Full Disclosure -- I requested this book because of the title & description alone. I didn't think going in I was familiar with the authors' podcast. I later realized I had seen plenty of clips across my social media feed over the past few months (especially post-2024 Election), and once that clicked, I do think the context helped.

That being said, if you aren't familiar with Jenn & Pumps podcast, this is still a fun quick read and very accessible. It basically felt like having a story sesh with a close friend without judgement and full honesty. Do I think you will enjoy this book if you are pro-current Republicanism? Most likely not as the two authors' political views are imminently and unapologetically clear.

Some stories did feel repetitive as the book wore on -- perhaps that format lends itself more to a podcast rather than a written book -- but not enough to turn me off. The general vibe of the authors' friendship made reading this feel like I was right there with them.

My many thanks to Harlequin Trade Publishing and Hanover Square Press for this ARC. You unexpectedly turned me into a more consistent fan of the 'I've Had It' podcast.

My fellow patriots, gaytriots, and theytriots… (beaver noise?)

When my mothers announced that they were releasing a book, I immediately ran to my calendar to mark the months-away date. I spend every day with their grievances, whether it be twice a week b!tchfests on honor society lawn signs or pearly top knot headbands, or fifteen minute IHIP episodes absolutely annihilating maga bible thumpers. I would read or listen to literally anything these Oklahoma blue dot baddies put out. I am SO grateful that I was given the opportunity to read this book early, thank you thank you thank you Harlequin!

Jen and Pumps really did it with this one. I was already highlighting entire paragraphs / pages and I was still only in the introduction. Even though they are transparent about their stories and struggles on the podcast, they give a much more in depth perspective in this book. They discuss topics such as grief, addiction, rehab, parenting, female friendship, religious trauma, careers, money / income, relationships with parents, the political landscape of OK / this country, and so much more.

Alternating chapters between the two of them, they recount their individual ~journeys~ that made them into the business women, mothers, podcasters, and soulmates that they are today. With this format, they were able to bounce off of each others earlier references to different stories throughout the book. I loved how they would recount a story or situation they had found themselves in, apply it to a later experience, and tie the last sentence or two of each chapter up in a beautiful / funny way. (Ex: Pumps knowing she can't control what other people do, but still secretly hoping they all rush KKG / Jen not having a higher power, so she thanked Pumps & walked on stage.)

This book is so raw and honest, I think almost anyone could find a piece of themselves in these pages. Life truly is a lazy susan of shit sandwiches, and sometimes all you can do is squeeze your best friends hand and walk with them through the oncoming storm. Thank you, Jen & Pumps, for always being truly and unapologetically yourselves, in a country that expects you to be something less than. Love ya and C U Next Tuesday or Thursday!

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Life Is A Lazy Susan of Sh*t Sandwiches really attracted me because of the cover which is fantastic! However, I got a little lost in the writing of trying to figure out what was being said, or what we were being told. Then throw in some religious talk and politics and I’ll save that for someone who can maybe relate better.

This is an ARC review. I want to thank Jennifer Welch & Angie Sullivan and Harlequin Trade Publishing for allowing me the chance to read this book ahead of release day! If you’re a conservative is book will not be for you. It’s written for you but you might not love it. This book was surprising in all the best ways! I never listened to their podcast, but honestly, the title of the book and the description had me roped in. It just felt like a must read. The liberal views of Jen and Angie’s (Pumps), I truly felt to my core. It was very political view point driven but also represented their viewpoints of how they see the world. Talking VERY frankly about their husband’s addictions (and Angie’s) were raw and real. To know the truth of how the addictions affect themselves, their families and their spouses is likely exactly what the world needs. This book might be “short” but it is packed with so much information I feel like I became best friends with Jen and Pumps myself. I loved reading these two grow together in their own lives. This book is such a gem in this world we live in right now. Reading this came at the exact right time that I needed it.

I came to know these ladies as probably some other folks have, clips on TikTok in recent months. Then I started listening to their podcast, "I've Had It." And man, we've all had it lately.

I enjoyed Life is a Lazy Susan... because I've mainly only caught their discussions in bits and pieces so I really didn't know the background that they came from. Angie and Jen seem like bleached blondes but they are both smart, politically conscious, and incredibly witty. This is conveyed through their stories and life.

I would recommend this for any fans of their podcast, or anyone who has stumbled across their videos and are curious to know more.

