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Delusional Boyfriend Book Club

Welcome to the Delusional Boyfriend Book Club — a romance-obsessed podcast and channel devoted to BL, manhwa, manga, anime, live-action dramas, and romance novels.

We overanalyze relationships, obsess over the fictional men who have ruined our real-life standards, unpack iconic tropes, and crown the top-tier boyfriends who live rent-free in our heads.

This is a judgment-free space where delusion is always the solution.

New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday.

Follow along and subscribe to discover a new delusional boyfriend twice a week, every week.

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Episodes

Pucking Around (Reverse Harem Romance Review)

This week on Delusional Boyfriend Book Club, we break down Pucking Around by Emily Rath and unpack the why-choose chaos, hockey team tension, and three fictional men competing for one woman’s attention. When devotion, jealousy, and locker room energy collide, why would she ever choose just one? New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe to discover a new delusional boyfriend twice a...

Mar 05, 20261 hr 49 minEp. 71

Shonen Simp Club: One Piece Vol. 9

This week we simp over Belle-Mère in One Piece Vol. 9. New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. Shonen Simp Club — where I’m reading One Piece with my husband — releases every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more romance reviews, shonen spirals, and fangirling over fictional men. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #AnimeCommunity #MangaCommunity #OnePiece #OnePieceManga #OnePieceReview #BLShips

Mar 03, 202633 minEp. 70

10 Things to Do Before I Turn 40 (BL Drama Review)

This week on Delusional Boyfriend Book Club, we review 10 Things to Do Before I Turn 40 — the live action BL adaptation that left us asking: it’s cute… but where’s the chemistry? Val says the manga brings the spice. The live action in comparison feels toned down. We unpack censorship, adaptation choices, and whether the on-screen chemistry lives up to the page. New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe to discover ...

Feb 26, 20261 hr 34 minEp. 69

Shonen Simp Club: One Piece Vol. 8

This week we simp over Nojiko in One Piece Vol. 8. New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. Shonen Simp Club — where I’m reading One Piece with my husband — releases every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more romance reviews, shonen spirals, and fangirling over fictional men. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #AnimeCommunity #MangaCommunity #OnePiece #OnePieceManga #OnePieceReview #BLShips

Feb 24, 202632 minEp. 67

Junjou Romantica (BL Anime Review)

This week we revisit Junjou Romantica — the iconic BL anime that shaped a generation of fujoshis. We unpack Misaki and Akihiko’s controversial dynamic, the power imbalance discourse, early-2000s BL tropes, and whether this series feels like nostalgic comfort… or a red-flag time capsule. Did this story define the genre — and does it hit differently now? New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along a...

Feb 19, 20261 hr 52 minEp. 68

Shonen Simp Club: One Piece Vol. 7

This week we simp over Chef Zeff in One Piece Vol. 7. New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. Shonen Simp Club — where I’m reading One Piece with my husband — releases every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more romance reviews, shonen spirals, and fangirling over fictional men. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #AnimeCommunity #MangaCommunity #OnePiece #OnePieceManga #OnePieceReview #BLShips

Feb 18, 202636 minEp. 66

Painter of the Night (BL Manhwa Review) with Buff Fujo

This week on Delusional Boyfriend Book Club, I'm joined by the Buff Fujo as we dive into Painter of the Night — the dark romance BL manhwa that continues to divide readers and absolutely wreck our moral compasses. We unpack Seungho as a character, the power dynamics at play, why this story is so compelling despite (or because of) its discomfort, and whether simping for him is a bad decision or an inevitable one. This is not a defense — it’s a discussion. We talk toxic appeal, narrative intent, r...

Feb 12, 20261 hr 39 minEp. 65

Shonen Simp Club: One Piece Vol. 6

This week we simp over Mihawk in One Piece Vol. 6. New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. Shonen Simp Club — where I’m reading One Piece with my husband — releases every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more romance reviews, shonen spirals, and fangirling over fictional men. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #AnimeCommunity #MangaCommunity #OnePiece #OnePieceManga #OnePieceReview #BLShips

Feb 11, 20261 hr 5 minEp. 64

Funny Story by Emily Henry (Romance Novel Review)

This week on Delusional Boyfriend Book Club, we dive into Funny Story and unpack fake dating, emotional honesty, and the slow realization that your rebound roommate might actually be the love of your life. New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more romance tropes, emotional spirals, and fictional men who ruin real-life standards. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #RomanceRe...

