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Creating a life that is authentic, bold, and purposeful takes audacity. It takes disruption. That is what it means to be a Professional Troublemaker. Join New York Times bestselling author, Luvvie Ajayi Jones, as she brings perspectives, conversations and deep dives about culture, business and leadership. Her guests are world movers and change agents who have gotten where they are through their tenacity, their truth telling and commitment to making good trouble.
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This episode reviews the book Im Judging You by Luvvie Ajayi. It focuses on chapter 3, When Baehood Goes Bad.
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Ratchet and the Geek is a conversation between Social Media and Pop Culture blogger Luvvie Ajayi and Web Developer and Technologist Scott Hanselman. You can decide who is Ratchet and who is The Geek.
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Each week on "The Extraordinary Negroes", writers Jay Connor and Alex Hardy delve into humorous explorations of pop culture, current events, and relevant issues with some of your favorite media personalities. Previous guests include Luvvie Ajayi, Damon Young and Panama Jackson of VerySmartBrothas, April Reign, 2017 Grammy nominees KING, Jerrika Hinton of ABC's Grey's Anatomy, author and blogger extraordinaire Demetria Lucas O'Doyley, author Kiese Laymon, Eunique Jones Gibson of Because of Th ...
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The Stacks is your one stop shop to talk books and reading. Guests will join the host, Traci Thomas for lively discussions about books and the ways they have shaped their lives, and they way we all understand culture, race, politics, and more. The last Wednesday of each month Traci and guest will break down a book in detail as part of The Stacks Book Club. Make sure to check the website www.thestackspodcast.com for more details, including upcoming The Stacks Book Club picks.
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In a world of mixed messages, the Woman Evolve Podcast is blending faith with contemporary culture and keeping it all the way real! Host Sarah Jakes Roberts and guests will revolutionize the airwaves with down-to-earth convos that’ll edify every aspect of the woman. This show has a distinct way of defying boundaries and reaching those who are seeking to make peace with their past, maximize their present, and unequivocally evolve. We’re calling out all of our homegirls and a few good fellas t ...
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Host Sophia Bush shares inspiring selected stories from the Hello Sunshine x Together Live Tour. We’ll hear from straight-to-your-soul writers like Cheryl Strayed and Glennon Doyle, comedians like Sabrina Jalees, and world-changers Abby Wambach and Luvvie Ajayi, plus many more. Their words will make you reflect, laugh, question the status quo… and remember that we’re all in this together.
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Welcome to SUCCESS Stories with Madison Pieper, presented by SUCCESS Magazine. Madison talks to women of impact to learn the story of how they're changing the world.
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Life in Bloom explores the rich, dynamic and inspiring stories of ground-breaking and ceiling shattering African women within the Continent and across the Diaspora.
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Take Your Form w/ Sarah Jakes Roberts
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It's conference week, so this podcast episode will feature SJR bringing you a mic drop moment from last year’s event! Let's just say that God had the audacity to accelerate some things, so that women could catalyze the Kingdom. Tap into this message, then learn more about our movement at womanevolveconference.com! See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…
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Ep. 338 Jazz by Toni Morrison — The Stacks Book Club (Eve Dunbar)
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It’s The Stacks Book Club Day, and we’re discussing Jazz by Toni Morrison. Professor Eve Dunbar joins us to explore the lives of Joe and Violet Trace, as their relationship is tested by love, betrayal, and violence in 1920s Harlem. In today's discussion, we dive into the significance of the book’s title and how it informs the novel’s improvisationa…
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Unabridged: Queer Icons & Banned Books with George M. Johnson
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*Patreon- and Substack-only bonus episode teaser* In this episode of The Stacks Unabridged, we’re joined by George M. Johnson, author of Flamboyants, to explore the often-overlooked Black queer icons of the Harlem Renaissance. George discusses why they chose to write about these influential figures and how they used rumors and gossip as historical …
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God Calls the Real You w/ Hosanna Wong
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Before hitting the stage at conference next week, International Speaker, Bestselling Author, and Spoken Word Artist Hosanna Wong dropped by the podcast to chop it up with SJR. Known for speaking the language of the streets, Hosanna is proof that God uses EVERYTHING for His glory! She breaks down how we can radically transform, heal, and lead others…
