Decanterbury Tales: The Podcast
By Decanterbury Tales
We're two friends that share a mutual love of wine, literature and Dobby the house elf. This podcast is our way to connect, explore new novels and vino while having fun. Our hope is that you read and drink along with us, laugh with us, and learn something poignant along the way. (Totally email us if you do.)
Decanterbury Tales: The Podcast Jul 13, 2023
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Q2 2023 Readcap
Pals are back with a Q2 breakdown of all our reads from April-June. Plus, a little Rose tasting to go with The Spare Room by Andrea Bartz.
Jul 13, 202357:37
BBC-June 2023- Bleeding Love
Happy PUB DAY to Andrea Bartz, author of our June Book Club Pick The Spare Room- which hit shelves today! In this episode, Laura covers Curious Elixirs No.4, and Laura and Georgianna sit down and chat with Andi about the book. THERE ARE PLOT SPOILERS!
Jun 20, 202301:06:37
BBC- May 23- Papa's Got a Brand New Bag
The pals cover “Counterfeit” by Kirstin Chen, and much, much more in our May episode. Georgianna hops on with the author and Laura pairs a 0% ABV “counterfeit” wine.
Jun 08, 202301:18:54
ReadCap Q1 & Book Club-April 23- champagne problems
We've got a double header for April 2023! We've combined our reading recap for Q1 with our book club chat on "The Bartender's Cure". April was a doozy- but hey- we'll tell you all about it.
May 01, 202301:02:01
Boozy Book Club- March 23- Written in the Chard
March brings the pals to New York City to cover The Cloisters: A Novel by Katy Hays. Enjoy a deep dive book club chat with the author and sip the pals pairing, a South African blend- "The Curator" (red or white blend, we're not picky) by A.A. Badenhorst. Bottoms up & stay weird! Check out the Pod Shop: www.decanterburytales.com/shop
Mar 28, 202301:24:09
Boozy Book Club- FEB 23- Walking After Midnight
February brings us espresso martinis, French wine, and a great interview with Stacy Willingham, the author of “All the Dangerous Things”.
Mar 02, 202301:32:59
Boozy Book Club-JAN 23-Raspberry (ca)Ber(n)et
Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to kick off SEASON THREE of the podcast! Let’s go crazy! This month the pals discuss “None of this Would’ve Happened If Prince Were Alive” and interview the author, Carolyn Prusa. The pals paired the book with vinos found at Trader Joes: Charles Shaw and Well Read. The chat rolls through motherhood, expectations and Georgianna’s love for chief hurricane hunter, Jim Cantore.
Jan 31, 202301:33:38
Boozy Book Club-DEC 22-Szn 2 Finale
It's the end of Season 2, pals! WE DID IT! WOO TO THE HOO! On the final episode of Decanterbury Tales' second year, Georgianna and Laura combine their re(ad)cap for Q4 and Book Club episode to discuss the highs and lows of books they read at the end of 2022 and 'I'm Glad My Mom Died" by Jennette McCurdy. Cheers to an amazing year! Bottoms Up & Stay Weird!
Jan 06, 202301:15:48
Book Banter with Blue Cypress Books: Top 5 of 2022
Live recording from Book Banter that was live streamed on December 22, 2022 with Blue Cypress Books of New Orleans, LA! With special guest, Rayna of Blue Cypress Books, the pals chat about their top books of 2022 and why we loved them! Check out the Blue Cypress Website here: www.bluecypressbooks.com/
Dec 29, 202255:17
Don’t Fear the Reaper with Deanna Raybourn
It’s a very special mini-sode! The pals sit down for a fun chat with Deanna Raybourn, author of our November Book Club pick “Killers of a Certain Age”.
Dec 14, 202245:41
Boozy Book Club- Nov 2022- Look What You Made Me Do
This month, the pals cover “Killers of a Certain Age” and Tooth & Nail wine. Stay tuned for a mini-sode interview with the author of “Killers of a Certain Age!”
Dec 08, 202201:05:15
Boozy Book Club- Oct 2022- SCARED, POTTAH?
Happy Halloween! Keeping with tradition, this month the pals cover “Harry Potter & the Chamber of Secrets”. Enjoy some HP trivia and sip a lovely Cab Sav from the Columbia Valley- Borne of Fire. Trick or treat!
Oct 31, 202201:02:15
The Re(ad)cap Q3 2022
The pals recap their reads and sips for Q3 of 2022.
Oct 10, 202231:09
Boozy Book Club-Sept 22- Thank U 4 Being A Friend
The pals dive into “Remarkably Bright Creatures” with the author, Shelby Van Pelt. Two red wines (Happy Camper & Floorshow), lots of laughs and eight very helpful arms of our new favorite spirit animal.
