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In this engaging conversation, we chat with Steven Willis and explore the evolution of poetry, the impact of the New York scene, and the challenges faced by contemporary poets. We discuss the significance of trauma poetry, the importance of diversifying styles, and the balance between artistic integrity and commercial success. Steven shares his personal journey, the lessons learned from competition, and the need for poets to understand their worth in the industry. In this engaging conversation, we delve into the competitive nature of slam poetry, discussing the importance of facing the best poets and the evolving dynamics of judging in slam competitions. We explore the challenges of maintaining anonymity among judges and the impact of audience expectations on performance. The discussion also touches on the Mount Rushmore of poets, recognizing both celebrated and underappreciated voices in the poetry community.
Chapters
01:15 Personal Stories and Compliments
07:18 Stephen's Journey into Poetry
10:18 The Evolution of Stephen's Stage Name
13:18 New York: The City of Poetry Challenges
16:13 The Impact of Competition on Growth
19:16 The Changing Landscape of Poetry Post-Pandemic
21:48 Regional Influences in Contemporary Poetry
24:47 Top White Poets and Their Influence
26:19 Exploring Poetic Themes and Styles
28:34 The Importance of Study and Archiving in Poetry
30:43 The Balance of Slam Poetry and Personal Growth
33:30 The Debate on Trauma Poetry
38:35 Navigating the Corporate Side of Poetry
45:38 The Value of Versatility in Poetry
49:48 Self-Reflection and Authenticity in Poetic Expression
58:11 Facing the Best: The Competitive Spirit in Slam Poetry
01:01:04 The Evolution of Slam: Anonymity and Judging Dynamics
01:05:52 The Pressure of Performance: Expectations and New Work
01:11:05 Mount Rushmore of Poets: Personal Favorites and Under-Recognized Voices
01:17:25 Trivia Time: Testing Knowledge in the Poetry Community
01:25:46 The Battle of the Rappers: Kendrick vs. Drake
01:36:22 The Evolution of Hip-Hop: Standards and Hypocrisy
01:41:40 Cultural Context in Rap Battles
01:45:07 Final Thoughts and Freestyle Session
Steven Willis Info:
PoetUp Crew:
Twitter/X: @PoetUpPodcast @MallChi @MrBluz @jayward2030
IG: @PoetUpPodcast @MallChi @bluzbluzbluz @jward 2030
Facebook: @PoetUpPodcast
Email us: [email protected]
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Summary
In this engaging conversation, we chat with Steven Willis and explore the evolution of poetry, the impact of the New York scene, and the challenges faced by contemporary poets. We discuss the significance of trauma poetry, the importance of diversifying styles, and the balance between artistic integrity and commercial success. Steven shares his personal journey, the lessons learned from competition, and the need for poets to understand their worth in the industry. In this engaging conversation, we delve into the competitive nature of slam poetry, discussing the importance of facing the best poets and the evolving dynamics of judging in slam competitions. We explore the challenges of maintaining anonymity among judges and the impact of audience expectations on performance. The discussion also touches on the Mount Rushmore of poets, recognizing both celebrated and underappreciated voices in the poetry community.
Chapters
01:15 Personal Stories and Compliments
07:18 Stephen's Journey into Poetry
10:18 The Evolution of Stephen's Stage Name
13:18 New York: The City of Poetry Challenges
16:13 The Impact of Competition on Growth
19:16 The Changing Landscape of Poetry Post-Pandemic
21:48 Regional Influences in Contemporary Poetry
24:47 Top White Poets and Their Influence
26:19 Exploring Poetic Themes and Styles
28:34 The Importance of Study and Archiving in Poetry
30:43 The Balance of Slam Poetry and Personal Growth
33:30 The Debate on Trauma Poetry
38:35 Navigating the Corporate Side of Poetry
45:38 The Value of Versatility in Poetry
49:48 Self-Reflection and Authenticity in Poetic Expression
58:11 Facing the Best: The Competitive Spirit in Slam Poetry
01:01:04 The Evolution of Slam: Anonymity and Judging Dynamics
01:05:52 The Pressure of Performance: Expectations and New Work
01:11:05 Mount Rushmore of Poets: Personal Favorites and Under-Recognized Voices
01:17:25 Trivia Time: Testing Knowledge in the Poetry Community
01:25:46 The Battle of the Rappers: Kendrick vs. Drake
01:36:22 The Evolution of Hip-Hop: Standards and Hypocrisy
01:41:40 Cultural Context in Rap Battles
01:45:07 Final Thoughts and Freestyle Session
Steven Willis Info:
PoetUp Crew:
Twitter/X: @PoetUpPodcast @MallChi @MrBluz @jayward2030
IG: @PoetUpPodcast @MallChi @bluzbluzbluz @jward 2030
Facebook: @PoetUpPodcast
Email us: [email protected]
Rate us, review us tell a friend to tell a friend about us.
Thank you for listening