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A podcast about two of the best things in life: books and champagne. Hosted by Ellyn Grimm and Amanda Lepper, co-owners of Dog-Eared Books in Ames, Iowa.
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Signup to Generate a PitchA podcast about two of the best things in life: books and champagne. Hosted by Ellyn Grimm and Amanda Lepper, co-owners of Dog-Eared Books in Ames, Iowa.
Bubbles and Books is hosted by Dog•Eared Books. The show has published 191 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "It's Only A Little Break" (25 August 2026, 40 minutes), "Poppin' Off with Tara Goedjen" (18 August 2026, 51 minutes), and "Poppin' Off with Claire Carusillo" (11 August 2026, 63 minutes).
Bubbles and Books publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 66 minutes across 191 episodes.
Booking probability for Bubbles and Books is 36%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Bubbles and Books requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Bubbles and Books's contact route on record: verified email.
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Dog•Eared Books hosts Bubbles and Books, an arts podcast with 191 episodes published.
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Episode #191
As you know Dog-Eared Books is growing! There's lots to do, and we only have so many hours in the day. Because of the crazy schedule, we are going on a brief hiatus until the new year. Until then, we're leaving you with...
Episode #190
Today's episode of Bubbles & Books is very exciting because we are welcoming author Tara Goedjin to the podcast! Tara leads a very interesting life, has an Iowa connection, and is on to chat all about her upcoming...
Episode #189
Today we have debut author and fellow bookstore owner Claire Carusillo on Bubbles & Books. The Responsible Party hits shelves this week and it is our DogPack subscription pick and one Amanda and Ellyn's favorite reads...
Episode #188
Today, we are getting a reality check! Ellyn is joined by the real Ken Moore, Bookseller Mariah, and her son Holden. They're discussing Dog-Eared's newest book club Reality Check. Reality Check Book Club reads new...
Episode #187
Dog-Eared is growing, and that growth couldn't happen without the fantastic teams we have overseeing this project. Old buildings need a lot of work, and Brett Wolf, with Integrity Construction, is overseeing Dog-Eared's...
Episode #186
Gabbie Hanks, author, former Floridian, and now Iowa transplant, joins Amanda and Ellyn on Today's podcast. They're chatting all about her debut novel Nasty Little Secret, moving to Iowa, how her book became published...
Episode #185
It's almost the official dog days of summer, and today we're sharing with you some great reading suggestions to plan out your reading for these long hot days. We’re going to tell you about what’s new and hot this...
Episode #184
Today we are joined by author Tessa Yang whose debut published novel The Jellyfish Problem instantly captivated Ellyn and Amanda. Most you know if it's got a touch of monster and magical realism it's likely to have that...
Episode #183
<p>Emily Jane is not only one of our favorite authors, but also a friend of Dog-Eared Books. Emily has one of the most unique voices in literature, and her delightfully weird and entertaining novels are always instant...
Episode #182
<p>Today we are joined by the incredible Paige Lewis, author of the debut novel Canon. An instant Dog-Eared favorite, Amanda and Ellyn were so excited to choose it as a subscription pick and to have Paige on the...
Episode #181
<p>This week, we’re kicking off a new Bubbles & Books podcast series Book Shop Talk! In this series, we’ll introduce you to the incredible booksellers across the country whom we consider invaluable peers.</p> <p>For our...
Episode #180
<p>Today’s special episode celebrates Mother’s Day, as Amanda and Ellyn each welcome their moms to the Bubbles & Books podcast for the very first time. Together, they chat about Amanda and Ellyn’s journey opening...
Episode #179
<p>Ellery Adams. This one is for you. Today, Ellyn brings back one of our favorite games, Good Books Bad Reviews. She has scoured Goodreads for some of the most outrageous reviews left on some iconic and favorite books...
Episode #178
<p>The biggest day of the year is coming up and we can't wait! We are celebrating with all of our Central Iowa Indie Bookstore friends and bringing back the Indie Bookstore Day passport! Listen along, and hear about all...
Episode #177
<p>Ellyn has spent many a Bubbles & Books episode talking about one of her favorite reads Invasive Species, and today we are thrilled to have the author Ellery Adams join us! We're all about weird books and monsters...
Episode #176
<p>Dear Julia Langbein, we are honored to have you grace us with your presence on the Bubbles & Books podcast. We are not worthy of such greatness, but are incredibly glad to be discussing your new novel Dear Monica...
Episode #175
<p>Want a chance to win a $1,000 dollar gift card to Dog-Eared Books?<br> Yes. One. Thousand. Dollars.</p> <p>Download our 2026 Dog-Eared Books Spring Silliness Books Bracket, and submit your picks online by 8 AM on...
Episode #174
<p>Today we are heading down memory lane and looking back at the last five years and all the funny moments, best books, and favorite memories we've experienced. As we approach out fifth birthday, we are forever grateful...
Episode #173
<p>This episode is a lot of laughs and a lot of fun. Mariah and Rachel join Ellyn and Amanda to participate in Ellyn's totally tubular game. The premise of the game? Ellyn has changed one word in the top ten Dog-Eared...
Episode #172
Buckle up. Today we have debut author Rebecca Novack on the podcast, and her book Murder Bimbo (out today!) is going to take you for a wild ride. Amanda and Ellyn chose her book as their Dog-Eared February subscription...
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