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A book club for readers who believe rest is resistance. Tiffany and Melanie go deep on books about resilience, healing, and empowerment.
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October 12, 2026 · 1h 18m
Episode Summary: Mel and Tiff begin a new book, The Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley exploring chapters 1-18. They share travel and wellness updates, including Melanie earning her PADI Open Water certification in Florida, Tiffany planning to get certified in the Dominican Republic, and both discussing cycling, potential bike touring, and waning interest in climbing. Join us next time as we continue the book discussion reading chapters 19-35. Episode Chapters: 00:00 Intro & Check-Ins 19:39 Introducing Firekeeper's Daughter 20:22 Author Background And Adaptation 27:40 Plot Setup Daunis Fontaine 01:09:22 Reading Plans And Wrap Up Resources & Links: Angeline Boulley's Website Black Owned Book Store Directory Directory of Public Libraries Connect With Us! 📸 Instagram: @wordsinthewildpod 🎥 YouTube: @wordsinthewildpod 📩 Email: firstoutdoorco@ 💬 Join the Email List: Join the Club 💰 Leave a Tip Remember to share, follow and leave a review. Thanks for listening and being part of our wellness journey!
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Sep 28, 2026 · 1h 48m
Episode Summary:Mel and Tiff wrap up the discussion of James revealing an unexpected twist. Join us on the next episode as we begin reading Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley chapters 1-18.Episode Chapters:00:00 Intro & Check-Ins16:35 Book Recap01:44:58 Wrap Up Resources & Links:Angeline Boulley's WebsiteBlack Owned Book Store DirectoryDirectory of Public LibrariesConnect With Us!📸 Instagram: @wordsinthewildpod🎥 YouTube: @wordsinthewildpod📩 Email: firstoutdoorco@gmail.com💬 Join the Email List: Join the Club💰 Leave a TipRemember to share, follow and leave a review. Thanks for listening and being part of our wellness journey!
Sep 14, 2026 · 1h 18m
Episode Summary:Mel and Tiff begin a new book, James by Percival Everett exploring chapters 1 - 15. The book is a unique reimagining of Mark Train's Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.Episode Chapters:00:00 Intro & Wellness Check-Ins10:30 Book Discussion01:17:33 Wrapping Up and Next ReadResources & Links:Learn more about Percival EverettBlack Owned Book Store DirectoryDirectory of Public LibrariesConnect With Us!📸 Instagram: @wordsinthewildpod🎥 YouTube: @wordsinthewildpod📩 Email: firstoutdoorco@gmail.com💬 Join the Email List: Join the Club💰 Leave a TipRemember to share, follow and leave a review. Thanks for listening and being part of our wellness journey!
Aug 24, 2026 · 58m
Episode Summary:Mel and Tiff conclude Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi discussing chapters 61 through the end.Episode Chapters:00:00 Intro & Check-Ins00:34 Trailer Talk and Adaptation Hype13:56 Torture Scene and YA Debate36:51 Healing Talk With Amari48:31 Ritual Restores Magic50:40 Final Thoughts And Ships56:32 Next Read And WrapResources & Links:Tome Adeyemi's WebsiteBlack Owned Book Store DirectoryDirectory of Public LibrariesConnect With Us!📸 Instagram: @wordsnthewild🎥 YouTube: @wordsinthewildpod📩 Email: firstoutdoorco@gmail.com💬 Join the E-Newsletter: Join the Club💰 Leave a TipRemember to share, follow and leave a review. Thanks for listening and being part of our wellness journey!
Aug 10, 2026 · 1h 30m
Episode Summary:Mel and Tiff continue discussing Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi discussing chapters 35-60. Episode Chapters:00:00 Intro & Check-Ins19:51 Family Legacy And Abuse29:48 Animations Versus Burner48:31 Underground Community Alliance52:52 Zane Trauma And Validity55:48 Dreamscape Magic Questions58:49 Choosing Your Magi Type01:04:05 Zane Catches The Moment01:16:50 Kiss Fallout And War Horns01:25:34 Final Thoughts And Sign OffResources & Links:Tome Adeyemi's WebsiteBlack Owned Book Store DirectoryDirectory of Public LibrariesConnect With Us!📸 Instagram: @wordsinthewildpod🎥 YouTube: @wordsinthewildpod📩 Email: firstoutdoorco@gmail.com💬 Join the E-Newsletter: Join the Club💰 Leave a TipRemember to share, follow and leave a review. Thanks for listening and being part of our wellness journey!
