Blush - Good Wine, Naughty Books, Naughtier Conversations

Author: Kelly and Branden

We enjoy and rate your favorite wines and smutty books, all while getting tipsy and exploring and celebrating sexual empowerment, feminism, and probably some new sex tips or moves we've picked up from our reading. Not for those who easily blush!Please note that this podcast features themes of drinking, violence, cursing, and graphic descriptions of sexual acts and desires, and is not suitable for listeners under the age of 18. Some episodes also contain themes which may be triggering, and feature content warnings. Please take care of yourself, and dont hesitate to ask for help if you need it.
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Dark Romance, Kinks & Hockey Mafia with Samantha Barrett
Episode 8
Monday, 16 March, 2026

Dark romance fans, this one’s for you. 💋 On this episode of Blush, Kelly sits down with dark romance author and Heathens and Heartbreakers attendee Samantha Barrett to talk about the addictive world of morally gray book boyfriends and the community that loves them. Samantha shares the inspiration behind her latest hockey mafia series, how she researches crime and power dynamics for authenticity, and why writing dark romance can be unexpectedly therapeutic. The conversation dives into character creation, series crossover ideas, and the realities of life as a romance author. Of course, it wouldn’t be Blush without a little chaos. Kelly and Samantha also play truth-or-drink, swap celebrity crushes, and get candid about kinks, taboos, and the importance of open conversations about sexuality. If you love dark romance, behind-the-scenes author stories, and a little spice with your storytelling, this episode will definitely make you blush. Learn more: https://samanthabarrett.com