Who is Your Kuwento Keeper? | Pat Lindsay “Pinky” C. Catalla-Buscaino | TEDxSHSU
Dr. Pat Lindsay “Pinky” C. Catalla-Buscaino introduces the groundbreaking concept of the “Kuwento Keeper” – an individual dedicated to preserving and honoring our life stories. Drawing from her personal journey and professional expertise, Dr. Pinky shows how storytelling illuminates our past, empowers our present, and inspires our future. Join Dr. Pinky as she explores the power of storytelling with humor and depth, pondering two profound questions: Who holds the stories of your life? And whose stories are you keeping alive? Pat Lindsay C. Catalla-Buscaino, Ed.D. (she/her), also known as Dr. Pinky, is the Founder and Publisher of Kuwento Co. LLC. Her press is dedicated to empowering people to share and preserve their life stories, or kuwentos. Kuwento Co. specializes in all things storytelling, including publishing memoirs, anthologies, consulting, and writing events. Kuwento Co.’s latest release, With Love: What We Wish We Knew About Being Queer and Filipino in America, by Dr. Dustin Domingo, showcases her publishing company’s commitment to diverse voices. Dr. Pinky is the author of The Kuwento Book: An Anthology of Filipino Stories + Poems, with another volume slated for publication in 2025. Additionally, Dr. Pinky serves as the President of the Filipino American National Historical Society - Houston Chapter and enjoys spending time with loved ones over delicious food. Connect with her at www.kuwentoco.com, pinky@kuwentoco.com or on social media @KuwentoCo. #KuwentoKeeper This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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