Unseriously

If you loved the episode with cultural theorist, author, and super-reader Karen Swallow Prior, then this little lagniappe is for you. Holly and Karen will talk comfort reads, multi-reading, Barbara Kingsolver and Neil Postman--dizzy yet? Pop yourself out of that reading slump with these 5 minutes of an Unserious nudge--time to read!Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠.Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Maybe you've heard her before, but have you ever heard her like this?? Join the fun as our favorite Karen kicks up those fancy shoes and puts the cool back in "Karen." She may be one of this country's most notoriously well-read, but did you know Dr. Karen Swallow Prior also gave that envelope to that guy? We'll hear about her days in organized crime, plus the devolution of one of her dog's nicknames, her feelings on the mockumentary Best In Show, and how she's in her Neil Diamond era. Brace yourself as she and Holly discuss both Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings...when the villagers come for Karen and Holly with torches, it'll be because of this episode. Maybe their kind friend Chris Davis will save them...or maybe not because he's so embarrassed by how much they talk about him here.Karen is the author of many books including one of Holly's five-star reads from 2026, You Have a Calling, recommended for anyone discerning God's path for their life. You can find her on Instagram, @karenswallowprior, or on her Substack, The Priory, where you can actively support her work by becoming a paid subscriber. Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠.Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

While Unseriously's on 2-week summer break it's another replay with yet another of our favorite Kates: why would we ever believe Symphony brownies to be the brain trust of anyone other than the lovely Kate Strickler of the Naptime Kitchen?! Of course she created them in her basement kitchen where she also happens to mass manufacture Symphony candy bars - spread the word.Kate's new book, I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen, And Other Lies I Think Will Make Me Happy, released in August, 2025, and is now a NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!!On this episode, Kate and Holly had such fun talking favorite sauces, favorite Instagram follows, and unfavorite family vacations. Ina and Ree will make appearances. (OKAY but only in shout-outs.) So will @raisingcades10, @the_car_mom, and @brunchwithbabs.Recipes mentioned include:Tate's Dulce de Leche Icebox CakeRee Drummond's Malted Milk Chocolate Chip CookiesSymphony BrowniesNo Churn Ice CreamCreamy Chicken EnchiladasAnd, of course, ICD. Recipe below!Aunt Terri's Ice Cream Dessert, also known as ICDyou need:1 family size roll Pillsbury Tollhouse chocolate chip cookie dough, baked as cookies (crunchy but not burned)1 container Breyer's Natural Vanilla ice cream (the one with the visible vanilla beans)1 jar Smuckers caramel toppingSet the ice cream on the counter to partly melt while you bake the cookies to crispy but not burned. Once cookies are baked, crumble about 2/3 into the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish. Drizzle about 2/3 of the jar of caramel sauce over the cookies, then scoop the entire container of melty ice cream over the caramely cookies. Spread this out smooth. Top with the rest of the crumbled cookies and drizzle with the remainder of the caramel sauce. Freeze for several hours--overnight is best. Before serving, set on counter for 5 minutes.Find Kate on Instagram, @naptimekitchen, Symphony bars at your favorite grocer, and the Strickler family anywhere other than Disneyworld.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠.Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Surprise! It's a mini-episode all about that book list from Instagram called Books I'd Hand to You in the Summertime. You can find the list here. Today I'll highlight four titles from that list, plus a fifth from the honorable mentions. All titles are linked below--hope you enjoy and happy reading!This Book Made Me Think of You, Libby PageSea Wife, Amity Gaige (note I reference the WRONG Emma M. Lion volume in this portion--I meant to say book 8! Ack--don't send the villagers for me--I only wish I had early access to 9!)Strangers, Belle BurdenThe Shell Seekers, Rosamunde PilcherThe House on Mango Street, Sandra CisnerosMusic for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠.Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's an Unseriously replay with our very own carnival queen, two-time Newbery medalist Kate DiCamillo, who joins Holly for a pinch-me-I'm-dreaming interview covering everything from Epcot Center to shredded wheat to inciting kids to troll Chris Van Dusen. There may be a quote-off.If you're friends with Holly in real life, she would like it noted that she arrived earlier than Kate to the interview, a fact which has now become one of the proudest moments of her life.The name you'll be shouting at this interview is BEN STEIN. Don't miss Sophie Blackall's Farmhouse for anyone in your life, not just littles, Amanda Cleary Eastep's Instagram is @book_leaves, and this is a Katherine Applegate book. Here's the Beverly Cleary nonfiction picture book they discuss.Read a Kate DiCamillo. Hug your people. Write back.Kate's magnificent title Because of Winn-Dixie celebrates 25 years in print this year, plus she's got a new addition to The Norendy Tales called Lost Evangeline, with Sophie Blackall illustrating.This is Holly's favorite Kate DiCamillo title, perfect to tuck into a stocking this year.Hope you're enjoying these replays of two of our favorite Kates while the pod is on break--next week it's Kate Strickler of the Naptime Kitchen--see you back July 6th for all new episodes!Music for Unseriously was composed by Adam Wright of ⁠The Corner Room⁠, a ministry that sets Scripture to music as a tool for meditation and memorization. His latest Christmas project, ⁠Light Has Shone⁠, is a beautiful journey through five Advent passages that point us to Jesus, the true light of the world. You can listen on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you listen to music. