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Taffy Brodesser-Akner Writes Real People — Not Likable Ones

Fresh Air

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Wealth, Trauma, and Identity

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between wealth and personal identity, illustrated through the traumatic experience of a family dealing with a kidnapping. The author reflects on their own experiences and the historical context of Jewish American families, emphasizing the burdens and expectations tied to wealth. Through character development and personal anecdotes, the narrative examines the complexities of writing about affluent individuals and the emotional struggles they face.

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