Book Talk, etc.
by Tina @tbretc and Hannah @hanpickedbooks
Is this your podcast?Tina @tbretc and Hannah @hanpickedbooks are independent podcast creators known for their engaging discussions around literature and book recommendations. Their chemistry enhances the listener experience, as they share insights from their pe…
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Tackling the TBR Shelf: Reading Books with Boats on the Cover!
Oct 13, 2026
1h 01m 46s
Easily Distracted by New Releases + How to Become a Pro at Reader Maxxing
Oct 6, 2026
1h 12m 12s
October Books on the Radar (2026)
Sep 29, 2026
56m 47s
Reading Our Way Through Appalachian Fiction
Sep 22, 2026
57m 39s
Tackling the TBR Shelf - Bookish Subscription Boxes
Sep 15, 2026
1h 03m 02s
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Audience Interest
- book recommendations
- reading habits
Podcast Focus
- book recommendations
- TBR growth
Publishing Consistency
- weekly episodes
- five years active
Platform Reach
- specific platforms unknown
- potential for broad distribution
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- 🇺🇸United States · BooksHOME#559.9K to 62K
- 🇬🇧United Kingdom · Books#69494 to 3.1K
- 🇮🇳India · Books#59446 to 2.8K
- 🇨🇦Canada · Books#76275 to 1.7K
- 🇧🇷Brazil · Books#19265 to 404
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Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
11K to 71K🎙 Daily cadence·269 episodes·Last published 5d ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
38K to 236K🇺🇸87%🇬🇧4%🇮🇳4%+3 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
15K to 94K1.0K real followers tracked across platforms
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/13/26 | Tackling the TBR Shelf: Reading Books with Boats on the Cover! | Send us Fan Mail In Episode 273 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah take on another episode of tackling the TBR by reading books with boats on the cover! If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What’s in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all... | 1h 01m 46s | ||||||
| 10/6/26 | Easily Distracted by New Releases + How to Become a Pro at Reader Maxxing | Send us Fan Mail In Episode 272 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah are easily distracted by new releases! They also discuss ways to “reader max” – aka how to get the most out of your reading life and incorporate books and reading into as much of your life as possible! If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What’s in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to mon... | 1h 12m 12s | ||||||
| 9/29/26 | October Books on the Radar (2026) | Send us Fan Mail In Episode 271 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah talk about books coming out in October that you should add to your TBR! If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes like What’s in the Mailbag, Bookstore Browse: The Handsell, and Book Talk After Dark, invites to monthly community events like Mood Reader Happy Hour, and entry into our private Facebook group and Discord server- all for just $5 a... | 56m 47s | ||||||
| 9/22/26 | Reading Our Way Through Appalachian Fiction | Send us Fan Mail In Episode 270 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah discuss books set in Appalachia and explore what defines the Appalachian region. From Appalachian fiction to literary favorites rooted in mountain communities, they share the books they chose and discuss the history and geography of Appalachia, while talking about the books they read for the episode. If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access to bonus episodes ... | 57m 39s | ||||||
| 9/15/26 | Tackling the TBR Shelf - Bookish Subscription Boxes | Send us Fan Mail In Episode 269 of Book Talk Etc., Tina and Hannah are back at it to tackle their TBRs! This month, the wheel provided them with a prompt to read books from any subscription service! Tina and Hannah spend some time talking about the various kinds of book subscriptions there are out there, and chat through which ones have piqued their interest in the past and present! If you enjoy this commercial-free podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership includes access t... | 1h 03m 02s | ||||||
| 9/8/26 | new releasesbook clubs+3 | — | — | — | book clubnew releases+4 | — | 1h 06m 52s | ||
| 9/1/26 | mood readinglistener questions+3 | — | — | — | mood readingfan mail+3 | — | 1h 07m 09s | ||
| 8/25/26 | book releasesTBR+3 | — | — | — | September 2026book releases+3 | — | 49m 06s | ||
| 8/18/26 | Lughnasadhsummer reading+3 | — | — | — | Lughnasadhsummer reading list+3 | — | 57m 12s | ||
| 8/11/26 | TBR shelfintimidating books+3 | — | Episode 264 | — | TBRintimidating books+3 | — | 1h 01m 50s | ||
| 8/4/26 | book releasesreading tips+3 | — | — | — | book talknew releases+3 | — | 59m 16s | ||
| 7/28/26 | book releasesAugust books+1 | — | — | — | August booksbook releases+4 | — | 50m 16s | ||
| 7/21/26 | novellasessay collections+3 | — | — | — | short storiesnovellas+3 | — | 55m 53s | ||
| 7/14/26 | best booksbook recommendations+3 | — | Cluci WristletYoto Player | — | booksreading+3 | — | 1h 08m 09s | ||
