next=t" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad's children's book <em>Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish</em> is out in paperback <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/lydia-marmalade-and-the-christmas-wish/9781444971491/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> now.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

A Year of Creative Thinking by Jessica Swale with Jessica Swale

<p>Happy New Year! This week's Christmas book guest is<em> A Year of Creative Thinking</em> by Jessica Swale.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined by Jessica Swale - Jessica is an Olivier Award-winning playwright, screenwriter and director. She's known for such works as <em>Blue Stockings, Nell Gwynn </em>and the current hit <em>Paddington: The Musical</em>.</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss aliens, Paddington, snacks, childhood artistry, chair parties and Gails.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><em>A Year of Creative Thinking</em> by Jessica Swale is available <a href="https://www.nickhernbooks.co.uk/a-year-of-creative-thinking" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> - Save 25% when you buy direct from publisher Nick Hern Books - enter code WEIRDOSNHB at www.nickhernbooks.co.uk/a-year-of-creative-thinking</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad's children's book <em>Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish</em> is out in paperback <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/lydia-marmalade-and-the-christmas-wish/9781444971491/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> now.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Introducing Mrs Collins by Rachel Parris with Rachel Parris

<p>This week's Christmas book guest is<em> Introducing Mrs Collins</em> by Rachel Parris.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined for a special festive episode by the award winning, BAFTA nominated comedian, writer, improvisor, actor and star of<em> Mock the Week</em> and <em>The Mash Report -</em> Rachel Parris herself.</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss the Napoleonic Wars, marriage, Janeites, Hunsford and sex with Mr Collins.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><em>Introducing Mrs Collins</em> by Rachel Parris is available <a href="https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/introducing-mrs-collins-a-pride-and-prejudice-sequel-telling-the-story-of-what-charlotte-lucas-did-next-rachel-parris/fbad3ec113f56eca?ean=9781399751612&amp;next=t" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad's children's book <em>Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish</em> is out in paperback <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/lydia-marmalade-and-the-christmas-wish/9781444971491/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> now.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Christmas Book Conundrums

<p>This week is a special Christmas Book Conundrums&nbsp;episode.</p><br><p>We asked our listeners for their festive book gifting conundrums and tried to come up with some helpful suggestions and inspirations!</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us this Christmas. We like reading with you!</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad's children's book <em>Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish</em> is out in paperback <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/lydia-marmalade-and-the-christmas-wish/9781444971491/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> now.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh with Jodie Harsh

<p>This week's book guest is<em> My Year of Rest and Relaxation</em> by Ottessa Moshfegh.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined by legendary DJ and music producer Jodie Harsh who recently published her own memoir, <em>You Had To Be There: An Odyssey Through Noughties London, One Night at a Time.</em></p><br><p>In this episode they discuss Crossrail, nostalgia, Amy Winehouse, the twelve steps, Soho and the National Lottery.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><em>My Year of Rest and Relaxation</em> by Ottessa Moshfegh is available <a href="https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/my-year-of-rest-and-relaxation-ottessa-moshfegh/978286?ean=9781784707422&amp;next=t&amp;next=t" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p><em>You Had To Be There</em> by Jodie Harsh is available <a href="https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/you-had-to-be-there-jodie-harsh/7688901?ean=9780571392414&amp;next=t" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad's children's book <em>Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish</em> is out in paperback <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/lydia-marmalade-and-the-christmas-wish/9781444971491/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> now.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Father Figure by Emma Forrest with Emma Forrest

<p>This week's book guest is<em> Father Figure</em> by Emma Forrest.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined by writer and director Emma Forrest. Emma has published five novels and two critically acclaimed memoirs and was named as one of Variety's 'Top 10 Screenwriters to Watch’.</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss Watching people from busses, fantasies, ear-worms, obsession and George Michael.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><em>Father Figure</em> by Emma Forrest is available <a href="https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/father-figure-natalie-portman-s-november-book-club-pick-emma-forrest/16f78c86a82a0733?ean=9781474620598&amp;next=t&amp;next=t" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad's children's book <em>Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish</em> is out in paperback <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/lydia-marmalade-and-the-christmas-wish/9781444971491/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> now.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

White Male Stand-Up by Alan Davies (Live from the London Podcast Festival, Kings Place)

