Welcome back! This week Moni and Kat record live from the Art Effect Event hosted by @boxxtheartist and @djmaryjanedetroit, at the historic Stutz building. They interviewed a variety of artists and creators to find out what inspires them and keeps them creating. Tune in for a very fun episode!!

Dedication: To oour wonderful patrons as always and to @boxxtheartist and @djmaryjanedetroit
Moni: To my mom and mother in law and everyone celebrating a bday near the holiday
Kat: To Mike Epps and his wife, I enjoy their show " Flipping the Block, and appreciate all the love he shows Indy.

Guests interviewed on the show:
Chris Smith: Owner of 1000 Words Gallery Inc. https://1000wordsindy.com/
Niya C.: Art lover and youtuber https://www.instagram.com/hillsofflowers/
Ivan @ivanthegem Artist- Cellist, Vocalist, Pianist
Domo:@ _bydomo Digital and graphic artist
Chris Aaragon:@_chrisaragon_Artist
Plum Virtu aka Cocoa Erotica“ Podcaster and erotic artist @plum_virtu_prod
Find the video on youtube: https://youtu.be/nKtR7d-PKr0?si=ZQKrdD5xElmXLkj2


**Stranger than Fiction: **None this week💜*Email us at [email protected] with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking
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From the founder and creator of The Nap Ministry, Rest Is Resistance by Tricia Hersey "is a battle cry, a guidebook, a map for a movement, and a field guide for the weary and hopeful. This book is rooted in spiritual energy and centered in Black liberation, womanism, somatics, and Afrofuturism. With captivating storytelling and practical advice, all delivered in Hersey’s lyrical voice and informed by her deep experience in theology, activism, and performance art, Rest Is Resistance is a call to action and manifesto for those who are sleep deprived, searching for justice, and longing to be liberated from the oppressive grip of Grind Culture." https://thenapministry.com/
Join Moni and Kat this week as they unpack what it means to find rest in the midst of living life or if it's even possible. Tune in for and insightful and funny episode that reminds listeners that "your body belongs to you". Cheers!

Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content. We are not professionals and are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only.

Dedication: To our patrons and listeners, THANK YOU!! Special thanks to Tasha Mac @transparentlytasha for inspiring us to read the book.
Moni: To my ansesctors for all the labor and sacrifice.
Kat: To Beyonce for sharing her art and her incredible work ethic.

About the Book: Published Oct 11, 2022 Page Count 224 pages Publisher Little Brown Spark
Audio book listen time: 5 hours

About the author: Tricia Hersey https://thenapministry.com/


**Stranger than Fiction: **None this week💜*Email us at [email protected] with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!!
Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking
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This week on the F.A.B. podcast our hosts are delving into the theme "Life Inspires Art," exploring the ways in which everyday life shapes the creations of artists, transforming the ordinary into extraordinary masterpieces. Moni and Kat are thrilled to welcome special guests—a renowned visual artist @boxxtheartist, and self described " the people's DJ", @djmaryjanedetroit. Both are known for their unique perspectives that transcend boundaries and resonate with the universal language of human experience in the form of music and art.

In this episode, the focus extends beyond the artwork and music itself to the compelling narratives behind each brushstroke, and every melody. The ladies discuss the guest’s inspiration behind their upcoming event “Art Effect” which brings together various artists and entrepreneurs (including our lovely hosts) for a night of art, music, and good vibes! Buckle up for a compelling and funny episode that is sure to make you laugh and may even leave you feeling a little inspired! Cheers!!*

Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content. We are not professionals and are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only.

Dedication: To our patrons and listeners, THANK YOU!!

About our Guests:
Boxx the Artist @boxxtheartist https://www.boxxtheartist.com/
DJ Mary Jane @djmaryjanedetroit https://www.maryjaneent.com/about-9
Art Effect Event December 10,2023, 6pm-10pm at the Stutz Building in Makers Alley
link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/art-effect-tickets-753000714407?aff=oddtdtcreator

**Stranger than Fiction: **None this week💜*Email us at [email protected] with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content and weigh in on upcoming topics. Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!

Welcome back! This week the ladies are embarking on an inspiring journey as they sit down with captivating women and entrepreneurs. Each guest shares their unstoppable journey, revealing the superpowers that drive them and the legacies they're building. The conversation delves into what makes these remarkable individuals feel unstoppable and how they continue to push forward, staying inspired even in the face of challenges. From discussing the significance of dressing the part and building a supportive village, to the power of intentionality and the necessity of resting to recharge, they have it covered! Brace yourselves for an episode filled with great advice, coupled with infectious laughter that promises to leave you entertained. Cheers!

*Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content. We are not professionals and are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only.

