Let's Talk About Smut
Let's Talk About Smut  
Podcast: In The Good Books with Luke Bateman
Published On: Tue Nov 11 2025
Description: Is it hot in here? Luke's diving into the world of spicy books! It's time to unpack all things "smut," why its blown up as a genre, and the best reading recommendations if you're looking for something a little more saucy. (00:00) Intro (00:39) Listener Suggestion: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab (02:34) Smut in Literature and Its Place in Culture (03:25) A Male Perspective: Shame and Barriers (04:18) Calling Tiona Page (Author and Friend) (07:44) Smut as Empowerment for Women (13:25) Creating A Community (13:56) Discovering Monster Smut (18:11) A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Mass (18:58) The Witch Collector by Charissa Weaks (19:30) Morning Glory Milking Farm by C.M. Nascosta (20:53) Call to Listeners: Share Your Smut Stories and Favorite Books We want to hear from you! Send us your audio by emailing us at GoodBooks@nine.com.au.  Follow all the action on our socials:  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inthegoodbooks_podcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@inthegoodbooks_podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.