Playing the Field Was Cute… But We Needed More Spice 🌶️⚽ |…

About this episode

This week on Dirty Pour, Bri and Allison tackle Playing the Field by Stacy Travis, a soccer romance featuring forced proximity, brother's best friend, workplace romance, and one very respectful book boyfriend.While the story delivers lovable characters, sweet moments, and an easy summer read, the hosts admit they were left wanting a little more heat. They break down Hunter and Gracie's relationship, discuss how the book handles mental health, and explain why this romance is perfect for readers looking for something light instead of intensely spicy.The conversation also takes plenty of detours—from World Cup fever and reading slumps to Bri's move into a new podcast studio and Allison's absolutely unhinged plan to find Bri a boyfriend using custom business cards and a spreadsheet.If you're looking for a wholesome sports romance, a few laughs, and plenty of behind-the-scenes Dirty Pour chaos, this episode has you covered.Chapters00:00 – Welcome Back & The Last Episode in Bri's Studio 01:14 – Cocktail Pairings Inspired by Playing the Field 03:20 – Book Synopsis: Soccer, Forced Proximity & Brother's Best Friend 05:16 – Our Overall Thoughts: Cute, Sweet & Low Spice 06:26 – Hunter: One of Our Favorite Book Boyfriends 07:17 – Gracie, Data Analytics & Breaking Romance Stereotypes 09:05 – Is This the Perfect Poolside Read? 09:53 – World Cup Fever & Our Sports Romance Expectations 11:03 – Did the Romance Deliver? (Without Spoilers) 11:45 – Reading Slumps & How We Get Out of Them 12:16 – What's Next for Dirty Pour? 13:41 – Books We're Reading Next 17:03 – Final Rating: Who Should Read This Book? 18:18 – Do Romance Books Inspire Real Life? 👀 20:05 – Allison's Wild Dating Plan for Bri 22:35 – Future Episodes Are About to Get Spicier 🌶️Whether you're a die-hard sports romance fan or just want an easy weekend read, Playing the Field is a charming, low-spice romance with lovable characters, a respectful hero, and enough soccer to keep World Cup fans entertained. Bri and Allison share what worked, what didn't, and why they're already searching for a much spicier read next.