Marshall Poe
Marshall Poe
Iván Monalisa Ojeda, "Las Biuty Queens: Stories" (Astra House, 2021)
Iván Monalisa Ojeda, "Las Biuty Queens: Stories" (Astra House, 2021)
Iván Monalisa Ojeda, "Las Biuty Queens: Stories" (Astra House, 2021)
Tuesday 27th April 2021
Iván Monalisa Ojeda discusses 'Las Biuty Queens: Stories', revealing the resilience of Latinx queer and trans immigrants in NYC.
63 minutes
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Las Biuty Queens: A Glimpse into the Lives of Latinx Queer and Trans Immigrants
I really appreciated what you've done for your community, for sex work, for sex workers, but also as an academic with a sex working background who sees our world portrayed in a way that I don't always recognize, and I wanted to thank you for that, because I think you've done a really good job.
Ever wondered what life is like for Latinx queer and trans immigrants in New York City? Iván Monalisa Ojeda’s 'Las Biuty Queens: Stories' offers a raw and compelling look. Drawing from personal experiences as a trans performer, sex worker, and undocumented immigrant, Ojeda paints a vivid picture of a community navigating addiction, law enforcement clashes, and personal violence. Each character in this collection chooses their own path of defiance, often with a darkly humorous twist.
The result is a powerful portrait of friendship, solidarity, and resilience. Host Marshall Poe dives deep into these themes with Ojeda in this episode of 'New Books in Drugs, Addiction, and Recovery'. They discuss the unique challenges faced by this vibrant community and the unyielding spirit that keeps them going. This episode is not just about struggles; it’s about the strength and love that bind these friends together.
If you’re curious about the hidden lives within New York City’s glittering facade, this conversation is a must-listen.