Friday Conversation | Ep 139: Steve Clark on Craft, Creativity, and Collaboration

 In this episode, Steve Clark shares his journey as a writer, painter, and filmmaker, delving into his latest short story collection, City Swimmers and Other Stories. He reflects on his time at The Paris Review, the role of poetry in his creative process, and the challenges of publishing and translating poetry. Clark also discusses a personal collaboration with his mother, a poet, as they co-author a memoir about their shared experiences in 1980s New York. He shifts gears to explore his filmmaking career, detailing the unpredictable yet fulfilling nature of independent film production. Alongside his professional insights, Clark opens up about personal hobbies, family traditions, and early jobs that shaped his creative outlook.

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