The Corner

On this Episode, I look back at the 50-ish episodes I've done so far and answer some of the most common questions I've been asked about the pod! If you can't tell, I'm pretty excited to have 50 episodes and counting! Anyway, you can contact me in any of these ways: Email: mjw511@yahoo.com Twitter: @GlydeW15 Facebook: Matthew Wood Poet Mastadon: @GlydeW15@mastadon.social Dischord: M. Da Glyde Woodr...

Hey y'all! Welcome to episode 50! That's right! It's the 50th episode! It's a good one too! On this episode I'm joined by Dessa! What else can I say other than I'm incredibly grateful for 50 episodes and for Dessa's appearance!? Well, let me start by telling you a little about my guest. Dessa was born Margret Wander in Minneapolis, Minnesota and had her come up as a creative with the indie hip hop...

Hello everyone! This episode is definitely a fun one! On this episode I’m joined by Lucky 3 of Mystick Journeymen and founder/leader of Living Legends! Born Tommy Woolfolk Junior in Los Angeles, California Lucky 3 is the founder of Mystick Journeymen (with Sunspot Jonz) and Living Legends. Dope MC, storyteller, father, and 1000% himself in every syllable he speaks. Listen in as we talk about every...

Like Ma Bell, I got the ill communication! On this bonus episode I celebrate the 30th anniversary of the incomparable Beastie Boys' fourth full length album, Ill Communication! As always, the intro & outro beats are by M. Da Glyde Woodrow Y'all can find me on Facebook (Matthew Wood Poet), Twits (@GlydeW15), Mastadon (@GlydeW15@mastadon.social), and by email (mjw511@yahoo.com). Please consider dona...

On this episode I chop it up with award winning and nominated poet, educator, and performer José Olivarez! Come to The Corner with us as we talk about rhythm, wordplay, and how poems come to be. From men needing to do what we need to do, to how Hip Hop is a forever influence on us, to shouting out the great poet Willie Perdomo, we're here for it! My Connects: email - mjw511@yahoo.com, Facebook - M...

It's just me, all by my lonesome again. I'm really not that lonely though, I brought four great albums with me! Give the episode a listen and support the artists I talk about! Also, what's the theme of my solo episode titles!? Hit me up at any or all of these ways! Email - mjw511@yahoo.com, at the Book of Face - Matthew Wood Poet, At the Twits - @GlydeW15, Mastadon - @GlydeW15@mastadon...

Here I am, on my own again! This time, I go in for a shorter, but pointed talk on one of my favorite topics, poetry! How is poetry used in schools? Is it done right? Or done dirty? Also, let me know what YOU think of poetry by answering the episode question found in the links below or by email - mjw511@yahoo.com, Facebook - Matthew Wood Poet, Twitter - @GlydeW15, Mastadon - @GlydeW15@mastadon.soci...

Yo! I'm back for another season! That's right, it's season 3 of The Corner! Welcome! And this one is a doozy! With yours truly this time is the one and only Sage Francis! Sage Francis is a former slam poetry and battle rap champ and a founding father of indie/underground Hip Hop as we know it, he's been at it for a minute! From his album Personal Journals to his work with great friend (and friend...

On this episode I welcome fellow poet and creative, Ivy Rozen! Ivy is a dynamic and energetic creative force and a great human being all around! Listen in as we talk about pretty much everything. We may have even solved the world. No matter what, this is a truly fun energy on this episode. Peace to Ivy Rozen for this one! Find Ivy's Socials: Facebook - Ivy Rozen, Insta - @rozenwrites, Website - iv...

On this episode I hit the mic on the solo to talk about some news, some music, some writing, and more! Press play! My Connects: Facebook - Matthew Wood Poet, Twitter - @GlydeW15, Mastadon - @GlydeW15@mastadon.social, email - mjw511@yahoo.com My Book - https://www.amazon.com/Analog-Poems-Matthew-Wood/dp/1944878033/ref=sr_1_1?crid=103TZ1QJMWIQQ&keywords=analog+poems&qid=1707706817&sprefix=analog+poe...

On this episode I chop it up with the amazing and multi-award winning artist, Gregory Manchess! Listen in as we talk about his influences, his favorite works, and what talent means in all sorts of facets of life. Press play and join the fun already! How to reach me: email - mjw511@yahoo.com, Facebook - Matthew Wood Poet. Twitter - @GlydeW15, Mastadon - @GlydeW15@mastadon.social How to find Gregory...

On this episode I FINALLY welcome a fellow Dot Rat (Dorchester, Massachusetts born)! With me is Akrobatik (born Jared K. Bridgeman)! Listen in as Akro and I chop it up about Dorchester, Hip Hop, the state of the world, and all of the learning we both got from it all. This dude is dynamic, raps his a$$ off, and is a superbly incredible human being! Press play! Akro's Connects: Insta- Akrobatikmc an...

