DeepSummary
In this episode of the Behind the Table podcast, host Brian Teta is joined by co-host Sunny Hostin to discuss her recent trip to Spain and the launch of her third novel, 'Summer on Highland Beach.' Sunny shares details about her visit to her husband Manny's family home in a small Spanish village and the significance of the historically black beach community that inspired her book.
They also talk about Sunny's daughter Paloma's recent high school prom, where her daring mermaid-inspired dress sparked a minor disagreement with Manny over the plunging neckline. Sunny expresses excitement about the upcoming graduation and her mixed feelings as Paloma prepares to leave for college.
Additionally, Sunny discusses the potential casting for the Amazon series adaptation of her book series, mentioning her dream choices like Octavia Spencer and Whoopi Goldberg. They also preview the upcoming week's guests on The View, including First Lady Dr. Jill Biden and Brittney Griner.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Sunny Hostin published her third novel, 'Summer on Highland Beach,' which is inspired by a historically black beach community and the life of Frederick Douglass.
- The book series is being adapted for an Amazon series, and Sunny has dream casting choices like Octavia Spencer and Whoopi Goldberg.
- Sunny's daughter Paloma recently attended her high school prom, wearing a daring mermaid-inspired dress that caused a minor disagreement with her husband Manny.
- Paloma is graduating high school, and Sunny is feeling mixed emotions about her daughter leaving for college.
- Sunny recently visited her husband Manny's family home in a small Spanish village, which served as inspiration for her new novel.
- Upcoming guests on The View include First Lady Dr. Jill Biden and Brittney Griner, with Sunny expressing excitement for Griner's interview.
- Sunny is interested in hearing Dr. Biden's message to young voters and encouraging their participation in elections.
- Sunny's son Gabe, who occasionally appears on The View, interviewed her for Entertainment Tonight but hasn't read any of her books.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “I would like Octavia Spencer to play the role of Cindy if her time allows. If her time doesn't allow. If Whoopi Goldberg's time allows, I would like Whoopi Goldberg to play Cindy so.“ by Sonny Hostin
- “I thought she looked stunning. I thought she looked beautiful. She did something different. Manny saw it and hated it and was upset, but it had already passed.“ by Sonny Hostin
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Episode Information
The View: Behind the Table
ABC News
5/28/24