Join Randi Gill-Sadler, a scholar of African American literature, as she unpacks the powerful legacies of Toni Cade Bambara and Gloria Naylor. The discussion highlights their anti-imperialist themes and community activism, emphasizing their critiques of Hollywood and their commitment to authentic storytelling. Randi reveals the challenges these writers faced in academia while fostering cultural representation. The conversation also connects their contributions to contemporary Black narratives, urging a deeper exploration of Black women's experiences in literature and film.