4 Friends & A Book Podcast

4 Friends review the historical fiction novel Yellow Wife by award-winning author Sadeqa Johnson. Hot Topic: New opportunities in Women's Basketball THE RANT: Uber driver Loletha Hall was shot and killed by an. 81-year-old man.

Join us as we journey toward balance with Toure Roberts' new book, Balance. THE RANT: Nakala Murray custody battle after police shoot her son. 4 Friends and A Book podcast centers discussions on books, life experiences, and a little bit of everything else in between. We have organic conversations which flow naturally from the book at hand, through the writer's journey, and of course, the i...

4 Friends learn about the legendary actress Cicely Tyson in her memoir, Just As I Am. THE RANT: Women's History Month spotlight of Mrs. Gloria Reid. #4friendsandabookpodcast #bookreview #2024reading

Join the conversation on Black mental health with Dr. Rheeda Walker, as we discuss her book 'The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health.' #4friendsandabookpodcast #blackmentalhealth #mentalhealth

4 Friends discover the truth of HeLa in, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot. We also discuss the state of California putting forth the nation's first bill to address reparation for Black Americans. The Rant: Black History celebration of African American Lawyer, Eunice Carter. #4friendsandabookpodcast #bookreview #henriettalacks #2024reading #bookclub #HeLaCells #medicalrese...

4 Friends kick off the new year with topics on mental health and practical steps to ensure mental wellness. THE RANT: Medical negligence of former US Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson. 4 Friends and A Book podcast centers discussions on books, life experiences, and a little bit of everything else in between. We have organic conversations which flow naturally from the book at hand, through the writer'...

4 Friends reviews the highly anticipated memoir Worthy, by Jada Pinkett Smith. THE RANT: The evolution of Andre 3000 and his flute album. #4friendsandabookpodcast #jadapinkettsmith #worthy #bookclub #redtabletalk #willsmith #2023reading #2pac #autobiography #andre3000 4 Friends and A Book podcast centers discussions on books, life experiences, and a little bit of everything else in between. We hav...

Join us as we relive some of our favorite moments and books from Season 3 of 4 Friends & A Book podcast. 4 Friends and A Book podcast centers discussions on books, life experiences, and a little bit of everything else in between. We have organic conversations which flow naturally from the book at hand, through the writer's journey, and of course, the impact it has on the culture. Our missi...

4 Friends review the historical fiction, The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride. We also have a discussion on the legal actions currently being taken against the Fearless Fund Grant, which provides venture capital funding for women of color. The Rant: Johnny Hollman's death after taser encounter with Atlanta Police Officer.

Join us as we review Born A Crime by Trevor Noah while also having a conversation about the latest hot topics. THE RANT: Leonard Mack Wrongfully Convicted 4 Friends and A Book podcast centers discussions on books, life experiences, and a little bit of everything else in between. We have organic conversations which flow naturally from the book at hand, through the writer's journey, and of cours...

Join us as we review Marriage Be Hard, by Kevin and Melissa Fredericks, while also have a conversation about dating & singleness. THE RANT: Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard 4 Friends and A Book podcast centers discussions on books, life experiences, and a little bit of everything else in between. We have organic conversations which flow naturally from the book at hand, through the write...

4 Friends reviews Before I Let Go, by Kennedy Ryan and discusses some of bills being brought forward by Florida Governor, Ron DeSantis. THE RANT: Jordan Neely loss of life on New York Subway SUBSCRIBE to YouTube: https://youtu.be/pl6rPy9AWrc 4 Friends and A Book podcast centers discussions on books, life experiences, and a little bit of everything else in between. We have organic conversations whi...

4 Friends peel back the layers of American History with reading The 1619 Project by Nikole Hannah-Jones. We also have a discussion on the recent expulsion & reinstatement of Justin Jones and Justin Pearson at the Tennesse State House of Representatives. The Rant: Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas #4friendsandabookpodcast #the1619project #nikolehannahjones 4 Friends and A Book podcast cente...

4 Friends review Between the World and Me, by Ta-Nehisi Coates, and explore the topic of racial identity.  THE RANT:  Angela Bassett's 2023 Oscar lost for Best Supporting Actress.  #4friendsandabookpodcast #tanehisicoates #betweentheworldandme #racialidentity #oscars2023 #angelabassett     4 Friends and A Book podcast center discussions on books, life experiences, and...

4 Friends celebrate Black History Month and discuss its relevancy today while also reviewing The Light We Carry by Michelle Obama.  THE RANT:  Tyre Nichols #4friendsandabookpodcast #thelightwecarry #michelleobama

4 Friends & A Book kicks off 2023 with a mental health check-in, while celebrating author, activist, civil rights leader, and wife of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Coretta Scott King, with her memoir entitled, My Life, My Love, My Legacy. #4friendsandabookpodcast #corettascottking #mylifemylovemylegacy

4 Friends preparing for the Christmas holiday while reading the historical fiction, The Vanishing Half, by Brit Bennett.

4 Friends & A Book is back with our Season 3 opener to discuss the new memoir by Viola Davis entitled, Finding Me, while also touching on the topic of colorism.

4 Friends analyze the legal thriller, While Justice Sleeps, by American politician, lawyer, and author Stacey Abrams.

Join us as we review Zora Neale Hurston most famed novel, Their Eyes Were Watching God, followed by a conversation on the US Supreme Court recent decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.

4 Friends examine the book, Heads of the Colored People, by Nafissa Thompson-Spires and have conversation on 2nd amendment rights & gun control within the United States.

We are having Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson and celebrating 1 year of 4 Friends & A Book Podcast.

Margrett Upshaw shares her experience with infertility and how it led to writing her first book, Expecting With An Empty Womb.

4 Friends unpack the book, How the Word is Passed, by Clint Smith and share our thoughts on the appointment of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Tune in for a conversation with Sharina Harris, as she details her journey of following her dreams to become a published author.