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FT Weekend: The stories we tell, with Elif Shafak

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Exploring Identity and Heritage

This chapter delves into the speaker's emotional connection to New York City and their Armenian heritage, discussing the complexities of identity, belonging, and the impact of historical trauma. It highlights a transformative journey to Armenia that deepened their understanding of cultural roots and the challenges of confronting painful histories. Through the lens of personal experience and literature, the conversation emphasizes the importance of storytelling and acknowledging the past in shaping individual and collective identities.

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