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Ep. 337 We Love an Ethical Scam with Laci Mosley
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Actor and comedian Laci Mosley (iCarly, A Black Lady Sketch Show) joins The Stacks to discuss her new book, Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts, and Schemes, a hilarious and subversive essay collection inspired by her podcast of the same name. Today, we talk about the scams that shape our world and why Laci wanted to write this book. …
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The Soil of Surrender w/ Pastor Sheryl Brady
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Pastor Sheryl Brady, a mentor for women in ministry, drops by the podcast to give SJR and listeners some behind-the-scenes wisdom on spiritual development. These two go way back, so “Pastor Auntie” kept it a hunnid the whole way through! Covering everything from family life, how to handle influence, and having a generational reach, this episode wil…
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Ep. 336 Blackness Is the Ingredient with Danzy Senna
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Danzy Senna joins The Stacks to discuss her latest novel, Colored Television, a satirical take on one novelist's attempt to leave books behind and strike it rich in Hollywood. Today, Danzy explains why she uses the word "mulatto" in her work, how humor is integral to the mixed experience, and why all her characters make such bad decisions. Don't fo…
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You're Still Covered w/ Sarah Jakes Roberts
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W.E. know the wilderness loves to see a wild woman coming—‘cause Sis gon’ thrive in EVERY situation! This week on the podcast, we’re tossing the mic to a teachable moment from The Potter’s House of Dallas. As a proud member of the “make it make sense ministry”, SJR takes listeners on a journey where she reveals the many expressions of God. And whil…
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Ep. 335 This Thing Called Satisfaction with Eve Dunbar
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English professor Eve Dunbar is here to discuss her forthcoming book, Monstrous Work and Radical Satisfaction: Black Women Writing under Segregation. Eve shares how libraries played a pivotal role in her childhood relationship to reading, and how that love of reading eventually led her to focus her academic work on African-American literature. We a…
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Protect Your Spark w/ Sarah Jakes Roberts
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Curious about what happened when SJR activated Johannesburg, South Africa? Chhiiillleee, let’s just say Joburg got some “bruised heel baddies” on the frontlines! The kind that are ready to ignite what God placed on the inside of them—and REFUSE to lose their hope. Maybe you’ve got seed in the ground and are leaning towards a prophetic pulling. If s…
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Ep. 334 Master Slave Husband Wife by Ilyon Woo — The Stacks Book Club (Jay Ellis)
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It’s The Stacks Book Club Day, and we’re discussing Master Slave Husband Wife by Ilyon Woo. We’re joined by actor and author Jay Ellis to explore the story of The Crafts, a husband-and-wife duo who escaped slavery by pretending to be a white man and his slave in 1848. We discuss why we think this story fell out of the collective consciousness, how …
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Unabridged: What Makes a Book Cover Pop with Luvvie Ajayi Jones
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*Patreon- and Substack-only bonus episode teaser* Today we are joined by author Luvvie Ajayi Jones to discuss the all-important topic of book cover design and book marketing. Luvvie regularly works with aspiring new authors through her Book Academy, guiding them all the way through the publishing process. We also play a game where we predict whethe…
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Surrender Your Comfort w/ Tasha Cobbs Leonard
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Is SJR picking up on something? 'Cause this week's guest seems to be settling into her G.O.A.T. status. That' right, Sis—W.E. said what W.E. said, and the glow-up of Tasha Cobbs Leonard is clearly by God! While there ain’t no one-hit wonders over here, the two differentiate between the anointing vs. one’s humanity. Tasha shares what it means to see…
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Ep. 333 Writing a COVID Novel with Regina Porter
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Today we’re joined by author Regina Porter to discuss her new book, The Rich People Have Gone Away. She explains what made her hesitant to write a COVID novel and why she eventually changed her mind. She shares the role of humor in her work, and what made exploring the trope of missing white women exciting to her. The Stacks Book Club pick for Augu…
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Rebuild with Intention (Transforming Myself and My Company in Real Time)
