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Moms Into Literary Freedom

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 We’re two fed-up moms juggling jobs, kids, and the fight against book bans and bigotry. Why should MAGA fear-mongers masquerading as "saviors" decide what we can read? Join Jennifer and Courtney as they amplify the voices of banned book authors and their characters in between mom-ing and trying to survive the capitalist grind of our new Authoritarian America. Visit patreon.com/MILF4Books to become a member of the "MILFia" and join us in fighting for America's freedom to read while unlocking exclusive content.

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  • Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas

    Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas
    Sep 16 2025
    In this episode, Jennifer and Courtney celebrate the power of trans visibility with a discussion of Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas (starting around the 58 minute mark). Before lifting up this groundbreaking YA urban fantasy, they confront the devastating and recent gun violence and the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s death—naming the hateful rhetoric he and the MAGA movement have fueled for far too long.

    Sources:    Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas
    Rewards, Reviews, Challenges
    Parents of children killed in Annunciation Catholic school shooting speak out - ABC News
    Evergreen High School shooting victims remain hospitalized; one's condition improves
    Charlie Kirk shooting suspect is in custody. Here's what we know about the investigation. - CBS News
    Sean Watmore Poetry
    Tyler Robinson: Groyper, Nick Fuentes | Charlie Kirk Shooter
    Charlie Kirk has a history of violent and bigoted rhetoric. He was the first guest on California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s podcast. | Media Matters for America
    Murder and Extremism in the United States in 2022 | ADL
    Far-right anti-immigration protests in London lead to clashes with police | CNN
    Tommy Robinson Invokes Charlie Kirk's Murder For Major Far-Right Rally - Newsweek
    Two Black Men Found Hanging in Mississippi Hours Apart
    6 HBCUs Were On Lockdown Following ‘Terroristic Threats’ After Charlie Kirk’s Death
    From Lynchings to “Alligator Alcatraz”: Smiling at Suffering in the Name of God and Country
    Teachers face discipline for Charlie Kirk comments | Jacksonville Today




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    1 h et 19 min
  • Blackbirds in the Sky by Brandy Colbert

    Blackbirds in the Sky by Brandy Colbert
    Sep 12 2025
    In this week’s episode, Jen and Courtney review just a few of today’s overwhelming—and unacceptable—world events before turning the discussion towards the Tulsa Race Massacre and Blackbirds in the Sky by award-winning author Brandy Colbert. (The book discussion starts around the 39 minute mark.)World topics range from the Gaza-bound Flotilla, who refuse to be intimidated by Israeli drone strikes as they attempt to deliver food, baby formula, and medicine to besieged and deliberately starved Palestinians, to the “Unconscionably Irreconcilable” SCOTUS decision permitting the racial profiling of Hispanic people. See sources below for more topics discussed. Please note: This episode was recorded on September 9, 2025—before the death of Charlie Kirk. We will discuss this in our next full episode. Sources:Palestinian authors grapple with a wave of censorshipBuy Blackbirds in the Sky by Brandy ColbertThat in turn led to Lee asking: “Do you know what the Tulsa race massacre is?” McMahon replied: “I’d like to look into it more.”Why Trump’s ‘anti-woke’ attack on the Smithsonian matters | Kimberlé Crenshaw and Jason Stanley | The GuardianFootage shows second claimed attack on Greta Thunberg Gaza flotillaChristian Smalls (United States) - Freedom FlotillaOperation Warp Speed - WikipediaTrump calls Florida's vaccine mandate elimination a 'tough stance' | Fox NewsTrump's 'Chipocalypse Now' is no joke, though it absolutely sounds like oneTrump rebrands Department of Defense as Department of War Hundreds of struggling Arkansas farmers ask federal government to save themBefore-and-after photos show changes Trump has made to the White House decor, so far‘Most expensive gardeners in history’: What the National Guard are doing in DCBaltimore Mayor Brandon Scott discusses how the city has brought violent crime downJudge Rules that Trump Deployment of National Guard to LA was IllegalSotomayor Blasts Supreme Court's 'Unconscionably Irreconcilable' Decision - NewsweekSupreme Court lifts restrictions on LA immigration stops set after agents swept up US citizens - OPBU.S.-born American citizen under ICE hold in Florida after driving from GeorgiaMore than 300 Koreans detained by ICE at Georgia Hyundai plant heading home - CBS NewsTrump vowed to deport the 'worst of the worst' -- but new data shows a shift to also arresting non-criminals - ABC News"Undocumented immigrants have substantially lower crime rates than native-born citizens and legal immigrants across a range of felony offenses."NRA says it opposes idea of banning transgender Americans from owning guns | CNN PoliticsMap of Countries That Have Stopped Weapons Exports to Israel - NewsweekUAE warns White House that Israeli annexations could unravel Abraham AccordsExplainer-Was the deadly US attack on the Venezuelan vessel legal? By ReutersThe Voice of Hind Rajab - Where to Watch and Stream - TV GuideBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/moms-into-literary-freedom--6617805/support.
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    1 h et 13 min
  • JR Episode: When Aidan Became a Brother (and an Alligator Gender-Reveal!)

    JR Episode: When Aidan Became a Brother (and an Alligator Gender-Reveal!)
    Aug 22 2025
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    Jennifer and Courtney look for rainbows in the storm of LGBTQ+ erasure stirred up by the bloated orange Fanta himself. From rainbow-chalk resistance at the Desantis-erased Pulse memorial to lawsuits torching the unconstitutional bans on gender-affirming care—and, because it’s Florida, an alligator and Jello gender reveal—they spotlight resilience, resistance, and joy, topped off with a heartwarming read of When Aidan Became a Brother by Kyle Lukoff and Kaylani Juanita.


    Regarding the recent court ruling about Florida’s Book Banning/Don’t Say Gaw Law:
    • On August 13, 2025, a federal court struck down key parts of Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” HB 1060 law, saying books can’t be banned just for including LGBTQ+ content.
    • That doesn’t automatically put books like When Aidan Became a Brother back on shelves, but it gives parents, students, and teachers stronger legal ground to fight for them.
    • It’s a big reminder of why intellectual freedom matters and why students should be able to read diverse stories.
    • Action step: Check with your child’s school media specialist—do they have this book? If not, ask them to get it!


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    42 min
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