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This week, join hosts Amanda and Ziporah as we talk about the significant and impressive impact that Booktok has had on the publishing industry, and also discuss one of its darlings...Colleen Hoover! We read 'It Ends With Us', and hilarity ensues, but so does an enlightening conversation about 'bad' love, self-love, and the nature of forgiveness. Contact us at [email protected] and follow us on Instagram at: Stacked - https://www.instagram.com/thestackedpod/ Amanda - https://www.instagram.com/amandaafuaa/ Ziporah - https://www.instagram.com/blackandbound/ Credits: AiAi Studios -…
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Stacked · Arts & Books · English
Stacked is the book podcast for readers who want more from their shelves. We explore the stories and voices that often go unnoticed in traditional literary spaces; the books that shape culture, challenge our assumptions, and help us make sense of the world around us. If you're passionate about dis
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S3 · E1 · 22 Feb 2024 · 56 min
James Baldwin: Love, Guilt & Desire
In the first episode of the season, join us as we dig into the life and novels of THE James Baldwin: author, activist, playwright, and icon (and apparently ex-pastor). As a champion and friend of so many of our faves (Maya Angelou, Toni Morrison, Miles Davis, etc.) we were SO excited to discuss him and he does not disappoint! Although Ziporah does have some questions about his female characters... Books: Giovanni's Room, Go Tell It On The Mountain and Tell Me How Long The Train's Been Gone Produced by AiAi Studios www.aiaistudios.com https://www.instagram.com/aiai.studios/ You can find us on…
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S3 · 21 Feb 2024 · 1 min
Season 3 Trailer!
Amanda and Ziporah are back! Join us for season three of Stacked, where we dive into the lives of literary giants like James Baldwin, Joan Didion, and Zadie Smith. This season isn't just about their writing, but the unique experiences that fuelled their words. Think insightful chats, thought-provoking discussions, and a deeper dive into how literature shapes who we are....as well as a bit of fun along the way! You can find Stacked wherever you listen to your podcasts, and don't forget to subscribe so you're notified when the new season drops! Contact at us [email protected] Stacked -…
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21 Dec 2023 · 41 min
Bonus Episode: 2023 Reading Wrap-up
Hi friends! Did you miss us? Join hosts Amanda & Ziporah for a special end-of-year reading wrap up as we look back on 2023...and what a year it's been. We dive into our Top 3 books of the year, as well as the reading habits we've picked up (and might have to leave in 2023). Tune in for honest conversation on the current state of the world and how it's affected our reading, the authors we've added to our shelves for 2024, and a not-to-be-missed sermon from Amanda on the importance of delayed gratification. Stick around till the end for updates on Season 3, and in the meantime, happy holidays!…
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S2 · E12 · 20 Jul 2023 · 44 min
Revolutionary Books
It's the final episode of the season! This week we're talking about the books that have revolutionised us personally in some way and also revolutionary books as a genre. Join us as we discuss whether it's important to read the books that have revolutionised the world and constructed society as we know it today and look out for some recommendations like Are Prisons Obsolete? by Angela Davis and How Europe Underdeveloped Africa by Walter Rodney! Thank you so much for joining us this season, we've loved sharing these discussions with you Watch out for Season 3! Contact us at…
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S2 · E11 · 13 Jul 2023 · 47 min
The Poetry Episode
This week we're talking about poetry! Join us for a conversation on some of our favourite poems, and poets such as Warsan Shire, Langston Hughes, Sylvia Plath, John Agard and much more. Contact us at [email protected] and follow us on Instagram at: Stacked - https://www.instagram.com/thestackedpod/ Amanda - https://www.instagram.com/amandaafuaa/ Credits: AiAi Studios - https://www.instagram.com/aiai.studios/ You can find us on Instagram @thestackedpod and drop us an email at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2 · E9 · 29 Jun 2023 · 40 min
Literary Blindspots
Join hosts Amanda and Ziporah this week as they discuss their literary blindspots (the perspectives we miss when we cling to the genres, contexts and archetypes we're used to) and how they plan on moving towards a more holistic library. Contact us at [email protected] and follow us on Instagram at: Stacked - https://www.instagram.com/thestackedpod/ Amanda - https://www.instagram.com/amandaafuaa/ Ziporah - https://www.instagram.com/blackandbound/ Credits: AiAi Studios - https://www.instagram.com/aiai.studios/ You can find us on Instagram @thestackedpod and drop us an email at…
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S2 · E8 · 22 Jun 2023 · 43 min
Beige Flag Books
This week hosts Amanda & Ziporah discuss classics such as 'Lolita' by Vladamir Nabokov, 'The Catcher in the Rye' by JD Salinger and 'Infinite Jest' by David Foster Wallace as they question whether something really can be considered a 'red flag book', and if so, what (if anything) does it say about the reader? Contact us at [email protected] and follow us on Instagram at: Stacked - https://www.instagram.com/thestackedpod/ Amanda - https://www.instagram.com/amandaafuaa/ Ziporah - https://www.instagram.com/blackandbound/ Credits: AiAi Studios - https://www.instagram.com/aiai.studios/ You…
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S2 · E7 · 15 Jun 2023 · 45 min
Children's Lit: Roald Dahl & The Gang
This week we're throwing it all the way back to our childhood faves (Roald Dahl, CS Lewis, Jacqueline Wilson, 'Lemony Snicket', etc.) and talking about why we loved them! Join us as we also discuss the books we would recommend for ourselves in retrospect and children today in general. Contact us at [email protected] and follow us on Instagram at: Stacked - https://www.instagram.com/thestackedpod/ Amanda - https://www.instagram.com/amandaafuaa/ Ziporah - https://www.instagram.com/blackandbound/ Credits: AiAi Studios - https://www.instagram.com/aiai.studios/ You can find us on Instagram…
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8 Jun 2023 · 8 min
Bonus Episode: Our Father, by our Amanda
This week Stacked is taking a break from regularly scheduled programming to share Amanda's short story 'Our Father'. Hope you enjoy! Contact us at [email protected] and follow us on Instagram at: Stacked - https://www.instagram.com/thestackedpod/ Amanda - https://www.instagram.com/amandaafuaa/ Ziporah - https://www.instagram.com/blackandbound/ Credits: AiAi Studios - https://www.instagram.com/aiai.studios/ You can find us on Instagram @thestackedpod and drop us an email at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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S2 · E6 · 1 Jun 2023 · 46 min
The Case For Self-Help
Join hosts Amanda and Ziporah as they address why they are not drawn to traditional self-help books, their concerns about the genre and share other (and probably better) ways to seek out self-development in books. Contact us at [email protected] and follow us on Instagram at: Stacked - https://www.instagram.com/thestackedpod/ Amanda - https://www.instagram.com/amandaafuaa/ Ziporah - https://www.instagram.com/blackandbound/ Credits: AiAi Studios - https://www.instagram.com/aiai.studios/ You can find us on Instagram @thestackedpod and drop us an email at [email protected] Hosted on…
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