Ep 16: Brandon Kazen-Maddox - Physical language and (Freedom)

We chat with Brandon Kazen-Maddox, a non-binary an ASL artist, actor, choreographer, director, acrobat, and educator whose work lives at the intersection of movement, language, and identity. We chat about recommended reading, they teach us about codas and godas, and remind us to slow down, take a breath, and think before we speak.Subscribe now to join Erica, Laura, and their guests for unfiltered conversations, relatable moments, and a whole lot of heart.Support the show and discover your new favorite queer brands at PinkRobinShop.com We’d love to hear from you!Share your thoughts, stories, or questions for future episodes.0:00 - Introduction to Brandon1:02 - What is a CODA?3:51 - Thinking in Multiple Languages8:04 - Grace and Pace - The Art of Interpretation12:08 - Sign Languages Around the World15:44 - Language Deprivation and ASL Legacy19:37 - Reading, Books, and Queer Joy26:45 - Fellow Travelers Opera29:26 - Intersectionality and Finding Your Place32:07 - Growing Up Millennial34:25 - Queer Quickies41:30 - Where to Find Brandon