The Ritual of Reading Podcast

The Ritual of Reading Podcast is a haven for book lovers, where literature and lifestyle merge in a cozy, immersive experience. Each episode offers thoughtful book reviews, reflections, and conversations that tie the stories to real-life moments, all set against atmospheric soundscapes that transport you to the heart of the narrative. In addition to literary discussions, this podcast weaves in lifestyle content inspired by the themes and emotions of the books—perfect for those who want to create a deeper connection between the stories they read and the life they lead.

The Ritual of Reading Podcast is a arts podcast hosted by Alexandra Poppy, with 40 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.

Alexandra Poppy hosts The Ritual of Reading Podcast, a arts show with 40 episodes published.

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  Episode #6

  A Reading Trip to Cuba (3 Books, 1 Cocktail, No Suitcase Needed)

  Jul 11, 202615 minS2

  A reading trip to Cuba, no suitcase required. This is the Cuban leg of my Caribbean Summer Reading Ritual (a free 50-page digital magazine that takes you island by island through fourteen Caribbean destinations, each one paired with books, recipes, music and a beauty ritual). In this episode: a mint tonic to start, three novels (Next Year in Havana by Chanel Cleeton, The Agüero Sisters by Cristina García and Havana Fever by Leonardo Padura), a homemade moros y cristianos and the Buena Vista Social Club playing the whole way through. Download the free Caribbean Summer Reading Ritual magazine here: CLICK If this is the kind of armchair travel you enjoy, the rest of the Caribbean is waiting in the magazine, and there are thirteen more islands to visit. #TheRitualOfReading #CaribbeanSummerReadingRitual #BooksAboutCuba #LiteraryTravel #BookRecommendations

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  Episode #5

  The Latin Soul: What Italy, Spain and Romania Taught Me About Manners

  Feb 28, 202622 minS1

  <p>I began this series with a question: are good manners still worth defending? After spending a month with nine books on etiquette from across the globe, I’ve realized that I wasn’t looking for rules—I was looking for philosophies.</p><p>In this final chapter of "The Art of Good Manners," I am taking you on a sensory journey through the Latin world. We’re moving beyond the "architecture" of Anglo-American traditions to explore the soul of courtesy in Romania, Italy and Spain.</p><p>I’ll share why my birth country, Romania, taught me that inclusion is an ethi...

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  Episode #4

  French Savoir-Vivre: The Etiquette That Survived the Guillotine

  Feb 14, 202616 minS1

  <p>Why do the French ignore you when you sneeze? In this episode, we cross the Channel to explore the "Savoir-Vivre"—the sophisticated, sometimes baffling world of French manners.</p><p>From the official Republican protocol of Jacques Gandouin to the modern "self-care" approach of Le Petit Larousse, we’re deconstructing how a country that decapitated its monarchy managed to save its elegance.</p><p>In this episode:</p><p>The Sneeze Paradox: Why acknowledging a bodily function is "indelicat."</p><p>Tu vs. Vous: Navigating the linguistic minefield of respect.</p><p>The Flower Faux Pas: Why you should neve...

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  Episode #3

  Why Manners Still Matter: From 1920s Rules to Digital Etiquette

  Feb 8, 202620 minS2

  <p>Is etiquette a tool for exclusion, or the secret to social harmony? Join me as we journey through 100 years of American and English manners—from the rigid social blueprints of the 1920s to the digital etiquette of today.In this episode of "The Art of Living Among Others" series, we dive into the fascinating evolution of British and American etiquette. We explore three iconic voices: the "architecture" of Emily Post, the "inner work" of Eleanor Roosevelt, and the witty, modern reclamation of manners by William Hanson. Whether you're curious about the history of social graces or looking for practical ad...

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  Episode #2

  In Defense of Good Manners: Why Etiquette Is a Form of Modern Freedom

  Jan 31, 202617 minS2

  <p>In this February Literary Mood Board on The Ritual of Reading Podcast, I explore the art of good manners — not as a relic of the past, but as a foundation for modern freedom. Drawing on four books that shaped my thinking — The Downton Abbey Rules for Household Staff, Kazuo Ishiguro’s "The Remains of the Day", Baltasar Gracián’s "The Art of Worldly Wisdom" and Thackeray’s "Vanity Fair" — I reflect on how etiquette elevates character, cultivates dignity and shapes the way we inhabit the world together. From airport queues to quiet acts of consideration, this is a gentle manife...

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