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Romance on the Rocks Podcast

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Introducing Romance on the Rocks

September 17, 2024

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The cohosts of Romance on the Rocks Podcast, Meghan Leigh and Nicole Danielle

Hey there, romance lovers (and cocktail enthusiasts)! We’re Meghan Leigh and Nicole Danielle, your hosts of Romance on the Rocks — the podcast where we shake up steamy romance novels with a splash of cocktails, a lot of laughter and maybe a few gasps along the way.

In our introductory episode, we’re giving you a taste of what’s to come — and trust us, it’s a fun mix. We’ve created our very own Spicy Scoville Rating System to rate just how hot each book gets. Think of it as a scale from the mild poblano to the scorching Carolina Reaper. And, yes, there’s even a “pepper spray” level for those jaw-dropping moments that probably shouldn’t be happening.

NEW Spicy Scoville Scale

We’re also cooking up some interactive fun — think bingo cards and drinking games — and other ways for you to play (and sip) along while you listen. It’s all about making each episode feel like a cozy hangout with your book-loving besties.

Of course, this podcast isn’t just about the spice — it’s also about the nostalgia. We’re taking it back to those early days when we’d sneak romance novels off the shelf, giggling over the racy covers and dramatic storylines that first hooked us. That trip down memory lane sets the tone for exploring how the romance genre has evolved — and why we still can’t get enough of it.

But we’re not stopping there. One of our favorite segments, “Romantic Reminders,” is all about bringing a little more romance into your life. Inspired by the books we read, we’ll share fun, realistic ways to spark connection — from sweet little gestures to full-on romantic moments.

In our first full episode, The Power to Heal, we’re diving into two books that couldn’t be more different (and that’s half the fun!). Meghan’s pick, Beauty Contest Nurse, brings us classic 1970s charm and retro romance vibes. While Nicole’s pick, The Viking’s Chosen, serves up historical drama, adventure and a nod to her Scandinavia roots.

We’re so excited to finally share Romance on the Rocks with you! Expect plenty of scandalous fun, heartfelt conversations, and probably a few blush-worthy moments. Make sure to like, follow, subscribe, and leave a review. You don’t want to miss a single episode of this passion-packed journey.

At the end of the day, Romance on the Rocks isn’t just a podcast. It’s our little love letter to the genre, to friendship, and to the joy of sharing stories (and cocktails) together.

You can listen to our intro episode right now on your favorite podcast platform. Or stream it directly from our website under the Podcast Episodes section.

So grab your drink, get comfy, and join us on this wild, romantic ride. Cheers!

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  1. CoCo says

    October 3, 2024 at 3:20 pm

    So excited for the first episode of Romance on the Rocks.. Can’t wait to hear what the books Beauty Contest Nurse and The Viking’s Chosen will reveal (pun intended)!

    • Nicole says

      October 3, 2024 at 3:41 pm

      There’s definitely lots to uncover! (pun also intended, lol)

