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The Poets' TableWe're Reflecting on 2021, Okayyy!?Hey Friends!! It feels like it's been a hot minute, but really it's been like 6 months since I've dropped a new episode. With 2021 coming to an end, I wanted to hop back on the mic and reflect a bit on the year. This year has given me a lot of revelations and clarity on my personal situations and choices that I need to make, and I wanted to share some of these gems with you, in case they resonate with you too.Looking forward to all that 2022 has in store for each and every one of us...2021-12-3130 min
The Poets' TableLet's Talk About Mental Health Resources/ Wrapping Up The ShowHey friends! We made it to Episode 10!!! This accomplishment alone deserves a whole celebration! It has been quite an exciting and interesting journey. A huge thank you to everyone that rocked with me from the beginning, joined along the way, and provided unconditional support for my vision. Words cannot even begin to describe how grateful I am for this experience. I know this is just the beginning of something great. I am looking forward to wrapping up this season and excited for what is to come in the future!Last month, many of us celebrated National Mental...2021-06-0845 minThe Poets' TableFor the Graduates, Cheers to the Class of 2021!Hey Friends! May kicked off graduation season for the Class of 2021! I recognize that the journey has been far from what anyone could have expected. Nonetheless, you all deserve to be recognized and celebrated. This episode is dedicated to this year's graduates. Tune in for a message from me and few poems that remind you to chase your dreams and set your mind on pursuing all of your heart desires.See below for the poems included in this week's episode: It Couldn't Be Done - Edgar Guest: https://poets.org/poem/it-couldnt-be-done Dreams - Langston Hughes...2021-06-0443 minThe Poets' TableQuick Announcement: No new episode this week! I’ll be back on 6/3!Hey Friends, I wanted to give you a quick update. There will not be a new episode this week. I am hoping to be back next Thursday, 6/3 with double episodes, Episodes 9 and 10. Thanks for understanding and allowing me the space to take my time with the show. Love y’all & take care! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thepoetstablepodcast/message2021-05-2801 minThe Poets' TableMental Health Awareness MonthHey friends! Welcome to a new month! May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. The conversations about mental health have become more prevalent in today's world. As you can imagine there has been a huge increase in the number of people dealing with and seeking support for their mental health conditions. In today's episode, I'll give you some background information on National Mental Health Awareness Month, a snapshot of the state of mental health in America, & share powerful and raw spoken word performances from artists who are brave enough to share their own mental health journeys (which will be a...2021-05-1427 minThe Poets' TableQuick Announcement: Postponing this week's episode. Be back next Thursday!Hi Friends! This is a quick announcement that I will be postponing this week's episode (5/6). I look forward to being back at the poets' table with yall next Thursday! Hope you'll join me! :)--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thepoetstablepodcast/message2021-05-0701 minThe Poets' TableHappy Poem in Your Pocket Day!!Hey friends! We are wrapping up the fun, as April comes to an end. It has been an honor to celebrate National Poetry Month with you all! Today is National Poem in your Pocket Day, so it is only right that I will be sharing a few poems from my back pocket: the most read poem in 2020 (as per poets.org) and few dope pieces from my personal collection of work. To learn how to participate in this special day click here: https://poets.org/national-poetry-month/poem-your-pocket-day Join me at the Poets' table!Poe...2021-04-2932 minThe Poets' TableCelebrating National Poetry Month Pt 2: Poet's Spotlight - Billy ChapataHey friends! The celebration of National Poetry Month continues! In this week's episode, I will be spotlighting another talented poet and writer, Billy Chapata. His words connect our souls to the universal experiences and truths of love, heartbreak, healing, and growth. I cannot wait to share some of my favorite poems from his book, Sour Honey & Soul Food. Join me at the Poets' table!Poems included in today's episode: **A moving poem written by a sixth-grade class reflecting on the devasting loss of Adam Toledo** Shared by @octo_page on TwitterBilly Chapata's poems: t...2021-04-2230 minThe Poets' TableCelebrating National Poetry Month/Poet's Spotlight: Malanda Jean-ClaudeHey friends! April is National Poetry Month (NPM)! Poets everywhere are LIVING right now, okay!? In this week's episode, I share some background history on NPM and some ways you can celebrate too. Additionally, I will also be highlighting some of my favorite pieces from poet and writer, Malanda Jean-Claude's book, Because of a Woman. Join me at the Poets' table!Poems included in today's episode: gold frame. one of the many letters: untitled 9:fifty-six, rising. somebody's first. chicago winds. tug of war. quiet "find a woman" Keep up with Malanda on so...2021-04-1636 minThe Poets' TableCelebrating Women Through Their Poetry - Part 2Hey friends! We are back and still celebrating Women's History month (because WE CAN!). This week, I will be sharing a few more of my favorite pieces of poetry written by women. Join me at the Poets' table!Find the poems from today's episode below: The Joys of Motherhood - Mwende Katwiwa ( FreeQuency) - TED Talk: "Black Life at The Intersection of Life and Death" A Message to Women - Reyna Biddy, I love my love, pgs 100-101 How to Love a Woman - Melissa Tripp The Woman Who Keeps Herself - Sez Kristiansen, Healing HER: Po...2021-04-0937 minThe Poets' TableCelebrating Women Through Their Poetry - Part 1Hey friends! In honor of Women's History month, I want to celebrate women through their own words. I plan to share a few of my favorite pieces of poetry written by women. Join me at the Poets' table!Find the poems from today's episode below: Phenomenal Women - Maya Angelou: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/48985/phenomenal-woman Still I Rise - Maya Angelou: https://poets.org/poem/still-i-rise What a Relief to be a Women - Reyna Biddy, I love my love, pg 103Find Reyna's book ' I love my love' and her other collections of wo...2021-04-0122 minThe Poets' TableHello 2021, Releasing What Does Not Serve MeHey friends! In this week's episode, I plan to share with you what I am looking forward to releasing in 2021. I have a fun affirmation exercise that will help you figure out what you want to release this year. Also, the time has come...I will be sharing my first poem - WOOHOO! Join me at the Poets' table!**This week marks a year since we've been in this pandemic. Take a moment to reflect on it all. Who knew our worlds would change as drastically as they did? So many lives lost, and our hearts are...2021-03-1237 minThe Poets' TableWelcome to The Poets' TableHey friends! Welcome to episode one. I'm so happy to have you here with me. Today, I will introduce myself, share why I created this podcast and some ideas for future shows. Join me at the Poets' table!I'd love to hear from you! Send a voice message here: https://anchor.fm/thepoetstablepodcast or send an email to thepoetstablepodcast@gmail.com.Check out my other episodes on a streaming platform near you!Love yall! ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________As promised, check out Brandi's podcast, "Blessed By Brandi" here: https://anchor.fm/blessedbybrandi2021-03-0323 minThe Poets' TableComing Soon: The POETS' TableComing Soon: The POETS' Table. Join me weekly for poetry, laughs, guest conversations, and more! Take a seat, grab your journal & bring ya pen! Can't wait to see you at the table!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thepoetstablepodcast/message2020-12-2901 min