“This Beautiful, Ridiculous City” Kay Sohini

About this episode

Kay Sohini discusses her graphic novel that explores her journey as an immigrant and survivor in New York City.

In her graphic novel, “This Beautiful, Ridiculous City” Kay Sohini tells her story as an immigrant and survivor of an abusive relationship. For her, New York City isn’t just a place of dreams but a source for healing and self-discovery.

People in this episode

Guest: Kay Sohini

Topics covered

• immigration
• abuse survival
• graphic novels
• self-discovery
• healing
• New York City

Keywords

• graphic novel
• immigrant story
• abusive relationship
• self-discovery
• New York City
• healing

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: This Beautiful, Ridiculous City

Places: New York City

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