BLK LIT: Octavia Butler - Why Didn't We Watch, KINDRED??!

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The Black Effect Presents... BLK LIT! This conversation delves into the profound impact of Octavia Butler's work, particularly her exploration of identity, legacy, and the human condition. It highlights the importance of imagination in shaping our realities and the necessity for confronting historical trauma through storytelling. Brandon Jacob Jenkins joins us to discuss the adaptation of Butler's 'Kindred' and the complexities of relationships within her narratives, the challenges in writing and adapting in Hollywood, and our need to expand past our fixed perceptions in society. Series Links: Interview with Brand Jacob Jenkins  Read: The Book of Martha  Kindred Watch: Kindred the Series on Hulu (AGAIN) Connect: Jacquees Thomas @_ThatsPeace Join the collective writing community BLKWritersRoom.com Learn More: OctaviaButler.com A Black Effect Original SeriesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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