Episodes

  • Book II: Chapter XLIV - How Would You Handle That?

    Book II: Chapter XLIV - How Would You Handle That?
    Oct 10 2025
    Welcome back to Another Week in the Books! 📚 In this chapter, Spike Lou and Rich dive into the recent conversation surrounding Ayesha Curry’s comments and explore why her words sparked such a strong reaction. Was it justified? Was it misunderstood? The fellas break it all down with their usual blend of insight and humor. From there, things get personal as Spike Lou shares some wild anecdotes from his week, sparking an honest convo about navigating tricky situations involving friends, relationships, and boundaries. How would you handle it? Tune in and see how the crew would. As always, we appreciate you rocking with us. Be sure to subscribe, comment, like, and share – and remember: Let’s get better this week. 💪🏾✨ Contact Us: 470-318-5034 E-mail: awitb2022@gmail.com Instagram: @anotherweekinthebooks @iamspikelou @krich513 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Book II: Chapter XLIII - First Fridays w/ Portia Renee

    Book II: Chapter XLIII - First Fridays w/ Portia Renee
    Oct 3 2025
    Welcome back to a new chapter of Another Week in the Books! It’s First Friday, so you know what that means—Spike Lou and Rich are joined by the one and only Portia Renee for another can’t-miss episode. This week, the crew dives into the downfall of some legendary artists and unpacks how their stories can serve as cautionary tales for our own lives—how to stay focused and not "crash out" when success (or life) gets overwhelming. Then, things get petty and hilarious as Spike Lou and Portia share their Top 10 Dating Turn-Offs. We appreciate you rocking with us—make sure to subscribe, like, comment, and share. Let’s get better this week! 🎧 Available on all platforms! Contact Us: 470-318-5034 E-mail: awitb2022@gmail.com Instagram: @anotherweekinthebooks @iamspikelou @krich513 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 59 mins
  • Book II: Chapter XLII ft. Isaiah - Healing in Real Time

    Book II: Chapter XLII ft. Isaiah - Healing in Real Time
    Sep 19 2025
    Welcome back, Bookworms! 📚 Spike Lou and Rich are back with a powerful new chapter—and this week, they’re joined by a familiar face: return guest Isaiah, aka Skool. 🙌 In this personal episode, Skool and Rich open up about their journey of healing, reconciliation, and growth after facing challenges during Skool’s battle with addiction. They dive into the importance of releasing anger, staying open to learning and understanding, and showing up consistently for the people you care about. We truly appreciate Skool for his honesty, strength, and vulnerability—just like always. This one is for anyone working on themselves and their relationships. Let’s get better this week. 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, comment, like, and share! Contact Us: 470-318-5034 E-mail: awitb2022@gmail.com Instagram: @anotherweekinthebooks @iamspikelou @krich513 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 1 min
  • Book II: Chapter XLI - Keep the Mic On

    Book II: Chapter XLI - Keep the Mic On
    Sep 12 2025
    Welcome back to Another Week in the Books! 📚 In Chapter XLI, Spike Lou and Rich reflect on their personal growth and evolution in the podcast space. This week’s conversation dives deep into how they view themselves today compared to when they started, and why it’s vital for people to hear Black men speak authentically—on any topic. This episode is full of honesty, insight, and laughs—a real, organic conversation between two men navigating their purpose and voice. We’d love to hear your thoughts. Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and share. Let’s keep building. Let’s get better this week. 💪🏾 #AnotherWeekInTheBooks #AWITB #BlackVoicesMatter #BlackMenSpeak #PodcastLife #OrganicConversations #PersonalGrowth #SpikeLou #RichTalks #WeeklyPodcast #GrowthMindset #MenWithMics #PodcastCommunity #Let’sGetBetter Contact Us: 470-318-5034 E-mail: awitb2022@gmail.com Instagram: @anotherweekinthebooks @iamspikelou @krich513 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 41 mins
  • Book II: Chapter XL - First Friday's ft. Portia Renee

