Malik's Bookshelf

On the eve of the 2024 Presidential Election, Malik shares his thoughts on the divided state of our nation, and his concerns for our future on matter who is elected president.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's an "Antwone Fisher" experience as Malik's wife April finds her lost family members after 50 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With just a few weeks until the election, Malik gives his thoughts on identity politics and if America is still a racist country. E-mail: RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik scored an interview with Caron Butler…a 14 year NBA veteran.  He and Justin A. Reynolds collaborated on a book called Clutch Time: A Shot Clock Novel! Next up, an interview with Trisha Thomas who wrote The Secret Keeper of Main Street: A Novel…she went from dress shop owner to 4-time author! And Malik has a question…which is more likely to end this world: Climate Change or Nuclear War?  Something to think about…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, an interview with Chanté Griffin, author of “Loving Your Black Neighbor as Yourself” Plus, Malik caught up with bilingual actress and entrepreneur Yvonne Senat Jones! And Amber Grimes interviews Wallo267, who  spent twenty years in and out of the prison system before restarting his life…about his new book “Armed with Good Intentions”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik was also invited to Tavis Smiley’s 60th birthday party and celebration of his Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award from President Joe Biden! Dr. Cornel West was in the house and Malik got a sound bite from him about the importance of reading!  Hear it here! And Malik interviews Jessica and Parker Curry about their book “Parker Looks Up” and Parker’s viral moment with a portrait of Michelle Obama at the National Portrait Gallery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik recently read the book, The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts by Gary Chapman.  So he took the discussion to family, and had a deep discussion about love with his wife, April and his teenagers, Mecca and Zaire. Also, Malik interview Cin Fabré about her new book Wolf Hustle: A Black Woman on Wall Street…soon to be a movie!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another big week at Malik Books!  Tavis Smiley was there to discuss "The Covenant with Black America: 20 Years Later".  Smiley spoke at Malik Books, along with Connie Rice, Mark Ridley-Thomas, Tyrone Howard, Melina Abdullah, Alisa Orduna and Cornel West!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big events coming up at Malik Books!  Jay Ellis is talking with Issa Rae about his new book Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend (Or Just Me) Adventures in Boyhood!  August 13th at the Miracle Theatre in Inglewood! Plus, the Covenant with Black America by Tavis Smiley celebrates 20 years…and Tavis revisits it with a free re-launch party for the community on August 14th! In this episode, Malik talks about the importance to literacy to the community, and reviews The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons of Personal Change by Stephen Covey E-mail: RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik has his thoughts on a tumultuous week in politics...President Biden is OUT...and all hail, Queen Kamala!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik has thoughts on the big news event this weekend out of Pennsylvania, and he takes the temperature of patrons inside Malik Books as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik is just back from the Essence Festival with a full report! And he wrestles with two questions that have been on his mind over the past few weeks... What's a Black Job? What is Your Time Worth? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik wraps an incredible month of June at Malik Books with an in-store interview with superstar Tiffany Haddish! Plus, Malik's thoughts on reparations. E-mail: RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nikole Hannah-Jones was in conversation with Angela Rye at the Miracle Theatre in Inglewood!  Malik grabbed her backstage to talk exclusively for the podcast! Bakari Sellers was at Malik Books in conversation with Areva Martin, and Malik taled to him backstage for the podcast as well! Ciera Rogers discusses her new book, The Outsider Advantage: Because You Don't Need to Fit in to Win! Coming soon: Taraji P. Henson, Victor Luckerson, Tiffany Haddish and Issa Rae! E-mail: RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June is HOT at Malik Books!  Ciera Rogers!  Taraji P. Henson!  Tiffany Haddish!  Bakari Sellers! Nikole Hannah-Jones!  Victor Luckerson!  They all preview their appearances here! And Malik was interviewed at Sole Folks in Leimert Park about 3 things he is grateful for…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik talks to students at Pepperdine University on the hot topic of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Plus a preview of what will be an explosive month of June at Malik Books!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The streets are talking…and Malik has thoughts on the Sean Diddy Combs news. And look who stopped by Malik Books this week!  Shaunie Henderson!  She was married to Shaquille O’Neal and started the TV show, Basketball Wives!  She’s also the author of the new book Undefeated: Changing the Rules and Winning on My Own Terms.  