| 7/7/26 | TBR shelfBook of the Month+3 | — | Book of the MonthPatreon | — | TBR shelfBook of the Month+3 | — | 57m 28s | ||
| 6/30/26 | book releasescommunity read+3 | — | Book Talk Etc.Patreon+1 | — | July booksMaggie O’Farrell+3 | — | 53m 42s | ||
| 6/23/26 | book adaptationsmovies+3 | — | Episode 257 | — | book to screenadaptations+3 | — | 1h 07m 58s | ||
| 6/16/26 | thriller novelshorror novels+3 | — | Book Talk Etc. | — | thrillerhorror+3 | — | 1h 03m 30s | ||
| 6/9/26 | new book releasestropes in literature+3 | — | — | — | book talknew releases+3 | — | 1h 02m 37s | ||
| 6/2/26 | Japanese Gothicbooks+3 | — | Japanese Gothic | — | Japanese Gothicbooks+3 | — | 56m 43s | ||
| 5/26/26 | booksromance+3 | Phoebe Wright | Alice, Ever Afterreadandwright | Buffalo, New York | booksromance+6 | — | 1h 17m 14s | ||
| 5/19/26 | summer readingbook recommendations+3 | — | Book Talk, Etc. | — | summer booksreading list+3 | — | 1h 20m 15s | ||
| 5/12/26 | new book releasesstarting new books+3 | — | — | — | book releasesreading+3 | — | 1h 11m 06s | ||
| 5/5/26 | podcast anniversaryreunion+3 | Renee | Book Talk Etc.@itsbooktalk | — | Book Talk Etc.podcast anniversary+5 | — | 1h 35m 29s | ||
| 4/28/26 | book releasesupcoming books+1 | — | Yesteryear | — | May book releasesYesteryear+3 | — | 1h 04m 33s | ||
| 4/21/26 | book recommendationsbooksellers+3 | — | Patreon | — | booksbookstore+3 | — | 1h 07m 51s | ||
| 4/14/26 | new releasesbook vetting+3 | — | — | — | new releasesbook reviews+3 | — | 57m 01s | ||
| 4/7/26 | book recommendationsreader tips+3 | — | Patreon | — | book recommendationsreading+3 | — | 1h 01m 58s | ||
| 3/31/26 | book releasesApril books+3 | — | — | — | April booksnew releases+3 | — | 51m 18s | ||
| 3/24/26 | independent bookstorescommunity building+3 | Terresa | Black Garnet Books | — | indie bookstorecommunity+3 | — | 57m 13s | ||
| 3/17/26 | new releasesbookish expectations+3 | — | — | — | new releasesbook expectations+3 | — | 1h 03m 14s | ||
| 3/10/26 | celebrity book clubsreading tastes+2 | — | — | — | celebrity book clubsreading+3 | — | 1h 04m 09s | ||
| 3/3/26 | book recommendationsupcoming releases+3 | — | — | — | March booksbook talk+3 | — | 52m 23s | ||
| 2/24/26 | independent bookstoreslocal reading communities+3 | Gayle | Wonderland BooksMissing Sam+1 | Bethesda, MD | indie bookstoreWonderland Books+6 | — | 1h 14m 03s | ||
| 2/17/26 | new book releasesbookish behavior+3 | — | — | — | book talknew releases+3 | — | 1h 01m 29s | ||
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Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Tina @tbretc and Hannah @hanpickedbooks are independent podcast creators known for their engaging discussions around literature and book recommendations. Their chemistry enhances the listener experience, as they share insights from their personal reading journeys and professional backgrounds in the literary world. "Book Talk, etc." stands out by focusing on book recommendations that cater to a diverse audience, helping listeners expand their to-be-read lists. The podcast features a conversational format, where the hosts discuss various genres, highlight new releases, and occasionally invite guest authors, making it a dynamic platform for book lovers. With an estimated listener range of 264K to 835K, the podcast attracts avid readers seeking fresh content and thoughtful commentary on books. Listeners value the hosts' authentic recommendations and the community feel of the show, which fosters a love for reading and discovery of new titles.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 6.3K
- Total plays: 84K
- Total reviews: 630
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 1
Castbox
- Followers: 331
- Plays: 17K
YouTube
- Subscribers: 5.3K
- Views: 67K
- Videos: 127
Podcast App
- Followers: 638
- Reviews: 629
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 74
- Reviews: 1
Audience
general
Key insights
What the show covers
- book recommendations
- TBR growth
- genre exploration
- reading challenges
Audience interests
- book recommendations
- reading habits
- author interviews
- literary discussions
Platform reach
- specific platforms unknown
- potential for broad distribution
- audience engagement opportunities
- social media presence suggested
Publishing consistency
- weekly episodes
- five years active
- 249 episodes total
- reliable content schedule
Chart history for Book Talk, etc.
Peaked at #31 in IS, currently #31 in IS.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS | — | #31 | #31 | — |
| United States | — | #55 | #55 | — |
| India | — | #59 | #59 | — |
| SA | — | #64 | #64 | — |
| United Kingdom | — | #69 | #69 | — |
| Canada | — | #76 | #76 | — |
| IS | — | #93 | #93 | — |
| SG | — | #98 | #98 | — |
| RO | — | #100 | #100 | — |
| India | — | #101 | #101 | — |
| CZ | — | #108 | #108 | — |
| SA | — | #109 | #109 | — |
| New Zealand | — | #144 | #144 | — |
| United States | — | #156 | #156 | — |
| South Africa | — | #159 | #159 | — |
| Norway | — | #166 | #166 | — |
| Canada | — | #170 | #170 | — |
| PH | — | #185 | #185 | — |
| United Kingdom | — | #188 | #188 | — |
| Brazil | — | #192 | #192 | — |
Chart Positions
20 placements across 14 markets.
Chart Positions
20 placements across 14 markets.