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Changing Landscapes of Mother Earth and Motherhood: Uncertainty and the Climate Crisis 

Join this essential and urgent conversation that examines the changing physical and cultural landscapes of the climate crisis. This panel centers one of the most pressing issues of our times and brings together in conversation four panelists…
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National Book Critics Circle Superstars of Poetry

Honoring the fiftieth anniversary of the National Book Critics Circle, this panel presents a stunning range of voices representing some of the best and most beloved poets of our times. NBCC poetry award winners Forrest Gander, Victoria Chang,…
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Lurking in Plain Sight: Crime Fiction Beyond Genre Borders

Moderated by thriller author Heather Young (The Distant Dead), this panel brings together novelists whose books center elements of crime, whether they’re shelved in mystery or literary fiction. Writer and firefighter Jason Powell’s debut…
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From the Real Farm to the Culturally Rooted Table

Who grows what we eat? What are the traditions of our meal preparation? Who gets pushed out of the political economy of food? How can foods be used to revitalize urban economies? What is the feedback loop between all these systems and the climate…
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Architectural Insights: Revealing Layers of Meaning in Bay Area Landmarks

Discover the Bay Area’s architectural gems through a narrative lens, as they unveil the intricate interplay of cultural, social, and technological forces. This panel showcases the authors of two captivating reads: John King, author of Portal,…