She sat down at Malik Books to be interviewed by KTLA’s Jasmine Simpkins! E-mail: RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a BIG WEEK Malik Books! Malik got to interview Grace Byers, author of the book I Am Enough! And then he moderated a discussion with LaDarrion Williams, and heard the powerful story of getting his book Blood at the Root published! E-mail: RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A big month ahead at Malik Books! MAY 7- LaDarrion Williams discussing his book Blood at the Root MAY 11- Grace Byers, author of the book I Am Enough, with FREE BOOKS for kids at Cleveland High School! MAY 15- Shaunie Henderson, creator of “Basketball Wives” and ex-wife of Shaquille O’Neal will be at Malik Books to talk about her book Undefeated: Changing the Rules and Winning On My Own Terms. And Malik shares a heartfelt message he has for his daughter…about being a father, and a coach and how proud he is of his daughter for all that she has overcome. E-mail: RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the occasion of his 100th Podcast, Malik looks back on what has brought him to this moment, as well as this week’s visit from Ryan Seacrest and 102.7 KIIS-FM. Plus, in honor of Independent Bookstore Day, Malik welcomes Dr. Thomishia Booker, author of the children’s books Brown Boy Joy and My Brown Skin! E-mail: RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik spent the weekend at the LA Times Festival of Books at USC and interviewed the one and only TIFFANY HADDISH! Malik also caught up with Dr. Muriel Buque, author of Break the Cycle: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma. And he has all the details on Ryan Seacrest’s visit to Malik Books this Thursday (4/25) at the Westfield Culver City Mall! E-mail: Malik@MalikBooks.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik has a big week ahead as he approaches his 100th episode!  A full rundown on all the authors being featured at Malik’s booth at the LA Times Festival of Books.  Malik is an official exhibitor and also is hosting the Children’s Stage!  Check out the schedule on Instagram: @MalikBooks And this week, he hosts an interview with Omekongo Dibinga PhD, author of Lies About Black People: How to Combat Racist Stereotypes and Why It Matters. E-mail: Malik@MalikBooks.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik “the Hype Man of Books” was honored to speak at the Black to the Future panel during Black History Month.  Malik discusses the future of the Black Community in Los Angeles, along with panelists Jasson Crockett from Snap Inc., and Tammy Tumbling from the Orange County Community Foundation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik welcomes podcaster, social media influencer, author, preacher, businessman and Inglewood's own Tim Ross for a lively conversation before a live audience at Malik Books!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik has a sit down with NAACP Image Award nominee  Lid’ya C. Rivera, author of I Absolutely, Positively Love My Spots…for a deep discussion about life with vitiligo. E-mail Malik@MalikBooks.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik unveils his new podcast studio! This week at the book store, April caught up with author, actor, host and documentarian Marcellus Reynolds, author of Supreme Sirens: Iconic Black Women Who Revolutionized Music. Meanwhile, Malik discusses diversity, equity and inclusion with Dr. Thelá Thatch, author of The Diversity Dilemma: A Survivor’s Guide for Diversity and Inclusion Good Doers. And a very serious conversation with author Adrienne Alexander, who wrote the children’s books Don’t Touch My No No Parts. E-mail Malik@MalikBooks.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik is back at 100% and out in the community all week long! This week, he spoke at the Black History Celebration at Adams Elementary!   And took part in a conversation at Pilgrim Elementary! He also hosted Black Children Book Week at Malik Books!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s another epic Black History Month Celebration at Malik Books! Author Tammy Wallace gets very candid with Malik about the experience that inspired Sasha Lynn Big Dreams: Inspiring Youth to Reach for the Stars Former NYPD officer Edwin Raymond talks about his book An Inconvenient Cop: My Fight to Change Policing in America  Minda Harts opens about her books The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table and Right Within: How to Heal from Racial Trauma in the Workplace And Malik and April (his secret weapon) rake a road trip to Cincinnati, Ohio! E-mail Malik@MalikBooks.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grammy-winner, Emmy-winner, and Oscar Winner Common comes Malik Books at the Westfield Culver City Mall to kick off the inaugural Black History Month Celebration!  He signed copies of his book And Then We Rise: A Guide to Loving and Taking Care of Self! Plus, Malik reviews the books Grandma's Hands by legendary musician Bill Withers, and "You So Black" by Theresa Tha S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D. Email Malik@MalikBooks.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What makes a friend?  Malik has some thoughts from his own life.  Do you have someone in your life, who is there for you?  Consistently?  That's a friend.  But it may be time to move on from people from your life who are not there when you need them. E-mail Malik at Malik@MalikBooks.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024 is about healing!  And we need to heal from intergenerational trauma. This week, Malik is joined by Dr. Mariel Buqué, author of BREAK THE CYCLE: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma. And Common is coming to Malik Book at the Westfield Culver City Mall on February 3rd! Sign up at MalikBooks.com! E-mail Malik at Malik@MalikBooks.