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Ep. 104 - You Should be Reading Charles Chesnutt (Tess Chakkalakal)
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Ep. 104 - You Should be Reading Charles Chesnutt (Tess Chakkalakal)

An interview with scholar Tess Chakkalakal

Tess Chakkalakal chats with Connie Morgan about her deep dive into the life and work of Charles W. Chesnutt. They explore race, identity, and the challenges black writers face, especially when expectations clash with lived experience. The conversation highlights Chesnutt’s impact, his key relationships, and why his work still matters today.

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