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If that jokes makes zero sense...no worries, because we will tap back to it at least 4 times during the course of this fun episode with Sarah Walton and Kristen Wetherell, co-authors of the new book, Jesus Will Meet You There. Kristen and Sarah will entertain Holly with their unconquerable Chicago accent, tell her all about their worst non-metaphorical messes, and teach us all how to updone the downtown. They'll compare notes on being concert grannies, getting eyebrow tats, and how all the writing pals seem to be married to husbands who bear striking resemblances to NFL quarterbacks. (The QB Holly is looking for during this episode is AARON RODGERS--sorry to shout it at you but at least she didn't do it during the show.) These 3 will evoke Bette Midler and at some point be sure to ask you if you've washed your hands. As the silliness winds down, they'll dive into the heart behind Kristen and Sarah's newest book, Jesus Will Meet You There.You can find the preorder bonus materials here, find Kristen online here and on Instagram here, and find Sarah on her Substack, as well as on Instagram here.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pour yourself the perfect cuppa and settle in for a laugh with two of our favorite Brits, Felicity Carswell and Sarah Dargue of the Two Sisters and a Cup of Tea podcast. Felicity, Sarah, and Holly will dig deep on all things skew-whiff as they define the limits of TV and weigh the merits of a larger freezer. But you better be right on time at 4:00 or you'll miss the secret DJ. Emma M. Lion will make an appearance, as well as Kate Albus. Both will be praised for their writing...one will catch some shade for their teatime verisimilitude.Be sure to catch the @hollymacklebooks Instagram for the video of Holly showing Felicity and Sarah the mug she surprised them with for just this occasion, and while you're there be sure to follow along with the Two Sisters and a Cup of Tea Instagram. And don't forget to look for those 10 of Those teabags, coming soon...eh, Jonathan? You can find Natalie Brand's new book, From Crimson to White here and the beloved Kate Albus book here. It's a hilarious episode punctuated by truth--if you've never heard an episode of the Two Sisters and a Cup of Tea podcast we hope that will change today! Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Heads up, parents, this episode is NOT for the kiddos!Today's Get Serious is with licensed professional counselor, counseling supervisor, and certified sex therapy associate Kara Jones all about healthy sexual intimacy within the covenant of marriage. It's an episode to forward along to your soon-to-be-married friends or your moms group--Kara is a wealth of knowledge mixed with deep sincerity and compassion on a topic that has long-plagued believers in the modern church. After some silliness and giggles on her Amazon search history and her husband's...shall we say...EAGERNESS to collect the Amazon deliveries, Kara and Holly will delve into how sex reflects how God made us to be drawn to his covenental, relational love, and all about Yada, or the Hebrew word for deep, experiential, relational knowledge of another. Plus they'll address the most common ditch Kara sees loving couples fall into before they arrive in her office.Kara kindly shares her nerd-out knowledge with us and offers multiple resources she strongly recommends, such as:The Great Sex Rescue, Sheila Wray GregoireRethinking Sexuality, Juli SlatteryCome As You Are, Emily Nagoskior any titles by Clifford & Joyce Penner such as Restoring the Pleasure,Enjoy! The Gift of Sexual Pleasure for Women,or Getting Your Sex Life Off to a Great Start: A Guide for Engaged or Newlywed Couples(Holly would like it noted that her Amazon search history has also now been impacted.)If you've never listened to the Unseriously episode with Birds & Bees' Mary Flo Ridley and Megan Michaelson all about training up kiddos drip by drip on this same topic, you can find that here, plus don't miss their traditional episode of Unseriously replete with the usual silliness here.Kara Jones is licensed to see clients located in Alabama at the time of service and can be reached here via the Covenant Counseling web site. Kara recommends the database for the American Board of Christian Sex Therapists to locate a like-minded and trained sex therapist certified for your geographical location.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Don't just honk from the driveway, come on up to the door for this special Memorial Day episode from author and illustrator Matt Tavares. Along with Jeff Gottesfeld, Matt has created two very special patriotic picture books, Honor Flight, and 21 Steps, that he and Holly will discuss, along with all the anticipated Unseriously silliness. Matt will tell Holly about putting his beloved family members into awkward scenarios, that time in Nebraska where he got shamed by Google maps, and doubling down on the bad jokes...plus Ryan T. Higgins will just keep showing up. Don't miss the parts near the end where Matt explains the military honor of a "challenge coin," plus hear this purveyor of wide-eyed wonder talk about being in the room with a whole bunch of esteemed service members. While Memorial Day is special and distinct from Veteran's Day, it's still a great day to call your favorite veteran or active-duty military serviceperson and thank them for their service...tell them you see what they did there. We hope this episode of Unseriously makes you want to do just that!Be sure to check @hollymacklebooks on Instagram to enter to win a special Memorial Day giveaway of Matt's patriotic books straight from Candlewick Press.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Don't let her interrupt you, but Carolyn Weber would like to talk Kardashians and moral ethics. Prepare to be charmed by author and esteemed* scholar Carolyn Weber. She and Holly will chat puns, fairy tales, and that streaker poem...not to mention how Carolyn really just wants to do a craft with you. Hear how TDH morphed into TBH, but don't dare judge either him, the Sludgy Pudgy Judgey, or the fact that Carolyn is probably wearing maternity pants right this minute.Carolyn's next book, Four Questions God Asks: Responding to God's Invitation for a Deeper Relationship with Him, is out with Baker Books this November, and Holly of course recommends Carolyn's Oxford years memoir, Surprised by Oxford. Find Carolyn on her web site, carolynweber.com, or on Twitter.