Dedication: To our patrons and listeners, THANK YOU!! Moni: To Byron aka Brotha2thaknight for helping us out and to the lovely ladies of @createconnectcollab @starlakaymathis @latevawoolfork for inviting us to take part in the women's retreat. Kat: To the podcast and media community in Indy for being so inviting and supportive.

Shout outs:@createconnectcollab, @starlakaymathis, @latevawoolfork ,@mymavenspace

Guests:
@thepolishedlady, @djmaryjanedetroit,@hbhprofessional,hellobeautifulhair_ @theraebellamy, @transparentlytasha

**Stranger than Fiction: **None this week💜*Email us at [email protected] with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content and weigh in on upcoming topics. Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!

Welcome back!! This week the ladies are joined by the lovely Ebony Chappel as they reviewed
"Jay Gatsby A Black Man in Whiteface" by author Janet Savage, Esq.
In this thought-provoking episode, the ladies reimagine F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic, "The Great Gatsby," through the lens of a white passing black man. They also explore the enduring relevance of its themes in our modern world. Join the ladies as they unravel the intricacies of Jay Gatsby's journey, examining how the pursuit of the American Dream and the desire for reinvention continue to resonate universally. Drawing inspiration from Janet Savage's intriguing thesis, which posits Gatsby as white-passing, they delve into the idea of leaving behind one's roots in pursuit of an elusive dream. Tune in to join the discourse on whether leaving one's past behind in search of the unattainable is an inherently futile endeavor, and if those same forces are still at play today.

*Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content.

Dedication: To our wonderful patrons!!! Cheers!! Shout out to KeKe Palmer for reviewing this on her podcast and putting the book on our radar.
Moni: To build a legacy to leave behind as our greatest work of art.
Kat: To all the white passing folks who exerted their privilege to liberate others.
Ebony: To all the troublesome women making it hard for those trying to keep the BS going. They are the backbone of our society.

About our guest: Ebony Chappel https://linktr.ee/ebonythewriter
About the book: "WHAT IF JAY GATSBY IS A BLACK MAN PASSING AS A WHITE ONE? "Jay GATSBY, Black Man in Whiteface" expounds upon the thesis that Jay Gatsby, the much beloved hero of "The Great Gatsby", is a man of mixed black and white parentage who pretends and appears to be a white man. Through a close examination of the text, a review of F. Scott Fitzgerald's life and letters, the book explains how America’s troubled conscience about race laces through the novel."
-Good Reads https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/35361132

About the Author: Janet Savage was born in Chicago and is a graduate of Stanford University and Harvard Law School. She resides in Los Angeles with her husband where she practices entertainment law and owns a college counseling company. She has written articles for Dollars and Sense Magazine and Harvard Law School Magazine and has published flash fiction. This is her first book of literary criticism.

Notes:
Newfields President/CEO resigns (Indianapolis, IN)
https://fox59.com/news/newfields-president-and-ceo-announces-resignation

**Stranger than Fiction: **None this week💜*Email us at [email protected] with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking
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Welcome to the FAB podcast, This week the ladies are twirling into the timeless elegance and profound impact of "Chiffon Trenches", a captivating memoir penned by the iconic Andre Leon Tally. Renowned for his unparalleled influence in the fashion industry, Tally's memoir unveils not only the layers of his personal journey but also the evolution of the fashion landscape.
Join our hosts as they explore the pages of Chiffon Trenches and unravel the compelling narrative behind one of the most influential figures in the world of haute couture. Tune in as Moni and Kat talk passion and fashion. Cheers!
Please be advised: This episode is intended for adult audiences. Contains adult language and content.

Dedication: To the wonderful patrons!!
Moni: To my mom for her creative talents and style.
Kat: To all the health care workers doing the hard and sometimes thankless work.

Show Notes:
About the Book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/609773/the-chiffon-trenches-by-andre-leon-talley
About the Author: https://www.britannica.com/biography/Andre-Leon-Talley


Guardian article about the life and death of Talley:
https://www.theguardian.com/fashion/2023/feb/01/the-secret-life-of-andre-leon-talley-what-an-auction-reveals-about-the-late-fashion-legend

Naomi Campbell LV Cover (Kat's fave):
https://www.dazeddigital.com/fashion/gallery/23730/0/louis-vuitton-art-collaborations

ALT's Naomi Campbell Vanity Fair spread:
https://archive.vanityfair.com/article/1996/5/scarlett-n-the-hood


**Stranger than Fiction: **None this week💜*Email us at [email protected] with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content and weigh in on upcoming topics. Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!

