If you've already watched and loved Ted Lasso, this book is going to be a treat for you as a fan. If you haven't read it yet, you'll still enjoy it but you'll have some spoilers on the way. But that's true of any book or article dedicated to a movie/book/show/podcast.

Jeremy Egner has categorized his information and fan following over Ted Lasso beautifully, and has put his heart and soul into the book, and it definitely shows. From the birth of Ted Lasso till its rising popularity in an unfortunate time - since it aired during the pandemic- everything has been subtly detailed and presented.

There are interviews and raw emotion associated with the book - and they are author's strong points too. I really liked that the narrative of the book follows the chronology of the show, which makes it easy to grab on to, and even better if you want to watch/ re-watch the show along with your reading of the book. Interesting, right? The quotations, chapter wise bibliography, and the Introduction to what led the author to start the book, are all plus points to the content of the book.

How did they cast all these great actors for Ted Lasso? How did they shoot all these really great games with stadiums full of fans? Want to hear quotes from pretty much everyone involved in the show? This is the book for you. As a huge fan of Ted Lasso, I was really excited for this book. This book really compliments the show and gave me some really interesting insight into a much beloved show. I really enjoyed hearing how the casting of characters led to the changes we saw in the show. I also really liked all of the references to various podcasts that I can check out. This truly is a great book about a great show. Thank you Net Galley and Penguin Group Dutton for an advanced copy of this book!

If you are a Ted Lasso fan, this book gives all the cool behind-the-scenes information about the series. I loved the chapters about important episodes and how the author really broke them down. This book made me want to rewatch the show ASAP!
Thank you to Dutton Books and NetGalley for the advance copy.

4.5 stars! If you love to read and loved Ted Lasso, this book is a must. I typically never want to re-watch a series but I’m seriously considering it after reading this. Thanks so much to NetGalley and Dutton Books for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review - pub day is today!

Ted Lasso is one of my all-time favorite shows, so needless to say, I was so excited to read this book! Thank you so much to NetGalley and Dutton for the advanced copy!

Ted Lasso really did kick its way into my heart! If that’s true for you too, you will probably love reading about the making of the show in Believe, The Untold Story Behind Ted Lasso. It reads like a series of interviews, with all the main characters and writers. This is a love story written specifically for fans of the show.

Thank you PENGUIN GROUP Dutton for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

Believe: The Untold Story Behind Ted Lasso, the Show That Kicked Its Way into Our Hearts
by Jeremy Egner

Summary: This book provides behind-the-scenes information about the Apple TV+ show Ted Lasso. The book is based on interviews with cast, creators, and other personnel, and includes chapters that analyze key episodes and comment on the show's influences.

As a book lover more than a TV fan, I was surprised by how much I enjoyed Ted Lasso. This book is a behind-the-scenes look at the hit show is both captivating and insightful, especially for a show that celebrates "the importance of kindness and decency" and how these qualities can help people thrive.

The book discusses the show's origins, casting and actors, influences, messages, and reception among the public. Some of the book is organized by episodes, making it easy to rewatch my favorite scenes as I read, which enriched the experience. It ended up taking me twice as long to finish because I kept going back to watch parts as I read about them! Egner dives deep into why certain creative choices were made, and it was fascinating to see how intentional every storyline and character trait was in bringing out the show's heartfelt messages.

A word of caution—this book is full of spoilers! If you haven’t seen Ted Lasso, make sure to watch it first. Now that I’ve finished Believe, I’m ready for a full rewatch of the show with a fresh perspective on all the thoughtful details that make Ted Lasso truly special.

If you love Ted Lasso, you definitely need to read this. This book outlines some of the most important themes that were seen in the show through interviews with cast and crew. It is nice to see how the characters grew up and mature throughout the show, and the incredible actors who portrayed them, were magnificent in showing their growth.

Thank you to NetGalley, for an eARC, all opinions are my own.