*just don't ask her kids to opine on that esteemed partMusic for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Surprise! And happy summer! Just in time for summer reading it's a bonus Unseriously all about the summertime reads. We'll have a little something for everyone--easy summer rom-com recs from Sarah Armstrong, aka @simply.sarahendipity, some literary fiction recs from English teacher Nicole Conrad of @theturnedpage_bhm, and family-friendly read-aloud recs for all ages direct from Holly. PLUS: don't miss the invitation to The Joy Luck Summer--a no cost/no stakes invite to join all three of us in reading Amy Tan's The Joy Luck Club, and meeting online for book club together, Monday night, June 29th. Hope you enjoy this episode, get that library hold placed for The Joy Luck Club, and stay tuned to any of our Instagram's for details on The Joy Luck Summer! Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Count out the syllables, it's Larry Bolden and Anisa Sumlar of the Wellspring Group up this week to talk about collaboration, community, and...learning?? It's a heart-level episode that bounces from the silly to the meaningful and back again--plus, gird up your loins for a couple of Holly's particular soap boxes. You can find resources for your church or small group study at Wellspring Group, or look for their book, Becoming Whole-Hearted, one of Holly's 5-star reads for 2026 so far, out now and available here.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Another bucket list checkmark for Unseriously--it's author, humorist, and girl dad Harrison Scott Key. This is a heartwarming one punctuated by the theater of the absurd that is the plane on which Harrison operates. Harrison and Holly will talk bicycles, New Kids, and giant tortoises, plus be sure to stick around for the B-roll where Harrison gives Holly a compliment...she thinks? Don't miss the ⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠ Instagram post for this episode so you can see that foot photo zoomed out to the delightfulness that is Harrison's youngest daughter, and of course you don't want to miss Harrison himself ⁠on Instagram⁠.Holly recommends ⁠The World's Largest Man⁠ as a book club pick and ⁠How to Stay Married ⁠as the one to argue about with your small group.Find Harrison on ⁠his web site⁠ or possibly lurking behind you, and look for him accepting the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor any day now--we're pulling for you, Harrison!Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oh-De-Lally, you're in for a good one. It's the PG episode featuring some unbelievable hijinks from Glenna Marshall, Bob Flayhart, Amanda Cleary Eastep, Lia Ross, and Annie B. Jones. Moonshine makes not one, but two appearances, as does William Faulkner and that pesky skunk...who maybe we should henceforth refer to as William Faulkner. These 5 guests had some super fun episodes, but my oh my do they combine for an excellent PG romp. Hope you enjoy!Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's Joyce from Stranger Things!Nah...it's our favorite English teacher, Nicole Conrad. She may always read the book, but hear the stories of how she is not to be trusted with famous people. Holly and Nicole will talk memorable haircuts, that wedding video, and certifiable wimpiness while watching Alone, plus book club fun and trope mash-up requests...this is a funny one with the bookstagrammer from @theturnedpage_bham. Holly would like to apologize for being especially laughy during this episode but would like to justify it by saying that Nicole is one of her absolute favorite people and there are jokes behind the jokes--so many they couldn't all be stuffed into one episode. So until we can have Nicole back on again--enjoy this one!Nicole is a great follow on Instagram, and you can sign up for her Substack. She's also happy for you to reach out to ask for her help in picking a book club read.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Unseriously is BACK for season 6 in 2026 with 2 of the fabulous ladies who make up the team at Redeemed Reader, Betsy Farquhar and Megan Saben. In this episode find out which RR gal is a romcom unto herself, join along as we Barbara Kingsolver fangirl, and hear the story of the Murder Hotel. This episode could also be titled, "The One Where Holly Tries to Get Herself Hired at Redeemed Reader."Redeemed Reader is dedicated to helping Christian parents and educators raise discerning readers who delight in stories. Their work shows their hearts for Jesus, their regard for God's Word, and their natural delight for books. In this episode they'll help us think about exchanging the common question, "Is it clean?" for a more helpful and productive question. Their brand new book, The Redeemed Reader, helps parents engage with their kids in thoughtful discourse about what might be considered "mess" in books, without being afraid of the boogeyman.You can find the entire Redeemed Reader crew at their robust web site, read their heart in their book, sign up for their newsletter, or follow them on Instagram.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you like your Bible teachers funny then don't miss this episode with the delightful Glenna Marshall. Come walk the ridgepole of the Barry family roof with Glenna and Holly, gasp at Glenna's unpopular opinions, see if you have the soup gene, and join Holly in demanding her group chat be renamed to honor the Puritan theologian Richard Sibbes.If you're Kate Albus, you're going to want to listen to this one. Glenna digs in for sure on this episode, but digs herself right out again with the offering of her blondie bars recipe, aka butterscotch brownies, which you'll find at the end of these show notes.Find Glenna trolling Instagram, where she's a super fun follow. She has authored the books Known & Loved, Memorizing Scripture, Bible Study, and the upcoming Praying In Pain. You can also find her at glennamarshall.com.