You Have to Survive with Brandy del Río

In this episode of the Liberation is Lit podcast, we sit down with Latina poet and author Brandy Del Río to discuss the transformative power of poetry and storytelling. We explore themes of feminism, Latin history, and the impact of cultural heritage in writing. Del Río shares insights into her creative process, the challenges faced while compiling her poetry collection 'I Thought We Were Post Me Too,' and the importance of using one's voice as a form of protest. Tune in for a compelling discussion on the role of art in social change and the significance of storytelling in preserving cultural identity. 00:00 Welcome to Liberation is Lit00:17 Meet Brandy Del Rio00:56 Discussing Poetry and Themes06:46 Challenges in Compiling the Collection08:57 Using Poetry as Protest15:33 Empowering the Next Generation19:06 Where to Find Brandy's Work20:21 Closing Remarks and Contact InformationBrandy’s BookI Thought We Were Post MeTooWhere to Find Brandybdrwrites.com@BDRWrites on IG and Tik Tok Thank you for being part of the Liberation is Lit podcast! If you have stories to share, want to suggest topics, or just want to connect, find us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @liberationislit or visit our website at liberationislit.com. If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review! Remember, your voice matters, and together, through the lens of stories, we're making a difference in the world.