Chapin Montague and Mayana Torres

Recorded August 24, 2024 25:15 minutes
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Id: lmn004022

Description

Chapin Montague (25) interviews Mayana Torres (23) on the day before her 24th birthday. They talk about Mayana's upbringing in New York City and her hopes for the coming year.

Subject Log / Time Code

Mayana Torres (MT) talks about her childhood growing up in Flatbush and some of her memories of gaining independence as a teenager.
MT talks about some of her family members and how she was drawn to study music.
MT mentions that she's considering working in education.
MT remembers how she got involved in climate activism, floral work, and art.
MT reflects on what she's learned this past year as a 23-year-old and her hopes for being 24.
MT talks about her experience living in Barcelona and having to come home during the pandemic.
MT talks about her art studio and the people who cultivate her creativity.
MT talks about her birthday plans.

Participants

  • Chapin Montague
  • Mayana Torres

Recording Locations

Lower Manhattan StoryBooth