One Rhyme At A Time

RNCPoetry

Rhyme N Chatt is a nonprofit, interactive poetry group based in Chattanooga, TN. This monthly podcast features a poet and a poem. There is a conversation between the host and the poet about the poem and it's inspiration, wordplay, etc. Then, there is a mental health theme that is inspired by the poetry and a conversation with a mental health professional. Join the conversation by writing a poem in response to the podcast episode and send it to us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com.

  1. May 21

    When Our Children Grieve featuring poet, Mark "Tomodachi" Anderson and death doula, Darnell Lamont Walker

    Today we are discussing when our children grieve. Children need space to process what they feel—even when they cannot fully explain it. As adults, our role is not always to have the perfect response, but to create an environment where children feel safe enough to express themselves. In this episode, we feature the poem "Passion for Woodmore" by poet, Mark "Tomodachi" Anderson followed by a discussion with death doula, Darnell Lamont Walker on the topic of "When Our Children Grieve". Join in the conversation by sending your poetry inspired by this topic to us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com for the opportunity to have your poem read on a future episode. Be sure to Like, Follow and Share as a new episode launches each month on the 3rd Thursday at 7PM eastern. LISTEN TO THIS NEW EPISODE ON CHATTANOOGA'S NPR STATION WUTC 88.1FM and CHECK OUT THE PREMIERE OF THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE, SPOTIFY, AMAZON MUSIC, APPLE PODCASTS and other podcast platforms on Thursday, May 21 at 7PM! One Rhyme At A Time is a recent addition to the Chattanooga podcast lineup. This podcast shines a light on the connection between the creating and sharing of poetry and mental wellness. Each episode features one poet sharing one poem and a discussion about the inspiration and writing of the poem. This is followed by a conversation on a mental health topic inspired by the poem. ****************************************** This podcast is not meant to replace getting care from a mental health professional and is not meant to diagnose or treat any condition or illness. It's purpose is to normalize the importance of having discussions like this, supporting your own mental wellness and using artistic expression through poetry as a tool on your healing journey. ****************************************** Poets and mental health professionals who are interested in being featured in upcoming recordings should contact us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com. Thanks to all supporters for making these conversations possible. **************************************************** Theme Music created by Swayyvo Script writing, graphic design & video/audio editing by Marsha "The Poetic Diva" of GoldNook Productions Venue provided by GoldNook Productions Platforms include: RNCPoetry YouTube channel, Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts and other podcast platforms Financial support from the Lyndhurst Foundation, ArtsBuild, and Rhyme N Chatt Interactive Poetry Organization Technical support by Rhyme N Chatt and GoldNook Productions. ************************LINKS************************** SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/2uCVWiC4RcaELlp8veebS2 YOUTUBE https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBYWHMke5zk-P7KfMv2ldsIbk0lxPndlu&si=MAM8iBmbVhEuBg1k AMAZON MUSIC https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9cc0d949-fc92-4d4b-a61e-bc04906d12db/one-rhyme-at-a-time APPLE PODCASTS https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-rhyme-at-a-time/id1796594712

