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Moms Into Literary Freedom

Courtney and Jennifer

We’re two fed-up moms juggling jobs, kids, and the fight against book bans and bigotry. Why should MAGA fear-mongers masquerading as "patriots" 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

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47:56

In Honor of Nex Benedict

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2024/02/21

This episode is dedicated to Nex Benedict, and authentic young soul whose light was unjustly extinguished on February 8, 2024, after being beaten by their classmates at Owasso High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Jennifer and Courtney reveal the negative impact of Chaya Raichik's "Libs of TikTok" and her connection to the Oklahoma State Superintendent who wants to erase LGBTQ+ rights. Join Courtney and Jennifer as they discuss how these extremists only encourage violence against LGBTQ+ youth and what we

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01:26:49

All American Boys by Jason Reynolds and Brendan Kiely

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2024/02/14

In this episode, Jennifer and Courtney discuss weird Valentine’s day gifts, foot fetishes, and cereal baths, but then get serious to discuss the realities of police brutality and the importance of having books like All American Boys available in schools. Buy All American Boys by Jason Reynolds and Brendan Kiely Banned Books 2022 – All American Boys – Marshall Libraries All American Boys | Book by Jason Reynolds, Brendan Kiely | Official Publisher Page | Simon & Schuster Sisters make $150k

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37:33

JR Edition: "Sulwe" by Lupita Nyong'o

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2024/02/07

Happy Black History month! In this junior episode, Jennifer and Courtney discuss chicken strips, goblin butts, and colorism. Sulwe was written by Lupita Nyong’o and illustrated by Vashti Harrison. This book was a recipient of the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Award and the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Children's Literary Work! BUY:Sulwe a book by Lupita Nyong'o and Vashti Harrison Banned Books 2022 – Sulwe – Marshall Libraries The History of the Black Student Union | BestColleges.

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33:04

WTF FL?

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2024/01/25

Join Jennifer and Courtney for the first installment of the “WTF” mini-series where they highlight recent happenings regarding our kids that make you say “WTF”. In this minisode, they focus on troublesome bills that could become oppressive laws. Sources: Equality Florida 2024 Legislative Slate ACLU of Florida Opposes Committee Passage of House Bill Chilling the Speech of People Critical of Public Officials Florida Republican wants to allow teens to work in roofing and construction | Orlando

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01:12:42

DRAMA by Raina Telgemeier

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2024/01/18

In this episode, Courtney and Jennifer cover a book that led to an 11 year old’s supposed porn addiction. Woman Who Claims Scholastic Book Caused Her Porn Addiction Works for Right-Wing Publisher BUY Raina Telgemeier - DRAMA BUY Raina Telgemeier Collection Box Set (Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, Guts)

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52:14

"The Color Purple" by Alice Walker

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2023/12/23

Trigger warning: This episode contains brief references to SA. Just in time for the December 25th movie theater debut of the musical, “The Color Purple”, Jennifer and Courtney cover the original novel written by Alice Walker in 1982. One of the most banned books throughout the world, “The Color Purple” is a timeless classic loved by many but is “trash” to some, despite Walker being the first Black woman to be awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction. Buy the book: The Color Purple a book by Alice

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40:48

Our First "Menage a Trois"

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2023/12/07

Trigger warning: This episode contains brief references to SA. In this “no-book” epsiode, Courtney and Jennifer cover hypocrisy in the state of Florida with updates on Moms for Liberty’s “menage a trois” scandal, Ronny boy’s authoritarian views of school libraries, and more! Jennifer and Courtney will be covering “The Color Purple” by Alice Walker later this month before it gets released on the big screen on December 25th. Sources: Florida GOP Chair Christian Ziegler, husband of Moms for

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38:59

The "WOKE" Thanksgiving Episode - Junior!

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2023/11/21

In this episode, Courtney and Jennifer are thankful for the “truth”...but PragerU has a different definition of the word… Instead of a book, they cover the concerning resources that this state-approved organization has been releasing for use in public schools. They also ask their kids for their thoughts on the matter and the responses did not disappoint! Tune in as Jennifer and Courtney discuss turkey, patriotism, and whether or not pilgrims are “evil”. Kansas school forced 8-year-old Native

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50:04

Storm and Fury by Jennifer Armentrout

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2023/11/18

Butterfly in the sky…I’d like to see a &@#*$ try! Don’t mess with Levar Burton! In this episode, Jennifer and Courtney discuss how the rest of the world views Moms for Liberty…Including Oprah and Levar Burton! Join your hosts as they share the “steamy” scene from “Storm and Fury” by Jennifer Armentrout and reveal how one “mom” used a minor–without their parental consent–to try and get this book banned…and a media specialist fired! In addition to covering the book “Storm and Fury” by Jennifer

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44:36

Preview Episode for "Storm and Fury" by Jennifer...

