Navigating Life, Love, and Literature with She Well Read
Be Well Sis: The Podcast
What does it mean to be well read in 2025? Dr. Cassandre Dunbar sits down with the co-hosts of She Well Read to talk books, balance, and Black joy.
In this episode, Cassandre is joined by Alana and Samra, co-hosts of the She Well Read podcast—a book club for every kind of reader. Together, they explore the intersections of creativity, community, and self-discovery while reflecting on their journeys through mental, physical, and spiritual wellness.
The conversation spans everything from the challenges of launching a podcast to navigating relationships in your twenties, and how literature can offer both escape and healing. They also reflect on their recent participation in the Black Romance Book Festival—an event that, while now passed, sparked rich discussions on representation, especially for LGBTQIA+ love stories, and the emotional power of romance novels and memoirs.
From favorite authors to Beyoncé-themed dinner parties, this episode is a celebration of Black women’s voices, joy, and the many ways books connect and transform us.