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Deeply Personal & Relatable

Revisado: 05-14-24

I love that Kerry Washington narrated her own story; it provides listeners/readers with a deeper connection with the stories and experiences shared. Kerry's story is vulnerable, relatable, and inspiring. Hearing her experiences has provided me with a new understanding of my own life journey, and for that I am grateful. Wonderful memoir!!

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Unexpected Ending

Revisado: 12-23-21

Loved the performance! Interesting story line, especially since I never thought it would be an easy endeavor for an African American person to live their life as another race. This reminds you how wrapped up we can become in creating a life others would envy versus living the life we most desperately desire. The ending left me wanting more, which I suppose, was the intention.

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Beautiful

Revisado: 12-20-21

No words can express the level of beauty and belongingness felt from this performance. Beautiful, just beautiful!!

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Interesting Dialogue

Revisado: 12-17-21

Intriguing to hear the stories of accomplished POC with varied and similar experiences. A common thread among the narratives is purpose and persistence. I hope to have an answer for both in my own life, sooner rather than later.

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A Reminder of the Importance of Culture & Context

Revisado: 12-08-21

Engaging story that I couldn't wait to finish. Although I guessed how the story might end within a few chapters, it was nice listening to the journey of the lead character. Gives listeners a cultural component and a reminder that the context influencing actions is important to consider.

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Short, Poignant, & So So Relatable

Revisado: 12-01-21

I hope Audible produces more of these Thought Series. Although it was short (43 minutes), I enjoyed every minute. I connected with most of the author's experiences and the sarcastic humor inserted at moments came at the right times. Definitely left me with things to consider moving forward as an African American woman in the U.S.

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Amazing & Reflective

Revisado: 11-07-21

This book appeared as a recommended book by Audible based on my previous selections, and I am so glad I followed through with the recommendation!! This body of work made a concept/identity (feminism) relatable and allowed individuals outside of academia an opportunity to engage in this very necessary conversation. I found parallels to my life, including expectations and thoughts that remain isolated in my mind. A must read for anyone looking to delve deeper into feminism without the heavy jargon. Can't wait to read more of Joan Morgan's body of work.

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Wish It Was Longer

Revisado: 11-04-21

A powerful story of loss, grief, judgment, and finding a way to experience joy through it all. I hope one day I will be strong and wise enough to allow myself to have a similarly freeing experience.

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Good Coverage of an Interesting Story

Revisado: 10-24-21

The wonderland murders was a new story to me before engaging with this podcast. There are a lot of moving pieces that law enforcement had difficulty pulling together. This story reinforced that we should never base our opinions of others on appearances or perceived appearances. Everyone has a story.

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Powerful & Relatable

Revisado: 10-23-21

A powerful glimpse into the life of Billie Holiday. I already planned to watch The United States vs. Billie Holiday, and after listening to this podcast, I want to see it much sooner than originally planned. This is a beautiful overview of the strength of Billie Holiday and the role her experiences played in the music she shared with the world. A relatable examination of Billie's life as a Black Woman in the US, and an inspiration for us to continue in exerting the strength, determination, and defiance instilled long ago.

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