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. from Glenna:My recipe is the Butterscotch Brownies from the Bridal Edition of the Betty Crocker Cookbook I got as a newlywed in 2003. I have made these bars for my family and church functions for more than twenty-two years. If you have a baby or a funeral or a surgery, you’re probably going to get these from me and you’re going to love them. I’ve tried to locate the original recipe online but can only find variations of it. This one is the closest, but I use a whole cup of flour per the original recipe. You need to let them sit for about an hour before cutting and serving or they will fall apart.BUTTERSCOTCH BROWNIES1/4 cup shortening1 cup light brown sugar (packed)1 egg3/4 cup sifted flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon vanilla1/2 cup chopped nutsHeat oven to 350°F degrees. Grease an 8-inch square pan.In a saucepan melt shortening over low heat. Take from the heat and stir in the brown sugar. Set aside to cool. Into the cooled sugar and shortening stir in the egg. Add the sifted flour, baking powder, and salt and blend well. Then stir in the vanilla and chopped nuts.Spread in pan. Bake 25 minutes, only until a toothpick stuck in center comes out clean. Do not overbake.Cool in the pan and cut into squares.Makes 16 2-inch squares.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's author, editor at Moody Publishers, and all-around homestead-pioneer-frontier-woman Amanda Cleary Eastep in today's episode of Unseriously! Join Holly as she hears about Amanda doing battle with snakes on the side of the house and her own salty self while on Chicago mass transit. Holly and Amanda will talk kids and kids' books, writing friends, and modern day packhorse librarians. Amanda is the author of the Tree Street Kids series from Moody publishers, just right for your early elementary adventure-seekers. Treestreetkids.com is the place to go for free excerpts of all six books in the series, plus fun, free printables of the science, history, and literature facts found in the books. You can also subscribe to Amanda's kidlit newsletter here, or find Amanda on Instagram.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's bookstagrammer, host of the Bookish Talks with Lia podcast, and all-around fun gal Lia Ross up on this week's Unseriously! Lia and Holly will share a Jen Wilkin fangirl moment, make Lia promise she does not hate nonfiction, and find out all about the frankies. This episode is fun and all, but heads up you will *not* want to miss Lia's upcoming appearance in the PG episode. Consider this episode your warm-up giggles so you won't pull a muscle when that comes out at the end of April.Kallie George (author and editor) and Amy Gannett from Bible Study Schoolhouse and Tiny Theologians will also make appearances in this episode. And if you're Whitney Pipkin, how fast can you hit play?Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this very special 2-part series with pastor Bob Flayhart, Unseriously premieres the latest addition to the podcast--occasional episodes called Get Serious. Where the PG episodes go off the rails, Get Serious episodes head in the opposite direction. In them, you'll hear beloved Unseriously guests talk about what's nearest and dearest to their hearts. For our first one, Holly and Bob Flayhart will talk pastoral transition, gospel waltz, and have a candid conversation about what's plaguing the modern American church.Bob and Holly partnered up on the book version of Bob's life sermon, The Gospel Waltz, available on ⁠Amazon⁠ or ⁠from the publisher⁠. You can also join up with a Gospel Waltz Journey weekend retreat, and find information about how to introduce your church or ministry to that ⁠here⁠ from ⁠Gospel Tree Ministries⁠.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In a very special 2-week Unseriously series it's founding and long-term pastor Bob Flayhart of Oak Mountain Presbyterian Church in Birmingham, Alabama. This first episode is what we're used to around here--pastors talking about how they're most likely to get arrested, grandkids calling out during church service, and avoiding the floof. Next week you can look for a little bit of fun and then the No. Holds. Barred. Bob as he answers some of Holly's more serious questions.Bob and Holly partnered up on the book version of Bob's life sermon, The Gospel Waltz, available on Amazon or from the publisher. You can also join up with a Gospel Waltz Journey weekend retreat, and find information about how to introduce your church or ministry to that here from Gospel Tree Ministries.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Look, Annie B. Jones is a terrible texter and a recent understander of muting a text conversation--so she totally didn't mean to announce to everyone that she was leaving the family. Join Holly as she and Annie talk pet words, the evolution of one of Isaac's nicknames *that we all have to ensure has an end point,* and how they're missing the days when everyone was just having fun on the internet. Joe Burrow will make an appearance. So will Nicole Conrad, Charles Martin, Laura Tremaine, and Kristen Suzanne. Hannah Rosenberg: you do not want to miss this episode.Annie's book, Ordinary Time, was one of Holly's 5-star reads in 2025 and it's out in paperback in April. You can find Annie's newsletter, Sunday Porch Visits, here, as well as her super popular podcast, From the Front Porch. If you're near Thomasville, Georgia, you don't want to miss a stop by The Bookshelf, but if you're not so fortunate as to find yourself nearby, then you can find Annie on Instagram on her personal page, The Bookshelf's page, or on her private book recommendations Instagram.Just a reminder that the nickname "Tubby Teddy" must have an end point.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

