We're Not Helpful: Unhelpful opinions about books

About We're Not Helpful: Unhelpful opinions about books

Welcome to "We're Not Helpful," the podcast where unconventional meets literature! Join hosts Brayton, Eloise and Julian as they take a hilariously unhelpful dive into the world of books and writing. In each episode, our hosts explore a variety of literary topics with their signature blend of wit, humor, and irreverence. From dissecting classic novels to debating the merits of various writing styles, "We're Not Helpful" offers a refreshing take on the literary world that's anything but conventional. Whether you're a seasoned bibliophile or just dipping your toes into the literary pool, this podcast promises entertaining discussions that will leave you both enlightened and entertained. So, grab your favorite book and a cup of tea (or something stronger), and join us as we navigate through the pages of literature with our uniquely unhelpful perspective. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

We're Not Helpful Podcast

Category

arts · arts · comedy

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

31 Oct 2023

Latest episode

21 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

66 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Apr 2026

   Episode 56: Stop It

   We have a bit of an announcement...life has gotten lifey, and we're taking a short break from the show. But before we go, we cover a lot of ground: the Good Omens Season 3 trailer (Eloise had two minutes to debrief and did not breathe once), The Pitt Season 2 wrap-up, Project Hail Mary, Brayton's trip to Hobbiton, and the Hunt for Gollum cast reveal. See you on the other side, and in the meantime, go watch and/or read Project Hail Mary. Comments, questions, feedback? Get in touch at: Email: nothelpfulpod@gmail.com Bluesky: @nothelpfulpod.bsk.social Facebook: We're Not Helpful podcast Instagram: @nothelpfulpod Threads: @nothelpfulpod TikTok: @nothelpfulpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

2. 

   7 Apr 2026

   Episode 55: Technically a Book Podcast

   We came in with a plan to talk about the craft of writing recipes, what makes them work, what makes them infuriating, but the conversation quickly became an extended therapy session for Julian, former chef and a man with strong opinions about people who "can't cook." We do briefly discuss books, we promise. Comments, questions, feedback? Get in touch at: Email: nothelpfulpod@gmail.com Bluesky: @nothelpfulpod.bsk.social Facebook: We're Not Helpful podcast Instagram: @nothelpfulpod Threads: @nothelpfulpod TikTok: @nothelpfulpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

3. 

   24 Mar 2026

   Episode 54: Old Woman Rants at Cloud!

   A chaotic, rant-filled episode that eventually zeroes in on Wuthering Heights, unpacking its messy, toxic “love story,” the challenges of adapting such a dense novel, and the controversy surrounding casting and race in the latest film version. Along the way, we debate whether adaptations need to stay faithful, what gets lost when key themes are removed, and how much creative license is too much. Comments, questions, feedback? Get in touch at: Email: nothelpfulpod@gmail.com Bluesky: @nothelpfulpod.bsk.social Facebook: We're Not Helpful podcast Instagram: @nothelpfulpod Threads: @nothelpfulpod TikTok: @nothelpfulpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

14,744

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

7 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 47 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

41

Social presence

0

YouTube

72

Engagement

60

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