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Jerry Slaff
Playwright and writer who stutters, whose work includes the play Lies and a novel in progress; discusses craft, lived experience with stuttering, and representation on stage and page.
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Oct 18, 2025
• 40min
This Playwright Who Stutters Found His Voice on the Page, and the Stage
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Jerry Slaff, a playwright and writer who stutters, dives into the interplay between his speech and creativity. He candidly shares how age and community transformed his approach to stuttering, noting its impact on his writing career. From his love for radio storytelling to crafting characters that stutter, Jerry emphasizes representation and allyship. He discusses the freedom found in embracing his speech, asserting that others' perceptions are theirs to deal with. For him, it's all about the power of voice—on the page and the stage.
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