Badass Books and Besties
Are you ready to transform your life through incredible books and be inspired by badass women who are living out their dream lives? Join Badass Book Bestie, Brianna Brown, as she empowers you to become the most badass woman you can be. You will learn to create a life you admire, using life-changing books and besties as your catalyst. If you love an intelligent and engaging conversation, then this podcast is for you! Find me at: Instagram and FB as @badassbookbestie AND and badassbookbesties.com
Episodes
61 episodes
60: Your Second Life Begins When You Realize You Only Have One | Book Club Part 2
What happens when you’ve built a good life…and still find yourself wondering if there’s supposed to be something more?In Part Two of our Female Fiction Reads book club discussion of
59: Your Second Life Begins When You Realize You Only Have One | Book Club Part 1
What happens when you’ve built a good life…but still can’t shake the feeling that something is missing?In this episode of Badass Books and Besties, you’re invited inside a real Female Fiction Reads Book Club discussion as we div...
58: What If the Life You’re Waiting For Is Already Happening? | Peace Is Every Step by Thich Nhat Hanh
What if you could pursue your biggest goals without spending your entire life waiting to finally feel happy?In this episode of Badass Books & Besties, I’m exploring Pe...
57: From Passionate Reader to Author-Illustrator: Kessa Scott’s Journey in Children’s Books
This week on the Badass Books and Besties, we’re diving into the inspiring journey of Kessa Scott—a lifelong book lover, former teacher, and now a writer and illustrator of children’s picture books. From teaching herself t...
56: Why Self-Help Books Aren’t Changing Your Life—and What to Do Differently
Have you ever finished a self-help book feeling inspired, motivated, and ready to change your life, only to realize a few weeks later that very little has actually changed?The problem may not be that you are reading the wrong books. It m...
55: How to Stop Overthinking and Change the Stories You Tell Yourself | Soundtracks by Jon Acuff
Have you ever talked yourself out of something before you even started? Maybe you've convinced yourself you're not good enough, that you'll probably fail, or that you're "just an overthinker." The truth is, the stories we tell ourselves often s...
54: Creating Cozy Escapes: Mallory Thomas on Love, Books, and Balancing Motherhood
Dive into "Badass Books and Besties" as Brianna interviews romance writer Mallory Thomas in an inspiring, heartfelt episode. Mallory shares her journey from content creator and mother to published author, revealing how real-life moments pushed ...
53: Understanding The Secret: How Your Thoughts, Beliefs, and Gratitude Shape the Life You Create
The Secret by Rhonda Byrne has become one of the most widely discussed personal development books in the world, introducing millions of readers to the idea that our thoughts...
52: How to Build a Writing Habit That Actually Works in Real Life
In this episode, Brianna shares a thoughtful and realistic approach to building a writing habit that fits into real life, even when things feel busy, overwhelming, or unpredictable.Drawing from a recent writing group session, she talks a...
51: The Books That Shaped My 2025 and the Ones I Always Recommend
In this deeply personal episode of Badass Books and Besties, Brianna shares the five books that shaped her 2025 and explains why this year of reading meant more to her than any other.After a year marked by grief, growth, and maj...
50: Untamed by Glennon Doyle — Book Club Session 2: Purpose, Productivity, and Being Enough
In this episode of Badass Books & Besties, we’re diving deep into Book Club Session 2 of Untamed by Glennon Doyle—and this conversation is ho...
49: Untamed by Glennon Doyle - Book Club Session 1: Freedom, Expectations, and Being a Woman
In this episode of Badass Books & Besties, we’re sharing Book Club Session 1 of Untamed by Glennon Doyle — pulled straight from a live, real-...
48: Dr. Melanie McNally: Emotional Intelligence for Teens (and the Adults Who Love Them)
In this conversation, you’ll meet Dr. Melanie McNally—licensed clinical psychologist, brain coach, and author of The Emotionally Intelligent Teen and
47: The Origins of You by Vienna Pharaon: Naming Your Wounds and How to Reclaim Your Life
Why do we keep repeating the same patterns in love, conflict, and self-worth? In this episode of Badass Books & Besties, we dive deep into The Origins of You by therap...
46: Believe in Yourself: A Badass Affirmation Journey for Confidence, Purpose, and Growth
What if the thing standing between you and the life you want isn’t your ability, your circumstances, or whether you have everything figured out—but whether you truly believe in yourself?If you’ve been feeling lost, stuck, unsure of what ...
45: From Idea to Outline: Behind the Scenes of My Writing Workshop
Ever dreamed of writing a book but have no idea where tostart? This episode takes you behind the scenes of the From Idea to Outline workshop — a transformational session that helps writers go from scattered thoughts to a clear, confident writin...
44: Lessons in Chemistry: Session 2 – Breaking Barriers in Science, Society, and Self
Elizabeth Zott isn’t just a character—she’s a revolution in a lab coat. In Session 2 of our Female Fiction Reads book club, we’re diving into Bonnie Garmus’ bestselling novel Le...
43: Lessons in Chemistry: Session 1 — Elizabeth Zott, Feminism, & Finding Your Voice
Join us for Session 1 of our Lessons in Chemistry book club discussion as we dive deep into Bonnie Garmus’s bestselling novel and the unforgettable Elizabeth Zott. In this episod...
42: Dare to Become: From Fear to Resilience—Inspiration for Writers, Entrepreneurs & Dreamers Alike
What does it really take to push past fear, find resilience, and finally finish the dream you’ve been carrying inside you? In this inspiring episode of the Badass Books and Besties podcast, I sit down with Julie Cropp Gareleck—b...
41: Finding Fulfillment Where You Are: Slowing Down, Letting Go, and Living in the Moment
If you’re always chasing the next goal, how can you truly enjoy where you are right now? In this heartfelt episode of Badass Books and Besties, Brianna shares her personal journey of slowing down, finding peace in the present, and lett...
40: Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen – Heartfelt Endings & Haunting Revelations | Book Club Discussion - Session 2
This week, the Besties dive into the second half of Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen, wrapping up their heartfelt, laughter-filled book club discussion. Join B...
39: Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen – A Magical and Heartfelt Book Club Discussion | Session 1
In this first session of our Badass Book Besties Female Fiction Reads Bookclub, we’re diving into Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen—a beautifully written novel ful...
38: Becoming an Author: The Story, the Heart, and the Healing Behind Perpetually 24
After years of dreaming and doubting, Brianna J.J. Brown has officially become a published author. In this intimate episode, she’s taking you behind the scenes of the journey that led to her debut novel,
37: Badass Book Besties - Where Women Connect, Read, and Transform Together
Calling all book-lovers! Are you ready to join a vibrant community of passionate readers and expand your literary horizons? Look no further than the Badass Book Besties membership! Founded by Brianna, this membership is a haven for women who lo...
36: Embracing the Power of Books & Writing and How It Can Shape a Better Life
In this episode, we will embrace the power of literature, self-care, and personal growth. Our special guest Stephanie Affinito, a devoted literacy educator, shares her passion for reading, writing, and empowering others to find joy in literacy....