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik looks back on the year that was...which featured some incredible highs (Cedric the Entertainer!  Omar Epps!) and some devastating losses (his beloved mother).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Leimert Park Village Book Fair continues…hosted by Malik Books! This week, another heavy hitter…actor, writer, director and author Omar Epps!   He chats with fellow author Erika J. Kendrick (author of “Cookie Monsters), as well as  Malik himself about his books Nubia: The Awakening and Nubia: The Reckoning! Plus, students from Baldwin Hills Elementary School interview Malik for their school news! E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After taking a few years off because of the pandemic, the Leimert Park Village Book Fair is back…and hosted by Malik Books! The community came out in droves to see ambassador Eriq La Salle talk about his new book Laws of Annihilation.  On this episode, writer Gary Phillips sits down with Eriq La Salle. Also,  Tabitha Brown talks about her new book I Did a New Thing: 30 Days to Living Free! NEXT WEEK: OMAR EPPS E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik spent a Black Lit Weekend in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where the Black Wall Street Massacre took place in 1921. Ride along on a tour of key locations in the historic Greenwood district. And listen as Malik talks to Victor Luckerson, author of Built from the Fire: The Epic Story of Tulsa's Greenwood District, America's Black Wall Street  E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Malik was honored to host Renée Watson at Malik Books…as well as at Bright Elementary School in Los Angeles, where they met some spectacular students! Her new book is Ways to Build Dreams (A Ryan Hart Story)…available now at MalikBooks.com! E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik is just back from “The Taste of Soul” street festival in Los Angeles! This week, he reviews the very important book Black AF History: The Un-Whitewashed Story of America by Michael Harriot...which FLEW off the shelf when it first came out! Also, he talked about Ways to Build Dreams (A Ryan Hart Story) by Renée Watson who will be at Malik Books in the Culver City Mall Tuesday night at 7!  (10/24/23) If that's not enough, Malik’s Secret Weapon (and wife) April steps in to review The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness by Morgan Housel And finally, Malik takes KCAL9 by storm…and blows the anchors away with his energy and his passion! E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week was Banned Book Week, but Malik did not celebrate at Malik Books.  He explains why and give his thoughts on the banning of books, books that are banned without being "banned" and the only condition under which books SHOULD be banned.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik hits episode #80 and is thinking about three topics that divide us. Plus, Malik was at the LA Convention Center for a panel discussion about being a Los Angeles businessperson! And he discusses trauma and self-sabotage with Dr. Gail James, author of “From the Pit to the Palace” E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Malik is honored to be joined by comedy legend Cedric the Entertainer! His new novel "Flipping Boxcars" is out now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik interviews Christopher Marlon, the editor and curator of Friday Foster the Sunday Strips, honoring the groundbreaking character! Then Anita Gale Jones hosts a Q&A at Malik Books about her novel The Peach Seed And you get TWO book reviews this week!  Malik reviews Flipping Boxcars, the new novel by  by Cedric the Entertainer, in advance of his appearance at Malik Books! And Malik reviews You Will Own Nothing: Your War with a New Financial World Order and How to Fight Back by Carol Roth E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik is back from his world travels with stories to share! Also, he interviews Alison Desur about her book Running While Black: Finding Freedom in a Sport That Wasn't Built for Us And April Showers comes by Malik Books to talk about Afro Unicorn!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik Books is giving out 2,000 books and 5000 backpacks to the community at the Back to School Festival!  Details in the episode! Malik just got back from Rock the Block in the Crenshaw District! LaWanda Staten stops by Malik Books to talk about her book Shaking the Bush! And Adrienne Lombard discusses her kids book Chelsey Chip For President!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik is getting back to Malik, each and every day.  He’s been through a storm, and he’s coming back stronger! There are some amazing events going on in Malik’s community and open your calendar because he runs them all down! And this week’s motivation is about dealing with an overwhelming schedule!  Don’t let it bring you down!  Then, Malik reviews the new book by preacher T.D. Jakes, Disruptive Thinking: A Daring Strategy to Change How We Live, Lead, and Love E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik is asking some deep questions this week…and ponders the existential question of whether death is REALLY a better place than life. Then we’ll go to church for Malik’s mom’s service to hear remembrances from Malik, as well as his brother and sister. Then, Dr. Robert Brown stopped by Malik Books to talk about his book Joker to King: Your Comprehensive Guide to Manhood, for young men transitioning to manhood. E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik continues to heal after the passing of his mother…and the lessons this difficult time has taught him.   And author Aisha Harris comes by Malik Books to discuss her book Wannabe: Reckonings with the Pop Culture That Shapes Me!   