The Breakfast Club

Daddy Issues

Seth King

This title was quoted in relation to a comment about training a black person well enough to know to use the back door, though the context suggests it might be a misattribution or a specific reference within the discussion rather than a widely known book.

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apparently not Dave King said it.

Wuthering Heights

Emily Brontë

This was described as an award-winning film and a bold, feverish reimagining of the classic novel, perfect for Valentine's Day. It followed the forbidden, intoxicating, and ultimately mad love story between the characters Kathy and Heathcliff.

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It's from Warner Brothers Pictures. It's an award-winning film by filmmaker Emerald Fennell? It stars Margaret Robbie and Jacob Elordi in a bold, feverish reimagining of Emily Bronte's classic.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Puffin Modern Classics)

Roald Dahl

Roald Dahl was mentioned as the creator of Willy Wonka, and the speaker questioned whether he was a spy before writing his stories.

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You know Roald Dahl. He thought up Willy Wonka and the BFG.

The BFG

Roald Dahl

The book was mentioned alongside Willy Wonka as one of the creations of Roald Dahl.

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You know Roald Dahl. He thought up Willy Wonka and the BFG.

'Til Death Do We Parent

Jess Hilarious

Jess Hilarious mentioned that people could pre-order her new book on her website.

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And don't forget to pre-order my new book, Till Death Do We Parent. All on my website.

Relationship Goals

Michael Todd

The book was first released during the pandemic and quickly became a New York Times best seller for 13 weeks. It originated from a sermon series that Pastor Todd created to help people dealing with toxic relationships and pain around dating and marriage.

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So he'll be here to talk about that. Also, furthermore, I want to tell y'all, don't call up here with no J. Cole reviews. That album came out five hours ago. It's early. It's six hours ago. It's an hour and 41 minutes long. Of course they stay on. So it ain't no way.

Becoming

Michelle Obama

A caller complained that Netflix removed the documentary about Michelle Obama's book from the adults' list to the kids' list, coinciding with the release of the current First Lady's documentary. The documentary surged in views but was reportedly removed from the top ten ranking altogether after the initial push.

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So I'm giving the biggest he-haul to Netflix for removing the Michelle Obama's documentary Becoming from the adults list to the kids list.

A Study of American Intelligence

Carl Campbell Brigham

This book was mentioned as the one Carl Brigham wrote in 1923, where he argued that the decline of American intelligence was due to race mixing and immigration, using Army test scores as proof.

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In that book, he argues that the decline of American intelligence was due to race mixing and immigration. And he used those Army test scores as proof.

The Missing Golden Ticket and Other Splendiferous Secrets

Roald Dahl

The speaker mentioned that Roald Dahl, the writer known for works like Willy Wonka and Matilda, was also a spy. The podcast series explored the hidden, controversial chapters of his life, including his work as an agent, playing poker with Harry Truman, and having an affair with a congresswoman before he became a children's author.

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You know Roald Dahl, the writer who thought up Willy Wonka, Matilda, and the BFG. But did you know he was also a spy?

Shot Ready

Stephen Curry

This book was presented as a powerful, never-before-seen look into the mindset that changed the game of basketball. It was described as rewriting what it means to succeed and being a playbook for chasing potential, containing over 100 never-before-seen photos.

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From NBA champion Stephen Curry comes Shot Ready, a powerful, never-before-seen look at the mindset that changed the game.

The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health

Rheeda Walker

This book was mentioned in passing during the host's positive note about their fourth annual mental wealth expo, featuring the author as a speaker.

Always Look on the Bright Side of Life

Eric Idle

A recent episode featured a conversation with Julianne Hough, who discussed her book and how she felt whole after unraveling a lot in recent years.

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I feel really whole. I feel like the last few years I've really unraveled a lot which is part of what this book is about. And I really feel so content which is a word that used to scare the crap out of me and I love that word now.