The Fake Ass Book Club

Welcome back to the F.A.B. Podcast!! In today's episode, our hosts plunge into the depths of fantasy and explore the captivating world of "Skin of the Sea" by Natasha Bowen. Get ready to embark on a mesmerizing journey through West African mythology, mermaids, and a dash of forbidden romance. Join them as they delve deep into the themes of sacrifice, courage, and the allure of forbidden love. We'll discuss the rich blend of fantasy, young adult, and mythology that Natasha Bowen masterfully weaves into "Skin of the Sea." Plus, they explore the novel's enchanting portrayal of mermaids, its intriguing historical and romantic elements, and the allure of its audiobook rendition.Whether you're a fan of epic adventures, enthralling mythologies, or young adult fiction that tugs at your heartstrings, "Skin of the Sea" is sure to leave you spellbound. So grab your headphones and dive into the mesmerizing world of mermaids and magic with Moni and Kat in this episode of the Fake Ass Book Club. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode.✨Trigger warning for violence and adult language.This show is intended for adult audiences . Notes: About the book: :https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skin_of_the_Sea#:~:text=Skin%20of%20the%20Sea%20is,existence%20of%20all%20mami%20wata.About the author: Natasha Bowen https://natashabowen.com/Braids as maps in enslaved african’s hair: https://www.snopes.com/news/2022/03/12/maps-cornrows-black-slaves-escape/**Stranger than Fiction: **None this week💜*Email us at thefabpodcast@gmail.com with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clickinghere 👉🏾https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content, weigh in on upcoming topics, and help us start a monthly live wine down for our F.A.B. FAM! Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!

Join our hosts this week as they dive into the colorful world of "Barbie." Margot Robbie takes on the role of the iconic Barbie, navigating a twist of fate that sends her on a comical journey to the Real World. Paired with Ryan Gosling's Ken, the duo's endearing insecurities come to life. Our hosts share candid reviews of the film's plot, character dynamics, and its nostalgic nod to the cherished Barbie playtime. Tune in for a delightful blend of laughter, insights, and a dash of childhood nostalgia as they explore how this imaginative movie measures up to the memories of yesteryears. It's time to rediscover Barbie's magic with a fresh twist! Welcome back to the club!! Cheers!Dedication: To our patrons: Queen Lo, Danielle, Byron and Keith!!!Moni: To Barbie Kat: To Loose Ends Salon being our very own Barbie World and all the beautiful Barbs working there!Notes:About the Barbie movie wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbie_(film)About the movie IMBD: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1517268/Ruth Handler Barbie creator:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruth_HandlerBarbie easter eggs: https://www.buzzfeed.com/noradominick/barbie-details-easter-eggsSpace Odyssey mentioned on the show: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2001:_A_Space_OdysseyNative view point small pox reference in Barbie movie: https://nativeviewpoint.com/what-was-that-indigenous-smallpox-line-in-the-barbie-movie/Correction: The actor playing the daughter of America Ferrera is Ariana Greenblatt.**Stranger than Fiction: **None this week💜*Email us at thefabpodcast@gmail.com with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content, weigh in on upcoming topics, and help us start a monthly live wine down for our F.A.B. FAM! Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!

Welcome back! This week our hosts dive into the Netflix series "African Folktales Reimagined" where six beloved African folktales are boldly reimagined in this multilingual anthology series exploring themes of grief, love and mysticism. The ladies review Episode 1: Katera of the Punishment Island where abandoned on an island, a woman grieving the loss of her baby exacts revenge on the powerful man who put her there. Tune in to hear what the ladies had to say. Cheers. Dedication: To our patrons and regular listeners. Moni:To Beyonce' and Blue Ivy for putting on a great show in Chicago. Kat:To the Harder Brunch crew. *Trigger warning for adult content and language.*Show Notes:About the show https://about.netflix.com/en/news/african-folktales-reimagined-short-films-launch-date-announcedhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2023_Hollywood_labor_disputeshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UNESCOhttps://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-39576510*Stranger than Fiction: *None this week💜Email us at thefabpodcast@gmail.com with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content, weigh in on upcoming topics, and help us start a monthly live wine down for our F.A.B. FAM! Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!