They're in her car. She's just going to go run and grab them right quick...Join Tyler Drouet of @simplify_parenting and Holly as they discuss some hacks for snacks, how to talk to your kids when they get out of school, and how the best memories are when the parents are ALSO enjoying themselves. Here's the ⁠Double Ditto⁠ game Tyler references.Tyler Drouet holds her Masters and EDS in counseling and now focuses her work on coaching and consulting. You can find her practice online at simplifyatlanta.com, but she is also the aggregator behind the parenting Instagram account @simplify_parenting that collects some of the best parenting wisdom from around Christendom.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There will be travel tips, unacknowledged allergies, international blunders, and those poor moms in the Disney movies...prepare yourself for the church lock-in that is this PG episode, chock-full of guys in full-time ministry. We'll hear from Unseriously's jingle genius Adam Wright, plus pastors and theologians Irwyn Ince, Collin Hansen, and Kelly Kapic. Michael Bird and Harrison Scott Key will get shout-outs. Buckle up, ladies--the guys are taking over.Special note: this episode releases just before the February 3, 2026 release of the updated and expanded edition of Collin Hansen's acclaimed Tim Keller biography. Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ayuh, it's a wicked good time with author, illustrator and beloved Maine resident Chris Van Dusen. He and Holly will talk all things Maine license plate, memorable sunburns, kid mobsters, and how his books make the world shine.Kate DiCamillo, Mac Barnett, Brian Flocca, Peter Sagal, and Bob Marley (nope, no that one--the comedian) will all make appearances.So will Chris' older brother, Mr. Magee, who just so happens to be fresh off his camping spree.Chris' brand new book in the "If I Built" series is called If I Built a Town, plus (**BREAKING NEWS**) he'll release a brand new Mercy Watson Valentine's picture book with Kate DiCamillo just in time for Valentine's Day, available for Christmas purchasing in 2026. You can find Chris on Instagram.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Seasoned smart gal and entrepreneurial dynamo Abby O'Dell joins Holly to celebrate Unseriously's FIRST BIRTHDAY! They'll keep her aura up talking "the monsters," that eternal Aldi paint plate, Olivia Dean, trusting your creative instincts, and reminding those you love not to hit people.You can find Abby's art on Etsy at Scripted by Abby or follow her on Instagram here. Holly hears she's also on the TikTok with the rest of the youths of America.Music for Unseriously was composed by Adam Wright of ⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets Scripture to music as a tool for meditation and memorization.Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hide your quarters--Lauren Washer is on Unseriously.It's a late-night Waffle House run with mom of 6, wife of Chris Pratt, author, women's ministry director, and all-around delightful person, Lauren Washer. She and Holly will talk about that durn door, the Washer family's incredible Waffle House ordering skills, and uninhibited fandom of others. Lauren will offer deep wisdom on loving others well in the church, at home, and how, "You can always make biscuits"--which Holly would like to go on record as stating should be the title of Lauren's next book. Amen.You can find Lauren's latest from P&R Publishing, What to Say When She Thinks Her Husband Isn't a Good Spiritual Leader here, and also find Lauren on Instagram, where she is one of Holly's favorite follows.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our first weekly episode of Unseriously is such a treat--join Holly as she asks author and theology professor Dr. Kelly Kapic about keeping his students on their toes, hears how he (regularly) gets schooled by his brilliant wife, and expresses her gratitude for not making the subtitle of his new book, "Hey, Holly! This one's for you!" This is also the episode where Collin Hansen is going to get name-dropped like three times.Kelly's devotional version of You're Only Human is called You Were Never Meant to Do It All, and was a 5-star read for Holly in 2025, easily making Kelly Kapic one of Holly's favorite Kellys.To the dismay of his many publishers, Kelly is not on the socials, but you can find him at his newly-agreed upon mandatory website, kellykapic.com.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Heads up parents: this one's NOT for little ears! In this special Christmas edition of Unseriously, Holly is joined by Kate Strickler of Naptime Kitchen, Abbey Wedgeworth, Caroline Saunders, Jose Sarduy, and Kate DiCamillo.Holly would like to thank her bug man, Eddie, for appearing in the promo video as Santa. Yes, Eddie obvs has a thriving Santa side hustle. Maybe one day he'll make a guest appearance on Unseriously and tell us some stories. Merry Christmas to you and yours! Thanks for joining in the fun this year and see you January 5th when Unseriously goes WEEKLY! Are you subscribed??See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Holly's brother-in-law, Chase, has been called in on this one, folks. Princess Kate is in the building.Our carnival queen, two-time Newbery medalist Kate DiCamillo, joins Holly for a pinch-me-I'm-dreaming interview covering everything from Epcot Center to shredded wheat to inciting kids to troll Chris Van Dusen. There may be a quote-off. If you're friends with Holly in real life, she would like it noted that she arrived earlier than Kate to the interview, a fact which has now become one of the proudest moments of her life.The name you'll be shouting at this interview is BEN STEIN. Don't miss Sophie Blackall's Farmhouse for anyone in your life, not just littles, Amanda Cleary Eastep's Instagram is @book_leaves, and this is a Katherine Applegate book. Here's the Beverly Cleary nonfiction picture book they discuss.Read a Kate DiCamillo. Hug your people. Write back. Kate's magnificent title Because of Winn-Dixie celebrates 25 years in print this year, plus she's got a new addition to The Norendy Tales called Lost Evangeline, with Sophie Blackall illustrating.This is Holly's favorite Kate DiCamillo title, perfect to tuck into a stocking this year.Music for Unseriously was composed by Adam Wright of ⁠The Corner Room⁠, a ministry that sets Scripture to music as a tool for meditation and memorization. His latest Christmas project, ⁠Light Has Shone⁠, is a beautiful journey through five Advent passages that point us to Jesus, the true light of the world. You can listen on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you listen to music. