April 22, 2025

Gender Fluid Identities & Creative Expression with Quentin Arispe (265)

1 hour 18 minutes

Humanizing the queer experience is vital in art and media

Quentin Arispe joins Sue Marriott as they share their incredible journey of self-discovery. Exploring themes of gender fluidity, the impact of theater on personal growth, and the balance between masculinity and femininity – they discuss the role of grief in creative expression. Their conversation highlights the importance of authenticity and vulnerability in the creative process, as well as the transformative journey of humanizing the queer experience through art.

“I think everybody can obtain both their divine masculine and feminine.” – Quentin Arispe

Time Stamps for The Fluidity of Gender Identity with Quentin Arispe (265)

05:50 The impact of theater on Quentin’s personal growth

17:47 Understanding divine masculine and feminine

21:45 The dichotomy of performance and authenticity

26:07 The role of grief in creative expression

42:07 Embracing duality in grief and joy

56:00 Exploring identity through music

01:17:05 Humanizing the queer experience

About our Guest – Quentin Arispe

Quentin Arispe is a versatile musician whose genre-blending sound is both innovative and deeply personal. Quentin explores themes of duality, freedom, and self-expression, challenging societal norms while celebrating authenticity and vulnerability. Featured in Austin Chronicle and performing at venues like The Bitter End in NYC, Quentin has also appeared at festivals such as SXSW and ACL. With influences spanning soul, R&B, indie pop, and pop icons, Quentin continues to leave a lasting mark on music. In 2024, Quentin released “As Above, So Below”, a two-part EP series that transitions from introspective indie rock to house-inspired tracks, exploring grief, healing, and liberation.

Resources for The Fluidity of Gender Identity with Quentin Arispe (265)

“as above,SO BELOW” – Flim by Quentin Arispe

“Genre-Hopping Hustler Quentin Arispe Wants to Be in Every Room” – Article from the Austin Chronicle

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