Hua Hsu

Hua Hsu, the staff writer for The New Yorker and winner of the 2023 Pulitzer Prize for memoir, discusses his book, the importance of capturing the texture and rhythm of the past, a deconstruction of selling out and friendship, the process of reconstructing memories, exploring obscure things and failed revolutions, and Asian American art and representation.

In this podcast, writer Hua Hsu discusses the challenges of writing about the past, the transition from analog to digital culture, Asian American identity complexities, trauma and healing, mentorship in academic settings, and the therapeutic power of art and culture during tough times.

Hua Hsu, author of 'STAY TRUE,' discusses grief, friendship, and coming of age in his memoir. He touches on Asian American icons, changing conversations about Asian America, and the process of writing his book. The podcast explores themes of self-discovery, authenticity in writing, and the evolution of the Asian American community.