All The Ways To Be with Bryan Washington & Ocean Vuong
Dec 21, 2020
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Topics covered include: the purity of poetry, radical okay-ness, alternate life as a straight man, power of saying no, learning to choose yourself, exoticism of suburbia, upside of being small, letting artist expand vision through adaptation, and writing as a miracle.
The podcast highlights the importance of saying 'no' and making deliberate choices in one's creative process, especially in the face of external pressures.
The authors reflect on how queerness has influenced their creative processes and opened up possibilities for new narratives, emphasizing the importance of embracing diverse voices and perspectives in storytelling.
Deep dives
Creating a TV series and film adaptation
Brian Washington's debut novel 'Memorial' has been adapted into a limited TV series by A24, while Ocean Vuong's 'On Earth Were Briefly Gorgeous' is being adapted into a film. Both novels explore essential themes and provide a unique perspective.
Navigating book releases during a pandemic
The podcast discusses the experience of releasing books during the pandemic. While it was a challenging time, both authors express gratitude for the support and the ability to adapt to the changing circumstances.
The power of saying no and following personal convictions
The conversation highlights the importance of saying 'no' and making deliberate choices in one's creative process, especially in the face of external pressures. Both authors emphasize the value of staying true to oneself and pursuing projects that align with personal convictions.
Queerness and the possibilities of alternative narratives
The authors reflect on how queerness has influenced their creative processes and opened up possibilities for new narratives. They discuss the importance of challenging existing norms and embracing diverse voices and perspectives in storytelling.
Topics covered include: the purity of poetry, radical okay-ness, the alternate version of Ocean’s life as a straight man, why love wasn't a question in Memorial, the power of saying no, learning to choose yourself, the exoticism of suburbia, the upside of being small, letting another artist expand upon your vision through adaptation, and why being a writer is less a career than a miracle.
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