Welcome back to the Club!! This week the hosts talk about their first live show at the Indiana Black Expo. The original audio from the show was lost so they are sharing their experience along with some of the talking points from the show. They were inspired by IBE’s theme this year which was celebrating "Our Culture, Our Influence, and Our Legacy”. The ladies lead a conversation around the incredible intersections of art, literature, and fashion within the black community. They believe the culture is a tapestry of vibrant colors, including rich stories, and expressive fashion that have influenced the entire world. Tune in to hear more on what they had to say this week!! Dedication: Moni: To our patrons and supporters, thank you as always. To all the black creatives, artists, storytellers known and unknown for inspiring us and sharing your gifts with the world. Art has the potential to create meaningful changes in our world so thank you! Also, thanks to the IBE, BOXX the Artist, and all the other artists & staff who worked to make the event a success. Kat: To her lovely daughter who is now officially a teen and Barbie and her undeniable influence on our lives. Trigger warning for adult content and languageShow Notes: About IBE: “ As a pillar of the Indiana community for more than 52 years, IBE has encouraged and empowered individuals through education, events, and hands-on initiatives. The organization has continued to evolve its programming to find new ways to proactively address the most relevant issues and contribute to positive change. This is just the beginning.”https://www.indianablackexpo.com/Cultural appropriation in fashion: https://www.notjustalabel.com/editorial/contentious-topic-cultural-appropriationMaasi articles: https://www.jstor.org/stable/48671862 https://www.one.org/us/blog/maasai-brand-cultural-appropriation/https://www.washingtoninformer.com/africa-now-masai-people-of-east-africa-fight-against-cultural-appropriation/Is the Nefertitti bust a fake? https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2009/may/07/nefertiti-bust-berlin-egypt-authenticityGen de Couleur Libre /Tingon laws and more :https://www.nps.gov/ethnography/aah/aaheritage/frenchama.htm#:~:text=The%20tignon%20law%20enacted%20by,Orleans”%20(McNeill%202004).**Stranger than Fiction: **We did a LIVE show!! Unbelievable!!💜*Email us at thefabpodcast@gmail.com with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clickinghere 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod. Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content, weigh in on upcoming topics, and help us start a monthly live wine down for our F.A.B. FAM! Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!

Welcome back, this week our hosts are immersing themselves in the world of Sirens and Muses by Antonia Angress. This coming-of-age novel follows the lives of four main characters on a journey of love and lust, desire and rivalry, ambition and betrayal. *Trigger warning for spoilers adult language sexual content & self harm.* Dedication: To our patrons, thank you as always we truly appreciate your support. If you haven't, sign up on patreon www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast. Also we 're so happy to be a part of the 2023 IBE Summer Celebration. The Indiana Black Expo Events run July 14-July 16th. Indiana State Convention Center, 100 S. Capital Ave, Indpls IN 46225. We will be there Sunday, July 16,
-from 3-4pm as Featured Performers doing a live show inspired by the IBE theme this year“Our Legacy, Our influence, Our Culture” We thought it would be dope to start a conversation on how “Our Legacy, influence,Culture” show up in literature, art and fashion, 3 of our faves. Kat will also be doing a live paint Friday from 3-5pm EST. If you want to hear what we have to say or check out Kat and all the other dope artists please consider stopping by and showing some love. The event is FREE! **Stranger than Fiction: **💜*Email us at thefabpodcast@gmail.com with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod *Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content, no commercials, & weigh in on upcoming topics!! Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!