E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik woke up Sunday to tragic news...and bids farewell to his beloved mother in this week's podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Book Store Entrepreneur Malik Muhammad is now AUTHOR Malik Muhammad.  He has been all over LA promoting his chapter of the new book "The Heart of a Black Man".  But the highlight was sitting down with the iconic TAVIS SMILEY on AM1580 KBLA!   Hear the interview here! E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik’s Bookshelf hits 70 episodes! Parenting is a priority for Malik…hear him teaching his children about having the KILLER INSTINCT live on the pod! Plus, Malik interviews up-and-coming author April Russell about her book Blahom: A Warrior Goddess! And it’s graduation season, and Malik speaks at an assembly at Middle College High School in Los Angeles, and talked to the students about why they LOVE to read!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Mother’s Day, and Malik celebrated his wife April in style! Malik spoke to the students at Frank D. Parent Elementary in Inglewood…and gave a book to every student there!  Hear his speech to “100% of our future”! And Malik talks to two of his kids about the need to “Step Into You”. Plus, a special book review of A Good Mom's Guide to Making Bad Choices by Jamilah Mapp and Erica Dickerson! E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik hosted a book signing event in Beverly Hills with Debra Lee, former CEO of BET! From book store owner to published author…“The Heart of a Black Man- Stories of Triumph and Resilience” is out featuring Malik himself!  Get a preview here! Also, Malik catches us with Kei’Renee, author of Get Familiar With Failure: Helping First Generation Entrepreneurs Build Their Foundation for Success And it’s Malik and April’s 17th wedding anniversary! E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The LA Time Festival of Books was explosive!  And Malik Books has been named a special seller for the Children’s Stage! And Malik went on an interview spree talking with… Aaron Becker, Author/ Illustrator of The Tree and the River Aida Salazar, Author of Jovita Wore Pants Amerie, author of You Will Do Great Things Raissa Figueroa, illustrator of You Will Do Great Things Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt, author of Goodnight Sister Kwame Alexander, author of How to Write a Poem Actor Leslie Odom Jr. and Nicolette Robinson authors of I Love You More Than You’ll Ever Know Actor Max Greenfield, author of I Don’t Want to Read This Book Aloud Michael Sampson, author of The Story of Ukraine and Bing!  Bang!  Chugga! Beep! Nic Stone, author of Clean Getaway and Chaos Theory Peloton Head Instructor Robin Arzón, author of Strong Mama and Strong Baby   E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The LA Time Festival of Books is next weekend (April 22-23) at USC!  And Malik Books has been named a special seller for the Children’s Stage!   Booksigning Schedule   SATURDAY, APRIL 22 Booth 880 Gail Lerner - 11AM   Tatyerra Mikell - 11AM   Craig Smith, former Los Angeles Clipper - 1PM   Ashley M. Coleman - 1PM   Supanova Slom - 3PM   Erika Kendrick - 3PM   Booth 538 Craig Smith, former Los Angeles Clipper - 11AM   Tatyerra Mikell - 1PM           Billie King - 3PM   SUNDAY, APRIL 23 Booth 880 Laura Cathcart Robbins - 11AM   Amina Lovell - 11AM    Ashley Jean Granillo - 11AM    Jayne Allen - 1PM    Cindy Montenegro -1PM    Rodney Barnes - 1PM Carell Augustus - 3PM      Andrea J. Loney - 3PM   Booth 538 - Sun April 23 Brianna Gipson - 11AM    Nadine Luke - 1PM    Norky the Celebrity - 11AM to 5PM   FULL SCHEDULE: https://events.latimes.com/festivalofbooks/schedule/   And Malik’s secret weapon, April, interviews LaeTania Richardson about her book Love Saw It and her lifestyle brand “Hey Lady, by Tania”   E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik is motivating us this week! He discusses the road blocks we all face in life…and how to get THROUGH them, with a real story that happened to him! And Malik reviews The Wealthy Gardener: Lessons on Prosperity Between Father and Son by John Soforic, a book he never expected to review or even read...but fate drew him to it. E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik's theme this week...is "Small Steps...Big Gains"! "The Secret Weapon" is celebrating another birthday!  So Malik checks in with his wife, confidant and co-owner, April! And Malik reviews the book How We Can Win: Race, History and Changing the Money Game That's Rigged by Kimberly Jones E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik has been all over town! This week, he interviews Laura Cathcart Robbins, author of Stash: My Life in Hiding, about her journey to sobriety and self-love amidst addiction, privilege, racism, and self-sabotage! Next up, it's Shelly Paxton, former CFO for Harley Davidson, on her new book Soul-bbatical: A Corporate Rebel's Guide to Finding Your Best Life, an invitation to become Chief Soul Officer of your own life—and to open up a whole new world of possibility. Then Malik speaks to a school about the importance of books! And finally Malik meets Jozo Bozo- the first female Bozo the Clown of color! E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik nabs his best guest yet: his loving, devoted and inspirational mother. E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Malik’s Birthday!  And what better gift then to be acknowledged on the floor of Congress by Representative Sydney Kamlager-Dove!  Her actual words are at the end of this podcast! And all the top authors make sure to stop by Malik Books when they have a new book out!  