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Beverley Dixon
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Beverley Dixon’s poetry is very much inspired by her family, heritage and her life experiences. Poems written and read by Beverley Dixon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. 02/25/2024

    1992

    The diaspora are very proud of influential people like Bob Marley. He will always be remembered for his genius and here in the UK he has a commemorative plaque on display in Battersea’s Oakley Road. Written and read by the author Beverley Dixon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. 11/10/2023

    City Life

    It's so important to share stories of our legacy. Come with me on a trip down memory lane. Written and read by the author Beverley Dixon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. 10/12/2023

    What's in a Name?

    As a retired headteacher, I’ve had many years of taking registers in class. Each year would bring a new cohort of children with interesting names. Caribbean names share a legacy. Listen and capture a little of that history. Written and read by the author Beverley Dixon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. 08/01/2023

    Old Time Sayings

    As we look back at the many celebrations marking the 75th Anniversary of the arrival of the Empire Windrush, just imagine what it felt like for some on that very first day. Written and read by the author Beverley Dixon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. 05/30/2023

    The Last Post

    This poem pays respect and acknowledges the remarkable achievements of Flight Sergeant Peter Brown, a war veteran from Jamaica. Written and read by the author Beverley Dixon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. 05/14/2023

    Back in the Day

    'Back in the Day' captures memories of family life in London in the late 50’s and early 60’s. Written and read by the author Beverley Dixon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. 03/02/2023

    Absent but Present

    This poem is dedicated to my dad, who through his story telling allows us a glimpse into the past. Written and read by the author Beverley Dixon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. 01/19/2023

    Treasured Possession

    This poem looks at a treasured possession and the importance it had in the owner’s life. Written and read by the author Beverley Dixon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  9. 12/06/2022

    Front Room Special

    This poem brings back fond memories of customs and traditions centred around a particular room in a family home. Written and read by the author Beverley Dixon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  10. 11/19/2022

    Dr George Rice

    This historical poem was written in celebration of the life and work of Dr George Rice. Written and read by the author Beverley Dixon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  11. 10/10/2022

    Transatlantic Seamstress

    Black History Month is a time of annual celebration. This suite of poems charts life experiences and contributions made by people of Caribbean and African descent. Written and read by the author Beverley Dixon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  12. 09/18/2022

    Design

    The poem Design was written as a recollection of a real life event of taking a party of children on a school trip to Westminster Abbey on Commonwealth Day in the presence of Queen Elizabeth II. Written and read by the author Beverley Dixon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • 12 Episodes

About

Beverley Dixon’s poetry is very much inspired by her family, heritage and her life experiences. Poems written and read by Beverley Dixon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Information

  • Creator
    Beverley Dixon
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Dixon Brothers Media
  • Show Website
    Tapestry