Hey well read baddies! On today's episode, we discuss truth #3 of Black Girl IRL, (Successful) Dating is Just Simple Math. We get real about our own dating experiences and share some hilarious behind-the-scenes moments. We also take a trip down

S5 EP 4: Summertime Sadness

11 days ago 1h 9m

Hey well read baddies! On today's episode, we discuss truth #2 of Black Girl IRL, Self-Care Isn't Selfish. We're diving deep into the essence of self-care—what it means, why it’s essential, and how to integrate it into our busy lives. From disc

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SWR Minisode: The Gateway Gays with Author Haley Jakobson

13 days ago 1h

Hey well read baddies, welcome to another #Pride365 minisode! Today we are joined by author and writer, Haley Jakobson to discuss her book 'Old Enough,' which follows the journey of a bisexual college sophomore navigating friendships, self-disc

S5 EP 3: The Truth of it All

18 days ago 1h 5m

Hey well read baddies! On today's episode, we are silenced! Lol jk but we tackle truth #1 of Black Girl IRL, Silence is Your Superpower. From dealing with unrealistic expectations to learning the strength in saying 'no,' we dive into the power

S5 EP 2: Black Women Are the Blueprint

25 days ago 54m 41s

Hey well read baddies! On today's episode, we're diving into the introduction of of Black Girl IRL. Join us as we discuss the importance of celebrating our everyday, non-glamorous lives as Black women. We also dish on social media authenticity,

S5 EP 1: She's Just Like Me For Real

Jun 5th, 2024 45m 55s

Hey well read baddies!!!! We are thrilled to be back with a new season of the podcast! We're excited to introduce our book for Season 5, 'Black Girl IRL: Life Between the Mess and the Magic,' selected by you all in our book vote. In this episod

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SWR Minisode: Send Noods! with Writer and Artist Abbey Crain

May 6th, 2024 1h 5m

Hey well read baddies, welcome to another minisode! Today we are joined by Abbey Crain, a journalist, author, and artist from Birmingham, Alabama, to discuss a range of topics including IVF, reproductive rights, and Abbey's journey into art. Ab

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SWR Minisode: Get in the Booth! with Author Winnifred Tataw

Apr 22nd, 2024 52m 6s

Hey well read baddies, welcome to another #Black365 minisode! Today we are joined by the multi-talented author and entrepreneur, Winnifred Tataw, for a deep dive into the art of storytelling and the nuances of self-publishing. Winnie, the creat

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SWR Minisode: Words That Bind Us with Author Dhayana Alejandrina

Apr 8th, 2024 49m 3s

Hey well read baddies, welcome to another #Black365 minisode! Today we sit down with poet, community facilitator, and creative writing mentor Dhayana Alejandrina to discuss her life journey and the power of storytelling. Dhayana shares her expe

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SWR Minisode: New Year, New Me and Season 5 Updates!

Mar 25th, 2024 38m 21s

Hey well read baddies! Welcome in to all of our new and returning listeners! Disclaimer: we are still working out the kinks of Sam's new mic so please forgive us!! On today's episode, Lana and Sam are catching up with you all on all of the thin

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SWR Minisode: F the Fairy Tale! with Author Damona Hoffman

Mar 11th, 2024 1h 13m

Hey well read baddies, welcome to another #Black365 minisode! Today we welcome back beloved guest, Damona Hoffman, to talk about her new book 'F the Fairytale: Rewrite the Dating Myths and Live Your Own Love Story'. Damona, a seasoned dating an

SWR Minisode: Unveiling the Ghosts of Segregation with Authors Richard Frishman and Brian Foster

Feb 19th, 2024 1h 7m

Hey well read baddies, welcome to another #Black365 minisode! Today we engage in a deep and enlightening conversation with the creators of the book, 'Ghosts of Segregation: American Racism Hidden in Plain Sight.' The discussion involves photog

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SWR Minisode: 2023 Wrapped!

