The Stacks

By Traci ThomasSociety & Culture Arts Books

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February 06, 2019 Ep. 45 Vanessa McGrady on Adoption and Memoirs
Today on The Stacks, author and journalist Vanessa McGrady talks with us about her new book, Rock Needs River, a memoir about becoming a mother through open adoption. We also talk about micro-aggressions , dark and twisty memoirs, and some of Vanessa's favorite books about adoption.
You can find everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks' Website: https://thestackspodcast.com/2019/02/06/ep-45-adoption-with-vanessa-mcgrady
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58 min
January 30, 2019 Ep. 44 Rap Dad by Juan Vidal — The Stacks Books Club (Josh Segarra)
We are joined again today by actor, Josh Segarra (Arrow, Sirens, Orange is the New Black) to discuss Rap Dad by Juan Vidal. A sort of a coming of age story rooted in becoming a parent in the hip-hop culture, Rap Dad is part memoir and part commentary on society. We talk redefining success in relationship to parenthood, intellectualizing religion, and Rap music as teacher. There isn't a lot to spoil this week, so listen and enjoy. You can also hear Juan Vidal talk about writing Rap Dad on The Short Stacks Episode 4.
You can find everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks' Website: https://thestackspodcast.com/2019/01/30/ep-44-rap-dad-by-juan-vidal-the-stacks-books-club
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58 min
January 28, 2019 The Short Stacks 5: Anita Devlin//S.O.B.E.R.
On today's episode of The Short Stacks we're joined by Anita Devlin, who co-wrote the story of her son's addiction in a joint memoir entitled S.O.B.E.R. Anita's journey through her son's (and co-author) addiction and recovery inspired her not only to write this book, but also to become an advocate and support for others dealing with the reaches of addiction. We discuss her transformation from mother to activist and to author.
You can find everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks' Website: https://thestackspodcast.com/2019/01/28/the-short-stacks-5-anita-devlin-s-o-b-e-r
Connect with Juan: Website
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35 min
January 23, 2019 Ep. 43 Life as an Actor with Josh Segarra
Josh Segarra is an actor of both the stage (On Your Feet) and screen (Arrow, Orange is the New Black, Sirens), and today he is our guest on The Stacks. Josh talks with us about acting, how reading fits into his life as a dad, and we go off on a tangent into sports biographies. Get ready for some good book recommendations and a lot a laughs.
You can find everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks' Website: https://thestackspodcast.com/2019/01/23/ep-43-life-as-an-actor-with-josh-segarra
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1 hr
January 16, 2019 Ep. 42 Home Fire by Kamila Shamsie — The Stacks Book Club (Tawny Newsome)
Today on the podcast we're discussing Home Fire by Kamila Shamsie, and to join us for The Stacks Book Club, is actor, comedian, and podcast host, Tawny Newsome.

Home Fire is a modern retelling of Antigone set against the backdrop of fear and anti-Muslim sentiments in modern day London. Shamsie won the Women's Prize for Home Fire in 2018, and we totally understand why. We've got all the spoilers this week, so make sure to read the book first, then come back and listen.

Everything we talk about on today's episode can be found below in the show notes. The Stacks participates in affiliate programs, and shopping through the links below (mostly Amazon) helps support the show, at no cost to you.

Home Fire by Kamila ShamsieYo, is this Racist? (Earlwolf and Andrew Ti)The Women's PrizeAntigone by SophoclesOedipus Rex by SophoclesMedea and Other Plays by EuripidesThe Rachel Maddow Show (MSNBC)BD Wong Van JonesScene on Radio (Center for Documentary Studies at Duke University)White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo

Stamped from the Beginning by Ibram X. KendiWhite Chicks (Columbia Pictures)How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days (Paramount Pictures)She's All That (Miramax Films)Saul Bass (Art of the Title)Helen Yentus -- Be My CoverBen DenzerHomeland (Showtime)Orange is the New Black (Netflix)The Leftovers (HBO)Mouzam MakkarChampions (NBC)Kumail NanjianiA Series of Unfortunate Events (Netflix)Nobodies (TV Land)Usman AllyThis Is Us (NBC)Priyanka ChopraRiz AhmedBehzad Dabu (Behzad on The Stacks)Rami MalekGrey's Anatomy (ABC)Sunita ManiGlow (Netflix)Mr. Robot (USA)"If" (Janet Jackson, Youtube)Flywheel

Connect with Tawny: Tawny's Instagram | Tawny's Twitter | Tawny's Website

Connect with The Stacks: Instagram | The Stacks Website | Facebook | Twitter | Subscribe | Patreon | Goodreads | Traci's Instagram

To contribute to The Stacks, join The Stacks Pack, and get exclusive perks, check out our Patreon page. We are beyond grateful for anything you’re able to give to support the production of this show. If you prefer to do a one time contribution go to paypal.me/thestackspod.

