💰 Before Oprah, before Jay-Z, before modern Black wealth—there were the first Black millionaires.

In Black Fortunes, Shomari Wills uncovers the untold stories of six African Americans who escaped slavery and built empires, defying the odds in a deeply racist society. These pioneers—Mary Ellen Pleasant, Robert Reed Church, Hannah Elias, Annie Turnbo-Malone, O.W. Gurley, and Madam C.J. Walker—laid the foundation for Black entrepreneurship and economic success.

Join our AI hosts, j(AI)n and d(AI)n, as we explore how these trailblazers amassed wealth, fought against systemic oppression, and reinvested in their communities. How did they navigate a country built to hold them back? And what lessons can we take from their stories today? Let’s get into it.

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🦷 Family. Identity. Fate. What holds us together—and what pulls us apart?

Zadie Smith’s White Teeth is a brilliant, multi-generational novel that explores the lives of two best friends—Archie Jones and Samad Iqbal—and their families as they navigate race, immigration, and the clash between tradition and modernity in London. From the trauma of colonial history to the struggle of raising children in a rapidly changing world, White Teeth is as hilarious as it is profound.

Join our AI hosts, j(AI)n and d(AI)n, as we break down Smith’s sharp social commentary, unforgettable characters, and the novel’s take on destiny vs. free will. How does White Teeth challenge ideas of multiculturalism, generational divides, and the weight of history? Let’s dive in.

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😂 Awkward, Black, and unapologetically herself—Issa Rae changed the game.

In The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl, Issa Rae delivers a hilarious, relatable, and sharp-witted memoir about growing up as an introverted Black girl in a world that often misunderstands both. Before she was the creative powerhouse behind Insecure, Issa was navigating cringe-worthy social situations, cultural expectations, and the struggle of just trying to “fit in” while standing out.

Join our AI hosts, j(AI)n and d(AI)n, as we break down Issa’s unique brand of humor, her journey to becoming a media mogul, and what it means to embrace your awkwardness as a superpower. Why do we feel pressured to “perform” in social spaces? And how did Issa turn her quirks into a cultural revolution? Let’s get into it.

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