Guest Picks: Beverly Johnson
Beverly Johnson joined us last week to talk about her stories career, and latest book. Check out some of her favorite things!
What have you read or seen over the past year (book, play, film etc…) that moved or surprised you?
Model Woman: Eileen Ford and the Business of Beauty by Robert Lacy …She was a complicated woman. I chronicle my own experiences with her in my book.
Straight Outta Compton…I was pleasantly surprised by this movie. I was expecting more violence, but I was truly moved by the importance of rap music.
Things I Should Have Told My Daughter: Lies, Lessons & Love Affairs by Pearl Cleage…Love anything by Pearl Cleage.
What are you listening to right now?
With my grandkids it's all about Watch Me Whip/Nae Nae by Silento
I also meditate daily to a Course in Miracles by my life coach.
What's the last great book you read?
John Adams by David McCullough
What's one thing you're a fan of that people might not expect?
I'm a fanatic about golf. It's the only sport I watch besides Venus and Serena. I also play daily.
What's your favorite comfort food?
Popcorn with butter and salt.
