In this conversation, Edward Savio interviews Lucy Walsh about her debut book, Remember Me as Human. They discuss Lucy's background as an actress and musician, as well as her experience composing the score for a film. Edward shares his own journey as a screenwriter and author. Lucy talks about the process of writing her book and the challenges she faced. They also discuss the importance of comparing notes and sharing experiences as a way to understand and embrace our humanity. Trigger Warning: the conversation touches on difficult topics such as rape, suicide, and mental illness, emphasizing the need for open and honest conversations about these issues. In this conversation, Lucy Walsh and Edward Savio discuss the importance of being gentle and open-minded when having difficult conversations. Lucy also talks about the balance between creativity and productivity, and how acting and music have played a role in her life. Lucy shares her perspective on the illusion of wholesomeness in the past and the importance of embracing imperfection. She emphasizes the significance of family stories and the impact they can have on future generations. Lucy also discusses the challenges of looking at family history objectively and the process of uncovering truth. Finally, she shares her future literary projects and the importance of being human and helping each other.
Takeaways
• Writing a book is a challenging and grueling process that requires dedication and perseverance.
• Comparing notes and sharing experiences with others is a valuable way to understand and embrace our humanity.
• Difficult topics such as rape, suicide, and mental illness should be openly discussed to break the stigma and create a supportive environment.
• Telling the truth and being honest in our writing and conversations can have a profound impact on others. Approach difficult conversations with gentleness and openness.
• Embrace imperfection and challenge the illusion of wholesomeness in the past.
• Family stories are important and can have a significant impact on future generations.
• Be accountable and take action to achieve your goals.
• Being human and helping each other is essential in navigating life's challenges.
00:00 Introduction
06:45 Background and Inspiration
09:27 Composing the Score for a Film
15:05 Writing Process and Challenges
23:27 Memoir and Family History
25:30 Embracing Humanity
26:24 Dealing with Loss
27:58 Open Conversations about Tough Topics
32:08 Being Vulnerable and Honest
34:39 Importance of Mental Health
35:37 Keeping an Open Mind
39:44 Music and Artistic Outlets
41:48 Love for Acting and Music
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