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Ep. 9 Xochitl Gonzalez: "I'm able to deploy a little magical realism"

Ep. 9 Xochitl Gonzalez: "I'm able to deploy a little magical realism"

FromThe Latinness Podcast


Ep. 9 Xochitl Gonzalez: "I'm able to deploy a little magical realism"

FromThe Latinness Podcast

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Length:
37 minutes
Released:
Mar 19, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Xochitl Gonzalez is an American writer, born to a Puerto Rican mother and Mexican father, who has left an indelible mark on the contemporary literary scene. From her first novel, the critically acclaimed "Olga Dies Dreaming," to her Pulitzer Prize-nominated essays on gentrification for The Atlantic, Xochitl's storytelling prowess has enraptured audiences worldwide, establishing her as one of the most acclaimed Latin American authors.In this episode, we explore Xochitl's late journey as a writer, from her beginnings in the public library to her time at Brown University and the Iowa Writers’ Workshop. We delve into her inspirations, creative process and her recent release, "Anita de Monte Laughs Last."If you want to discover the works of other Latin American creatives, don't forget to visit www.latinness.com or follow us on @latinness__.------------Xochitl Gonzalez: "Soy capaz de desplegar un poco de realismo mágico"Xochitl González es una escritora estadounidense, nacida de una madre puertorriqueña y un padre mexicano, que ha dejado una marca indeleble en la escena literaria contemporánea. Desde su primera novela, la aclamada por la crítica "Olga Dies Dreaming," hasta sus ensayos nominados al Premio Pulitzer sobre la gentrificación para The Atlantic, la destreza narrativa de Xochitl ha cautivado a audiencias en todo el mundo, estableciéndola como una de las autoras latinoamericanas más aclamadas.En este episodio, exploramos el recorrido tardío de Xochitl como escritora, desde sus comienzos en la biblioteca pública hasta su tiempo en la Universidad de Brown y el Iowa Writers’ Workshop. Nos adentramos en sus inspiraciones, proceso creativo y su lanzamiento reciente, "Anita de Monte Laughs Last."Si quieres descubrir las obras de otros creativos latinoamericanos, no olvides visitar www.latinness.com o seguirnos en @latinness__.
Released:
Mar 19, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (11)

Welcome to THE LATINNESS PODCAST, your window to the vibrant and diverse world of Latin America. We're a bilingual podcast that delves deep into the richness of this region, celebrating its unique charm. Through candid conversations with Latin creatives, we invite you on an exploration of the heart and soul of Latin America. LATINNESS is the brainchild of Cristina Cabarcos and Kelly Talamas, two journalists deeply connected to their Latin heritage with a shared mission to honor and promote the beauty of this region. Our journey is fueled by curiosity and a passion for uncovering the talent and cultural tapestry that define Latin America.We will publish a new conversation every two weeks.For more stories from Latin American creatives, visit www.latinness.com and @latinness__———————Bienvenidos a THE LATINNESS PODCAST, tu ventana al vibrante y diverso mundo de América Latina. Somos un podcast bilingüe que se sumerge en la riqueza de esta región, celebrando su encanto. A través de conversaciones sinceras con creativos latinos, te invitamos a explorar el corazón y el alma de América Latina. LATINNESS es el fruto del esfuerzo de Cristina Cabarcos y Kelly Talamas, dos periodistas profundamente conectadas con su herencia latina y con la misión compartida de honrar y promover la belleza de esta región. Nuestro viaje está impulsado por la curiosidad y una pasión por descubrir el talento y el tapiz cultural que definen a América Latina.Publicaremos una nueva conversación cada dos semanas.Conoce más historias de creativos de Latinoamérica en www.latinness.com y @latinness__—------------------