My Government Means to Kill Me by Rasheed Newson | Lessons 1 - 5

Words in the Wild: Season 2 Premiere - Trey's New York Adventures BeginEpisode Summary:In the season 2 premiere of 'Words in the Wild,' Melanie and Tiffany kick off the episode with an excited celebration of their return. They dive into the first five lessons from 'My Government Means to Kill Me' by Rasheed Newson, discussing themes of personal growth, identity exploration, and overcoming societal constraints. Melanie and Tiffany discuss their personal experiences, linking them to the book's narrative about a young, gay Black man's journey in 1980s New York City. The episode concludes with motivational words from Jill Scott, setting an inspiring tone for the new season.Episode Highlights:00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Banter02:04 New Year Reflections and Personal Updates10:51 Diving into Fiction: My Government Means To Kill Me16:03 Protagonist's Background and Initial Struggles20:30 Lessons from the Book: Affection and Sanctuary37:01 Finding Your Tribe: Embrace Your Weirdness39:22 Lesson Three: Don't Wear Straight Jackets41:57 Transformations and Self-Discovery51:55 Lesson Four: Enemies Have Their Value01:00:49 Lesson Five: A Big Lie Can Build Character01:05:52 Final Thoughts and Predictions01:11:08 Words of the Week: Inspiration from Jill ScottResources & Links:My Government Means to Kill Me by Rasheed Newson (support your local library or Black-owned book store)Jill Scott On First Album In A Decade, Being Feminine Force In Music & Acting | Angie Martinez IRLWatch "Rustin" on NetflixConnect With Us!📸 Instagram: @wordsinthewildpod🎥 YouTube: @wordsinthewildpod💬 Join the Discussion on Facebook📩 Email: [email protected]💬 Join the Email List: Join the Club💰 Leave a Tip