The Book Lisp with Jon Ryan & Sarah Colonna

The Book Lisp with Jon Ryan & Sarah Colonna

The Book Lisp is a weekly Book Club Podcast starring the wedded Jon Ryan & Sarah Colonna. Every month Jon & Sarah will hilariously review 1 book; one month from (NFL Superbowl Champion) Jon's library of Romance, the next month from (Comedian-Actress) Sarah's shelf of Psycological Thrillers Buckle. Up.

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May 12, 2025 47 mins

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It's week 2 of your May Book Lisp. As always, no book spoilers until week 4, so Jon & Sarah talk about topics inspired by this month's read "Beach Vibes...

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It's week 2 of your May Book Lisp. As always, no book spoilers until week 4, so Jon & Sarah talk about topics inspired by this month's read "Beach Vibes" by Susan Mallery.

The pros and cons of moving back in with family, overprotective siblings (and some who kept the cleat chasers away from Jon), posting a photo after a first date, living it up in a Motel 6, and more. Enjoy!

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May 5, 2025 45 mins

It's week 1 of your May Book Lisp. As always, no book spoilers until week 4, so Jon & Sarah talk about topics inspired by this month's read: "Beach Vibes" by Susan Mallery.

Public proposals, being one-upped when you plan a romantic event, friends picking sides when a relationship ends, and so much more. Lispen up.

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April 28, 2025 53 mins

It's week 4 of your April Book Lisp - and you know what that means: it's time for the full discussion of this month's pick: "Then She Was Gone" by Lisa Jewell.

Did Laurel ignore too many red flags? Did Floyd have any redeemable qualities? Can Hanna catch a break from her mom? All of this and SO MUCH MORE as we dive deep into this suspenseful read.

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It's week 3 of your April Book Lisp. As always, no book spoilers until week 4, so Jon & Sarah talk about random topics inspired by this month's read: "Then She Was Gone" by Lisa Jewell.

Trusting your gut, paying friends and family to do things for you, stingy bartenders and creepy kids. We have it all today. Enjoy!

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April 14, 2025 49 mins

It's week 2 of your April Book Lisp. As always, no book spoilers until week 4, so Jon & Sarah talk about things going on in their life as well as topics inspired by this month's read: "Then She Was Gone" by Lisa Jewell.

Montana recap. Paying attention to red flags, green flags - all the flags. Alarms on hotel room doors to keep wives out. How often does lighting strike? And much more.

Enjoy!

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April 7, 2025 44 mins

It's week 1 of your April Book Lisp. As always, no book spoilers until week 4, so Jon & Sarah talk about things inspired by this month's read: "Then She Was Gone" by Lisa Jewell.

Sarah discusses how her divorced parents hanging out with each other was a positive thing - but she made it weird. Jon ponders why the world loves true crime, and both Jon & Sarah agree that the there only needs to be one "talker" in the room.

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When you have 5 Mondays in a month, you get a special treat! Jon and Sarah were so excited to talk to Susan Powter on today's pod.

A fun and insightful interview with author, nutrition & fitness icon, and all around amazing human - Susan Powter. Her latest book "And Then Em Died...Stop the Insanity! - A Memoir" is a compelling read.

Don't miss this episode, Lispen now.

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March 24, 2025 58 mins

It's week 4 of your March Book Lisp - and that means it's time to fully discuss Jon's pick: "What Alice Forgot" by Liane Moriarty.  Sarah and Jon both loved this book.

Controversial endings, frustrating moments from Alice's loved ones, flipped scripts, and a couple of readers just rooting for everyone - we have lots to say. Lispen up!

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March 17, 2025 45 mins

It's week 3 of your March Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, we discuss some things that relate to this month's pick: "What Alice Forgot," by Liane Moriarty.

How relationships change over time (for better and for worse), whether Sarah would want to know what went wrong if she woke up to a major change, and since the ending of this book is a love it or hate it - Jon brings up controversial TV series endings. Enjoy!

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March 10, 2025 46 mins

It's week 2 of your March Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, we discuss some things that relate to this month's pick: "What Alice Forgot," by Liane Moriarty.

Sarah thinks if she lost 10 years, her 29 year old brain would really think she scored seeing her 39 year old self - "who cares how I got here, it's awesome," while Jon would need a spreadsheet for how much has changed for him in that time. And they both get into di...

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March 3, 2025 48 mins

It’s week 1 of your March Book Lisp & Jon’s pick is “What Alice Forgot” by Liane Moriarty. With no  spoilers until week 4, we get into conversations off the book’s topic.

Jon discusses his own memory loss from concussions, going temporarily color blind, and who is allowed to laugh about it all. Plus, it’s shocking Sarah never fell off a Spin bike like Alice, bar trivia gone wrong and much more. Lispen up!

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February 24, 2025 56 mins

It's week 4 of your February Book Lisp and that means it's time for the full discussion of this month's read: The New Wife by Sue Watson.

Jon thought he knew who the murderer was all along (he didn't). Sarah wants to know what happened at the fire pit, and Jon takes us off the rails when he compares Kate to "Carmen Sandiego." Plus, so many more thoughts and insights await you. Go Lispen!

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February 17, 2025 50 mins

It's week 3 of your February Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, we discuss some subjects that relate to "The New Wife" by Sue Watson, and have lots of laughs.

Messy friends, protective moms, marriages that aren't what they seem, Jon's pregnancy scare (you read that right) & more. Lispen up! We have fun.

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February 10, 2025 48 mins

It's week 2 of your February Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, we discuss some things that relate to "The New Wife" by Sue Watson.

First homes (and things that happen in them), living where nobody can hear you scream, and staircase incidents. Plus, Jon shares a wild story from last week involving a 3am police call, his Nana shames a "flasher," & more. Go Lispen!

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February 3, 2025 47 mins

It’s week 1 of your February Book Lisp.  With no book spoilers until week 4, we discuss a theme of the “The New Wife” by Sue Watson - being the “single friend.”

Jon & Sarah kick off February’s Book Lisp with stories and thoughts on what it’s like to be - like Georgie - the single friend.  They both have had plenty of experience with this: from wanting or not wanting to be invited to “couples gatherings,” to why people feel sorry for...

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It’s week 4 of your January Book Lisp - and you know what that means: time discuss our thoughts on The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo.

Jon and Sarah discuss their favorite husbands, which character had the most “growth,” how Evelyn changed Monique’s life, whether or not Evelyn is “likable,” and so much more. Listen as they dive in to all things Evelyn Hugo.

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January 20, 2025 51 mins

It’s week 3 of your January Book Lisp.

With no book spoilers until week 4, Jon & Sarah attempt to cast the Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo movie, discuss famous books made into movies, as well as who needs to stay out of movies.  Plus, they reveal their dream interviews, Jon goes on an unexpected Harry Potter rant, someone mentions “Fairy Porn,” and more.  Enjoy!

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January 13, 2025 42 mins

It’s week 2 of your January Book Lisp. With no book spoilers until week 4, but on theme with “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo,” we discuss celebrity marriages, the cost of fame, and Sarah discusses her experience of what it’s like to write a memoir for a famous person. Enjoy! 

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January 6, 2025 46 mins

It’s week 1 of your January Book Lisp. As usual, no spoilers until week 4.

Since “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo” mentions several Hollywood spots, Sarah & Jon discuss the ones they have been to, and Sarah shares stories of a famous one she worked at for years - including the most unappealing proposition she received.

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