Show Notes
In One Nightstand, celebrity readers and writers join us at The Blond in 11 Howard to discuss their favorite books. In this episode, Samantha Leach goes deep with Jesse Williams on the titles that shaped his life, what attracted him to his most recent project, Hotel Costiera, and how reading A Confederacy of Dunces feels almost more relevant now. Special thanks to Tory Burch. Song of Solomon – Toni Morrison
Of Water and the Spirit – Malidoma Patrice Some
A Confederacy of Dunces – John Kennedy Toole
The Fountainhead – Ayn Rand
All episodes of Jesse’s hit new show, Hotel Costiera, are streaming on Amazon now. Credits Director/Director of Photography: Marshall Steif Assistant Camera: Jasmin Velez Post Supervisor: Delia Kelly Post Production Manager: Mateo Delgadillo Editor: Jeff Striker / James Koroni Producer: Aubree Lennon
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