This week… Jamie Hargins from LA Crop Shop and author of the new kids’ coloring book Captain Plant It! Mickey Bridges, author of It’s About Time, the compelling true story about a young boy growing up in the city of Compton, California in a broken home during the late 50's and 60's. Rodney Barnes, author of the new graphic novel Blacula: Return of the King! E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik hosted the “Bet on Black” event at Malik’s Books in the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Mall, where we hear the inspiring words of Eboni K. Williams, author of the new book Bet on Black: The Good News About Being Black in America Today! E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik attended the opening of the Pan American Film Festival and was shaken by what he learned about Joseph Bologne in the film “Chevalier” Then Malik catches up with Legendary Hollywood entertainment manager and publicist Ramon Hervey II, author of the new book The Fame Game: An Insider's Playbook for Earning Your 15 Minutes! And Malik Books is hosting some amazing events for Black History Month at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza! E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik continues to be inspired by Man Heal Thyself by SupaNova Slom and Queen Afua and witnesses the ascension of the Wellness Warrior.  He even talks to some of the brothers who have ascended or were about to ascend. And then Malik shares his thoughts on the death of Tyre Nichols.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik spent a transcending, inspiring and uplifting weekend at the Sacred Women: Rites of Passage ceremony.  He interviews women on the verge of ascending to become sacred women after a 12 week transformative program.  Then he reviews, Sacred Woman: A Guide to Healing the Feminine Body, Mind, and Spirit by Queen Afua. E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik interviews Professor Reginald Muhammad, the Co-founder and Director of the National Reparations Institute in Atlanta, Georgia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik is kicking off 2023 with a look back at his incredible 2022…and setting goals for 2023! Plus Author Queen Afua and musician SupaNova Slom swing by Malik Books. And Malik makes his first book recommendation of the new year…and it will inspire you! E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik and April (Malik’s Secret Weapon) pay tribute to DJ tWitch whom they met during the pandemic and discuss the impact he made on their lives. HipHopoly creator Chuck Carter stops into Malik Books to promote his new board game and his slogan “you can either be a product of your environment, or a product of your enlightenment”! Malik interview Tatyerra Mikell, author of the new children’s book “The Birthday Princess”, because children are 100% of our future! And last week’s episode brought in some MORE loaded questions!  Malik responds in another edition of Malik’s Mailbag!  E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Commander Dale Brown comes by Malik Books to talk about his new book Detroit Urban Survival Chronicles: Protection Survivor Stories of Domestic Abuse, Theft, Robbery, and Violence And last week’s episode brought in some loaded questions!  Malik responds in another edition of Malik’s Mailbag!  E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik is throwing is all out the window and breaking it down.  No book reviews, no interviews, no barbershop, no mailbag. He's got a lot to get off his chest, so this week, it's just MALIK giving you some straight talk about Big Tech Censorship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik heads back to the barbershop for a HEATED debate on what it means to be BLACK! Then it’s a review of You Owe You: Ignite Your Power, Your Purpose, and Your Why by Eric Thomas, PhD And another edition of Malik’s Mailbag!  E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Malik’s super-sized 50th episode and we’re talking about our HEALTH! Walter Malik Dejean is talking ANTI-AGING!  How can we live longer and stop being so good at DYING! And another edition of Malik’s Mailbag!  E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik went to church with his mom and has some very important takeaways...and does his first movie review…of “Wakanda Forever”! Malik’s secret weapon, his wife April, interviews Vanessa Riley, author of Sister, Mother, Warrior: A Novel! Larry Rodgers from Forword Books stops by the book store, drawn by Malik's infectious energy! And with the mid-terms behind us...Malik has more thoughts on voting...or not voting. E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The midterm elections are nearly here!  So Malik is out on the streets talking to member of his community about VOTING! Does one party have more white supremacists than the other? Is not voting a political strategy? Who should be the next Mayor of LA? And Malik introduces a NEW segment called Malik's Mailbag!  E-mail Malik at RealMalikMuhammad@gmail.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik has a lot on his mind this week, as he welcomes @SlausonGirl to discuss the LA City Council controversy!   And with the mid-term elections a week away, is voting just choosing between the lesser of two evils?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

