Exploring Art, Identity & Community | Karen Malpede S3 E16

In this engaging episode, we welcome playwright, director, and essayist Karen Malpede to share her inspiring journey through the world of theater, identity, and social justice. Karen recounts her upbringing in Evanston, Illinois, the loss of her father, and the challenges she faced as a member of a mixed-marriage family during a time of racial and cultural tension. From her early days feeling like an outsider in a predominantly Presbyterian community to her transformative years in New York, Karen's narrative reveals the profound impact of diversity and community on her artistic voice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices