The Fake Ass Book Club

This week on the Fake Ass Book Club, the hosts are diving into some of the latest hot topics making waves. The ladies breakdown the presidential debate, Beyoncé’s CMA snub, the buzz surrounding Kendrick Lamar’s upcoming Super Bowl halftime show and much more! It’s all about real talk, laughs, and their unfiltered take on what’s happening. Tune in as they invite listeners to experience the fun with them— because if you didn't know, the book club is always about vibing and good convo!  Don't miss it! Cheers!!

*Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content. We are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only.
Dedication: To our patrons as always!! We love you! Moni: To the warmth of the summer time!
Kat: To the Harder Brunch Podcast! 

Notes:
Mudsock:https://www.wrtv.com/news/local-news/hamilton-county/fishers/the-real-battle-of-mudsock-the-history-of-fishers-you-didn-t-know-about
Beyonce snub: https://www.tennessean.com/story/opinion/columnists/2024/09/09/cma-awards-nominations-beyonce-black-women-country-music-gatekeeping/75148733007/https://www.tennessean.com/story/opinionbeyoncesnub
What Now? Trevor Noah Podcast 
https://open.spotify.com/episode/TrevorNoahPodcast The Chicks;The Chicks - Goodbye Earl (Official Video)
"The Day Beyoncé Turned Black" - SNL
Toby Keith fued with The Chicks
https://www.tennessean.com/story/entertainment/music/2024/02/06/toby-keiths-feud-with-the-chicks-and-4-things-to-know-about-storied-career/72496419007/ 

**Stranger than Fiction: 💜*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! 

In this episode, the ladies dive into bell hooks’ We Real Cool: Black Men and Masculinity, unpacking how media portrayals, systemic racism, and patriarchal norms shape Black masculinity. hooks challenges traditional notions of manhood, delving into the “cool pose,” stereotypes, and the push for a more inclusive and authentic vision of what it means to be a Black man. A heads up—there are some audio issues in the first 33 minutes, but that didn’t stop the hosts from keeping the conversation lively! As usual, the discussion naturally ebbs and flows, weaving in personal experiences and reflections that pepper the conversation with relatable insights. And, of course, no episode on Black masculinity would be complete without a Black man at the table, so the ladies were excited to welcome their guest, King K, who added his own perspective to the mix. From thought-provoking analysis to real-life anecdotes, the hosts blend the material with their own stories, creating a dynamic and engaging discussion that’s both insightful and down-to-earth. Tune in for a lively episode filled with rich commentary, laughs, and honest moments. Cheers!
*Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content. We are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only.

Dedication: To our patrons as always!! We love you! Moni: To 18 years of marraige with my bff and to men everywhere who dare to subvert patriachy in order to live and love outside the lines. Kat: To the Art Music and Chill event and the artist Jamichael Pollard who created a beautiful print I purchased. 
👉🏾link https://www.instagram.com/kyngdomartllc

About the author and book: bell hooks” https://bellhooksbooks.com/
About the Guest: King K @iamkingkao Podcast host / Producer / Engineer / Writer/Musician
Contact: [email protected]  www.soundcloud.com/thedrunkenknights 
YouTube clip of Dr. Bryant and Cam Newton: Cam Newton & Dr. Bryant

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Love it or hate it, Moni and Kat review Emily in Paris, the polarizing Netflix series. The show follows the life of Emily Cooper, a young American woman from Chicago who moves to Paris for a job opportunity. Emily, a marketing executive, is tasked with bringing an American perspective to a French marketing firm. The show explores her adventures and challenges as she navigates the cultural clashes, language barriers, and romantic entanglements in Paris. 
*Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content. We are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only.

Dedication:To our patrons, we love you!  Moni:To my hubby, we are set to celebrate our 18th wedding anniversary, I love you!  Kat:To the Butter Art Fair, Nadia Tolokonnikova and the freedom of artistic expression. Link to 👉🏾Nadia’s Ted Talk https://youtu.be/9HOPw9yM9pc?si=ZDxchv49bcicrPZ4  About Nadia Tolokpnnikova:       
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nadya_Tolokonnikova

Notes:
About the show:Emily in Paris
https://emilyinparis.fandom.com/wiki/Season
_4Season 4 :Fashion designers for Emily in Paris: Marylin Fitoussi

**Stranger than Fiction: 💜*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 F.A.B. Fam! This week the ladies review “The Resilience Myth, New Thinking on Grit, Strength, and Growth After Trauma” by Soraya Chemaly. In this thought-provoking exploration, cultural critic Soraya Chemaly challenges our most dearly held, common myths of resilience and dismantles the notions of resilience rooted in the philosophies of mind over matter, “mental toughness,” “strength,” and “positive thinking,” arguing that our modern version of “resilience” is a bill of goods sold to us by capitalism, colonialism, and ideologies that embrace supremacy over others. 

*Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content. We are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only.

Dedication: To our patrons as always!! We love you! Moni: To visionaries of the world and the bold creativity they possess to inspire change! Kat:

Notes:
About the Author: https://www.sorayachemaly.com/
About the Book: Publisher /‎ Atria/One Signal Publishers (May 21, 2024)Hardcover ‏:304 pages Audiobook: 8 hours 20 minutes 
Terrible, Thanks for asking: https://ttfa.org/episodes/the-resiliency-myth


**Stranger than Fiction: 💜*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 F.A.B. FAM!! This week Moni and Kat, along with special guest and friend of the show K.C. @dangerbrewer, dive head first into “Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief”. Going Clear is a 2015 documentary on HBO directed by Alex Gibney, based on the book by Lawrence Wright. The film explores the history, beliefs, and controversies of the Church of Scientology. It features interviews with former high-ranking members, revealing the church's alleged abuse, manipulation, and control tactics. The documentary highlights the church's aggressive legal tactics, financial exploitation, and the psychological hold it maintains over its members. Tune in as they unpack this compelling expose on Scientology. They had so much to say, you won’t want to miss this funny and wildly entertaining conversation!! Cheers!🥂

*Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content. We are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only.

Dedication: To our patrons!! Always and forever, Thank you!
Moni: To anyone leaving an abusive situation including but not limited to Scientology.
Kat: To  Ridley Scott the the creator of the Alien movies https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ridley_Scott

Notes:
About our guest: K.C. @dangerbrewer
https://www.instagram.com/dangerbrewer?igsh=Y2gzeXgxOHVtODM1
K.C. helped produce our live show at The Middle Ground Comedy Fest! Thanks K.C.!! 

About the Author: Lawrence Wright https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lawrence_Wright 
About the Director: Paul Haggis https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0353673/ 
About Going Clear : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Going_Clear_(film)
Going Clear won a Peabody:
:https://peabodyawards.com/award-profile/going-clear-scientology-and-the-prison-of-belief/
Image of Scientology "Bridge of Total Freedom" https://images.app.goo.gl/Lojcae6GJ8t2ALMY8

**Stranger than Fiction: 💜*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! In this episode, the ladies review Al Franken’s “Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them: A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right”, a satirical yet thoroughly researched critique of conservative media and politics. Published in 2003, Franken’s book challenges the misinformation and bias spread by right-wing personalities and outlets such as Fox (entertainment) News, Bill O'Reilly, and Ann Coulter. Tune in to discover why this 21-year-old book still holds significant relevance in today’s political landscape. Cheers!!

*Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content. We are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only.

Dedication: To our patrons as always!! We love you!!
Moni: To my baby momma's daughter who, as a freshman, made the varsity volleyball team! 
Kat: To Joycelyn Elders appointed Surgeon General by President Clinton in 1993. She was the first person in the state of Arkansas to become board certified in pediatric endocrinology, was the fifteenth Surgeon General of the United States, the first African American and only the second woman to head the U.S. Public Health Service and longtime advocate for public health. https://cfmedicine.nlm.nih.gov/physicians/biography_98.html

About the author: https://www.alfranken.com/about.    
About the Book:https://www.audible.com/pd/Lies-and-the-Lying-Liars-Who-Tell-Them-Audiobook/B002V0M7CG,https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23577.Lies_the_Lying_Liars_Who_Tell_Them
Micheal Jordan SNL Clip with Stewart Smalley: https://youtu.be/xNx_gU57gQ4?si=e6NupuKHpL0zb9XY
 Al Franken regrets his resignation : https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/why-former-sen-al-franken-says-he-regrets-his-resignation

**Stranger than Fiction: 💜*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 F.A.B. Fam! In this episode, the hosts dive into the thrilling world of elite sprinters as portrayed in the Netflix series "Sprint." This six-episode series takes viewers behind the scenes, exploring the intense training regimes, media scrutiny, and fierce competition that define the lives of the world's fastest humans. "Sprint" navigates the highs and lows of passion, competition, failure, and triumph, offering a captivating look at what it takes to be the best. The hosts also explore the mental strength required to thrive in such a high-pressure environment. Additionally, the ladies delve into the compelling nature of the Olympics. Is it the narrative of personal and national pride, the global aspect of diverse cultures coming together, or the universal appeal of striving for excellence that makes the Olympics so captivating? Join the conversation and gain a deeper understanding of what drives these elite athletes and why their stories resonate with millions around the world. Stay tuned until the end for an entertaining AITA question inspired by Black Business month which the ladies kicked off at MELI’s first Friday event at P30 in the Silver Foxx Media studio!  It's an episode you won't want to miss!

*Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content. We are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only.
Dedication: To our patrons as always!! We love you! Moni: To black business owners and creators doing the work!! Kat: To everyone heading back to school!! 

Notes: About Sprint : https://www.netflix.com/title/81685880
AITA Question:"AITA for not letting my husband see my bank account?" time stamp: 39:48
Imane Khelif Woman's Olympic Boxing:https://www.today.com/health/news/imane-khelif-boxer-gender-eligibility-controversy-rcna164854

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Welcome back to the Fake A$$ Book Club! Up next, Moni and Kat review "Looking for Alaska"  a coming-of-age novel by John Green. The book follows Miles "Pudge" Halter, a teenager who leaves Florida for Culver Creek Preparatory School in Alabama to escape his boring life and find the "Great Perhaps". At Culver Creek, Pudge makes new friends and falls in love with Alaska Young, a beautiful, intelligent, and troubled girl. Pudge and his friends experience the ups and downs of adolescence, including an unexpected tragedy that forces them to confront their identities and the meaning of life. The novel explores themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning, and has been praised for challenging readers' perspectives on life and death. Tune in as the ladies give their commentary on this beloved banned book selection! Cheers!
*Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language
and content. We are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only.

Dedication: To our wonderful patrons! Thank you!!
Moni: To Sonya Massy and her family and friends. You deserved better! R.I.P..https://abcnews.go.com/US/sonya-massey-woman-killed-home-police-died-homicide/story?id=112305250
Kat: To International Cooperation. To the lady at the beauty supply who gave me an encouraging word. To Celine Deon. 

About the author: https://www.johngreenbooks.com/bio
About the book: 221 pages paperback First published March 3, 2005, 7 hours audio book version
"Looking for Alaska" on HULU: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3829868/

**Stranger than Fiction: 💜*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!

In this non-traditional episode, Moni and Kat take a break from their usual reviews to dive into the popular online trend of AITA (Am I The Asshole) questions. Join the F.A.B. Podcast as they tackle a series of real-life dilemmas submitted by Reddit users, offering their candid opinions and humorous insights. Listen in as the ladies determine who is in the right and who might just be "the asshole." It's a refreshing twist that promises to keep listeners engaged and laughing from start to finish. Don't miss this episode full of lively debates, strong opionions, and plenty of fun! Cheers!

*Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content. We are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only. If you need real advice, please seek it from trained and qualified professionals.

Dedication: To our patrons as always!! We love you!
Moni: To the beautiful summer time and feelin' fine!
Kat: To comedian Bob Newhart who passed at the age of 94. https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/bob-newhart-dead-comedian-1236077300/

**Stranger than Fiction: 💜*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!

In this episode, our hosts delve into the hilarious and heartfelt comedy "Babes," co-written by Ilana Glazer and Josh Rabinowitz, and directed by Pamela Adlon. The film follows inseparable childhood best friends Eden (Ilana Glazer) and Dawn (Michelle Buteau) as they navigate the messy, unpredictable challenges of adulthood and parenthood. When carefree and single Eden decides to have a baby on her own after a one-night stand, their friendship faces its greatest challenge. Join us as we explore the complexities of female friendship, blending laughter, tears, and labor pains. Don't miss our discussion on this must-watch film that hilariously captures the bonds of friendship amidst life's chaos. Cheers!!
*Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content. We are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only.

Dedication: To our patrons as always!! We love you
Moni: To my family!! To my nephew and cousin both welcoming a new baby to thier family this fall! LOVE you!
Kat: To the "Truth Of Freedom" African Diaspora exhibit at Newfields and all the wonderful artists involved. To Moni's older brother for the amazing care package, and to family of Cory Comperatore, who was shot and killed at the Trump Rally. 
(Truth to Freedom book link: https://form.jotform.com/241512604164144)

About the movie: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Babes_(film)

**Stranger than Fiction: 💜*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!