The Fake Ass Book Club
Episodes
April Fools in the News
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week the ladies didn't read a book, they read the headlines. In this perfectly timed “fake book club” episode, the hosts showed up ready to c...
Moni & Kat review "Into the Manosphere" on Netflix
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the hosts dive into Louis Theroux's: Inside the Manosphere, Netflix documentary exploring the rise of online spaces centered around m...
The 4th Annual F.A.B. Awards
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Awards season is in full swing and while Hollywood is busy polishing statues and rolling out the red carpet for the Oscars, over here at the Fake Ass ...
March Fakeness
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode titled March Fakeness, the hosts switch things up with one of their signature Fake A$$ episodes. With no book on the agenda this wee...
Moni & Kat review "Homegoing" by Yaa Gyasi
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the hosts review Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi, a sweeping multi-generational novel that traces the descendants of two half-sisters from 18th-cent...
Moni & Kat review "Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model"
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the hosts revisit the cultural chaos of early 2000s reality television through the lens of the documentary Reality Check: Inside America's...
Moni & Kat review Relationship Goals on Prime Video
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! With Valentine’s Day serving as the perfect backdrop for the conversation, the ladies review Relationship Goals, the Prime Video film ...
Moni & Kat review The Trees by Percival Everett
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, in honor of Black History Month, the ladies review Percival Everett’s powerful and provocative novel The Trees. They begin with the book’...
Moni & Kat review "His and Hers" on Netflix
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the hosts dive into His & Hers, the Netflix series adapted from the popular novel. They break down the twists, turns, and tangled relat...
Moni and Kat review A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the hosts start with HBO’s A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, sharing their early thoughts on the series before branching out into oth...
Moni & Kat review Francine’s Spectacular Crash and Burn by Renee' Swindle
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the hosts kick things off by unpacking the viral Druski mega-church skit, debating whether the satire crosses the line or simply hold...
The FAB Burnout Episode: AITA Work Edition
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, burnout is the starting point and everything else flows from there. The hosts unpack the exhaustion that comes from juggling work, life, an...
A Very Unofficial Episode
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s episode takes a different shape. Due to scheduling conflicts and real-life responsibilities, the hosts dip into archived Patreon clips t...
Moni and Kat say goodbye to 2025
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year!
Moni & Kat review "Lady Sings the Blues": A Holiday Episode
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this Christmas Eve episode, the hosts dive into Lady Sings the Blues (1972), the biographical drama inspired by the life of jazz icon Billie Holida...
Moni & Kat review "Yellowface" by R.F. Huang
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, our hosts dive into R.F. Kuang’s explosive novel Yellowface, a messy, chaotic, and painfully accurate takedown of the publishing wo...
Moni & Kat review Sean Combs: The Reckoning
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! In this episode, our hosts dive deep into Netflix’s explosive new docuseries Sean Combs: The Reckoning, executive-produced by Curtis “...
Moni & Kat review Being Eddie
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week the ladies review the Documentary “Being Eddie” which explores the extraordinary life and career of Eddie Murphy, one of the most influe...
F.A.B. Podcast AITA Holiday Edition
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The ladies are back with another hilarious round of holiday-themed AITA posts! With Thanksgiving right around the corner, our hosts jump into Reddit’...
Moni & Kat review "Yellow Wife" by Sadequa Johnson
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back!! !n this episode, our hosts review "Yellow Wife", Sadeqa Johnson’s powerful historical fiction novel inspired by the real horrors of...
Moni and Kat review “Black is the New White" by Paul Mooney
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎤In this week's episode, the ladies review Paul Mooney’s book, "Black Is the New White", a memoir that’s equal parts comedy, truth, and cultura...
Moni & Kat review "Nobody's Girl" by Virginia Roberts Giuffre
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Up Next:Nobody's Girl: A Memoir of Surviving Abuse and Fighting for Justice. 🚨Trigger Warning for SA, incest and violence, spoilers🚨 In this we...
