Poetry is a tool capable of empowering and uplifting, creating spaces for honesty, vulnerability, and connection. But the journey through poetry is long and challenging, with periods of doubt and growth. Join Ohio Griots host Marmi the Griot as he enters into discussion with poet Stevi Knighton on a discussion on how poetry creates connection through edutainment, third spaces, and exploration.*Welcome to the Ohio Griots, a new poetry podcast brought to you by diVERSES in collaboration with Poetry Caviar. In introductory episode, host Marmi the Griot explores concepts around story, identity, and the narratives we tell ourselves--themes that Ohio Griots will continue to explore with fellow poets. #poetry #poem #diversesDiverses was founded by poet Geoff Anderson to help guide artists towards creative and financial independence.

If you are interested in poems, poetry, or spoken word, you'll enjoy hearing this discussion taken from the diVERSES Poet Assembly, Columbus's first poetry conference! Poetry facilitator Lanetta Shea walks poets and writers of all levels through a discussion of drafting, writing, and revision, finding the comfort to express what is on our mind, what is in our heart, and what is around us as we create art, especially in times when we find it difficult.#diverses #PoetAssembly #poetryconference diVERSES was founded by poet Geoff Anderson in Columbus, Ohio to help writers achieve creative and financial independence

Welcome to Arts & Offers, the video podcast dedicated to the intersection between art, poetry, and business. Today's talk: achieving creative and financial independence may sound good, but what exactly are the best vehicles for making that happen? It comes down to creating what others are willing to pay for, and the options are wide. However, the time commitment and challenges each presents are worth considering, especially when deciding between a product and a service. What do those words mean, and why could one end up saving you headaches, hours, and limitations? Let's discuss.

Welcome also to our poetry channel at diVERSES! Whether you're a seasoned poetry enthusiast or just beginning your journey into writing, this discussion will help inform your development in poetry🔍 What You'll Discover:The importance of questioning while reading poetry.Practical tips for asking insightful questions.How questioning enhances comprehension and appreciation.Examples of question-driven analysis applied to popular poems.Strategies for incorporating questioning into your own reading practice.The broader benefits of critical thinking fostered through poetic inquiry.🎓 Join us as we embark on a journey of discovery through the rich landscapes of poetry, where every question unlocks a new layer of meaning and understanding. Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your connection with literature and broaden your perspective on life.Let's embark on this poetic journey together and uncover the profound truths that lie within the lines. Share your thoughts and insights in the comments below—we'd love to hear from you!diVERSES was founded by poet Geoff Anderson in Columbus, Ohio to help writers achieve creative and financial independence #poetry #artsANDoffers #diverses

Get a free audio/mp3/podcast version at https://open.spotify.com/show/4vAdMbaunOPziRoovm0K5PIf you are interested in poems, poetry, or spoken word, you'll enjoy hearing this discussion taken from the diVERSES Poet Assembly, Columbus's first poetry conference! Poetry facilitator Angela Pinkins walks poets and writers of all levels through a discussion of inspiration and finding the comfort to express what is on our mind, what is in our heart, and what is around us as we create art, especially in times when we find it difficult.#diverses #PoetAssembly #poetryconference diVERSES was founded by poet Geoff Anderson in Columbus, Ohio to help writers achieve creative and financial independence

If you are interested in poems, poetry, or spoken word, you'll enjoy hearing this discussion taken from the diVERSES Poet Assembly, Columbus's first poetry conference! Poetry facilitator Barbara Marie Minney's walks poets through a discussion of blackout poetry, found poetry, and erasure poetry to create new language, writing, and art from the words we find in the world around us.#diverses #PoetAssembly #poetryconference diVERSES was founded by poet Geoff Anderson in Columbus, Ohio to help writers achieve creative and financial independence

Shakespeare, sonnets, Shakespearean sonnets can all be scary words for people new to poetry, forced to read poetry in school, or even poets who are used to free verse and not used to meter or form. However, Shakespearean sonnets do not have to be so terrifying if you remember some of the key principles they operate under (especially when it comes to Shakespeare). So, let's look at the foundations to sonnets to make this mysterious, old form feel fresh, new, and easy to master.*Welcome also to our poetry channel at diVERSES! Whether you're a seasoned poetry enthusiast or just beginning your journey into writing, this discussion will help inform your development in poetry🔍 What You'll Discover:The importance of questioning while reading poetry.Practical tips for asking insightful questions.How questioning enhances comprehension and appreciation.Examples of question-driven analysis applied to popular poems.Strategies for incorporating questioning into your own reading practice.The broader benefits of critical thinking fostered through poetic inquiry.🎓 Join us as we embark on a journey of discovery through the rich landscapes of poetry, where every question unlocks a new layer of meaning and understanding. Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your connection with literature and broaden your perspective on life.Let's embark on this poetic journey together and uncover the profound truths that lie within the lines. Share your thoughts and insights in the comments below—we'd love to hear from you!diVERSES was founded by poet Geoff Anderson in Columbus, Ohio to help writers achieve creative and financial independence #poetry #sonnet #diverses

This is a workshop on writing that uses techniques from haiku that can apply to any other form of writing. See a full version this workshop is based on here: https://youtu.be/oFgiNbEwGMo Thanks to the Ohio Poetry Association for inviting us to lead this session.Writing is difficulty; maybe writing poetry is harder. There are some ways to make the process easier! Let's explore how to adjust wording, lines, and structures in poems to make them stronger!See all of our Poet Business Institute Workshops: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzjECTtXzQY&list=PLdlbw-VbM6bajbdt5u8jB7amlwt1_a8Dq&index=1&t=1370sWhen writing a poem like haiku, we want to be mindful of the tension we introduce, the relationship between the central items/concepts and the speaker, and the word choices we make.In this full Poet Business Institute workshop, I work with poets on crafting haiku that become impactful and strong.#poetry #poem #diversesDiverses is dedicated to promoting poetry from multi-ethnic, multi-racial, and under-represented writers.

If you are interested in poems, poetry, or spoken word, you'll enjoy hearing this discussion taken from the diVERSES Poet Assembly, Columbus's first poetry conference! Poetry facilitator Noah Fischbach walks poets through a discussion of poetry, identity, and the ability of poem's to take on forms of resistance and liberation. Noah's session is for people looking to better understand how they identify, why they identify that way, what techniques can help explore our vulnerabilities to improve our art.#diverses #PoetAssembly #poetryconference diVERSES was founded by poet Geoff Anderson in Columbus, Ohio to help writers achieve creative and financial independence