Speaker & Presenter
Speaker & Presenter
I speak about punk history, cannabis and psychedelics culture, the craft of writing and the stories we carry across generations.
Much to my surprise, as I've stepped into my recent writing projects, I've become a public speaker. As a result, I've presented at cultural centers, bookstores, synagogues, art galleries and beyond. I've spoken in academic settings including Yale University, American University, and the University of California, Berkeley. And I've led or co-led writing and creative seminars in Portland, the Bay Area, and virtually. As a result, my work has been showcased in numerous interviews and podcasts.
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Speaking Topics
In addition to preparing and editing audio components of the exhibit, I served as the moderator for the opening of "DIY in the District," an exhibition on former downtown arts spaces.
A presentation on the enduring myth, ethos, and creative inspiration of the punk movement.
A generative, short-form writing seminar on punks as natural storytellers. Whether or not you identify as a punk or you're just someone who's drawn to the margins, telling your own story—even if it's just to yourself—can be utterly transformative.
An interactive exploration of the transformative power of sharing our stories and the power of nonlinear modes of exploration including creative writing, dreamwork, and psychedelic journeying.
Ancestry, inheritance, and intergenerational transmissions in contemporary psychedelic and plant medicine practices.