<p>This week's book guest is<em> White Male Stand-Up</em> by Alan Davies.</p><br><p>In a very special episode recorded live at the London Podcast Festival Sara and Cariad are joined by the incredible comedian, writer and actor&nbsp;Alan Davies. Best known for starring in the hit BBC series&nbsp;<em>Jonathan Creek</em>&nbsp;and for his regular appearances as a panellist on&nbsp;<em>QI</em>, they discuss his new memoir&nbsp;<em>White Male Stand-Up.</em></p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><strong>Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss childhood abuse and death.</strong></p><br><p><em>White Male Stand-Up</em> by Alan Davies is available <a href="https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/white-male-stand-up-alan-davies/f759ce8e811e7b26?ean=9781800962576&amp;next=t" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad's children's book <em>Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish</em> is out in paperback <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/lydia-marmalade-and-the-christmas-wish/9781444971491/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> now.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Audiobooks with Juliet Stevenson

<p>This week Sara and Cariad are joined for a very special episode all about audiobooks by the queen of audio narration - BAFTA nominated and Olivier award winning actress, Juliet Stevenson. </p><br><p>In this episode they discuss Elizabeth Gaskell, kids books, bully directors, José Saramago, acting and Geordie accents.</p><br><p>The Speakies British Audio Awards take place on the 24th November at the Royal Opera House.</p><br><p>We’ve partnered with the Best Audiobook: Fiction category. There are some brilliant audiobooks nominated in that category including <em>Intermezzo</em> by Sally Rooney, read by Éanna Hardwicke. Why not go back and listen to our episode on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/intermezzo-by-sally-rooney-with-aisling-bea/id1699406650?i=1000681706195" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Intermezzo</em></a> where we talked to the brilliant Aisling Bea.</p><p><em>&nbsp;</em></p><p>Juliet is also nominated for the Best Audiobook: Non-Fiction category for her brilliant narration of <em>Persian Pictures</em> by Gertrude Bell.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad's children's book <em>Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish</em> is out in paperback <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/lydia-marmalade-and-the-christmas-wish/9781444971491/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> now.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

By Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept by Elizabeth Smart

<p>This week's book guest is<em> By Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept</em> by Elizabeth Smart.</p><br><p>In this episode Sara and Cariad discuss romance, T. S. Eliot, obsessive love and sniffing glue.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><strong>Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss people who have taken their own lives.</strong></p><br><p><em>By Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept</em> by Elizabeth Smart is available <a href="https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/by-grand-central-station-i-sat-down-and-wept-elizabeth-smart/142278?ean=9780586090398&amp;next=t" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad's children's book <em>Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish</em> is out in paperback <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/lydia-marmalade-and-the-christmas-wish/9781444971491/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> now.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

A Truce That Is Not Peace by Miriam Toews with Miriam Toews

<p>This week's book guest is<em> A Truce That Is Not Peace </em>by Miriam Toews.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined by Miriam Toews the internationally acclaimed and award-winning author of such works as <em>A Complicated Kindness</em>, <em>Fight Night, All My Puny Sorrows </em>and <em>Women Talking</em> on which the Oscar-winning film was based.</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss writing conferences, death, comedy and a skunk.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><strong>Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss death by suicide.</strong></p><br><p><em>A Truce That Is Not Peace</em> by Miriam Toews is available <a href="https://harpercollins.co.uk/products/a-truce-that-is-not-peace-miriam-toews?variant=53522977489275" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad's children's book <em>Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish</em> is out in paperback <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/lydia-marmalade-and-the-christmas-wish/9781444971491/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> now.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

A Complicated Woman by Rebecca Lucy Taylor aka Self Esteem

<p>This week's book guest is<em> A Complicated Woman</em> by Rebecca Lucy Taylor aka Self Esteem.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined by Rebecca Lucy Taylor aka award-winning singer Self Esteem to discuss her debut book.</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss creativity, surviving capitalism, success, burnout and Blackadder.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><strong>Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss fertility.</strong></p><br><p>A Complicated Woman by Rebecca Lucy Taylor aka Self Esteem is available <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/rebecca-lucy-taylor/a-complicated-woman/9781914240652/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad's children's book <em>Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish</em> is out in paperback <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/lydia-marmalade-and-the-christmas-wish/9781444971491/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> now.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Book-street's Back Alright!

