Working: A Memoir About an Identity in Flux
b'This week, host Isaac Butler talks to writer John Cotter, whose new memoir Losing Music tells the story of a mysterious illness that degraded John\\u2019s hearing and caused periods of vertigo. In the interview, John explains how writing became a necessary tool that helped him make sense of his illness and his changing world.\\xa0\\n\\nAfter the interview, Isaac and co-host June Thomas discuss how creative practices can change drastically as people get older and their lives change. They also expand on a writing tip that Isaac mentions in his interview with John.\\xa0\\n\\nIn the exclusive Slate Plus segment, John talks about how his teaching informs his writing and vice versa.\\xa0\\n\\nSend your questions about creativity and any other feedback to working@slate.com or give us a call at (304) 933-9675.\\n\\nPodcast production by Cameron Drews.\\xa0\\n__\\nMake an impact this Earth Month by helping Macy\\u2019s on their mission to bring more parks to more people across the country. Go to macys.com/purpose to learn more.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'