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Daria Lavelle (Aftertaste) feat. Kareem "Mr. Bake" Queeman, Guest Gay Reader
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Host Jason Blitman sits down with author Daria Lavelle (Aftertaste) to explore the sensory phenomenon of clairgustance, how words possess distinct textures that can be experienced beyond their meanings, and the fascinating etymology of the word "taste." Daria reflects on the delicate balance between happiness and grief and shares her journey discovering the many dimensions of hunger. Jason is then joined by Guest Gay Reader, acclaimed pastry chef Kareem "Mr. Bake" Queeman, who shares what he's been reading as well as what his book would be about should he write one.
Daria Lavelle is an American fiction writer. Born in Kyiv, Ukraine, and raised in the New York metro area, her work explores themes of identity and belonging through magic and the uncanny. Her short stories have appeared in The Deadlands, Dread Machine, and elsewhere, and she holds degrees in writing from Princeton University and Sarah Lawrence College. She lives in New Jersey with her husband, children, and goldendoodle, all of whom love a great meal almost as much as she does. Learn more at DariaLavelle.com.
Kareem “Mr. Bake” Queeman is an award-winning baker providing high-quality made-from-scratch nostalgic desserts. Mr. Bake and his team are devoted to creating a consistent, flavorful product, enjoyable with each bite. Mr. Bake is a certified LGBTQ business with deep roots in community service and activism. He believes in creating space for Queer people of color in and out of the food industry. He is the founder and owner of Mr. Bake Sweets and a James Beard Award semi-finalist. mrbakesweets.com
SUBSTACK!
https://gaysreading.substack.com/
BOOK CLUB!
Use code GAYSREADING at checkout to get first book for only $4 + free shipping! Restrictions apply.
http://aardvarkbookclub.com
WATCH!
https://youtube.com/@gaysreading
FOLLOW!
Instagram: @gaysreading | @jasonblitman
Bluesky: @gaysreading | @jasonblitman
CONTACT!
[email protected]
122 episodes
Manage episode 483833371 series 3486094
Host Jason Blitman sits down with author Daria Lavelle (Aftertaste) to explore the sensory phenomenon of clairgustance, how words possess distinct textures that can be experienced beyond their meanings, and the fascinating etymology of the word "taste." Daria reflects on the delicate balance between happiness and grief and shares her journey discovering the many dimensions of hunger. Jason is then joined by Guest Gay Reader, acclaimed pastry chef Kareem "Mr. Bake" Queeman, who shares what he's been reading as well as what his book would be about should he write one.
Daria Lavelle is an American fiction writer. Born in Kyiv, Ukraine, and raised in the New York metro area, her work explores themes of identity and belonging through magic and the uncanny. Her short stories have appeared in The Deadlands, Dread Machine, and elsewhere, and she holds degrees in writing from Princeton University and Sarah Lawrence College. She lives in New Jersey with her husband, children, and goldendoodle, all of whom love a great meal almost as much as she does. Learn more at DariaLavelle.com.
Kareem “Mr. Bake” Queeman is an award-winning baker providing high-quality made-from-scratch nostalgic desserts. Mr. Bake and his team are devoted to creating a consistent, flavorful product, enjoyable with each bite. Mr. Bake is a certified LGBTQ business with deep roots in community service and activism. He believes in creating space for Queer people of color in and out of the food industry. He is the founder and owner of Mr. Bake Sweets and a James Beard Award semi-finalist. mrbakesweets.com
SUBSTACK!
https://gaysreading.substack.com/
BOOK CLUB!
Use code GAYSREADING at checkout to get first book for only $4 + free shipping! Restrictions apply.
http://aardvarkbookclub.com
WATCH!
https://youtube.com/@gaysreading
FOLLOW!
Instagram: @gaysreading | @jasonblitman
Bluesky: @gaysreading | @jasonblitman
CONTACT!
[email protected]
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