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📚 New episode day! 📚 Season 3 Episode 10 of Romanc 📚 New episode day! 📚
Season 3 Episode 10 of Romance on the Rocks is here and the bookish biddies are reading books from the “Mothers of Romance.”
Nicole read Until You by Judith McNaught and Meghan tackled The Dawn of Love by Barbara Cartland — leading to conversations about:
💋 Historical romance tropes
💋 Amnesia and mistaken identity
💋 Outdated relationship dynamics
💋 Why communication matters in romance novels
💋 And whether classic romances still work for modern readers
Also:
⚠️ Meghan nearly lost her mind over excessive ellipses
⚠️ Nicole spent most of the episode furious at a man named Stephen
As one does.
🎧 Listen now wherever you stream podcasts.
#RomanceOnTheRocks #Bookstagram #HistoricalRomance #RomanceReaders #BookPodcast
📚 MAY ON ROMANCE ON THE ROCKS 📚 This month, the bo 📚 MAY ON ROMANCE ON THE ROCKS 📚
This month, the bookish biddies are diving into the “Mothers of Romance” — the legendary romance authors who helped shape the genre as we know it.
✨ May 12 — Season 3 Episode 10
“In Bed with the Bookish Biddies”
Featuring:
📖 Until You by Judith McNaught
📖 The Dawn of Love by Barbara Cartland
✨ May 26 — Season 3 Episode 11
“Meg’s Got a Mother of a Book”
Featuring:
📖 The Bride by Julie Garwood
📖 The Flame and the Flower by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss
From Scottish Highlands and marriage-of-convenience romance to outdated tropes to Meg's rage and a whole lot of historical romance chaos, May is bringing BIG opinions.
#RomanceOnTheRocks #HistoricalRomance #RomanceBooks #BookPodcast
🔥✨ Now THIS is classic romance energy. 📖 Until You 🔥✨ Now THIS is classic romance energy.
📖 Until You by Judith McNaught
If you know … you KNOW 👀
💋 big feelings
💋 big drama
💋 the kind of romance that stays with you
We’re stepping into legend territory.
🎧 Episode drops May 12
#RomanceOnTheRocks #Bookstagram #JudithMcNaught #ClassicRomance #RomanceReaders #BookishVibes
👀✨ We’re going OLD SCHOOL romance … Like … old old 👀✨ We’re going OLD SCHOOL romance …
Like … old old school.
📖 The Dawn of Love by Barbara Cartland
Think:
💋 vintage romance vibes
💋 dramatic energy
💋 the kind of story that started it all
This is one of the OG queens of romance. 👑
🎧 Episode drops May 12
#RomanceOnTheRocks #Bookstagram #ClassicRomance #BarbaraCartland #RomanceReaders #BookishBanter
🎬 BLOOPER REEL: Behind the Scenes Chaos We read th 🎬 BLOOPER REEL: Behind the Scenes Chaos
We read the books.
We drink the drinks.
We fight … our pets.
🐈💥
Featuring:
✨ one VERY determined cat
✨ a background hanging on for dear life
✨ and the moment we all accept defeat
“She is lucky I love her.” — every pet owner ever
Because this is why we can’t have nice things. 😅
#RomanceOnTheRocks #Bookstagram #PetChaos #BehindTheScenes #PodcastLife #CatMomLife #RelatableContent
✨ ROMANTASY REVIEW ✨ A Fate of Onyx & Ivory by O’J ✨ ROMANTASY REVIEW ✨
A Fate of Onyx & Ivory by O’Junea Brown
This one had:
⚔️ Fae king
🐺 Mysterious threats
🔥 Fated mates energy
Meet Amira:  fierce, no-nonsense, doing whatever it takes to survive and protect her family (I love a strong FMC 👏).
Then enter Raine … fae king, rescuer and casually like “hey, btw, we’re fated mates” 😏
Add in:
✨ A shady witch
✨ A magical kingdom
✨ A sister who is NOT here for the romance
✨ And a whole lot of “something ain’t right here …"
🌶️ Spice Level: Jalapeño
(some heat, no full send)
💭 My take:
Loved Amira. Loved the potential. Loved the twists.
Did NOT love realizing this is a THREE BOOK SERIES and the last one isn’t out yet. 😩
👉 If you’re into romantasy, strong heroines and tension … this is a fun ride.
🎧 We break it all down in Season 3 Episode 9: Fated Mates & Fake Wives and you can read my full review at https://romanceontherockspodcast.com/a-fate-of-onyx-and-ivory/
#Romantasy #BookReview #FantasyRomance #FatedMates #Bookstagram #RomanceBooks #SpicyBooks #ReadersOfInstagram #TBRList #BookishBaddies #RomanceOnTheRocks @ojunea.brown
📚✨ READ WITH US! MAY THEME: Mothers of Romance ✨📚 📚✨ READ WITH US!
MAY THEME: Mothers of Romance ✨📚
We’re going back to the queens. The icons. The blueprint.
