Hanif Abdurraqib on what it means to “make it”

Podcast: This Is Uncomfortable (LS 66 · TOP 0.05% what is this?)Episode: Hanif Abdurraqib on what it means to “make it”Pub date: 2024-08-22Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationFor our season premiere, we’re sharing a conversation with one of our favorite writers, Hanif Abdurraqib. He joins Reema for a wide-ranging conversation about the moral judgments we’re quick to make about people’s financial circumstances, notions of success and legacy, and what it means to be “good” versus “bad” in an unequal world. Hanif also reveals one of the most challenging financial moments of his life and the reasons behind his commitment to giving away so much of his income.Hanif is an award-winning poet, cultural critic and author from Columbus, Ohio. He’s written six books, several of which are bestsellers, including his most recent, “There’s Always This Year.” His work spans sports, pop culture and politics, often focusing on issues of race and class, while also delving into themes of grief, beauty and love. He’s been the recipient of a MacArthur Foundation “genius grant” and a finalist for the National Book Award, among other accolades.If you liked this episode, share it with a friend. And to get even more Uncomfortable, subscribe to our newsletter!The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Marketplace, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.