Joseph Valente

Join Joseph Valente, a UB Distinguished Professor of English and Disability Studies, and Sean Kennedy, an English Professor specializing in Irish Studies, as they delve into the intricacies of Irish shame. They discuss its historical and cultural ramifications within literature, highlighting personal journeys of recovery from Catholicism. The duo explores how shame intertwines with identity, gender, and societal expectations, all while unpacking trauma and artistic expression in the context of Ireland’s colonial past. A thought-provoking conversation awaits!