Whether you’re looking for your next read, want to geek out about the genre with like-minded fans, or just love hearing other people talk about romance as enthusiastically as you do, there’s a podcast for that. Romance podcasts have exploded in recent years, and the options now cover everything from deep-dive author interviews to episode-by-episode book discussions to hot takes on the latest releases. Romance readers are, famously, the most passionate readers around — they read voraciously, they have opinions, and they will not stop talking about their favorite books (and I mean this as the highest compliment). These podcasts are made for exactly that energy, and they’re perfect for commutes, chores, or any time you need a little more romance in your day. Here are my picks for the best podcasts for romance lovers. Smut Club Two licensed therapists who also happen to love trashy romance novels walk into a podcast—and the result is exactly as fun as it sounds.…