About this episode
Is it hot in here? Luke's diving into the world of spicy books!
It's time to unpack all things "smut," why its blown up as a genre, and the best reading recommendations if you're looking for something a little more saucy.
- (00:00) Intro
- (00:39) Listener Suggestion: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab
- (02:34) Smut in Literature and Its Place in Culture
- (03:25) A Male Perspective: Shame and Barriers
- (04:18) Calling Tiona Page (Author and Friend)
- (07:44) Smut as Empowerment for Women
- (13:25) Creating A Community
- (13:56) Discovering Monster Smut
- (18:11) A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Mass
- (18:58) The Witch Collector by Charissa Weaks
- (19:30) Morning Glory Milking Farm by C.M. Nascosta
- (20:53) Call to Listeners: Share Your Smut Stories and Favorite Books
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