Sep 19, 202201:19:19
Boozy Book Club- AUG 2022- I am woman. Hear me roar.
Get ready to unleash your inner feminine rage as the pals cover "When Women Were Dragons" by Kelly Barnhill. They chat about their recent trip to the Mississippi Book Festival, dissect what it means to be a woman, the history of the French 75, and how to make the Decanterbury Tales signature cocktail, "One More Chapter".
Sep 01, 202201:19:00
Boozy Book Club- July 2022- Pretty Fly for a Mai Tai
It’s not an all expenses paid fake honeymoon, but it’s basically the same thing. July delivers the pals Mai Tai’s and a great enemies turned lovers story.
Aug 04, 202201:14:56
The Re(ad)cap for Q2 2022
Let the pals regale you with tales of the highs and lows of the novels and vinos of the past three months for the re(ad)cap episode for Q2 2022!
Jul 31, 202248:05
Boozy Book Club- June 2022- She's a Killer Queen
June brings the pals from Chile to Cambodia and back again, while they discuss "We Were Never Here" by Andrea Bartz and dive into a juicy book club discussion with the author herself. Sip back and relax with Escarlata, a delightful Chilean red blend that pairs perfectly with this month's toxic friendship thriller.
Jun 28, 202201:54:10
Boozy Book Club- May 2022- It's all for the aesthetic
Dearest listeners, May brings the Pals to the ton to discuss Julia Quinn's novels turned Netflix series, Bridgerton "The Duke & I". Delightfully paired with the most aesthetic of canned wines, Crafter's Union rose and pinot grigio, this pairing is perfect to kick off your Summer festivities. Cheers!
Jun 03, 202201:04:09
Keep it Trill-It's F#%K It Friday
Join us for the trillest mini-sode as the pals interview wine influencer, Meaghan @trillwinewife and celebrate her unofficial weekly holiday "Fuck it Friday". Do what you want because we made it through the week!
May 20, 202201:00:07
Boozy Book Club- April 2022- Performance Art
The pals take us back to the early 2000s this month covering Other People's Clothes by Calla Henkel, chat inspiration and the writing process with the author, and sip Kings of Prohibition Cabernet Sauvignon.
May 05, 202201:42:46
Boozy Book Club- March 2022- Smart Lady Crimes
“Work hard. Play hard. Drink Chard.” This month, the pals dive in to the realm of smart lady criminals and discuss 19 Crimes Martha Stewart Chard and “Lucky” by Marissa Stapley.
Apr 12, 202201:07:27
The Re(ad)Cap Q1 2022
After a brief hiatus, Georgianna and Laura are back with the highs and lows of reads and sips for the first quarter of the year.
Mar 28, 202201:01:49
Boozy Book Club-Jan 2022- We're Feelin' Szn 2
Welcome to season 2, pals! That’s right- we made it a WHOLE YEAR! This episode, our leading ladies chat all things NOLA, local lagers and interview the author of our January pick- Flicker in the Dark.
Feb 16, 202202:19:22
Boozy Book Club- Dec 2021- It’s all Gucci
The grand finale of our first year! The gals cover “The House of Gucci”, 2021, the Grande Dame of Champagne- Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, and MUCH more! Cheers to 2021 and welcome to 2022!
Jan 15, 202201:29:01
Boozy Book Club- Nov 2021- Cheat Day
This mammoth of an episode has it all: books, wine and a fantastic interview with the author of “Cheat Day”, Liv Stratman. Grab a glass and enjoy!
Dec 10, 202101:56:41
Mini-sode: A Petit Four
It’s a cake pun! Go ahead and lick the icing folks, our book choice for November is “Cheat Day” by Liv Stratman. On this mini-episode, Georgianna & Laura catch up, talk about upcoming movie & book releases and of course, sing off key. Let’s get reading!
Nov 08, 202129:48
Boozy Book Club- Oct 2021- TROLLS IN THE DUNGEON!!!
This month, Georgianna and Laura cover “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” in honor of Halloween! With a bevy of ghoulish vinos to choose from, this episode features a spooky themed wine haul of 4 different wines perfect for your hallowed gatherings. The gals chat rapid fire Harry Potter questions and delve into some great discussions of all things Potter. Happy Spooky Season!
Oct 30, 202101:17:07
Boozy Book Club- Sept 2021- Chili Pepper Emojis with Zoraida Cordova
Opps! We did it again! While September may be behind us, we still have one STACKED episode to commemorate the month we had! The pals cover "The Inheritance of Orquidea Divina" with a special guest appearance by the author herself, Zoraida Cordova. This majestic read is paired with Freakshow Chardonnay & True Myth Cabernet Sauvignon. Be prepared for tons of catching up, banter and a great interview in this extra long but extra fun episode.
