Gasps From A Dying Art Form GFADAF EP 15 - Tap Dance Patriots; Emma Lazarus and "The New Colossus"
Aug 1, 2023
In this episode, host Tristan Bruns breaks down the monumental poem "The New Colossus" by Emma Lazarus—the same poem inscribed at the base of the Statue of Liberty—which spells out what ostensibly separates the U.S.A. from Europe and why we should be making life easier for immigrants, not harder. The episode explores the history, symbolism, and relevance of 'The New Colossus' poem and the Statue of Liberty in relation to immigration and the treatment of immigrants in the United States. It also discusses the correlation between poverty and crime rates, presenting various studies and reports that support the idea that poverty increases crime. Delve into the roots and evolution of tap dance, examining its connection to African American culture and its role as a communal experience. Ivory Wheeler shares his experiences of being trained by Macio Anderson, including the harsh punishments they endured. Finally, the speaker explores their passion for poetry, discussing poems by Kurt Vonnegut and Langston Hughes.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The New Colossus and the Statue of Liberty
01:52 • 11min
The Correlation Between Poverty and Crime Rates
12:43 • 15min
Exploring Tap Dance Philosophy and Folk Dance
27:32 • 3min
Tap Dancing Training, Racism in Film, and the Arnold Sisters' Tap Dancing Careers
30:40 • 4min
Love for Poetry and Pursuing the Arts
34:25 • 7min