Talk Wordy
Welcome to TALK WORDY, where bestselling romance and fantasy author, Sydney Applegate, dives into the wonderfully chaotic world of books, TV, movies, and writing—with a healthy dose of humor and the occasional personal overshare. Whether you're a fellow word nerd or just here for the hot takes and plot twists, you're in the right place, so settle in as I talk wordy to you *wink*
Episodes
Hi friends! This episode is near and dear to my heart because I got to spend it with longtime online pal, Haley St. John. Christian bookish content creator, social media icon, and now, bookish business owner! Check out her pages and author services--you'll thank me later! Thanks for tuning in (Recorded September 2026).
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Hi guys! BIG life updates over here beyond the pod. Feeling nosy about my personal and professional life? This is the episode for you. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded September 2026).
Friends, I'm still flailing from the passing of Dolly Parton and Tim Curry in the span of 24 hours, so here are my unsolicited picks for who we need to pray for and keep on a VERY close watch. Celebrity deaths are like the cherry on top to my first year teaching stress, and I'd like to go ONE WEEK without tragic news. Do you agree with my picks? Thanks for tuning in!
FRIENDS!!! WELCOME TO SEASON THREE OF TALK WORDY!!! Can't believe we're one year and 70 episodes deep into this thing, as it's such a passion of mine. Today's episode is with my lovely friend Nikki as we chat all about her debut novel, A SECOND SHOT. Her and I are both authors AND photographers, so it was so fun getting to gab on and on about shared passions, secret projects, and just gush over our friendship. Couldn't have picked ...
YOU GUYS!!! My first ever repeat guest is officially back on the pod! Any time I'm with Lauren Rowe, I'm having a blast, laughing my face off, and gushing about the latests songs I'm listening to. I got to help her celebrate the release of CHASING THE RING, and now, get your hands on the second book in the series, CHASING THE RUSH! Thanks for tuning in for another episode (Recorded February 2026).
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Hey y'all! Back at it again with another bucket list author episode with the one and only Naina Kumar! Today's episode drop is also the official release date for JUST A HIGHLAND FLING, which I had the absolute joy to arc read. Be sure to go check her out at the links below, and thanks for tuning in! xoxo (Recorded February 2026).
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Hi friends! If you're watching this the day it releases, happy "JULY 17th...WHAT A NIGHT!!!" As your resident Mamma Mia fanatic, I thought I'd give you all the details on what makes a mamma mia summer, what ABBA tunes I'm blasting, and my thoughts on a third movie in the franchise. Thanks so much for tuning in! (Recorded July 2026).
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Hey y'all! Happy episode release AND book release to today's guest, Jeffe Kennedy aka Jennifer K. Lambert. AMONG THE THORNS, the sequel to the bestselling NEVER THE ROSES, is officially available now and I highly encourage you to go read it. Jeffe is absolutely delightful in person and I hope you can feel it through our recording. Thanks so much for tuning in (Recorded February 2026).
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Hey party people! My Lovelit episodes are starting to come to a close, but before they do, today's features Sienna Harlow, and incredible indie author of the CROWN OF ELLOVA duology. Be sure to go check out her and her books at the links below, and thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026).
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Hey friends! Today's episode is with the wonderful Vanessa King, author of ELLIE HAYES AND THE HIMBOS and A CERTAIN APPEAL. She was such a breath of fresh air, and I always love to chat with a fellow Texan. Thanks for tuning in and be sure to check her out at the links down below. (Recorded February 2026).
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AND THEY WERE ROOMMATES (omg they were roommates)!!! Today's episode is with the incredible Meredith Schorr,
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Hi y'all! Back with another episode to near the end of my lovelit interviews I did back in February! Today, I'm showing y'all my awesome chat with Rona D, where we talked all about female friendships and her two amazing novels. Be sure to go check her out, read her books, and enjoy the episode. Love y'all!
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writing parts of yourself into your fictional characters - feat. kayla olson
Hey y'all! This episode is extra special because I got to sit down and chat with one of my most special author friends, Kayla Olson--the USA Today Bestselling author of YA sci-fi and adult romance titles. Be sure to go read her newest release, THE GREAT OUTDOORS, which is out now with Atria! Thanks so much for tuning in (Recorded February 2026).
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GUYS!!! What a fun change of pace today's episode is. I got to sit down with Livy Lynn, editor and founder of Crown of Beauty Magazine, and chat in depth about her journey to building this publication, the books she's written, and her faith journey. As a Christian creative writing in the secular romance space, it can be hard to fit in with most of my peers, so chatting with Livy was such a breath of fresh air. Go check out Crown of...
Hey y'all! Today's episode is from my chat with Brittany Larsen back in February at Love Lit, but I've been saving it for the perfect beach read moment. With fourth of July right around the corner and white sands of Florida calling out to me, it's time I share this one with you guys. Thanks for tuning in and be sure to go follow today's guest at the links below. (Recorded February 2026).
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Hey y'all! Coming at you with a Saturday episode to celebrate summerween (and summer solstice) featuring the lovely bestselling author Ciara Blume. Whether you're wanting something mystical or moving, she's got the perfect book for you, and this episode gives you some great insight into some of her work. Thanks so much for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026).
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Hey party people! Back at again with another episode, this time featuring the wonderful Stacey Rhoades! Her and I seriously hit it off back in February at Love Lit and I'm so giddy to FINALLY share our recording together since it's summer break. Be sure to go read UNTIL WE'RE DUST which is available now and stream this episode with your toes in the sand or out by the pool. Thanks for tuning in!
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Hey y'all! There's been a few incredible moments in my podcasting journey where I think to myself "no way is this person actually sitting across from me and giving me the time of day"...and THIS was one of those moments. Join me and USA Today Bestselling author, Joss Richard, as we chat about IT'S DIFFERENT THIS TIME, LET'S KISS AND TELL, and more! Thanks so much for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026).
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Hey party people! Today's episode is one I've been giddy about for a while, as it celebrates the book release of a sweet friend of mine, Kathryn Basham. And while I'm beyond happy for her accomplishment, I must warn you...this book is SAD. Nay, TRAGIC! I must alert you to the need to acquire many tissue boxes for this one, but if you've been in need of a tragic romance, this is the one for you! Kathryn is an absolute doll and I kno...
Hey y'all! Happy pride month, happy June, and happy SUMMER BREAK!!! Kicking off the new month with an interview I did with NYT bestselling author CB Lee back in February that covers all things cozy fantasy, queer joy, and the beauty of middle grade fiction. You won't want to miss this one. Thanks for tuning in (Recorded February 2026).
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