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In Pursuit of Plot
by Sam and Kasey
A reading and rambling podcast hosted by two bookish besties.New episode every Tuesday at 8pm. Follow us on social media @inpursuitofplot
Episodes
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S2: EP4: Stuffing Season
We’re back witches, and this week we’re serving up something a little more… mouth-watering. In honor of the season, we’re diving fork-first into Thanksgiving smut — yes, you read that right. Stuffing isn’t the only thing getting filled this holiday. From turkey-day trysts to autumn-spiced antics,...
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S2: EP3: Baby's Fourth Book Blab
Book Blabs are our favorite segment on the show! Sam and Kasey tell each other about their recent reads, discuss books they read together, talk about their reading goals for the year, and share the next books on their TBRs. If you’re looking for suggestions for what to pick up next, these two…
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S2: Ep 2: Brew it and Screw it
We’re back for Season 2, Part 2 and we’re starting with a little magic in the air — and maybe in our mugs. This week, we’re once again exploring witchy cozy mysteries with spicy romance, but in a shocking turn of events, we both read DIFFERENT books this time around. Double stuffed thanks to the…
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S2: Ep1: We’re Back, Witches
We’re back for Season 2, and we’re starting with a little magic in the air — and maybe in our mugs. This week, we’re exploring witchy cozy mysteries with spicy romance, reading Pumpkin Spice and Poltergeist, Bad Luck Charm, and Spookily Yours. Thanks to the In My Kindle Era Facebook group, our…
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Season 2 Trailer: An Unhinged Reintroduction
We’re back, babes — and things are about to get witchy. 🕯️ After surviving the chaos that was 2025, we’ve officially embraced our seasonal era. In Pursuit of Plot now runs from late October through the end of March — aka peak cozy book babe season — with a few bonus drops in the summer when we...
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Title: EP 17: Transparency or Tyranny? Welcome to The Circle
TW: Dystopian talk, self un-aliving, tyranny, surveillance What happens when social media, surveillance, and corporate control go a little too far? In this episode, we dive into The Circle by Dave Eggers—a dystopian thriller that feels uncomfortably close to reality. From Meta’s ever-growing...
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EP 16: Baby’s Third Book Blab
Book Blabs are our favorite segment on the show! Sam and Kasey tell each other about their recent reads, discuss books they read together, talk about their reading goals for the year, and share the next books on their TBRs. If you’re looking for suggestions for what to pick up next, these two…
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EP 15: Read the Room: It’s Black History Month
Black history is history—but every February, we take intentional time to celebrate the voices, stories, and legacies that have shaped the world. In this episode, we highlight Black authors whose works have left a lasting impact across genres, discuss why it’s crucial to keep calling it Black...
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EP 14: The Hunger Games Pt 2: A Mirror No One Wants to Face
TW: family death, racism, sensitive topics, politics Join Sam and Kasey as they dive into Catching Fire and Mockingjay, exploring how the dystopian world of Panem mirrors the harsh realities of our own crumbling society. From media manipulation and oppressive power structures to rebellion and...
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EP 13: The Hunger Games: A Mirror No One Wants to Face
TRIGGER WARNING: death, grief, violence, SH/SA, predatory behavior, war, racism, class Join Sam and Kasey as they dive into The Hunger Games and Catching Fire, exploring how the dystopian world of Panem mirrors the harsh realities of our own crumbling society. From media manipulation and…
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EP 12: Reading is Rebellious… Read Banned Books
In this episode of In Pursuit of Plot, Sam and Kasey tackle the powerful, controversial world of banned books. From classics like To Kill a Mockingbird, 1984, and Animal Farm, to modern titles like Gender Queer: A Memoir, Parable of the Sower, and This Book Won’t Burn, we explore the stories that...
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EP 11: Baby’s Second Book Blab
TRIGGER WARNING: sensitive topics discussed and/or mentioned including but not limited to mental health, ED, SA, and SH Book Blabs are our favorite segment on the show! Sam and Kasey tell each other about their recent reads, discuss books they read together, talk about their reading goals for the...
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EP 10: Baby’s First Book Blab
TRIGGER WARNING: sensitive topics discussed and/or mentioned including but not limited to mental health, ED, SA, and SH Book Blabs are our favorite segment on the show! Sam and Kasey tell each other about their recent reads, discuss books they read together, talk about their reading goals for the...
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EP 9: The Plot Thickens - Our 2024 Podcast Recap & 2025 Wishlist
As 2024 comes to a close, Sam and Kasey reflect on a year of storytelling, podcasting, and community-building. From favorite episodes to lessons learned, they recap the highs, the lows, the laughs, and the growth. Then, they dive into their goals for 2025, including the books, tropes, and...
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EP 8: Santa Baby, Bring Me A Book Boyfriend
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… for Christmas romance and smut! In this festive episode of In Pursuit of Plot, Sam and Kasey unwrap their favorite holiday-themed love stories. Get ready for cozy Hallmark-worthy romances and steamy tales that turn up the holiday heat. Whether you love...
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EP 7: Trope It Like It’s Hot
Sam and Kasey dive headfirst into the wide world of romance novel tropes. From the irresistible enemies-to-lovers arc to the drama-filled fake dating setup, they explore what makes these tropes so captivating—or cringe-worthy. Whether it’s forbidden love, second-chance romances, or the classic…
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EP 6: Twilight Saga – Books to Movies Comparison Pt 2
Get ready for some hot takes because we are going to deliver. Casting choice satisfaction, behind-the-scenes secrets, and what was lost in translation… We’ll both adore and rip to shreds how this series came to life on the big screen. Psst! Don’t forget to follow rate and us on your favorite...
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EP 5: Twilight Saga – Books to Movies Comparison
Get ready for some hot takes because we are going to deliver. Casting choice satisfaction, behind-the-scenes secrets, and what was lost in translation… We’ll both adore and rip to shreds how this series came to life on the big screen. Psst! Don’t forget to follow rate and us on your favorite...
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EP 4: Twilight Part II - From New Moon to Breaking Dawn
Is it hot in here or is it just Jacob Black? From heartbreak to depression to werewolves to epic battles and love triangles, we are going to unpack the highs and lows of books 2 through 4 in the Twilight Saga. Psst! Don’t forget to rate and follow us on your favorite podcasting platforms like...
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EP 3: Twilight Saga: The Original, The Gender-Bender, and Edward’s Version
Remember 2008 when everyone was either #TeamEdward or #TeamJacob? What a cultural phenomenon that was! We survived this bloody era and we’re ready to talk about it (to our therapists, maybe?). Today, we sink our teeth into the Twilight Saga, starting with Book 1, 1.5 (Life and Death), and…
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EP 2: All About YA books: Where The Love Started…
TRIGGER WARNING: You can expect conversation about difficult topics in this episode, such as eating disorders, self harm, suicidality, and sexual assault. Please take care of yourselves! In episode two, you can expect to time travel back to the early 2000s, where our love for books first began....
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EP 1: Who, What, When, Where, and Why?
Sam and Kasey are ready to rumble with this first episode, so buckle your seatbelts! Today, you’ll be learning the lore about the beginning of the hosts’ friendship, why we started the podcast, the content you can expect in upcoming episodes, and how these stories have formed a permanent spot in...
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Your New Favorite Book Podcast: In Pursuit of Plot
In Pursuit of Plot is entering the chat. If you’re looking for a podcast where two queer, millennial best friends explore captivating books, shows, and scandalous stories, look no further. In this trailer, you’ll meet your hosts, Sam and Kasey, and catch a glimpse of the fun, relatable, and...
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