Traci Thomas is the creator and host of The Stacks, a literary media brand that functions as a virtual book club and cultural criticism hub. Based in Los Angeles, she utilizes a video-first podcasting model to lead deep-dive discussions on how the written word shapes society. Thomas facilitates the Stacks Book Club, a recurring format where guests like Brit Bennett and Ibram X. Kendi return to deconstruct specific titles. Her work earned her a role as a frequent moderator for the LA Times Festival of Books, cementing her role as a vital tastemaker in the Black literary community. Recently, she launched the Poetry Therapy 2.0 series under her Unabridged segment, further expanding her exploration of diverse storytelling forms. By bridging the gap between intellectual rigor and accessible conversation, she provides a platform for authors such as Tayari Jones and Jason Reynolds to discuss systemic racism and the decolonization of modern bookshelves.