For our Season 1 Finale, Michael-Thomas and special guest Kaitlin Dodi-Monk discuss the book that has become their literary comfort food: Big Stone Gap by Adriana Trigiani.

From favorite characters and unforgettable quotes to dream casting choices and Appalachian representation, this episode celebrates the story, community, and author that have inspired countless rereads over the years. Join us as we share why Big Stone Gap still feels like home.

Executive Producers: Sierra Chapman & M. Thomas Griffith

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Editing: Sierra Chapman

Artwork: M. Thomas Griffith

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In this book-filled episode of really... with Sierra & Michael-Thomas, we're joined by special guest Elizabeth Paxton for a lively conversation about the stories that shaped us. From childhood favorites like The Chronicles of Narnia and Harry Potter to modern fantasy, thrillers, historical fiction, audiobooks, and guilty-pleasure reads, we share our favorite books, comfort reads, unforgettable characters, and the novels we think everyone should experience at least once. Whether you're an avid reader, an audiobook enthusiast, or someone looking for your next great read, this episode is packed with recommendations, nostalgia, laughter, and plenty of literary hot takes.

Executive Producers: Sierra Chapman & M. Thomas Griffith

Episode Production & Camera Operation: Jon Luttrell

Production Assistance: DCB Productions

Editing: Sierra Chapman

Artwork: M. Thomas Griffith

Music: AlexGuz via Pixabay.com

Email: info.reallypod@gmail.com

YouTube: https://bit.ly/reallypod

Instagram: @really_thepod

Facebook at Really... with Sierra & Michael-Thomas

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/reallythepod

TikTok @really_thepodcast

Really The Pod Shop go to reallypodshop.myshopify.com

© 2026 GrifChap Studio, LLC. All rights reserved. really… with Sierra & Michael-Thomas is produced by GrifChap Studio, LLC. The views and opinions expressed by hosts Sierra, Michael-Thomas, and their guests are their own and do not reflect those of their employers, Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College and Northeast State Community College, respectively.

Executive Producers: Sierra Chapman & M. Thomas Griffith

Episode Production & Camera Operation: Kaitlin Dodi-Monk

Production Assistance: DCB Productions

Editing: Sierra Chapman

Artwork: M. Thomas Griffith

Music: AlexGuz via Pixabay.com

Email: info.reallypod@gmail.com

YouTube: https://bit.ly/reallypod

Instagram: @really_thepod

Facebook at Really... with Sierra & Michael-Thomas

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/reallythepod

TikTok @really_thepodcast

Really The Pod Shop go to reallypodshop.myshopify.com

© 2026 GrifChap Studio, LLC. All rights reserved. really… with Sierra & Michael-Thomas is produced by GrifChap Studio, LLC. The views and opinions expressed by hosts Sierra, Michael-Thomas, and their guests are their own and do not reflect those of their employers, Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College and Northeast State Community College, respectively.