America won't stop talking about Kanye West...and neither Malik!  Another week of topics go right in the garbage because Malik has thought he has to get off his chest! Plus, we had back to the Barbershop!  Accept your own and be yourself! And Malik reviews The Black Tax: The Cost of Being Black in America– by Shawn D Rochester.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everyone is talking about Kanye West and his White Lives Matter shirt.  Malik has a lot to say on the matter! We go back to the Barbershop! And Malik reviews the new book White Fear: How the Browning of America Is Making White Folks Lose Their Minds by Roland Martin and Leah LakinsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carell Augustus swings by Malik Books for the release party for his new book Black Hollywood: Reimagining Iconic Movie Moments! And we head back to the Barbershop to talk about personal responsibility in Barbershop Talks Part 4!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tabitha Brown is an actress, a social media personality, and has a new cookbook called Cooking from the Spirit: Easy, Delicious, and Joyful Plant-Based Inspirations!  She swings by Malik Books to be interviewed by Malik...and to interview him! Plus we head back to the Barbershop where there are some strong opinions about men and women!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik is out in the community at "I Read to See Me", Cal State LA’s multicultural book fair featuring stories rooted in cultural and ethnic communities—inspiring children to rediscover the fun of reading. His guests: Dr. Julianne Marveau- Dean of ethnic studies at Cal State LA Benson Shum- Author of Little Seed, Alex’s Good Fortune, Anzu the Great Kaiju Zeena Pliska- Author of Hello, Little One- a Monarch Butterfly Story Ashley M. Coleman- Author of Good Morning, Love Angela Shanté- Author of When My Cousin Comes to Town, Sunday Dinner Angela Dalton- Author of Ruby’s Reunion Day Dinner, If You Look Up to the Sky, Show the World!  AND...Malik heads back to the barbershop for a discussion of physical vs emotional attraction!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik takes his microphone to the neighborhood barbershop to get their thoughts on the community.  This week, the topic is reality television! Then he catches up with Timothy L. Fields and Shereem Herndon-Brown for an enlightening conversation about their book The Black Family's Guide to College Admissions: A Conversation about Education, Parenting, and Race! And it’s busy at Malik Books this week…with a visit from Will Jawando, author of My Seven Black Fathers: A Young Activist's Memoir of Race, Family, and the Mentors Who Made Him Whole!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik has quite a lineup for his 40th episode! R&B singer dancer, and actor Omarion stops by the Bookshelf to sign his new book Unbothered: the Power of Choosing Joy and chat with Malik! But he's not the only one...authors Kevin and Melissa Fredericks are signing their book Marriage Be Hard: 12 Conversations to Keep You Laughing, Loving, and Learning with Your Partner!  Check them out @KevOnStage and @MrsKevOnStage on Instagram!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik joins Mischa Duffy on KBLA in Los Angeles to debate booster shots and discuss the history of why black people don’t trust the medical profession. Then Malik’s secret weapon, his wife April, offer her tips for staying healthy and beautiful. And Malik review the new book The Black Family's Guide to College Admissions: A Conversation about Education, Parenting, and Race by Timothy L. Fields and Shereem Herndon-BrownSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik has some exciting news to share about the podcast! He also interviews 6-year-old author Parker Curry and her mom, Jessica! And everyone has an opinion on student loan forgiveness and Malik shares his...as well as why we should never judge a book by its cover.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik is on a journey, and opens up another side of him, revealing some passionate and emotional thoughts.    Also, he shares some upcoming events at Malik Books and reviews the new book Unbothered: The Power of Choosing Joy by the singer and entertainer Omarion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your finances are the topic of conversation this week as Malik interviews fellow podcast host Al Blocker from “Rip and Flip” to talk about how to build  your wealth through investing in real estate!  He also recommends books to help you get started from his days as a mortgage consultant! And on that note, Malik reviews Dave Ramsey’s book “The Complete Guide to Money”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik interviews Akil S. Batani-Khalfani, co-author of Before Crips: Fussin', Cussin', and Discussin' among South Los Angeles Juvenile Gangs, and sheds light on the history of LA's gangs. And whether we like it or not, the recession is coming, and maybe is already here!  So Malik recommends Get Good with Money: Ten Simple Steps to Becoming Financially Whole by Tiffany the Budgetnista Aliche.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik goes in depth with Kiara Imani, author of the new memoir, Therapy Isn't Just for White People, chronicling Imani's compelling journey to understand the racial trauma experienced by many Black people in America and the underlying effect it has on Black mental health.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik shines a lot on unity and how powerful it can be! Then he interviews two local musicians, Skye Shanklin who is just 10 years old, and @Neelam_ who is not a rapper…she is a movement! And a major recommendation for the work of legendary author J.A. Rogers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does Hope mean to you?  Even though he lost his voice, Malik hits the streets to talk to his community about Hope. And Malik reviews Sister Mother Warrior: A Novel by Vanessa Riley  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik tackled the hottest topic in America right now: the Supreme Court overturning Roe vs. Wade.   