<p>Sara and Cariad are back with another series of weird and wonderful reads!</p><br><p>In this episode they welcome you back in to discuss what they've been reading, pencil cases, what's coming up this series, Cariad has some exciting literary news and we want your listener suggestions.</p><br><p>Remember, you don't even have to have read the books to join in!</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We look forward to reading with you (or not) this series!</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad's children's book <em>Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish</em> is out in paperback <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/lydia-marmalade-and-the-christmas-wish/9781444971491/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> now.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Series 4 Trailer - Sara and Cariad's Weirdos Book Club

<p>Sara and Cariad are back for another series of weird and wonderful reads! Send us your listener suggestions and remember you don't even have to have read the book to join in!</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p>For bonus content, access to BTS photos and videos, messages AND to support the pod 💖 sign up to our Patreon at <a href="patreon.com/c/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/c/weirdosbookclub</a></p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><br><p>Produced by Plosive</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Friends of Weirdos - Pod Save the UK

<p>Sara and Cariad are back with a brand new series next week but while you eagerly await our return, why not take a listen to friend of the podcast and nicest man in comedy Nish Kumar on his incredible show, co-hosted with Coco Khan - <em>Pod Save the UK</em>.</p><br><p>Nish joined us for the very first episode of <em>Weirdos</em> - you can also go back and listen to him chatting to us about <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/im-a-fan-by-sheena-patel-with-nish-kumar/id1699406650?i=1000625500266" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>I’m a Fan</em> by Sheena Patel</a> - but for now, take a listen to this week’s episode where Nish and Coco discuss ... Why can’t the UK get over Thatcher? Plus - “Your Party” infighting is Definitely Maybe over…</p><br><p>Guests:</p><p>Rhun ap Iorwerth&nbsp;</p><br><p>Credits:</p><p>The World Transformed</p><p>Turn Left Media</p><p>CNBC</p><br><p>Useful Links:</p><p>Medical Aid for Palestinians</p><p><u>https://www.map.org.uk</u></p><p>Pod Save the UK is a Reduced Listening production for Crooked Media.</p><p>Contact us via email: <u>PSUK@reducedlistening.co.uk</u></p><p>BlueSky: <u>https://bsky.app/profile/podsavetheuk.crooked.com</u></p><p>Insta: <u>https://instagram.com/podsavetheuk</u></p><p>Twitter: <u>https://twitter.com/podsavetheuk</u></p><p>TikTok: <u>https://www.tiktok.com/@podsavetheuk</u></p><p>Facebook: <u>https://facebook.com/podsavetheuk</u></p><p>Youtube: <u>https://www.youtube.com/@PodSavetheUK</u></p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Swing Time by Zadie Smith with Sophie Ellis-Bextor

<p>This week's book guest is <em>Swing Time</em> by Zadie Smith.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined for the last episode of this series by the one and only Sophie Ellis-Bextor.</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss motherhood, celebrity, white saviour complex and sexy dancing for your dad.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us this series. We like reading with you! And we'll be back in October with more Weird and wonderful reads!</p><br><p><em>Swing Time</em> by Zadie Smith is available <a href="https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/56513/swing-time-by-smith-zadie/9780141036601" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Clown Town by Mick Herron with Mick Herron

<p>This week's book guest is <em>Clown Town </em>by Mick Herron.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined by the mystery and thriller novelist and author Mick Herron, author of the best selling Slough House series which has been adapted into the <em>Slow Horses</em> television series.</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss Gary Oldman, gaffa tape, gag writing, MI5 and farts.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><em>Clown Town </em>by Mick Herron is available <a href="https://www.mickherron.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad’s children's book <em>Where Did She Go? </em>is available to buy now.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Evenings and Weekends by Oisín McKenna with Oisín McKenna

<p>This week's book guest is <em>Evenings and Weekends</em> by Oisín McKenna.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined by our Weirdos listener recommended Oisín McKenna.</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss whales, London being the best, feral summer evenings and day jobs.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><em>Evenings and Weekends</em> by Oisín McKenna is available to buy <a href="https://harpercollins.co.uk/products/evenings-and-weekends-oisin-mckenna?variant=41567538708558" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad’s children's book <em>Where Did She Go? </em>is available to buy now.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded by Ben Williams and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Readers Talk Writing Part 2

<p>In part two of these special episodes on writing Sara and Cariad (the readers) continue to discuss their own paths to books, writing and writing processes.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><strong><em>Trigger warning: In this episode we mention abortion, self harm, death and loss of a child.</em></strong></p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p><em>Where Did She Go</em>? by Cariad Lloyd is available to buy <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/where-did-she-go/9781444970944/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded by Aniya Das and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Human Rites by Juno Dawson with Juno Dawson

