Episode 70
Letters to Ms. 1000 w/ Christian Joosse
In this conversation, Nakita Reed and Christian Joosse discuss the journey of writing and publishing 'Letters to Miss 1000', a book aimed at mentoring and inspiring future Black women architects. Christian shares her personal history with writing, her motivations for the book, and the challenges of including diverse voices in the project. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, hope, and representation in the field of architecture. In this conversation, Christian Joosse discusses the artistic vision behind his book, which highlights the stories of women in architecture. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship and representation in the field, sharing personal anecdotes that illustrate the impact of these themes. Joosse also delves into her self-publishing journey, explaining the barriers she faced and the significance of physical publications in architecture. The discussion underscores the need for storytelling in architecture and the role of community in supporting diverse voices.
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Bio: Christian Joosse is the editor, co-author, and curator behind Letters to Ms. 1000 | Words of Wisdom from African American Women Architects, Vol. 1. She is an architect, academic, aspiring poet, mother, and mentor. Her first published poem at age eight ignited her love for the written word and her family construction business put the first hammer in her hand, both powerful tools to build a lasting foundation. As an architect at Moody Nolan Inc., the largest African American owned and operated firm in the nation, nationally recognized design work requires captivating storytelling to imbue the culture of the communities in which she works. The world of architecture enriches her writing through research papers, national award submissions, articles, and her debut book. As an academic, she has exhibited research internationally, co-curated gallery exhibitions, fabricated pop-up installations, moderated panel discussions focused on under resourced populations and often taken on unconventional projects aiming to redefine the profession. Her work across multiple disciplines demonstrates she is a passionate advocate for creating inclusive environments. Her decade of academic and professional engagement with students and emerging professionals propels her vision for a tangible written mentorship piece that she believes will inspire many generations to come.
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