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Ocean Vuong on Telling Lies, Building Family and Loving the Knicks
Jun 7, 2023
Acclaimed poet Ocean Vuong shares his journey of falling in love with poetry in New York basements, caring for his brother, and his mastery of writing. Topics include finding safety and community, becoming a Knicks fan, working with a partner, and reflections on family and responsibility.
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- Ocean Wong highlights the contrast between city life and a settled community in Western Massachusetts, emphasizing the sense of belonging and connection in the latter.
- Wong explains the transformative power of poetry in his life, describing it as a means of myth-making and language recalibration beyond corporate or political interests.
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Ocean Wong's Life in Western Massachusetts
Ocean Wong, a celebrated contemporary writer, reflects on his life in Western Massachusetts and the sense of community he has there. He describes the differences between city life and the more settled, long-lasting community in Western Massachusetts. Wong also expresses his excitement as a die-hard Knicks fan and his desire to experience the collective exuberance of cheering for the team in a sports bar.
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