Junkie 4 A Story

In this episode, I review Taylor Jenkins Reid novel, Daisy Jones & The Six and talk about some legendary bands that have similar history. Bands and rock stars  mentioned are: Lenny Kravitz, Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks, Bon Jovi, Rage Against The Machine, and Heart. Here is a link for more info on the book:  https://bookshop.org/a/83281/9781524798642

In this episode, I review the Netflix series, Uncoupled . I talk about the star Neil Patrick Harris and the supporting cast: Tisha Campbell, Marcia Gay Harden, Tuc Watkins, and Emerson Brooks. 

In this episode, I review the book, Blood, Sweat, And Tears: The Wild And True Story Of Mad Max: Fury Road by Kyle Buchanan. I also talk about the antics that happened to explain the 20 plus years it took for filmmaker George Miller to get Fury Road made.   Here is a link for more info on the book:  https://bookshop.org/a/83281/9780063084346

In this episode, I talk about the new competition show for unknown writers and how authors have become the new rockstars; or was it always that way? I also ask you, who would be your Mt Rushmore of authors?  https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/publisher-news/article/89842-publishing-gets-the-reality-show-treatment-with-america-s-next-great-author.html

In this episode, I talk about the Hulu original TV series Dopesick and the 14 Emmy nominations it received. I also talk about the book, Empire Of Pain by Patrick Radden Keefe and review the book Dopesick from author Beth Macy (the source of the TV series) and compare the differences between the two books.  https://bookshop.org/a/83281/9780385545686 https://bookshop.org/a/83281/9780316551304

In this episode, I review Sandra Oh's new film, Umma available on Netflix . I also talk about the scarcity of Asian actresses in Hollywood who get these kinds of dramatic roles. 

Yet another correction. In a previous video, I talked about the book Her Country by Marissa R. Moss country trio, The Chicks. I did some research to find out where The Chicks are today. That's when I learned that they haven't stopped being the rocking, Chicks that they are.

I'm talking about the recently published book, Her Country by Marissa R. Moss, country singers: Kacey Musgraves, Maren Morris. I also talk about getting Dixie'd, and Country music welcoming Black artists like Mickey Guyton and R&B icon Monica. For more information about the book:  https://bookshop.org/a/83281/9781250793591

In this episode, I talk about the Inventing Anna limited series and podcast. I also talk about the book, The Authority Gap by Mary Ann Sieghart and Anne Hathaway and internal misogny in Hollywood.  Here is a link for more info about the book: https://bookshop.org/a/83281/9780393867756

In this video, I talk about the writing and producing team, Robert King and Michelle King; the Joe Rogan scandal and fake outrage; and TV series: The Good Wife, The Good Fight, & Evil on Paramount Plus.

In this video, I talk in detail about actress Dorothy Dandridge and the striking resemblance of her tragic life and that of Marilyn Monroe. I also talk about the upcoming musical, The Songs Of Dorothy Dandridge that is coming to Carnegie Hall. https://www.dorothydandridgemusical.com

In this episode, I talk about the inspiration behind my debut novel Girl Most Unlikely (2022). Actresses Lisa Nicole Carson and Dorothy Dandridge are also mentioned.

I talk about Sandra Bullock's return to the romantic comedy genre with the film The Lost City (2022), her chemistry with Channing Tatum and Brad Pitt's cameo appearance. I also, react to Vanity Fair's list of 33 best romantic comedies of all time.

Black Hollywood has got the romcom and crime genres on lock, but can they deliver a good erotic thriller? Now we have had some erotic thrillers in the past, but it has been some years. In this episode, I delve into the classics of this genre–provided by Hollywood–then ask the question, when will Black Hollywood give us something to celebrate?

Romantic comedies of the 80s, 90s, and 00s have captured moviegoers hearts but Hollywood for whatever reason, has neglected this genre in recent years. In this episode, I talk about the jerks in the movies we love that made the “prince charming” oh so much more charming in comparison. Movies mentioned are: Friends With Benefits, When Harry Met Sally, Pretty Woman, Bridget Jones Diary, and Waiting...

It’s 1971, and Hillary Rodham and Bill Clinton are madly in love. But, she learns of his weaknesses and proposes they have a separation before committing to marriage. This is a review of the novel, Rodham by Curtis Sittenfeld. I also talk about the real life marriage of Hillary and Bill Clinton; the Monica Lewinsky scandal; and the second president in American history to be impeached. Here is the...

This is a review of the book and film, Waiting To Exhale , its success over the years, and the criticism it endured from its own community. I mention some of the men of the film, Wesley Snipes and Daniel Haysbert. I also talk about the essay, Mock Feminism from her essay collection, Reel To Real: Race, Class, and Sex At The Movies .  Here is the link for further details on the books I mention...

This is a chatty review of Body Work: the new essay collection from Melissa Febos. 

In this episode, I review the Netflix series, The Lincoln Lawyer, and the limited series Clickbait. I also talk about the changes we may see coming to Netflix. The Lincoln Lawyer series is based on the second book, The Brass Verdict in the series [by the same name] by author, Michael Connelly.  Here is my affiliate link to the book for further details: https://bookshop.org/a/83281/97814555673...

This is a review of the Janet Jackson documentary that is available on Lifetime and A&E. I talk about some of the headlines surrounding the Jackson musical family and Janet’s way of not telling the story while telling the story. I also share my thoughts on the superbowl debacle and the hint of a reunion between Miss Jackson and the NFL. 

In this episode, I give five movie recommendations to provoke specific conversations to have with a loved one or spouse.

Meg Ryan has been absent from the big screen for some time. With recent news, confirmed by Netflix , that she is set to direct, A lady's Guide To Selling Out , she is back in the spotlight. Although, there is no word yet on whether she will grace us with her smart humor in front of the camera as well, we can look forward to her direction in this romcom that tackles MeToo networks and the reliable...

This is a book review of the debut novel, A Lady's Guide To Selling Out by Sally Franson. I also mention an essay collection that Franson's latest writing is in, Letters To A Stranger , edited by Colleen Kinder with a foreword by Leslie Jamison. https://bookshop.org/shop/Junkie_4_A_Story

In this episode, I speculate about the upcoming series, The Residence to be released on the Netflix platform. I also discuss the book, The Residence by Kate Anderson Brower, which is the original source for the murder mystery.    https://www.betterworldbooks.com/product/detail/The-Residence--Inside-the-Private-World-of-the-White-House-9780062305206

This is a book review.  Here is the link for more info:  https://www.amazon.com/Twisted-Tangled-History-Black-Culture/dp/0062966723/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3H9CL9UERKEE0&keywords=twisted+emma+dabiri&qid=1647046362&s=books&sprefix=twisted+emma%2Cstripbooks%2C580&sr=1-1