How do your ancestors guide you?

United States Poet Laureate, Joy Harjo, takes us on her journey of discovery with beautiful prose. My friend, Priscilla, and I discuss the interesting way she weaves poetry, her familial history, her spiritual intuition, and art into her unique and inspirational story. We reflect on the way our own relationships have shaped us, the expectations that come with life, and the way that art can guide and heal us.

Listener discretion advised: this episode contains mature language and sensitive discussion topics including sexual assault

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Link to this episode’s book:
Crazy Brave by Joy Harjo

Link to Joy’s Poet Laureate Project:
Living Nations

Other ways to support/connect with Joy Harjo:
Buy her books!
Instagram
joyharjo.com

Transcripts are available through apple’s podcast app—they may not be perfect, but relying on them allows me to dedicate more time to the show! If you’re interested in being a transcript angel, let me know.

This episode is produced, recorded, and edited by me.

Special thanks to my dear friend, Priscilla-- my ride or die. You’re there for me through all the ups and downs, thanks for always being a hand to hold.

Xx, Alex