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The Sensitivity Reader Podcast
by Sydney Fowler
The Sensitivity Reader podcast we will talk about the craft, business, and necessity of diverse stories in research, literature, and other media.
Episodes
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S02 Episode 03 The Business of Sensitivity Reading with Erin Servais
On this episode, Erin Servais of Dot and Dash LLC and I compare and contrast beta and sensitivity reading, and discuss their work with Dot and Dash LLC and the Minneapolis writing community. We focus on some of the nuances of being a sensitivity reader, self-advocacy, and use make a case for...
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S02 E02 Representation in Speculative Fiction With Author, Courtney Morgan
"Science fiction is not predictive; it is descriptive." -Ursula K. Le Guin, from the Introduction to The Left Hand of Darkness Speculative Fiction includes anything and everything that pushes the boundaries of reality: surrealism, fabulism, horror, science fiction, fantasy, horror, magical…
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S02 E01 Representation in Horror: A Review of Knives and Skin With Eneri Rodriguez
Join Eneri "Netty" Rodriguez and I for a discussion of representation in the 2019 experimental film, Knives and Skin directed by Jennifer Reeder. We talk feminist cliches, teen angst, and the power of representation in movies. Netty is an expert on gender, race, and horror and you do not want to...
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Episode 7 Part 2 of 2 Own Voices with Maha Kamal
Description: Part 2 of 2: South Asian writer and attorney, Maha Kamal and I talk about self-advocacy and creating and participating in alternative publishing platforms. Then we cover the importance of a strong writing community for marginalized people. Maha uses her background in diversity…
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Episode 7 Part 1 of 2 Own Voices with Maha Kamal
Description: Part 1 of 2: South Asian writer and attorney, Maha Kamal talks about the short story collection she is working on. Including, what led her to write speculative fiction and the themes and characters in her stories. Other topics in this episode are: autofiction, historical figures in...
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Episode 6: Trans Women in Stories with Cara Tucker
In this episode, we discuss representation and tropes of trans women in books and television. In addition to talking about common tropes, Cara and I discuss what's missing from trans women's characters. We also talk about best practices for using pronouns and previous names in character…
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Episode 5: Mental Illness and Writing
In this episode, I focus on dealing with mental illness in times of crisis as a creator and how to write more authentic mentally ill characters. I talk about my own mental health challenges and those of a character in my novel in progress. There are some mentions of suicidal ideation and medical...
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Episode 4: Sex and Sexuality in YA Fiction with Jesaka Long
In this episode, I am joined by Jesaka Long for a discussion on sex and sexuality in YA fiction. How explicit is too explicit? When is it okay to "fade to black" on a sex scene? Get answers to these questions and more as well as practical tips to improve your writing craft when it comes to sex…
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Episode 3: Interview with Sensitivity Reader, Joseph Ponce
In this episode, we discuss the business and subtleties of sensitivity reading with our guest and fellow sensitivity reader, Joe Ponce. We talk about everything from when and how to credit a sensitivity reader, the costs and benefits of using one, and discuss different approaches to completing a...
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Episode 2: Disability and Queer Representation with The Happy Zoologist
In this episode, we discuss disability representation in web comics and various other forms of media with special guest, Tab, The Happy Zoologist. Find Tab on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehappyzoologist/ Media mentioned in this episode: Out of the Blue by Ari...
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Episode 1: What Is Sensitivity Reading?
Welcome to the first episode of the Sensitivity Reader podcast. This show is dedicated to conversations about the craft, business, and necessity of diverse stories in research, literature, and other media. This episode defines sensitivity reading, gives an overview of what you can expect from...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does The Sensitivity Reader Podcast have?
The Sensitivity Reader Podcast currently has 11 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is The Sensitivity Reader Podcast about?
The Sensitivity Reader podcast we will talk about the craft, business, and necessity of diverse stories in research, literature, and other media.
How often does The Sensitivity Reader Podcast release new episodes?
The Sensitivity Reader Podcast has 11 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
Where can I listen to The Sensitivity Reader Podcast?
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Who hosts The Sensitivity Reader Podcast?
The Sensitivity Reader Podcast is created and hosted by Sydney Fowler.
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