Feb 17, 2020
I am proud to share my conversation with one of the most Beloved artist/scholar/community members of our times - Dr. E. Patrick Johnson! Patrick talks about growing up in North Carolina in communities where everyone made sure everyone was taken care of. He says that he owes who he is/how he moves in the world/how he theorizes/and what is possible in his life to his mom, her side of the family, and the sacrifices they made.
Patrick says that in these perilous times, he feels art is the thing that is going to save us and keep us sane...and so will grace. All who know him know - he not only is one of the hardest working/fiercely advocating/ground breaking/door openers...Patrick is the embodiment of Grace.
Patrick Johnson is the Carlos Montezuma Professor of Performance Studies and African American Studies at Northwestern University. A scholar, artist, and activist, Johnson has performed nationally and internationally and has published widely in the area of race, gender, sexuality and performance. He is the author of several books, including, Honeypot: Black Southern Women Who Love Women. His stage play, Sweet Tea—The Play, premiered in Chicago at About Face Theater in 2010. He is also the co-executive producer of the documentary film, Making Sweet Tea.
More about Patrick and all dem Guests:
https://www.whoyopeopleis.com/season-2
Patrick's website
http://www.epatrickjohnson.com
Patrick's award winning film
https://sweetteafilm.com
Patrick's newest book
https://www.dukeupress.edu/honeypot