SHE WELL READ

SHE WELL READ

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. In the off-season, bonus episodes feature conversations with authors, creators, and storytellers. 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.

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July 27, 2026 46 mins
Hey Well Read Baddies, we’re back with another bonus episode! Today we’re joined by Abrea Armstrong to discuss her upcoming debut novel Ferry Tales. It follows Anana Freedman, a Black millennial woman living what looks like the dream: money, freedom, lovers, zero attachments. But when an unexpected wedding invitation pulls her to West Africa, everything she thought she knew about herself begins to unravel. We get in to ...
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Hey Well Read Baddies, we’re back with another bonus episode! Today we’re joined by author Natasha Diaz to discuss her upcoming release What Lies Beneath the Flowers! We talk about her writing journey so far, what led to the development to this novel and everything that lies in-between. Y'all we both were obsessed reading this book and need all of you to add it to your tbrs!! Tap in then leave us a voice note if you pl...
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June 29, 2026 39 mins
Hey Well Read Baddies, we’re back with another bonus episode! Today we give all of our usual life updates including what we're reading of course. HOWEVER, we also announce The Publishing Journeys Grant giveaway partnership with Gatekeeper Press Publishing where we're helping an aspiring author get their book published!! Y'all this is a huge moment in our show's history and we are so honored to be able to give this away, be su...
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Hey Well Read Baddies, we’re back with another bonus episode! Today we talk all about our time at Black Romance Book Festival aka BRBF attending as one of the podcast partners and let's just say a time was had! We had a ball getting to connect with everyone and being able to interview the various authors and narrators you'll hear from in the episode. Special shoutout to the entire BRBF team, you all are our heros! And of co...
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May 25, 2026 37 mins
Hey Well Read Baddies, we’re back with another solo bonus episode! Today we give you all of our updates including what we're consuming media wise, book updates, and prepping for Black Romance Book Festival! Tap in then leave us a voice note and let us know your updates :) Follow Lana on Tik Tok for her giveaway! Check your voter registration status and ballots! We can’t wait to hear from you! :) Please send any qu...
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May 11, 2026 44 mins
Hey Well Read Baddies, we’re back with another bonus episode! Today we’re ridin solo with no guests this week! We update y'all on all the things going on in our lives right now, what we've been reading/ getting in to, and the latest in pop culture (WE LOVE YOU MEGAN!!) Tap in then leave us a voice note and let us know your updates :) Shoutout to our latest paid substack subscriber!! Thank you so much for supporting th...
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Hey Well Read Baddies, we’re back with another bonus episode! Today we’re joined by the ladies of the Refined and Ratchet podcast Charlee and Nisha! Let's just say, this was the kiki session of all kiki sessions, we had ourselves a timeee, be ready to literally LOL!! We talk about how they got their start, the book community and of course what we're all reading and getting into. This convo goes deep and is definitely on...
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Hey Well Read Baddies, we’re back with another bonus episode! Today we’re joined by author Danielle Allen discussing her upcoming release Big Girl Blitz, the final book of The Curve Series, available April 14th! We talk about her journey through the series, walking with faith and not fear, spoiler free thoughts on Big Girl Blitz, and what's next... ;) Tap in then leave us a voice note with your favorite moment from the...
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March 30, 2026 64 mins
Hey Well Read Baddies! We’re back with another bonus episode closing out Women's History Month with one of our faves in the space! Today we’re joined by one of our podcast sisters, Eboné Almon who is the host of the Pretty Private podcast. We talk about her building her podcast and brand, reinvention/ pivoting, and what it means to lean in to your purpose. Tap in to the kiki session, then leave us a voice note with yo...
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March 16, 2026 76 mins
Hey Well Read Baddies, Happy Women's History Month! We’re back with another bonus episode, and today we’re joined by Beatrice Dixon, co-founder of The Honey Pot Co. and author of The Soul Instinct. Yes, THE Honey Pot. The brand that has been holding us down through many a cycle. We talk with Beatrice about building a category-defining plant-based feminine care company, the journey that led her to write her memoir, and ...
