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Ep. 216: Bisexual, Biracial & Writing His Truth: Isaac Grijalva on "Six and a Half Days in the City"
Description
In this episode:
• Isaac's debut novel Six and a Half Days in the City — what's real vs. fictional
• Coming out as bisexual at 17: the notes app, Facebook post, and a very supportive mom
• Growing up Native American and Mexican American with a bisexual mother
• Why people still deny bisexuality exists — and why Isaac no longer cares
• Hookup culture, Grindr, Hinge, and making real friends off dating apps
• Being an EMT in pre-med and balancing school, work, and writing
• Trauma showing up uninvited: a panic attack in Prospect Park
• Isaac's next book: grief, brotherhood, and a bisexual oldest son
• Where to find Isaac: @isaacgrijalvabooks on Instagram, TikTok: @isaactaylorsversion99
Buy Issac's Book: https://www.amazon.com/6-1-2-Days-City-ebook/dp/B0F89S9WSG
Podcast song by SIXFOOT 5: https://www.sixfoot5prod.com
Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sixfoot-5/1551774977
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5rHMzoU0G0fLhaBsrQiOOY?si=laSZ5hiKTYubJJyhrzf2JQ
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