The Bounty Bunch Podcast

On this podcast that shares all things poetry, this months comedy theme continues with this poem all about being an I.B.S sufferer. Now I.B.S is no laughing matter when your in the midst of a flair, but sometimes you have to find the funny moments in life to get you through. For anyone out there with an inflammatory bowel issue...I see you, I feel you and this one is for YOU! If your not a fan of...

On this podcast that celebrates and shares all things poetry, we have our very first comedy special episode! Joining us is a whole host of incredible poets, some you will be familiar with if you've been following our podcast for a while and some that our brand new! Please note that a lot of the poems in this episode have swearing in them not suitable for little ears. Returning we have Charlotte Fa...

On this podcast that celebrates all things poetry, this month's theme is comedy poetry and today's episode is all about growing up or more the fact that although the body ages, the mind doesn't always follow suit. Next week is our comedy special episode. Thank you to everyone who submitted a poem. Looking forward to sharing them all with you next week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

On this poetry that celebrates all things poetry, we are focusing our events this month on Comedy poems. Now I know poetry can be subjective and so can comedy too, so this is going to be an interesting month of poetry! I like you like today's offering and spoiler alert its not dirty even though the title is suggestive ;) it's all part of the fun! If you like my poetry and would also like to see vi...

On this episode dedicated to sharing poetry and getting the nitty gritty behind a poet's journey I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing the very talented Maria T. Maria's poetry focuses on stories of the past and using them to build a better future for newer generations. the poems in her book ‘stolen dreams of a girl child’ are not her own stories, but in fact written by her ancestors travell...

On this podcast that celebrates all things poetry, I asked for submissions for spring/nature themed poems from the incredibly talented poetry community and boy did they deliver! On the podcast today we have poems from: Katie Victoria: "I'm an actor and writer who has always found joy in sharing stories that resonate with others. With a background in performance, I'm passionate about the connection...

On this podcast that is positively potty about poetry, today's poem is all about how everyone is made differently but all are of equal importance in the garden of life. I hope you enjoy. This is also the final call for submissions for next week's episode of the podcast, the spring/nature special. If you have a poem based around those themes we would love for you to share it with us! please email y...

We are back with a brand new season and lots of poetry to share with you all! Today's poem explores the complexities of the human condition when it comes to our dependency on technology. I am asking for submissions for our special episode based around the theme of spring/nature. If you have a poem that you have written or if you would like to write one for the occasion and have it shared on the po...

On this podcast where we share all things poetry, I am joined by the one, the only, former Poet Laureate for Worcestershire Ade Couper. Ade was born in Bedford far longer ago than he cares to remember. Ade lives with multiple sclerosis, has worked in health and social care for the last 20 years, and is an activist for human rights and disability rights. His 1st collection, "Made of Stories" was pu...

On this podcast that celebrates and shares all things poetry. Today's episode is all about disability Pride. Celebrating our fantastic disabled community within and outside of the poetry community. We have some amazing voices to share on the podcast from Emily Hustwick who we have heard from in past episodes and Robert Punton who just can't keep away. We have Elen Downward joining us today lending...

On this podcast that celebrates all things poetry, today's episode focuses on the impact on degenerative conditions of the mind and the impact it can have on the ones around them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this show that celebrates all things poetry, todays poem is all about those who suffer with chronic invisible illnesses. If you liked this episode please come along and join my group the Bounty bunch on Facebook to keep up to date with all things poetry! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this podcast that celebrates all things poetry and creativity we have the incredible powerhouse performer that is James Scott-Howes joining us for a very special partners in Rhyme episode as he talks to the bounty bunch podcast about his new upcoming book 'unstable boi. About the author  "I always knew I was different. I had nothing much to talk about with the other little boys and I was f...

Kane Corvus Derby based spoken word performer Kane Is a Derby based spoken word performer, he has publishing deals with Back Room Poetry in the UK. His material has been broadcast on BBC radio. He has performed at the Edinburgh Fringe and toured the UK and Europe, extensively gigging and headlining at any city, town or village with a poetry event or festival!!  His material is based on person...

On this podcast that shares all things poetry we have a special episode celebrating PRIDE month. We are joined by a plethora of queer poets and allies all eager to show you their PRIDE! New poets to the podcast include: Ash Bainbridge (they/he) is a queer poet, home educating parent, and student midwife with a flaming uterus. They light fires for LGBTQ+ inclusion in sexual and reproductive healthc...

On this podcast where we share and celebrate all things poetry. Today's poem is all about a love that defies the norms. If you would like to submit a poem for our special PRIDE episode, please do so by emailing your submission to natalie@athenasbounty.co.uk as an MP3 or M4a file. If you would like the poem read on your behalf, please send as a word document and include a short bio with any submiss...

On this podcast that celebrates all things poetry, todays episode looks at how we should never make assumptions about another person. If you enjoyed today's episode you can get a copy of this poem and many more featured on the podcast in my book 'Life and Rhymes' which you can order here Life and Rhymes – Athena's Bounty (athenasbounty.co.uk) Our special episode of the month is PRIDE so if you hav...

On this podcast that celebrates all things poetry, I had the honour of interviewing the viral sensation Becky Hemsley. Becky's poetry has been inspiring poets like myself to explore language and ideas surrounding mental health with her unique observations of the world around her. Here is a little more about our guest: Becky Hemsley is a British poet and author who lives in Leicestershire, in the m...

On this podcast that is all things poetry, within a month that has been an exploration of mental health poetry, today's poem looks at anxiety and how it feels when experiencing an anxiety attack. All the poems I share are from my own experiences and this one in particular was born from an amazing opportunity I had, one that I had been so keen to explore to help further my poetic journey and althou...

In this special episode of the Bounty Bunch podcast we cast our net out asking for submissions for mental health poetry and we were not left disappointed. May being mental health awareness month was the month I published my first debut collection 'Life and Rhymes'. A collection full of poetry that addressed mental health in general as well as maternal mental health too. Poetry has been my therapy...

On this podcast that covers all things poetry. Today's episode is all about taking time out to observe and be one with the world around you. I wrote the poem shared whilst on a train on my way to London to see 'The cursed Child' and although I was feeling pretty rough, it was so nice to have some time out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this podcast where we delve into all things poetry, we have the incredible Ashley Edge talking with us. Ashley is a non-binary, autistic poet from Staffordshire, with a Cheshire twang and Spanish heart. They take great pleasure in opening the rusty can full of phobic critters, shining a laser on them and beating them with a poetic hammer. Prone to tugging at your soul with their tales, Ashley i...

On this podcast that focuses on all things poetry we are delving into the topic of compulsions. I have what is referred to as a body focused repetitive behaviour. I have been cheek biting since I was 7 and there have been many moments of my mom and now husband poking me to stop me from doing it, but I find myself often going into a trance. Sometimes I don't even realise I'm doing it, but I do it m...

On this podcast that delves into all things poetry, todays poem is all about expressing what lies below the surface. All the unsaid things and feelings that often cause one to feel like they are losing their marbles. If you would like to join our community. Please find us on Facebook 🦩The Bounty Bunch 🌷 | Facebook If you are interested in writing for your own wellbeing. You can join our power of...

On this podcast where we look at all things poetry, this episode focuses on what happens when we mask and how it can often feel like we are two people. It explores the process of needing to work on ourselves to heal which can sometimes mean things get worse before they get better and although we may feel like we had it more together before when we were younger, the mask prevented us from delving d...