A Blog Anniversary Party Meet Cute & Our Latest Book Recs

The Nightly · Apr 17, 2026 · 23m

Josh Gondelman and Kristen Meinzer host a cozy, wide-ranging book club chat.

What You’ll Hear

From TV Teens to Timeless Stories: Kristen talks about teen shows that actually feel real, and why some one-season series leave the biggest mark.

A Book That Feels Like a Hug: Kristen shares a joyful read that’s equal parts funny, human, and quietly reassuring—plus a sweet story about how Josh and his wife first bonded over words.

Reading the World, One State at a Time: A peek into how Kristen’s 50 states reading project is going.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro

01:00 Favorite shows we're watching

04:45 The…