Honey Tea & Talk Story

In this engaging conversation, Susan Ito shares her profound journey of writing her memoir, 'I Would Meet You Anywhere,' which spans over 30 years. She discusses the emotional release of finally publishing her work, the joy of connection and teaching, and the complexities of navigating family relationships while writing about personal experiences. Susan emphasizes the importance of commu...

Summary In this engaging conversation, Alex Marley shares his musical journey, inspirations, and the transformative power of music. He reflects on his childhood curiosity, the importance of mixing genres, and the joy of performing. Alex also offers valuable advice for aspiring musicians and expresses his desire for world peace. Takeaways Alex Marley feels blessed to perform in Hawaii. He was a cur...

Summary In this engaging conversation, Lani Park reunites with her dear friend Tamika Harper, also known as Georgia ME, a celebrated poet and performer. They reminisce about their time on tour with Deaf Poetry Jam, share insights on their artistic journeys, and discuss the importance of community engagement and spirituality in their lives. Tamika shares her experiences in curating cultural festiva...

Keywords Hilo Town Farmers Market, Hawaiian music, Nahoku Hanohano Awards, songwriting, musical journey, collaboration, advice for musicians, music scene, inspiration, local food Summary In this engaging conversation at the Hilo Town Farmers Market, Lani Park interviews talented musicians Mele Mai Kahumoku and Kiyoku Kahumoku. They discuss their musical journeys, the importance of collaboration, a...

Keywords Caridad de la Luz, La Bruja, poetry, spirituality, courage, Cuba, New York Poet's Cafe, creativity, community, artistic collaboration, motherhood, professional boundaries, joy, inspiration, artistic journey, advice for artists, dreams, purification, spirituality, legacy, community, poetry Summary In this engaging conversation, Lani Park interviews Caridad de la Luz, also known as La...

www.taiyona.com Taiyo Na is a writer of poems, songs, stories and curricula who lives on unceded Lenape land (Queens, NY). The collaboration album Home:Word included a number of chart-topping songs in Asia. His writing has appeared in Kweli Journal, Poets House and in the anthology We the Gathered Heat: Asian American and Pacific Islander Poetry, Performance, and Spoken Word (Haymarket Books). He’...

https://www.drstephaniehan.com/ https://bit.ly/m/laniloves Summary In this engaging conversation, Lani Park and Dr. Stephanie Han discuss the challenges and triumphs of writing, particularly in the context of divorce and personal growth. Dr. Han shares her journey as a writer, her experiences with surfing, and the importance of storytelling for women navigating difficult life transitions. Lani Par...

https://www.leeherrick.com/ In this engaging conversation, Lani Park interviews Lee Herrick, the current Poet Laureate of California. They discuss Herrick's journey as a poet, his experiences with adoption, & the importance of community engagement in his role. Herrick shares insights into his busy schedule, his artistic projects, & the inspirations that have shaped his work. The conve...

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