Clear+Vivid with Alan Alda
How "Maid" Was Made
Nov 7, 2023
Explore Stephanie Land's journey from poverty to becoming a successful author and activist, raising awareness about poverty and advocating for social reforms. Learn about the impact of her best-selling book and TV series, including increased calls to a domestic abuse hotline. Discover Stephanie's struggle with finances and loans as she pursued her passion for writing, as well as her techniques for initiating meaningful conversations and gaining confidence. Plus, get insights on appreciating different perspectives, avoiding unwanted interactions, and a book recommendation.
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- Stephanie Land's book 'Made' highlights the challenges faced by single mothers and the stigmatization of poverty.
- Accessing government assistance programs while in poverty proves to be an intricate process with bureaucratic hurdles and a lack of support.
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Overcoming Poverty and Writing Success
Stephanie Land, author of the best-selling book 'Made,' shares her journey from poverty to success. Despite struggling financially as a single mother working as a house cleaner, Land managed to attend college by taking out student loans. Her experience led her to write 'Made,' which became a sensation and was later adapted into a popular TV series. Land emphasizes the need for reform in social safety nets and sheds light on the challenges faced by single mothers and the stigmatization of poverty.
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