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Mitchell Jackson: A Story of Resilience, Hustle & Art
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Tom, Mickey and Jeffrey are back for a new season of Unglossy. In this compelling episode, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Mitchell S. Jackson opens up about his remarkable journey from the tough streets of Portland, Oregon, to becoming a celebrated writer and educator. Mitchell shares intimate stories of balancing street life with academics, the transformative power of writing, and the challenges of teaching during a global pandemic. He reveals how his time in prison and the long, arduous process of writing his debut novel, The Residue Years, shaped his identity and artistic vision. Alongside reflections on winning the Pulitzer and the evolving role of public intellectuals, Mitchell dives into the unexpected intersections of music, NBA fashion, and cultural narratives in his latest book, Fly: The Big Book of Basketball Fashion. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, authenticity, and the enduring art of storytelling.
"Unglossy: Decoding Brand in Culture," is produced and distributed by Merrick Studio and hosted by Merrick Chief Creative Officer, Tom Frank, hip hop artist and founder of Pendulum Ink, Mickey Factz, and music industry veteran, Jeffrey Sledge. Tune in to hear this thought-provoking discussion on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you catch your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @UnglossyPod to join the conversation and support the show at https://unglossypod.buzzsprout.com/
Chapters
1. Introduction and Welcome (00:00:00)
2. Season Two News and New Show Introductions (00:05:00)
3. Mitchell Jackson: A Pulitzer Journey (00:12:00)
4. Parsing Life Experiences into Art (00:20:00)
5. Reflections on Life in Prison and Beyond (00:30:00)
6. Navigating Success After Winning a Pulitzer (00:45:00)
7. The Shift in NBA Fashion and Culture (00:58:00)
8. Upcoming Projects and Future Endeavors (01:10:00)
9. Final Thoughts and Wrap (01:20:00)
95 episodes
Manage episode 468394943 series 2798868
Tom, Mickey and Jeffrey are back for a new season of Unglossy. In this compelling episode, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Mitchell S. Jackson opens up about his remarkable journey from the tough streets of Portland, Oregon, to becoming a celebrated writer and educator. Mitchell shares intimate stories of balancing street life with academics, the transformative power of writing, and the challenges of teaching during a global pandemic. He reveals how his time in prison and the long, arduous process of writing his debut novel, The Residue Years, shaped his identity and artistic vision. Alongside reflections on winning the Pulitzer and the evolving role of public intellectuals, Mitchell dives into the unexpected intersections of music, NBA fashion, and cultural narratives in his latest book, Fly: The Big Book of Basketball Fashion. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, authenticity, and the enduring art of storytelling.
"Unglossy: Decoding Brand in Culture," is produced and distributed by Merrick Studio and hosted by Merrick Chief Creative Officer, Tom Frank, hip hop artist and founder of Pendulum Ink, Mickey Factz, and music industry veteran, Jeffrey Sledge. Tune in to hear this thought-provoking discussion on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you catch your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @UnglossyPod to join the conversation and support the show at https://unglossypod.buzzsprout.com/
Chapters
1. Introduction and Welcome (00:00:00)
2. Season Two News and New Show Introductions (00:05:00)
3. Mitchell Jackson: A Pulitzer Journey (00:12:00)
4. Parsing Life Experiences into Art (00:20:00)
5. Reflections on Life in Prison and Beyond (00:30:00)
6. Navigating Success After Winning a Pulitzer (00:45:00)
7. The Shift in NBA Fashion and Culture (00:58:00)
8. Upcoming Projects and Future Endeavors (01:10:00)
9. Final Thoughts and Wrap (01:20:00)
95 episodes
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