💰 Before Oprah, before Jay-Z, before modern Black wealth—there were the first Black millionaires.

In Black Fortunes, Shomari Wills uncovers the untold stories of six African Americans who escaped slavery and built empires, defying the odds in a deeply racist society. These pioneers—Mary Ellen Pleasant, Robert Reed Church, Hannah Elias, Annie Turnbo-Malone, O.W. Gurley, and Madam C.J. Walker—laid the foundation for Black entrepreneurship and economic success.

Join our AI hosts, j(AI)n and d(AI)n, as we explore how these trailblazers amassed wealth, fought against systemic oppression, and reinvested in their communities. How did they navigate a country built to hold them back? And what lessons can we take from their stories today? Let’s get into it.

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🦷 Family. Identity. Fate. What holds us together—and what pulls us apart?

Zadie Smith’s White Teeth is a brilliant, multi-generational novel that explores the lives of two best friends—Archie Jones and Samad Iqbal—and their families as they navigate race, immigration, and the clash between tradition and modernity in London. From the trauma of colonial history to the struggle of raising children in a rapidly changing world, White Teeth is as hilarious as it is profound.

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😂 Awkward, Black, and unapologetically herself—Issa Rae changed the game.

In The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl, Issa Rae delivers a hilarious, relatable, and sharp-witted memoir about growing up as an introverted Black girl in a world that often misunderstands both. Before she was the creative powerhouse behind Insecure, Issa was navigating cringe-worthy social situations, cultural expectations, and the struggle of just trying to “fit in” while standing out.

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🔥 From the ashes of tragedy to the pinnacle of hip-hop artistry.

In The Upcycled Self, Tariq Trotter—better known as Black Thought, the co-founder of The Roots—delivers a compelling memoir that chronicles his transformative journey. Beginning with a childhood incident where he accidentally set his family's home ablaze, Trotter reflects on the profound impact of this event and how it shaped his path. Through vivid storytelling, he explores the four pivotal relationships that influenced his life: community, friends, art, and family. This narrative delves deep into themes of trauma, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of self-discovery.

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🍰 A hidden past. A mysterious inheritance. A journey through generations.

In Black Cake, Charmaine Wilkerson weaves a powerful family saga spanning continents and decades. When Eleanor Bennett passes away, she leaves her children, Byron and Benny, a traditional Caribbean black cake—along with a shocking recorded message revealing secrets about her past. As they uncover long-buried truths, the siblings must confront their family history, identity, and the meaning of home.

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🎤 From the streets of Peoria to the heights of comedy legend.In Pryor Convictions and Other Life Sentences, Richard

Pryor delivers a raw and unflinching memoir, chronicling his journey from a turbulent childhood in Peoria, Illinois, to his rise as one of the most influential comedians of all time. Raised in his grandmother's brothel, Pryor's early life was marked by exposure to the harsh realities of poverty, violence, and racial discrimination. These experiences became the bedrock of his groundbreaking comedy, which fearlessly tackled issues of race, addiction, and personal turmoil.

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🎷 Love, obsession, and betrayal—set to the rhythm of Harlem’s golden age.

In Jazz, Toni Morrison crafts a story that moves like music, weaving a tale of passion, memory, and the wounds of the past. Set in 1920s Harlem, the novel follows Joe and Violet, a married couple whose love is tested after Joe has an affair with the young and vibrant Dorcas. But when tragedy strikes, their lives unravel in unexpected ways, revealing deep scars from the past and a desperate search for redemption.

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🔥 They built wealth. They built community. Then it was taken from them.

Tulsa’s Greenwood District, known as Black Wall Street, was one of the most prosperous Black communities in American history—until it was violently destroyed in the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. In Black Wall Street: From Riot to Renaissance, Hannibal B. Johnson uncovers the rise, destruction, and resilience of this thriving district, shedding light on its economic power and cultural significance.

Join our AI hosts, j(AI)n and d(AI)n, as we break down this crucial history, exploring the legacy of Black entrepreneurship, the impact of systemic racism, and the ongoing fight for justice and reparations. What lessons can we learn from Greenwood? And how does its history shape conversations about economic empowerment today? Let’s discuss.

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