Rephonic
Artwork for Good Scribes Only
Ghosts
Little Women
Little Fires Everywhere
Privilege
Celeste Ng
Louisa May Alcott
Motherhood
Language
James Baldwin
Massachusetts
New York City
Video Games
Ohio
Identity Politics
Diet
Conformity
Individualism
The Rules Of Attraction
If Beale Street Could Talk
Stephen King

Good Scribes Only is a podcast featuring a novelist + venture investor (Daniel Breyer) and a novelist + founder (Jeremy Streich), who share an enthusiasm for literature. From classics to sci-fi, moderns to ancient philosophy, your hosts will ramble and banter about it all—particularly the topics they have no business discussing. Each episode dives into the craft of writing as well as questions of ... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes161Founded4 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
ArtsHistoryBooks

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Good Scribes Only

Latest Episodes

About the Book:

First published in 1939, And Then There Were None is Agatha Christie’s most famous—and most relentlessly suspenseful—mystery. Ten strangers, each lured to a remote island off the English coast, arrive to find their unseen host absent... more

About the Book:

First published in 1939, And Then There Were None is Agatha Christie’s most famous—and most relentlessly suspenseful—mystery. Ten strangers, each lured to a remote island off the English coast, arrive to find their unseen host absent... more

About the Book:

Published in 2009, Wolf Hall reimagines the rise of Thomas Cromwell, one of the most enigmatic and powerful figures in Tudor England. Set during the reign of Henry VIII, the novel traces Cromwell’s ascent from the son of a blacksmith... more

About the Book:

Published in 2009, Wolf Hall reimagines the rise of Thomas Cromwell, one of the most enigmatic and powerful figures in Tudor England. Set during the reign of Henry VIII, the novel traces Cromwell’s ascent from the son of a blacksmith... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Cara Johnson
Event coordinator for Green Apple Books
Green Apple Books
Episode: #128🔥 SMOKEBIRDS, a novel by Daniel Breyer: Live Recording at Green Apple Books in SF

Hosts

Daniel Breyer
Co-host, novelist, and venture investor. Known for his insightful discussions on literature and creativity.
Jeremy Streich
Co-host, novelist, and founder. Engages deeply with literary themes and character analysis.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • Good Scribes Podcast: Imbued with Humanity, Insights and Joy

    I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this podcast. It was the opposite of “sucking the life out of a good book,” as recalled by hosts Jeremy and Daniel in describing the often tedious, over-analyzing of a trivial aspect of a novel in their past academic English classes. This podcasts delivers humor, insights and down to earth discussions about great literature. It features a fun and lively back and forth between the two hosts and for me, was a reminder of how much there is to love in a great nove... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S&Z123
    United States4 years ago
  • The Only Book Podcast That I Enjoy

    Daniel and Jeremy strike an excellent balance and are truly insightful individuals. I don’t read novels or listen to podcasts often, but this is a must listen podcast. Time well spent!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ted S B
    United States4 years ago
  • I’m a full blown groupie.

    Can’t get enough of these guys and the talents they have for professional book reporting. This podcast is going places.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    overheadoxygen
    United States4 years ago
  • A new favourite!

    Have never listened to this many podcasts this quickly. Thank you, Daniel and Jeremy, for sharing your thoughts with us!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sszssz5
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    I’m enjoying it a lot so far! It’s a great book podcast that is engaging and insightful. Both co-hosts are witty and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emby2005
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The hosts are praised for their deep understanding of books and the ability to connect themes with modern societal issues.
The discussions offer insightful critiques on various literary themes and styles, appealing to both avid readers and casual listeners.
Many enjoy the podcast as a fresher alternative to traditional book discussions, blending personal anecdotes with literary analysis.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and humorous dynamic between the hosts, making literature accessible and entertaining.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#42
Finland/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#113
Finland/Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#128🔥 SMOKEBIRDS, a novel by Daniel Breyer: Live Recording at Green Apple Books in SF
Q: What was your first book about and how different is it from Smokebirds?
Daniel discusses his first book, a reimagining of the Odyssey set in Silicon Valley, which never got published, and how it differs from Smokebirds.
#137 Horseman, Pass By - Larry McMurtry (Texas)
Q: What did you expect going in?
I didn't know what the time period was going to be, and I expected it to be set a little bit earlier.
#146 Lightweight Centurions
Q: What do you think our scientists can do in a crisis?
I would believe wholeheartedly with hope that the scientists would figure it out, but it depends on the type of crisis.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Good Scribes Only

What is Good Scribes Only about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A unique exploration of literature is presented through engaging conversations between two hosts with a dynamic blend of backgrounds in writing and investment. The discussions range from classic novels to contemporary works, encompassing various genres including science fiction, philosophy, and unique historical texts. Listeners can expect a mix of casual banter and insightful commentary as the hosts analyze themes, character development, and the craft of writing, often reflecting on the broader implications these works have on society and personal experience.

Noteworthy is the hosts' ability to delve into literary critiques with humor and candor, making complex topics accessible and enjoyable. The atmosphere is reminiscent of a friendly b... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Good Scribes Only?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Good Scribes Only. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Good Scribes Only and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Good Scribes Only get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Good Scribes Only, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Good Scribes Only?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Good Scribes Only, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Good Scribes Only have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Good Scribes Only has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Good Scribes Only?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Good Scribes Only:

1. Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel

How many episodes of Good Scribes Only are there?

Good Scribes Only launched 4 years ago and published 161 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Good Scribes Only?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Good Scribes Only?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Good Scribes Only from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Good Scribes Only?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Good Scribes Only. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Good Scribes Only?

Recent guests on Good Scribes Only include:

1. Cara Johnson

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days