Starting with the end to begin our homage to Allie Allie Oxen free, Jodo Baggins, - not the Jabberwocky but the one the only the artist, mime, filmmaking, tarot reading, comic book creating, acting, directing, writing, poeticizing avante-guardian of his own galaxy Alejandro Jodorowsky. I've always wanted to meet him. To work with him. To write with him. To learn from him. To have his hands on my shoulders and have him impart some sort of shamanistic soul healing wisdom. But I can safely say his movies, as out there as they might seem to some, have genuinely healed ME, opened my mind to the possibilities of symbols and how living poetically can transform one's life. I still hope to brush shoulders with him literally taking a paintbrush to his shoulders as he mine and then to walk in a straight line with without stopping.

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As we dip and dive into Endless Poetry I can't help but think about what might bring about an END OF POETRY? AI? The Apocalypse? The shortening of attention spans and the loss of agreed upon shared symbols. However as most metaphors melt away in the abyss of social media and an abundance of short form over stimulating empty videos - will work like Jodorowsky's take on more meaning or less? I'm hoping he still has one more film within , him but his influence has rippled and roared across the lenses of so many other artists and directors. All I can say is watch what he's done, read what he's written and let's talk.

Like Alejandro's View of poetry here's a poetic reflection/ acrostic Sconnettt (The Endlessness) on a few other things that are Endless. What am I missing?

The word endless is endless the same way

Hippopotomonstrosesquipedalian

Endlessly progresses as if to say

Endless wordplay, endless yang endless ying,

Never ending pasta of endless strings-

Dividing 1 by 3, 7, and nine,

Lines for Godot and infinity rings...

Endless summers, endless springs, endless time -

So many possibilities singing -

Shine. Endless eclipse of endless darkness,

Never-ending ellipses are bringing

Endless uncertainties that will spark this

Suspicious enigma of eternity -

Should we survive, what is meant to be will be.

I remember being slipped a copy of Holy Mountain and feeling like I had acquired something so potent and dangerous, something that so provocatively and pleasurably lit up my senses. I have shown his films to friends of mine and had two polarizing responses. Most love them like I do and want to see them all. Floored by a master at work. A few are scarred- scared - not ready and are hesitant to ever take another recommendation for a movie by me. Please Go Watch Endless Poetry and than start from the beginning of the end.

This Week...Keep it Surreal

Don't you hate when you write an incredible introduction and you're computer glitches, skips, skoots, cricks and crashes thereby erasing the wizardry you wrote? Doesn't happen when you're writing with pen or pencil - unless you're near an open window during a storm, or caught in a fire. Inks out, Point breaks and no sharpener in sight. Anyone else awoken abruptly having forgotten a dream you intended to write down?

Who out there possesses any quiet passions? What are your loud ones? I like libraries. I also like techno music. You need not shout on the mic for me to hear you. Don't get me right, I like loud ones, quiet ones, ones who whisper and ones who yell. Just be connected to what you say, be imaginative, feel what you feel and no matter how serious things get remember to play.

Are you a homebody? If so what would people say about your body of work if they had the chance to hear it?

Or are you a poem-body? These days I mostly elect to stay home, eat dinner with my family at around the same time every night, then play with my kids instead of going out to an evening event. Right now this is the right choice for me. I don't think twice about it anymore and feel completely present with them loving every minute---that is until they head to sleep of course. And then - well then I must write.

There was a time I would write all day and dream of sharing what I wrote at an evening event. Occasionally I'd get so wrapped up in what I was writing, that the event I intended on attending would pass me by and I'd be left to my own devices, rehearsing what I wrote over and over or muttering to myself in a mirror. I soon learned that going to the event would make me feel better, far better than crossing t's and dotting i's by my lonesome-- regardless of having finished the poem and regardless of getting a chance to perform said poem. I choose to be around the poets. I hope you choose to too.

