Our Book Bench | Kids and Adults, Reading Together

Our Book Bench is a cozy, hopeful podcast where youth and grown-ups read together and share stories. Hosted by Lisa and David, this intergenerational book club invites families, grandparents, guardians, mentors, and young readers to slow down, connect, and rediscover the joy of books in a screen-filled world. Each week, we read a section of a book and gather on the bench to share favorite moments, surprising twists, and big questions. Our goal is simple: to spark imagination and meaningful conversations between young readers and the adults who care about them. Season 1 is now complete! We began our journey with The Poisoned King by Katherine Rundell, the sequel to Impossible Creatures. Whether you’ve read the first book or are joining new, our early episodes include a recap so everyone can jump right in. New seasons follow a book club format, with weekly Sunday episodes featuring ref