Colleen Hoover

Mentioned in 11 analyzed podcast episodes across 9 shows

Contemporary romance and thriller author known for trend-setting work in the publishing landscape. Her book adaptations have become subjects of public controversy, notably involving disputes between Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and Justin Baldoni. While previously a popular figure with book club audiences, her popularity has recently experienced a notable decline.

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Lori & Julia STILL LOUD Daily Dose of Dana Bad On Paper From the Front Porch The Nerve with Maureen Callahan The Way to College Podcast The Toast Always Here Giggly Squad

Episode Appearances

Lori & Julia STILL LOUD · Apr 8, 2026

Episode 55: Housewives Hype, Blake Lively’s Rough Road & April Bookapalooza

“Wrote It Ends with Us; bestselling author whose book was adapted into film with Blake Lively”

Real Housewives franchise evolution and audience expectationsCelebrity litigation and public relations strategy failuresDomestic violence representation in film and television marketing

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Daily Dose of Dana · Apr 3, 2026

VICTORY!! Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni React To The Dismissed Claims & Summer House Update

“Author of 'It Ends with Us'; Baldoni befriended her and secured film rights to her book”

Sexual Harassment Claims in EntertainmentIndependent Contractor vs. Employee ClassificationDefamation and Conspiracy Claims in Litigation

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Bad On Paper · Apr 1, 2026

The 8th Anniversary Episode

“Bestselling author; attempted podcast guest multiple times; discussed as having complex relationship with publicity”

Podcast Anniversary Retrospective and Milestone ReflectionAuthor Career Development and Publishing TimelineMental Health and Anxiety Management in Public Personas

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From the Front Porch · Feb 19, 2026

Episode 569 || Off the Shelf with Annie & Ashley: Winter 2026

“Contemporary romance/thriller author; referenced as trend-setting writer in current publishing landscape”

Contemporary literary fiction by Black authorsAudiobook narration and production qualityTrue crime investigative podcasting

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The Nerve with Maureen Callahan · Feb 13, 2026

Ryan Reynolds' ATOMIC Texts, Silent Clues in Guthrie Investigation, and a Very Nerve-y Valentine

“Author whose book adaptations became subject of dispute between Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and Justin Baldoni”

Nancy Guthrie Abduction InvestigationBody Language Analysis in Criminal CasesToday Show Internal Politics and Succession

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The Way to College Podcast · Feb 2, 2026

Pivoting with Purpose: Getting on the BookERGV Book Bus with Jeannie Salinas on The Way to College Podcast

“Romance author previously popular with Bookie Bus customers; mentioned as experiencing recent popularity decline”

First-generation college student experiences and career transitionsFamily business succession and intergenerational obligationsEntrepreneurship and passion-to-business conversion

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The Toast · Jan 30, 2026

The Accidental Matriarch: Friday, January 30th, 2026

“Author of 'It Ends with Us' who endorsed Blake Lively's cut and had conflicts with Justin Baldoni over creative control”

Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni LawsuitMovie Final Cut Authority and TestingReality TV Competition Format Design

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The Toast · Jan 23, 2026

Cardboard Coji: Friday, January 23rd, 2026

“Author of 'It Ends with Us' book; involved in film production decisions; received emails from Ryan Reynolds about the project”

Harry Styles' disco album and new single 'Aperture'Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni legal battle over 'It Ends with Us'Sexual harassment allegations in film production

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Always Here · Jan 16, 2026

Breakups, Bankruptcy, and Becoming a Mother - with the Abbys

“Author of 'The Housemaid' and 'The Locked Door'; discussed as favorite thriller/mystery writer with signature cliffhangers”

Entrepreneurship and small business failureFinancial debt management and bankruptcy considerationsPostpartum mental health and depression

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The Toast · Jan 13, 2026

Idleness is the Devil’s Workshop: Tuesday, January 13th, 2026

“Bestselling author announcing cancer diagnosis and completing radiation therapy while managing film adaptations”

Harry Styles MSG Residency 2026Lip Filler Dissolution TrendColleen Hoover Cancer Diagnosis

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Giggly Squad · Jan 9, 2026

Giggling about fainting, dick pills, and weed pens

“Author whose book was discovered at a friend's house, sparking discussion about reading habits”

Fainting and physical health management during fitness classesCelebrity feuds and mom group dynamicsBook clubs and reading as social status signaling

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