Join us (Loretta and Emyli) as we celebrate the long awaited... The Plated Prisoner series day! Hang out while we discuss our favorite moments of the first two books, 'Gild' & 'Glint' and the characters within it. We delve into the intricate world of Raven Kennedy's acclaimed fantasy series, discussing the magical laws governing kingdoms, character development, and the emotional trauma faced by the protagonist, Auren. This conversation explores the dynamics of power, manipulation, and the impact of trauma, so please take care while listening.

We also address the most recent controversy surrounding the cancellation of a certain book event, highlighting the community's response and support for affected authors and vendors.

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Xoxo,

Loretta & Emyli

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Happy "Love Day" listeners!!!

Loretta and Emyli are covering everything from the Super Bowl recaps to swoony (and not-so-swoony) cutsie romance novels in this jam packed episode.

From its fan fiction beginnings to its character dynamics, your hostesses critically explore how romance novels handle emotional complexity, tropes, and representation. They compare it to The Hating Game, debate casting choices, and even fan-cast their ideal adaptations.

Expect thoughtful critique, playful banter, and honest takes on modern romance storytelling.

The episode also includes:
Current reads & fresh book recommendations
A Valentine’s Day conversation centered on self-love
A cut-throat review of The Love Hypothesis

If you enjoy conversations about book adaptations, rom-com comparisons, character chemistry, and representation in fiction, this episode belongs in your queue.

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Xoxo,
Loretta & Emyli

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HAPPY SUPERB OWL DAY! MAY THE BEST OWL WIN!

Just kidding, guys... we know ball-- football, and we are bringing you a fun one!

In this episode, Loretta and Emyli are truly putting the fantasy in fantasy football as they blend sports talk, literary fandom, and sharp cultural commentary into one lively conversation. As usual, we kick things off with our personal reading check-ins before shifting into a this weeks theme of fantasy football, the NFL, and the culture surrounding the Super Bowl.

Then comes the main event; our VERY imaginative fan casting, where football players are paired with beloved characters from our favorite fantady, romantasy, and fiction books—proving that fantasy football isn’t just about stats, but storytelling too.

Loretta and Emyli dive into prop bets, game-day traditions, and the pageantry of football fandom, all while keeping the conversation playful and accessible for fans of both books and sports. Perfect for listeners who love fantasy football, NFL culture, bookish conversations, and smart humor, this episode offers a fresh take on the game—one where imagination, analysis, and fun collide.

Anyways, enjoy the Bad Bunny concert!! See you next week!

Xoxo,

Loretta & Emyli

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FanCastic is back! After an extended break, Loretta returns with an exciting update: Emyli officially joins the show as co-host 🎉 Together, they catch up on holiday reads, talk about discovering new books, and dig into how narration can make or break the audiobook experience.

The conversation expands into what’s ahead in the world of stories, from highly anticipated book adaptations to major film releases slated for 2026. Loretta and Emyli share their thoughts on everything from Heated Rivalry,The Odyssey, & Sunrise on the Reaping to yet another Narnia adaptation—and debate whether we really need another Sense and Sensibility.

Along the way, they reflect on why personal experience matters in storytelling, how adaptations shape our relationship with books, and why literature has always been deeply political. The episode wraps with a powerful reminder of the role stories play in activism, awareness, and responding to the world around us.

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Ho ho hold up... its Holiday break time already?!

Well then, Happy Holidays from FanCastic! We gift thee...a new Post Credits, back with a special holiday-themed episode!

In this festive episode, we share our holiday season reads, reveal who was voted "naughty" and "nice", and play a spirited round of the book cover game “Neigh or Sleigh”where covers get judged with holiday flair!

We also reveal our 10 Before the End list, counting down the Top 10 Reads of 2025 that truly defined our year.

Whether you’re relaxing for the holidays or sneaking in a few extra chapters, this bonus episode is the perfect way to wrap up the year with FanCastic.

Thank you for a lovely 2025. Your support, listens, and love for all things fan casting made this debut year so special.

See you in 2026!

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✨ EPISODE 10: PERIOD. — TRIALS & TRIBULATIONS MONTH ✨

We’ve made it to the end of our Trials & Tribulations journey, and it’s only right that we close it out with the most dramatic, emotional, and popular trial on television… Dancing With the Stars Season 34!

Note: This episode was recorded before the eliminations of Danielle, Andy, and — the one that shook us the hardest — Whitney Levitt. So yes… some of our takes aged like milk and we fully own it.

But don’t worry: the timing is still immaculate, because this episode drops just in time for the DWTS Finals. 💃🏽✨

And as if the sparkles we put weren't enough, we also just in to another round of "Casting Chaos" to fan cast the current pros, the eliminated pros, AND the hosts/judges — WATCH OUT CARRIE ANN INABA!

If the producers hear this… our apologies in advance.

In this episode:
– Our favorite dances + biggest flops of Season 34
– Drama from the ballroom
– Judges being... too judgey
– Which celebs carried, which got carried, and which carried on

💫 It’s glittery, emotional, its... AN 8! PERIOD.

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🎙️ Episode 9 – Fan Casting Phantasma w/ Ky & Melle of Plot Twist Podcast!

In this episode of FanCastic, we’re joined by the amazing Ky and Melle from the Plot Twist Podcast for look into Phantasma—its haunting world, gothic romance vibes, and the characters who kept us turning pages. We chat about how COVID reshaped our reading habits, what it’s really like navigating the book-podcast community, and why representation in literature continues to matter.

We also break down our fan-casting choices for the characters of Phantasma—from nailing the right chemistry and character ages to understanding the impact of voice acting and emotional depth. Expect plenty of laughs, differing opinions, and thoughtful insights into both storytelling and the creative process behind fan casting.

Whether you love gothic romance, enjoy spirited book debates, or thrive on all things fandom, this episode is for you!

BONUS: Try the "Devils Margarita Cocktail!"
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Fan Casting Immortal Consequences by I.V. Marie

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by my longtime friend and former Broadway-days roommate, Kyle Kokesh, as we dive into I.V. Marie’s debut novel, Immortal Consequences — a haunting, beautifully written story about love, loss, and what it means to keep living after death.

We share what we loved most about this powerful new release, unpack the themes that hit closest to home, and reveal our dream cast for the inevitable film or TV adaptation we’re manifesting. (Hollywood, call us!)

But this episode goes deeper than just fan casting — It’s also about grief, healing, and how Immortal Consequences helped both of us navigate personal loss in unexpected ways.

If you love book discussions, fantasy romance, supernatural fiction, or just need a dose of emotional honesty wrapped in pop culture fun, this episode is for you.

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