Octavia's Parables

Toshi Reagon and adrienne maree brown discuss Chapter 14 of Octavia E. Butler's Parable of the Sower. We lost all our episode descriptions when the podcast was taken down; more details soon. Glad we're back!

A funeral for Lauren’s father. The Garfields go to Olivar. A fire, theft. Loss all around. Toshi and adrienne offer thoughts and questions about Chapter 13 of Octavia E. Butler’s Parable of the Sower.Follow us on twitter at @oparables, and support our show on Patreon at Octavia’s Parables.Links:Bernice Johnson Reagon, They Are Falling All Around Me Transcript: https://www.dropbox.com/s/y1gpz7eiqguvg9m/Octavia%27s%20Parables%20chapter%2013%20transcript.docx?dl=0

Toshi Reagon and adrienne maree brown discuss Chapter 12 of Octavia E. Butler's Parable of the Sower. We lost all our episode descriptions when the podcast was taken down; more details soon. Glad we're back!

Break-in, theft and a rape at the compound. Olivar is recruiting. Lauren names the Books of the Living. adrienne and Toshi offer thoughts and questions on Chapter 11 of Octavia E. Butler’s Parable of the Sower.  Support this show on Patreon, at Octavia’s Parables. And follow us on twitter at @oparables. Some links from the episode: How to Survive the End of the World Show w/ Chani Nicholas  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WlTsLXqmzN0&t=2435s    Closing Ceremony With Toshi Reagon and Leah Penniman https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0hJqLAEuto&t=446s   Ruby Sales http://www.spirithouseproject.org/aboutruby.php   Transcript: https://www.dropbox.com/s/pn8ixeuyuy039sq/Octavia%27s%20Parables%20chapter%2011%20transcript.docx?dl=0

Toshi Reagon and adrienne maree brown discuss Chapter 10 of Octavia E. Butler's Parable of the Sower. We lost all our episode descriptions when the podcast was taken down; more details soon. Glad we're back!

adrienne, a literary theme enthusiast, and Toshi, a narrative explorer, delve into Chapter 9 of Octavia E. Butler's Parable of the Sower. They address the impact of violence within family dynamics, particularly between Keith and his father, and its implications on childhood. The conversation highlights the struggle of parenting amidst societal chaos, while also critiquing power dynamics and the need for thoughtful decision-making during crises. Additionally, they reflect on the emotional toll of family discord and the resilience required to navigate these challenges.

Toshi Reagon and adrienne maree brown discuss Chapter 8 of Octavia E. Butler's Parable of the Sower. We lost all our episode descriptions when the podcast was taken down; more details soon. Glad we're back!

Toshi Reagon and adrienne maree brown discuss Chapter 7 of Octavia E. Butler's Parable of the Sower. We lost all our episode descriptions when the podcast was taken down; more details soon. Glad we're back!

Toshi Reagon and adrienne maree brown discuss Chapter 6 of Octavia E. Butler's Parable of the Sower. We lost all our episode descriptions when the podcast was taken down; more details soon. Glad we're back!

We dive in, with a summary of the first chapter of Parable of the Sower, our analysis, and questions for you (and your people) to consider. Support the production of this show on Patreon, at Octavia’s Parables Follow us on Twitter at @oparables Transcript: https://www.dropbox.com/s/tdh0h3ic5hyedij/Octavia%27s%20Parables%20chapter%201%20transcript.docx?dl=0