E48: Catzie Vilayphonh on Arts as Resistance & LAOS in the House
About this episode
Rita Phetmixay engages with Catzie Vilayphonh to discuss her journey and the role of arts in community and identity.
In this episode, Rita engages in a conversation with Catzie Vilayphonh, an award-winning spoken word poet and community leader. They discuss Catzie's journey from being born in a refugee camp in Thailand to becoming a prominent figure in the Lao American arts community. The conversation explores themes of identity, storytelling, and the importance of community support. Catzie shares her experiences in organizing events, the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, and her reflections on...
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