Believe by Jeremy Egner--This upcoming behind-the-scenes look at the Ted Lasso tv series releases on 11/12. This extensive oral history of the show covers the 3 seasons with excerpts of interviews and commentary from the creators, actors, and crew of the series. It was almost too long and at times felt repetitive. I did really like looking back at the show and remembering why it was so enjoyable and heartwarming. Check it out if you're a fan of the show! Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance digital copy.

I loved the Ted Lasso series, I even own a Believe t-shirt, and was bummed when it ended. I was super excited about this insiders book. It definitely isn't a book for someone who hasn't seen the show. It did make me want to go back and rewatch some episodes. I was a bit disappointment with the content, I thought there would be photos and charming stories but it was mainly about the impressive process involved in filming a production. Film students would love this part. Not a favorite for me.

Believe by Jeremy Egner ⭐⭐⭐⭐

PENGUIN GROUP Dutton
Pub Date: 11-12-24

Thank you @netgalley, @duttonbooks, and @jeremyegner for this eARC.

If you're a fan of Ted Lasso (and who isn't?) you will enjoy this book. A glimpse behind the scenes of the series and a collection of thoughts from those involved in its creation.

Nothing makes a show more enjoyable for me than knowing that the cast and crew enjoyed making it, enjoyed each other, and continue their relationships following the series finale. This is clearly true of Ted Lasso.

I began a rewatch of the show - not my first - as I started reading this book. Both the show and the book are a warm hug that is much needed once again.

"I am amazed and I love that it means something to quite a few people. And I think that those people would be delighted if they knew the truth, which is it means the same to us."

"It was a love story through and through."

#believe #jeremyegner #penguingroupdutton #netgalley

For those that will forever be in their Ted Lasso era. I've had the show on a loop for the last year, well into the double digit viewings and I love it more than the first couple times of watching it. This was such a fun behind the scenes look at one of my favorite, heartwarming stories!! I loved the writing, rhe interviews with the cast, and the deep dive into some of the episodes.


Thank you Netgalley and PENGUIN GROUP Dutton for the ARC in exchange for my review!

3.5 stars. This book is as delightful as Ted Lasso himself.

I really enjoyed the way the author outlined the key themes of the show through interviews with the cast and crew. As warm and comforting as the show is, it was incredibly important to point out that there are a lot of dark undertones to the show - but the significant thing to point out (as both the interviewees and the author did) is that the characters are earnest and kind. They allow themselves to grow & change and support one another when they need it. It was great to read that the cast and crew felt the same way!

I do think that sometimes there was too much content, especially early on when we had a TON of interviews and a TON of exposition. But overall this was a pleasant read and a great recap of a beloved show.

Thank you to NetGalley, Jeremy Egner, and Dutton Books for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

I was a latecomer to what became a favorite show of mine, Ted Lasso. I wasn’t a fan of the original ad and I kept thinking there’s no way it’ll live up to the hype. And when I finally watched it (after season 3 had ended), I binge watched the whole series and texted essays to my friend who finally convinced me to see it.

What a treat it was then to receive this ARC and gain more insight into the series as well as a heavy dose of nostalgia for all it reminded me of. I loved learning about why certain decisions were made and seeing how intentional every storyline and personality trait was.

This show is so full of depth, focusing on mental health, friendship, self-growth, and so much more. And this book helps highlight how this show was so much more than just a series about soccer.

I highly recommend this oral history for any fan of the series. And if you haven’t watched it yet, go watch and then grab this book as a companion to the show.

If you're like the majority of the world during 2020 and you fell in love with Ted Lasso, this book is for you. Jeremy Egner collects every bit of interesting trivia and referential nod that exists in the three seasons of Ted Lasso and organizes them into an easy to read oral history. The chapters swap between chapters about the development of the show and chapters about specific episodes. This book was a wonderful light read that reminded me of the original feelings I had when I first discovered Ted Lasso. It feels good to read a book about how the creators and participants of one of your favorite shows also cared about it the same way. This was a light read and a great supplement for the Ted Lasso fans like me who read the imdb trivia page for every single show and movie they watch.