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2023/11/13

Moms for Liberty is at it again! In this preview episode, Jennifer and Courtney cover the mom's latest shenanigans in trying to get yet another media specialist fired for yet another book. This time, the book is "Storm and Fury" by Jennifer Armentrout. This highly-reviewed young adult novel caused a school board candidate and Mmms for LIberty member, Jennifer Tapley, to try and file a police report in Santa Rosa county, Florida, this past October. Join your hosts as they ponder why such a

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43:10

Pumpkin Heads by Rainbow Rowell and Faith Erin Hicks

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2023/10/30

Just in time for Halloween and the Chief’s football season (thank you, Taylor), Jennifer and Courtney cover a charming graphic novel written by Rainbow Rowell and illustrated by Faith Erin Hicks about a budding romance in a pumpkin patch! Pumpkin Heads follows Josiah and Deja through their expansive pumpkin patch full of fun fall activities like caramel apple stands, hungry goats, and hay rides. Their adventures model positive lessons in body image, consent, and friendship…but one scene revealing

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01:02:07

"Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Perez

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2023/10/15

Just in time to close out Hispanic Heritage month, Jennifer and Courtney cover the widely banned book Out of Darkness by Ashley Hope Perez. Regarded as anal pornography by an angry Texan “mom-for-liberty”, Out of Darkness is actually a Romeo and Juliet inspired love story between a Mexican-American girl and an African-American boy at the time of the 1937 Texas school explosion. Tune in to find out how this award-winning historical fiction became wrongfully labeled thanks to the hateful rhetoric

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34:50

"My Shadow is Purple" By Scott Stuart

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2023/10/05

Well folks, this JR episode had to be dubbed…Jennifer and Courtney did their best but had a few minor slip ups that had to be dubbed over with fun words like “hot dog” and “meatball”. Nonetheless, they successfully made it through another JR episode that is “safe” to listen to with little ears around. This book covers “My Shadow is Purple” by Scott Stuart and the teacher who lost her job for bravely reading it to her 5th graders as a part of a lesson on poetry and inclusivity. Georgia Teacher

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50:03

"Stamped (for Kids)" by Sonja Cherry-Paul, Jason...

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2023/09/11

Jennifer and Courtney are back with a new lewk! Don't worry, they are still dishing out their strongly-opinionated reviews on banned and challenged books with a side of snark. This episode features "Stamped (for Kids)" by Sonja Cherry-Paul, Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi which seemed approproate considering Florida's attempt to silence Black and Brown voices through the removal of AP African American Studies. Join your hosts for the latest and greatest, including: Which flavor of white claw a

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55:10

Maus I and II by Art Spiegelman

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2023/08/01

It’s movie season! Jennifer and Courtney are excited about this summer’s box office hits…Barbie, Oppenheimer, and…The Sound of Freedom? Join them as they discuss what has movie-goers all in a tizzy ranging from female empowerment to an inaccurate portrayal of human trafficking produced by antisemitic conspiracy theorists. With antisemitic incidents on the rise and anti-student inclusion organizations like Moms for Liberty quoting Hitler, books like Maus I and II by Art Spiegelman are vital to

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58:02

"Melissa" by Alex Gino

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2023/07/14

Welcome back to “Moms for Book Liberty”! In today’s episode, Courtney and Jennifer are exploring “Melissa” by Alex Gino, a wonderful and wholesome chapter book about friendship and acceptance. While this book is considered a “junior” book and is recommended for anyone 8 and up, this episode is NOT a “junior” episode! Courtney and Jennifer don’t hold back as they expose the archaic backwardness of HB 1069 and the unjust attack on medical freedom and parental rights of SB 254. And don’t even get them

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36:05

JR Edition: Heather Has Two Mommies by Lesléa...

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2023/06/30

This week Jennifer and Courtney celebrate the 54th Aniversary of the Stonewall Riots with the review of "Heather Has Two Mommies" by Lesléa Newman and delve into the ever-charming Berenstain Bears, a family with Papa Bear, Mama Bear, Brother Bear, and Sister Bear. These lovable creatures teach timeless lessons but with Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill, are the Berenstein Bears...dare we say...WOKE? What are the differences between the Berenstain Family and Heather's family? Sure, one family is furry

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35:43

JUNETEENTH EPISODE: "The Hill We Climb" by Amanda Gormon

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2023/06/19

Happy Juneteenth from your hosts, Jennifer and Courtney! How did a woman who didn't even know who wrote this beautiful inaugural poem manage to restrict it from Miami elementary school students? Join your hosts as they discuss the censorship that resulted in Moms for Liberty’s website being hacked by none other than the Anonymous Hacktivist group. Jennifer and Courtney investigate what on Earth could drive Moms for Liberty to attempt to censor a poem that represents unity and growth of our

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01:50:27

DOUBLE EPISODE! Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe + Flamer...

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2023/06/18

Welcome back as Jennifer and Courtney continue celebrating Pride month by reviewing two award-winning, beautifully illustrated graphic novels: Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe and Flamer by Mike Curato. Join your hosts as they explore the science behind men having nipples and how our brains can become feminine or masculine before our “gender” is even determined! And of course this wouldn’t be a “Moms for Book Liberty” episode if they didn’t dish out the tea on the scandals of so-called Christian

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20:30

"And Tango Makes Three" by Justin Richardson and...

Moms Into Literary Freedom ·

2023/06/04

It's Pride Month, and love is in the air! And what better way to kick it off than with a fabulous podcast episode where Jennifer and Courtney dive into a book that apparently holds the mystical power to turn kids gay—yes, you heard that right! Join our dynamic duo as they don their rainbow-colored capes of truth to dissect how a book about penguins in love got banned in Escambia County, Flori-duh. Jennifer and Courtney are here to celebrate love, diversity, and to fight against the absurdity of

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