The blackpoetboy Podcast

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This is a space for poetry written, curated and expressed by zari olawale. Nothing is taboo to discuss with the powers of poetic prose. Prepare to plunge into a world of bold, honest and often humourous theatre. Glad to have you here for the adventure.

  1. 06/23/2021

    Father is a Verb

    Father's Day was just celebrated and I found myself reflecting on my deceased father's life with me in mind. I felt around many painful and powerful ideas that struck me about him and me. As I pondered, I heard via my soul the words, "Father is a Verb" and I wrote a poem with this in the forefront of my exploration. Fathering is not easy. In this episode I share some historical facts that I recall about who my father was and how his life created me into the person I am as a life partner, father, friend and creative. Fathers are making it up as they go. They are action men with a silly switch. Welcome to this episode about fathering.

    29 min

  2. 06/16/2021

    A Journey in Five Poems

    This episode is a personal one in that I am sharing five poems that were inspired by the impact of the times we are in and the new realisations about mySelf. A time of reflection and exploration is what I use to create. Words are such a fantastical medium of expression. I love nothing less than to write. Welcome to this poetic journey. Come with me.

    23 min

  3. 06/09/2021

    We Are Inclusion

    In this episode I am treating the subject matter of inclusion in face exclusivity with power structures. It's such a harrowing reality that many people groups on earth are suffering. The power play that destroys lives is rampant and this is causing us all a pain that we are tired with. I simply share July thoughts as person of African ancestry, who is male and much more. I bring many quotes to shine a light on the vanguard journey we all are on. I leave nothing out. The poem I wrote says more by way of verse. I hope that you will agree with Andres Tapia who said, "Diversity is the mix. Inclusion is making the mix work."

    35 min

  4. 06/02/2021

    Action Cures Fear

    In the first episode of Season 2, I share and explore that feeling of fear that threatens to stagnate, however, there's something that can be done to make sure that fear doesn't hijack us. I learnt many years ago to take action and this action would cure the fear immediately. Oftentimes we let fear run amok in our lives to the point of confusion and whatever else that may look like. I share personal instances and how I overcame them. I trust that you can do the same. The recent poem of composed that goes by the same name is a little journey of how we can take action and cure fear. Go ahead and take a listen.

    16 min

  5. 05/30/2021

    Season 2 Trailer

    I am happy to announce that Season 2 of The blackpoetboy Podcast is about to begin. Episode 1 will drop on Wednesday June 2nd. There will be conversations with guests as well as yours truly in a conversation of one. I invite to come along. Let's have a great season.

    1 min

  6. 04/14/2021

    Hold Up the Light

    This episode is about light. In this final episode of Season 1, the innerstanding of the personal light we carry is crucial to the living. As the world has been cloaked in a darkness of a sort due to the global pandemic, it's such a poignant time to go within and shine the light within. The truth that we are points of light is a real and rich reality to embrace. The poem Hold Up the Light is a clarion call to all light workers to cultivate themselves and others with the light that floods from within. It's been a pleasure producing each episode and its been a remarkable journey with you alongside. Season 2 will be right along after a month long hiatus. Thank you for your encouragement, time and presence. As you go forth and dazzle, hold up the light.

    21 min

  7. 04/07/2021

    Guide Yourself Back

    In this penultimate episode of season 1, I share my experience of cultivating a meditation practice and the correlation of how carving out an allotted time to sit and breathe is a perfect example of Self-care and well-being. I suggest that meditation is a choice that is rewarding, refreshing and life-affirming. I explore the many ways that we have been groomed to run into ended stories instead of regarding the highest Self as the knower of all things. The power that we have is incomparable in all respects and no one can assume this power for us. The poem 'Guide Yourself Back' sets out the roadmap that leads back to our powerful ability to choose and restore our remembrance. How liberating it is to realise that what we once thought was outside us is quietly waiting inside us!

    22 min

  8. 03/31/2021

    Light Moments

    We are living in heavy times. The state of the world is warped, stagnated and played with dark realities. The pandemic has upended our lives, however, I think the at we have a power to create points of light that will shine the way to living more purposefully. In this episode I share a list of examples to lighten the load and be more of our authentic self. The poem 'Light Moments' is personal journey that begins from within. The exploration of Self is always available to us.

    23 min
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This is a space for poetry written, curated and expressed by zari olawale. Nothing is taboo to discuss with the powers of poetic prose. Prepare to plunge into a world of bold, honest and often humourous theatre. Glad to have you here for the adventure.

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