Tarana Burke From Activist to Author
02/01/22 • 35 min
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Glory chats with activist and author Tarana Burke about her memoir Unbound: My Story of Liberation and the Birth of the Me Too Movement, and using her story as a form of activism. In this episode, they also talk about embracing the freedom to be unapologetically Black and how that journey has led to Tarana becoming an author and leader.
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Glory chats with activist and author Tarana Burke about her memoir Unbound: My Story of Liberation and the Birth of the Me Too Movement, and using her story as a form of activism. In this episode, they also talk about embracing the freedom to be unapologetically Black and how that journey has led to Tarana becoming an author and leader.
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In this episode titled "Tarana Burke From Activist to Author," the host interviews Tarana Burke, the founder of the Me Too movement. Burke discusses her journey to becoming an author, sharing her experience writing her memoir and the importance of vulnerability and healing in the process. She reflects on her childhood and the impact of Maya Angelou's work, confronting difficult memories to reframe her understanding of her own truth. The episode also includes recommendations from the owners of the Sankofa bookstore and highlights other podcasts like Pushkin Plus and Well Read Black Girl. This insightful conversation sheds light on the compounded reality of being a black girl in America and sets the record straight about the origins and purpose of the movement, making it a must-listen for those interested in Burke's story and the power of writing for healing and social change.
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Tarana Burke From Activist to Author Top Questions Answered
How can I listen to the podcast episode featuring Tarana Burke?
You can listen to the podcast episode featuring Tarana Burke by subscribing to Pushkin Plus on Apple Podcasts.
What is the Well Read Black Girl podcast about?
The Well Read Black Girl podcast honors the work of female, fem, and non-binary writers of color.
Who is the host of Well Read Black Girl?
The host of Well Read Black Girl is Gloria Adam.
What is the Me Too movement?
The Me Too movement was founded by Tarana Burke and aims to bring awareness to and support survivors of sexual harassment and assault.
When was Tarana Burke's book "Unbound" released?
Tarana Burke's book "Unbound" was released in September 2021.
How did reading influence Tarana Burke's writing?
Tarana Burke discusses how her love for reading influenced her writing in the podcast episode.
What challenges did Tarana Burke face while writing her memoir?
Tarana Burke shares the challenges she faced while writing her memoir in the podcast episode.
Why did Tarana Burke decide to share her memoir "Unbound" at this moment?
Tarana Burke wanted to define the origins of the Me Too movement and emphasize its connection to black girlhood by sharing her memoir "Unbound."
Who suggested the title "Unbound" for Tarana Burke's book?
The title "Unbound" for Tarana Burke's book was suggested by Garret Kennedy, her personal editor.
What does the title "Unbound" capture?
The title "Unbound" captures the concept of unbinding oneself from things that hold them back, as Tarana Burke discusses in the podcast episode.
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