Which is worse? Knowing or not knowing? Another important question from the story in Black Cake. I'm not sure which is worse, but if I have to know, I want to hear it from the source! My cohost, Dr. Nicole and I discuss this further in this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!

Today we delve into the themes of Black Cake, focusing on the power of storytelling and the impact of cultural expectations on identity. We explore the characters' secrets, particularly Benny and Byron's struggles with identity, relationships, and societal pressures. We also discuss how the adaptation of the story from book to series affects the narrative and character development.

One of the main themes we touch on is the concept of the ''Bennett Way," exploring the unrealistic expectations placed on individuals within families and the broader implications of these dynamics. We reflect on the significance of ancestry and the miracles that unfold in the story, emphasizing the importance of personal journeys and self-discovery.

We talk:

08:49 - Siblings and their secrets

14:55 - Benny's journey and relationships

26:49 - Identity and agency

43:07 - Byron's Struggles and Secrets

01:01:02 - Miracles and ancestry

Episode References:

Finding Me: A Memoir by Viola Davis

Connect with Nicole on her website BlackWritersRead.com and IG @blackwritersread

Connect with me on IG @pod.kink

*This episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink! was produced by Pink Lady Productions --> pinkladyprod.com

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