FearlessINK

Archuleta A. Chisolm
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The FearlessINK podcast is a place for all writers where we explore the creative process and uncover tips to help you find inspiration and productivity in every day life.

  1. Clarity Is Kindness: Editing for Strength, Not Perfection

    4D AGO

    Clarity Is Kindness: Editing for Strength, Not Perfection

    In this second episode of the May mini-masterclass series, we explore editing as a tool for clarity—not criticism. Learn how to strengthen your drafts, identify common writing problems, and approach revision without perfectionism. Plus, practical editing strategies writers of any genre can use immediately. In The Inkwell: The Kenyon Review craft resources 🔗 Website: https://kenyonreview.orgTin House writing workshops 🔗 Website: https://tinhouse.comElectric Literature craft essays 🔗 Website: https://electricliterature.com🎧 Listen now — revision is where writing gets stronger. Find me on socials at @archuletawrites and www.archuletachisolm.com

    8 min
  2. Start Where It’s Messy — Drafting Without Permission

    MAY 7

    Start Where It’s Messy — Drafting Without Permission

    In the first episode of the May mini-masterclass series, We're breaking down the drafting process and why most writers struggle to begin. Learn how to separate drafting from editing, lower the pressure to start, and build a consistent writing habit. 🎧 Listen now — your first draft doesn’t need to be good. It just needs to exist. From The Inkwell: The Writer's Studio 🔗 Website: https://writerstudio.com Writing Workshops 🔗 Website: https://writingworkshops.com Visit me on all social platforms at @archuletawrites and at www.archuletachisolm.com

    9 min
  3. The Personal Is the Poem

    APR 23

    The Personal Is the Poem

    In this third episode of the National Poetry Month series, we explore how personal storytelling becomes cultural power through poetry. Inspired by poets like Audre Lorde and Lucille Clifton, this episode invites writers to examine vulnerability, identity, and truth as creative forces. Listeners are encouraged to write something personal—not for performance, but for clarity. In The Inkwell: Button Poetry — https://buttonpoetry.comThe Poetry Project — https://poetryproject.org🎧 Listen now — your story is part of the language. Visit me on socials at @archuletawrites and at www.archuletachisolm.com

    7 min
  4. The Poet as Witness: Writing Through the Movement

    APR 16

    The Poet as Witness: Writing Through the Movement

    In this second episode of the National Poetry Month series, we explore the role of Black poets as witnesses to social and political transformation. From the Civil Rights Movement to today, poetry has served as a powerful tool for documenting history and inspiring change. In The Inkwell: Furious Flower Poetry Center — https://www.jmu.edu/furiousflower/index.shtmlSplit This Rock — https://www.splitthisrock.orgPoems Mentioned in this episode: “Riot” by Gwendolyn Brooks“a poem for my brothers” by Sonia Sanchez“SOS” by Amiri Baraka🎧 Write a poem responding to something happening right now. Let it serve as a record of your presence in this moment. Visit me on all social platforms at @archuletawrites and at www.archuletachisolm.com

    15 min
  5. When Poetry Told the Truth First

    APR 12

    When Poetry Told the Truth First

    In this opening episode of the National Poetry Month series, We' explore how poetry has historically been one of the first spaces where truth is expressed—especially for Black writers navigating systems that resisted their voices. From the Harlem Renaissance to today, this episode invites you to reflect on what it means to write honestly before the world is ready to receive it. In The Inkwell: Academy of American Poets — National Poetry Month https://poets.orgPoetry Foundation resources and events https://www.poetryfoundation.orgCave Canem Black poetry community https://cavecanempoets.org🎧 Listen now — sometimes the truth shows up in poetry first.

    10 min
  6. Ownership: Who Profits From Your Voice?

    MAR 20

    Ownership: Who Profits From Your Voice?

    This episode examines creative ownership and the economic realities behind writing and creative labor. From underpricing to intellectual credit, We explore how writers can begin to think more strategically about their work, and reflect on the difference between visibility and ownership. In The Inkwell: The OpEd Project workshops https://www.theopedproject.orgShe Writes community resources https://shewrites.comPEN America advocacy for writers https://pen.org🎧 Listen now and begin thinking about the true value of your voice. Visit me on socials at @archuletawrites and www.archuletachisolm.com

    10 min
  7. The Labor of Being Palatable

    MAR 19

    The Labor of Being Palatable

    In this Women’s History Month episode, we explore the invisible labor many women writers perform to make their voices acceptable. From tone-policing to respectability politics, this conversation examines how cultural expectations shape creative expression. This episode invites you to question where you may be softening you voice and how reclaiming clarity can restore authenticity to your work. In The Inkwell: Women Who Submit submission support events https://womenwhosubmitlit.orgNational Women’s History Museum author talks https://www.womenshistory.org🎧 Listen now and reflect on where your voice might be negotiating for approval. Visit me on socials at @archuletawrites and www.archuletachisolm.com

    10 min
  8. Permission Was Never the Point

    MAR 4

    Permission Was Never the Point

    In the first episode of Women’s History Month, we're challenging the idea that women creatives need permission before they begin. Through reflection and cultural context, this episode explores readiness, visibility, and the power of self-authorization. Plus, discover Women’s History Month literary events and organizations supporting women writers today. Visit Archuleta on socials at @archuletawrites and at www.archuletachisolm.com. 🎧 Listen now — waiting was never the requirement.

    12 min
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The FearlessINK podcast is a place for all writers where we explore the creative process and uncover tips to help you find inspiration and productivity in every day life.

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  • Creator
    Archuleta A. Chisolm
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Archuleta Chisolm 2024
  • Show Website
    FearlessINK