    58 min
  2. May 3

    When Storms Come with Mark Pollard and Tongeia Farmer

    The storms of life are a part of life. How we face them, navigate them and learn from them determine our quality of life.In this episode, we feature the poem "The Storm" by poet, Mark "Montgomery" Pollard followed by a discussion with spiritual counselor, Tongeia Farmer on the topic of "When Storms Come".Join in the conversation by sending your poetry inspired by this topic to us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com for the opportunity to have your poem read on a future episode. One Rhyme At A Time is a new podcast to the Chattanooga podcast lineup. This podcast shines a light on the connection between the creating and sharing of poetry and mental wellness. Each episode features one poet sharing one poem and a discussion about the inspiration and writing of the poem. This is followed by a conversation on a mental health topic inspired by the poem.******************************************This podcast is not meant to replace getting care from a mental health professional and is not meant to diagnose or treat any condition or illness. It's purpose is to normalize the importance of having discussions like this, supporting your own mental wellness and using artistic expression through poetry as a tool on your healing journey.******************************************Poets and mental health professionals who are interested in being featured in upcoming recordings should contact us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com.Thanks to all supporters for making these conversations possible.Theme Music created by SwayyvoScript writing, graphic design & video/audio editing by Marsha "The Poetic Diva" of GoldNook ProductionsVenue provided by GoldNook ProductionsPlatforms include: RNCPoetry YouTube channel, Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts and other podcast platformsFinancial support from the Lyndhurst Foundation, ArtsBuild, and Rhyme N Chatt Interactive Poetry OrganizationTechnical support by Rhyme N Chatt and GoldNook Productions. Season 3Episode 4 - Premiered 04/16/2026Topic: When Storms Come with Mark Pollard and Tongeia FarmerEpisode 3 - Premiered 03/19/2026Topic: Mental Wellness and the College Student with Jada Mills and Dr. Michelle CaldwellEpisode 2 - Premiered 02/19/2026Topic: Loving After Loss with Kelly "AuthentiK" Hanwright and DeShanee ThomasEpisode 1 - Premiered 01/15/26Topic: Nature & Our Mental Health with N'nako Kande' and Dr. Valerie RaduSeason 2Episode 11 - Premiered 11/20/25Topic - Alcoholism - with M. K. Simon and DeShanee Thomas, MA MFTEpisode 10 - Premiered 10/16/25Topic - ALZHEIMER'S - with Liz CooperEpisode 9 - Premiered 09/18/25Topic - CARING FOR THE CAREGIVER - with Kweens Crown and Tongeia FarmerEpisode 8 - Premiered 08/21/25Topic - DEALING WITH DEPRESSION - with Woodson Carpenter and Felicia CottonEpisode 7 - Premiered 07/17/25Topic - HUMOR & MENTAL HEALTH - with Kate Landers and Jamelia Knox, MS MFTEpisode 6 - Premiered 06/19/25Topic - IDENTITY & PURPOSE - with Laura Brown and Dr. David Banks - featuring listener-submitted poetryEpisode 5 - Premiered 05/15/2025 & Reaired 12/18/2025Topic - NARCISSISM, PSYCHOPATHY & SOCIOPATHY - with Jacquelyn "Jamnjaq" Atkerson and Katharine M. Perry, LCSWEpisode 4 - Premiered 04/24/25; replayed 06/19/25Episode 3 - Premiered 03/27/25Topic - RECONCILING EXPECTATIONS - with Deep Thought the Lyricist and Anthony Wiley, Jr.Episode 2 - Premiered 02/27/25; Replayed 03/06/25Topic - EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE - with Obbie WestEpisode 1 - Premiered 01/23/25Topic - CHILDHOOD TRAUMA - with Cynthia Robinson Young and MyChelle Pinkerton, M.A., LMFTSeason 1Episode 3 - Premiered 10/17/24; Replayed 12/24Topic - GRAPPLING WITH GRIEF - with Mama T and April Taylor, LPC MHSP SEpisode 2 - Premiered 9/18/24; Replayed 11/24Topic - ANXIETY, ANXIOUSNESS & ANGST - with Neelanjan Patri and Jamelia Knox, MS, MFTEpisode 1 - Premiered 8/21/24Topic - DEALING WITH DISAPPOINTMENT - with Desiree "Dezigner" Seay Green and Adrienne McCroskey, LCSW, CCM

    58 min
  3. Mar 19

    One Rhyme At A Time - Mental Wellness and Our College Students featuring Jada Mills and Dr. Michelle Caldwell

    Are you a college student or do you have someone in your life who is? When was the last time that you did a mental health check on them? College brings many changes into the lives of our young people. Many that we are aware of and some that we may not have thought of. In this episode, we feature the poem "Still Going" by poet and college student, Jada Mills followed by a discussion with education professional, Dr. Michelle Caldwell on the topic of "Mental Wellness and Our College Students". Join in the conversation by sending your poetry inspired by this topic to us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com for the opportunity to have your poem read on a future episode. Be sure to Like, Follow and Share as a new episode launches each month on the 3rd Thursday at 7PM eastern. LISTEN TO THIS NEW EPISODE ON CHATTANOOGA'S NPR STATION WUTC 88.1FM and CHECK OUT THE PREMIERE OF THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE, SPOTIFY, AMAZON MUSIC, APPLE PODCASTS and other podcast platforms on Thursday, March 19 at 7PM! (LINKS BELOW) One Rhyme At A Time is a new podcast to the Chattanooga podcast lineup. This podcast shines a light on the connection between the creating and sharing of poetry and mental wellness. Each episode features one poet sharing one poem and a discussion about the inspiration and writing of the poem. This is followed by a conversation on a mental health topic inspired by the poem. ****************************************** This podcast is not meant to replace getting care from a mental health professional and is not meant to diagnose or treat any condition or illness. It's purpose is to normalize the importance of having discussions like this, supporting your own mental wellness and using artistic expression through poetry as a tool on your healing journey. ****************************************** Poets and mental health professionals who are interested in being featured in upcoming recordings should contact us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com. Thanks to all supporters for making these conversations possible. **************************************************** Theme Music created by Swayyvo Script writing, graphic design & video/audio editing by Marsha "The Poetic Diva" of GoldNook Productions Venue provided by GoldNook Productions Platforms include: RNCPoetry YouTube channel, Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts and other podcast platforms Financial support from the Lyndhurst Foundation, ArtsBuild, and Rhyme N Chatt Interactive Poetry Organization Technical support by Rhyme N Chatt and GoldNook Productions. ************************LINKS************************** SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/2uCVWiC4RcaELlp8veebS2 YOUTUBE https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBYWHMke5zk-P7KfMv2ldsIbk0lxPndlu&si=MAM8iBmbVhEuBg1k AMAZON MUSIC https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9cc0d949-fc92-4d4b-a61e-bc04906d12db/one-rhyme-at-a-time APPLE PODCASTS https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-rhyme-at-a-time/id1796594712