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March 2, 2026 58 mins
Hey well read baddies! We’re back with another bonus episode, and this one is for the girls who are fans of Gone Girl and are impatiently waiting for season three of P-Valley to drop. We’re joined by New York Times bestselling author Nic Stone to talk about her latest release, Boom Town. We get into what it was like for Nic to step into adult fiction after writing dozens of YA books (many of which have been challenged a...
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February 16, 2026 76 mins
Hey well read baddies! We’re back with another bonus episode, and the devil tried us today BUT we powered through, and it was sooooo worth it! We’re joined by acclaimed YA author Liara Tamani to talk about her latest release, This Ain’t Our First Rodeo. We get into the Houston Rodeo as the backdrop of the story, all the Texas references that made Lana feel right at home, and why Black cowboys and land legacy in th...
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Hey well read baddies, Happy Black History Month! On today's bonus episode, we sit down with the author of River Sing Me Home Eleanor Shearer to talk about her upcoming novel Fireflies in Winter—a powerful blend of historical fiction, survival story, and queer Black romance. Eleanor shares how her family history shaped her connection to migration, exile, and belonging. She also takes us behind the scenes of her research proce...
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January 20, 2026 41 mins
Hey Well Read Baddies! We’re kicking off 2026 and Year Seven of She Well Read with a bonus guest episode featuring Gatekeeper Press, one of our Season 6 partners. Joined by Director of Marketing and Business Development Luis Javier, we break down independent publishing, author ownership, and how writers can retain creative control without sacrificing professional support. This episode is a must-listen for writers at any stage...
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December 15, 2025 28 mins
Hey Well Read Baddies! We’re closing out the year with one of our favorites, our 2025 Wrapped bonus episode! A cozy, chaotic, heart-full recap of the year that was lol. We’re reflecting and also looking ahead to 2026 , upcoming guests, and all the exciting things coming for the Well Read Baddies next year. Plus, a reminder: we’re officially on break from December 15 through January 12. Tap in and wrap up the year...
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November 12, 2025 44 mins
Season 6 finale, Baddies! We wrap up Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez with reflections on legacy, growth, and the power of knowing where you come from. From conversations about Black womanhood and community to navigating change, purpose, and the end-of-year reset—we’re closing this chapter with gratitude! Plus, we share what’s ahead for 2026, how to stay connected through our Substack, Bookum club, and socials, ...
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November 5, 2025 52 mins
Hey Well Read Baddies! We’re back with chapters 41–44 of Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez — and the emotional stakes are higher than ever. This week, we follow generations fighting for legacy, land, and love, as long-held secrets finally lead to moments of truth and restoration. We’re also chatting about friendship, indie book recs, and all the pop culture chaos that kept us laughing through it all. Tap ...
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October 29, 2025 52 mins
Hey Well Read Baddies! We’re back with chapters 37–40 of Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez — and the tension is building. In this episode, family loyalties are tested, the past comes knocking, and tough choices put legacy and belief to the ultimate test. We explore how history, rest, and resilience shape the women at the heart of this story — and what it really means to fight for what’s yours. Next c...
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October 22, 2025 45 mins
Hey Well Read Baddies! We’re back with chapters 33–36 of Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez — and trust us, the stakes are sky-high. In this episode, four generations land under one roof, “land vs. family” collisions take center stage, and Wade’s rushed trial delivers a gut-punch verdict that threatens the Kingdom itself. We break down the courtroom power plays, the consequences of that fateful d...
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October 15, 2025 56 mins
Hey Well Read Baddies! We’re back with chapters 29–32 of Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez — and trust us, the drama is drama-ing. In this episode, we talk family reunions, tough choices, and one wild cliffhanger you won’t see coming. We also share what we're watching, and drop some book and show recs you’ll want to add to your list. Whether you’re reading along or just here for the conversatio...
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