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By Firelight episodes
- 30: The Windows of Ideology with Paul Gorski
Betsy is joined by Paul Gorski, educator, author, and founder of the Equity Literacy Institute, to explore what it means to engage in activism within education. Paul shares insights on how educators can move beyond performative equity work to create real systemic change in schools. Betsy and Paul also talk about his forays into other forms of writing, from personal reflection to poetry, and how these different outlets inform and deepen his approach to social justice and advocacy.
Host: Betsy Delzer
Producers: Jamie Gale and Betsy Delzer
Music: LagitoMusic and Pond5
Contact Betsy Delzer:
Instagram @byfirelight
Contact Paul Gorski:
Website: www.paulgorski.org
Instagram: @paulcgorski
By Firelight is a Lit Path Studios Production.
www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios
44 min - 29: Season of Rigorous Exploration with Aaron Nelson
Betsy welcomes writer Aaron Nelson who shares how he immerses himself in self-discovery and creative expression. Aaron emphasizes the nurturing aspects of exploring inner landscapes and the importance of authentic self-expression.
Host: Betsy Delzer
Producers: Jamie Gale and Betsy Delzer
Music: LagitoMusic and Pond5
Contact Betsy Delzer:
Instagram @byfirelight
Contact Aaron Nelson:
Instagram @aaronpnelson
Substack @aaronpnelson
By Firelight is a Lit Path Studios Production.
www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios
47 min - 28: Recollections and Celebrations: A Year of By Firelight with Jen Brady
By Firelight is one year old! In this special anniversary episode, host Betsy Delzer welcomes back her first guest, Jen Brady, for recollections and celebrations. Jen and Betsy share what they've written in the past year and learned in the time lapsed.
Host: Betsy Delzer
Producers: Jamie Gale and Betsy Delzer
Music: LagitoMusic and Pond5
Contact Betsy Delzer:
Instagram @byfirelight
Contact Jen Brady:
www.jenbradypoet.com
Instagram: @jenbradypoet
By Firelight is a Lit Path Studios Production.
www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios
42 min - 27: How We Remain a Verb with Nicole Polk
Nicole Polk is a "provocateur of goosebumps" and dedicates her living to finding the sensuous space of aliveness. In this episode, Nicole joins Betsy Delzer to discuss how to begin feeling the body to tap in and know the its wisdom. Nicole explains embodiment and the close connection to the creative process of finding the voice inside oneself and how to approach finding ones inner knowing with curiosity and wonder.
Host: Betsy Delzer
Producers: Jamie Gale and Betsy Delzer
Music: LagitoMusic and Pond5
Contact Betsy Delzer:
Instagram @byfirelight
Contact Nicole Polk
Instagram: @theshapeofwonder
theshapeofwonder.com
By Firelight is a Lit Path Studios Production.
www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios
53 min - 26: Trying is Truly Such a Gift with Stella June
High school freshman, Stella June, shares her passion for writing with host Betsy Delzer for this episode, reflecting on her personal growth, the impact of influential teachers, and the importance of being unapologetically oneself. Stella also discusses her experiences during COVID, the challenges young people face, and offers words of hope and encouragement for those feeling hopeless.
Host: Betsy Delzer
Producers: Jamie Gale and Betsy Delzer
Music: LagitoMusic and Pond5
Contact Betsy Delzer:
Instagram @byfirelight
By Firelight is a Lit Path Studios Production.
www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios
36 min - 25: Listen with the Intention of Understanding with Emma Brady
Emma Brady, teenage singer-songwriter, joins Betsy Delzer and processes the depth of her feels and experiences of modern adolescence through her words and music. Wise beyond her years, she speaks about the struggles teens have today and, even more personally, how her lived experiences have shaped her.
Host: Betsy Delzer
Producers: Jamie Gale and Betsy Delzer
Music: LagitoMusic and Pond5
Contact Betsy Delzer:
Instagram @byfirelight
Contact Emma Brady:
Instagram: @emmabradymusic
Tiktok: @emmabradymusic
By Firelight is a Lit Path Studios Production.
www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios
37 min - 24: The Essence of the Essence with Cynthia Reynolds
Betsy Delzer is joined by textile and fiber artist, Cynthia Reynolds, who stitches beauty into every piece she creates, be it a piece of visual art or poetry. A long-time member of the eponymous writing group that inspired this podcast, Cynthia shares her lived and learned wisdom while gracing us with extra readings through this heart-bending episode.
Host: Betsy Delzer
Producers: Jamie Gale and Betsy Delzer
Music: LagitoMusic and Pond5
Contact Betsy Delzer:
Instagram @byfirelight
Contact Cynthia Reynolds:
Website: www.cynthiareynoldstextileartist.com
By Firelight is a Lit Path Studios Production.
www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios
48 min - 23: Conscious Connections: Parenting and Leadership with Heart with Renee Metty
Betsy Delzer is joined by entrepreneuer and educator, Renee Metty, who shares insights from her book, 'Six-Word Lessons for Raising Conscious Children,' which helps parents build more mindful and intentional connections with their children. Renee and Betsy discuss the importance of respecting and understanding children's unique essences, Renee’s personal journey through career pivots, and wisdom for parents feeling overwhelmed by the beautiful and challenging journey of raising children.
Host: Betsy Delzer
Producers: Jamie Gale and Betsy Delzer
Music: LagitoMusic and Pond5
Contact Betsy Delzer:
Instagram @byfirelight
Contact Renee Metty:
Website: www.reneemetty.com
Instagram: @withpause @the_cove_school
Facebook: @reneemetty
Resources:
Book: Six-Word Lessons for Raising Conscious Children
By Firelight is a Lit Path Studios Production.
www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios
1 hr 7 min - 22: Healing Out Loud with April Kigeya
April Kigeya joins Betsy Delzer to share her journey of beginning therapy and sharing her learnings and musings with her community through her online writings and her new book. Overcoming the idea that therapy is for the weak, she found strength in her healing and from sharing her stories and insights with sarcasm and humor from a raw, honest, and real place.
Vote for By Firelight as Best Local Podcast in Best of Madison 2025! Click this LINK to vote!
Host: Betsy Delzer
Producers: Jamie Gale and Betsy Delzer
Music: LagitoMusic and Pond5
Contact Betsy Delzer:
Instagram @byfirelight
Contact April Kigeya:
Book: Couch Confessions: The Chronicles of a Black Woman in Therapy
Facebook: April Kiyega
By Firelight is a Lit Path Studios Production.
www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios
36 min - 21: Create Your Own Writing Group
Betsy Delzer has led a writing group for twenty years, one that she created, and that was the inspiration behind the podcast. In this epiosde, Betsy shares key components and first steps for listeners who are inspired to start a writing group of their own.
Vote for By Firelight as Best Local Podcast in Best of Madison 2025! Click this LINK to vote!
Host: Betsy Delzer
Producers: Jamie Gale and Betsy Delzer
Music: LagitoMusic and Pond5
Contact Betsy Delzer:
Instagram @byfirelight
By Firelight is a Lit Path Studios Production.
www.litpathstudios.com | IG: @litpathstudios
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About By Firelight
From the publisher's feed
The By Firelight Podcast is an exploration of human stories that captures human resonance in powerful words. A circle of writers, poets, seekers, and storytellers By Firelight features heart-expanding conversations with inspiring guests who share stories from their multifaceted lives and legacies. Betsy Delzer, painter, poet, writer and educator, serves as host and guides listeners to find themselves in each episode’s connection.
By Firelight is a Lit Path Studios Production.