The Open Books
Amber and Colby are two New Orleans best friends who share a passion for chatting about books, pop culture, and real life. They are serving up hot takes on juicy reads, tv, movies, music and their personal lives. Think book club meets girls' night. Dive in for thrillers, laughs, and stories that hit home. Open the book, join the club. 🎧 New episodes every Wednesday Connect with us on socials to stay in touch! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/openbookspodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theopenbookspodcast ✉️openbooks504@gmail.com Intro Music by Colby Deffes: @djcolbyd_neworleans & love-3lau
Episodes
HEY YALL! With the brand new movie being released this weekend, we went back to our roots and re-read one of our favorite books, The Housemaid, by Freida McFadden! We loved this thriller so much, and have read so many more books by Mrs. McFadden! We break down the summary and plot of the book, go over questions, and chat about what we are most excited about to see the book to movie adaptation. If you want a refresh be...
HI YALL! Amber and Colby are back with an ABC special episode! We go over the final episodes of DANCING WITH THE STARS! We give our full thoughts on the finalist and Whitney's Call Her Daddy freestyle. Robert and Whitney took the win, but did they deserve it? Tune in to find out!
Then we go over the DRAMATIC and INSANE new season of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Jesse, Marciano, Demi, OH MY! This season had so man...
Welcome back to The Open Books Podcast! Amber and Colby are back with another book club episode for you. Join us in this captivating episode of our book club podcast as we delve into "Forget Me Not" by Stacy Willingham. Claire digs into her past after spending her entire life running away from it. The secrets she unravels about her dead sister and her distant mother are INSANE! We explore themes of memory, ...
Welcome back to The Open Books Podcast! Amber and Colby are back with another "Hot Off the Shelf" episode for you. We are diving in to this falls hot gossip and recapping: Love is Blind madness, the mess of reality tv like The Bachelor, chatting about new Hollywood classic remakes, and Taylor Swifts new album and all the hate its getting!Â
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This week, we sit down with the incredible Dr. Lucinda Berry: psychologist, trauma researcher, bestselling author, and the brilliant mind behind some of the most binge-worthy thrillers out there. We chat about everything from her early days in psychology to her time on Dr. Phil, her transition into writing full-time, and how motherhood shaped her creative world. We dive deep into her brand-new audiobook This Is a Safe...
Welcome back to The Open Books Podcast! Amber and Colby are back with another TBR episode for you.Â
Join us in this episode as we dive into our TBR (To Be Read) lists, sharing our current reads and book goals. Plus, get some thrilling fall book recommendations perfect for cozying up during the cooler months. Whether you're a thriller fan or just looking for your next gripping read, this episode has something for e...
Join us in this exciting episode as we dive into the latest trending and hottest topics in the book news world. We discuss the upcoming adaptation of The Last Mrs. Parrish and J.Lo starring in it, explore how authors are using AI to write books, share insights about the upcoming HBO show Welcome to Derry, and Ryan Gosling starring in Project Hail Mary, and the star of Netflix's hit show Adolescence new book serie...
Welcome back to The Open Books Podcast! Amber and Colby are back with another KILLER episode for you. In this episode, we dive into our recent book club read, Too Old for This by Samantha Downing. Join us as we discuss the compelling characters, AKA an old woman ex serial killer turned bingo lover, the thrilling plot twists about what happens when she is confronted about her past, and the themes that kept us turning t...
Welcome back to The Open Books Podcast! Amber and Colby are back with another DWTS episode for you. Get ready to hit the dance floor with us! In this mid-season recap, we're breaking down all the drama, the stunning performances, and the unforgettable moments from Dancing with the Stars, especially during dedication night!Â
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Welcome back to The Open Books Podcast! Amber and Colby are back with another fabulous episode for you.Â
In this episode, we dive into the relatable and often unspoken experiences that many girls share. From everyday challenges like your cycle to unique perspectives, join us as we explore the things only girls truly understand. Perfect for a good laugh and a dose of shared insight!
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Welcome back to The Open Books Podcast! Amber and Colby are back with another fabulous episode for you.
From Love Thy Nader’s wild drama to The Summer I Turned Pretty’s emotional finale, and Netflix’s new catfish obsession Unknown Number, we’re breaking it all down! Join your favorite NOLA girls as we spill our takes, share our unfiltered reactions, and chat about everything we’re currently watching (and loving).
If yo...
In this episode, Amber & Colby get into the holiday spirit and talk all things spooky season heading into fall.Â
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In this episode, Amber & Colby chat about Coachella 2026, Justin and Hailey Bieber's big news (Swag II & Rhode is Sephora), Love Island Games 2025, and VMA 2025 winners and losers.
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In this episode, Amber & Colby break down the Dancing with the Stars Season 34 premiere. They discuss the celebrity cast, standout dances, and judge drama. Tune in for their hot takes.
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In this episode, Amber & Colby dive into another Off the Shelf covering Taylor Swift's first podcast appearance, the newest season of Bachelor in Paradise, Hailey Bieber's $1 billion dollar sale of Rhode Skincare, and more!
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In this episode, Amber & Colby discuss We Are All Guilty Here by Karin Slaughter. An instant #1 New York Times bestseller! The first thrilling mystery in the new North Falls series from Karin Slaughter, New York Times bestselling author of Pretty Girls and the Will Trent Series. Welcome to North Falls—a small town where everyone knows everyone. Or so they think. Until the night of the fireworks.Â
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In this episode, Amber & Colby recap their thoughts on these two popular shows going around social media.
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In this episode, Amber & Colby reflect on an incredible life changing natural disaster, Hurricane Katrina. Tune in to hear their stories and experience as kids when the Category 5 storm hit their hometown.
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In this episode, Amber & Colby catch up on Love Island with some post villa updates. They discuss what the reality stars have been up to following the shows end and even some notable appearances.
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In this episode, Amber & Colby play a fun game of Smash or Pass - but it's all things book related.
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