14 Piping Hot Chai and Chat with Qaanitah Hunter

11/11/2025 59 min
14 Piping Hot Chai and Chat with Qaanitah Hunter

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Qaanitah Hunter talks about her new book, Why am I Like This.

In this episode, Qaanitah Hunter opens up about what inspired her to write Why Am I Like This. As an award-winning journalist who achieved remarkable success at a young age, she reflects on her mental health at the height of her career, her journey through grief, and the personal challenges that shaped her story. Qaanitah also shares insights into her weight loss journey and the meaning of true friendship. Bring your tissues and your tea - this conversation will make you laugh, reflect, and shed a tear. Stay tuned until the end for a fun quiz to help you connect with the book’s characters. Buy The Mighty Watermelon Merch! · Buy Qaanita's book · Follow the Debrief Network · Visit Safeera's Website · Twitter X · Instagram · Facebook