Learning To Fly

On today's episode of the Learning to Fly podcast, Damiein Nathaniel joins me to chat about Come As You Are, finding their voice, and of course obligatory silly questions too! For more of their work check out @spasmoffeelings on Instagram and stay tuned for upcoming information about this book!!!!!

On today's episode of the Learning to Fly Podcast, I got to interview Liv B. one of the performers from the Come As You Are Open Mic that was held in June! We talk about dwarfism, poetry, music and growing up just a little bit differently - a little less growing too, if we're honest. And I'm thrilled to announce that there are some amazing projects coming up that you won't want to miss! Support Li...

Today's episode is definitely on the longer side. It's a bonus, it's informative. It's for anyone who wants to know and learn about self-publishing poetry - particularly in the United States. We talk primarily about Ingrim Spark and KDP (Amazon's self-publishing service), but other resources are mentioned and many other poets are mentioned as examples.  If you have not yet found R. Clift plea...

I'm thrilled to announce that today's episode (fragmented or otherwise) is a conversation between myself and Rhiannon McGavin, author of "Branches" and "Grocery List Poems"! Two stellar collections that can be found anywhere you love to buy books. In this episode there's advice for young teen writers and advice for seasoned creators alike. There's also lots of laughter and robot lady voices! So le...

Today's episode is probably one of my favorite episodes in a while: Ash Raymond James joins me to discuss Mind noise, his latest self-published release (still in it's fantastic pre-order phase!), writing process, workshops, and so much insanity. But the fun kind of insanity! As Ash would say, "It's a book about space... that doesn't mention space!" Get your copy today and you'll understand! Buy Mi...

Today, I've decided to share with you some of the lesser known poems in my collection Dear Bouquet. As a reminder that all pieces are important and whether they were written for yourself or an audience does not change how they are received or valued. Also, I encourage you to join me on Patreon.com/learningtofly where I am currently running a promotion - 3 months or rewards at once to thank and del...

What does light mean to you? Is it hope? Is it kindness? Is it basking in the radiant talents and conversations of the world around you? I hope that today's episode helps you not only explore light in some new and metaphorical ways, but it also reminds you to be a kind and gentle human in all that you do. So essentially coming as yourself. Yes, come as you are is still on my mind - it's a huge pro...

Today's episode is just a reminder that today is indeed the last day to submit your pieces for the come as you are open mic. It also lets you know some more about the show and why it's so important that you come as you are in daily living! And yes, I promise tomorrow we will talk about something different.  For more information: To buy tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/come-as-you-are-ope...

I tried something new for today's episode, I crafted prompts and an experience into one blissful, creative, encouraging episode, to help you reach your fullest self. To inspire you to come as you are in everything you do. And most of all, to encourage you to join in on the Come As You Are Open mic project, where we are raising money to support inclusion and diversity in the ever growing tech indus...

This collection fell into my lap by magic or happenstance. And I'm thrilled to share and review it with you here today! I sincerely hope you'll be interested in sharing some support with the Radiant Poet - who truly does have a radiant voice and pick up a copy of "How We Love" for yourself! To support: https://www.instagram.com/theradiantpoet/ To get your own copy: https://www.artsemotions.art/cat...

Today's episode explores "Lullabies sung by the ocean" a stunning collection of poetry by Celine Cox that you can pick up anywhere books are sold. I share some pieces, I share a review, and I deviated to talk about Come As You Are: Open Mic as well! Take action! Help us raise money for inclusion in the tech industry and also support up and coming authors when and how you can. With today's episode,...

All the pieces we'll share in today's episode were provided by Poetry.org and were drafted out to go along with a lesson plan for middle and high schoolers about Pride, it's history, and some of the trials and tribulations that should be better known history. I think that makes today's episode especially fascinating and hopefully it sparks conversation among you, your friends, families and homes!

