#10 WILD TONGUES: Language, Identity, & Resistance in Writing

This is the fourth lecture for the 2024 Fall session of ENGLISH 1110 for The Ohio State University, taught by PhD Candidate Peyton Del Toro. This episode explores the intersections of language, identity, and power through the lens of Gloria Anzaldúa's essay "How to Tame a Wild Tongue." Beginning with a personal poem inspired by Anzaldúa's work, I reflect on the complexities of cultural assimilation, language barriers, and the personal impact of colonial history. Drawing on Anzaldúa's insights, we delve into how writing can serve as both a tool of resistance and a means of reclaiming identity, ultimately challenging dominant narratives and creating new spaces for understanding.