Caught Readhanded
68 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago -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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Topics from a broken people's playlist by Chimeka Garricks
February 10, 2024 15:00 - 58 minutes - 54.4 MBHosts: 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. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Couch Conversations: Topics inspired from Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
November 20, 2023 03:57 - 1 hour - 87.2 MBA 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 --- Send in a voice message: htt...
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
November 19, 2023 14:28 - 1 hour - 105 MBThis 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 accla...
Of This Our Country: Essays from some of Nigeria’s greatest writers, including Ayobami Adebayo, Inua Ellams, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Helon Habila, Chigozie Obioma, Bolu Babalola and more
September 23, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBA book that showcases personal essays from 24 Nigerian writers, 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 ...
The Shadow King by Maaza Mengiste
August 26, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 84.6 MBHosts: Comfort, Dumebi, Temi, and Moyo (Recorded Fall, 2022) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Anthills of the Savannah by Chinua Achebe
June 11, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 87.8 MBHosts: Temi and Dumebi --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
The One who knows me by Joan Embola
January 21, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 79.1 MBHosts: 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. ...
Wahala by Nikki May
November 19, 2022 19:09 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBA story of friendship and betrayal. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
My sister the serial killer
September 24, 2022 15:14 - 2 hours - 124 MBdumebi, temi, comfort and a special guest, Naza --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/caught-readhanded/support
My sister the serial killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite
September 24, 2022 15:14 - 2 hours - 124 MBAn 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/c...
Yinka, where is your huzband? By Lizzie Damilola Blackburn
September 09, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBTemi, Dumebi and a special guest Osahon discuss the book, relationships and marriage. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
A bigger Picture: My fight to bring a New African Voice to the Climate Crisis by Vanessa Nakate
September 02, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 94.9 MBAn insightful book review and discussion on Climate Change and effects on Africa with Temi, Comfort, Dumebi and Moyo. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi
August 12, 2022 13:00 - 50 minutes - 46.8 MBWe 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 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
10.20.20: Our thoughts on End sars (The importance of History, Nigerians relocating abroad and the future of Nigeria and its government).
July 10, 2022 12:53 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBLet 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! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Nearly all the men in Lagos are mad by Damilare Kuku
June 02, 2022 17:24 - 1 hour - 103 MBAn adventure through this exciting book filled with short stories and gist. Hosts: Dumebi, Comfort, Temi, and Moyo. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Happiness Like Water by Chinelo Okparanta
April 24, 2022 15:48 - 1 hour - 84.6 MBA deep dive into this collection of short stories and a reflection on our lives with our hosts: Dumebi, Comfort and Temi. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Butter Honey Pig Bread by Francesca Ekwuyasi
March 19, 2022 11:00 - 59 minutes - 55.1 MBAn in-depth review with stories from Dumebi and Temi --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Everything Good Will Come by Sefi Atta
February 05, 2022 17:45 - 1 hour - 73.3 MBHappy new year from your hosts: Dumebi, Comfort, Temi and Bawa. We also share our thoughts on 2021 and our hopes for 2022. Thank you all for your support and send us messages on instagram @caught_readhanded. We want to hear your thoughts on the books as well. Have a good week ahead! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Mini Episode: Life transforming advice that has stuck with us
October 18, 2021 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MBJoin us for another mini-episode where we share more with you. Please send us your thoughts as well. We will like to hear your thoughts on the different topics we talk about and your suggestions for new topics. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Second Class Citizen by Buchi Emecheta
October 17, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 81.9 MBHosts: Dumebi, Temi , Comfort and Ibie. We share our thoughts on the book and how we relate to it. Join us every month and follow us on our journey. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Mini Episode: Fear and Phobia
September 29, 2021 15:00 - 36 minutes - 34.2 MBHosts: Temi and Dumebi --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Girl, Woman, Other by Bernadine Evaristo
September 29, 2021 12:00 - 2 hours - 138 MBHosts: Dumebi and Temi --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
I do not come to you by chance by Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani
August 05, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 83.2 MBHosts: Dumebi, Temi, Ibie, Comfort and Osahon --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Mini episode: Sharing Our Journey with Body Confidence
August 03, 2021 15:27 - 1 hour - 96.7 MBHosts: Dumebi, Ibie, Comfort, Temi and Osahon --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Friendship: How to make friends in a new place and how to be a good friend.
