In this compelling episode of Quintessential Listening Poetry Online Radio and YouTube, Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram hosts a quintessential poetry podcast conversation featuring acclaimed poet and author Bill Cushing alongside musician Chuck Corbisiero. Together, they explore the intersection of poetry, history, and artistic expression as Bill shares riveting excerpts from his new book, Heroic Brothers of the Civil War.

The collection chronicles the extraordinary lives of Lt. Alonzo Cushing and his younger brother William, two Union soldiers whose courage and sacrifice left an enduring mark on American history. Bill discusses the research behind the book, the emotional weight of writing about war, and the creative process of transforming historical events into powerful poetic narratives.

Chuck Corbisiero adds musical insight and artistic reflection, enriching the dialogue with perspectives on collaboration and storytelling. This episode offers a dynamic blend of poetry, history, and creative conversation, highlighting themes of bravery, legacy, and the enduring impact of artistic interpretation.

In this dynamic episode of Quintessential Listening Poetry Online Radio and YouTube, Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram engages writer, publisher, and multidisciplinary artist Skaja Evens in a quintessential poetry podcast conversation that explores her creative journey, literary expression, and bold artistic voice. Based in Southeast Virginia, Skaja founded Mōtus Audāx Press and the publisher of Disturb The Universe Magazine and It Takes All Kinds Literary Zine, platforms that champion diverse creative communities and emerging voices. Her publication credits span Spillwords Press, Medusa’s Kitchen, Ink Pantry, Off the Coast, The Crossroads Lit Magazine, The Rye Whiskey Review, Synchronized Chaos, and Blue Pepper. She was also recognized as an NYC Podcast Association Staff Favorite, highlighting her growing impact and resonance within the literary podcast community.

Skaja’s debut book, conscientia veritatis, published by Whiskey City Press, offers a powerful exploration of emotional landscapes, translating lived experience into poetry that touches on love, mental health, patriarchy, grief, boldness, and connection. In this conversation, she reflects on her inspirations, her creative process, and her commitment to fostering community through literature. Skaja shares insights into her artistic evolution, reads selections from her work, and discusses how vulnerability, honesty, and emotional truth shape her writing. This episode celebrates her fearless approach to poetry and her dedication to building spaces where writers feel seen, heard, and supported.

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In this profound episode of Quintessential Listening Poetry Online Radio and YouTube, Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram engages distinguished poet and author Kenneth Maswabi in a quintessential poetry podcast conversation exploring his spiritual approach to writing and literary expression. Kenneth, a 47‑year‑old citizen of Botswana and a practicing medical doctor, describes poetry as a medium that connects people at a spiritual level, explaining that his poems flow intuitively from states of mind shaped by personal experiences and world events.

The interview revisits their original meeting on April 13, 2024, across two continents—1:00 PM EST and 7:00 PM CAT—highlighting the global reach of poetic connection. Kenneth shares insights into his creative process, emphasizing that he never plans or researches themes; instead, poetry emerges naturally and spiritually, reflecting his inner landscape. He also discusses his book Love, Consciousness and Humanity: The Path of Silence: The Shadowless Dreamer, published in 2021, and its companion work, Love, Consciousness & Humanity: The Illuminated Path of Silence https://a.co/d/eZR2F1o.

Throughout the conversation, Kenneth reads selections from his work, offering reflections on consciousness, humanity, emotional truth, and the spiritual dimensions of poetic expression. This episode celebrates his intuitive artistry and the universal resonance of poetry as a healing, connective force.

You are invited to relive a captivating spoken word experience from March 27, 2024—a quintessential poetry podcast celebration of performance poetry, community storytelling, and artistic collaboration. A Poetry Lovers Concert Featuring Two Ladies and a Gentleman showcased the vibrant artistry of Quintessential Listening Poetry Online Radio and YouTube, bringing together three acclaimed poets for an unforgettable evening of verse. Sylvia “Ladi Di” Beverly; Teresa E. Gallion; and Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram—who hosted, produced, and performed as the gentleman of the event—graced the virtual stage with powerful poems exploring identity, resilience, heritage, love, and the emotional depth of the human experience. This encore poetry reading highlights the beauty of spoken word poetry, the strength of creative community, and the timeless impact of poets sharing their truth.

In this reflective episode of Quintessential Listening Poetry Online Radio and YouTube, Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram engages acclaimed poet and author Ray Whitaker in a quintessential poetry podcast conversation exploring his evolving creative journey and literary expression. Ray has been writing prose and poetry since the age of seventeen, and over the years his work has transformed as he has grown, changed, and deepened his understanding of purpose. He explains that all writers create from “the Self,” yet the direction of that self shifts over time—and his current writing is rooted in a clear intention: to write for the everyday man and woman.

Ray believes poetry must reach into the images and experiences held in the minds of everyday people, engaging them directly and meaningfully. His goal is to provoke thought, spark recognition, and create connection through accessible, resonant language. In this conversation, he reflects on how his creative priorities have changed, what inspires him now, and how he measures fulfillment through the impact his work has on readers. This episode offers a thoughtful exploration of authenticity, artistic evolution, and the power of poetry to speak to ordinary lives with extraordinary clarity.