A Review of "Fledgling" by Octavia Butler with Chef Dyke Michaels of @harderbrunch podcast.Welcome back! This week’s book review takes you on a thrilling journey through Octavia Butler's captivating novel, "Fledgling” along with fellow podcaster, comedian, and chef, Dyke Micheals of @harderbrunchpodcast. Prepare for a lively discussion as they explore themes of belonging while straddling two worlds, consent & power dynamics, and even polyamory. But that's not all! They even spice things up with a fun game of "Would You Rather," incorporating scenarios inspired by the book's themes. Join in this literary adventure filled with seductive vampires, a little analysis, and plenty of laughs. Tune in for an unforgettable episode of the Fake Ass Book Club! Cheers! Dedication: To our patrons always...thank you. Indiana Black Expo Event July 14-July 16th Indiana State Convention Center, 100 S. Capital Ave, Indpls IN 46225. We will be there Sunday, July 16, 2023
- as Featured Performers doing a live show.Our topic was inspired by the IBE theme “Our Legacy, Our influence, Our Culture”. Check us out from 3-4pm Sunday July 16th. Kat will be doing a live paint for IBE Friday June 14th from 3-5pm as well. Come out and show us some love if you are in the area. Kat: Live figure drawing class at Future Friends Holographic Magic Club. A big thank you to:Fēi (Fee) Artist of @futurefriendshmc@healingpalace@fountainsquarecreativeslinktr.ee/styledbyfei who allowed us to use the space.Thanks to @afrodiety for being an amazing model, Moni, @55rosestree (for the beautiful flowers) @Brotha2theknight and River for attending the event!Thank you!!Notes: About the author OCTAVIA E. BUTLER :https://www.octaviabutler.com/theauthorAt the time of her death, interest in her books was beginning to rise, and in recent years, sales of her books have increased enormously as the issues she addressed in her Afro-Futuristic, feminist novels and short fiction have only become more relevant.About the Book: Fledgling is the story of an apparently young girl with amnesia whose alarmingly inhuman needs and abilities lead her to a startling conclusion: (spoiler add air horn) She is in fact a genetically modified, 53-year-old vampire. Forced to discover what she can about her stolen former life, she must at the same time learn who wanted—and still wants—to destroy her and those she cares for, and how she can save herself. Fledgling is a captivating novel that tests the limits of “otherness” and questions what it means to be truly human. https://www.octaviabutler.com/About our guest: Dyke Michaels is an Indianapolis based Comedian and Podcaster. He is also a Culinary School Graduate and a Gemini. @dykemichaels Co-Producer Red Flag Comedy/ Host of Harder Brunch Podcast @harderbrunchpodcast/Comic for hire. Check out the Harder Brunch Adult Summer Camp, tickets are now on sale! This All Inclusive Comedy/Music/Food Festival is a one of a kind experience, you won’t want to miss. Grab your discount Early Bird Tickets today!! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/harder-brunch-podcast-presents-summer-camp-2023-tickets-640249873607**Stranger than Fiction: Lunch of Suffering: "White people food is trending on Chinese Social Media: **https://www.npr.org/2023/06/27/1184461298/white-people-food-is-trending-on-chinese-social-mediahttps://www.instagram.com/p/CuHsKV4tdxz/?igshid=OGIzYTJhMTRmYQ==Story mentioned on the show that's also stranger than fiction :This tech CEO is swapping blood with his 17-year-old son to stay younghttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt14921986/*Email us at www.thefabpodcast@gmail.com with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod *Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content, no commercials, & weigh in on upcoming topics!! Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!