Dec 18th, 2023 32m 31s

Hey well read baddies! On today's minisode, Lana and Samra wrap up 2023 for SWR and give some updates on what's to come for year 5! Y'all ready for the new season?! Be sure to give us your feedback and some book suggestions for season 5 using t

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SWR Minisode: Hi Barbie! and Summer Renaissance

Nov 20th, 2023 45m 22s

Hey well read baddies, welcome to another Minisode Monday! Today we are releasing one of our favorite patreon episodes all about the Barbie movie and our Renaissance concert experience! We wanted to give you all an inside look as to what these

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SWR Minisode: Yes And -ing with Author Tatiana Johnson-Boria

Nov 6th, 2023 56m 38s

Hey well read baddies, welcome to another #Black365 minisode! Today we are talking with Tatiana Johnson-Boria (she/her) and she is the author of the newly released book called Nocturne in Joy (2023). She’s an educator, artist, and facilitator w

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SWR Minisode: Thriller Nights with Author Aisha Graham

Oct 23rd, 2023 41m 43s

Hey well read baddies, welcome to a spooky #Black365 minisode! Today we are talking with artist, writer, and author Aisha Graham. Aisha was born in DC and raised in PG County, MD. She’s always had a knack for writing, and in 2018 she self-publi

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SWR Minisode: Honoring Thy Cucci with Advocate and Podcaster Chrystyan Cross

Oct 9th, 2023 49m 50s

Hey well read baddies, welcome to another #Black365 minisode! Today we are talking with Chrystyan Cross who is the founder & host of ThaMonthly Podcast which advocates for women’s reproductive & period health. She is an educator for the Oklahom

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SWR Minisode: There's More to the Story with Madi and Bre

Sep 25th, 2023 1h 2m

Hey well read baddies, we're back with another collab minisode! Today we are talking with the hosts of There's More to the Story podcast, Madi and Bre, to discuss their thoughts on last seasons book, I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy. We

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SWR Minisode: For Girls Who Become Women with Author Jessica Hamilton

Sep 11th, 2023 45m 46s

Hey well read baddies, we're back with another #Black365 minisode! Today we are talking with Jessica Hamilton to discuss her poetry book, For Girls Who Become Women. We discuss all of the things that come with girlhood and the nuances of how th

S4 EP 17: It's Complicated

Jul 12th, 2023 31m 5s

Hey well read baddies! Welcome to the seventieth episode and season finale of season 4! On today's episode, Lana and Samra wrap up the season with their final thoughts and talk about what's coming up for the show. If you'd like to read this sea

S4 EP 16: *Insert Struggle Here*

Jul 5th, 2023 35m 52s

Hey well read baddies! Welcome to the sixteenth episode of season 4! On today's episode, Lana and Samra dive into the last Chapters, 85-91, of I'm Glad My Mom Died (IGMMD). We wrap up the end of this part of Jennette's journey and are left hope

S4 EP 15: May the Odds be in Your Favor

Jun 28th, 2023 1h 5m

Hey well read baddies! Welcome to the fifteenth episode of season 4! On today's episode, Lana and Samra dive into Chapters 79-84 of I'm Glad My Mom Died (IGMMD). Jennette and Steven have reconnected and we continue her therapy journey. If you'l

S4 EP 14: She Don't Wanna Be Saved

Jun 21st, 2023 59m 3s

Hey well read baddies! Welcome to the fourteenth episode of season 4! On today's episode, Lana and Samra dive into Chapters 73-78 of I'm Glad My Mom Died (IGMMD). This one's another WILD rollercoaster y'all and trigger warning galore :/ Remembe

S4 EP 13: Denial is a River in Egypt!

Jun 14th, 2023 1h 7m

Hey well read baddies! Welcome to the thirteenth episode of season 4! On today's episode, Lana and Samra dive into Chapters 67-72 of I'm Glad My Mom Died (IGMMD). We see what Jennette is getting into post Sam and Cat...Netflix? 👀 We also meet

S4 EP 12: There's Levels to This Sh*t

Jun 7th, 2023 59m 46s

Hey well read baddies! Welcome to the twelfth episode of season 4! On today's episode, Lana and Samra dive into Chapters 61-66 of I'm Glad My Mom Died (IGMMD). We are at the tail end of her time on the set of Sam and Cat. She's been made a prom