Conversations From The Café Podcast
1) Goodbye... for now
It's a bittersweet moment for us here at the Cafe. We're saying goodbye to BFB and hello to new adventures! Keep an eye out for our newest podcast, Leyendo La Diaspora, dropping September 15th and ava...Show More
2) "Lobizona" by Romina Garber
In this episode, Kalima and co-host Johanna break down the magical world of Lobizona. Follow along as they discuss belonging, werewolves, and even menstruation!
3) "The Best We Could Do" by Thi Bui
Kalima and co-host Emily discuss the graphic novel's main themes of motherhood and historical consciousness, reflecting on how the main themes have been woven into their own stories.
4) We're Back!
We know it's been a minute, but "Black Feminist & Bookish" is back! Get ready for an all-new season with host Kalima DeSuze, coming May 26th.
5) "Interpreter of Maladies"
The podcast episode for the first book club pick 2020 is here! Sorry again for the interruption in programming. Please join us as we discuss themes of immigration, trauma and ultimate freedom on...Show More
6) The Convenience Store Woman
Riveting. Unsettling. Complicated. Triggering. All adjectives used to describe this book. I concur. Please join Anne and me as we reflect on many of the themes presented in this book...Show More
7) Edited: Allyship, Apologies & The Future.
It's been a few months since we've posted an episode. Before sharing why and begging for your forgiveness, Kalima discusses social responsibility in the time of COVID19.
8) NAME CHANGE: Black Feminist & Bookish
We are excited to announce that "Conversations from the Cafe" will now be "Black Feminist & Bookish". Listen to the teaser to hear why we changed!
9) "Her Body and Other Parties" by Carmen Maria Machado
Our producer, Claire, guest hosts this episode in conversation with Jo about Carmen Maria Machado's collection of genre-bending short stories that challenge traditional writing techniques and her spin...Show More
10) "The Fifth Season" by N.K. Jemisin
Kalima and Shrishti dive into sci-fi and discuss the artful world building and major twists in the first book of a trilogy. (Spoiler Alerts)