In this episode, I'm joined by Jamie Madden (he/sé), author of Bittersweet Lane: Creating Home(s) in the American Affordable Housing Crisis. In his book, he talks about growing up in affordable housing and how that influenced his current life's work to make sure price restricted housing continues to be built for the next kid--with all the restrictions of our current system. Growing up in that environment, perfection is required for upward mobility. Jamie discusses some of the ways he experienced perfectionism and how he encourages himself out of perfectionism through music and making watercolor art with his daughter.
We also discuss themes of resistance and how art helps us remember our past and fight for the future. #FreePalestine
You can buy Jamie's book here or wherever books are sold!
References:
Blindboy Boat Club
The Mountain Goats
Row House Publishing
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