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Every book Trevor Noah recommended on podcasts
Trevor Noah appeared on The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett to discuss his personal life, his departure from The Daily Show, and how his struggles with depression were linked to ADHD. During the episode, Noah reflected on the literary influences that shaped his creative worldview and writing style, specifically pointing to classic philosophical tales that evoke a sense of childlike wonder. He cited Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's beloved book 'The Little Prince' as a major source of inspiration, explaining how such works encouraged him to rediscover childlike curiosity, imagination, and the ability to think beyond oneself before emotional wounds accumulate. Noah also compared his own writing to Charlie Mackesy's popular illustrated fable 'The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse,' noting that his work follows in that exact tradition of beloved, comforting books. Through these literary comparisons, Noah emphasized the enduring power of simple, profound stories that help adults reconnect with innocence, empathy, and their unjaded inner selves.
Books recommended by Trevor Noah
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The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse Fifth Anniversary Limited Edition
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse Fifth Anniversary Limited Edition by Charlie Mackesy is a heartwarming, beautifully illustrated modern fable that explores themes of kindness, friendship, and vulnerability for readers of all ages.
Discussed“and it follows in the tradition of the the boy the fox in the mall it's it's books that I loved”
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The Little Prince
The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry is a beloved philosophical tale about a young prince who visits various planets in space, addressing themes of loneliness, friendship, love, and loss.
Discussed“you know the boy the F The Little Prince you know there's so many books like that that I think ins spired me to think about rediscovering our childlike um curiosity uh ability to to to think Beyond ourselves our imagination like almost like re-remembering yourself before many of the hurts”
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Appearances
| Episode | Podcast | Date | Books |
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| Trevor Noah: My Depression Was Linked To ADHD! Why I Left The Daily Show! | The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett | 2024-10-17 | 3 |