Cory Carline and Joseph Torres
Recorded
September 8, 2023
Archived
September 8, 2023
39:39 minutes
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Id:
mby023084
Description
Cory Carline (33) interviews their adopted uncle, fairy godfather, and forever mentor Joseph Torres (58) about how his identities have informed his life. Joseph shares reflections on being gay and Two Spirit as well as his Indigenous Mexican and Oneida heritage.Subject Log / Time Code
Cory Carline (CC) asks Joseph Torres (JT) what his identities mean to him now in his life.
JT remembers his mother's reaction when he came out and explains Native American culture surrounding what it means to be Two Spirit.
JT reflects on wanting to create a safe space for the Queer and Two Spirit youth in his life.
JT gives the advice that as you grow older, you need to let people go that don't embrace your full self.
CC tells JT that they don't think they'd be the person they are today without JT.
CC asks JT about his dreams and how they've changed over time.
JT talks about the importance of collaboration and working together, especially as Indigenous people.
JT asks CC how they'd like to be remembered.
Participants
- Cory Carline
- Joseph Torres