Gone Before Goodbye
Harlan Coben
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The episode highlighted the book for its abundance of quotable moments, noting memorable lines from a plane scene and a particularly vivid "sperm everywhere" remark. The host cited several striking quotes to illustrate its punchy dialogue. Overall, the discussion positioned it as an entertaining read with notable one‑liners.
It was discussed as having many quotable moments, with memorable lines from the plane and the scene where the character mentions 'sperm everywhere.'
I just shit in the street.
Help me, I'm poor.
You cannot trust anybody.
You don't have a husband.
Mom, go fuck yourself.
They recalled watchingLord of the Ringswhile buzzed in a hotel bed before getting ready for the night.
And we always went in the morning to the hotel and we would get a little bit buzzed and lay in the bed and watch like Lord of the Rings or like Harry Potter before we got ready for the night.
— Episode: BONUS: Shamrocks, Shots & Shenanigans
They recalled watchingLord of the Ringswhile buzzed in a hotel bed before getting ready for the night.
And we always went in the morning to the hotel and we would get a little bit buzzed and lay in the bed and watch like Lord of the Rings or like Harry Potter before we got ready for the night.
7 Steps to Living Your Best Life
The title was recommended by a TikTok user and Lala found it useful for her manifestation practice. She described using the journal portion to write as if she were already living her dream life, noting that it helped her focus on her goals. The episode highlighted the book as a practical tool for visualizing and achieving personal aspirations.
It was a book recommended by a TikTok user, and it helped Lala with her manifestation practice. Lala wrote in the journal as if she was already living her dream life.
I got Lala this Manifestation book. It's the same one I've been using and I saw this. I'm so sorry I forgot the username but I saw this girl on Tick Tock and her name is Laura G.A.L.E.B.E. and it is so it's on Amazon for like eleven dollars and she tells you in the beginning of the book how to do this Manifesting practice.
So basically you guys what it is is like you write. I don't use the planner part of the thing of the Manifestation journal which is like the timing and stuff but you basically just write it as if you're living your dream life.
During the episode, guest Anne Winters said she read the book while out of work and was drawn to its blend of 90s pop culture, drama, and contemporary social issues. She praised it as a perfect fit for a screen adaptation, noting she had optioned it and secured a deal with Universal Studios. Her enthusiasm indicated she considered the title highly recommendable.
The podcast guest, Anne Winters, mentioned that she is producing the screen adaptation of this book, which she read while she was out of work due to Covid-19. She enjoyed the book because it combined elements of 90s pop culture, drama and current social issues.
I read this book. I was a part of this book of the month club. It was like new books that would come out and I was like have nothing else to do So I'm just gonna read this
It was like new books that would come out and I was like have nothing else to do So I'm just gonna read this Anyway, I read it the authors from Austin, Texas and this book is basically like all my favorite things.
It's like pop in the 90s like kind of Spice Girls era with all the drama and all the New age stuff of the me too and things like that that are happening nowadays like all in this Book
Also just a pop star in like Christina Aguilera and like that whole just that whole 90s 2000s was my jam My vibe so when I read this I was like this could totally be made into such a really cool story right now
Yeah, so I optioned the book. I took it to fuzzy door They signed on now have Universal Studios on it and we have a showrunner
Vasectomy Retired, Baby Maker, Vasectomy Survivor, Funny Saying For Vasectomy Survivor With Humor, ... Or Notebook (6X9 Inches) With 120 Pages.
The book was brought up during a conversation about the Roe v Wade decision, where the host emphasized strong views on bodily autonomy and reproductive rights. The discussion focused on personal experiences and the broader impact of the issue rather than evaluating the title itself.
The book's subject matter was brought up during a discussion about the Roe vs Wade decision, with the speaker expressing strong opinions on bodily autonomy and reproductive rights.
This is my fucking body and how dare you think you have the right to tell me what the fuck to do with it.
This is a topic who has affected me personally, women who I know personally, people I don't even know it's affected.
Playdate Adventures with Family and Friends
The author explained that the book originated as a personal project for her stepchildren and grew into an effort to showcase blended and diverse families in children's literature, which she felt were lacking in stores. She and the host noted its playful title and highlighted that it was available through major retailers worldwide. The discussion emphasized the book’s purpose and accessibility for families seeking representation.
It was initially written for her stepchildren and evolved into a project focused on representing blended families and diverse family units in children's literature, as she felt they were underrepresented in bookstores and toy stores.
She is an author of a book called How We Blend, which is a children's book.
So you can get the book online at Amazon. Okay, so it's called Howie Blend.
So literally the little boy's name is Howie and his last name is Blend.
A little play on words.
