The podcast episode delves into the extraordinary life and work of American poet Shane McCree, focusing on his recently released memoir titled "Pulling the Chariot of the Sun." The memoir explores McCree's challenging experiences, including being kidnapped by his white grandparents and raised under false beliefs about his black father. It reveals McCree's resilience, his pursuit of poetry as a means of self-expression, and his journey of finding his identity. The memoir also highlights the transformative power of literature and the strength of the human spirit. The episode discusses the impact of McCree's kidnapping on his life and identity, his attempts to piece together his past through the memoir, and the complexities of his experiences growing up in a racist household. It also explores the influence of McCree's familial relationships on his identity formation, his struggles with faith and Christian beliefs, and his quest for reconciliation with his father.