Jul 27, 2026 · 1h 24m
Episode Summary:Mel and Tiff continue discussing Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi discussing chapters 14-34. We also chat about the drama surrounding the upcoming film adaptation.Episode Chapters:00:00 Intro & Check-Ins14:56 Adaptation Drama News25:37 Book Breakdown Setup27:29 Inan Magic Awakening46:16 Ibeji Arena Rumors47:29 Amari and Binta51:02 Zelie and Lost Spirits54:18 Anan Dream Magic57:03 Kaya Confrontation Fallout01:01:25 Anan Powers Theories01:10:52 Victory and New Nicknames01:13:15 Romance Ships DebateResources & Links:Tome Adeyemi's WebsiteBlack Owned Book Store DirectoryDirectory of Public LibrariesConnect With Us!📸 Instagram: @wordsinthewildpod🎥 YouTube: @wordsinthewildpod📩 Email: firstoutdoorco@gmail.com💬 Join the E-Newsletter: Join the Club💰 Leave a TipRemember to share, follow and leave a review. Thanks for listening and being part of our wellness journey!
Jul 13, 2026 · 1h 28m
Episode Summary:Mel and Tiff discuss chapters 1–13 of Children of Blood and Bone, introducing Zélie, Amari, and Inan as a stolen scroll reignites the possibility of returning magic in Orisha. They explore the early themes of oppression, rebellion, and destiny as the characters are forced onto a dangerous quest to restore what was taken.Episode Chapters:00:29 Music Wellness Check04:51 New Book Reveal07:25 About the Author12:51 Chapter One Breakdown44:06 Scroll Awakens Ashé46:55 Gods and Curses47:36 Back to Ilorin54:59 Quest Vision Revealed01:02:59 Shipping Predictions01:23:44 Final Thoughts WrapWellness Song:Swim with Me by BrayeResources & Links:Tome Adeyemi's WebsiteBlack Owned Book Store DirectoryDirectory of Public LibrariesConnect With Us!📸 Instagram: @wordsinthewildpod🎥 YouTube: @wordsinthewildpod📩 Email: firstoutdoorco@gmail.com💬 Join the E-Newsletter: Join the Club💰 Leave a TipRemember to share, follow and leave a review. Thanks for listening and being part of our wellness journey!
Jun 29, 2026 · 1h 44m
Episode Summary:On this episode of Words in the Wild, Mel and Tiff return to wrap up their discussion on Piranesi, concluding with parts 4 - 7.Episode Chapters:00:00 Intro & Check-Ins19:04 Book Recap01:10:27 Wrapping Up and Next ReadResources & Links:Learn more about Susanna ClarkeBlack Owned Book Store DirectoryDirectory of Public LibrariesConnect With Us!📸 Instagram: @wordsnthewild📩 Email: wordsnthewild@gmail.com💬 Join the Email Monthly Newsletter: Join the Club💰 Leave a TipRemember to share, follow and leave a review. Thanks for listening and being part of our wellness journey!
Jun 15, 2026 · 1h 47m
Episode Summary:On this episode of Words in the Wild, Mel and Tiff return and begin discussing part 1 - 3 of Piranesi by Susanna Clarke.Episode Chapters:00:00 Intro & Wellness Check-Ins16:04 Book Overview23:22 Part 1: Piranesi39:27 Part 2: The Other01:13:18 Part 3: The ProphetResources & Links:Learn more about Susanna ClarkeBlack Owned Book Store DirectoryDirectory of Public LibrariesConnect With Us!📸 Instagram: @wordsnthewild📩 Email: wordsnthewild@gmail.com💬 Join the Email Monthly Newsletter: Join the Club💰 Leave a TipRemember to share, follow and leave a review. Thanks for listening and being part of our wellness journey!
Jun 3, 2026 · 1h 22m
Episode Summary:On this episode of Words in the Wild, Mel and Tiff wrap up Part Two of Toni Morrison’s Sula while reflecting on recent life transitions and the need for digital detox and creative focus. Episode Chapters:00:00:19 - Intro & Wellness Check-In00:22:15 - Book Intro00:25:22 - Year of 191900:30:42 - Year of 192000:38:08 - Year of 192100:49:32 - Year of 192201:04:07 - Year of 192301:14:02 - Year of 1927Resources & Links:Toni Morrison Society WebsiteBlack Owned Book Store DirectoryDirectory of Public LibrariesConnect With Us!📸 Instagram: @wordsnthewild🎥 YouTube: @wordsnthewild📩 Email: wordsnthewild@gmail.com💬 Join the Email List: Join the Club💰 Leave a TipRemember to share, follow and leave a review. Thanks for listening and being part of our wellness journey!