Witch Way to Redemption: Moni and Kat do a Cosplay
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this spontaneous pre-Halloween freestyle episode, the hosts begin with a light catch up session before getting into their full cosplay costumes (Ka...
Say My Name: Live from Polk Studios
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded live from Polk Studios in the Brightwood–Martindale neighborhood of Indianapolis, Moni and Kat showed up as ambassadors for IN Podcast, aka...
Moni and Kat review:The Conjuring of America by Lindsey Stewart
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Moni and Kat dive into The Conjuring of America: Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic by philosopher and...
Between Hope and Headlines
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of The Fake A$$ Book Club, hosts Moni and Kat skip the book review and slide into a conversation about surviving the heaviness ...
Moni & Kat review "Everyone is Lying to You" by Jo Piazza
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, our hosts review Jo Piazza’s new thriller "Everyone Is Lying to You", a sharp look at friendship, betrayal, and the dark side of in...
Moni and Kat review "Unknown Caller: The High School Catfish"
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome the F.A.B. Podcast!! This week the hosts review Unknown Number: The High School Catfish, a true-crime documentary Released by Netflix August o...
Shots Fired
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the show. No book this week, just headlines that can’t be ignored. The hosts break down the shooting of Charlie Kirk, the Evergreen ...
Moni and Kat review "You're Embarrassing Yourself" by Desiree Akhavan
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the show, the hosts tackle Desiree Akhavan’s sharp and darkly funny essay collection You’re Embarrassing Yourself. From her “platon...
Moni & Kat Give Reddit Relationship Advice
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Fake Ass Book Club, the hosts dive into the world of Reddit relationship questions...because sometimes strangers on the interne...
Moni & Kat Review “Fetishized”: A Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism, and Beauty by Kaila Yu
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of The Fake Ass Book Club, the hosts welcome author, journalist, singer, and cultural critic, Kaila Yu, to discuss her brand-...
Moni & Kat's Pizza Party: The Hunting Wives Edition
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Fake Ass Book Club, the ladies take on Netflix’s steamy thriller The Hunting Wives — with a twist. Moni only made it throug...
Moni & Kat Review "What in the World?!" by Leanne Morgan
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the hosts take a hilarious and heartfelt dive into What in the World?, the debut memoir by stand-up comedian Leanne Morgan. Known for...
Moni & Kat review "KPop Demon Hunters"
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, our hosts dive headfirst into the glitter, gore, and girl power of K-Pop Demon Hunters, the animated Netflix movie. They break down t...
The Cost of Freedom: A Review: "Incidnets in the Life of a Slave Girl" by Harriet Jacobs
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the hosts review Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl by Harriet Jacobs, one of the first personal narratives to detail the specific...
Moni & Kat review "The Girls Who Grew Big" by Leila Mottley
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the hosts review The Girls Who Grew Big, the powerful new novel by Leila Mottley.Set in a small Florida town, the story follows a gro...
Moni & Kat review "No Holes Barred" by Mandii B and Weezy WTF
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In No Holes Barred, podcast powerhouses Mandii B and Weezy WTF — the unapologetic voices behind the hit show Whorible Decisions, now Decisions deci...
Moni and Kat review Storm Issue #2 at PopCon Indy
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Fake Ass Book Club hit the PopCon Indy stage for a special live recording, diving into Storm Issue #2 – “Chapter 2: Death by Voodoo.” Moni a...
Moni and Kat review Tyler Perry's "Straw"
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back FAB FAM! This week, the ladies reluctanly reviewed Tyler Perry's straw. In Straw, Tyler Perry delivers a tense psychological drama that e...
AITA: Fake Ass Book Club Edition
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this hilarious and heartfelt episode inspired by The Fake Ass Book Club itself—plus a dash of The Office Ladies and everyone's favorite guilty pl...
Moni & Kat review: " The White Lotus" Season 3
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back FAB Fam! This week our hosts are reviewing Season 3 of HBO series,The White Lotus, where death, daddy issues, and emotional debt float ju...
