Episodes

Bonus Episode: Stars Jason T. Gaffney & Kevin Held Talk “Analysis Paralysis”

In this special bonus episode, Jeff & Will talk to co-stars Jason T. Gaffney and Kevin Held about the gay romantic comedy Analysis Paralysis. Jason is also the co-writer, co-executive producer and director of the film about a gay author’s overactive imagination that sends him on a hilarious series of romantic misadventures that ultimately lead him to true love.

On February 1, Analysis Paralysis begins a two-week theatrical run at the Palm Springs Cultural Center in Palm Springs, Calif., as part of their Cinema Diverse “Best of the Fest” series. On the film’s opening night, there will be a special reception and screening as well as a post-screening Q&A with Kevin, Jason and his husband and fellow producer Matt Gorlick.

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Episode 172 – Gregory Ashe Talks “Hazard & Somerset,” “Hollow Folk”

Jeff opens the show reminding everyone that his new m/m hockey romance novella, Head in the Game, releases on Thursday, January 24.

The guys discuss movies from this past summer that they’ve finally seen: Solo: A Star Wars StoryThe Spy Who Dumped Me, Skyscraper and Bad Times at the El Royale.

Jeff reviews Looking for Billy Haines by Suzanne Brockmann and Ed Gaffney.

Gregory Ashe talks with Jeff about how he got his start writing as well as his ongoing series Hazard and Somerset and Hollow Folk. He also discusses how he balances writing and his day job as well as what’s coming next from him–including a new trilogy.

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Episode 171 – Lisa’s Five Most Anticipated Books in 2019

The guys open the show by recommending the podcast Chuck and Anthony: Ragnatalk.

Jeff reviews two books by B.G. Thomas: Getting His Man and The Nerd and the Prince. Will reviews The Wolf Around the Corner by Aidee Ladnier.

Lisa offers up five books she’s eagerly anticipating for 2019, which includes titles by Gregory Ashe, Jordan L. Hawk, Jaclyn Osborne, K.D. Edwards and Hailey Turner. Jeff and Will also mention books they’re looking forward to by Bill Konigsberg, Riley Hart and Devon McCormack.

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Episode 170 – K.A. Mitchell’s Origin Story & “Bad in Baltimore”

Jeff opens the show by talking about Head in the Game, his m/m hockey romance novella, which is now up for pre-order ahead of its January 24 release. The guys also thank everyone who listened and helped grow the podcast during 2018.

Will reviews Summerfield’s Angel by Kim Fielding and BFF by K.C. Wells. Jeff reviews Lock & West by Alexander C. Eberhart.

Jeff interviews K.A. Mitchell and finds out how Ken and G.I. Joe helped influence her writing career. They also discuss her Bad in Baltimore series as well as her writing process, the teaching she does for other authors, what tropes she loves and much more.

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Episode 169 – Book Reviews & 2018 Recap

The show kicks off with the guys wishing everyone a Happy New Year.

Jeff talks about the nomination that Schooled (Codename: Winger #2) received in the Goodreads M/M Members’ Choice Best of 2018 awards. Christmas movies are quickly discussed as Jeff & Will wrote about their favorites in blog posts this week. The Kennedy Center Honors, featuring Adam Lambert making Cher cry, is also called out.

The review section kicks off with the Netflix film Dumplin’. Will reviews Peppermint Spiced Omega by Susi Hawke and Better Not Pout by Annabeth Albert. Jeff reviews Game Changer by Rachel Reid.

The reading of 2018 is recapped, including a look at trends and favorites for Jeff & Will. There’s also a peek into their plans for 2019.

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Episode 168 – Narrator John Solo Discusses His 100+ Book Career

The guys start off by wishing everyone a happy, stress-free Christmas.

Jeff kicks off the review portion of the podcast talking about Ravensong by TJ Klune and narrated by Kirt Graves as well as the short story sequel, Lovesong.

Switching over to holiday stories, Will reviews A Cowboy’s Christmas Luck by KC Burn and Christmas Angel by Eli Easton. Jeff discusses Sugar Cookies & Computer Code by Kris Jacen and Christmas Prince by RJ Scott.

Jeff interviews John Solo, who provided the voice for the first book in his Codename: Winger series. John talks about working on Tracker Hacker, which was his first young adult novel. They also discuss how John got involved in narrating audiobooks, his process for recording and what kinds of characters are in his wheelhouse. John also talks about what new audiobooks are coming soon.

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