First he speaks with local community activist Tina Sampay a.k.a. “Slauson Girl” to get her thoughts. Malik gives his opinion and then hits the streets to see what the people are saying. Plus, Malik plays a never-before-heard interview he did in 2021 with Attorney Kathryn Kobalt, author of Controlling Women: What We Must Do Now to Save Reproductive Freedom.  She knew exactly what was going to happen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik is at the House of BET celebrating Black Excellence! Then it’s off to the Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival where Malik chats with Muralist Mohammad Mubarak, immortalizing black heroes in his hometown of Compton. 20 years later, Malik catches up with author R. Lee Walker, who still remembers Malik’s influence decades later. And this week’s book review: Balance: Positioning Yourself to Do All Things Well by Touré RobertsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik has a lot to say about our newest federal holiday, Juneteenth. He interviews people in his community about Juneteenth, reminds us of the history of the holiday, shares books to read about it, and gives his thoughts on how we should celebrate and honor this special day. Also, author David Rose hosted the first ever cooking demonstration at Malik Books…and talks about cooking on the Big Green Egg!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik offers his unique take on the issue most of America is talking about: guns...and the plague of mass shootings haunting our nation. Then, he turns the page and reviews Kevin Hart's books "Marcus Makes a Movie" and "Marcus Makes it Big".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik welcomes his store’s official Manga curator (and his teenage daughter) Mecca Muhammad to talk about why reading is so important to her! All the top authors come by Malik Books!  This week it’s Ayesha Goodall talking about empowering single moms! And Malik reviews “Build the Damn Thing: How to Start a Successful Business If You're Not a Rich White Guy” by Kathryn Finney!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik is feeling the spirit this Sunday…listening to gospel music and reflecting on just how blessed we all are. ALSO: Reviews of “Inheritance: A Visual Poem” by Elizabeth Acevedo and “Letters to the Sons of Society: A Father’s Invitation to Love, Honesty and Freedom” by Shaka SenghorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik’s 25th episode!  He gives his thought on one of the hot topics of the day: Critical Race Theory!  How do you talk about a historical figure’s accomplishments without talking about their character? Author Leah Johnson stops by Malik Books to discuss her books "Rise to the Sun",  "You Should See Me in a Crown" and her upcoming book "Ellie Engle Saves Herself"! And Malik reviews the new book “Feeding the Soul” by Viola Davis!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Mother's Day...but not only that...Malik and his wife April (his "secret weapon") are celebrating 16 years of marriage! And author Adiba Nelson stops by to discuss her new book "Ain't That a Mother"!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the biggest days of the year for Malik!  Malik Books celebrated in both locations, and you’ll hear form authors Charles Juzan, Christine Aldrich, Mark Winkler, Theo Griffith and last but not least, actor Terry Crews!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik is on the stomp at the LA Times Festival of Books 2022, the largest book festival in the Northern Hemisphere! Readings from actor Max Greenfield and author Nikolas Smith! Interviews with authors Citlali Reyes, Mona Fakki, Quan Jamison, Sharifa Anozie and musical group the Alphabet Rockers! If you missed it, Malik will will make you feel like you were in attendance at USC for the 2022 LA Times Festival of Books!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik interviews beloved Black pop culture icon, entrepreneur, Hollywood actress and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Garcelle Beauvais as she kicks off her “Love Me As I Am” book tour at Malik Books!   And Malik reviews “Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones” by James ClearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's April's birthday!  But she doesn't want gifts...she wants to feed the homeless in downtown LA and Malik brings his microphone. Malik's bookmobile stops by Environmental Charter Middle School and talks to Principal Dr. Geneva Matthews! And this week's book review is "Love Me As I Am" by Garcelle Beauvais, prior to her appearance at Malik Books!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik weighs in the Slap from Oscar Night...and gas prices are making people choose...Books or Gas?  Malik knows what HIS answer is! Plus Malik interviews Tasha Byrd, the author of "Blessed Not Broken: The Power of Letting Go". And this week's book review is "How to Do the Work: Recognize Your Patterns, Heal from Your Past, and Create Your Self" by Dr. Nicole LePera!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik is just back from Podcast Movement Evolutions Conference and has thoughts to share. He also has some deep drive-time thoughts for us...because when it rains, it pours. And this week's book review is "The Sublime Art of not giving a F***" by Mark Manson!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik checks in with Abrafi S.Sanyika, author of Makeda Queen of Sheba! Next, he talks to Channing ZayZay host of Storytime Live at Malik Books on her one year anniversary! And Malik's Book Review this week is "Will" the new autobiography by Will Smith!