Feb 05, 202648 minEp. 63

Shonen Simp Club: One Piece Vol. 5

This week we simp over Usopp in One Piece Vol. 5. New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. Shonen Simp Club — where I’m reading One Piece with my husband — releases every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more romance reviews, shonen spirals, and fangirling over fictional men. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #AnimeCommunity #MangaCommunity #OnePiece #OnePieceManga #OnePieceReview #BLShips

Feb 03, 202637 minEp. 62

My Beautiful Man (BL Live Action Review)

This week on Delusional Boyfriend Book Club, Courtney is joined by her husband Wolfgang to break down the Japanese BL live-action My Beautiful Man. We dive into the psychology behind Hira’s devotion, Kiyoi’s emotional walls, and the obsession that makes this one of the most unforgettable romances in Boys’ Love. Is this true devotion… or full on delusion? Let’s overanalyze. New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tu...

Jan 29, 20261 hr 20 minEp. 61

Shonen Simp Club: One Piece Vol. 4

This week we simp over Kuro in One Piece Vol. 4. New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. Shonen Simp Club — where I’m reading One Piece with my husband — releases every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more romance reviews, shonen spirals, and fangirling over fictional men. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #AnimeCommunity #MangaCommunity #OnePiece #OnePieceManga #OnePieceReview #BLShips

Jan 27, 202626 minEp. 60

Cherry Magic (BL Anime Review)

This week on Delusional Boyfriend Book Club, we dive into Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! and unpack why office romance, mutual pining, soft masculinity, and emotional intimacy have made this series a BL favorite. We break down Adachi and Kurosawa’s dynamic, talk green flags, slow-burn yearning, and why Cherry Magic proves that quiet love stories can be just as powerful as dramatic ones. New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — w...

Jan 23, 20261 hr 39 minEp. 59

Shonen Simp Club: One Piece Vol. 3

This week we simp over Buggy in One Piece Vol. 3. New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. Shonen Simp Club — where I’m reading One Piece with my husband — releases every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more romance reviews, shonen spirals, and fangirling over fictional men. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #AnimeCommunity #MangaCommunity #OnePiece #OnePieceManga #OnePieceReview #BLShips

Jan 20, 20261 hr 15 minEp. 58

Jinx (BL Manhwa) Review with Alex Missael

Toxic, Hot, and Problematic — Jinx (BL Manhwa Review) We analyze Jinx and the red flags, power imbalance, and fandom chaos that keep this BL manhwa trending. Are we defending it… or just obsessed? New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more BL manhwa chaos, red flags, and morally questionable favorites. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #BL #BoysLove #ManhwaReview #BLManhwa ...

Jan 15, 20261 hr 54 minEp. 57

Shonen Simp Club: One Piece Vol. 2

This week we simp over Zoro in One Piece Vol. 2. New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. Shonen Simp Club — where I’m reading One Piece with my husband — releases every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more romance reviews, shonen spirals, and fangirling over fictional men. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #AnimeCommunity #MangaCommunity #OnePiece #OnePieceManga #OnePieceReview #BLShips

Jan 14, 202652 minEp. 56

Shonen Simp Club: One Piece Vol. 1

This week we simp over Shanks in One Piece Vol. 1. New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. Shonen Simp Club — where I’m reading One Piece with my husband — releases every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more romance reviews, shonen spirals, and fangirling over fictional men. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #AnimeCommunity #MangaCommunity #OnePiece #OnePieceManga #OnePieceReview #BLShips

Jan 10, 20261 hr 24 minEp. 55

Ice Planet Barbarians (Romance Novel Review)

Why Are Alien Boyfriends Superior? — Ice Planet Barbarians (Romance Review) This week we unpack Ice Planet Barbarians and the appeal of fated mates, survival romance, and aggressively devoted alien heroes. Why does this trope work so well? New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more romance tropes, emotional spirals, and fictional men who ruin real-life standards. #Fandom #B...

Jan 10, 202646 minEp. 54

Tiger’s Den (BL Manhwa Review)

This week we explore Tiger’s Den and the omegaverse dynamics, unconventional family structure, and emotional loyalty at its core. Does this BL manhwa handle found family differently? New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more BL manhwa chaos, red flags, and morally questionable favorites. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #BL #BoysLove #ManhwaReview #BLManhwa #Shipping #Fic...

Jan 01, 202639 minSeason 1Ep. 51

Three to Fall by Elle Thorpe (Romance Novel Review)

This week we break down Three to Fall and the emotional fallout of why-choose romance pushed to its limits. Did this finale deliver — or derail? New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more romance tropes, emotional spirals, and fictional men who ruin real-life standards. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #RomanceReview #BookTok #Shipping #FictionalMen #PodcastClips...

