Capital XTRA Book Club with Leah Davis

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In this Capital XTRA pod, host Leah Davis sits down with legendary and rising black authors to delve into their latest written work. From gripping fiction to inspiring self-help books, Leah has created a space which uplifts and highlights black voices, while educating audiences on topics like racial injustice, female empowerment and more.

  1. Vol 12: Stuart Lawrence - Growing Up Black In Britain

    10/17/2023 · BONUS

    Vol 12: Stuart Lawrence - Growing Up Black In Britain

    For this Black History Month bonus episode, Leah is joined by Stuart Lawrence, brother of Stephen Lawrence, a teenager murdered in a racially motivated attack in 1993. In Growing Up Black In Britain, Stuart talks to seven inspirational figures about their childhood experiences, as well as sharing insight into his own story. Contributors include, Alison Hammond, Kye Whyte and Lolly Adefope.  This is a collection of courageous, thought-provoking and ultimately hopeful pieces set to educate and inspire young people.

    29 min
  2. Vol 11: Guvna B - Where Grandad Lives

    10/15/2023

    Vol 11: Guvna B - Where Grandad Lives

    Leah is joined by rapper, author and broadcaster Guvna B to discuss his children's books 'Where Grandad Lives'. In 2017, Guvna B lost his dad unexpectedly and had to explain what had happened to his son Ezra. In response to this difficult time he decided with his wife Emma to write a story to help other parents and children discuss grief and loss together.

    24 min
  3. Vol 10: Natalie & Naomi Evans - Everyday Action, Everyday Change

    10/08/2023

    Vol 10: Natalie & Naomi Evans - Everyday Action, Everyday Change

    Leah is joined by change makers, sisters and founders of Everyday Racism Natalie & Naomi Evans. In this inspiring guide readers are delivered empowering advice for dealing with the issues we see, hear about and face every day, from racism and sexism to homophobia and ableism, providing you with achievable everyday actions to create change!

    31 min
  4. Vol 9: Kelechi Okafor - Edge of Here

    10/01/2023

    Vol 9: Kelechi Okafor - Edge of Here

    Leah is joined this week by podcaster, writer & actress Kelechi Okafor. Her debut story collection Edge Of Here combines the ancient and the ultramodern to explore tales of contemporary Black womanhood, asking questions about the way we live now and offering a glimpse into our near future. A thought provoking read for fans of TV series like Black Mirror.

    26 min
  5. Vol 8: Dawn Butler MP - A Purposeful Life

    09/24/2023

    Vol 8: Dawn Butler MP - A Purposeful Life

    Leah is joined by Dawn Butler, the trailblazing Labour MP for Brent Central to speak about her book A Purposeful Life. She reveals a fascinating insight into both the personal and political sides of her journey and spills some tea along the way!

    29 min
  6. Vol 7: Tskenya Frazer - A Quick Ting On: Black British Businesses

    09/17/2023

    Vol 7: Tskenya Frazer - A Quick Ting On: Black British Businesses

    Leah is joined by Tskenya Frazer, an award-winning Forbes featured business leader and diversity, branding and sustainability specialist to speak about her new book. With the powerful rise of Black British culture, Black British entrepreneurship has rapidly become a point of great conversation. A Quick Ting On: Black British Businesses looks back on significant moments in Black British entrepreneurship, exploring the struggles, success and unique circumstances that face Black British businesses Reading List: A Quick Ting On: Black British Businesses - Tskenya Frazer Great Gatsby - F Scott Fitzgerald Rosewater - Liv Little Hunger - Roxane Gay

    31 min
  7. Vol 6: Jimi Famurewa - Settlers

    09/10/2023

    Vol 6: Jimi Famurewa - Settlers

    Leah is joined by food critic and writer Jimi Famurewa. His book Settlers journeys through the hidden yet vibrant world of African London, exploring what it is to be Black, African and British. Reading List: Settlers - Jimi Famurewa The Lonely Londoners - Same Selvon Cross Roads - Jonathon Franzen White Teeth - Zadie Smith

    34 min
  8. Vol 5: Kenny Imafidon - That Peckham Boy

    09/03/2023

    Vol 5: Kenny Imafidon - That Peckham Boy

    Leah is joined by entrepreneur, author, and social commentator Kenny Imafidon to speak about That Peckham Boy. Kenny was charged with a murder on joint enterprise aged just 18, he spent 6 long months in prison before being freed. His real-life manifesto That Peckham Boy details it all and calls for positive change for those on the fringes of society

    23 min
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In this Capital XTRA pod, host Leah Davis sits down with legendary and rising black authors to delve into their latest written work. From gripping fiction to inspiring self-help books, Leah has created a space which uplifts and highlights black voices, while educating audiences on topics like racial injustice, female empowerment and more.

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