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You know him as the top dog editor at The Gospel Coalition, the host of the beloved Gospelbound podcast, and the author of countless sources of faithful scholarship, commentary, and criticism...but have you ever seen him as Rudy's stunt double? It's time to get Unseriously with Collin Hansen.Collin and Holly will discuss why Collin could not bring himself to move up the American Revolution, plus his next career taking over the @birminghamburgers Instagram. But don't worry, we cut out the ten minute riff of them impersonating every Birmingham radio personality they could remember since 2006.If you're Rebecca McLaughlin, Skyler Flowers, Glenn Wishnew, Nadya Williams, Molly Worthen, or Sarah Irving-Stonebraker--you're going to want to listen to this episode. If you're Andrew Wilson...ah, maybe not so much.Collin has a brand new (free) weekly newsletter subscription, Unseen Things--well worth your time--and his latest books, The Gospel After Christendom and Where Is God in a World with So Much Evil?, both available from TGC.Music for Unseriously was composed by Adam Wright of ⁠The Corner Room⁠, a ministry that sets Scripture to music as a tool for meditation and memorization. His latest Christmas project, ⁠Light Has Shone⁠, is a beautiful journey through five Advent passages that point us to Jesus, the true light of the world. You can listen on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you listen to music. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Unseriously it's Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz, the totally charming sisters behind the beloved Dwell Differently brand! Join Natalie, Vera, and Holly for tons of fun as they drink their chocolately Ovaltine and stand on some chairs to tell those BBHFL boys to step. it. up. Natalie and Vera are kindly offering a special promo code to listeners of Unseriously for a free month of their Dwell membership subscription--visit their website and use code GETSERIOUS to learn more, sign up, and get serious about memorizing Scripture.Natalie and Vera are the authors of the Dwell Differently book, plus tons of Bible study resources, and the hearts behind the Dwell Differently podcast.Music for Unseriously was composed by Adam Wright of ⁠The Corner Room⁠, a ministry that sets Scripture to music as a tool for meditation and memorization. His latest Christmas project, ⁠Light Has Shone⁠, is a beautiful journey through five Advent passages that point us to Jesus, the true light of the world. You can listen on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you listen to music. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's the man, the myth, the legend behind Unseriously's theme song: THE Adam Wright of Act of Congress and The Corner Room. Join Holly and Adam and see if you can keep a count on how many times Tony Hale makes an appearance. May the odds be ever in your favor.Hey, Tony, this is an official request for you to be a guest on Unseriously in 2026. Holly promises to keep Adam from delivering the invitation in person, though she can't promise to keep him from singing a little jingle about it.Adam and Holly will talk about the story behind that handknit smiling cigarette (thanks, Jess!), Adam's highly recognizable voice, their joint devotion to Theo of Golden, and of course, Tony Hale...one more time.You won't want to miss Adam's latest Christmas project, ⁠Light Has Shone⁠, which is a beautiful journey through five Advent passages that point us to Jesus, the true light of the world. You can listen on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you listen to music. Mackle family particular faves of Adam Wright songs:Nothing but the BloodCan I Get a WitnessOne Will BreakRevelation 22:20-21and if you're in a Christmasey mood: Here Comes the JoyMusic for Unseriously was indeed composed by Adam Wright of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets Scripture to music as a tool for meditation and memorization.Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Remember that time Dr. Irwyn Ince, aka Pastor Earth Wind, dropped that five thousand dollar comic book edition in the muddy gutter? Yeah, he does too.Join Holly and Irwyn to sleuth out the guilty party in the Ince family muffin caper, discuss the age when children are to be trusted with embarrassing pictures of their parents (spoiler: never), and get all the tips on keeping those CrossFit palms soft (spoiler: ACK).Irwyn is the author of The Beautiful Community: Unity, Diversity, and the Church at Its Best, and Hope Ain't a Hustle: Persevering by Faith in a Wearying World.Music for Unseriously was composed by Adam Wright of ⁠The Corner Room⁠, a ministry that sets Scripture to music as a tool for meditation and memorization. His latest Christmas project, ⁠Light Has Shone⁠, is a beautiful journey through five Advent passages that point us to Jesus, the true light of the world. You can listen on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you listen to music. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Laugh along with real life friends Holly and Laura, erm, Lauren as they discuss the perils of getting an oil change when LaLa's Selfie Machine pops up on the dash. Anna will make appearances. Also, Anna is notably better at parking the boat.Lauren is a two-time USA today bestselling author of southern women's fiction--clean, swoony books with likeable characters and beachy settings. Glory Road is Holly's favorite, but most people start with The Hideaway, especially because most people become a Lauren K. Denton completist.Find Lauren on Instagram, and sign up for her Substack on her website, laurenkdenton.com.Music for Unseriously was composed by Adam Wright of The Corner Room, a ministry that sets Scripture to music as a tool for meditation and memorization. His latest Christmas project, Light Has Shone, is a beautiful journey through five Advent passages that point us to Jesus, the true light of the world. You can listen on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you listen to music. