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The Book Lisp with Jon Ryan & Sarah Colonna

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★★★★★
4.9
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280 reviews
This podcast has
102 episodes
Language
English
Date created
2024/11/01
Latest episode
2026/10/12
Average duration
46 min.
Release period
7 days

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The Book Lisp is a weekly Book Club Podcast starring the wedded Jon Ryan & Sarah Colonna. Every month Jon & Sarah will hilariously review 1 book; one month from (NFL Superbowl Champion) Jon's library of Romance, the next month from (Comedian-Actress) Sarah's shelf of Psycological Thrillers Buckle. Up.

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Jon 4.0
2026/10/12
It's Week 2 of your October Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “The Passenger” by Daniel Hurst. Jon shares some sweet memories about his grandma. Would you want an 8 year old to cook for you? We both had some weird hangouts in High School. Jon goes on a wild rant about Grade Point Average.  Plus, boneless wings, gut instincts and more. Enjoy!   Join The Lispener's Group on Facebook to join the conversation and give us your thoughts on all things The Book Lisp. Get 3 Bonus Episodes Per Month + Extra Content and Conversations on ⁠Patreon.⁠ The Book Lisp on Instagram Jon Ryan on Instagram Sarah Colonna on Instagram
Check Yourself
2026/10/05
It's Week 1 of your October Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “The Passenger” by Daniel Hurst. People can really ruin a train ride.  When was the last time you wrote a check in a store? Sarah’s Mom didn’t let her have a backup plan. Plus, Sarah keeps forgetting what Jon’s car looks like, Jon and Sarah both talk about friends who never gave up, and much more. Enjoy!   Join The Lispener's Group on Facebook to join the conversation and give us your thoughts on all things The Book Lisp. Get 3 Bonus Episodes Per Month + Extra Content and Conversations on ⁠Patreon.⁠ The Book Lisp on Instagram Jon Ryan on Instagram Sarah Colonna on Instagram
“The Paper Palace” Full Discussion
2026/09/28
It's Week 4 of your September Book Lisp, which means it’s time for Jon and Sarah to discuss this month's read, “The Paper Palace” by Miranda Cowley Heller. Jon and Sarah discuss timelines, life choices and if there were a couple too many characters. Jon had a different take on the ending than Sarah did. Should Leo have been absolved sooner? Was Jonas always more mature than his age? Plus, jellyfish, carrots, urban myths and much more. Enjoy!  Join The Lispener's Group on Facebook to join the conversation and give us your thoughts on all things The Book Lisp. Get 3 Bonus Episodes Per Month + Extra Content and Conversations on ⁠Patreon.⁠ The Book Lisp on Instagram Jon Ryan on Instagram Sarah Colonna on Instagram
Uno for Dos
2026/09/21
It's Week 3 of your September Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “The Paper Palace” by Miranda Cowley Heller. Sarah has a new plan for Friday nights with Jon. Did you play board games with your family? Malls used to be where the action was. Plus, what’s your Desert Island food,  raccoons are taunting Jon, and more. Enjoy! Join The Lispener's Group on Facebook to join the conversation and give us your thoughts on all things The Book Lisp. Get 3 Bonus Episodes Per Month + Extra Content and Conversations on ⁠Patreon.⁠ The Book Lisp on Instagram Jon Ryan on Instagram Sarah Colonna on Instagram
Hidy Tidy
2026/09/14
