In this episode, I chat with the wonderful Joselin Linder, author of 'The Family Gene', about her family's unique genetic history and its profound impact. Joselin shares harrowing and hopeful personal stories, discussing the challenges of genetic diseases and the breakthroughs made by a Harvard geneticist. We delve into her writing career, her role as a writing coach, and her latest project, the subscription-based platform Prose Playground. Joselin reads an excerpt from her memoir and reflects on the process of translating complex scientific data into relatable narratives. We also explore her early writing career and the important role a sense of community provides for writers, hence Joselin’s desire to launch Prose Playground.
Learn more about Prose Playground HERE
00:00 Introduction to Joselin Linder and Her Family's Genetic Journey
00:44 Jocelyn's Writing Journey and Teaching Experience
01:36 Reading from 'The Family Gene'
02:34 The Genetic Mystery Unfolds
10:39 The Emotional Impact of Genetic Diseases
14:02 Hope and Advances in Genetic Research
22:21 The Journey to Teaching at Gotham
22:29 Writing Under Tight Deadlines
24:06 Creating a Writing Community
28:50 The Importance of Writing Groups
33:01 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts
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