Caught Readhanded

By Caught Readhanded Bookclub

This is a podcast that encourages beginners like us to read and reflect on our thoughts. We get together every month to discuss new books by African authors and have conversations on topics inspired by them from a Christian perspective. In this podcast, we have fun sharing our stories, banter and learn from each other. So, grab some popcorn, sit back, relax and enjoy the tea! We are a group of individuals who love Jesus and love reading books.

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My sister the serial killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite

Caught Readhanded Sep 24, 2022

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Topics from a broken people's playlist by Chimeka Garricks

Hosts: Temi and Dumebi. A collection of short stories inspired by songs and with a playlist? Sign us up. Join us as we discuss the topics in these stories from a Christian perspective.

Feb 10, 202458:46

Couch Conversations: Topics inspired from Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

A young Nigerian woman named Ifemelu migrates to the United States, grappling with race, relationships, and identity issues.
This story inspires a conversation on self-pressure, mental health, fasting, our relationship with God, culture, race, and hope for the future. (Recorded January 2023)

Time Stamps:
01:05 Month Recap and Goals for 2023.
(Still relevant in 2024) 11:55 Book Introduction and Summary
16:54 Book Discussion

Nov 20, 202301:34:15

Couch Conversations: Topics inspired from 'Of This Our Country': Essays from some of Nigeria’s greatest writers, including Ayobami Adebayo, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Bolu Babalola and more

This book inspires the topics discussed in this episode with personal essays from 24 Nigerian writers, and a more complete and authentic image of the country comes to light. The book delves into the complexities and paradoxes of patriotism, the influence of social class and privilege in Nigerian society, the tension between traditional customs and the diasporic way of life, and the potency of storytelling and its intrinsic association with Nigeria’s history.

In this collection, highly acclaimed and award-winning writers share their unique memories and experiences of Nigeria, providing an insider's perspective of a country whose influence can be felt worldwide.

With essays from Nels Abbey, Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀, Yomi Adegoke, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Oyinkan Akande, Ike Anya, Sefi Atta, Bolu Babalola, J K Chukwu, Abi Daré, Inua Ellams
Chịkọdịlị Emelụmadụ, Caleb Femi, Helon Habila, Abubakar Adam Ibrahim, Anietie Isong, Okey Ndibe, Chigozie Obioma, Irenosen Okojie, Cheluchi Onyemelukwe, Lola Shoneyin, Umar Turaki, Chika Unigwe and Hafsa Zayyan.

Nov 19, 202301:53:14

The Shadow King by Maaza Mengiste

Hosts: Comfort, Dumebi, Temi, and Moyo (Recorded Fall, 2022)

Aug 26, 202301:31:23

Anthills of the Savannah by Chinua Achebe

Hosts: Temi and Dumebi

Jun 11, 202301:35:52

The One who knows me by Joan Embola

Hosts: Dumebi, Comfort and Temi.

This book is the first in Joan Embola's sovereign love series. A Christian romance novel that reminds us why we must hold unto God in hard seasons and not run from Him.

In it, we followed Teeyana and Jayden on a rough journey through the familiar streets of hope, loss, anguish, anger, and grace.

If anything, it reveals that having control is exhausting, and we should try giving it up to the only one who knows us.

In this episode, we discuss our thoughts on the book and share our stories as related to the themes of the book. It’s a different book from any that we have read and we look forward to sharing it with you.

Let us know your thoughts by DM on Instagram @caught_readhanded. Thank you for listening.

Jan 21, 202301:25:31

Wahala by Nikki May

A story of friendship and betrayal.

Nov 19, 202201:09:53

My sister the serial killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite

An unexpected and exciting book guaranteed to keep you on your toes. It is a book about Korede and Ayoola, who survived an abusive childhood and are in many ways changed by it. Korede is a nurse and big sister who lived like her life’s purpose was to protect her younger sister. Ayoola, beautiful, bored; in summary (A femme Fatale). Join us for an exciting episode. Hosts: Dumebi, Temi, Comfort, and a special guest, Naza

Sep 24, 202202:13:27

Yinka, where is your huzband? By Lizzie Damilola Blackburn

Temi, Dumebi and a special guest Osahon discuss the book, relationships and marriage.

Sep 09, 202201:18:29

A bigger Picture: My fight to bring a New African Voice to the Climate Crisis by Vanessa Nakate

An insightful book review and discussion on Climate Change and effects on Africa with Temi, Comfort, Dumebi and Moyo.

Sep 02, 202201:42:29

Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi

We discussed the book and how we relate to the characters. It was an amazing read and our first fantasy read. Hosts: Dumebi, Temi and Moyo

Aug 12, 202250:32

10.20.20: Our thoughts on End sars (The importance of History, Nigerians relocating abroad and the future of Nigeria and its government).

Let us know your thoughts on instagram @caught_readhanded. If you have any feedback, please let us know by DM on Instagram. We hope you have a good month!

Jul 10, 202201:00:40