Power and Grief
Hanif explores the interplay between power and vulnerability through the lens of poetry, reflecting on the lack of control that both flowers and individuals often experience. He shares personal anecdotes about grief, particularly surrounding his mother's death, and discusses the complexities of artistic expression when navigating inherited trauma and societal expectations. The conversation reveals how distance in storytelling can provide both safety and creative freedom.In this clip
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