It's Week 2 of your September Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “The Paper Palace” by Miranda Cowley Heller. Jon and Sarah discuss fantasy second homes, childhood versus adult vacations, & Jon’s confusing Canadian-isms. Plus, territorial cats, heat waves, FIBs and more. Enjoy! Join The Lispener's Group on Facebook to join the conversation and give us your thoughts on all things The Book Lisp. Get 3 Bonus Episodes Per Month + Extra Content and Conversations on ⁠Patreon.⁠ The Book Lisp on Instagram Jon Ryan on Instagram Sarah Colonna on Instagram
Sir, This is a Chili’s
2026/09/07
It's Week 1 of your September Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “The Paper Palace” by Miranda Cowley Heller. Jon and Sarah discuss what life might’ve been like had they married their high school sweetheart. Is “24” the best TV show of all time?  Nobody did reality TV like Bret Michaels. Plus, Jon reveals his Chili’s secret, and much more. Enjoy!  Join The Lispener's Group on Facebook to join the conversation and give us your thoughts on all things The Book Lisp. Get 3 Bonus Episodes Per Month + Extra Content and Conversations on ⁠Patreon.⁠ The Book Lisp on Instagram Jon Ryan on Instagram Sarah Colonna on Instagram
Author Interview: Nan Fischer/Cleo Ballard
2026/08/31
It’s week 5 of your August Book Lisp, which means it’s a bonus Monday, so we have a fun author interview for you today. Jon and Sarah sit down with author Nan Fischer to discuss her work, including her first  book, “This is a Lie,” under pseudonym Cleo Ballard. Nan opens up about her process, how she comes up with her book ideas, what it’s like to branch out into various genres and so much more. This is a great one. Enjoy! Join The Lispener's Group on Facebook to join the conversation and give us your thoughts on all things The Book Lisp. Get 3 Bonus Episodes Per Month + Extra Content and Conversations on ⁠Patreon.⁠ The Book Lisp on Instagram Jon Ryan on Instagram Sarah Colonna on Instagram
“Gray After Dark” Full Discussion
2026/08/24
It's Week 4 of your August Book Lisp, which means it’s time for Jon & Sarah to discuss this month's read, “Gray After Dark” by Noelle Ihli. Jon and Sarah dive into all their thoughts on this intense thriller.  Wes got a raw deal. Sarah was yelling at her book for someone to turn around. Some Olympic sports are very obscure. Plus, when someone starts to tell you about a person’s disappearance, let them finish. And much more. Enjoy! Join The Lispener's Group on Facebook to join the conversation and give us your thoughts on all things The Book Lisp. Get 3 Bonus Episodes Per Month + Extra Content and Conversations on ⁠Patreon.⁠ The Book Lisp on Instagram Jon Ryan on Instagram Sarah Colonna on Instagram
Come Through My Window
2026/08/17
It's Week 3 of your August Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Gray After Dark” by Noelle Ihli. Jon reveals what’s in his notes app (a lot). Sarah might have been responsible for getting her sister in trouble. It’s never good when the land line rings. Plus, why are cabins in books only ever creepy or romantic, and much more. Enjoy!  Join The Lispener's Group on Facebook to join the conversation and give us your thoughts on all things The Book Lisp. Get 3 Bonus Episodes Per Month + Extra Content and Conversations on ⁠Patreon.⁠ The Book Lisp on Instagram Jon Ryan on Instagram Sarah Colonna on Instagram
Kindle Jenner
2026/08/10
It's Week 2 of your August Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Gray After Dark” by Noelle Ihli. The new Burning Man documentary seals Jon’s stance on ever going. Influencers need to chill. Jon’s paper route was complicated. Sarah has a crazy irrational fear, and much more. Enjoy! Join The Lispener's Group on Facebook to join the conversation and give us your thoughts on all things The Book Lisp. Get 3 Bonus Episodes Per Month + Extra Content and Conversations on ⁠Patreon.⁠ The Book Lisp on Instagram Jon Ryan on Instagram Sarah Colonna on Instagram
What’s in the Bag?