Dec 17, 20251 hr 21 minSeason 1Ep. 53

Mobsters in Love (BL Manhwa Review)

This month, we’re reviewing Mobsters in Love by Chiyoko Origami—a gritty BL manga where loyalty, crime, and romance collide. If you’re into mafia drama, forbidden love, and dangerous men with soft spots, this is the story for you. New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more BL manga deep dives, slow-burn tension, and shipping breakdowns. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #BL...

Dec 17, 202524 minSeason 1Ep. 52

Alien Stage (BL Anime Review)

We unpack Alien Stage and the heartbreak, performance pressure, and tragic devotion that define this animated BL experience. Why does beautiful pain hit so hard? New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more BL anime breakdowns and delusional boyfriend analysis. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #BL #BoysLove #AnimeReview #BLAnime #Shipping #FictionalMen #PodcastClips...

Dec 10, 20251 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 50

Can’t Think Straight (BL Manhwa Review)

This week we analyze Can’t Think Straight and the tension between rivalry, denial, and undeniable chemistry. When will they finally admit it? New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more BL manhwa chaos, red flags, and morally questionable favorites. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #BL #BoysLove #ManhwaReview #BLManhwa #Shipping #FictionalMen #PodcastClips...

Dec 10, 202521 minSeason 1Ep. 49

Torn in Two by Elle Thorpe Romance Novel Review

This week we unpack Torn in Two and the darker side of reverse harem dynamics. How far can a why-choose romance push emotional tension? New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more romance tropes, emotional spirals, and fictional men who ruin real-life standards. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #RomanceReview #BookTok #Shipping #FictionalMen #PodcastClips...

Nov 25, 20251 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 47

The Dragon’s Betrothed (BL Manga Review)

We dive into The Dragon’s Betrothed and explore fantasy romance, mythical devotion, and unexpected emotional depth. Why does this dragon romance work so well? New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more BL manga deep dives, slow-burn tension, and shipping breakdowns. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #BL #BoysLove #MangaReview #BLManga #Shipping #FictionalMen #PodcastClips...

Nov 25, 202523 minSeason 1Ep. 47

Twittering Birds Never Fly (BL Anime Review)

We explore Twittering Birds Never Fly and the layered trauma, power imbalance, and mafia devotion at its center. Why does this one linger long after watching? New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more BL anime breakdowns and delusional boyfriend analysis. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #BL #BoysLove #AnimeReview #BLAnime #Shipping #FictionalMen #PodcastClips...

Nov 11, 20251 hr 34 minSeason 1Ep. 46

Wife Number One by Elle Thorpe (Romance Novel Review)

This week we break down Wife Number One and the tension between cult dynamics, betrayal, and why-choose romance. When loyalty fractures, who survives? New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more romance tropes, emotional spirals, and fictional men who ruin real-life standards. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #RomanceReview #BookTok #Shipping #FictionalMen #PodcastClips...

Oct 26, 20251 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 45

The Black Mirror (BL Manhwa Review)

We dive into The Black Mirror and unpack revenge, darkness, and the seductive pull of morally gray attraction. When justice turns personal, what happens next? New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more BL manhwa chaos, red flags, and morally questionable favorites. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #BL #BoysLove #ManhwaReview #BLManhwa #Shipping #FictionalMen #PodcastClips...

Oct 22, 202542 minSeason 1Ep. 44

Love in Limbo (BL Manga Review)

We unpack Love in Limbo and the unexpected emotional weight of romance set between worlds. What does connection look like in the in-between? New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more BL manga deep dives, slow-burn tension, and shipping breakdowns. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #BL #BoysLove #MangaReview #BLManga #Shipping #FictionalMen #PodcastClips

Oct 05, 202529 minSeason 1Ep. 43

Given by Natsuki Kizu (BL Anime Review)

This week we revisit Given and explore music, grief, and the slow-burn tension between bandmates. Can music heal what silence can’t? New romance and BL episodes drop every Thursday. One Piece manga episodes — where we simp over shonen men — release every Tuesday. Follow along and subscribe for more BL anime breakdowns and delusional boyfriend analysis. #Fandom #BookClub #RomancePodcast #BL #BoysLove #AnimeReview #BLAnime #Shipping #FictionalMen #PodcastClips

Oct 05, 202558 minSeason 1Ep. 42
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