Playwright and performer Mike Wiley joins the pod squad to discuss how storytelling can illuminate history, challenge societal narratives, and foster deeper conversations about race and justice.
Mike Wiley is a celebrated playwright, performer, and educator known for using solo theater as a means of social activism. With a career spanning nearly two decades, they have dedicated their work to telling the untold stories of marginalized communities, shedding light on historical injustices, and engaging audiences in meaningful discussions. Through their innovative performances, they invite people to see beyond the headlines, question assumptions, and reexamine history with fresh eyes. Their work has been featured in theaters and schools nationwide, sparking important dialogues about race, privilege, and justice.
