Brown People Reading

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  Who Gets To Be The Hero In History - Cleopatra by Saara El-Arifi 04.06.2026 50min

  Cleopatra has been turned into a symbol, a scandal, a punchline, and a warning story for centuries, so we wanted a version that finally lets her feel human. We talk about Cleopatra by Sarah L. Arifi and why it hits so hard when an Egyptian woman in the 2000s reimagines Cleopatra’s inner life, her voice, and her motives. Ya'll, the set up was nice, but part II is where it gets JUICY! We need to know: are you Team Caesar or Team Antonius? The perspective shift where we move through the st...
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  If You Could Forget The Hurt Would You Still Be You 01.05.2026 1h 16min

  Motivation crashes, and the self-care keeping us sane — bikes, fresh air, and restorative yoga from the couch. This month Nadia brings Marigold Mind Laundry by Jungeun Yun, a Korean novel asking whether you'd erase a painful memory and what you'd lose with it. Asher brings The Slightest Green by Sahar Mustafah — a raw Palestinian-American story about land, family, and survival. We're talking belonging, joy, and protecting your peace. Subscribe, share, and tell us — what would you never wash a...
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  You Can Need People And Still Be Whole - The Balancing Act by Nedra Tawwab 31.03.2026 1h 2min

  Hey Yall! Mercury was skating backwards again but we got it together! “Respect my boundaries” can be a healthy sentence or a warning sign that we’re building a wall and calling it growth. We dig into The Balancing Act by Nedra Glover Tawwab and unpack what she’s really pointing to: healthy dependency, real connection, and the kind of boundaries that protect you without isolating you. Along the way, we share what’s been going on in our own lives, from rebuilding routines to the very real anxie...
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  What If Transformation Is Just Perspective? - Soyangri Book Kitchen by Kim Jee Hye 10.02.2026 54min

  Hey Y'all! This Episode we dive deep into a Korean bestseller where a mountainside bookstore quietly reshapes how people see their lives. Between healing scenes and hard truths, we share moments that changed us, from Guyana to Greece, and why small pivots last. • settling into new routines and letting go of urgency • what transformation means when it’s not dramatic • why the bookstore’s quiet hospitality works • seven linked stories that re-order priorities • quotes that challenge perfection...
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  Unlearning Hustle, Regulating Nerves, And Choosing Who You Become - Think Like A Monk by Jay Shetty 18.01.2026 57min

  We reflect on a year of unlearning stress, finding a steadier pace, and returning to the book that sparked our show. Reframing failure as feedback, feeding the right wolf, and practicing real gratitude reshape how we work, rest, and respond. • letting go of rigid timelines and listening to the body • reframing failure into feedback for bolder action • regulating the nervous system after hustle culture • choosing responses over reactions with the two wolves • gratitude as practice, not buzzwo...
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  What If The Race You Trained For Was Rigged From The Start - You Sound Like A White Girl by Julissa Arce 08.12.2025 59min

  Hey Yall! This month we sit with new beginnings and name the cost of fitting in, using Julissa Arce’s book to examine assimilation, representation, and cultural pride. Joy rises next to hard truths as we claim our names, challenge proximity to whiteness, and pick a read to start the new year strong. • New jobs, creative projects, intentionality • Emotional complexity and celebrating joy • You Sound Like a White Girl overview and tone • Who the book is for and why that matters • Proximi...
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  What Would Life Look Like If Work Felt Fun - "Feel good Productivity" by Ali Abdaal 06.11.2025 1h 19min

  Celebrations are in order and to say we are feeling good is an understatement! This month we talk about lifting invisible weights, and use Feel Good Productivity to rethink how we work, rest, and connect. Practical tools, honest reframes, and lots of laughter help us trade burnout for momentum that feels good to keep If you’re craving productivity that feels human, hopeful, and doable, this one’s for you. Listen, use the tools, and tell us the one experiment you’re trying this week. Subscrib...
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  I Should Be Smarter By Now - Issa Rae 02.10.2025 1h 3min

  This month we read and listened to the collection of stories by Issa Rae. We are both inspired by Issa's creativity and sense of community as she continues to build a beautiful ecosystem of creatives. Join us as we talk about what resonated with us and what it brought up. Author - @issarae Music by - Asher Ahmahd Edited by - Donnie Moore @dddonniemooreee Reach out brownpeoplereading@gmail.com Follow us Instagram - @brownpeoplereading
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  I Am Not Jessica Chen - Ann Liang 05.09.2025 1h 8min

  Hey y’all! We got in our YA bag this month with I Am Not Jessica Chen by Ann Liang—and wow, it gave us everything we were looking for. Fun? Check. A little depth to dive into? Double check. This convo took us straight into the theme of pressures—family, identity, and all the weight that comes with figuring out who you really are. Come hang out with us as we unpack what this beautifully written book stirred up! Author - @annliangwrites Music by - Asher Ahmahd Edited by - Donnie Moore&nbs...
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  Coolie Woman: The Odyssey of Indenture - Gaiutra Bahadur 01.08.2025 47min