July 08, 2021 11:36 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBMini episode about friendship. We share our stories and tips. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Ghana must go by Taiye Selasi
July 05, 2021 00:32 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBHosts: Dumebi, Comfort, Moyo and Temi --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Love in Color by Bolu Babalola
May 31, 2021 13:03 - 1 hour - 111 MBJoin us as we explore the world of love through stories. Warning ⚠️ : Spoilers in the episode. Hosts: Comfort, Dumebi and Moyo --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Mini Episode: Love Languages and how they affect our relationships
May 29, 2021 17:38 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBHosts: Comfort (@its_comphee), Dumebi (@dumeebi) and Moyo. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Daughters who walk this path by Yejide Kilanko
May 22, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 83.9 MBHosts: Dumebi, Comfort, Ibie, Osahon, Moyo --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Week Recap: First hand experience with the Volcanic Eruption in St. Vincent, Lockdown in another country and more
May 15, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 69 MBThis is a special episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Mini Episode: Thoughts on Prenuptial agreements
May 15, 2021 14:00 - 16 minutes - 15.6 MBPrenup or not? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Mini episode: Relocation and Culture Shock
April 10, 2021 15:00 - 36 minutes - 34.2 MBA fun discussion about relocation and culture shock with hosts: Dumebi, Comfort, Osahon and Samuel. We live in the US, Canada, Ireland and the UK and we moved here from Nigeria. The excerpt is from the book, Questions for Ada by Ijeoma Umebinyuo. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
A Girl is a Body of Water by Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi
April 01, 2021 13:18 - 1 hour - 75.4 MBA insightful coming of age story that includes character growth, the power of storytelling and life lessons. Join us as we discuss this book and how it relates to us. Hosts: Dumebi, Comfort and Samuel. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Mini episode: Can boys and girls be best friends?
March 15, 2021 15:00 - 35 minutes - 33.2 MBGet to know our take on fun topics. Feel free to send us topics you would like us to discuss by DM on our instagram @caught_readhanded Music by https://www.bensound.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Episode 6: Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa Gyasi
February 27, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 90.7 MBAnother episode with our insights from this incredible book. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Episode 5: Zikora by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
February 20, 2021 12:08 - 1 hour - 106 MBAnother fun episode with books and tea. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Episode 4: The fishermen by Chigozie Obioma
February 03, 2021 12:18 - 1 hour - 107 MBOur last episode in 2020. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Episode 3: Soft magic (Part 3)
February 03, 2021 12:16 - 1 hour - 104 MBThe final discussion of Soft magic. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/caught-readhanded/support
Episode 2: Soft Magic (Part 2)
February 02, 2021 21:50 - 1 hour - 109 MBHosts: Dumebi, Comfort, Bawa and Tolu --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Episode 1: Soft Magic (Part 1)
February 02, 2021 12:08 - 1 hour - 92.6 MBThe first episode of Season 3. Join us for another exciting season!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Episode 13: Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
November 20, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 82.8 MBIn this final episode of season 2, join us on an eventful journey through the life of an family in Pre-colonial Nigeria. It was a fun episode and we shared our stories as well. Hosted by Dumebi, Comfort, Ibie and Stephanie. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Episode 12: The Girl with the Louding Voice by Abi Dare
November 07, 2020 12:03 - 1 hour - 72.7 MBOne of our favorite books so far. A story a girl who dared to dream. Join us as we discuss this amazing book. Hosted by: Dumebi, Comfort, Bawa, Ibie and Tolu Mbanugo --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Episode 11: Stay With Me by Ayobami Adebayo
November 07, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBJoin us as we discuss this insightful and amazing book as it relates to our lives. Hosted by: Dumebi, Comfort, Bawa and Tolu Mbanugo --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Episode 10: From our heart to yours, Here are our favorite writings.
October 16, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 92.9 MBJoin us as we discuss and share our favorite poems on love, self love, growth and life. Hosted by Dumebi, Comfort, Victor (Bawa), Ibie, Stephanie and Temi. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Episode 9: The Call by Unini Mosimabale (An interview with the Author)
October 09, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 95.5 MBJoin us a profound discussion with the author Unini Mosimabale. It was an amazing time filled with unique perspective and insights. Interview at 27:50 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Episode 8: Swallow by Sefi Atta
October 02, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBJoin us for as we discuss this book that stirs up feelings of nostalgia. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Episode 7: The Hairdresser of Harare by Huchu Tendai
September 26, 2020 04:40 - 1 hour - 72.5 MBJoin us as we discuss this book filled with twists and turns set in Zimbabwe and how it relates to our lives. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Episode 6: Chike and the River by Chinua Achebe
September 18, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBJoin us as we discuss the adventures of Chike and the River and how it relates to our lives . --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Self expression on the topic “Because I am young ...”
September 11, 2020 11:00 - 59 minutes - 55.3 MBJoin us as we share our personal writings on the topic “Because I am young ...” --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support
Episode 4: What it means when a man falls from the sky (Part 3)
September 04, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBJoin us as we end these series. It was an amazing book and we share about ourselves too🎈 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/caught-readhanded/support