In this episode of the Be a Better Ally podcast, Tricia Friedman interviews Hope Larson, a prolific artist and author, about her journey in the creative industry. They discuss the importance of defining success beyond traditional metrics, the significance of connection and community in education, and the challenges of navigating learning differences. Hope shares insights into her creative process, the role of collaboration, and the value of mini comics in artistic development. The conversation emphasizes the need for educators to foster an environment that encourages creative expression and exploration among students.

Chapters

00:00 Defining Success Beyond Achievements

02:57 The Importance of Connection in Education

05:57 Navigating Learning Differences and Asking for Help

08:59 The Creative Process: Finding Characters and Themes

11:54 Collaboration and Intellectual Humility in Art

15:09 The Role of Mini Comics in Artistic Development

18:11 Encouraging Creative Expression in Communities

Learn more about the guest and the book:

https://www.harpercollins.com/blogs/authors/hope-larson