Learning To Fly

Today's episode features a discussion about " oneirophrenia " and lots of poetry written by my friend of many names whose work can be found at https://www.poems-and-quotes.com/poets/507104 - you should absolutely check it out for yourself! If you are interested in joining tonight's twitch.tv/sincerelybluejay write-in in celebration of Camp NaNoWriMo and NaPoWriMo both beginning then we will begin...

Today's episode was created while on the way to work - but it's still beautiful. It's still lovely. And of course we are reading the latest release by Iain s. Thomas because of course we can!

This episode is filled with updates, micro poems, and gratitude for everything we have accomplished In the last year here on the podcast! It's incredible to think we've been moving along for a full year already!!!

This episode is an incredible way to share news about Ask by Amanda Baker as well as introduce some news about Dear Bouquet my upcoming Debut Poetry collection!

Today's episode explores Sunflower volume 1 by Maya Marlow-king. I love the way this collection explores not only the emotional scale, but also makes space to start some important conversations. I also like the way that there's a constant reference to yellow and sunflowers, the blooming and the wilting. 

Today's episode is accomplishing a few things at once: firstly we are celebrating Women's history Month because Sarah's voice is incredible for that. Secondly we are talking about project voice and it's importance to the poetic community as well as youth in various communities. And thirdly I'm letting you all know that there are project voice classes and seminars you can sign up with to more deepl...

This author is local to where I am, I happened upon the book in a local newly opened book and coffee shop. It was the spark of a great discussion with one of the workers and I am glad to have added a copy to my collection.  If you'd like to add it to yours as well check out: https://www.amazon.com/Duel-Brianna-Florian/dp/1976250846/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_pb_opt?ie=UTF8

For today's episode it felt so incredibly right to pick up Paper Heart by Boomie Bol - and even though this collection was gifted to me, it has become a staple in my collection and my go to gift for other life livers. Anyway, this collection is an incredible representation of the human condition and I'm thrilled to be able to share pieces of it with you here today. 

So to celebrate this incredibly important and powerful day, I wanted to showcase a variety of women's voices throughout time in poetry. I wanted to also showcase voices from a variety of walks of life and I hope I accurately represented these stunning women for all they have done (and their work continues to do on behalf of them). Happy International Women's day and thank you so so so much for joi...

It didn't feel right to have a month full of women's voices (with very few exceptions) this month and not include Carolyn L. Robinson. She has seven incredible collections, they are so good I read all 7 in one sitting one night. ANYWAY this is revisiting and reading (in no particular order) poems from her most recently published collection I Write to Keep Me Sane. And I love this one. Please enjoy...

This epsiode is composed of poetry from Shine Your Icy Crown by Amanda Lovelace. I really love the personality and the authenticity of this collection - which is why I'm so excited to share it with you as a part of Womens History Month and alongside so many other stunning female voices in the world of poetry this month. 

Today's episode is full of segments from When the Stars Wrote Back by Trista Mateer! I really love the way this collection grows and empowers. There is so much light within these pages - even if it seems to be hiding at first. 

Today's epsiode features random poems from Neil Hilborn (@Neilicorn on Instagram) 's collection The Future. Which is probably one of my favorite collections of his so far.  It feels right to use his poems to celebrate National Grammar Day because he runs a 10 week workshop (in repetitive sessions) and always reminds us how much of a nerd he is. And how important grammar is even if we say fuck...

Today is national "I hope you're happy day" and it felt right in a weird way to read poetry from R. Clift's collection "Your Thoughts Deserve a Decent Place to Live". To support her and check out the full list of collections just search for R. Clift poetry wherever books are sold!

I love how this collection not only reminisces on life and even clearly touches on women's history (appropriately so for March: Women's history month) but adds updated details and reflections. So no matter which side of the spectrum you're on, there's something to resonate and guide you. I also think that Maureen's voice is so incredibly clear and powerful that it is fitting for today as a whole.

I thought a long time about what I wanted to share today and what tone I wanted to set on Learning to Fly for the month of March. I love the duality and the growth in this collection by Parker Lee Formerly known as Cyrus Parker. I think we all need to stop and consider the choices we make and how these moments effect not only ourselves and our personal growth but those around us as well. And perso...

Just something fun to do. Zach tries his hand at sharing spooky dark poetry - in case you're having a mood. OR maybe because we are. LOL. Anyway, enjoy!!!

You guys have been requesting that Zach come on and read some of the poems he wrote to me!!! And what better time for this than today of all days - Valentine's day!!! These are poems he wrote and buried about 5 years ago - so our relationship has grown and changed since then, but it's still so much fun to come on and share works together!!!

Today's episode is filled with love and support for up and coming creators! In no particular order, here are the best places to check out each and every one of them: Ray_Bloom: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-vL3iU0JrawlfQiYlHgug or @Ray_Bloom on Instagram Nadine Hayes: https://www.achosenword.com/ Boomie Bol: https://boomiebol.com/ Miranda Sheh: https://www.mirandasheh.com/ Ian Quiet: https:/...

Today's episode features 2 poems from each section of my up and coming poetry collection "Dear Bouquet" - now available for pre-order on Amazon (in a wide variety of countries too!) while also shouting out "Diamond Bright" the new single by Quiet Etc and Nite Mirror - to release tomorrow! Wow so many new projects are entering the world! I hope you find the ones you resonate with when you need them...

Today's episode is filled with a variety of poems featuring compassion and hope. Enjoy! And come back tomorrow for another snippet of Diamond Bright by Quiet Etc and NiteMirror (which releases on February 8th!)

This episode explores three poems and their different takes on the idea or image of light. I was inspired to share these three poems with you today by the song Diamond Bright by Quiet ETC ft. Nite Mirror. Which I am excited to announce that you get to hear here on the Learning to Fly podcast before anyone anywhere else!!! Make sure to check out Quite ETC and Nite Mirror on all your favorite music...

This is a wonderful set of poems that embrace the use of light in their lines and images. It is a wonderful way to introduce "Diamond Bright" an upcoming single by Quiet Etc and NiteMirror!!!

This is a very special episode of Learning to Fly where we explore Diamante poems (Diamond poems) and get a very special snippet of Diamond Bright by Quiet ETC and Nite Mirror releasing on February 8, 2021!!!! Make sure to check out and support Quiet ETC and Nite Mirror on all your favorite music platforms, social media accounts and of course Bandcamp and Patreon!!!!

Today is a cold and miserable day where I am, to lighten things up here's an episode all about joys!