Welcome back to the club!! This week our hosts delve into the unsettling story of an ordinary woman who finds herself in shock when a global streaming platform releases a high-profile TV drama based on her life, with none other than Hollywood A-lister Salma Hayek portraying her character. In the thrilling Season 6 premiere of the critically acclaimed series "Black Mirror," titled "Joan is Awful," viewers are taken on a rollercoaster ride of thought-provoking twists.This episode explores the disturbing issue of personal identities and likenesses being exploited by technology and media companies. The hosts discuss the fine print hidden within convoluted user agreements and terms that grant these companies the legal ability to use people's images and personas without their consent.As they unravel the mind-bending layers of this gripping tale, the ladies dive into profound themes of identity, privacy, and society's growing dependence on technology. They confront the sinister implications of a world where individuals have little control over their own images and are at the mercy of powerful entities. Amidst the thought-provoking exploration, unexpected u-turns...entertaining shenanigans ensue, making for an intriguing and captivating episode. Buckle up as you delve into the disconcerting world of "Joan is Awful" and prepare to question the boundaries of personal agency in an increasingly interconnected and manipulative reality. Cheers!!Dedication:To our patrons as always, gratitude!!! To my beautiful nephew Kenny and his lovely wife Ramsey on their beautiful marriage congratulations!!. To Kat and her 2nd 22nd bday. To the beginning of our official third season of the FAB Podcast…to our growth & partnerships, to creating authentic connections that strengthen our creative project together and our friendship!! Finally to Boxx the artist and her non for profit authentic arts for the head shots and support. Also to all the women in the arts. Show Note:JAMES CAMERON’S COMMENTS ON THE TITAN WRECKhttps://www.npr.org/2023/06/23/1183975136/james-cameron-titanic-titan-subCharlie Brooker: https://www.npr.org/2023/06/16/1182425919/black-mirror-season-6-review-netflixCharlie Brooker explains the inspiration behind the Black ...YouTube · BAFTA11 minutes, 27 seconds1 week agoTwilight Zone: The Twilight Zone (TV Series 1959–1964)IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com › titlehttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0052520/**Stranger than Fiction: How was there more news coverage for 5 ocean "tourist" than migrant boat sinking in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea with between and estimated (400-750 people aboard)?:https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2023-06-22/search-for-missing-titanic-sub-becomes-more-urgenthttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/around-350-pakistanis-were-on-migrant-boat-that-sank-off-greece-and-many-still-missing-official-sayshttps://www.npr.org/2023/06/15/1182373326/dozens-are-dead-and-hundreds-feared-missing-from-migrant-ship-sinking-off-greece*Email us at thefabpodcast@gmail.com with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content, weigh in on upcoming topics, and more! Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!

Welcome back to the Fake Ass Book Club!! This week the ladies acknowledge Juneteenth and shout out some of their friends doing big things in the city of Indianapolis!! Cheers!**Trigger Warning**: Episodes contain adult content & language. Please be advised: This show is for adults 18 and up and open minded individuals. We are not professionals, or educators...just friends having candid conversations.**Dedication: To our patrons...Thank you!Moni: The Asante Art Institute @act_1980Kat: To the Harder Brunch Podcast @harderbrunch**NOTES:** *About the show: Malcolm X Institute : https://www.wabash.edu/mxibs/Peter Salem: Peter Salem Black American RevolutionariesFiesta Magazine Launch Paradox Lounge July 2nd, 2023 hosted by Porsche Young @onlyporsche911@prettypkollectionFB- Pretty P Kollection@officialdonfiesta @fiestainternationalmagazineChris Spangle @chrissoangleshowTennah @ Spicy Magic VibesMade Man Improv- @jblandmademanSorry We’re Canceled @sorrywerecancelledVOCAB words this episode: Alacrity: Brisk and cheerful readinessAplomb: Done with self confidence or assuredness especially in a demanding situation **Stranger than Fiction: **None this week💜*Email us at thefabpodcast@gmail.com with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content, weigh in on upcoming topics, and help us start a monthly live wine down for our F.A.B. FAM! Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!

