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The Moth

The Moth Radio Hour: How You See Me

Apr 23, 2024
53:30
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Stories of self-perception vs. external perceptions: Enrique faces border patrol, Aydrea realizes classmates' view, Miles auditions for a play. Kimberly feels lost in marriage. Jessi gets dream job. Themes of identity, race, empowerment, and comedy intertwined in personal tales.
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Quick takeaways

  • Challenges of self-identity: Enrique reflects on conflicting self-perception vs others' views at the Border Patrol encounter.
  • Impact of societal norms: Aydrea's realization of her black identity in fourth grade exposes societal biases.

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Transitioning Identities and Borders

Enrique Garcia Naramjo, an artist in Arizona, reflects on the contrast between how he sees himself versus how others see him, particularly in the context of a Border Patrol encounter. He recounts an experience where he shared poetry with high school students, delving into the cultural and linguistic identity of being between two worlds, reflecting on his emotions and past encounters with Border Patrol.

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