Exploring New York’s Hidden Gems with Jackie Ostick

Disclosure: We are part of the Amazon Affiliate/LTK Creator programs. We will receive a small commission at no cost if you purchase a book. This post may contain links to purchase books.In this What to Read Next Podcast episode, Laura chats with Jackie Ostick, a multi-talented New Yorker who juggles various roles, including actor, Levain Bakery trainer, and food tour guide. Jackie shares her journey through the bustling streets of New York, introducing listeners to the best food spots and insider stories. She also dives into her rekindled love for reading, particularly audiobooks, and discusses her passion for Chick Lit. Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with New York anecdotes, fitness community vibes, and plenty of book recommendations!Topics Covered:Introduction to Jackie Ostick and her diverse roles in New York CityThe magic of Levain Bakery cookies and their expansion beyond NYCJackie's journey back into reading, primarily through audiobooksRecommendations for Chick Lit and why the genre is so captivatingThe importance of fitness communities and finding motivation in group classesBooks Mentioned:"Something Borrowed" by Emily Giffin  https://amzn.to/3ACfGV3"Something Blue" by Emily Giffin https://amzn.to/3X0ktHA"The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo" by Taylor Jenkins Reid https://amzn.to/3MmNKY3"Funny Story" by Emily Henry https://amzn.to/4e0dWDu"It Ends with Us" and "It Starts with Us" by Colleen Hoover https://amzn.to/4dYpU0r"Every Summer After" by Carley Fortune https://amzn.to/3Z2QgKu"Same Time Next Summer" by Annabel Monaghan https://amzn.to/3Z0tanL"Silver Girl" by Elin Hilderbrand https://amzn.to/3T3X6vw"Bad Blood" by John Carreyrou https://amzn.to/4dEb7bF"Open Book" by Jessica Simpson  https://amzn.to/4fSPCFo"Counting the Cost" by Jill Duggar https://amzn.to/3T3M1um"My Friend Anna" by Rachel DeLoache Williams https://amzn.to/3AQ1zeT"Cultish" by Amanda Montell https://amzn.to/4dQ6BGQ"I’m Glad My Mom Died" by Jennette McCurdy  https://amzn.to/3MkDD5V"Hey, Hun" by Emily Lynn Paulson