Lexis Non Scripta
Kristen Leigh
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Conversations with writers, artists, musicians and other people who use language as material for creative play. We chat about new words they've made up.
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APR 27, 2021
Connie Pertuz Meza: Words Are Magic, That's Why It's Called Spelling
A conversation with Colombian American writer and educator Connie Pertuz Meza about making your own magic.
32 MIN
APR 22, 2021
Isa Boonto Part II: Multiplicities
Part 2 of my conversation with Austin-based undisciplinary artist Isa Boonto is streaming everywhere now. We discuss their experience as an international student in a fine arts program in the United States, how their children have inspired and informed their work, and the societal need to break down binary constructs.
22 MIN
MAR 15, 2021
Krittayalax Isa Boonto: Making Art in High Context v. Low Context Language Systems Part 1
Undisciplinary Asian American artist Krittayalax Isa Boonto and I talk about the differences between high context and low context cultures and what their experience has been creating in these two very different language and culture systems. Fun!
19 MIN
JAN 27, 2021
Writer Jules Chung Stops By With A New Word And Other Treats
Jules Chung brings all the joy! She shares her word, reads one of her poems, and recommends some of her favorite writers of the moment.
36 MIN
DEC 17, 2020
Singing Intergenerational Soul with Saint Mercedes
A conversation with New Orleans-based soul singer Saint Mercedes. Don't miss this Wabi-Sabi hit of bliss!
33 MIN
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