Episode · Stuff You Should Know · 2026-03-26

Books mentioned on Malcom X

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Malcolm X was one of the most revered, feared leaders of the civil rights movement. In contrast to Martin Luther King, Jr.

Chuck Bryant discussed The Autobiography of Malcolm X by Malcolm X. Josh Clark recommended Malcolm X Speaks by Malcolm X.

Books mentioned, in the order they came up

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1. 

   The Autobiography of Malcolm X

   Malcolm X · at 0:51 · mentioned 2 times

   The Autobiography of Malcolm X is a classic American memoir recounting the life, civil rights activism, and spiritual evolution of Malcolm X as told to Alex Haley.

   Discussed

   “So, I saw the movie in '92 and then read the autobiography that with Alex Haley Mhm.”

   Chuck Bryant Malcom X 2026-03-26 Listen at 0:51

   Where to get it

   AmazonListen on Audible
2. 

   Malcolm X Speaks

   Malcolm X · at 50:57

   Malcolm X Speaks by Malcolm X is a widely celebrated collection of the influential civil rights leader's speeches, interviews, and public statements delivered during the height of the movement.

   Recommended

   “Um also, I've seen that Malcolm X Speaks is a really great book. I think it's his collected speeches.”

   Josh Clark Malcom X 2026-03-26 Listen at 50:57

   Where to get it

   AmazonListen on Audible