Moni and Kat review: 'Sex and the City' by Candace Bushnell
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! This week, the ladies disect Sex and the City, which began as a newspaper column by Candace Bushnell for The New York Observer (1994–...
Moni & Kat review: Fearless and Free: A Memoir by Josephine Baker
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back!! This week the ladies review Fearless and Free, A memior by Josephine Baker. "Gorgeously translated into English for the first time by...
Moni and Kat review "Forever" on Netflix
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this spoiler filled episode, the ladies review, Forever, Netflix’s bold reimagining of Judy Blume’s iconic novel. Set in 2018 Los Angeles, thi...
Moni & Kat review: "Brothas Be, Yo Like George, Ain't That Funkin' Kinda Hard on You?" by George Clinton and Ben Greenman
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Fake Ass Book Club, our hosts blast off into the wild, weird, and wonderfully funky world of George Clinton’s memoir, Brothas Be, Y...
Moni & Kat review: "Sinners"
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back F.A.B. FAM. This week the ladies sink thier teeth into Ryan Cooglers first original film and instant classic, Sinners! Sinners is a genre...
Moni & Kat review: Matriarch by Tina Knowles
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, our hosts dive into Matriarch, the powerful new memoir by the iconic Tina Knowles. The ladies relive Tina's journey from a small town...
Moni & Kat review: "The Personal Librarian" by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! This week the ladies explore "The Personal Librarian" by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray—a stunning historical fiction ...
Moni & Kat review: Black Mirror Season 7, USS Callister: Into Infinity
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! This week the ladies are back at it, diving headfirst into the eerie, satirical world of Black Mirror in its long-awaited Season . Known...
Moni & Kat Review: "Adolescence" on Netflix
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this gripping episode, the hosts delve into Netflix's "Adolescence", a harrowing four-part British crime drama that has captivated audiences worldw...
Moni & Kat review: "Winterset Hollow" by Jonathan Edward Durham
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the hosts review "Winterset Hollow" by Jonathan Edward Durham. What begins as a nostalgic trip to birth place of a beloved childhood book q...
Moni & Kat review: Pixar's "Win or Lose"
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the ladies are stepping up to the plate for an animated home run! In this episode, our hosts enthusiastically review Win or Lose, Pixar A...
Moni & Kat review: "Confessions of a Video Vixen" and "Vindicated" by Karrine Stephans
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the ladies dive into Confessions of a Video Vixen and Vindicated by Karrine Steffans, exploring the highs, lows, and lessons (or lack...
Moni & Kat: Patreon Exclusive
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes life throws a curveball, and this weekend was no exception—one of our hosts (Kat) was in a car accident and ended up with a slight concuss...
Moni & Kat Celebrate 200 Episodes and review: "One of Them Days"
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week our hosts celebrate their 200th episode with Hot Cheeto-rimmed martinis in hand—just like in the new film One of Them Days, starring Keke ...
Moni & Kat's Fake A$$ Women's History Episode
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the hosts celebrate Women’s History Month with a dynamic conversation exploring the joys, challenges, and complexities of womanhood...
Moni & Kat review: "From the Ashes, New Begginings":Storm Book #1
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the hosts review From the Ashes: New Begginings, the highly anticipated first issue of Marvel’s latest solo series centered around...
Moni and Kat review "The Life of Herod the Great" by Zora Neale Hurston
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Moni and Kat review Zora Neale Hurston’s The Life of Herod the Great, a never-before-published novel that challenges the traditiona...
"Romance vs Reality": A Valentine's AITA Episode
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Love is in the air—and so is the drama! In this special Valentine’s Day episode, the hosts dive into juicy "Am I the A$$hole?" relationship dilemm...
Moni and Kat review: "Made in Harlem: A Memoir" by Dapper Dan ft. Coyon Ford
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Moni and Kat review "Made in Harlem: A Memoir" by the legendary Dapper Dan, exploring his childhood, creative inspirations, and journ...
