This episode was inspired by one of writer Yrsa Daley-Ward’s gentle interrogation prompts on Instagram: “Write about the desire that embarrasses you.” So I talked about that embarrassing thing – yearning. In this episode, I dive into what it means to want deeply and openly in a culture that often treats yearning as weakness. I reflect on platonic love, longing for community, and vulnerability, muse on bell hooks (who spoke of this greatly), and unpack how desire can be both tender and transformative.

In this episode, you’ll hear my original poem, Love Is. Thanks for listening, y’all.

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