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Toi Derricotte vs. Stillness
This week, Ajanae and Brittany have the honor of interviewing Toi Derricotte. The trio speak candidly about preparing for death, the complexity of being a Black women poet, and the origin story of Cave Canem. They also explore the importance of community, trust, and intimacy as tools for survival.
Until Next Time:
Ruth Stone: Ruth Stone's Vast Library of The Female Mind
Galway Kinnell: Wait
Lucille Clifton: On What Poetry Is
James Baldwin: From Meeting the Man
Writing Prompt:
While we wait for the next episode, we challenge you to set your intentions by writing a haiku each morning!
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This week, Ajanae and Brittany have the honor of interviewing Toi Derricotte. The trio speak candidly about preparing for death, the complexity of being a Black women poet, and the origin story of Cave Canem. They also explore the importance of community, trust, and intimacy as tools for survival.
Until Next Time:
Ruth Stone: Ruth Stone's Vast Library of The Female Mind
Galway Kinnell: Wait
Lucille Clifton: On What Poetry Is
James Baldwin: From Meeting the Man
Writing Prompt:
While we wait for the next episode, we challenge you to set your intentions by writing a haiku each morning!
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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