    58 min
  4. Feb 20

    Loving After Loss with Kelly "AuthentiK" Hanwright and DeShanee Thomas

    When the love of your life passes away, how do you give yourself permission to love again? How much time is enough time? How much healing is enough healing? In this episode, we feature the poem "Facing It" by poet Kelly "AuthentiK" Hanwright followed by a discussion with mental health professional, DeShanee Thomas on the topic of Loving After Loss. Join in the conversation by sending your poetry inspired by this topic to us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com for the opportunity to have your poem read on a future episode. Be sure to Like, Follow and Share as a new episode launches each month on the 3rd Thursday at 7PM eastern. LISTEN TO THIS NEW EPISODE ON CHATTANOOGA'S NPR STATION WUTC 88.1FM and CHECK OUT THE PREMIERE OF THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE, SPOTIFY, AMAZON MUSIC, APPLE PODCASTS and other podcast platforms on Thursday, February 19 at 7PM! (LINKS BELOW) One Rhyme At A Time is a new podcast to the Chattanooga podcast lineup. This podcast shines a light on the connection between the creating and sharing of poetry and mental wellness. Each episode features one poet sharing one poem and a discussion about the inspiration and writing of the poem. This is followed by a conversation on a mental health topic inspired by the poem. ****************************************** This podcast is not meant to replace getting care from a mental health professional and is not meant to diagnose or treat any condition or illness. It's purpose is to normalize the importance of having discussions like this, supporting your own mental wellness and using artistic expression through poetry as a tool on your healing journey. ****************************************** Poets and mental health professionals who are interested in being featured in upcoming recordings should contact us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com. Thanks to all supporters for making these conversations possible. **************************************************** Theme Music created by Swayyvo Script writing, graphic design & video/audio editing by Marsha "The Poetic Diva" of GoldNook Productions Venue provided by GoldNook Productions Platforms include: RNCPoetry YouTube channel, Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts and other podcast platforms Financial support from the Lyndhurst Foundation, ArtsBuild, and Rhyme N Chatt Interactive Poetry Organization Technical support by Rhyme N Chatt and GoldNook Productions. ************************LINKS************************** SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/2uCVWiC4RcaELlp8veebS2 YOUTUBE https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBYWHMke5zk-P7KfMv2ldsIbk0lxPndlu&si=MAM8iBmbVhEuBg1k AMAZON MUSIC https://music.amazon.com/es-co/podcasts/b573beb8-8368-4e26-9f76-65e3dc15ac24/one-rhyme-at-a-time---unpacking-the-meaning-and-the-muse-poetry-meets-mental-wellness-podcast https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9cc0d949-fc92-4d4b-a61e-bc04906d12db/one-rhyme-at-a-time APPLE PODCASTS https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-rhyme-at-a-time/id1796594712 **USE THE LINKS ABOVE TO ACCESS PREVIOUS EPISODES**

