Brandon Taylor

Dan Sinykin, a distinguished English professor at Emory, joins novelist Brandon Taylor, McGill's Alexander Manshel, and USC's J.D. Connor to delve into literary sociology. They discuss whether the institutional turn in criticism carries a feminine ethos and its ties to the Post45 Collective. The conversation highlights the limitations of data-driven diversity initiatives in literature and critiques historical biases against women's literary contributions. They also explore the balance between collective engagement and intrinsic literary qualities, alongside the evolving dynamics of literary criticism.

Brandon Taylor and Michael Olschimke discuss the Data Vault approach, its adoption in Europe, alignment with data mesh architecture, and the ongoing debate over Data Vault vs. Kimball methods. They also explore the impact of DataMesh on data warehouse design, recommended data modeling approaches, and hopes for the data industry.

Author Brandon Taylor discusses his latest novel 'The Late Americans' which follows a group in Iowa City navigating art, love, sex, and graduate school. They also explore the changing discourse around books and the expectations placed on authors in the digital age.

Brandon Taylor, an acclaimed writer and former biochemistry graduate, shares his thought-provoking journey from science to storytelling. He discusses the emotional toll of leaving academia, noting the isolation and racism he faced as a Black student in a predominantly white field. The conversation highlights the importance of diversity in science and how personal identity shapes one's career choices. Taylor reflects on the significance of belonging in academia and the passion that drives both scientific inquiry and creative writing.

Brandon Taylor, a successful writer known for his debut novel 'Real Life,' shares his transformative journey from biochemistry to literature. He reflects on the emotional toll of racism and isolation he faced as a black graduate student, highlighting the urgent need for inclusivity in academia. Taylor misses the hands-on discovery of science and emphasizes the beauty found in both scientific exploration and writing. His experiences serve as a poignant reminder of what the scientific community lost when he stepped away.