Oct 03, 202101:41:27
Boozy Book Club- August 2021- These are Bloody Shoes
The pals chat about Lucy Foley’s novel, The Guest List, and our wine pairing (news flash we went red)! Bottoms up & stay weird!
Sep 02, 202149:03
The Re(ad)cap for Q2ish
On this episode, we readcap books we’ve read and wines we’ve sipped since the last readcap! We say farewell to rose, talk vacay plans and discuss things we find #sosatisfying.
Aug 15, 202151:23
Boozy Book Club- July 2021- Bad Habits
Obviously we can’t help but wish Harry Potter a very HAPPEE BIRTHDAE at the start of this episode as we dive into “Astrid Sees All” by Natalie Standiford. We chat wine pairings, 80s music, and Laura finally opens her birthday present from Georgianna (7 months later).
Aug 01, 202145:54
Good girls gone bad with Natalie Standiford
On this episode we chat with Natalie Standiford, author of “Astrid Sees All”. We talk about her inspiration for the book, JFK Jr., and the toxic best friendship we want to be made into a musical.
Jul 23, 202147:48
Boozy Book Club- June 2021- That Girl is Poizin(fandel)
This month’s discussion of “The Lost Apothecary” brings us on a journey. We get philosophical about fate and Taylor Swift, we chat wine and we ponder the existence of magick. Shout out to the pals of the pod for recommending this month’s book club pick!
Jul 01, 202146:02
Pick your poison with Sarah Penner
Be careful *its poison*! On this episode, Laura & Georgianna chat with author of “The Lost Apothecary”, Sarah Penner. Topics included but certainly not limited to inspiration for the book, essential oils, love for librarians and (ahem) poison.
Jun 20, 202156:53
Boozy Book Club- May 2021- ‘Sup Beaches
“Sex & Vanity” brings the Decanterbury gals on a #wanderlust fueled journey. On this episode we chat about Italian Pinot Grigio, travel & Taco Bell orders.
Jun 01, 202149:24
The Re(ad)cap for Q1
It’s time for a recap of all the reads we’ve had so far for 2021! This is a fast a furious list of what we liked, why we liked it and comparisons to help you choose if it’s a good pick for you!
May 23, 202145:14
Boozy Book Club- Apr 2021- Drag’s not Dead
The pod discusses Outlawed by Anna North, 19 Crimes Snoop Dogg wines, what the journey to LBTQ+ allyship looks like and features a bonus interview with the director of “Genderf*ck Drag”, Christina Huff!
May 01, 202101:14:11
Inside Outlawed with Anna North
On this episode, Laura & Georgianna interview Anna North, author of our April book club pick: Outlawed.
Apr 15, 202141:10
Boozy Book Club- Mar 2021- Strong Woman Vibes
March 2021 brings us Women’s History Month vibes featuring “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo.” We chat about sparkling wine, old Hollywood, becoming a strong woman, and what it means to be the family you choose.
Apr 01, 202154:09
Can you paint with all the colors of vino?
On this episode we chat it up with Danielle Renee, an artist that paints with wine! We discuss painting with wine, the video production industry and Women's History Month. Head over to the blog www.decanterburytales.com/blog to download a PDF of our logo that you can try your hand at painting with your fave red wine!
Mar 20, 202151:53
Boozy Book Club- Feb 2021- Rat S#!t Crazy
We talk wine, The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires, the power of moms and of course, the rat scene.
Mar 01, 202159:43
Southern Book Club's Guide to Grady Hendrix
Our interview with author Grady Hendrix and a deep dive into southern housewives, true crime, the 90s, politeness and of course, vampires.
Feb 18, 202101:07:52
Boozy Book Club- Jan 2021- Origin Story
Our first official "boozy book club episode" includes a great discussion on our January book choice, When We Believed in Mermaids by Barbara O'Neal, the wine bundle for January with Longboard Vineyards and we discuss our origin story: how this podcast was conceived and how our friendship began... woo to the hoo. Read our episode notes at www.decanterburytales.com/blog
Jan 31, 202144:25
End it on a high note with Barbara O’Neal
Georgianna and Laura sit down with author Barbara O’Neal to chat about “When We Believed In Mermaids”, writing, the Titanic movie, and cats.
Jan 27, 202127:48
Trailer: Decanterbury Tales
Wow you guys, we actually did it.
Jan 12, 202100:38