***Warning*** On this episode I delve into my thoughts and feelings regarding personal experiences and the struggles I work through. As well as what goes on with others. I also talk the violence in the world as well. That said, I round it out with some original poetry and album recommendations for your listening pleasure! Be sure to find my book (Analog Poems) on Amazon! As promised the albums I r...

What’s up y’all!? It’s that time of year! This is a look back on the Hip Hop that dropped in 2023 with my homie, Jeremy! Jeremy’s List in Order: Codefendents - Crime Wave Video Dave • Controler7 - ArticulatedTexTiles Blockhead - The Aux Billy woods • Kenny Segal - Maps Fatboi Sharif • Steel Tipped Dove - DECAY Killer Mike - Michael Open Mike Eagle - Another Triumph of Ghetto Engineering Blackliq •...

***TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussion of addiction, depression, death, loss, abuse, and mental health.*** On this episode I sit down with the self described rainbow colored grief rapper, Myles Bullen! But, with grief, there is also life affirming going on throughout their songs and poems. After all, doesn’t all of that sit side by side? Listen in as we explore what that means to the...

Welcome to the one year anniversary episode y'all! That's right, one year! This one was a blast to record and I can't wait for you to hear it! On this episode I have the one and only Longshot! Born Chad Heslup in Chicago. Illinois, Longshot knew at a pretty young age that words were his world. He's made it happen ever since too! Listen in as we talk about his journey and evolution as an artist and...

Don’t call it a comeback! My homie, Jeremy is back! This time around we take on the decade of the 2000s and talk about some pivotal and inspirational albums to us and our tastes. This one was a blast to record, so press play to join in on the fun! As always, the Intro and outro (“Walk To The Corner” & “Native Tongue (Home)”) by M. Da Glyde Woodrow. And please rate, subscribe, and share! Also, find...

On this episode I chat with poet, dancer, musician, and educator, Khary Jackson! Originally from Detroit and now living in the Twin Cities, Minnesota, Khary has done a lot of great work from slam poetry championships, to poetry awards, and has been called a blend of Saul Williams and Pablo Neruda! Listen in as we talk through his influences and passions, the rewards of working with youth, and witn...

On this episode of The Corner I get the chance to sit down and talk about a whole lot of my favorite things, and one of those things is The Simpsons! With me this time is animator, flaming tuba player, and Simpsons expert and ambassador, David Silverman! (Make sure that you spell that with ONE N!) David is a long time animator and cartoonist that has worked on just about every corner of Springfiel...

On this episode I talk to Mayhem Poet, MC, Rutgers scholar, traveler Kyle Rapps! Listen in as we talk about his many adventures through poetry and music and how that's led him to his new project. We're talking surf rap, y'all! Keep listening as we talk about all the stuff that matters most and all the things that make those things matter. Music, poetry, food, and how learning and love and communit...

Another solo episode of The Corner! Again, if you can relay to me the common theme to the solo titles, let me know! I’ll have a cool prize for ya! As always, intro and outro is by M. Glyde Woodrow (outro is called “Downtime Groove”). How do you hit me up? Here’s how! Facebook: Matthew Wood Poet, Twitter: @GlydeW15, Mastadon: @GlydeW15@mastadon.social, and email: mjw511@yahoo.com My YouTube: https:...

On this episode I chop it up with MC, poet, screenwriter, and activist, B. Dolan! Listen in as we talk about everything from beards, hula hoopers at rap shows in Vermont, and how important it is to create safety for ALL people. We meander through his creative process and growth as an artist, his upcoming UK tour, and wrapping up his newest album (coming in the soon future) with some great humor an...

Since the last episode was a Spotify exclusive, I figured I'd drop one for the actual world. Included in this episode is my rants on some controversy, snobs, and other stuff. More importantly, I share some original poems and beats! As always, feel free to share this episode and show with people and thank you for coming by The Corner! Intro and outro: Walk To The Corner, Downtime Groove, Phunkin' '...

On this episode, an episode a long time coming, I sit down with poet, photographer, visual artist, journalist, and overall big hearted human, Shanta Lee Gander! Listen in as we talk about the many creative hats she wears as well as our mutual love for Hip Hop (especially A Tribe Called Quest). This is a seriously fun episode y’all! As always, intro and outro (“Walk To The Corner” & “Nameless”) is...

On this episode I sit down with comedian, filmmaker, photographer, musician, great dude, and long time dear friend, GW Foley! Listen in as we talk about whole enchilada with some side tangents too! From being a founding member of The Vermont Comedy Outlaws to letting his dog, Murphy, suckle his fingers, don’t miss this! G-Dub’s Socials: Insta - @foleykills YouTube - @foleykills (I think I see a th...