

Ross Gay on inciting joy while dining with sorrow
5 snips Jan 2, 2024
Poet Ross Gay talks with Brittany Luse about the complexity of joy and finding delight in the midst of sorrow. They discuss how joy and sorrow can coexist, the importance of connection and sharing sorrows, and finding joy as a form of resistance and incitement to joy. They emphasize the significance of staying connected to one another and seeking help, and reflect on the power of writing about joy in troubling times.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Exploring the Difference Between Delight and Joy
02:31 • 2min
The Relationship Between Joy and Sorrow
04:18 • 8min
Finding Joy in the Midst of an Apocalypse
12:01 • 2min
Finding Joy in Difficult Times and the Importance of Connection
14:17 • 5min
Exploring the Power of Writing About Joy in Troubling Times
19:21 • 3min