Ayokunle Falomo vs. Multiple Selves

During today’s episode, Brittany and Ajanae talk with Ayokunle Falomo, author of the poetry collection Autobiomythography Of. Join them as they discuss the intertwining of mythology, time, and history, as well as the responsibilities of parenthood, keeping secrets, and navigating the multiplicity of the self. 

Until Next Time: 

Here are some pieces of media to accompany your experience of the episode and a writing prompt to tide you over until we meet again!

• Lucille Clifton - Lucille Clifton, The Killing of the Trees
• James Baldwin- Where To Start With James Baldwin | The New York Public Library
• Aṣa - Aṣa - Good Thing (Official Video)
• Ai Ogawa - Ai | The Poetry Foundation

Writing Prompt: 

Write a contrapuntal with two different origin stories for yourself or someone else.