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you're an FBI agent, police officer, or New York City neighborhood watch--you may want to avert your ears. For some reason, this season of Unseriously drew out all the illicit stories from our guests. It's not everyone, but there's a definite theme: crime. Hope you enjoy all this fun from Robin Preiss Glasser, Chris Ammen, Elizabeth Passarella, James Spann, and Jose Sarduy. See you in November for season 4!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This season of Unseriously kicks off with the man, the myth, the legend: James Spann. A 30+ year public servant keeping Alabama safe in severe weather, this is a different sort of interview for Alabama's favorite meme-able weatherman. James brings his passion for gas station food and throws down the culinary gauntlet for some of Birmingham's bougie to try and top that one gas station in Edwardsville off US 78. (Yes, you read that right.)He talks about his dedication to VBS, wisely teaches us not to miss the Adamsville Walmart, and tells us what will make his protective heart "go Butler County on you real quick."Basically, it's a priceless interview.You can find James on any television within 150 miles of an Alabama state line during a weather emergency, but during clear skies look for him on the brand new Alabama Weather Network, his collaborative netcast Weather Brains, or on his home station, ⁠ABC33/40⁠.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Swap your car for alternate side parking, pick up a Wendy's baked potato with chili, buckle up your thin patent leather belt and settle in for some nostalgic snickering with writer and funnywoman Elizabeth Passarella. Elizabeth and Holly will weigh the merits of nude nail polish, marvel at Anna Wintour's brilliance, and quote Almost Famous til they're sure everyone hears the train.Oh, and Elizabeth will also give some wise words for writers or those who want to be.Find Elizabeth on Instagram or behind the paywall at The New York Times or New York Magazine, and don't miss her two laugh til you cry memoirs, Good Apple and It Was an Ugly Couch Anyway.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The delightful Robin Preiss Glasser, illustrator of the Fancy Nancy series (among many, many other books), brings her joyful personality to Unseriously to talk about how she should win any Cher lookalike contest, hands down. In this episode, she and Holly will discuss disappointing her youngest fans by not actually BEING Fancy Nancy, their mutual love for ballet, and how some fans have taken their affection for Fancy Nancy to epic...permanent...body art proportions. You can find Robin on Instagram, and be sure not to miss all the fun in honor of Nancy's 20th anniversary this year. The newest addition to the Fancy Nancy catalog from Robin and author Jane O'Connor, Besties for Eternity, is out now and be sure not to miss this episode of Unseriously, which did you know is a fancy way to say FUN?Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Since Joel Muddamalle wrote the book on humility, it's only right that his name should be misspelled on his new book, right?! (jk, they already fixed it...)Join Holly as she interviews Dr. Joel Muddamalle on his penchant for a tick check, swaps stories of academic mishaps, and high fives his wife for reminding Coach Muddamalle that what he says on a sideline is inextricably linked to his witness. (psst...David Mackle: the refs can HEAR YOU.)Find Joel on Instagram or on his Substack, Humble Theology.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Don't miss this episode of Unseriously with the dynamic duo of Jill Phillips and Andy Gullahorn-Phillips. They'll share their expertise on parenting with humor, excellent podcast recs, and the widely under-appreciated ancient Norse mythological "gjallarhorn." (Totally a thing--I looked it up.)Andy and Jill will sweetly say their favorite things about each other, talk about the ongoing high five, and pretend they don't regularly discuss how much money David Mackle owes them.Andy's brand new album Winning Streak is now available wherever you stream, as is Jill's extensive catalog. Mackles recommend the songs "All the Good Things," "Teenagers," and "Weird People" as excellent places to start, plus their Christmas album is a constant during our holidays.Find Jill on Instagram, Andy on Instagram and Patreon, or at his web site, andygullahorn.com.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

HEY UNCLE JAMIE! Karina Yan Glaser of the beloved Vanderbeekers series is on Unseriously to talk NYC sanitation department, plot holes, and the perfect Big Apple day. She'll tell Holly how Robert Caro's The Power Broker brought her and her husband together, how she accidentally became a marathoner, and about a new don't-miss show on Broadway.Karina is the author of the brand new book The Nine Moons of Han Yu and Luli, and a super fun follow on Instagram. She's an author who really honors her fans with return mail, and the young fans living in your house can drop her a line atPO Box 1017New York, NY 10037.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's the Summer Bonus PG Episode!*Fair Warning: Find Jose Sarduy's clean comedy specials with Dry Bar Comedy on YouTube here and here. Anywhere else is the wild, wild west...don't send me an email.My Covid lockdown habit was Dry Bar with a side of Tiger King (what was yours?) and that's where I was first introduced to the one, the only JOOOOOEY SAAAATURDAY...er...Jose Sarduy. Since then he's managed to overturn the giggle box of my entire family and just about all of my friends, so it feels only right that he should be invited to Unseriously. I'd watch the Dry Bar specials with grown-up ears only first just to make sure you're good with them, but if they clear your content filters I can't wait to hear what lines your family latches on to.Ladies and gentlemen, Joey Saturday.You can keep up with Jose on his web site (including finding upcoming shows) or on his Instagram or Facebook. Heads up (per Jose) that tour dates at theaters and cruise ships are generally PG but bar or comedy club appearances where he's workshopping new stuff...not necessarily so much.