Intelligence Squared The Poetry of Modern Storytelling, with Olivia Gatwood
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Aug 12, 2024 
In this discussion, Olivia Gatwood, a celebrated poet and novelist, delves into her captivating novel, 'Whoever You Are, Honey,' unpacking the lives of its characters amid a tech-driven society. She explores the evolution of female identities and the importance of community in storytelling. The conversation also highlights the struggles of navigating gender expectations and the impact of societal norms on authentic self-expression. Gatwood shares her insights on adapting her work for the screen, emphasizing the complexity of women's autonomy and narrative integrity.
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Olivia Gatwood's Background
- Olivia Gatwood's background includes poetry, performance, and activism.
- Her work often explores coming-of-age, feminism, violence, and true crime.
Book Summary
- "Whoever You Are, Honey" features Mitty and Bethel, who resist the tech influx in Santa Cruz.
- Mitty becomes fascinated by Lena, the girlfriend of a tech entrepreneur.
Inspiration and Themes
- Gatwood's novel explores themes of community change, neighborly interactions, and fembots.
- She's interested in women robots and their struggle for liberation and sentience.
