Malcolm D. Lee and Expanding Story of ‘The Best Man’
Malcolm D. Lee and Expanding Story of ‘The Best Man’  
Podcast: Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Published On: Tue Jul 15 2025
Description: Van and Rachel are joined by Director Malcolm D. Lee to discuss his new book, ‘The Best Man: Unfinished Business’, what inspired the writing of the original movie, and if we can expect a ‘Girls Trip 2’ anytime soon? (0:00)  Intro (1:35)  Adapting the story for the page (7:33)  Addressing criticism  (11:29)  Adapting the story for the screen (14:47) Prequels? (17:46)  One of the sexiest casts of all-time (22:35)  Sable bourbon (22:41)  Girls Trip 2 (24:17)  Essence Fest Hosts: Van Lathan Jr. and Rachel Lindsay Guest: Malcolm D. Lee Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices