On this episode of The BWOMS Podcast we welcome a dream team collaboration of Farbeon, A. Billi Free, and Wise Weapon. We talk about Hip-Hop, beatmaking, the concept of "Sankofa," and their collaboration on a new track "L.B.M.F. (Looking Back Moving Forward)." We recorded live at The Black Orchid Lounge right before one of our open mic nights. Of course, we listen to L.B.M.F at the end of the episode. Give it a listen!

Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS)

Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017

Opening track: "Metaphorical Muze(sic)" by Endangered Language

Closing track: "L.B.M.F. (Looking Back Moving Forward)" by Farbeon, A. Billi Free and Wise Weapon

www.farbeon.com

www.abillifree.com

https://wiseweapon1.bandcamp.com/

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On this episode of The BWOMS Podcast we welcome indie folk-rock duo, and our good friends, Coyote Blue. We discuss open mics, choosing their sound, busking, people that have inspired and supported them, plus more! We also listen to their song, "Scars."

Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS)

Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017

Opening track: "Metaphorical Muze(sic)" by Endangered Language

Closing track: "Scars" by Coyote Blue, produced by Luis Camberos, filmed by Bored Film Studios

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8pBUMkWhmHE

On this episode of The BWOMS Podcast we welcome Sarah Walker, founder of Frontera Poetry Slam. We discuss her experience with starting and running the poetry slam, using poetry to translate emotion, finding stories to relate to through various mediums, erasure poetry, latrinalia, her goals for the future, and so much more! Sarah also reads her pieces, "Fractures" and "Superpowers."

Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS)

Theme song (intro/outro): "Metaphorical Muze(sic)" by Endangered Language

Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017

On this episode of The BWOMS Podcast we welcome 2016 Frontera Poetry Slam Champion, Rachel Marie. We discuss her writing, DIY as an act of resistance, her chapbook "Resistance, Persistence, & Love Sickness," her CD "Enemies at the Door," the poetry scene, and more!

Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS)

Theme Music (Intro/Outro) is "Metaphorical Muze(sic)" by Endangered Language

Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017

On this episode of The BWOMS Podcast we welcome Valentin Sandoval (filmmaker / author / public speaker / entrepreneur). We discuss and deconstruct "Power at the Pass," both in name and vision. Valentin also discusses teaming up with Don Shapiro, publishing South Sun Rises, collaborations, and "riding the tide".

Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS)

Theme Music (intro/outro) "Metaphorical Muze(sic" by Endangered Language

Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017

Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS)

On this debut episode of The BWOMS Podcast we welcome our good friend, Daniel Rivera into the studio. We discuss Daniel's musical inspirations, journey as a musician, creation of The Golden Groove, winning song contests, and his plans moving forward.

We also listen to and discuss his songs "Towards New Horizons" and a brief clip of his newer "Blood Stained Skies." Listen in to catch it all.

You can find Daniel's music online by searching "The Golden Groove"

Watch the Behind The Scenes Trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_G7_U2gfVM

Theme Music (Intro/Outro) is "Metaphorical Muze(sic)" by Endangered Language

Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017