Interview with Dianca Potts: “We as Americans have a lot of work to do and sharing stories and being in dialogue with each other is part of that work.”

For the month of March, we here at Black Nerd Problems are spotlighting femmes and women of color creators for their outstanding contributions to the universe. I feel as though I should remain pensive about my access to so many wonderful writers, especially those who are unapologetic in speaking their mind about current issues they face; Issues that are reflective of how social constructs are currently being utilized to oppress or silence voices. I am grateful that so many artists refuse to stay complicit, and I am glad these individuals are willing to speak up about their process of production within this environment. I recently had the opportunity to interview Dianca London Potts, a writer who resides in Brooklyn. I was immediately captivated by their work, especially after reading their short story ‘She.’ I hope you enjoy their insight! Black Nerd Problems: I want to get into how nerdy you are! If you could drink mimosas in a hot tub out in the Poconos with one fictional character, who would it be and why? Dianca London Potts: I would love to grab a couple rounds with Kendra Young from Buffy the Vampire Slayer. She’s not a literary character, but I’ve always been in awe of her confidence and focus. Even though her time in Sunnydale was short, her impact was monumental. She was so aware of her origin, her calling, her destiny, and her strength. I’ve always been jealous of that. She also had killer style and made Buffy flinch, which is a pretty epic feat.

BNP: What are some…