Welcome back, This week the ladies dive into a memoir by Kerry Washington, "Thicker than Water". Washington gives readers an intimate view into both her public and private worlds—as a mother, daughter, wife, artist, advocate, and trailblazer. Chronicling her upbringing and life’s journey thus far, she reveals how she faced a series of challenges and setbacks, hid childhood traumas, met extraordinary mentors, managed to grow her career, and crossed the threshold into stardom and political advocacy, ultimately discovering her truest self and, with it, a deeper sense of belonging. SPOILER ALERT the hosts talk about the book in depth so be prepared!! Tune in to hear their thoughts on Kerry Washington's life and career as one of the most influential women in Hollywood.

Dedication: To our lovely patrons thank you! Moni: To my husband for being the best dad ever. He's so involved and always goes the extra mile to help the kids with really whatever they need and it helps me love him even though he snores. Kat: To all the great Halloween co-play and her daughter and her all-star soccer team.

About the book: 320 pages, Hardcover First published September 26, 2023 by Little, Brown Spark
About the author: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kerry_Washington
https://www.npr.org/2023/09/25/1201488524/kerry-washington-thicker-than-water-memoir

**Stranger than Fiction: **None this week💜*Email us at [email protected] with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content and weigh in on upcoming topics. Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!

It's a Fake A$$ episode!! This week the hosts take a moment to catch up and chit chat. They discuss whether or not they should read the highly publicized memoir by Jada and if the massive wave of negativity and hate toward her is steeped in misogyny…or if she’s actually that annoying. Tune in to hear what they have to say and so much more.

*Please be advised that this content is intended for adult audiences.

Dedication: To our patrons, you are the best. To all the lsiterners and 1000 Words studio for the lovely recording space. Moni: To my 88 year old Gigi, so grateful for her. Kat: To our long time friend Jodi Hicks on her role in the Color Purple and part as the iconic Squeak.

**Stranger than Fiction: **None this week💜*Email us at [email protected] with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content and weigh in on upcoming topics. Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!


**Stranger than Fiction: **None this week💜*Email us at [email protected] with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content and weigh in on upcoming topics. Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!

Join Moni and Kat this week as they review "Black Barbie" a documentary. "Through insider interviews and charismatic retellings of what went down at Mattel in the days leading up to Black Barbie's debut, the documentary examines the importance of true representation — and how dolls aren't just dolls, but childhood symbols that can be crucial to identity formation and imagination."-Netflix.


Please be advised: This episode is intended for adult audiences. Contains adult language and content.
Dedication: To our patrons and listeners, THANK YOU!! Moni: To my cousin Jacinda and her husband Derrick on their beautiful baby boy. To Maven Space, Indy Business Pass and CCC, thanks for their wonderful resources.
Kat: To Kat's wonderful son DeAndre for being the sunshine of her life. Happy Birthday!

**Stranger than Fiction: A 17-year-old Louisiana high school student was stripped of her scholarship after a video of her dancing at a party was shared on social media. Kaylee Timonet, a senior at Walker High School, was filmed at a private event in Livingston Parish Country. The clip showed her dancing behind a friend who was twerking. https://nypost.com/2023/10/06/honor-student-loses-scholarship-after-twerking-video-surfaces/

💜*Email us at [email protected] with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content and weigh in on upcoming topics. Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!

Welcome back to the club. In this episode, the ladies delve into the captivating plot of Henry Sugar, a wealthy and self-centered man whose life takes an unexpected turn when he stumbles upon a manuscript that reveals the secrets of a yogi with an extraordinary ability - seeing without using his eyes. Henry's quest to acquire this incredible power leads him to India, where he undergoes intense training, including meditation and eye exercises, in pursuit of enlightenment. The conversation meanders from the film's intriguing plot to other subjects, including delightful detours into their most embarrassing childhood school pictures. Join Moni and Kat for a thought-provoking and enchanting discussion of "The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar," a timeless classic that continues to inspire readers of all ages. Cheers!

Warning: This episode is intended for adult audiences. Contains adult language and content.

Dedication: To our patrons and listeners, THANK YOU!! Moni: To Chris of 1000 Words Gallery for the recording space (and the clean restrooms) and to my cousin Cory for being a new home owner, congrats! Kat: To the just-out Apple TV+ docuseries “The Super Models” highlighting not only their obvious beauty but the inspirtion and power women harness when they work together. To our real ass book club babes and the Harder Brunch crew!

About the movie/book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wonderful_Story_of_Henry_Sugar_(film)
About the AuthorThe Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, is a 2023 American fantasy short film[2] written, co-produced, and directed by Wes Anderson, based on the 1977 short story "The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar" by Roald Dahl
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Roald-Dahl

**Stranger than Fiction: **None this week💜*Email us at [email protected] with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content and weigh in on upcoming topics. Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!