Yomi Adegoke
Award-winning journalist and co-author of "Slay in Your Lane: The Black Girl Bible." Known for her work on race and gender issues.
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Nov 1, 2024 • 41min
S6 Ep57: Yomi Adegoke, novelist and non-fiction writer
Yomi Adegoke is a bestselling novelist and non-fiction writer known for co-authoring "Slay in Your Lane" and her debut novel "The List." In this discussion, Yomi shares her journey from journalism to fiction writing, revealing the challenges and triumphs of her path. She highlights the difficulties of transitioning genres and the importance of learning to edit effectively. Yomi also critiques the publishing industry's quick push for Black literature post-2020 and emphasizes the value of trusting her readers. Her confidence shines through as she prepares for her second novel.
Nov 2, 2023 • 7min
In 'The List,' an allegation of sexual misconduct wreaks havoc on a relationship
Yomi Adegoke, author of The List, discusses the impact of allegations on a power couple's relationship. The novel fictionalizes a controversial list of men accused of sexual misconduct. It explores questions of ethics, self-empowerment, and the challenges faced by a dark-skinned black couple.
Oct 23, 2023 • 1h 2min
8.6 Yomi Adegoke on Imposter Syndrome, The List, and The Power of Social Media
Caggie is joined by Yomi Adegoke, a prominent voice in journalism and bestselling author. They discuss Yomi's unexpected path into journalism, her struggles with imposter syndrome while writing a book, and the toxic world of cancel culture. They also explore the dissonance between online and offline personas and the challenges of navigating cancel culture and virtue signaling.