Moni & Kat review: Ali Wong's Netflix Comedy Special "Single Lady"
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Released October 8 2024 Ali Wong’s Golden Globe award winning Netflix comedy special, "Single Lady", hilariously chronicles her post-divorce advent...
Moni & Kat review "We Refuse" by Kellie Carter Jackson
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the hosts explore Kellie Carter Jackson's groundbreaking book We Refuse, examining how refusal shapes the fight for justice and digni...
Moni and Kat review: "Who's That Girl?" by Eve co written by Kathy Iandoli
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the ladies took a closer look at Who’s That Girl?: A Memoir by Eve, co-written with Kathy Iandoli. Published on September 24, 2024,...
The 3rd Annual F.A.B. Awards
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The ladies of the F.A.B. Podcast are rolling out the red carpet for their 3rd Annual FAB Awards where they crown the past year’s standout moments, e...
"What’s in Your 2025 Bag?": Moni and Kat's year-end wrap up
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the special year-end episode! As the ladies wrap up 2024, they're setting the tone for the new year with a blend of reflection, celebrati...
Moni and Kat review: "Wicked"
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back F.A.B. Fam, Happy Holidays! This week the ladies are reviewing the highly anticipated film Wicked bringing the beloved Broadway musical t...
Moni and Kat review: "Imitation of Life"
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the hosts dive deep into the 1959 classic Imitation of Life—a film packed with drama, heartbreak, and a front-row seat to some of the mos...
Moni and Kat review: Children's Books "Into the Uncut Grass" by Trevor Noah & "You Are Actually Quite Small" by Kelly Collette
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the hosts explore "Into the Uncut Grass" by Trevor Noah, a captivating story of courage, imagination, and friendship, and "You Are Ac...
Moni and Kat review: HBO series "The Penguin"
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back!! This week Moni and Kat review The HBO series "The Penguin" staring Colin Farrell as Oswald "Oz" Cobblepot, continuing his portrayal fro...
Moni and Kat: "Into the Manosphere"
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! This week the ladies are diving into the shadowy depths of the manosphere—a sprawling online world where masculinity meets self-help, ...
Moni and Kat answer AITA Questions!
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the hosts take a detour from their usual reviews to dive into the drama-filled world of Reddit’s "Am I the Asshole?" (AITA) threads. From...
Moni and Kat review: "Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words" the documentary
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the ladies of F.A.B. take listeners on an emotional journey as they dive into "Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words", the documentary on Prime...
Moni and Kat Live: Create. Connect. Collab. "Intentionally Unstoppable" Event
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! This week the ladies were in the building for the Create. Connect. Collab. "Intentionally Unstoppable" event. In this episode, the hos...
Another Fake A$$ Episode: "Polls, Pop Stars & Pilfered Prep Bowls"
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
No book this week—it’s a “fake one! "In this episode, Moni and Kat dive into election fatigue, covering last-minute celebrity endorsements for H...
Moni and Kat review "Decoded" by Jay Z, ft. @brotha2daknight
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week the hosts are joined by friend of the show Byron to dive into Decoded by Jay-Z, a compelling blend of memoir, cultural commentary, and lyric...
Moni and Kat Review "So Far From Home" by Ana Castillo
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, the ladies dive into Ana Castillo’s powerful novel So Far from God, a story that blends magical realism, Chicano culture, ...
"Street Smarts and Art": F.A.B. LIVE at The Art Connect Show
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ LIVE from Art Connect 2024! 🎙️Welcome back!! In this week’s episode the ladies of the F.A.B.. Podcast recorded live from the Art Connec...
Reclaiming Rest: The Intersection of Creativity and Healing ft. Tasha Marie
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back F.A.B. FAM! This week the ladies welcomed Tasha Marie aka Tasha Mac, who was featured in the docuseries “Naptown Narratives, to discu...