Welcome back to the Fake Ass Book Club!! Kat's dreams of having a guest instead of JUST Moni came true as the ladies welcomed a friend of the show Byron, aka @Brotha2daknight. Inspired by Father’s Day, the ladies wanted a chance to highlight the importance of a father’s role and show love to all the dads doing the thankless (yet important) work of raising their families. They discussed the influence their fathers had on their lives and their views on life and love… along with the challenges & rewards they’ve experienced as parents. Find out their thoughts on Robert DiNero and Al Pacino becoming new father’s at 79 and 83 years young. Tune in for another FAB episode full of laughs!! Cheers!**Trigger Warning**: Episodes contain adult content & language. This show is for adults 18 and up and open minded individuals. We are not professionals or educators...just friends having candid conversations. Remember the club is fake but the talk is REAL!Dedication: To all the fathers (especially the black ones) for raising their families!! It's important to change the narrative around black fathers and highlight positive ones.Kat’s art show: XMP “Mo White Tees”Notes:Robert DiNero becomes a father at 79: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/culture/story/robert-de-niro-reveals-dad-79-99196875Al Pacino: https://www.cnn.com/2023/05/31/entertainment/al-pacino-baby-scli-intl/index.htmlDeesha Philyaw, author of “Secret Lives of Church Ladies” mentioned on this episode: https://deeshaphilyaw.com‘Stranger than Fiction: Email us at thefabpodcast@gmail.com with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here:👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content, weigh in on upcoming topics, and help us start a monthly live wine down for our F.A.B. FAM! Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!

*A Review of Disney's Little Mermaid Live Action Movie and the original book by Hans Christian Anderson. *Welcome back to the Fake Ass Book Club!! This week the ladies sink into the depths of Disney's latest release, "The Little Mermaid" featuring the talented Halle Baily.🌊 Moni and Kat dive the into the original Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale that inspired this beloved story, drawing intriguing comparisons between the two. The original "The Little Mermaid" book is a captivating literary work that weaves a tale with darker undertones, and thought-provoking themes that set it apart from its animated counterpart. Throughout the episode, they'll navigate the enchanting world of Ariel, a determined young mermaid with a captivating voice, and draw parallels between her journey and that of Andersen's original mermaid. They'll also examine the changes made in the transition from page to screen, the subtle nods to the original tale, and the artistic choices that bring this timeless story to life in the animated adaptation. Tune in so you can be part of Moni and Kat's review of this Disney classic!! Cheers!**Trigger Warning**: Episodes contain spoilers, adult content & language. Please be advised: This show is for adults 18 and up and open minded individuals. We are not professionals, or educators...just friends having candid conversations. **Dedication: To our patrons...Thank you!Moni: To Halle Bailey and what her presence as Ariel means for young girls of color.Kat: To black men and Kat's upcoming art show...and side dedication to the LGBTQ+ community during pride month and everyday!**NOTES:** *About the show: The Little Mermaid: 2023/1987 animated film https://disney.fandom.com/wiki/The_Little_Mermaid" Little Mermaid, both the animated film and the live-action remake, tells the story of a mermaid princess, Ariel, who is captivated by the outer human world, especially after she rescues a dashing human prince, Prince Eric, from drowning. Anxious to be reunited with Eric, Ariel makes a deal with a deceitful sea witch, Ursula, to be human for three days in exchange for Ariel’s ethereal singing voice so that Ariel can impress Eric before the three-day spell expires."**The Book**: The Little Mermaid by Hans Christian Anderson :"The Little Mermaid" is a literary fairy tale written by the Danish author Hans Christian Andersen, first published in 1837 as part of a collection of fairy tales for children. The story follows the journey of a young mermaid who is willing to give up her life in the sea as a mermaid to gain a human soul. Wikipedia Originally published: April 7, 1837. Author: Hans Christian Andersen Genre(s): Literary fairy tale https://www.britannica.com/biography/Hans-Christian-Andersen-Danish-authorUrsula inspired by the drag queen Divine in animated film: https://time.com/6282514/little-mermaid-ursula-drag-queen-divine/#Tom Hanks in "BIG" the movie :https://www.disneyplus.com/movies/big/7N4EhV7nL9M2**Stranger than Fiction: **None this week💜*Email us at thefabpodcast@gmail.com with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clickinghere 👉🏾 https://linktr.ee/Fabpod Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content, weigh in on upcoming topics, and help us start a monthly live wine down for our F.A.B. FAM! Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!