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why would we ever believe Symphony brownies to be the brain trust of anyone other than the lovely Kate Strickler of the Naptime Kitchen?! Of course she created them in her basement kitchen where she also happens to mass manufacture Symphony candy bars - spread the word.Kate's new book, I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen, And Other Lies I Think Will Make Me Happy, releases in August, 2025, and you can preorder here.On this episode, Kate and Holly had such fun talking favorite sauces, favorite Instagram follows, and unfavorite family vacations. Ina and Ree will make appearances. (OKAY but only in shout-outs.) So will @raisingcades10, @the_car_mom, and @brunchwithbabs.Recipes mentioned include:Tate's Dulce de Leche Icebox CakeRee Drummond's Malted Milk Chocolate Chip CookiesSymphony BrowniesNo Churn Ice CreamCreamy Chicken EnchiladasAnd, of course, ICD. Recipe below!Aunt Terri's Ice Cream Dessert, also known as ICDyou need:1 family size roll Pillsbury Tollhouse chocolate chip cookie dough, baked as cookies (crunchy but not burned)1 container Breyer's Natural Vanilla ice cream (the one with the visible vanilla beans)1 jar Smuckers caramel toppingSet the ice cream on the counter to partly melt while you bake the cookies to crispy but not burned. Once cookies are baked, crumble about 2/3 into the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish. Drizzle about 2/3 of the jar of caramel sauce over the cookies, then scoop the entire container of melty ice cream over the caramely cookies. Spread this out smooth. Top with the rest of the crumbled cookies and drizzle with the remainder of the caramel sauce. Freeze for several hours--overnight is best. Before serving, set on counter for 5 minutes. Find Kate on Instagram, @naptimekitchen, Symphony bars at your favorite grocer, and the Strickler family anywhere other than Disneyworld.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠⁠The Corner Room⁠⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's a summer bonus episode with Elizabeth Woodson! Elizabeth is a Bible teacher, founder of The Woodson Institute, and host of the podcasts Starting Place and Culture Matters. Her latest study, Live Free, A Study of Galatians is out now.On this episode we'll talk church potlucks, sneaker fashion, that big ole slide at Trail Dust and - of course - discipleship.Wikipedia and my 9th grade history teacher would like to remind us all that the Battle of Hastings in 1066 resulted in the Norman conquest of England and the establishment of a new ruling dynasty--the same one that continues to this day.And I'd like to remind us all that we can find Elizabeth on Instagram, but note that her handle has changed since we recorded this episode. She's no longer @missjazzyliz but @elizabethwoodson. You won't want to miss her theological moments on the IG.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠The Corner Room⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠Instagram⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Yep, she's just as funny as you'd hope she'd be. Join Holly for some humor and heart with singer/songwriter Taylor Leonhardt of her eponymous solo career, her duo act with Jess Ray called Mission House, and her all-star girl band Paper Horses with Leslie Jordan, Sandra McCracken, and Jess Ray. Taylor and Holly will discuss the proper spelling of unconventional roasted meats, Taylor's skill level at Bubble Spinner, and Mandy Moore's hair.Adele and Usher will both get shout-outs. Leigh Nash...we see you following us down the produce aisle.Oh yeah, there will also be lots of hope for the dark places.Find Taylor online or on Instagram, Mission house on their Instagram, and the correct spelling of CABANA in the introductory pages of the spelling bee handbook. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Happy summer! It's a Summer Bonus episode of Unseriously! Up today it's Chris Ammen, founder and publisher of Kaleidoscope Kids Bibles. In this episode Holly airs some last name beef, learns about the candy bomb, and hears a story about Chris crossing the line with The Law--as only a pastor could do. (Facepalm.)You can find Kaleidoscope on Instagram, and Chris' new book, Raising Disciples at Home: Nurturing Your Kids Into Faithful Followers of Jesus, from Harvest House Publishers.Holly has written two volumes for Kaleidoscope--Bright Star: The Story of Esther, also available on Yoto, and the latest, Kingdom Come: Ezra & Nehemiah.Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠The Corner Room⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠Instagram⁠. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Unseriously is back! And it's one for the ear buds, parents. In this PG episode it isn't so much the silliness that toed the line toward a PG rating, but more so it's grown-up talk about getting rid of "the talk," spoiling a picture book that your kids might like to experience for themselves, and processing one of our favorite Bible teacher's theological educational experiences. Four of season 2's fabulous guests will make an appearance: Mary Flo Ridley and Megan Michelson from Birds & Bees, Daniel Nayeri, and Amy Gannett of Tiny Theologians. Hope you enjoy and will you tell a friend about Unseriously? When you spread the word it helps us book the guests you want to hear! See you soon for summer bonus episodes!Music for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of The Corner Room, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on Instagram. Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously @hollymacklebooks. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join in the fun as Amy and Holly talk American Girl dolls, mistaken identities, and mishaps at the DMV. There will be black eyes.You can find all things Amy and Tiny Theologians on Instagram @amycategannett and @tinytheologians, or online at https://www.tinytheologians.shop.Additional resources mentioned:Through the Wardrobe, How C.S. Lewis Created Narnia by Lina MaslowFinding Narnia, The Story of C.S. Lewis and His Brother by Caroline McAlister and Jessica LenanMusic for Unseriously was composed and produced by Adam Wright, founder of ⁠The Corner Room⁠, a ministry that sets the Bible to music as a tool for memorization and meditation. You can follow The Corner Room on ⁠Instagram⁠.Find podcast news, behind the scenes, and all things Unseriously ⁠⁠⁠@hollymacklebooks⁠⁠⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.