For Episode 10 (May 12), we’re reading:
📖 Meghan’s Pick:
The Dawn of Love by Barbara Cartland
📖 Nicole’s Pick:
Until You by Judith McNaught
Think:
💋 classic romance energy
💋 sweeping drama
💋 the authors who BUILT this genre
If you’ve ever wondered where modern romance got its roots … this is it.
👉 Grab your copies and read along with us.
#RomanceOnTheRocks #Bookstagram #ReadWithUs #ClassicRomance #HistoricalRomance #RomanceReaders #BookClubVibes
When you say you’re classy … but it’s still a box When you say you’re classy … but it’s still a box of wine. 🍷😂
Nicole really said:
✨ “Sauvignon Blanc … but make it BOX.” ✨
Honestly?? Respect.
If this is the energy you need today, you’re gonna love this episode.
🎧 Season 3 Episode 9: Fated Mates & Fake Wives is LIVE.
Come for the books, stay for the chaos.
🔗 Listen now:
https://romanceontherockspodcast.com/season3-episode9/
#RomanceOnTheRocks #BookPodcast #WineTime #BookishHumor #RomanceReaders #PodcastClips #BoxWineEnergy #Bookstagram #ReadersOfInstagram
Season 3 Episode 9: Fated Mates & Fake Wives is LI Season 3 Episode 9: Fated Mates & Fake Wives is LIVE. 🍷📚
This week’s Pick a Number chaos brought us:
✨ Fae kings & fated mates
✨ Fake relationships & emotional decisions
✨ One book that had us side-eyeing EVERYTHING
✨ And one that left us with a cliffhanger 😤
We’re talking romantasy, messy feelings, spice levels 🌶️ and the age-old question …
👉 are we making good choices or just ✨choices✨?
Pour yourself something fun (box wine totally counts 👀) and come hang with us. 💋
🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts.
🔗 Or head to:
https://romanceontherockspodcast.com/season3-episode9/
#RomanceOnTheRocks #BookPodcast #Romantasy #FatedMates #FakeRelationship #Bookstagram #RomanceReaders #PodcastDrop #TBRList #BookishBaddies
Happy World Book Day 📚✨ Let’s play a little game, Happy World Book Day 📚✨
Let’s play a little game, shall we?
Pick your vibe:
🍷 Wine + messy romance
🍸 Cocktail + spicy read
☕ Tea + slow burn
🥃 Whiskey + dark romance
Drop your combo below 👇
(No wrong answers … but some are better than others 😏)
#WorldBookDay #BookLovers #RomanceBooks #BookishFun #ReadersOfInstagram #BookCommunity
🌎💚 Sustainable love … but make it spicy 💚🌎 In hono 🌎💚 Sustainable love … but make it spicy 💚🌎
In honor of Earth Day, Nicole updated one of her most personal (and, honestly … vulnerable) blog posts about sustainable love practices — not just for the planet but for your relationship too.
Because sustainability isn’t just about what we use …
It’s also about how we maintain connection, intimacy and desire over time.
In this post, I share:
✨ Navigating intimacy after early menopause
✨ Rekindling connection through communication (and yes … sexting 😏)
✨ Size-inclusive lingerie that actually makes you feel good
✨ Eco-friendly “accessories” that don’t make you question your life choices
✨ And how sustainability can apply to your body and your love life
It’s honest, a little spicy and very real.
🌿 Read it here:  https://romanceontherockspodcast.com/sustainable-ecofriendly-love/
Let’s normalize conversations about long-term love, changing bodies and keeping things alive in ways that feel good — for you and the planet.
#EarthDay #SustainableLove #RomanceOnTheRocks #BodyPositive #EcoFriendlyLiving #RelationshipGoals
We had the rare opportunity to record in person to We had the rare opportunity to record in person together! Meghan found a great travel cocktail kit … and we got pretty lit.
📚✨ READ WITH US – EPISODE 9 ✨📚 April’s pick-a-numb 📚✨ READ WITH US – EPISODE 9 ✨📚
April’s pick-a-number chaos continues …
And here’s what we’re reading next 👇
📖 Meghan’s Pick:
The Pretend Wife by Bridget Asher
📖 Nicole’s Pick:
A Fate of Onyx and Ivory by O’Junea Brown
Two VERY different vibes coming your way:
💍 fake marriage energy
⚔️ fantasy + fate + magic
We’ll be breaking them both down on April 28. 🎧
👉 Grab your copy, read along and come join the conversation.
Because everything is more fun when you’re a bookish biddy with opinions. 😏
#RomanceOnTheRocks #Bookstagram #ReadWithUs #RomanceBooks #FantasyRomance #BookClubVibes #ReadersOfInstagram