Sponsors

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The Stacks participates in affiliate programs. We receive a small commission when products are purchased through links on this website, and this comes at no cost to you. Shopping through these links helps support the show, but does not effect opinions on books and products. For more information click here.
1 hr 10 min
January 16, 2019 Ep. 42 Home Fire by Kamila Shamsie — The Stacks Book Club (Tawny Newsome)
Today on the podcast we're discussing Home Fire by Kamila Shamsie, and to join us for The Stacks Book Club, is actor, comedian, and podcast host, Tawny Newsome. Home Fire is a modern retelling of Antigone set against the backdrop of fear and anti-Muslim sentiments in modern day London. Shamsie won the Women's Prize for Home Fire in 2018, and we totally understand why. We've got all the spoilers this week, so make sure to read the book first, then come back and listen.
You can find everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks' Website: https://thestackspodcast.com/2019/01/16/ep-42-home-fire-by-kamila-shamsie-the-stacks-book-club
Connect with Tawny: Instagram | Twitter | Website
Connect with The Stacks: Instagram | Twitter | Shop | Patreon | Goodreads | Subscribe
To support The Stacks and find out more from this week’s sponsors, click here.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1 hr 9 min
January 14, 2019 The Short Stacks 4: Juan Vidal//Rap Dad
On January 30th, we're discussing Rap Dad by Juan Vidal as part of The Stacks Book Club, and to get you ready for that chat, I talked with Juan about his process in writing Rap Dad, how he finds time to write with four children, and about his favorite rappers. And with all The Short Stacks, there are no spoilers today, enjoy.

Everything we talk about on today's episode can be found below in the show notes. The Stacks participates in affiliate programs, and shopping through the links below (mostly Amazon) helps support the show, at no cost to you.

Rap Dad by Juan VidalMogwaiThe Album LeafJames Baldwin

Travels with Charley in Search of America by John SteinbeckJean-Luc GodardBooks and BooksPhonteNasJay-ZFat JoeQueen LatifahBlack ThoughtThe RootsJim JonesThe DiplomatsLacraeJosh SegarraSamuel L. JacksonJohn Leguizamo

Connect with Juan: Juan's Instagram | Juan's Twitter

Connect with The Stacks: Instagram | The Stacks Website | Facebook | Twitter | Subscribe | Patreon | Goodreads | Traci's Instagram

To contribute to The Stacks, join The Stacks Pack, and get exclusive perks, check out our Patreon page. We are beyond grateful for anything you’re able to give to support the production of this show. If you prefer to do a one time contribution go to paypal.me/thestackspod.

Sponsors

Audible- to get your FREE audiobook download and FREE 30 day trial go to audibletrial.com/thestacks.

My Mentor Book Club - for 50% off your first month of new nonfiction from My Mentor Book Club go to mymentorbookclub.com/thestacks

The Stacks received Rap Dad from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. For more information click here.

The Stacks participates in affiliate programs. We receive a small commission when products are purchased through links on this website, and this comes at no cost to you. Shopping through these links helps support the show, but does not effect opinions on books and products. For more information click here.
39 min
January 14, 2019 The Short Stacks 4: Juan Vidal//Rap Dad
On January 30th, we're discussing Rap Dad by Juan Vidal as part of The Stacks Book Club, and to get you ready for that chat, I talked with Juan about his process in writing Rap Dad, how he finds time to write with four children, and about his favorite rappers. And with all The Short Stacks, there are no spoilers today, enjoy.
You can find everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks' Website: https://thestackspodcast.com/2019/01/14/the-short-stacks-4-juan-vidal-rap-dad
Connect with Juan: Instagram | Twitter
Connect with The Stacks: Instagram | Twitter | Shop | Patreon | Goodreads | Subscribe
To support The Stacks and find out more from this week’s sponsors, click here.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
37 min
January 09, 2019 Ep. 41 Comedy, Race, Travel and Books with Tawny Newsome
We are joined by Tawny Newsome, a modern day renaissance woman. Tawny is known for her work as an actress, comedian, and podcaster. She is the co-host of the Yo, is this Racist? podcast, and The Super Group podcast. Tawny talks with us about racism through her lens as a comedian, reading all the travel memoirs (even the bad ones), and what Leonardo Dicaprio movie is also one of her most beloved books. Plus all the book lady comedian memoir recommendations you can handle, so get your TBRs ready.