    59 min
  5. Jan 16

    Nature and Mental Wellness featuring Nnako Kande and Dr. Valerie Radu

    How does nature impact our mental health? How can nature heal us and how does trauma come from the earth? In this episode, we feature the poem "The Forester's Daughter" by poet N'nako Kande' followed by a discussion with mental health professional, Dr. Valerie Radu on the topic of Nature & Mental Wellness. Join in the conversation by sending your poetry inspired by this topic to us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com for the opportunity to have your poem read on a future episode. Be sure to Like, Follow and Share as a new episode launches each month on the 3rd Thursday at 7PM eastern. One Rhyme At A Time is a new podcast to the Chattanooga podcast lineup. This podcast shines a light on the connection between the creating and sharing of poetry and mental wellness. Each episode features one poet sharing one poem and a discussion about the inspiration and writing of the poem. This is followed by a conversation on a mental health topic inspired by the poem. ****************************************** This podcast is not meant to replace getting care from a mental health professional and is not meant to diagnose or treat any condition or illness. It's purpose is to normalize the importance of having discussions like this, supporting your own mental wellness and using artistic expression through poetry as a tool on your healing journey. ****************************************** Poets and mental health professionals who are interested in being featured in upcoming recordings should contact us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com. Thanks to all supporters for making these conversations possible. **************************************************** Theme Music created by Swayyvo Script writing, graphic design & video/audio editing by Marsha "The Poetic Diva" of GoldNook Productions Venue provided by GoldNook Productions Platforms include: RNCPoetry YouTube channel, Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts and other podcast platforms Financial support from the Lyndhurst Foundation, ArtsBuild, and Rhyme N Chatt Interactive Poetry Organization Technical support by Rhyme N Chatt and GoldNook Productions. **EPISODES** Season 3 Episode 1 - Premiered 01/15/26 Topic: Nature & Our Mental Health with N'nako Kande' and Dr. Valerie Radu Season 2 Episode 11 - Premiered 11/20/25 Topic - Alcoholism - with M. K. Simon and DeShanee Thomas, MA MFT Episode 10 - Premiered 10/16/25 Topic - ALZHEIMER'S - with Liz Cooper Episode 9 - Premiered 09/18/25 Topic - CARING FOR THE CAREGIVER - with Kweens Crown and Tongeia Farmer Episode 8 - Premiered 08/21/25 Topic - DEALING WITH DEPRESSION - with Woodson Carpenter and Felicia Cotton Episode 7 - Premiered 07/17/25 Topic - HUMOR & MENTAL HEALTH - with Kate Landers and Jamelia Knox, MS MFT Episode 6 - Premiered 06/19/25 Topic - IDENTITY & PURPOSE - with Laura Brown and Dr. David Banks - featuring listener-submitted poetry Episode 5 - Premiered 05/15/2025 & Reaired 12/18/2025 Topic - NARCISSISM, PSYCHOPATHY & SOCIOPATHY - with Jacquelyn "Jamnjaq" Atkerson and Katharine M. Perry, LCSW Episode 4 - Premiered 04/24/25 Topic - IDENTITY & PURPOSE - with Laura Brown and Dr. David Banks Episode 3 - Premiered 03/27/25 Topic - RECONCILING EXPECTATIONS - with Deep Thought the Lyricist and Anthony Wiley, Jr. Episode 2 - Premiered 02/27/25; Replayed 03/06/25 Topic - EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE - with Obbie West Episode 1 - Premiered 01/23/25 Topic - CHILDHOOD TRAUMA - with Cynthia Robinson Young and MyChelle Pinkerton, M.A., LMFT Season 1 Episode 3 - Premiered 10/17/24; Replayed 12/24 Topic - GRAPPLING WITH GRIEF - with Mama T and April Taylor, LPC MHSP S Episode 2 - Premiered 9/18/24; Replayed 11/24 Topic - ANXIETY, ANXIOUSNESS & ANGST - with Neelanjan Patri and Jamelia Knox, MS, MFT Episode 1 - Premiered 8/21/24 Topic - DEALING WITH DISAPPOINTMENT - with Desiree "Dezigner" Seay Green and Adrienne McCroskey, LCSW, CCM

