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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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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Most discussed topics
Brands & references
Total monthly reach
Estimated from 12 chart positions in 12 markets.
By chart position
- 🇺🇸US · Books#6130K to 100K
- 🇬🇧GB · Books#1715K to 30K
- 🇮🇳IN · Books#1101K to 10K
- 🇪🇸ES · Books#1271K to 10K
- 🇰🇷KR · Books#1691K to 10K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
15K to 63K🎙 Daily cadence·249 episodes·Last published 1mo ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
50K to 209K🇺🇸48%🇬🇧14%🇮🇳5%+9 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
15K to 63K6.3K real followers tracked across platforms
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Platform Distribution
Reach across major podcast platforms, updated hourly
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On the show
From 23 epsHosts
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Recent episodes
Reading and Discussing Novellas, Essay Collections, and Short Stories
Jul 21, 2026
55m 53s
Our 10 Best Books of the Year So Far!
Jul 14, 2026
1h 08m 09s
Tackling the TBR Shelf: Reading Through Our Book of the Month Backlist!
Jul 7, 2026
57m 28s
July Books on the Radar (2026)
Jun 30, 2026
53m 42s
From Page to Screen: Books, Movies, and TV Adaptations!
Jun 23, 2026
1h 07m 58s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 #54 in CL, currently #54 in CL.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL | — | #54 | #54 | — |
| United States | — | #61 | #61 | — |
| RO | — | #79 | #79 | — |
| CL | — | #83 | #83 | — |
| TR | — | #92 | #92 | — |
| India | — | #110 | #110 | — |
| Spain | — | #127 | #127 | — |
| AE | — | #141 | #141 | — |
| Finland | — | #145 | #145 | — |
| RO | — | #169 | #169 | — |
| South Korea | — | #169 | #169 | — |
| United Kingdom | — | #171 | #171 | — |
| New Zealand | — | #171 | #171 | — |
| United States | — | #176 | #176 | — |
| TR | — | #177 | #177 | — |
| Brazil | — | #186 | #186 | — |
Chart Positions
16 placements across 12 markets.
Chart Positions
16 placements across 12 markets.