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In this season finale, Luvvie reflects on the power of stillness and slowing down. After what seems to be her toughest year in business, Luvvie reveals how stepping back, finding peace, and moving with intention have transformed her life and business. She shares the profound realizations that came from pausing, prioritizing healing, and embracing s…
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Let Faith Be Your Lifeline w/ Dr. Amira Ogunleye
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ISSA "WE24 Takeover", and we're passing the mic to a boss babe who's making ALL the waves in South Florida! Guaranteed to flip your frown upside down, SJR kicks it with conference guest Dr. Amira Ogunleye as she explores what it means to be a career woman, manage motherhood, plus reclaim her faith. Learning to surrender from humble beginnings, Dr. …
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Ep. 332 For the Black Boys with LaDarrion Williams
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Today we’re joined by the multitalented LaDarrion Williams about his fantasy debut Blood at the Root, which re-imagines a magical academy as an HBCU. LaDarrion explains how being a playwright differs from being a novelist, how he has navigated criticism from readers, and why he wanted to write a Young Adult story for Black boys. The Stacks Book Clu…
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Hope Beyond Sight w/ Luvvie Ajayi Jones
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Guess what, Sis? W.E. are back with brand-new episodes and a whole lotta H O P E this month! Our girl SJR passed the mic to well-known “professional troublemaker”, Luvvie Ajayi Jones, who’s spilling tea on how a major shake-up in her business and career resulted in surrender. Things got REAL when SJR opened up about her vulnerabilities and valley m…
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Ep. 331 Imagination, Creativity, and Play with Jay Ellis
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Jay Ellis, star of HBO's Insecure, joins The Stacks to discuss his new memoir, Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend (or Just Me)?: Adventures in Boyhood. We talk about how this book came to be, where Jay’s imaginary friend came from and the purpose he served in his life. We also consider productivity versus creativity, and the books that made Jay …
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The Power to Break Generational Curses w/ Dr. Cindy Trimm
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Alright, Sis! Your exclusive access to the Power Moves Tour is coming to an end. And we're not saying W.E. saved the best Power Player for last, but W.E. got three words for you—Dr. Cindy Trimm! This O.G. has been runnin' up on devils like it's nobody's business, and today she and SJR tag teamed in Chi-Town to square up against generational curses.…
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Ep. 330 Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler — The Stacks Book Club (Emily Raboteau)
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It’s The Stacks Book Club Day, and we are discussing the classic post-apocalyptic novel Parable of the Sower, which is set now, in July 2024. We’re joined again by Lessons for Survival author Emily Raboteau. We talk about what we think of Lauren, the book’s main character, and what we make of the religious and romantic elements in the story. We als…
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Remember Your Mission (Luvvie Answers Your Business Questions)
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Earlier this season, Luvvie promised to answer your questions on life and business, and here they are! Luvvie shares her wisdom on building self-confidence, adjusting pricing structures, balancing entrepreneurship with personal relationships, and how mentorship has shaped her journey. Tune in for practical tips and actionable advice! 🙌🏼 Unlock 15% …
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The Power to Step Into Purpose w/ Nona Jones
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W.E. hope our listeners are enjoying this summer podcast series as much as W.E are! This week, we're throwing it back to that one time Power Player, Nona Jones met up with SJR in the DMV area to discuss the power it takes to step into our purpose. They say you gotta pay the cost to be the boss, but is vulnerability the price you're willing to pay? …
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Ep. 329 What Does It Mean to Be Unseen with Mateo Askaripour
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Author Mateo Askaripour is back on The Stacks to talk about his sophomore novel, This Great Hemisphere, a work of speculative fiction about an invisible woman on a mission to solve a high profile political murder. Mateo explains how he built the book’s world - set 500 years in the future - and why he doesn’t think about genre with his work. We also…
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Surrender the Wheel (Luvvie on Faith, Divine Assignments, and Transformative Journeys)
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The tables are turned as Luvvie hands over the interviewing mic to her producer, Tish. Luvvie opens up about her calling, her ongoing life audit, letting go of assignments and embracing new ones, and the transformative role that faith has played in her personal and professional life. 👀 Make sure to stay ‘til the end, because Luvvie’s cooking up som…
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