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Black Privilege

Written by: Charlamagne Tha God
Narrated by: Charlamagne Tha God
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Charlamagne Tha God - the self-proclaimed "Prince of Pissing People Off", cohost of Power 105.1's The Breakfast Club, and "hip-hop's Howard Stern" - shares his unlikely success story as well as how embracing one's truths is a fundamental key to success and happiness.

In his new book, Charlamagne Tha God presents his comic, often controversial, and always brutally honest insights on how living an authentic life is the quickest path to success. Beginning with his journey from the small town of Moncks Corner, South Carolina, to his headline grabbing interviews with celebrities like Justin Bieber, Jay-Z, Nicki Minaj, Kanye West, and Hillary Clinton, he shares how he turned his troubled early life around by owning his (many) mistakes and refusing to give up on his dreams, even after his controversial opinions got him fired from several on-air jobs. Combining his own story with bold advice and his signature commitment to honesty at all costs, Charlamagne hopes this book will give others the confidence to live their own truths.

©2017 Charlamagne Tha God (P)2017 Simon & Schuster Audio

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Better than I expected!!!

I was first introduced Lenard, from donkey of the day. Now I see my previliage.

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cant believe what he said to his wife omg

loved it. from start to end. i enjoy how close and honest the book is

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Wow! That was such an amazing read!

I really enjoyed listening to this audio book! I don’t watch tv, don’t listen to radio, I’m not on any social platforms so I will say I am not or was not very familiar with Charlamagne.

However, I have recently been studying a lot and really being interested in the history of African Americans in the USA, I have been watching and learning a lot from forums, and conversations about Black men, mental health and inter generational trauma. I saw Charlamagne’s name pop up and him being appreciated in Black mental health forums and I was interested in his story. I then watched his interviews with Bishop TD Jakes and Pastor Steven Furtick and from those interviews I was motivated to check out his mind in his book. Just finished this one and will definitely read Shook One!

The reason I have been interested in the history of the USA and African Americans is that I am an African immigrant in Canada working with Indigenous people. Working and living in Indigenous communities has helped me realize that there is no amount of formal education that can ever help to explain history and the effects of inter generational trauma, It’s when you interact with the affected groups to really understand the depths of it. Working and living with Indigenous people has helped me greatly to see similar historical patterns and trauma outcomes that affect Indigenous people and Black people alike. I also see how these trauma outcomes have influenced the narratives and stereo types of the two groups in our societies.

So getting to listen to personal stories like this one is an opportunity especially for us new comers to find our place in the western world understand the pain, the experiences, and the sacrifices our brothers and sisters have gone through and find ways in which we can be allies and be part of change in the world. Thank you for sharing your story Sir. This is what purpose looks like; using your life story to help others find their way, living a life of integrity even at your lowest moments and waiting for next with Faith and Hope without going back to the easy alternatives of the past!

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*underrated*

get past the title... the book is for everyone. it's informative, entertaining and authentic.

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Reads like a rap bio

He wanted to be a rapper but became a hardcore critic instead and paid the price to be known as the biggest critic in rap. Entertaining like a rap come up story, selling crack and fist fights included. He has some good industry wisdom for any creative trying to navigate their way through the system

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I was blown away! I wish I had listened sooner!

This book is educational, motivational, relatable, funny and most importantly it is honest. Great book!

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Loved this book

I plan to re-listen to this book. If you like him and his honesty on air you will like it as he reads his own book to you. I never spent too much time trying to get to know home before this book so I was shocked by a few things. There are many life lessons is his honesty about his past experiences.

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positive and encouraging

I nearly turned it off after the first few sentences. He came on too strong, and I couldn't imagine listening to a full audiobook with his narration. But, it calmed down and, he proved to be an exemplary reader. None of what he presented felt read at all. He takes things off the page and into the microphone with a masterful Grace. this won't be added to the Canon of American greats anytime soon, but, is well worth the listen and is Well written. a lot of the gems he drops are cliche, but, cliches are popular for a reason. This production is well worth listening to and I am thankful that he put the time into making it available for us.

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Must read/ listen!

I loved it! Definitely listen with a pen and paper for notes. CTD has numerous quotes and wise words to think about. I'm looking forward to the next book!

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A well narrated story and a compelling message.

I laughed and cried during this book. there were questionable moments but it remained a good read in the end and I would highly recommend it. I could easily see this book being much better in the audio format. Charlamagne bring an energy to this story that truly make you immersed in it. The book is witty and humorous but still keeps a positive message around discipline, ethics and values. I truly enjoyed this one. Thankyou

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