Overview
Discover a diverse range of sessions on Sunday, September 22, featuring thought-provoking conversations on gender dynamics, poetic expressions, and the deep connections between food and memory.
Sunday Programming
Session Title | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
Blame It on Eve | 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM | Discuss gender dynamics with Sonora Jha, Namita Gokhale, Cat Bohannon, and moderator Kimberly A.C. Wilson. |
Poetics of the Multiverse | 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | Vijay Seshadri, Navtej Sarna, Shin Yu Pai, and moderator Amber Flame explore poetic diversity. |
Food, Culture, and Memory | 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM | Chef Srijith Gopinathan and moderator Sanjoy K. Roy connect food to memory and cultural heritage. |
Blame It on Eve
A Discussion on Gender Dynamics
Time: 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM
Blame It on Eve brings together Sonora Jha, Namita Gokhale, and Cat Bohannon, moderated by Kimberly A.C. Wilson. This session explores the scrutiny and limitations placed on the female body in gendered dynamics.**
Cat Bohannon discusses her research on the neglect of women’s bodies in evolutionary biology, based on her work Eve: How the Female Body Drove 200 Years of Evolution.
Sonora Jha, author of How To Raise A Feminist Son, and Namita Gokhale, author and co-director of the festival, provide additional perspectives on women's bodies and lives. Gokhale's work includes novels and recent explorations of female deities in Indian mythology.
Moderator Kimberly A.C. Wilson guides the conversation, offering insights and facilitating a multifaceted discussion on the topic.
Understand Gender Dynamics
Understanding gender dynamics and the representation of the female body in both literature and society is essential. The session 'Blame It on Eve' sheds light on these topics, providing varied perspectives that contribute to a deeper comprehension and broader discussion.
Poetics of the Multiverse
Explore Poetic Diversity
Time: 12:00 AM to 12:45 PM
In the 'Poetics of the Multiverse' session, Vijay Seshadri, Navtej Sarna, and Shin Yu Pai come together for a rich poetry reading. Moderated by Amber Flame, this event will showcase an array of poetic rhythms and styles.
Vijay Seshadri's work is known for its introspective and reflective tones. His verses often delve into personal experiences and larger philosophical questions.
Navtej Sarna brings a unique perspective with his evocative and eloquent poetry. His writing frequently explores themes of memory, identity, and history.
Shin Yu Pai, with her distinctive voice, merges cultural narratives and personal history, crafting poems rich in imagery and emotion.
Amber Flame will steer the session, encouraging a dialogue that highlights the imaginative possibilities of poetry in capturing the world as it stands today.
Celebrate Poetic Diversity!
Join Vijay Seshadri, Navtej Sarna, and Shin Yu Pai as they explore the joy and imaginative possibilities in diverse poetic expressions. Don't miss this uplifting session at 12:00 PM on Sunday, September 22, at Town Hall Seattle.
Food, Culture and Memory
Connect Food and Memory
Time: 02:00 PM to 02:45 PM
Food, Culture and Memory brings acclaimed chef Srijith Gopinathan and moderator Sanjoy K. Roy together to explore how food is more than sustenance; it is a powerful trigger for memories, emotions, and cultural heritage.
In their conversation, Gopinathan and Roy delve into how taste and smell evoke memories and emotions. They discuss how food traditions are closely tied to national and familial identities, and how writers use these sensory experiences in literature and poetry to evoke deeper feelings.
This session will shed light on the unique ways food influences our sense of belonging, identity, and memory, making it an integral part of cultural heritage. Gopinathan's experiences bring a rich and personal perspective to this discussion, moderated skillfully by Roy.
Discover the Power of Food in Literature and Memory
Food is not just sustenance; it is a powerful trigger for memories and emotions. In literature, authors use food to evoke the essence of home, culture, and personal history. Explore how the taste and smell of favorite dishes can connect us to cherished moments and cultural heritage.