The Push Podcast MKE

In this episode, hosts Ms. Dia, Brit Nicole, and Hayes launch a new monthly segment called "Frisky First Friday". They kick it off with "ten questions for the grown and frisky". The conversation is wide-ranging, covering topics from the most seductive lines in their poems to whether intimacy is better written or spoken. They also share a funny story about a possum , discuss a major legal decision...

In this episode, the hosts, Ms. Dia, Brit Nicole, and Hayes tackle the question: "If the mic could talk, what would it say about you?" The answers are both humorous and revealing, with one host's mic saying "slow down" because of a fast delivery, and another’s mic saying "she's a little shy." The conversation then branches into a discussion about balancing the demanding life of a creative with a f...

In this episode, the hosts Ms. Dia, Brit Nicole, and Hayes tackle the remaining twelve questions from a pre-made list. They begin by discussing the last poem they wrote that surprised them, with one host mentioning a poem she wrote for a couple's wedding at the last minute. They also delve into their "writing kryptonite," which includes distractions like phone notifications, hunger, or just feelin...

In this episode, Brit Nicole makes a return and joins co-hosts Ms. Dia and Hayes to discuss a series of questions. They explore the meaning of silence in a poem and how it can be a sign of active listening from an audience. The hosts also delve into the role of rage in their poetry , explaining that it often starts as rage but is then filtered into something more elegant or passionate. They also t...

In this episode, hosts Ms. Dia and Hayes are joined by special guest Hosanna, with a shout-out to absent co-host Brit Nicole. The episode takes a lighter tone, focusing on interactive live writing sessions and games with the audience. The hosts and their guest share their personal experiences with writing, touching on the importance of creating time and space for the creative process. They discuss...

This week on The Push Podcast, Ms. Dia and Hayes keep it real with a candid dialogue, epic poetry battles, and insane performances from some of the dopest poets around. They share powerful pieces that dig into trauma, love, identity, and resilience — plus, a wild conversation about the art of writing personal work, navigating vulnerability, and balancing responsibility with the freedom to be authe...

Join Ms. Dia, the Poetry Pusher, and Brit Nicole on this lively episode of The Push Podcast, your go-to source for all things poetry. This week, they dive into raw, heartfelt poetry—sharing their own powerful pieces, discussing the impact of writing from pain, and exploring how to navigate sharing deeply personal work with an audience. Plus, they chat about the wildest moments in poetry, reflect o...

In this inaugural episode of The Push Podcast MKE, hosts Ms. Dia, Brit Nicole, and Hayes kick things off by reflecting on their journey in the Milwaukee poetry scene. They discuss their "OG" status and the evolution of the poetry landscape, highlighting the importance of community and mentorship. The conversation touches on the challenges and joys of the craft, including the debate over performing...