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Mentioned in 17 episodes

Born a Crime

Book • 2016

Born a Crime is an autobiographical comedy book that recounts Trevor Noah's experiences growing up in South Africa during the apartheid era.

The book explores themes of race, culture, and identity as Noah navigates his mixed heritage in a society where interracial relationships were illegal.

It also delves into his family life, including his mother's resilience and his stepfather's abuse, providing a powerful narrative about resilience and identity.

Mentioned by

Ian Haney López

Rosalaura López

Mentioned in 17 episodes

Mentioned by

Adam Tobin

as an autobiography he found amazing.

1. Speaking Without a Net: How to Master Impromptu Communication

Mentioned by

Jay Shetty

as a brilliant book reflecting on human experiences shaping one's life.

Trevor Noah ON: How to Turn Bad Experiences into Healing Experiences & Finding Calm in Chaos

Mentioned by

Adam Grant

as

Trevor Noah

's bestselling memoir.

Trevor Noah on the importance of context

Mentioned by

Mike Maughan

as one of his favorite books, discussing the infantilization of singlehood.

212. When Do You Become an Adult?

Mentioned by

Adam Tobin

as an amazing audiobook that showcases his present and authentic communication style.

106. Rethinks: Using Skills From Improv to Master Your In-The-Moment Communication

Mentioned by

Adam Grant

as

Trevor Noah

's bestselling memoir.

Trevor Noah on the importance of context

Mentioned by

Mike Maughan

as a source of a quote about regret.

152. What’s the Worst Kind of Regret?

Mentioned by

Trevor Noah

as a book he wrote about his life in South Africa.

Recommended by

Dinah Davis

for its compelling narrative and powerful storytelling.

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Mentioned by

Louis Theroux

as a memoir about his upbringing during Apartheid in South Africa.

S3 EP3: Trevor Noah on growing up during Apartheid, landing ‘The Daily Show’, and being friends with Bill Gates

Recommended by

Daniel Pink

as a gripping and insightful book for high school students.

Daniel Pink ON: How to Master Time Management & Turn Procrastination into Productivity

Recommended by

Matthew Dicks

for its humorous and vulnerable storytelling that provides insight into South African culture and apartheid.

David Ring: "The Promise of Summer"

Mentioned by

Noah Kagan

as a well-written book.

Noah Kagan: Notes From Meeting Peter Thiel and Books that Helped Him Make Millions

Mentioned by

Mark Suster

as a book detailing apartheid in South Africa.

Start-Up Nation Deep Dive with Dan Senor | E1970

Mentioned by

Tonya Brown

while discussing Trevor Noah's commentary on the impact of forced Christianization.

April 30 2025 - Sinners! Spoilers!

Mentioned by

Steve Levitt

as an autobiography written by Trevor Noah.

58. Why Is Richard Thaler Such a ****ing Optimist?

Mencionado por

Rosalaura López

al comparar su autobiografía con la de Bill Gates.

52. Bill Gates: Su infancia, Microsoft, Melinda y la fundación Gates.

Mentioned by

David Lawee

as a book he read this summer, appreciating its timeliness and insight into South African life.

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Recommended by

Ian Haney López

for its clear explanation of racism as a divide-and-conquer strategy.

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Mentioned as the author's New York Times bestseller book.

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