Joi Purvy and Jasper Joyner

Recorded January 24, 2024 Archived January 24, 2024 35:02 minutes
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Description

Partners Joi Purvy (35) and Jasper Joyner (33) sit down to talk about their beloved city, Memphis. The two talk reflect on the kind and welcoming community that has embraced them and provided them security as Black queers. They also reflect on what it means to be growing older and how they hope to support the next generation.

Subject Log / Time Code

Joi Purvy and Jasper Joyner remember how they got together and their move to Memphis.
J and J talk about Memphis' queer community.
J and J describe the kindness in Memphis and compare it to other cities they've lived in.
J and J talk about how people have changed since COVID began.
J and J laugh about growing older.
J and J talk about the next generation.

Participants

  • Joi Purvy
  • Jasper Joyner

Recording Locations

Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Venue / Recording Kit

Partnership Type

Outreach