In this episode we engage in a thought-provoking dialogue centered "A Quiet Passion," a biopic that chronicles the life of the renowned poet Emily Dickinson. The episode opens with an exploration of Dickinson's character as portrayed in the film, revealing her struggles with societal expectations and her quest for authenticity. We reflect on the film's depiction of Dickinson's reclusive nature, discussing how her isolation informs her poetry and ultimately shapes her identity as a writer, exploring the tension between her desire for recognition and the constraints imposed by her environment, highlighting the film's nuanced portrayal of a woman navigating the complexities of a patriarchal society. As the conversation unfolds, we delve into the broader themes of creativity and self-expression, particularly in the context of emotional turmoil. I admire the film’s ability to capture the essence of Dickinson's internal struggles, noting how her poetry serves as a vessel for her unvoiced emotions. Renzo examines the significance of artistic expression as a form of resistance against societal norms, underscoring the importance of honoring one's creative impulses despite external pressures. Feel free to reflect on your own creative journeys and the barriers you may face in pursuing your own passions. We discuss the paradox of recognition and isolation, pondering whether posthumous acclaim can compensate for the lack of acknowledgment during an artist's lifetime.

Keep it Reel.

Its a Wilde one not Olivia but an Olivier award winning one with Renzo and Scottt on the Fry cooking Gilbert gem with Jude Law and Vanessa Redgrave.

Oscar Wilde, a figure whose brilliance and audacity continue to resonate with contemporary audiences. We delve into Wilde's life, emphasizing the inherent beauty of living authentically and the often exorbitant costs endured by individuals who dare to love openly.

Through a critical examination of the film depicting Wilde's life, we reflect on the interplay of poetry, cinema, and personal identity, celebrating pride while acknowledging the multifaceted layers of Wilde's relationships, particularly with Lord Alfred Douglas. As we explore these themes, we also engage in a poignant discussion about the personal sacrifices and societal challenges associated with expressing one's true self.

Join us as we unpack the complexities of Wilde's narrative and its implications for the ongoing dialogue surrounding love, identity, and artistic expression.

Keep It Reel.

Lifelong friend and collaborator of Scottt, its Kyle Rapps!!!! Check out his music on all platforms and support The Mayhem Poets in reaching more schools, universities and theaters around the world. In this episode we riff on many different films and their intersection with poetry and our lives.

Thanks to Renzo for his new friendship and keeping these two ramblers on task - who can tangent with the best of them when not tethered to a poem.

Shout out to the other incredible Mayhem Poets-- Mason Granger, and Mikumari Caiyhe, We cant wait to have you on the pod.

Honorable Mentions in this episode go out to poets Chris FLOWMENTALZ Cook. Check out his incredible poem from Def Poety Jam, They Call Me Drama and Asia Samson of the Asia Project, @theAsiaProject on instagram. We were blown away by your work when we first heard you on a mutual college tour. Let's Connect and please come on the podcast!!!

The poem Peace Piece or NBA Peace Piece appears in this podcast off Reverse Birth by the Mayhem Poets ~2006, written by Scottt Raven and Kyle Rapps mixed by Nate Greenberg in Brooklyn. A sequel to the poem was written and recorded in Mexico City ~2016 and is yet to be released, while a third part is now in the works reinspired by the recent NBA finals by these lifelong Knicks fans.

Mask Era appears at the end of this podcast and was a poem written by Kyle Rapps and Scottt Raven on behest of a visit to an all girls school in Manhattan NY. It was maybe performed 2 or 3 times total and was also recorded by NG in Brooklyn NY.

Many of the references in both these pieces are a little outdated, but are a product of the period in which they were written. Some references and lines are built upon the premise of getting close to the line, toeing the line- maybe even putting one foot that crosses the line in an effort to better articulate and more impactfully make a point by poem's conclusion.

Enjoy our conversation with Kyle, true grit is to be swiftly witty and free, Knicks in 53- enjoy the poems and Keep it REEL.

This podcast episode delves into the cinematic portrayal of the poet Pablo Neruda in the film "Neruda," directed by Pablo Larraín. The discourse reveals the complexities of Neruda's character, focusing on the juxtaposition between his illustrious public persona and the darker facets of his private life. We examine the film's innovative narrative style, which straddles the line between biopic and myth, as it seeks to encapsulate not just the poet's life, but the essence of his legacy and the burdens of his ideals. Through our analysis, we explore the philosophical questions surrounding artistic integrity in the face of personal failings, and how this interplay reflects broader themes of love, identity, and social responsibility. As we navigate these intricate themes, we invite our audience to reflect on the implications of art in the context of historical and contemporary societal issues.

Reel Poets cycle through the Poet of the People to bring you Neruda.