On Saturday, March 23, 2024, Quintessential Listening Poetry Online Radio and YouTube hosted a special Zoom/YouTube event entitled Celebrating Women in Poetry, presented as a quintessential poetry podcast celebration honoring women’s voices, creativity, and literary expression. This powerful program dedicated itself to Women’s History Month, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in the strength, resilience, and beauty embodied by women’s poetic voices.

Through the art of poetry, the event explored a rich tapestry of emotions, perspectives, and lived experiences that female poets intricately wove. Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram guided the celebration, creating space for reflection, empowerment, and appreciation of women’s remarkable contributions to literature and society. Featured poets Naomi Bindman, Mary Louise Kiernan, and Amanda Russell shared work that illuminated themes of identity, courage, creativity, and the unwavering spirit of women.

This episode offers a moving tribute to women’s artistry, honoring their creative legacy and celebrating the transformative power of poetry to uplift, inspire, and connect. Audiogram will be accessible on YouTube 4/27/24 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDuhMdCqUI3cJRKj-Jlgabw

In this lively episode of Quintessential Listening Poetry Online Radio and YouTube, Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram welcomes poet Todd Cirillo for a quintessential poetry podcast conversation exploring his raw, honest, humorous, and unapologetically bold approach to life, love, and literary expression. Known for his irreverent charm and emotional candor, Todd has been writing poetry and prose since the age of seventeen, evolving his voice across decades of lived experience, misadventures, and “shiny moments” gathered along the way.

Todd’s books include Sucker’s Paradise, Burning the Evidence, ROXY, Three For the Road, Kisses From A Straight Razor, and his newest collection Disposable Darlings (Roadside Press, March 2024). He is co‑founder and editor of Six Ft. Swells Press, and his work has appeared in numerous national and international journals, magazines, and—true to his legend—on cocktail napkins everywhere. Now living in New Orleans, Louisiana, Todd continues to seek strange wisdom, everyday beauty, and the wild edges of human experience.

This conversation dives into his creative process, his evolving relationship with writing, and the humor‑infused honesty that defines his work. Todd shares insights, reads selections, and reflects on how poetry can be both a mirror and a mischievous companion to the everyday chaos of life. He can be found at www.toddcirillo.com. Website https://www.toddcirillo.com Amazon Link https://amazon.com/toddcirillo Social Media https://instagram.com/suckersparadise https://facebook.com/toddcirillo https://youtube.com/toddcirillo

In this dynamic episode of Quintessential Listening Poetry Online Radio and YouTube, Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram engages poet, playwright, and a cappella vocalist Stacy Dyson in a quintessential poetry podcast conversation celebrating her creative voice, cultural mission, and literary expression. A Black woman artist whose work illuminates the life, history, and lived experiences of Black women, Stacy has released six chapbooks and five CDs, performing and workshopping her art across the country with passion, power, and uncompromising authenticity.

Following her acclaimed collections LOVELY AND SUFFERING and FOLLOW ME ON THIS, Stacy is currently developing her new book BECAUSE THE SUN WOULD NOT MOVE, continuing her exploration of identity, resilience, and emotional truth. Based in San Diego, she is also building TESORO, her international women’s poetry network, dedicated to amplifying women’s voices worldwide. In addition, she is preparing to launch two new writing and performance workshops titled FIRESCRIBE, expanding her commitment to nurturing creative communities.

This conversation highlights Stacy’s artistic evolution, her devotion to honoring Black womanhood, and her belief in poetry as a vessel for truth, liberation, and connection. Through readings, reflections, and spirited dialogue, Stacy offers listeners a powerful journey into the heart of her work and the enduring strength of women’s voices. Audiogram will be accessible on YouTube 4/22/24 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDuhMdCqUI3cJRKj-Jlgabw

In this insightful episode of Quintessential Listening Poetry Online Radio and YouTube, Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram engages storyteller and poet Margaret R. Sáraco in a quintessential poetry podcast conversation exploring her creative journey, literary expression, and the intersections of poetry, fiction, and memoir. Margaret’s work appears in numerous anthologies and literary journals, including Paterson Literary Review, Exit 13, The Path Literary Magazine, Book of Matches, Greening the Earth (Penguin Books), Lips, and Kerning: A Space for Words. She serves as a poetry editor for The Platform Review, has been nominated for a Pushcart Prize, and has twice been recognized in the Allen Ginsberg Poetry Contest.

A dynamic performer and literary advocate, Margaret has recorded video poems for Poetry of Protest and Struggle, Writing the Land, and Poets Wear Prada. She regularly performs spoken word and leads writing workshops, drawing from her 27-year career teaching middle school math and writing before retiring in June 2022. Her debut poetry collection If There Is No Wind was published in September 2022, followed thirteen months later by Even the Dog Was Quiet (Human Error Publishing). Margaret lives in Montclair, New Jersey with her husband Alex, who illustrated her latest book.

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