In this episode, meet the current mayor of Montgomery, Alabama, Steven L. Reed and Sonic Youth founder Thurston Moore. Tune in to hear their stories of resilience, hardship, and triumph, and how it inspired their books.

First, Best by Steven L. Reed

https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/696851/first-best-by-steven-l-reed-with-fagan-harris/9780593674918

Sonic Life by Thurston Moore

https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/706260/sonic-life-by-thurston-moore/9780593748947