Tune in Friday for a Bonus Poem by Scottt first performed with Poetic People Power in NYC during a show centered around wealth inequality.

Keep it Reel!

Reel Poets continue to cast our lines and grab our reels and realness for another incredible episode, this time with the inimitable author of Amar, Perder, Y Renacer , Mey-ling Perez.

Mey-ling was named for a character in the Bruce Lee Classic, Enter the Dragon - but Scottt knows the name from his favorite Chinese Restaurant he use to go with his family growing up just outside his hometown of Edison in the neighboring Metuchen, New Jersey on Main Street. Even though Mey-ling's family is not of Asian descent, she has found her name to be a portal into a culture she might not have otherwise known, similar to Scottt's experiences with his son Bonzai, poetically named for a combination platter of his mother Bonnie, a Chinese horticultural practice/Japanese term symbolizing long life of 10,000 years and a sc-fi classic across the 8th dimension. Mey-ling means beautiful spirit and true to form she dazzles and charms with her stories, poems and overall vibe.

Who of you has used poetic license in telling a story or putting down a poem on paper? When does a kernel of truth pop its way toward a cornucopia of conspiracy?

On this episode we tackle Tim Burton's "Big Fish" as our special guest Mei-Ling Perez explores themes of truth versus myth, storytelling as survival, and the balance between creative expression and practical reality. Mey-ling shares how her Cuban heritage and upbringing has influenced her dynamite poetry collection exploring love, loss, and rebirth.

The group discusses how the film portrays storytelling as a way to cope with life's challenges, with Edward Bloom's exaggerated tales representing emotional truth over literal facts. We examine the relationship between the protagonist and his son, debate whether the father was faithful to his wife, and consider how myth can serve as a coping mechanism during difficult times. The conversation concludes with the hosts sharing their own poetry, including a piece about the film that Mey-ling has written.

Stay for the stories, stick around for the poems. Scott tries out Crowd Work and Mey-ling echoes the film in verse while Renzo makes waves with Everywhere Hello.

Shout out Norther Winslow-- where's your Spectre? And comment with a poem about your place of Origin.

Hey diddle diddle, follow the riddle.

Noside backwards is a circle with Metuchen in the middle.

Keep It Reel.

Reel Poets sit down with poetic power couple Sasha Balmaceda-Krawczyk and Jose "Zay" Balmaceda - an fginprtuvx shy of an abecedarian, for an illuminating talk of words and pictures worth a 1000 herds of have you seen dem apples and banaynays that spans poetry, photography, relationship dynamics, maintenance and more.

This one's a long one but worth its weight in golden - as it k pops off the podcast platform of your choice into your ears and ears of corn canals.

Our first husband and wife duo who work in different mediums is rooted in the same instinct, capturing what most overlook.

if good will is what your hunting for listen up and keep it reel!

@sashalifelists whose work explores identity womanhood and belonging

@blvdlabs focuses on the everyday with a sharp eye and full heart

Savor the conversating and stay for the POEMS.

Sasha and Zay will their way to some poignant pieces on the movie you will indubitably enjoy.

@renzodelcastillo boldly reflects on the film with a banger and some mash.

@ScotttRaven drops MOPS where he riffs and rips it on what seems like an homage to janitorial services but plays more like a response to the Affleck Damon vehicle, The RIP. Shout out Honk Kong Phooey and those sweeping unsung heroes to celebrate outside the dust but more directly praise be all those first responders fighting the good fight and truly serving to protect and respect.

First episode we ever recorded takes us into the avante garden of Sergei Parajanov for The Colour of Pomegranates recorded together on one microphone inside Renzo's apartment. Orginally titled Sayat-Nova, after the 18th century poet of the same name, this flick is a sight to behold!

Thank you to all who have supported this podcast so far. Please like subscribe and comment on our page along with this and older episodes. We strive to keep it reel and are always open to respectful conversations with our fans and connecting on any of the poems or stories shared on our show. Message us at [email protected] or @ReelPoetspod on Instagram.

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There are said to be 613 seeds in a pomegranate corresponding to the number of mitzvot in the Torah.

The only way to truly palm a granite would be shrouding your phone in a brittle , weighty case of quartz, and mica.

Rich in antioxidants, vitamin A, C and K these seeded apples might get the doctor to come your way- as they are sometimes seen as symbols of fertility. They are also associated with good heath and good luck.