Everything we talk about on today's episode can be found below in the show notes. The Stacks participates in affiliate programs, and shopping through the links below (mostly Amazon) helps support the show, at no cost to you.

Books

Romeo and Juliet by William ShakespeareThe Taming of the Shrew by William ShakespeareTitus Andronicus by William ShakespeareTwo Noble Kinsmen by William ShakespeareVagabonding by Rolf PottsAnother Country by James BaldwinGiovanni's Room by James BaldwinA Dirty Job by Christopher MooreOn Beauty by Zadie SmithThe Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie KondoBad with Money by Gaby Dunn

Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth GilbertBetween the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi CoatesJames BaldwinErnest HemmingwayYou'll Grow Out of It by Jessi KleinHome Fire by Kamila ShamsieShrill by Lindy WestIs Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? by Mindy KalingYes Please by Amy PoehlerBossypants by Tina FeyHunger by Roxane GayIn a Sunburned Country by Bill BrysonRick StevesChelsea HandlerAin't I a Woman by bell hooksThe Beach by Alex GarlandReferences to Salvador Dalí Make Me Hot by José Riverabell hooksThe Elements of Style by William Strunk Jr.How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale CarnegieThe 4-Hour Work Week by Timothy FerrissThe Happiness Advantage by Shawn AchorThe Happiness Project by Gretchen RubinThe Art of Travel byJoyful by Ingrid Fetell LeeThirst by Scott Harrison

Everything Else

Yo, is this Racist? (Earwolf and Andrew Ti)The Super Group (Stitcher)The Second CityYo, is this Racist Blog"986 My Great Grandfather Fought Nazis (w/ DeRay Mckesson)" (Earwolf and Andrew Ti)"975 Is Wearing New Balance Racist? (w/ Jon Lovett)" (Earwolf and Andrew Ti)Crooked MediaKara BrownKeep It (Crooked Media)Ira Madison IIILouis Virtel (Twitter)"989 Being Black In America (w/ Nicole Byer)" (Earwolf and Andrew Ti)The Goonies (Warner Bros.)23 and Me"'Yo, Is This Racist?' Podcast Challenges Racism Through Comedy" (Morning Shift, WEBZ Chicago)"Ep. 6 Giovanni's Room by James Badlwin -- The Stacks Book Club" (The Stacks)Flywheel SportsTidying Up with Marie Kondo (Netflix)"Ep. 20 Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates -- The Stacks Book Club" (The Stacks)The Extraordinary Negroes (Jay Conor and Alex Hardy)Traci's Favorite Ten Books of 2018The Office (NBC) Shrill (Hulu)Aidy BryantQueer Eye (Netflix)

Connect with Tawny: Tawny's Instagram | Tawny's Twitter | Tawny's Website

Connect with The Stacks: Instagram | The Stacks Website | Facebook | Twitter | Subscribe | Patreon | Goodreads | Traci's Instagram

To contribute to The Stacks, join The Stacks Pack, and get exclusive perks, check out our Patreon page. We are beyond grateful for anything you’re able to give to support the production of this show. If you prefer to do a one time contribution go to paypal.me/thestackspod.

Sponsors

Audible- to get your FREE audiobook download and FREE 30 day trial go to audibletrial.com/thestacks.

My Mentor Book Club - for 50% off your first month of new nonfiction from My Mentor Book Club go to mymentorbookclub.com/thestacks

1 hr 10 min
January 09, 2019 Ep. 41 Comedy, Race, Travel and Books with Tawny Newsome
We are joined by Tawny Newsome, a modern day renaissance woman. Tawny is known for her work as an actress, comedian, and podcaster. She is the co-host of the Yo, is this Racist? podcast, and The Super Group podcast. Tawny talks with us about racism through her lens as a comedian, reading all the travel memoirs (even the bad ones), and what Leonardo Dicaprio movie is also one of her most beloved books. Plus all the book lady comedian memoir recommendations you can handle, so get your TBRs ready.
You can find everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks' Website: https://thestackspodcast.com/2019/01/09/ep-41-at-the-intersection-of-comedy-and-racism-with-tawny-newsome
Connect with Tawny: Instagram | Twitter | Website
Connect with The Stacks: Instagram | Twitter | Shop | Patreon | Goodreads | Subscribe
To support The Stacks and find out more from this week’s sponsors, click here.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1 hr 9 min

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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…