The Ribbon Book Club

Cate and Jen read through the Dear America young adult book series, see how it holds, and talk to historical experts.

The Ribbon Book Club is a history podcast hosted by Cate Reed and Jen Vos, with 43 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Cate Reed and Jen Vos hosts The Ribbon Book Club, a history show with 43 episodes published.

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  Episode #42

  Historical Note: Amanda Matta and the Nuances of Cleopatra

  Mar 4, 202656 minS0

  <p>Dear Diary, </p> <p>Our esteemed royal commentator, Amanda Matta (aka Matta_of_Fact), is back for another fascinating conversation! This time, we're discussing Cleopatra and her portrayal as a young girl. </p> <p>How does an author do justice to a historical figure who has often been reduced to a trope? Not to mention a trope that is not always kid-friendly. We chat about walking this literary tight-rope, as well as the very real historical drama that was the court of the Ptolemys. Tune in, and afterwards, check out the episode of Amanda's podcast, The Art of History, wh...

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  Episode #41

  Daughter of the Nile: Cleopatra VII part 2

  Feb 19, 20261h 24mS0

  <p>Dear Diary, </p> <p>This week, we are finishing our recap of Cleopatra VII: Daughter of the Nile! Will Cleopatra gain the respect of the Romans? Will she see her beloved home and friends again? Will she get a Disney Channel-worthy montage of her summer by the sea?</p> <p>Get the answers to these questions and more when you tune in!</p> <p>Yours Truly, </p> <p>Cate and Jen </p> <p> </p> <p >Join our Discord!</p> <p >RibbonBookClubPod.com</p> <p >@RibbonBookPod on Facebook and Instagram</p> <p > </p> <p >Edited by Danny Heck  </p> <p >Theme...

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  Episode #40

  Daughter of the Nile: Cleopatra VII part 1

  Feb 4, 20261h 22mS0

  <p>Dear Diary, </p> <p>Calling all ancient Egypt girlies! This week, we are recapping the first half of Cleopatra VII: Daughter of the Nile. First published in 1999, Kristiana Gregory explores what the Egyptian queen was like as a precocious 12-year-old. </p> <p>Turns out, the court of the Ptolemaic Pharaohs was full of schemes and deadly plots! Tune in to see if Cleopatra can navigate through the court intrigue and help her father keep his throne. </p> <p>Yours Truly, </p> <p>Cate and Jen</p> <p> </p> <p >Join our Discord!</p> <p >RibbonBookClubPod.com</p> <p >@RibbonBookPod on Fa...

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  Episode #39

  Historical Note: Royal Commentating with Amanda Matta

  Jan 1, 20261h 19mS0

  <p>Dear Diary,</p> <p>This week, we got to speak with a very exciting guest, Amanda Matta! Known on social media as Matta_of_Fact, Amanda has made a niche for herself as TikTok's number 1 royal commentator. Amanda shared with us her extensive knowledge of Tudor history: the court life, art, and family drama. </p> <p>If you want to hear more of Amanda's takes on royal history, check out her podcast, Off With Their Headlines, which she co-hosts with Meredith Constant, or her substack, The Fascinator. </p> <p>Tune in!</p> <p>Cate and Jen</p> <p> </p> <p >...

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  Episode #38

  Red Rose of the House of Tudor: Elizabeth I part 2

  Dec 21, 20251h 35mS0

  <p>Dear Diary, </p> <p>This week, we are recapping the second half of Red Rose of the House of Tudor: Elizabeth I, and it is JAM PACKED! We've got intrigue, marriage plots, and confirmation that Kat's fear of poison is justified! All this drama has our princess wondering if she'd rather trade the money and privilege for the "simple" life of a peasant.</p> <p>Tune in to hear all about it! </p> <p>Yours Truly, </p> <p>Cate and Jen </p> <p> </p> <p >Join our Discord!</p> <p >RibbonBookClubPod.com</p> <p >@RibbonBookPod on Facebook and Instagram</p> <p...

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