Dreams Examined in Widescreen

About this episode

The episode explores the themes of dreams and memory through the lens of graphic novelist Alison Bechdel and discusses the history of ostrich farming in Arizona.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: The curious history of ostrich farming in Arizona; and graphic novelist Alison Bechdel on letting memory guide her art.

People in this episode

Guest: Alison Bechdel

Topics covered

• dreams
• memory
• graphic novels
• ostrich farming
• Arizona history

Keywords

• dreams
• memory
• Alison Bechdel
• graphic novels
• ostrich farming
• Arizona

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Dreams Examined in Widescreen

Places: Arizona

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