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Women's History Month, so Malik is celebrating women in literature and all they have had to overcome.  Then Malik has a frank conversation with his wife, April, about being a woman today.  And today's book review is "The Little Black Book of Success: Laws of Leadership for Black Women" by Elaine Meryl Brown, Marsha Haygood and Rhonda Joy McLean.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Malik's birthday, and he explores one of the most popular displays at Malik Books: The Nipsey Hussle Transformation Table. The Art of War by Sun Tzu Think and Grow Rich by Dennis Kimball The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene Powernomics by Claud Anderson The Spook who Sat by the Door by Sam Greenlee And as we approach the 3rd anniversary of his death, Malik examines the legacy of Nipsey Hussle in Los Angeles and the culture at large. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik brings his Bookmobile to New Designs Charter School in Watts to talk to kids about reading...because READING MATTERS!Then he talks about finding joy with Tracey Michae'l Lewis-Giggets about her new book Black Joy: Stories of Resistance, Resilience, and Restoration!And finally, he reviews Alicia Keys' new graphic novel Girl on Fire! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing...Malik's Bookmobile, powered by Verizon, bring books to students all over Los Angeles!WNBA Superstar Jasmine Walker from the LA Sparks stops by Malik Books!Listen in on Malik and his wife April out to dinner celebrating "Lovers Day" like they're young again!And Malik reviews the book "Level Up: Rise Above the Hidden Forces Holding Your Business Back" by Stacy Abrams and Lara Hodgson! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik catches up with Robert Foster, the CFO of the American Tennis Association, as well as Tamara Faith, author of the new book "Let the Women Speak"!He also reviews the book "The Mamba Mentality: How I Play" by Kobe Bryant and provides this week's inspiration "You Are What You Think!" Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik and the family head to Mexico to pick up his grandbabies!Why we should always DO IT WITH PASSION!Plus, an interview with Jayne Allen, author of "Black Girls Must Be Magic"!And a review of "Ahead of the Game: The Unlikely Rise of a Detroit Kid Who Forever Changed the Esports Industry" Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No more excuses...the key here is WIN!Malik interviews Congoleze-American author and advocate for women Chloe Dulce Louvouezo, as well as actor and author Jimmy-Jean Louis ("Heroes", "Rattlesnakes", "Toussaint Louverture").This week's book review; "The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story" by Nikole Hannah-Jones Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

International singer, motivational speaker and creator of Mister Jesse swings by Malik Books!Check him out here:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChnVzMnpxmTCyWOGaGyfuughttps://www.instagram.com/singjessesing/?hl=en Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The hottest spot in LA is...Malik Books, of course! This week legendary filmmaker Spike Lee drops by along with actor and host Terry Crews! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik catches up with Don Robinson the musician, songwriter and producer who created the Malik Books theme song, as well as the man behind @FreeFew! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik heads to Palm Springs for TED Women 2021!Today, he interviews curator Pat Mitchell, authors Rha Goddess, Chanel Reynolds, Susan McPherson, Anna Malaika Tubbs and Cecilia Aragon, as well as musician Melanie Charles! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik talks about the most important role in his life...bring a father.First he discusses child entrepreneurship with his son Khalfani, Then he sits down for dinner with his family to talk about gender roles in the home with his kids Mecca and Zahir. And finally, he recalls his own growing pains as a father as he reflects on his daughter Mecca's track career. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik catches up with Malik Books regular Allesa Willis from Locks or Twist hair in Baldwin Hills Estates!Next up, an interview with Lily Workneh, editor of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Real-Life Tales of Black Girl Magic, along with CaShawn Thompson who wrote the forward and created the #BlackGirlMagic!And Malik reveals the secret weapon to Malik Books AND Malik's Bookshelf...his wife, April. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik Books regular Khadija talks about how reading has changed her life.Malik talks with Barbara Lindsay, the founder and creator of the Black Business Expo in Los Angeles.And Malik has a moment of clarity while driving into work in the morning. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me." Malik does NOT agree.Plus, Malik interviews a store patron about how books have changed his life.And this week's book review: "Renegades: Born in the USA" by Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did Malik Muhammad go from growing up in Maryland to owning multiple book stores in Los Angeles, including the largest African-American and diversity collection of children’s books in the country. Malik tells his story and reviews "Feeding the Soul (Because It's My Business): Finding Our Way to Joy, Love, and Freedom" by Tabitha Brown. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malik's Bookshelf...bringing the world together with books, culture and community. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.