📖✨ BOOK REVIEW: It was … fine. This week I read: A 📖✨ BOOK REVIEW: It was … fine.
This week I read:
A Lady’s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem by Manda Collins
✨ 1865 London
🔪 serial killer mystery
💋 enemies to lovers
And here’s my honest take:
✔️ great premise
✔️ strong heroine energy
❌ predictable mystery
❌ missing those lush historical details I CRAVE
🌶️ Spice Level: Poblano → Jalapeño
Not bad. Not amazing. Just … fine.
👉 Full review at https://romanceontherockspodcast.com/a-ladys-guide-to-mischief-and-mayhem/
#RomanceOnTheRocks #Bookstagram #HistoricalRomance #BookReview #RomanceBooks #ReadersOfInstagram #BookishBanter
🍷 Meghan committed to the bit. When the book says 🍷 Meghan committed to the bit.
When the book says wine in a paper cup … she delivered.
✨ gas station stop included
✨ prop commitment = 10/10
✨ dignity = questionable
This is the level of dedication you can expect from us. 😌
🎧 New episode is LIVE — come for the books, stay for the chaos.
#RomanceOnTheRocks #Bookstagram #BookishBanter #WineLovers #PodcastLife #ReadersOfInstagram #BookClubVibes
🍸✨ The Improper Lady paired with 📖 A Lady’s Guide 🍸✨ The Improper Lady
paired with
📖 A Lady’s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem by Manda Collins
Set in 1865 London with:
🕵️‍♀️ a rule-breaking lady journalist
🔥 an annoyed (but intrigued) detective
💥 and a murder investigation
🌶️ Spice Level: Poblano to Jalapeño
Honestly? The drink might be more improper than the romance. 😏
🎧 Full episode + pairing — https://romanceontherockspodcast.com/season3-episode8/
#RomancePodcast #Bookstagram #CocktailInspo #HistoricalRomance #BookishLife #SpicyReads #GirlsNightIn
This week’s vibe: 💋 barely-there romance 🔪 murder This week’s vibe:
💋 barely-there romance
🔪 murder mystery chaos
📚 strong opinions
We’re talking:
📖 Savannah Blues
📖 A Lady’s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem
And asking…
👉 when does a book stop being a romance?
🌶️ Spice levels
📚 genre debates
🍷 bookish banter
🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts or visit https://romanceontherockspodcast.com/season3-episode8/ for our in-house podcast player.
#RomancePodcast #Bookstagram #RomanceBooks #HistoricalRomance #MysteryBooks #ReadersOfInstagram #BookishBanter
April = still rolling the dice 🎲📚 Our Pick a Numbe April = still rolling the dice 🎲📚
Our Pick a Number theme continues and, honestly … the chaos did not disappoint.
Here’s what we’ve got coming your way this month on Romance on the Rocks 🍸💋
✨ April 14
Season 3 Episode 8: Chaste Kisses & Quiet Banging
👉 Murder, mystery and “is this even a romance?” energy
✨ April 28
Season 3 Episode 9: Fated Mates & Fake Wives
👉 Romantasy chaos meets messy emotional decisions
Two episodes. Two VERY different vibes. Same bookish biddy energy. 💅📖
So grab your TBR, your bevvie and come hang with us. 🥂
Which one are you most excited for??
#RomanceOnTheRocks #BookPodcast #RomanceBooks #Bookstagram #PodcastLife #RomanceReaders #PickANumber #TBRList #BookLovers #RomanceCommunity #ReadingAddict #BookishBaddies
👀 Important question … Does décolletage count as a 👀 Important question …
Does décolletage count as a booby reference??
Because apparently …
we’re now debating:
✔️ boobs
✔️ bosoms
✔️ and historical cleavage terminology
Welcome to Romance on the Rocks where:
📚 we read the books
🍸 we drink the drinks
… and yes, we track the boobs. 🤷‍♀️
🎧 New episode drops TOMORROW!
#RomancePodcast #Bookstagram #BookishBanter #RomanceReaders #BookTokVibes #SpicyReads #ReadersOfInstagram
Hey, Romance on the Rocks Podcast fans! Podcast Co Hey, Romance on the Rocks Podcast fans! Podcast Co-Host Nicole went and did a thing ... she performed the audiobook narration for Anja Dae's Taken by the Northmen. It's a spicy Viking romance and we just wanted to share the Audiobook link in case you want to check it out! 

https://www.audible.com/pd/B0GVL5ZBV9/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWU-BK-ACX0-503128&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_503128_pd_us

#vikingromance #audiobook @anja.dae
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