Seeding Possibilities (with Daria Burke)

Liberation is Lit Podcast

Liberation is Lit Podcast
Seeding Possibilities (with Daria Burke)
Aug 01, 2025 Season 3 Episode 4
Tayler Simon

In this episode, we speak with author Daria Burke about her new memoir, Of My Own Making. Daria shares the deeply personal journey behind her writing, including her upbringing in Detroit, dealing with childhood trauma, the healing power of storytelling, the science behind trauma and recovery, and the importance of self-care and community. The conversation delves into how Daria balances vulnerability with professional life, and her ongoing inspirations. 


00:00 Introduction to the Liberationist Lit Podcast

00:41 Meet Daria Burke: Author and Empowerer of Women

00:58 Daria's Journey: From Detroit to the C-Suite

03:41 The Science and Soul of Healing

08:23 Balancing Vulnerability and Self-Care

18:32 Living with Intention and Upcoming Projects

25:03 The Power of Community

29:07 Closing Remarks and Where to Find More


Daria’s book

Of My Own Making

Other Books in the Episode

Wicked by Gregory Maguire

James by Percival Everett

Black Women Writers at Work by Claudia Tate

The Great Mann by Kyra Davis Lurie

Where to Find Daria

dariaburke.com

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