The Awkward Thoughts of W. Kamau Bell

from theWallflower

I have double- and triple- and quadruple-checked this review to not sound racist, and it still sounds racist to me. Everything I write seems condescending like “ooh, let me read about the experience and perspective of these poor downtrodden folk so that I, as a lord, may better fathom these men's...

from Juva

A collection of experiences, thoughts, and lessons from the author's life and career. I love reading about how actors, comedians, and other pop culture figures got their start and I think Mr. Bell has a very unique story and journey. It's always encouraging to read the memoir of famous/successful...

from Othemts

W. Kamau Bell is a stand-up comedian, podcaster, and television host.  I'm aware of him through his terrific Politically Re-Active podcast with Hari Kondabolu (currently on hiatus).  I liked him enough from that to want to read his book.  Much of The Awkward Thoughts is straight memoir.  Bell's p...

from Jessiqa

Bell's memoir covers his growth as a comedian and his career struggles. Bell is really funny and his thoughts on the state of politics today are completely relevant. Because of this book, I am checking out his podcast called "Denzel Washington Is The Greatest Actor Of All Time Period" because one...

from Narshkite

I like Bell. He is smart, and funny, and takes an approach to political and social humor I like a great deal. His style feels to me similar to John Oliver's in its attempt to educate while embracing the absurdity and pathos (and sometimes true tragedy) inherent in this sort of subject matter. In ...