SHE WELL READ
Alana Baumann and Samra Michael
For well read baddies who love books, pop culture, and everything in between. Best friends Lana and Sam are figuring out how to fit reading into their busy lives—and they know they’re not alone. That’s why they created a book club on the go: a seasonal podcast with bite-sized episodes where listeners vote on what they read each season. Whether you read all the time, once in a while, or are just picking up your first book in years, this show celebrates all types of readers. Being well-read is more than just books—it’s a way of life.
Episodes
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Oct 28, 2021 • 18min
Spooky Szn Minisode: Selfies by Lavie Tidhar
On today's Scary Story, Lana tells the story of a young girl who purchases a new phone....but what stories will the photos on the phone reveal? Story Credit Author- Lavie Tidhar https://www.tor.com/2014/09/17/selfies-lavie-tidhar/ Music- Tribe of Noise Pro and Free Music Archive We can’t wait to hear from you! :) Please send any questions or comments about this episode to shewellreadQA@gmail.com or use the form at the bottom of the SWR Podcast page: https://shewellread.com/podcast/. Follow SHE WELL READ! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shewellread/ TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeDCLdTX/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/shewellread More Links: https://msha.ke/shewellread Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 27, 2021 • 55min
S2 EP22: The Great Awakening
On today's episode of SWR, we discuss Ch.20 of MTE "The Ones We've Been Waiting For." We've reached the fever dream era of the 2016 election and just as we all were, Elaine is having to adapt to the new political climate. During this, we watch her transform Teen Vogue from a cautionary tale to a beacon of hope for the magazine industry. We can’t wait to hear from you! :) Please send any questions or comments about this episode to mailto:shewellreadQA@gmail.com or use the form at the bottom of the SWR Podcast page: https://shewellread.com/podcast/. Follow SHE WELL READ! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shewellread/ TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeDCLdTX/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/shewellread More Links: https://msha.ke/shewellread Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 26, 2021 • 22min
Spooky Szn Minisode: The Lottery by Shirley Jackson
Hold onto your seats because here comes the next Scary Story! This time, Samra describes a strange small town tradition called "The Lottery." Story Credit Author- Shirley Jackson https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/1948/06/26/the-lottery Music- Tribe of Noise Pro and Free Music Archive We can’t wait to hear from you! :) Please send any questions or comments about this episode to shewellreadQA@gmail.com or use the form at the bottom of the SWR Podcast page: https://shewellread.com/podcast/. Follow SHE WELL READ! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shewellread/ TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeDCLdTX/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/shewellread More Links: https://msha.ke/shewellread Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 25, 2021 • 7min
Spooky Szn Minisode: Haunted by Harry Tobias
Hey SWR fam! Today we're releasing the first episode of this mini series called "Scary Stories with Alana and Samra". On this episode, Lana tells the story of an odd house with some ghoulish friends living inside. Story Credit Author- Harry Tobias https://www.themoonlitroad.com/haunted/ Music- Tribe of Noise Pro and Free Music Archive We can’t wait to hear from you! :) Please send any questions or comments about this episode to shewellreadQA@gmail.com or use the form at the bottom of the SWR Podcast page: https://shewellread.com/podcast/. Follow SHE WELL READ! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shewellread/ TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeDCLdTX/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/shewellread More Links: https://msha.ke/shewellread Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 6, 2021 • 1h
S2 EP21: Hands Up
On today's episode we discuss Ch.19 of MTE "Weight of the World. Elaine discusses being black in America, BLM, and the power of our words and work. Tamia's Article- https://shewellread.com/2021/09/15/suicideawarenessmonth/ We can’t wait to hear from you! :) Please send any questions or comments about this episode to mailto:shewellreadQA@gmail.com or use the form at the bottom of the SWR Podcast page: https://shewellread.com/podcast/. Follow SHE WELL READ! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shewellread/ TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeDCLdTX/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/shewellread More Links: https://msha.ke/shewellread Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 29, 2021 • 1h 3min
S2 EP20: You Betta Werk B*tch
On today's episode we discuss Ch.18 of MTE "Lemonade". Elaine reminds us that black women will always make lemonade in any given situation. We are so close to the end of season 2! How have y'all been enjoying so far? Let us know at shewellreadqa@gmail.com We can’t wait to hear from you! :) Please send any questions or comments about this episode to shewellreadQA@gmail.com or use the form at the bottom of the SWR Podcast page: https://shewellread.com/podcast/. Follow SHE WELL READ! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shewellread/ TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeDCLdTX/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/shewellread More Links: https://msha.ke/shewellread Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 22, 2021 • 40min
S2 EP19: No Slips!
On today's episode we discuss Chapter 17 of MTE "New Highs, New Lows". With the fast progression of the internet, Elaine and the rest of the magazine world is having to adapt to their new environment. Along the way, Elaine is offered a life changing opportunity... that comes with a twist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 15, 2021 • 1h 10min
S2 EP18: It's Never Black and White
On today's episode, we discuss Ch.16 of MTE "Disturbing the Peace". We witness Elaine's first major incident in her new position and see her navigate through the aftermath. https://shewellread.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 8, 2021 • 51min
S2 EP17: What Business?
On today's episode, we discuss chapter 15 of MTE, "A New World Order". Elaine has begun her new role at Teen Vogue and is ready to shake the table with change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 1, 2021 • 54min
S2 EP16: All The Rumors Are True
On today's episode, we discuss Ch.14 of MTE "A Seat at the Table". Elaine continues her life post- ex future husband and dives deeper into her new job at Teen Vogue...but will she be there long? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
