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National Writers Series: Robin Wall Kimmerer and Mary Doria Russell

Robin Wall Kimmerer is a writer, scientist, and member of the Citizen Potawatami Nation. Her latest book is “Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants.” Robin appeared at a virtual National Writers Series event and spoke with professor and tribal judge Matthew Fletcher.
In the second half of the program, a discussion with Mary Doria Russell. Her latest novel is set in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula during the early 20th century mining boom. “The Women of the Copper Country” is a novel based on the life of real historical figures during a copper mine strike—most notably that of strike leader Annie Clements. Mary appeared at a virtual National Writers Series event and spoke with Interlochen Public Radio’s Kendra Carr.

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Linnaea Melcarek is an independent producer for Interlochen Public Radio.