"Trust Exercise" Author Susan Choi On Power Dynamics And Timely Fiction

The transcript discusses the complex relationship between teachers and students, particularly during adolescence. It explores the dynamics in a performing arts high school, where students are seen as 'proto adults' and the influence of a charismatic teacher. The conversation touches on power relationships and consent, especially in light of the Me Too movement. The author reflects on how national issues influence storytelling and writing, highlighting the shift in cultural narratives, such as immigration. The discussion concludes with the impact of these narratives on personal and fictional storytelling.

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