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Kris and Mads

by Kristen and Maddie

We’re Kris and Mads—sisters, readers, and the creators behind a thriving book and screen club that explores the stories that shape us. On this podcast, we deep dive into the books we’re reading, the shows and films we’re watching, and the bigger themes behind the stories we love. We interview authors, talk with fellow creators, and share honest conversations about storytelling, creativity, and what it means to live a full, meaningful life. Our mission is simple: Share meaningful stories. Seek what matters most. Be joyfully authentic. And empower people to be free and aim high.

Chart trend

Position in the Books chart (US), last 90 days.

#8
all-time peak
2
days in the top 10 since Nov 2024

Latest episodes

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August Reading Wrapup! | So Many 5 Star Books!!!

Join our Patreon read-and-watch club! In September, we're doing palate cleansers: Imperfect Women, The Love Hypothesis, and Verity! You can try out the Fellowship Tier fo

Sep 7
1 h 03 min

Rachel Gillig Interview | The Knave and the Moon, Romantasy, Gothic Fairy Tales & BookTok

Bestselling fantasy author Rachel Gillig joins us for a conversation we’ve been dreaming about ever since we read her Shepherd King Duology in 2023! In this episode, we s

Sep 1
1 h 00 min

10 Classics We Think Everyone Should Read!

If you want to read some classics with us, join our Patreon read-and-watch club for free for 7 days:   / krisandmadssisterhood  If you want to read more classic books but

Aug 10
58 min

July Reading Wrapup!

It's time for our July reading recap! 📚 We're sharing everything we read this month, what surprised us, what disappointed us, and which books we'd recommend.Books discuss

Aug 4
1 h 01 min

Lucky is NOW on Apple TV! | Our Interview With the Author: Marissa Stapley

✨ This week on the podcast, we're joined by New York Times bestselling author Marissa Stapley! ✨Marissa sits down with us to talk about her bestselling novel Lucky, the R

Jul 15
49 min

Kristen Read ONLY 5-Star Books?! | June Reading Wrap Up

Welcome back to the show you guys! June was one of our favorite reading months of the year...especially for Kristen, who somehow managed to read five books and give every

Jul 3
1 h 14 min

Meeting Chloe Gong in NYC! The Story Behind These Violent Delights, Immortal Longings & Coldwire

We had the incredible opportunity to sit down with bestselling fantasy author Chloe Gong in New York City for one of our favorite conversations we've ever had.Chloe's tum

Jul 1
1 h 02 min

Top 10 Books That Shaped Us

Every reader has a story, and these are the books that shaped ours.In this episode, we're taking a trip down memory lane and sharing the 10 books and series that formed u

Jun 19
55 min

Top 10 Best Books Of All Time

Welcome back to the show you guys! Today we are each sharing our TOP 10 BEST BOOKS OF ALL TIME after reading hundreds of books every single year across fantasy, sci-fi, l

Jun 11
56 min

The BEST & WORST Books We Read in May 👀 | Monthly Reading Wrap Up

Welcome back to the show you guys! In today’s video, my sister and I are sharing all 18 books we read in May and giving our full honest thoughts, ratings, reviews, disapp

Jun 2
1 h 05 min

12 Top Books for 2026 Travel Inspo

Welcome back friends! 🌍📚 In today’s podcast episode, we’re sharing the ultimate book lover travel bucket list — real places around the world that feel exactly like our fa

May 21
43 min

12 Books We Changed Our Minds About (Fantasy, Romance, Classics & BookTok Favorites)

In today’s episode, we’re revisiting some of the most popular fantasy, romance, literary fiction, and classic books we’ve ever reviewed… because honestly? We were WRONG a

May 14
41 min

did she read her best book of the year in april

April was a great reading month for both of us! Together we did a buddy read of a popular romantasy book, sprinkled in some classic literature, devoured some gripping his

May 8
46 min

Interview with Emma Brodie (Reese’s Book Club Pick Author!) | Into the Blue, A Love Story for Nerds

In this episode, we sit down with award-winning author Emma Brodie to talk all things Into the Blue—a Reese’s Book Club Pick and one of the most buzzed-about romance rele

May 3
1 h 10 min

No Reading Slumps for Spring! | TOP TBR BOOKS for Q2

If you're looking for your next great read, and are determined to avoid a reading slump, this episode is packed with book recommendations across fantasy, romantasy, thril

Apr 23
38 min

Writing Women's Stories That History Forgot - With Author Elodie Harper

What does it take to write morally complex characters, handle dark subject matter with care, and bring ancient women's lives vividly to the page? We sat down with histori

Apr 16
50 min

The Great War (WWI) Overview - Part 3

In case you missed it, check out Part 1 and 2 here: • The Great War (WWI) Overview - Part 1    • The Great War (WWI) Overview - Part 1   • The Great War (WWI) - Part 2   

Apr 7
1 h 16 min

march reads...maddie read no fantasy this month?!

let us know your best read of march!!Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:10 - Our reading experience in March5:35 - Kindred by Octavia Butler15:34 - This month’s book club pick!16:3

Apr 5
1 h 12 min

The Great War (WWI) Overview - Part 2

In case you missed it, check out Part 1 here:    • The Great War (WWI) Overview - Part 1  While we are mostly a fiction-loving show, the more we read classics and histori

Mar 24
1 h 39 min

New Media and The Good Story Guild with Kyle Prue

This interview was made possible by ‪@GoodStoryGuild‬ in partnership with their project In Media Res, a full-cast podcast story, nominated for the Ambie Awards. Thanks so

Mar 17
52 min

Chart positions

Where Kris and Mads ranks today in each Apple Podcasts chart (US, Sep 13, 2026).

#163 ▼ 17 Books US

What listeners say

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I freakin’ love Kris and Mads. They’re so funny, so self-reflective, so interesting. And they have fantastic book recs! Do I always agree with them? Heck no. Do I always have a great time listening? Heck YES! Love you girls.

Sfech · Jun 2025

There is something so special about sisterhood, the connection these two share is magical. They make me laugh, cry, feel inspired, uplifted, encouraged…I could go on and on about how much I enjoy and take away from each podcast! I am reminded of the conversations I have with my own sisters! Such a delight!

reliablelistener · Jun 2025

I love these two. I never miss a podcast with Kris and Mads. It’s like sitting down with your best friends and having a fun chat. These two have built my tbr. Best podcast ever.

Lindsay Higgins · Jan 2025

When I tell you I check back every day just in case there’s another morsel of these two wonderful sisters to listen to—there’s no better bookish podcast for me! The fun chats, the thoughtful recommendations, and the welcoming atmosphere are just a few things that make this podcast one that I would recommend to anyone!

1917nm · Jan 2025

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