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Poetry DripEpisode 22 - Selling With Love - Jason Marc CampbellDelighted to bring you Jason Marc Campbell, author of Selling With Love, public speaker and marketing specialist with a mission to make the world a better place through becoming better sellers and better buyers.Jason believes we are selling all the time, in every conversation we have. He sees selling as an energy exchange between conscious beings. When you LOVE what you sell, you can move mountains, he says. An episode full of wisdom, love and very practical advice on selling, especially for creatives and writers who have a hard time selling their art. En episode you...2022-03-1042 min
Poetry DripEpisode 21 - Light and Dark with Akadi Sankofa "A People without knowledge of their past history, origin or culture is like a tree without roots." Akadi is a multi-medium performance poet born and raised in London, from Caribbean and African heritage.His first single is called 'Love is the Revolution' and its out on Spotify.We talk about redefining ourselves, no matter what labels the society puts on us, the importance of connecting with our roots and also the duality of light and dark perceived by us humans in everything we do, including in how we perceive racial differences. ...2022-02-2335 min
Poetry DripEpisode 20 - Yin Yang with Poetry Powerhouse CoupleOn Valentine's Day we have The Poetry Powerhouse Couple - meet Teri ( Blue Eyed Poetry) and Cher ( The Guy with the Purple Tie). Both from London - one from East and one from West, they met via social media, built their own poetry and spoken word platform and are now engaged ! They both wish to create a safe space for mental health healing where the love that they share for each other can be extended to others. You can connect with them via IG @poetrypowerhousecouple. To get in touch about the...2022-02-1439 min
Poetry DripEpisode 19 - BOOK LAUNCH 2.02.2022This is the online event of Letters of the Priestess Book Launch on 2nd of February 2022, where I was so grateful to be surrounded by friends and family.Special guests reciting and performing:Benito - my sonSean - my godsonVeera LaineSylvia BerrevoetCezarina TroneMichelle Marie Clarke-CampbellArmand Rodriguez Followed by questions on the book: the significance of the date 2.02.2022, why the title and more.To get in touch about the podcast email p...2022-02-091h 20
Poetry DripEpisode 18 - Rhythm with MetaphorestThe Metaphorest or John to friends, is originally from the Philippines and born in Central London.A poet and content creator and someone who is still trying to figure out who he is - as we all are !He performs a beautiful love poem called Rhythm - and you get a chance to get to know Meta a bit better, the man behind the platform, the Star Trek geek and all-round sentimental old soul.Connect with Meta via his Instagram @themetaphorest and watch his YouTube full of gem performance from London Open Mic...2022-01-3042 min
Poetry DripEpisode 17 - EXTENDED - I Can Tell You with Michelle Marie Clarke-CampbellThis is a fantastic episode with Michelle Marie Clarke-Campbell. She hales from East London, she is a poet and writer and has been doing art this since being a little girl growing up in a household with a rich spiritual background - she called it a trinity of religion.When she was 19 years old she travelled to NY as her father passed away and life took her on unexpected journeys for there.Michelle is a published author and editor and you can find her poetry collection 'Black Honey' on amazon.Her IG is...2022-01-2328 min
Poetry DripEpisode 17 - Michelle Marie Clarke-Campbell - I Can Tell YouJust something you need to hear:Michelle Marie Clarke-Campbell - I Can Tell You +++Full episode out 21 Jan 2022Her book is Black Honey and You can find it hereCheck this out: Black Honey: Poetree by Michelle Marie Clarke-Campbell https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0954845803/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_awdb_imm_7R67E7VFN0TCDBDHMHD0IG: @shoreastside2022-01-2102 min
Poetry DripEpisode 16 - Word Sculpting with Meredith ElliotMeredith Elliot is a teacher and poet from East Ham London and the creator and host of open mic event Speak Easy London.She always wanted to write as a child, but her family guided her towards a 'proper' job. Still following her passions for words, she ended up running a newspaper in University and then becoming a journalist. She took the pandemic as an opportunity to reconnect with writing and discover poetry. To Meredith, we are all equal in the eyes of Poetry and she encourages collaboration rather than competition for upcoming poets and s...2022-01-1636 min
Poetry DripEpisode 15 - New Life 2022 - Unnamed Poem by PaulaHappy New Year 2022 to all my listeners. I wanted to come online and record a short episode to reconnect with you in the new Year.In the new year, will you write a new chapter of the book of your life, or even write a new book altogather? The choice is with us always.Life has a power of its own, and time waits for no man or woman. Being human feels small and damaging to a nature otherwise incredibly beautiful.Yet without us humans, life itself has no meaning.Earth...2022-01-0107 min
Poetry DripEpisode 14 - Life As A Poem with Cezarina TroneThis episode is longer than usual because Cezarina is a walking living legend of talent and such a gift to us!Make yourself a cuppa and enjoy the poetry, singing and mysticism of Cezarina. Cezarina Trone is a Poet, the Author of a beautiful poetry collection entitled The Art of Being a Woman.Also an International Yoga Teacher and Retreat Facilitator, Visionary Artist, Co-Owner of Lotus Heart Centre in ON/Canada ~ Founder of Mirador Yoga & Creativity School.Besides her incredible life and work experience, she is a wonderful human being who sh...2021-12-1652 min
