329: Actor and Author Kirby Howell-Baptiste

<div>This week we welcome actor and author Kirby Howell-Baptiste to the Black Girl Nerds podcast.  <br> <br> Most recently, she can be seen in “<strong>The Sandman</strong>” television, series and the film “<strong>Mr. Harrigan’s Phone</strong>,” both on Netflix. Upcoming, she stars in the heist series “<strong>Culprits</strong>” for Disney + launching early next year, and she is currently in production on “<strong>Sugar</strong>” for Apple +, opposite Colin Farrell. Audiences may also know Kirby from “<strong>Killing Eve”</strong>, “<strong>The Good Place”</strong>, “<strong>Hacks”</strong>, “<strong>Barry”</strong>, “<strong>Why Women Kill”</strong>, “<strong>Veronica Mars,</strong>” and Disney's “<strong>Cruella</strong>.”</div> <br> <div>Beyond her memorable acting across film and television, her latest manifestation is publishing two children’s books, launching <strong>November 15th</strong>. These empowering picture books, <strong>Little Black Girl</strong> and <strong>Little Black Boy</strong>, celebrate the joys of being a child and encourage Black boys and girls to follow their wildest dreams. <br> <br> Host: Ryanne<br> Edited by: Jamie Broadnax<br> Music by: Sammus</div>