The Garret: Writing & Publishing Ep 256: Tyson Yunkaporta on writing right and wrong
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Oct 23, 2023 
Tyson Yunkaporta is an Aboriginal scholar and author renowned for his insights into Indigenous thinking. He discusses the power of storytelling in addressing mental health and cultural identity. The conversation contrasts Western and Indigenous narratives, emphasizing the ethical responsibility of storytellers. They also critique contemporary approaches to climate change and reflect on the impact of digital misinformation on Aboriginal identities. Yunkaporta shares personal anecdotes about navigating writing while balancing intimacy and audience perception.
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Residency and Burnout
- Astrid Edwards had a burnout but felt rejuvenated after a residency at Bundanon.
- Reading Yunkaporta's book felt like a perfectly timed follow-up.
Critique of Western Storytelling
- Yunkaporta challenges Western storytelling conventions.
- He critiques the linear beginning, middle, and end structure as a forced construct.
Right Story vs. Wrong Story
- "Right Story" is validated by the interconnected web of stories around it.
- "Wrong Story" arises from unilateral actions, like making a canoe alone.