2026/08/03
It's Week 1 of your August Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Gray After Dark” by Noelle Ihli. Jon & Sarah discuss doomsday prepping, what is (or isn’t) in their “go” bags, and one thing Sarah wouldn’t do to survive. Plus, cool it with the espresso martinis, mimosas don’t go well with steak, & Jon surprises Sarah with the first ever Book Lisp game. Join The Lispener's Group on Facebook to join the conversation and give us your thoughts on all things The Book Lisp. Get 3 Bonus Episodes Per Month + Extra Content and Conversations on ⁠Patreon.⁠ The Book Lisp on Instagram Jon Ryan on Instagram Sarah Colonna on Instagram
“Summer Sisters” Full Discussion
2026/07/27
It's Week 4 of your July Book Lisp, which means it’s time for Jon & Sarah to discuss this month's read, “Summer Sisters” by Judy Blume. Jon & Sarah dive into their thoughts on this deep summer read.  Is Caitlin a bad friend? Does Vix feel indebted to Caitlin or does she just “get” her? The ending leaves us guessing. Sarah surprises Jon with her rating. And much, much more on this one. Enjoy!  Join The Lispener's Group on Facebook to join the conversation and give us your thoughts on all things The Book Lisp. Get 3 Bonus Episodes Per Month + Extra Content and Conversations on ⁠Patreon.⁠ The Book Lisp on Instagram Jon Ryan on Instagram Sarah Colonna on Instagram
Don’t Look Back
2026/07/20
It's Week 3 of your July Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Summer Sisters” by Judy Blume. Jon & Sarah discuss what advice they’d give their younger selves (maybe none?).  Have you ever had to break up with a friend? Please don’t burp loudly in public. Friday was Thor’s family night out, and more. Enjoy! Join The Lispener's Group on Facebook to join the conversation and give us your thoughts on all things The Book Lisp. Get 3 Bonus Episodes Per Month + Extra Content and Conversations on ⁠Patreon.⁠ The Book Lisp on Instagram Jon Ryan on Instagram Sarah Colonna on Instagram
Don’t Cave
2026/07/13
It's Week 2 of your July Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Summer Sisters” by Judy Blume. Jon and Sarah discuss summer jobs - and how to do the very least at them, but still shine. Don’t go first into a cave. Be kind to your dry cleaners. Plus, Jon (or AI) wrote a song for Sarah, and so much more. Enjoy!  Join The Lispener's Group on Facebook to join the conversation and give us your thoughts on all things The Book Lisp. Get 3 Bonus Episodes Per Month + Extra Content and Conversations on ⁠Patreon.⁠ The Book Lisp on Instagram Jon Ryan on Instagram Sarah Colonna on Instagram
Summer Lovin’
2026/07/06
It's Week 1 of your July Book Lisp. With no spoilers until week 4, Jon and Sarah discuss topics inspired by this month's read, “Summer Sisters” by Judy Blume. Jon and Sarah discuss summer memories, high school vs college friendships, where they spent holidays as kids, and much more. A fun and nostalgic episode. Enjoy! Join The Lispener's Group on Facebook to join the conversation and give us your thoughts on all things The Book Lisp. Get 3 Bonus Episodes Per Month + Extra Content and Conversations on ⁠Patreon.⁠ The Book Lisp on Instagram Jon Ryan on Instagram Sarah Colonna on Instagram

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4.9 out of 5
280 reviews
★★★★★
Rgreen2025 2026/06/28
Kill for Me
Awesome summary of the book, Kill For Me. A book I would never read, but still thoroughly enjoyed this discussion. Intense books are not my thing a...
★☆☆☆☆
PWade03 2026/03/09
Good luck
Especially if Sara continues hitching her wagon to Jeff Lewis— she threw away a decades long friendship with Heather for a man-hating woman who can’t ...
★★★★★
jenle la 2025/12/04
Crisp Edges
I’m with John on the crisp edges! I really enjoy listening to you guys & I don’t even read the books - humble brag 😊
★★★★★
Hydrangea Hideaway 2025/10/11
My favorite duo!
Love listing to Jon and Sarah, their a banter is amazing and even better I’m reading more. Keep it up!
★★★★★
MHPHL 2025/08/16
RUMPER turned Lispener
Obsessed with Sarah and Jon’s banter! Have read some of the books but I listen even if I don’t. They make me laugh so hard and I love learning more ab...
★★★★★
Jenni_Marie🤓 2025/08/10
A fun podcast about reading?! Yes please!
Just discovered this podcast and really enjoying catching up! Jon and Sarah’s conversations are funny and interesting and their relationship seems so ...
★★★★★
Justice42pac 2025/06/23
Love ❤️
You guys are so cute! And you have me listening to audible now while laying by the pool. I love Chris Franjola also since the Chelsea dayz. Thank you ...
★★★★★
MA GIGI SUE 2025/06/17
One of my favorite podcasts!
Sarah and Jon are a great couple! They are funny, entertaining and just fun to listen to, whether you read the books or not! I look forward to listeni...
★★★★★
leslancast1 2025/05/26
Entertaining!
I’m really enjoying this podcast! Not only the book commentary, but it’s fun listening to a couple in the same ‘season of life’ as we are who seem to ...
★★★★★
ChristineinTacoma 2025/05/13
Refreshing recommendations and fun discussions!
I am loving reading books that I would not normally pick up, and Jon and Sarah’s enthusiastic, funny and insightful commentary makes me appreciate the...
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