Whereas Renzo's poem is more straightforward speaking directly to the movie's incredible art and use of tableaus, my poem came out of a writer's conference near Syracuse, NY held at Colgate University I hope to return to one day. Long before I had published much of anything, I found some of the workshops quite intimidating and have always viewed many aspects of academia claustrophobic in their approach, but as I look back on it now I recall being heavily influenced by two wonderful professors during my visit- Peter Balakian known for his riveting talks and works surrounding the Armenian Genocide along with J Robert Lennon whose book - Pieces for the Left Hand indirectly inspired Stay At Poem Dad as I remember him saying (back in 2008 or so) how he was still able to write, while holding his newborn baby in his other hand. He was also very kind during an evening open-mic during an off the cuff performance of my poem Bored of Education.

I'd like a pomegranate tree. Or a bush. Yeah, a bush would be quite all right with me. Keep it Reel.

The POETS on FILM learn to Keep it Reel in one of our earliest recorded episodes crooning and full mooning over HOWL. Favorite Ginsberg line or collection?

Apologies if the audio isn't up to snuff, but new mics are bought and after a few more backlogged recordings all future episodes will be most pristine.

The annual east village HOWL FEST in NYC stopped operating in 2013-2014. Let's start one up in Miami!

For pictures of Dalai Llama rides by Dentz Design see Instagram or Facebook and contact Reel Poets if you were ever involved with a Howl Fest, took one of these rides or were ever affiliated with SLAMCHOPS to appear on a future episode ( BEN. JUSTIN. Michelle. St. Pat, DMD)

5 quick Parodies of HOWL

"I saw the best felines of my generation destroyed by catnip"- from Pets are Poets with the O by Mayhem Poets

"I saw the best AI minds of the future generation destroy the mad ones..." from the STILL I RISE OF THE MACHINES by Scottt Raven

"I saw the best blinds of my generation annoy a bunch of cats" - Anonymous

" I saw the best bird brains of my generation..." stick around to hear the poem after the credits.

Check out Alan Kaufman’s anthology of counter cultural voices: The Outlaw Bible of American Poetry. A key early performance poet.

And also check out BOB Kaufman the Beat Poet who took a vow of silence following the assassination of JFK.

Some Movies mentioned in this episode: Trainspotting now in its 30th anniversary

Books mentioned- Batman: The Ultimate Evil;

A Pun Also Rises —

,Define: Odnoznachnost single meaningness an opposite of Glasnost or free speech.

TV shows mentioned. Black Mirror Prime Minister

Other Poems Mentioned:

LINSANITY

HOWL

Batman Haiku by Andrew Vachss

The Chicken Poem; AKA The Other Side.

Ginsbird

Reel Poets go 1st and 10 things touching down on all that is Flor Ana: singer, writer, editor and their co-publisher extraordinaire behind Indie Earth Publishing. Author of seven poetry collections, Flor vocalizes with Leather and Lace and intuitively typewrites her way round Miami. She can be found all about town and @littleearthflower and @indieearthbooks.

The two gents and the spring Flor free Stiles in their poetic Ledger to discuss how love, language and teen rebellion collide with Shakespearean Wit waxing their way through 10 Things I Hate About You.

You got a favorite Shakespearean Film Adaptation? What should we tackle next? Hamnet?

Who's the most Shakespearean modern Playwright/Filmmaker/TV Writer of today?

Form or formless? Does Iambic Pentameter stress you out or ease those anxieties?

Engage with the conversation, stick around for the poems, support Flor in one or more of her incredible endeavors and please oh please, Keep It Reel!

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Dowload and look out for the poems in upcoming collections:

10 Things

Not My Son

10 Things I Hate About Ewes

The Untamed Shrew

The primary focus of this podcast episode centers on the exploration of the film "10 Things I Hate About You," a cinematic adaptation of Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew." Our esteemed guest, Flor Ana, a multifaceted poet and writer, shares her deeply personal connection to the film, elucidating its themes of love, authenticity, and familial relationships. The conversation delves into the intricate dynamics of sibling bonds and the societal pressures faced by young women, paralleling the film's narrative with Flor's own experiences. This episode serves not only as an analysis of a beloved classic but also as a testament to the enduring power of poetry and its ability to resonate across generations.