”The creators of Ted Lasso knew early on they had something special on their hands.”

Utterly delightful. If you already love Ted Lasso, prepare to fall even deeper in love with the creators, the cast, the characters, and the brilliance behind the show as a result of reading this book.

”It’s a story about what happens when you dare to believe.”

I was fascinated to hear where the writers drew their inspiration - I never would have imagined that so many different movies, musicals, shows, genres, and even personal lived experiences played a role in helping the writers and actors hone the final product. I was so interested in the casting process and how the selected actors made the characters their own, and then in hearing how they participated in their characters’ story arcs and transformations over multiple seasons. I loved the episode breakdowns that analyzed key moments in the show’s history.

”As one might suspect on a show as in touch with its feelings as Ted Lasso, the final day on set was an emotional one.”

I could imagine this book being remade as a documentary; truly, it reads more like a documentary transcript than a book, with the inclusion of many verbatim interviews from the cast & crew, without much added structure or narration from a third-person voice in those sections. I loved it, and it made me want to go binge watch the entire series all over again.

”This thing called life… might be all that you get. It might be it. And wouldn’t you rather spend it moving through the world with grace, with empathy, and with people you love?”

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A huge thank you to Jeremy Egner, Penguin / Dutton, and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Believe: The Untold Story Behind Ted Lasso, the Show That Kicked Its Way Into Our Hearts- the joy of falling in love with Ted Lasso all over again. Getting to dive back into the world of Richmond, Jason Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, Brett Goldstein, and more, was truly magical.

Off the bat, I enjoyed Egner’s choice if layout to share cast interviews. I felt as if I was sitting with the actors/writers as they shared their take on one another, filming, and the series as a whole. I particularly enjoyed hearing the casting process and could feel the excitement as each actor was brought on board.

As a fan of the show, I also enjoyed hearing where scenes, coach speeches, dialogue, and music selection came from. Hearing that inspiration was drawn from sports movies, mentors in real life, famous coaches, and even musicals was fascinating- maybe even enough to change my views towards the episode “Beard After Hours.”

Jeremy Egner’s passion of writing and sharing his love of Ted Lasso is evident through this novel. I found the added bonus of, “Who Won The Episode”, “Best Save, “Best Assist”, “Best Line”, and “Random Stats” at the end of each episode chapter to be a fun touch.

Thank you Jeremy Egner, Dutton, and NetGalley for allowing this Ted Lasso fan to enjoy this book!

Are you a lover of the show Ted Lasso or have someone in your life that is? Answer yes to either one of these, then I've got a book for you.

Believe is an oral history about the behind-the-scenes story of how Ted Lasso came to be. It's pretty well known that Ted Lasso first appeared in a NBC sports promo and his character was later further expanded into the Apple TV series of the same name. I loved hearing the stories from all of the actors, showrunners, and personnel that helped the show touch so many lives. I enjoyed that Egner also focused on some key episodes each season that helped to further the storylines of characters but also move the plot along of the series. I personally enjoyed all three seasons of the show, although I know the third season didn't resonate with everyone. This book offers a nice farewell, or possibly see you later, to the characters that helped many of us find companionship during the pandemic and beyond.

If you don't want spoilers for the show, don't read this book. From the beginning things will be spoiled for you if you haven't watched or finished the series.

As Christmas is fast approaching, this would make a great gift for the Ted Lasso fan in your life, even if it's yourself.

Thank you to Netgalley and Dutton for a copy in exchange for review consideration.

As a fan of Ted Lasso I was excited to dive back into the Ted Lasso universe. This book offers great insight from the beginning with interviews with the writers and actors. I enjoyed seeing the behind the curtain and seeing where the show started and knowing how it progressed while I watched it! This is a great book for all fans who Believe!

I love Ted Lasso and this behind the scenes look at the making of the series was really enjoyable. Told through firsthand accounts of the writers, producers, and stars of the series, this book takes the reader on an adventure from the creation of the Ted character all the way through the end of the show and feelings about continuing beyond season 3. A delightful read for any fan.