Ayanna Jameson, an ethnic studies professor and founder of the Octavia E. Butler Legacy Network, Cherie Renee Thomas, an author and editor in speculative fiction, and Eve L. Ewing, a multi-genre writer and professor focused on Afrofuturism, discuss the chilling relevance of Octavia Butler's 'Parable of the Sower' in today's world. They explore themes like hyper-empathy and survival, the impact of systemic failures, and the philosophy of Earthseed. The conversation emphasizes resilience, community, and the urgent lessons Butler's work offers for our future.