<p>This week's book guest is <em>Human Rites</em> by Juno Dawson.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined by best selling author, Juno Dawson.</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss Dawson's Creek, Sex and the City, Buffy, Doctor Who and Howard's dreadlocks.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p>Human Rites and the other books in the HMRC trilogy are available to buy <a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/series/FHR/the-hmrc-trilogy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad’s children's book <em>Where Did She Go? </em>is available to buy now.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Aniya Das for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Yardsticks For Failure by Ivo Graham with Ivo Graham

<p>This week's book guest is<em>Yardsticks For Failure</em> by Ivo Graham.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined by critically acclaimed comedian and friend Ivo Graham.</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss Taskmaster, neurodiversity, friendship grief, the Edinburgh Festival and Potters Bar.</p><br><p><strong><em>Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss grief and death.</em></strong></p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><em>Yardsticks For Failure</em> by Ivo Graham is available to buy <a href="https://www.headline.co.uk/titles/ivo-graham/yardsticks-for-failure/9781035411337/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad’s children's book <em>Where Did She Go? </em>is available to buy now.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Readers Talk Writing Part 1

<p>In part one of these special episodes on writing Sara and Cariad (the readers) talk about their own paths to books, writing and writing processes.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p><em>Where Did She Go</em>? by Cariad Lloyd is available to buy <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/where-did-she-go/9781444970944/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Men In Love by Irvine Welsh with Irvine Welsh

<p>This week's book guest is <em>Men In Love</em> by Irvine Welsh.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined by the multi-bestselling author of <em>Trainspotting</em>, and cultural icon - Irvine Welsh.</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss success, capitalism, house music and DMT.</p><br><p><strong><em>Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss drug usage.</em></strong></p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><em>Men In Love</em> by Irvine Welsh is available to buy <a href="https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/471554/men-in-love-by-welsh-irvine/9781787335752" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><br><p>Sara’s debut novel <em>Weirdo </em>is published by Faber &amp; Faber and is available to buy <a href="https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571374526-weirdo/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Cariad’s book <em>You Are Not Alone</em> is published by Bloomsbury and is available to buy <a href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/you-are-not-alone-9781526621870/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Where Did She Go? by Cariad Lloyd with Nadia Shireen

<p>This week's book guest is <em>Where Did She Go?</em> by Cariad Lloyd.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined by award-winning children's book illustrator and author Nadia Shireen.</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss career changes, illustrators, child development and Daniel Bedingfield.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><em>Where Did She Go</em>? by Cariad Lloyd is available to buy <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/where-did-she-go/9781444970944/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><br><p>Sara’s debut novel <em>Weirdo </em>is published by Faber &amp; Faber and is available to buy <a href="https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571374526-weirdo/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Cariad’s book <em>You Are Not Alone</em> is published by Bloomsbury and is available to buy <a href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/you-are-not-alone-9781526621870/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded by Ben Williams and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Wifedom: Mrs Orwell's Invisible Life by Anna Funder

<p>This week's book guest is Wifedom: Mrs Orwell's Invisible Life by Anna Funder.</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss Geoffrey Archer (again), war, domestic labour, jokes and geniuses. </p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p>Wifedom: Mrs Orwell's Invisible Life by Anna Funder is available to buy <a href="https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/319722/wifedom-by-funder-anna/9780241482742" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad’s children's book <em>Where Did She Go? </em>is available to buy now.</p><br><p>Sara’s debut novel <em>Weirdo </em>is published by Faber &amp; Faber and is available to buy <a href="https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571374526-weirdo/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Cariad’s book <em>You Are Not Alone</em> is published by Bloomsbury and is available to buy <a href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/you-are-not-alone-9781526621870/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Portnoy's Complaint by Philip Roth with Liam Williams

<p>This week's book guest is <em>Portnoy's Complaint</em> by Philip Roth.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined by award-winning comedian, writer and 1/3 of sketch group Sheeps - Liam Williams.</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss Kafka, addiction, wanking, wanking, wanking and Geoffrey Archer.</p><br><p><strong><em>Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss racism, racist language and antisemitism.</em></strong></p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><em>Portnoy's Complaint</em> by Philip Roth is available to buy <a href="https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/356205/portnoys-complaint-by-philip-roth/9780099399018" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Tickets to see Liam in <em>Sheeps: A Very Sheeps Christmas – Live in Concert! In the Summer!</em> are available to buy <a href="https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/sheeps-a-very-sheeps-christmas-live-in-concert-in-the-summer" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad’s children's book <em>Where Did She Go? </em>is available to buy now.</p><br><p>Sara’s debut novel <em>Weirdo </em>is published by Faber &amp; Faber and is available to buy <a href="https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571374526-weirdo/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Cariad’s book <em>You Are Not Alone</em> is published by Bloomsbury and is available to buy <a href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/you-are-not-alone-9781526621870/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Summer Reads 2025

