AudiYOOObooks is a spoiler-heavy audiobook review podcast hosted by JD and Mal. Each episode, we listen to a book and then dive deep into the full story, characters, themes, and the audiobook performance itself. We talk about narrators, listening experience, and what works (or doesn't) when a story is told through audio. We assume you've already read or listened to the book and want to unpack it further with us. Like a book club, but for audiobook listeners. If you love audiobooks, storytelling, and honest conversations about books, AudiYOOObooks is the pod for you!
Podcast Overview
AudiYOOObooks is a spoiler-heavy audiobook review podcast hosted by JD and Mal. Each episode, we listen to a book and then dive deep into the full story, characters, themes, and the audiobook performance itself. We talk about narrators, listening experience, and what works (or doesn't) when a story is told through audio. We assume you've already read or listened to the book and want to unpack it further with us. Like a book club, but for audiobook listeners. If you love audiobooks, storytelling, and honest conversations about books, AudiYOOObooks is the pod for you!
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3/9/2026
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Recent Episodes
June 5, 2026
AB4: The Two Towers by J.R.R. Tolkien
<p class="p1">In this episode of <strong>AudiYOOObooks</strong>, JD and Mallory discuss The Two Towers by J.R.R. Tolkien and the audiobook experience. The conversation covers Tolkien's darker turn in the middle book of the trilogy, the growing sense of hopelessness facing the characters, the split narrative structure, and why the story feels so different from modern fantasy. We also compare the Andy Serkis and Rob Inglis audiobook performances, discuss Tolkien's songs and poetry, debate whether the Frodo and Sam sections are unfairly criticized, and spend a surprising amount of time talking about horses.</p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">⚠️</span> <strong>This is a full spoiler discussion.</strong><br /> We assume you've already read or listened to the book.</p> <p class="p1">If you've finished the book and want to spend a little more time unpacking it, this episode is for you.</p> <p class="p1"><strong>Book discussed:</strong><br /> The Two Towers by J.R.R. Tolkien</p> <p class="p1"><strong>Audiobook narrator:</strong><br /> Andy Serkis / Rob Inglis</p>
May 5, 2026
AB3: The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien
<p class="p1">In this episode of <strong>AudiYOOObooks</strong>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lefthandrightbrain/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">JD</a> and Mallory discuss The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien and the audiobook experience.</p> <p class="p1">They explore Tolkien's writing style, the depth of Middle-earth, and why this story continues to define fantasy. Along the way, they compare audiobook narrations, talk about the challenges of reading Tolkien, and share their different perspectives—one deeply familiar, one completely fresh.</p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">⚠️</span> <strong>This is a full spoiler discussion.</strong><br /> We assume you've already read or listened to the book.</p> <p class="p1">If you've finished the book and want to spend a little more time unpacking it, this episode is for you.</p> <p class="p1"><strong>Book discussed:</strong><br /> The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien</p> <p class="p1"><strong>Audiobook narrator:</strong><br /> Andy Serkis / Rob Inglis</p>
April 7, 2026
AB2: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
<p class="p1">In this episode of <strong>AudiYOOObooks</strong>, JD and Mallory discuss Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen.</p> <p class="p1">We break down the story, characters, and themes, while also reviewing the audiobook performance and what makes this version stand out. Along the way, we talk about why audiobooks still get dismissed, how this novel shaped modern romance tropes, and why Pride and Prejudice is funnier and more relatable than its reputation suggests.</p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">⚠️</span> <strong>This is a full spoiler discussion.</strong><br /> We assume you've already read or listened to the book.</p> <p class="p1">If you've finished the book and want to spend a little more time unpacking it, this episode is for you.</p> <p class="p1"><strong>Book discussed:</strong><br /> Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen</p> <p class="p1"><strong>Audiobook narrator:</strong><br /> Rosamund Pike</p>
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