  This read was heavy, full stop. While it may have been hard to read the information is important to know. Trigger warning: Indo-Caribbeans the stories of abuse and SA are intense. These are stories that are important to know and we definitely take the time to digest them here. Author - Gaiutra Bahadur Music by - Asher Ahmahd Edited by - Donnie Moore @dddonniemooreee Reach out brownpeoplereading@gmail.com Follow us Instagram - @brownpeoplereading
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  The 5 Types of Wealth: A Transformative Guide to Design Your Dream Life - Sahil Bloom 01.07.2025 1h 37min

  This book came at the right time in our journey both together and individually. Sahil's book gave us room to reflect and re-evaluate, and we are here for the growth! Check out this episode to see what types of wealth we are cultivating this season and let us know what type of wealth you are currently nurturing! Author - Sahil Bloom @sahilbloom Music by - Asher Ahmahd Edited by - Donnie Moore @dddonniemooreee Reach out brownpeoplereading@gmail.com Follow us Instagram - @brownpeop...
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  The Somatic Therapy Bible - Sadie L. Miles 10.06.2025 43min

  Y'all sometimes it takes a second to get it together, haha! We went a little rogue this month and we hope you take a moment to enjoy the ride! Music by - Asher Ahmahd Edited by - Donnie Moore @dddonniemooreee Reach out brownpeoplereading@gmail.com Follow us Instagram - @brownpeoplereading
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  You Were Born For This: Astrology for Radical Self-Acceptance - Chani Nicholas 15.05.2025 1h 47min

  This month, we’re talking all things astrology! And no—it’s not just about your Big 3. We get into the real stuff: the subtle layers of our birth charts, what we’ve been noticing in our lives, what’s showing up now, and where we feel like we’re headed. It’s a laid-back, honest convo about self-discovery, growth, and how astrology helps us make sense of it all. Music by - Asher Ahmahd Edited by - Donnie Moore @dddonniemooreee Reach out brownpeoplereading@gmail.com Follow us Inst...
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  Let's Talk Astrology - BPR's Spill the Chai 15.04.2025 1h 13min

  Now listen y'all, we don't know a lot about astrology but we're learning! From our big three, to how people use astrology in their everyday lives, on over to letting Social Media tell us our truth LOL! Join for the chat and stay for the vibes Music by - Asher Ahmahd Edited by - Donnie Moore @dddonniemooreee Reach out brownpeoplereading@gmail.com Follow us Instagram - @brownpeoplereading
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  Master of Me - Keke Palmer 06.04.2025 1h 23min

  We love a good discussion question! This month we dive into Keke Palmer's latest book and what it brought up for us! Keke is always encouraging us to be whoever we are and this book was no different. You can only do your best in each moment, and as long as you're being true to who you are and who you want to be then you're making the right move for you. What happens when interpersonal relationships make that complicated? Well, you talk about it and maybe discover some things about yourself. J...
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  One of them Days - BPR's Spill the Chai 17.03.2025 51min

  DONT TAKE IT PERSONAL! This week we dive a little deeper into Keke Palmer and chat about "One of Them Days". Keke, SZA, Issa and company... we stan! Tune in to hear how the movie resonated with us and what else it brought up :) Music by - Asher Ahmahd Edited by - Donnie Moore @dddonniemooreee Reach out brownpeoplereading@gmail.com Follow us Instagram - @brownpeoplereading
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  The Nap Ministry's Rest Deck 01.03.2025 42min

  Hey y’all! We hope you had some chai after our last episode—let us know what you thought! This week, we’re diving into our favorite cards from The Rest Deck, sharing how they made us feel and what they brought up for us. We also explore creative ways to incorporate these cards into daily life, turning rest into a ritual. Grab your deck (or just get cozy) and join the conversation! Author - @thenapministry Music by - Asher Ahmahd Edited by - Donnie Moore @dddonniemooreee Reach out brown...
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  BPR's Spill the Chai: First Episode! 18.02.2025 27min

  We're here with our first mid-month eppy (aka episode)! This year we want to be in your ears more and will be putting out TWO episodes a month. We hope you enjoy! This month, we're talking about rest and the Nap Ministry ahead of our larger discussion on the Rest Deck at the end of the month. We get into what else the Nap Ministry does, their mission, and more! Check it out and let us know what you think in the comments or on Instagram @brownpeoplereading
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  The Perfumist of Paris: Alka Joshi + 2024 Recap 01.02.2025 59min

  Hey yall, new year, new growth! We wanted to round out our conversation of the Jaipur trilogy and leave some time for a quick rundown of the books we read in 2024. It's been healing to watch our growth while we've been on this journey. Here's to another year of cultivating strength, balance, and connection! Author - @thealkajoshi Music by - Asher Ahmahd Edited by - Donnie Moore @dddonniemooreee Reach out brownpeoplereading@gmail.com Follow us Instagram - @brownpeoplereading
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  Consider This: Reflections for Finding Peace - Nedra Glover Tawwab 09.12.2024 46min

  The way we needed these words this month...Phew Chile! Make sure y'all are taking your Vitamin D <3 Author - @nedratawwab Music by - Asher Ahmahd Edited by - Donnie Moore @dddonniemooreee Reach out brownpeoplereading@gmail.com Follow us Instagram - @brownpeoplereading