<p>We asked our Weirdos listeners for their summer read suggestions and they delivered! In this episode Sara and Cariad chat about some of the books they're excited to read.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad’s children's book <em>Where Did She Go? </em>is available to buy now.</p><br><p>Sara’s debut novel <em>Weirdo </em>is published by Faber &amp; Faber and is available to buy <a href="https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571374526-weirdo/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Cariad’s book <em>You Are Not Alone</em> is published by Bloomsbury and is available to buy <a href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/you-are-not-alone-9781526621870/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Frankie by Graham Norton with Graham Norton

<p>This week's book guest is <em>Frankie</em> by Graham Norton.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined by author, comedian, presenter and National Treasure Graham Norton.</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss cakes, art, London in the 50s, buses, restaurants and pen pals called David.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><em>Frankie</em> by Graham Norton is available to buy <a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/graham-norton/frankie/9781529391480/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>You can find Graham on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grahnort/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @grahnort</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad’s children's book <em>Where Did She Go? </em>is available to buy now.</p><br><p>Sara’s debut novel <em>Weirdo </em>is published by Faber &amp; Faber and is available to buy <a href="https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571374526-weirdo/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Cariad’s book <em>You Are Not Alone</em> is published by Bloomsbury and is available to buy <a href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/you-are-not-alone-9781526621870/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The New Age of Sexism by Laura Bates with Laura Bates

<p>This week's book guest is <em>The New Age of Sexism: How the AI Revolution is Reinventing Misogyny</em> by Laura Bates.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined by activist, best-selling writer, speaker, journalist and founder of the Everyday Sexism Project Laura Bates.</p><br><p>In this episode they discuss sex dolls, masturbation, AI, Meta and Take That.</p><br><p><strong><em>Trigger warning: This book and discussion covers a range of non-consensual sex acts, abuse by deep fake technology and pornography.</em></strong></p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><em>The New Age of Sexism</em> by Laura Bates is available to buy <a href="https://www.simonandschuster.co.uk/books/The-New-Age-of-Sexism/Laura-Bates/9781471190483" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>You can find Laura on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/laura_bates__/?hl=en-gb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @laura_bates__</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad’s children's book <em>Where Did She Go? </em>is available to buy now.</p><br><p>Sara’s debut novel <em>Weirdo </em>is published by Faber &amp; Faber and is available to buy <a href="https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571374526-weirdo/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Cariad’s book <em>You Are Not Alone</em> is published by Bloomsbury and is available to buy <a href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/you-are-not-alone-9781526621870/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Slags by Emma Jane Unsworth with Emma Jane Unsworth

<p>This week's book guest is <em>Slags</em> by Emma Jane Unsworth.</p><br><p>Sara and Cariad are joined by the BAFTA-nominated and BIFA-winning screenwriter and bestselling, award-winning novelist Emma Jane Unsworth. </p><br><p>In this episode they discuss teachers, diaries, nostalgia, otters and scaring Mark Owen.</p><br><p>Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you!</p><br><p><em>Slags</em> by Emma Jane Unsworth is available to buy <a href="https://www.boroughpress.co.uk/products/slags-emma-jane-unsworth-9780008347239/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>You can find her on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/emjaneunsworth/?hl=en-gb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @emjaneunsworth</p><br><p>Tickets for Sara's tour show<em> I Am A Strange Gloop </em>are available to buy from <a href="https://sarapascoe.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarapascoe.co.uk</a></p><p>Cariad’s children's book <em>Where Did She Go? </em>is available to buy now.</p><br><p>Sara’s debut novel <em>Weirdo </em>is published by Faber &amp; Faber and is available to buy <a href="https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571374526-weirdo/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Cariad’s book <em>You Are Not Alone</em> is published by Bloomsbury and is available to buy <a href="https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/you-are-not-alone-9781526621870/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><br><p>Follow Sara &amp; Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and <a href="https://twitter.com/weirdosbookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @weirdosbookclub</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for <a href="https://www.plosive.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plosive</a>.</p><p>Artwork by Welcome Studio.&nbsp;</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>