Ever since I was a gay little kid, playing with barbies and creating elaborate, theatrical scenarios in my head to perform in, I have #manifested that one day there would be two liberal, white women infiltrating every area of my life with wit and humor, justifiable rage, and more than anything else–big mama hearts. Enter I’ve Had It podcast, a shit-talking weekly (now biweekly) therapy session with these two former Bravo-lebrities turned political commentators and unofficial TSA law enforcement. To say that they have exceeded in every arena is an understatement. Professional Athlete Jennifer Welch and Legal Eagle Angie “Pumps” Sullivan (the Princess Diana of Podcasting) have now blessed us with Life is a Lazy Susan of Shit Sandwiches, a historical text that shows how two women took the messy missteps of life, and turned them into something relatable that we all bonded to. In Trump’s America, the least the universe can do is give us something to laugh about as we ponder our mutually shared destruction.

This manifesto takes us through the ups and downs of these two patriots: husbands addicted to sex and drugs, previous affiliation with religious propaganda and hypocrisy, the origin of the pickleball legend, the trials of motherhood and the perseverance to pull through, and the #Journey to interviewing political icons like Vice President Kamala Harris and President Barack Obama. There’s no glass ceiling these women won’t break through, and nothing they won’t complain about. Imbued with their signature commentary on anything and everything, Life is a Lazy Susan of Shit Sandwiches proves more than ever that what the world needs is for white people to stand for something and stop leaving it to marginalized communities to fight for what’s right. I’ve had it with that. And I’ll follow these two young, vivacious, breathtakingly beautiful, and whip smart broads into battle any day. Ca-caw!

Lastly, thank you to Javi for all the brightness you brought to the world.

Though I’d never heard of these podcasters and sometime actors, the title of this book was enough to tempt me into giving it a try. I was glad I did as the ladies are quite real and honest. They would make awesome friends to anyone. I enjoyed reading about their lives, warts and all, and appreciated how open they were.

Thank you #Netgalley for the advanced copy!

I became a fan of these two ladies from their Bravo show years ago and have followed their journey since then. This book gave an intimate look into their lives both the good and bad. We learn about each of their marriage struggles, what really happened off camera and where they are now. If you are a fan of their podcast or Bravo show, you will enjoy this read. Each chapter is from either Jen or Angie's point of view intertwined with how they support each other. Appreciated their honesty in sharing their experiences with addiction, how it has affected their families and the importance of friends to lean on.

Another funny book about 2 women and their lives and friendships. Even though I had some different views on some things this was still a great read! This book talks about it all. Failing marriages, addiction, motherhood but my favorite part was their friendship. Jen and Boots are just flat out blunt and hilarious. And let’s all face it at one time or another as a woman we have all been KAREN’S! Ha!

Thank you @Harlequin Trade Publishing Company and @Netgalley for an arc for my honest review.

An excellent read for any and all readers! Author comes at you with both barrels and knocks you out of your shoes! Great job fleshing out all the characters. I give this book FIVE stars! Definitely recommend!

If you're a fan of the podcast, you'll enjoy this book. If you're on the fence or dislike them for some inexplicable reason, then you'll certainly dislike this.

Personally, I love the podcast and find Jennifer and Pumps endlessly entertaining. The feeling that you're sitting on the porch, smoking cigarettes, and drinking wine while engaging in a bitch sesh with the ladies is a big draw of "I've Had It". Unfortunately, that chatty friendship doesn't translate well to the written word.

Chapters alternate between the authors and you certainly learn a lot about their shared and personal traumas. It makes sense that they're inseperable friends and that chemistry is just as attractive in book form as it is in audio. However, the stories tend to feel more than a little repetitive -- some of them stop and veer off into a tangent, only to be returned to in another chapter. Again, this makes sense in a podcast that is meant to be conversational. As a book it's aggravating.

I've listened to a few episodes of the podcast, but hadn't really known who they were before I received this advance read.

It was the title and cover that drew me in.

Not only does this book have a LOT of humor, but they're also real about their struggles, stories about their friendship and more.

Even though they lead different lives than I do, I could completely relate.

Jump online and preorder this book. I think you'll love it.

Thank you, Harlequin Trade and Net Galley for a digital ARC of this title in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

#NetGalley #HarlequinTrade #LifeIsALazySusanofSh*tSandwiches #JenniferWelch #AngieSullivan

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I was excited when I saw that these two were putting out a book. I watched their Bravo show back in the day and have seen recent clips from their podcast. They are hilarious, relatable and have such a sweet friendship!

This book takes you through the behind the scenes of what makes them who they are today. They have had complicated marriages and battles with sobriety that have forced them to adapt and reinvent themselves into even better versions of themselves. I'm inspired by the fact that they loudly voice their political opinions in a part of the country that operates on a different frequency. Keep going ladies...can't wait to see what you do next!

Thank you Harlequin Trade for providing this book for review consideration via Net Galley. All opinions are my own.