Defining Ourselves as Human Beings (with D.A. Murray)

In this episode, we welcome author D.A. Murray to discuss her dystopian novel Dominion: Ascension and how storytelling can explore social change. Murray shares her background as a longtime writer and a Black woman in corporate America and tech, explaining that the book was shaped by observations of social, political, and economic power dynamics, shifting gender roles, coercion, and technology’s influence on humanity.  D.A. Murray’s book Dominion: Ascension Other Books Mentioned Vicious by VE Schawb The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides Sociopath: A Memoir by Patric Gagne Where to Find D. A. damurrayoffical.com Facebook Instagram Tiktok Timestamps 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:39 Chicago Weather Banter 01:14 Why Write Dystopia 04:46 Themes Behind Dominion 07:53 Bias and IQ Testing 09:17 Coercion and Power 13:05 Staying Grounded Today 14:51 What She Reads Now 16:23 Book Two Teaser 17:31 Advice for Impact 20:01 Where to Follow 20:44 Podcast Wrap Up Thank you for being part of the Liberation is Lit podcast! If you have stories to share, want to suggest topics, or just want to connect, find us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @liberationislit or visit our website at liberationislit.com. If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review! Remember, your voice matters, and together, through the lens of stories, we're making a difference in the world.