Poetry DripEpisode 13 - No Anagram In I - with Louise HaleAn episode not to be missed, full of vulnerable moments and life gems from Louise Hale.As a child Louise witnessed domestic violence. Later on in life she lost her mom to a rare form of cancer. Through her words, either as a Journalist, then a teacher now a Poet and Performer, she has transformed her pain into grace and kindness and is now working as a Play Therapist and Bereavement specialist for children who have lost parents.She performs a brilliant piece called "No Anagram In I".Show your support by heading...2021-11-3047 min
Poetry DripEpisode 12 - Paradox with Karim LeoKarim started writing 10 years ago and he is the author of "Ten Days From Now Good Things Will Come" poetry collection.He writes about science but also about the unseen and the inside world.About his experience of being a black man in a country that is predominantly white and about being a muslim.He tells young artists who hesitate to put their work out there: don't be afraid to fail, everyone was an amateur at first. Two beautiful poems read by Karim today - Paradox and I Explore.F...2021-11-2324 min
Poetry DripEpisode 11 Extended - Just the PoemsExtracted just the poems from our Episode 11 since we had such a rich content !Three poems by Armand Rodriguez:Don't Leave a Thing Behind read by ArmandKarma of Love read by Armand River Magic read by Paula2021-11-1110 min
Poetry DripEpisode 11 - Masculine Energy with Armand RodriguezArmand's description of Love: "Love is not really a word in itself, it's almost like a fulfilment of what's real that will energise that inner part that wants to be into Freedom, into Itself, into a space that already exists."An episode not to be missed: Armand Rodrigues is a nomad writer who loves free form and uses poetry structure to explore opening points of inflection where language and concepts meet and expand. He’s a poet, lyrical essayist, and screenplay writer. He says, having achieved all your goals, and ticked all the boxes, the toughest question we...2021-11-1148 min
Poetry DripEpisode 10 - Water To The Thirsty read by Veera LaineVeera Laine, from Finland, is a primary school teacher with a deep love for poetry and all things of the soul.As a mother of 3 and a wife, her life is pretty busy, yet she somehow finds time for writing poetry - a true inspiration!A 10 out of 10 for Veera as she is treating us to not one, not two but three poems she wrote:The WorkQuiet (written for her Aunty)Water to the Thirsty (written for our poetry reading group)She can be reached exclusively a...2021-10-3130 min
Poetry DripEpisode 9 - Unconcealed read by MartinaMartina is a poet, writer, composer (she plays the piano) and a fantastic performer.We talk about the way she creates arts, and how writing helped her overcome childhood bullying. Especially inspiring, Martina says its not the 'hardship' that makes you stronger, but the ability to ask for help from those around you.You can find Martina's work on SoundCloud : SoundCloud.com/1footinafairytaleGet in touch about the podcast:IG @PaulacurteanuMore of Paula's Poetry at www.wordslam.blog2021-10-2537 min
Poetry DripEpisode 8 - Social Experiment read by Neelofer NovaThis episode is full of gems from our special guest, poet and spoken word creative Neelofer Nova.You will want re-listen this as its so rich: we talk about her first performance of spoken word and slam poetry, building a path as an artist, her recording experience and how to work with producers when it comes to spoken word tracks, but also about Truth, social justice and women empowerment. A truly enriching episode. You can find Neelofer on IG @neelofer_nova.Get in touch about the podcast a...2021-10-1641 minPoetry DripEpisode 7 - Dream read by Sylvia BerrevoetSylvia is a transformational coach and she helps bring people back into their heart space, out of their busy minds.We talk about breathing, as the best fastest way to calm a busy mind down, motherhood and of course writing and poetry.Poetry Reading starts at 22:47'You can reach Sylvia at Sylvia@talentunlimited.beFor Podcast details get in touch with Paula:IG:@paulacurteanuPaula's blog: www.wordslam.blog Paula's email: paulacurteanu@gmail.com2021-10-0929 minPoetry DripEpisode 6 - Transformation read by Andra ManoleAndra is a hypnotherapist and holistic therapist, who beat breast cancer, addiction and some very dark thoughts.“I didn’t want to loose my smile, my ability to laugh. Cancer didn’t scare me as much as this thought. I am not ready to go”She talks about the healing power of laughter, and she reads Transformation, a poem she wrote a few days before her 5th anniversary of being cancer free.You can find Andra on Facebook and Instagram @andra_manole83To get in touch about the podcast...2021-10-0918 minPoetry DripEpisode 5 - WordsWords are sometimes our only love language, and other times they become unsuitable. In moments of grief, only silence can speak.I really still believe that the spoken word is sacred : declaring that which you want to bring in the world, by naming it, its a force of life.What are words to you?Get in touch:IG: @paulacurteanuBlog: www.wordslam.blog.2021-09-2406 minPoetry DripEpisode 4 - HomeWhat is Home to you?Your origin? Or your destination?Somewhere you come from or somewhere you arrive?A place or a person?Just recently, I was lucky enough to be able to safely travel to Romania, the country I was born - for the first time in 2 years. When I got off the plane, the sun was out at midday, sky so blue with a few fluffy cloud and the smell of the earth filling the air was so familiar, that it immediately invaded my chest and with no intention...2021-08-0205 minPoetry DripEpisode 3 - PeaceWhat does it mean to be at Peace? How do we get there? I read the poem 'Peace'.For more poetry visit www.wordslam.blogIG: @paulacurteanu2021-07-0408 minPoetry DripEpisode 2 - Standing AloneWhat does it take to stand alone when we don't fit in with the rules and expectations? Strength, ability or just willingness?The poem is called "Alone", I wrote a few hours ago. I publish my poetry on my blog www.wordslam.blog2021-06-2205 minPoetry DripEpisode 1 - FreedomWhy podcasts remind me of pirate radio stations during communist times in Bucharest in the 80's, how a dear friend inspired me to just use my voice, and a reading of ''Freedom" one of the poems I wrote this year.2021-06-1706 min