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Is the Book Better?

Is the Book Better?

Written by: Jake Martini
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Welcome to Is the Book Better, Though? — the podcast where stories go head-to-head on page and screen. Each episode, I compare books and their movie adaptations to decide once and for all which one does it better.


From Oscar winners to cult classics, I dig into what the book nailed, what the movie missed, and whether the film should have been made at all.


Expect witty commentary, honest opinions, and the occasional existential crisis over casting choices. If you love reading, movie nights, or just arguing about both, this is your new favourite podcast.

🎬📚 Join me every other week as we tackle everything from The Lord of the Rings to The Hunger Games — because sometimes Hollywood gets it right… and sometimes the book really is better.

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Episodes
  • You and me on Vacation Vs NETFLIX ADAPTATION

    You and me on Vacation Vs NETFLIX ADAPTATION
    Jan 26 2026

    No video this week, sorry, blame my computer.

    I'm covering the Film adaptation of You and Me on Vacation, im wondering why it changed the name for the film and how long does it take for friends to fall in love? whether they do that at all (spoilers)

    I lose my mind a bit, but I think you all like that.


    Thanks again for joining me, Much Love,


    Jake
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    25 mins
  • The Housemaid - Sydney Sweeney Vs Amanda Seyfried?

    The Housemaid - Sydney Sweeney Vs Amanda Seyfried?
    Jan 12 2026

    I've read the book, I've watched the film...which is better? I DECIDE

    Freida Mcfadden creates a page turning masterclass and of course it has become a film, but will the film hold up?

    Lets see...
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    26 mins
  • Christy - Sydney Sweeney Vs Christy Martin

    Christy - Sydney Sweeney Vs Christy Martin
    Dec 29 2025

    This week on the podcast I’m finally back after an accidental Christmas break (yes, I genuinely forgot it was Christmas). Apologies for missing last week.

    In this episode, I dive into the Christy Martin book and compare it to the film adaptation, looking at what worked, what didn’t, and how the story changes when it moves from page to screen. We talk truth vs dramatization, what the film captures brilliantly, and what the book does better — plus a bit of honest reflection on why this story hits so hard in both formats.

    Thanks for sticking with me — normal service resumes now.
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    26 mins
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