    Book II: Chapter XL - First Friday's ft. Portia Renee
    Sep 5 2025
    Welcome back to Another Week in the Books! It’s First Friday, and that means the return of the always on-point Portia Renee. 🌌✨ This week, we’re picking up where we left off with our last conversation with Portia—diving deeper into astrology. Portia did some digging for Rich and Spike, and the results? Let’s just say... things got uncannily real. 😳♉♑ Alongside the cosmic revelations, the trio tackles a spicy side topic: Would you be cool with your partner working with their ex? 👀💼💔 Tap in for laughs, insight, and a fresh perspective on growth, relationships, and staying aligned with your higher self. Don’t forget to subscribe, comment, like, and share—we appreciate your support. Let’s get better this week. 🖤📚 Contact Us: 470-318-5034 E-mail: awitb2022@gmail.com Instagram: @anotherweekinthebooks @iamspikelou @krich513 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • Book II: Chapter XXXIX - Have We Met Before?

    Book II: Chapter XXXIX - Have We Met Before?
    Aug 22 2025
    📚 Welcome to a new chapter of Another Week in the Books! In Chapter XXXIX, Spike Lou and Rich dive into the world of 37U football, asking the hard question: Is there a level of mental instability required to play amateur tackle football into your 40s? 😂 But this episode goes deeper than sports. After over two years of recording together, the fellas realize they’ve never truly taken the time to get to know one another. What follows is a powerful and honest conversation about the life experiences that have shaped them into the men they are today. If you’ve ever wanted to know more about who Spike Lou and Rich really are, this is the episode to lock in with. 🎧 As always, thank you for rocking with us — be sure to subscribe, comment, like, and share. Let’s get better this week. Contact Us: 470-318-5034 E-mail: awitb2022@gmail.com Instagram: @anotherweekinthebooks @iamspikelou @krich513 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    2 hrs
  • Book II: Chapter XXXVIII ft. Nate Austin - Bet On Yourself & Know Your Worth

    Book II: Chapter XXXVIII ft. Nate Austin - Bet On Yourself & Know Your Worth
    Aug 8 2025
    Welcome back to Another Week in the Books! In Chapter XXXVIII, Spike Lou and Rich sit down with Rich’s close friend and brother, artist Nate Austin, for an inspiring and eye-opening conversation. Nate shares his journey as a creative, the game-changing role his wife played in multiplying his success, and the tough but powerful lessons he’s learned about self-worth. He also opens up about how he stays inspired with his art and the downfall of survival mode. This one is for every creative, dreamer, and doer out there. Thanks for listening — don’t forget to subscribe, like, comment, and share. Let’s get better this week. 💯 Contact Us: 470-318-5034 E-mail: awitb2022@gmail.com Instagram: @anotherweekinthebooks @iamspikelou @krich513 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • Book II: Chapter XXXVII ft. Portia Renee - "Masculinity, Martin, & Money for Dates"

    Book II: Chapter XXXVII ft. Portia Renee - "Masculinity, Martin, & Money for Dates"
    Aug 1 2025
    Welcome back to Another Week in the Books! In Chapter XXXVII, Spike Lou and Rich are joined by the always insightful Portia Renee for a fun and thought-provoking conversation. This week, the trio tackles some big questions: – Do Black men have the space to express different forms of masculinity? – Why is Ari Lennox taking issue with the classic sitcom Martin? – And… would you give your friend money just so they can go on a date? It’s a light-hearted yet meaningful episode filled with laughs, honest takes, and good vibes. We appreciate you tuning in — don’t forget to like, subscribe, share, and drop a comment. Let’s get better this week! 💬📚✨ Contact Us: 470-318-5034 E-mail: awitb2022@gmail.com Instagram: @anotherweekinthebooks @iamspikelou @krich513 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 20 mins