Moni & Kat review: "The Anxious Generation" by Jonathan Haidt
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the hosts review Jonathan Haidt's book, "The Anxious Generation", tackling the rise of teen mental illness and the impact of technolo...
Moni and Kat discuss: Presidential Debate, Beyoncé's CMA Snub & Super Bowl Buzz
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Fake Ass Book Club, the hosts are diving into some of the latest hot topics making waves. The ladies breakdown the presidential debat...
Moni & Kat review "We Real Cool" by bell hooks featuring King K
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the ladies dive into bell hooks’ We Real Cool: Black Men and Masculinity, unpacking how media portrayals, systemic racism, and patr...
Moni & Kat review "Emily in Paris" season 4
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Love it or hate it, Moni and Kat review Emily in Paris, the polarizing Netflix series. The show follows the life of Emily Cooper, a young American w...
Moni & Kat review:“The Resilience Myth, New Thinking on Grit, Strength, and Growth After Trauma” by Soraya Chemaly
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back F.A.B. Fam! This week the ladies review “The Resilience Myth, New Thinking on Grit, Strength, and Growth After Trauma” by Soraya Chem...
Moni and Kat review "Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief", with guest K.C. @dangerbrewer
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome Back F.A.B. FAM!! This week Moni and Kat, along with special guest and friend of the show K.C. @dangerbrewer, dive head first into “Going C...
Moni & Kat review "Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them" by Al Franken
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! In this episode, the ladies review Al Franken’s “Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them: A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right”, a...
Moni and Kat review "Sprint" a Netflix Series
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back F.A.B. Fam! In this episode, the hosts dive into the thrilling world of elite sprinters as portrayed in the Netflix series "Sprint." This...
Moni and Kat review "Looking for Alaska" by John Green
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the Fake A$$ Book Club! Up next, Moni and Kat review "Looking for Alaska" a coming-of-age novel by John Green. The book follows Mile...
F.A.B. Podcast: AITA Episode
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this non-traditional episode, Moni and Kat take a break from their usual reviews to dive into the popular online trend of AITA (Am I The Asshole) q...
Moni and Kat review "Babes" the movie
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, our hosts delve into the hilarious and heartfelt comedy "Babes," co-written by Ilana Glazer and Josh Rabinowitz, and directed by Pame...
Another Fake A$$ Episode
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome Back!! This week Moni and Kat took the holiday off, so they decided to share a bonus episode meant for Patreon. This fun and candid episode wi...
Moni and Kat Live at the Indiana Black Expo
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! This week the ladies recorded live from the Indiana Black Expo!! This years's theme: Frontier Horizons, "African Americans and the A...
Moni and Kat review "James" by Percival Everett
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, our hosts review "James" by renowned author Percival Everett. The 2024 novel is a retelling Mark Twain's "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" f...
Moni and Kat review "The Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show"
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back!! In this episode, the hosts explore Jerrod Carmichael’s provocative reality show on Max. Their discussion centers around a critical qu...
Moni and Kat review the documentary "Butterfly in the Sky"
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, the ladies take a deeply personal look at the documentary "Butterfly in the Sky," which chronicles the fascinating history of...
Moni & Kat review "The Other Significant Other" by Rhaina Cohen
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the F.A.B. podcast, where the ladies dive into Rhaina Cohen's thought-provoking book, "The Other Significant Other." Cohen, a producer...
Happy Pod-iversary! Welcome to Season 4!
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the FAB podcast! This week our hosts catch up from the busy holiday weekend. They discuss Moni's trip to ATL attending the illustrio...
Moni and Kat review: The MET Gala
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Moni and Kat this week as they delve into the glittering world of the MET Gala, tracing its origins back to 1948 when it began as a modest fundra...
Moni and Kat fake a Mother's Day episode
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welccome Back! Sorry it's late, but Moni and Kat deservea break because Mother's Day.
F.A.B. Podcast Live at Pop Con Indy!
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back!! This week Moni and Kat recorded live from PopCon Indy to explore the overall popularity of comic books and their impact on pop culture....