So you can find it on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, I believe Walmart in the UK. There's WHSmith. It's global.
In the episode, AJ Gibson disclosed that he authored the title and noted that it could be purchased through his website. The mention was purely informational, with no explicit endorsement or critique.
AJ Gibson mentioned that he is an author, and that he wrote a book titled 'Flipping the Script', which is available on his website.
And there's also I am a public speaker. I do a lot of other side things. But true story, I can't get AJ Gibson on Instagram. So it's underscore AJ Gibson, because there's a mother in, I think, North Dakota whose daughter does ballet who has the name AJ Gibson.
You can find everything there. I also I'm an author. I wrote a book called Flipping the Script. You can buy a copy there.
An Extraordinary Moment (A Parker Curry Book)
The book was highlighted as being inspired by a viral photo of Parker looking at a Michelle Obama portrait and had become a New York Times bestseller. Jessica Curry explained that the moment at the National Portrait Gallery prompted her to write it, and Lala Kent praised Parker's presence in it. The hosts presented it as an uplifting story that resonated with listeners.
It was inspired by a viral photo of Parker looking at a Michelle Obama portrait, and it became a New York Times bestseller. It includes her and her sister Ava, as Ava was also present that day.
I just looked at that portrait and it just inspired me to write a book.
So we took them to the National Portrait Gallery because I wanted them to see the portrait of Michelle Obama that had just been unveiled.
And that picture, as you said, subsequently went viral. And I think really inspired a lot of people. And inspired a lot of little kids.
And we've been fortunate that we've had the opportunity to write Parker Looks Up, which is about that moment.
And Parker shines on. Of course. We can't forget that one. Can't forget Parker shines on.
the lure, the loss and the law
Tina Swithin discussed the book on the episode, sharing her own experience with narcissistic abuse and divorce while highlighting how it helped her recognize red flags and navigate the legal system, including terminating parental rights. She praised the book for educating listeners about personality disorders and offering practical guidance for those in similar situations.
Tina Swithin, the author, discussed the book's content in the context of her personal experience with narcissistic abuse and divorce, offering insights into navigating such situations.
I'm overall so thankful that this topic has had such a presence because it's so important that we're talking about it, that we're educating the next generation on it because I surely wasn't, you know, aware of the red flags and all of those things which is how I ended up in this situation.
I've talked to a lot of psychologists about this. They skim right past personality disorders. I mean, they read the textbook definition of what it means.
I've heard they go from from therapists, like I said, the small percentage that are very well versed on this topic. They have said narcissism and sociopaths go hand in hand. So not all narcissists are sociopaths, but all sociopaths are narcissists.
I successfully terminated his parental rights, which is almost unheard of in the family court system.
I represented myself in family court and I was up against him, his attorneys over the years. He circled through, cycled through them.
Lauryn praised the author’s bold, unapologetic personality and said she had read all of her titles, finding them inspiring and entertaining. She highlighted how the author leveraged relationships and defied conventional expectations, describing the works as a source of obsession for her. The discussion conveyed a strong, positive endorsement of the book.
Lauryn expressed her admiration for Zsa Zsa Gabor and her life, and mentioned reading her books, which she found inspiring, particularly in relation to Gabor's outspoken nature and ability to leverage her relationships.
She's had eight husbands and she she made money off each husband so that okay came a gazillion are off each husband I just think it's funny She like played the game against the guys back in the day Like she just went in no prenup and just like you got to read her books.
She's really inspired Really? She's unapologetically herself She like she just really was someone who was outspoken in that day and age and she didn't play by the rules
I've read all her books and I would always tell Michael I'm obsessed with Zaza Gabor I'm obsessed with Zaza Gabor over and over and finally one day. He's like it's Zaza
Conversations with ...
The book was highlighted by Ben Mankiewicz as a collection of Peter Bogdanovich's interviews with classic film directors such as Hitchcock, John Ford, Orson Welles, and Howard Hawks, gathered from his early work as a film writer. He described it as a wonderful compilation that offers unique insights into cinema history. The mention conveyed strong enthusiasm for the title.
It was mentioned as a book written by Peter Bogdanovich, containing interviews he'd conducted with classic film directors, including Hitchcock and Orson Welles.
Peter did all these wonderful interviews with classic film directors Hitchcock John Ford Orson Welles, Howard Hawks many others including dating back to the silent era before he became a director when he was a film writer a Very good one wrote for Esquire magazine most free Wow And he compiled them into a wonderful book called Who the Devil Made It
Escaping Scientology and Fighting for the Woman I Love
It was mentioned as a best-selling book written by Ben Mankiewicz's father, focusing on Richard Nixon.