This episode is a start of the conversation that is PRIDE - June and I want to say that Pride is so much more than rainbows and parties. It's an understanding. It's a celebration. And it's also in mourning. So please enjoy these poems, these conversations and of course living as you live - curiously and artistically. 

This episode, is composed of more amazing poetry by my friend of many names - with a much needed shout out to the website www.poems-and-quotes.com - a great place to go and read poetry, share poetry, comment and learn!!!!  Of course while you're there send some love to this profile: https://www.poems-and-quotes.com/poets/507104 the very words I read you today are alive and well on this page!

Today's episode is really just a reminder that the come as you are open mic is alive and well, we are still accepting submissions until June 12 and we are selling tickets right up through the day of the event (June 26,) and we'd love to have you be a part of the event in whatever capacity you'd prefer!!!! The second half of the podcast is a handful of poems I'd be comfortable submitting in the sho...

This epsiode of the learning to fly podcast contains poetry from "Mouthful of Forevers" by Clementine Von Radics and a review at the end of the episode as well. This stunning, stunning collection speaks to so many different life moments, to trauma, to accidents and violence, but also to the loneliness that comes from being forgotten or moved past in relationships. There's truly something for every...

Today's episode is basically a reminder that Neil Hilborn still has slots available for his weekly writing circles (hosted on Wednesdays and or Saturdays!) that the come as you are open mic is a thing and we are still accepting submissions and selling tickets, and of course that sharing space is still a form of open mic and community available to you and your loved ones!!!!!! https://neilhilborn.c...

Today's episode features poetry from the AMAZING collection Confessions on a Postcard and talks about the postsecret project as well as the come as you are open mic! I know, it sounds like a LOT in 15 minutes, but bear with me - it's all similar in concept and I just know you'll LOVE today's episode!!!!! To purchase a copy of Confessions on a Postcard: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08M6CWN83/ref=dp-k...

This stunning collection was gifted to me, and I could not have found it at a better time. Today I share a poem or two from each of the sections within and leave you with an honest review (though it is also a personal one!) To find a copy of your own: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55628951-for-a-rose-that-blooms-in-fire?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=6vwaRqLKPn&rank=1 For mor...

This incredible chapbook captures hearts and minds as we celebrate, read snippets, and of course share a review!!!! To purchase a copy for yourself: https://www.amazon.com/Bloom-Chapbook-Adrienne-T-Nugent-ebook/dp/B091DMLMKC/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=bloom+adrienne+t+nugent&qid=1623206785&sr=8-1 For more information about the Come As You Are Open Mic check out these links! To purcha...

Today's episode ends on a question: who were your quarantine poets? The ones you read relentlessly as the pandemic stretched on and you had more time on your hands? For a lot of the sincerely bluejay community it looks like E. E. Cummings was a big one - if you want to be a part of this conversation please DM me or submit a voicemail to the Learning to Fly Podcast! For more information about the C...

My lovely friend from across the pond (met thanks to this lovely pandemic) joins me today in a much-awaited highly-anticipated episode of the podcast. To talk all things mental health awareness, accessibility rights and access, and of course, writing! Note: In part of this episode Miggy and I discuss elephants and the communities that share space with them. We want to acknowledge that we are weste...

This episode is carried out between two of the five creators of the Come As You Are open mic: an event hosted on Zoom on June 26, 2021. This event features poetry, music, conversation, and charity efforts to create a stronger sense of community between the performers, audience, and continue to ripple out.  Follow all co-creators on Instagram at @breakingegg, @ray_bloom, @BoomieBol, @wixluxure...

Today's episode of the learning to fly podcast features the poet Rajah, one of the voices you heard on the poem in your pocket day episode this year. And we talk writing, disability, personality and make some space to discuss mental health awareness month as well!

This episode is an amazing collection of typewriter style poems from Tyler Knott Gregson's most recently released collection: Illumination. There are hints of pandemic style writing but most of it so true and authentic to the voice and style he already had running through his works that  this collection will most definitely stand the tests of time!