Circle Time: A Book Club Podcast

By: Lauren Chapman Michelle Phillips and Olivia Marelic
  • Summary

  • Circle Time is a space where we share pieces of what we’re reading to scratch our English-class itch and get some personalized, in-depth recommendations from each other. We hope that by opening our circle to a wider audience we can inspire introspection, curious conversation, and of course, more reading in the world!

    © 2025 Circle Time: A Book Club Podcast
    Show More Show Less
Episodes
  • Tiny Beautiful Things by Cheryl Strayed – The Truth That Lives There
    Jan 1 2025

    Here it is... a long-awaited Circle Time by yours truly, Olivia! This book changed her life and she couldn't wait to share it with everyone. In this episode, Lauren and Olivia discuss "the truth that lives there" and Michelle questions if Sugar's advice still stands in a marriage. Join them for some laughs, maybe some tears, and a whole lot of "horribly horrible true truths".

    Show More Show Less
    53 mins
  • The Buddha Walks Into the Office by Lodro Rinzler
    Dec 18 2024

    This book walked its way into Michelle's life and now she can't look back. The daily practices and Buddhist philosophies that Rinzler espouses here bring a renewed sense of meaning into work, and help calm the mind/body along the way. From setting intentions to focusing on the breath, we talk about how to slow down and be mindful at work. . . and the challenges that prevent us from doing so.

    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 11 mins
  • The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John Gottman
    Dec 4 2024

    Are any of us married? Nope. Do we have any experience with marriage? Nope. Are we still gonna talk about it? Yup. Through information from relationship researcher John Gottman, we talk about the Four Horsemen as they relate to the demise of a relationship as well as the initial "seeds" or warning signs that may mean your relationship could use some TLC. Join us for this conversation that explores marriage, divorce, breaking up with long-term partners, and a whole lot more!

    Show More Show Less
    57 mins

What listeners say about Circle Time: A Book Club Podcast

Average customer ratings

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.