He wrote two really good books On Nixon his first book was a bestseller was called Perfectly Clear
— Episode: and Ben Mankiewicz
It was mentioned as a best-selling book written by Ben Mankiewicz's father, focusing on Richard Nixon.
He wrote two really good books On Nixon his first book was a bestseller was called Perfectly Clear
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The book was highlighted as a practical guide for showbiz children and their parents, offering strategies to launch a career. It was recommended by Julia Roberts's agent to Emile's father as a useful resource for navigating the entertainment industry.
The hosts mentioned that their child was watching The Grinch on the couch while they were speaking, noting that the child remained attentive despite the distraction.
It doesn't matter, though. Because even if she is upstairs playing with her toys, if she is on the couch watching The Grinch and you see her laser focused, she's still listening to what you're saying.
— Episode: The One About The One That Got Away
The hosts mentioned that their child was watching The Grinch on the couch while they were speaking, noting that the child remained attentive despite the distraction.
It doesn't matter, though. Because even if she is upstairs playing with her toys, if she is on the couch watching The Grinch and you see her laser focused, she's still listening to what you're saying.
A Novel
The hosts listed Harriet Tubman and then mentioned "The Underground Railroad" as a notable reference while discussing potential dinner guests.
Harriet Tubman. The Underground Railroad.
— Episode: BONUS: The Threesome Dinner
The hosts listed Harriet Tubman and then mentioned "The Underground Railroad" as a notable reference while discussing potential dinner guests.
Harriet Tubman. The Underground Railroad.
Samurai, Shogun and Zen
The host mentioned that they began reading the title and found it to be very good, highlighting its engaging coverage of shogun-era history. Their brief comment indicated a positive impression and a recommendation to listeners.
The host recalled starting the novel and found it to be very good.
Shogun.
Shogun's good. I did start that and it was really good.
The hosts mentioned the novel as a New York Times bestseller and highlighted it during the Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club segment.
This week, Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club goes live from Apple Soho in New York City. With Reese Witherspoon and Harlan Coben. The powerhouse team behind Gone Before Goodbye. Now a N...
— Episode: Don’t Listen To This Episode Without A B...
The hosts mentioned the novel as a New York Times bestseller and highlighted it during the Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club segment.
This week, Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club goes live from Apple Soho in New York City. With Reese Witherspoon and Harlan Coben. The powerhouse team behind Gone Before Goodbye. Now a New York Times bestseller.
This week, Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club goes live from Apple Soho in New York City. With Reese Witherspoon and Harlan Coben. The powerhouse team behind Gone Before Goodbye. Now a New York Times bestseller.
They joked about a child getting stuck in a dryer and referenced the original "Stuart Little" story, noting the character was small and mentioning the "OG" version rather than the movie.
Stuart Little. Did Stuart do that? ... Yeah, but he- Did he get roasted? No, he went into the- The washer instead, but the cat closed him in there. And he did. And he started it. He w...
— Episode: BONUS: Dangerous Things You Did As A Kid...
They joked about a child getting stuck in a dryer and referenced the original "Stuart Little" story, noting the character was small and mentioning the "OG" version rather than the movie.
Stuart Little. Did Stuart do that? ... Yeah, but he- Did he get roasted? No, he went into the- The washer instead, but the cat closed him in there. And he did. And he started it. He went on to the rinse cycle. And did he drown and that's how the movie ends? ... I'm talking about the OG one.
Stuart Little. He was small, obviously.
A Newbery Honor Award Winner
The guest recalled watching the book as a child, which sparked her love for a pig named Wilbur and led her to become vegetarian.
I had just finished watching Charlotte's Web. And I fell in love with Wilbur, the pig. And it just so happened that that night, my dad was making ham. I connected the dots at that age...
— Episode: True Blue Vegan Jamie Lynne
The guest recalled watching the book as a child, which sparked her love for a pig named Wilbur and led her to become vegetarian.
I had just finished watching Charlotte's Web. And I fell in love with Wilbur, the pig. And it just so happened that that night, my dad was making ham. I connected the dots at that age.
The Little Mermaid, Thumbelina, The Princess and the Pea and many more classic stories (Classic European Fairytales)
The hosts dismissed Thumbelina as the worst of the princess movies, describing her as a pocketsized princess waiting for a prince to rescue her.
Thumbelina, which is the worst of them all. What's Thumbelina? She's a pocketsized princess. She waits for this guy, this prince to come save her.
— Episode: The One About You’re A Hot Mess! Get It...
The hosts dismissed Thumbelina as the worst of the princess movies, describing her as a pocketsized princess waiting for a prince to rescue her.
Thumbelina, which is the worst of them all. What's Thumbelina? She's a pocketsized princess. She waits for this guy, this prince to come save her.
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