Jessi’s Secret Language: “The Polanski sisters” (ft. Jeff Augustin!)

We have another great guest! We are joined by playwright/writer Jeff Augustin, who knows a thing or two about being Black in New England. We discuss Ann M. Martin’s crusade for inclusion of all kids, the dangers of equating different types of oppression, and whether or not Jessi is… too perfect. Jeff is very  into the chunky sweaters and does a little dance when we reveal that AMM is gay. Also, Esme and Anne try to convince Jeff and Emily that rat tails actually were very cool. (Seriously.)

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“Stuck in Stoneybrook” is edited by Emily Crandall. Theme song written and recorded by Gary Shaller, performed by the band Kid Kit. Need some books that we mentioned? Buy them from our Bookshop bookstore. If you’re feeling dibbly generous, rate and review us on iTunes. You’re the best friends a girl could ask for. Last but not least, thank you to Ann M. Martin, for everything.