A Book and a Cigar Podcast

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  • 5.0 (11)
  • BOOKS
  • UPDATED BIWEEKLY

A Book and a Cigar is more than a podcast. It’s a vibe where we are LIT in every sense of the word. In this podcast, good books meet smooth smokes. Each week, we dive into captivating reads, share honest reviews, and pair them with the perfect cigar. Whether you’re here for the stories, the cigars, or a little soulful conversation, grab your favorite read and light one up… this is your cozy corner to unwind, laugh, and connect.

Episodes

  1. FEB 1

    Episode 108: “Turned to Stone, Lit by Smoke: I, Medusa”

    In this episode, I’m joined by Ro for a slow-burning conversation on I, Medusa… a powerful retelling that challenges the myth of the monster and centers the woman behind it. Through smoke-filled reflection, we explore Medusa as a survivor shaped by violence, punishment, and the male gaze, unpacking themes of power, femininity, and who gets to control the narrative. This episode asks what happens when a woman once feared finally tells her own story. Light up, lean back, and let the smoke settle. This episode contains explicit language and mature themes.

    1h 2m

  2. JAN 18

    Episode 107: “Love in the Ashes: Healing with Kennedy Ryan”

    In this episode, it’s all vibes, laughs, and love as I’m joined by @sodanyale to chat about Kennedy Ryan’s Skyland Series. Nothing heavy, nothing stiff… just a super chill conversation about the characters, the romance, the emotions, and why Kennedy Ryan writes Black love the way she does. We talk favorite moments, real reactions, and the kind of love stories that feel full, intentional, and earned. Light up a cigar, get comfortable, and enjoy the conversation. This episode contains explicit language and mature themes.

    1h 5m

  3. JAN 4

    Episode 106: “Southern Smoke: The Grace and Grit of S. A. Cosby”

    In this first episode of 2026, we’re kicking off the year with laughs, side comments, and a whole lot of love for S. A. Cosby, joined by the hilarious @read_withree. This isn’t a stiff literary breakdown… it’s a relaxed, funny conversation about Cosby’s books, his characters, the chaos, the commentary, and why his stories hit the way they do. Expect jokes, tangents, and honest reactions as we talk reading Black crime fiction the way we actually do in real life. Pull up a chair, light something nice, and enjoy the conversation. This episode contains explicit language and mature themes.

    1h 3m

  4. 12/14/2025

    Episode 104: “Lighting Up the Past: A Cigar Chat on Before the Coffee Gets Cold Series”

    In this episode, we’re diving into the enchanting Before the Coffee Gets Cold series… a heartwarming and bittersweet journey through time, love, and the choices that shape us. From quiet café conversations to moments that linger long after the last sip, we explore the stories of connection, regret, and second chances that make this series unforgettable. Join me as I break down each book, discuss the symbolic rules of time travel, and share reflections on what these tender stories teach us about life, love, and the magic in everyday moments. Grab your coffee (or cigar) and get ready to savor every moment before it cools.

    18 min

  5. 11/28/2025

    Episode 103: “Smoke & Suspense: Unpacking the Twisted Worlds of Tiffany D. Jackson”

    In this episode, Jada and I spark up a deep dive into the dark, addictive worlds of Tiffany D. Jackson. From her mind-bending thrillers to her unforgettable characters, we’re breaking down her entire catalog, including the twists that shook us, the themes that hit home, and the stories we’re still thinking about. Pull up, get comfortable, and enjoy this mother-daughter conversation wrapped in smoke, suspense, and all the chaos Tiffany delivers.

    48 min

  6. 11/28/2025

    Episode 102: “Lit Conversations: The Perfect Marriage and The Perfect Divorce”

    In this episode, my husband, Anton and I light up a conversation about The Perfect Marriage and The Perfect Divorce by Jeneva Rose. We’re breaking down the twists, the mess, the motives, and the moments that had us side-eyeing every character. Pour something smooth, spark up if you want, and join us as we unpack two books that prove nothing is ever as perfect as it seems.

    43 min

  7. 11/28/2025

    Episode 101: “Welcome to the Lit Lounge”

    In this first episode, I’m sharing who I am, how A Book and a Cigar started, and what you can expect every time you step into the Lit Lounge with me. Think books, real talk, and a little smoke to set the vibe.

    15 min
  • 7 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

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About

A Book and a Cigar is more than a podcast. It’s a vibe where we are LIT in every sense of the word. In this podcast, good books meet smooth smokes. Each week, we dive into captivating reads, share honest reviews, and pair them with the perfect cigar. Whether you’re here for the stories, the cigars, or a little soulful conversation, grab your favorite read and light one up… this is your cozy corner to unwind, laugh, and connect.

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