    58 min
  6. 11/21/2025

    One Rhyme At A Time - Alcoholism: The Impact and Effects

    It has been said that "Alcohol is a very effective dissolving agent. It dissolves families, marriages, friendships, jobs, bank accounts and neurons, but never problems." In this episode, we feature the poem "Taken Back" by poet M. K. Simon followed by a discussion with mental health professional, DeShanee Thomas MA MFT on the topic of Alcoholism: The Impacts and the Effects. Join in the conversation by sending your poetry inspired by this topic to us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com for the opportunity to have your poem read on a future episode. Be sure to Like, Follow and Share as a new episode launches each month on the 3rd Thursday at 7PM eastern. One Rhyme At A Time is a new podcast to the Chattanooga podcast lineup. This podcast shines a light on the connection between the creating and sharing of poetry and mental wellness. Each episode features one poet sharing one poem and a discussion about the inspiration and writing of the poem. This is followed by a conversation on a mental health topic inspired by the poem. ****************************************** This podcast is not meant to replace getting care from a mental health professional and is not meant to diagnose or treat any condition or illness. It's purpose is to normalize the importance of having discussions like this, supporting your own mental wellness and using artistic expression through poetry as a tool on your healing journey. ****************************************** Poets and mental health professionals who are interested in being featured in upcoming recordings should contact us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com. Thanks to all supporters for making these conversations possible. **************************************************** Theme Music created by Swayyvo Script writing, graphic design & video/audio editing by Marsha "The Poetic Diva" of GoldNook Productions Venue provided by GoldNook Productions Platforms include: RNCPoetry YouTube channel, Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts and other podcast platforms Financial support from the Lyndhurst Foundation, ArtsBuild, and Rhyme N Chatt Interactive Poetry Organization Technical support by Rhyme N Chatt and GoldNook Productions. ********************** Season 2: Episode 11 - Launch date 11/20/25 Topic - Alcoholism - with M. K. Simon and DeShanee Thomas, MA MFT Season 2: Episode 10 - Launch date 10/16/25 Topic - ALZHEIMER'S - with Liz Cooper Season 2: Episode 9 - Launch date 09/18/25 Topic - CARING FOR THE CAREGIVER - with Kweens Crown and Tongeia Farmer Season 2:Episode 8 - Launch date 08/21/25 Topic - DEALING WITH DEPRESSION - with Woodson Carpenter and Felicia Cotton Season 2:Episode 7 - Launch date 07/17/25 Topic - HUMOR & MENTAL HEALTH - with Kate Landers and Jamelia Knox, MS MFT Season 2:Episode 6 - Launch date 06/19/25 Topic - IDENTITY & PURPOSE - with Laura Brown and Dr. David Banks - featuring listener-submitted poetry Season 2: Episode 5 - Launch Date 05/15/2025 Topic - NARCISSISM, PSYCHOPATHY & SOCIOPATHY - with Jacquelyn "Jamnjaq" Atkerson and Katharine M. Perry, LCSW Season 2: Episode 4 - Launch date 04/24/25 Topic - IDENTITY & PURPOSE - with Laura Brown and Dr. David Banks Season 2: Episode 3 - Launch date 03/27/25 Topic - RECONCILING EXPECTATIONS - with Deep Thought the Lyricist and Anthony Wiley, Jr. Season 2: Episode 2 - Launch date 02/27/25; Replayed 03/06/25 Topic - EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE - with Obbie West Season 2: Episode 1 - Launch date 01/23/25 Topic - CHILDHOOD TRAUMA - with Cynthia Robinson Young and MyChelle Pinkerton, M.A., LMFT Season 1: Episode 3 - Launch date 10/17/24; Replayed 12/24 Topic - GRAPPLING WITH GRIEF - with Mama T and April Taylor, LPC MHSP S Season 1: Episode 2 - Launch date 9/18/24; Replayed 11/24 Topic - ANXIETY, ANXIOUSNESS & ANGST - with Neelanjan Patri and Jamelia Knox, MS, MFT Season 1: Episode 1 - Launch date - 8/21/24 Topic - DEALING WITH DISAPPOINTMENT - with Desiree "Dezigner" Seay Green and Adrienne McCroskey, LCSW, CCM

    58 min
  7. 10/16/2025

    One Rhyme At A Time - ALZHEIMER'S - featuring Liz Cooper

    Many lives have been impacted by Alzheimer's. Maybe it's through friends. Maybe it's through family connections. And maybe, just maybe, it is you, who has witnessed the decline of a loved one through your own eyes and your own experiences. In this episode, we feature the poem "Nothing But Love" by author, poet and caregiver, Liz Cooper as we discuss her poetry, her book and her Alzheimer's journey. Join in the conversation by sending your poetry inspired by this topic to us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com for the opportunity to have your poem read on a future episode. Be sure to Like, Follow and Share as a new episode launches each month on the 3rd Thursday at 7PM eastern. One Rhyme At A Time is a new podcast to the Chattanooga podcast lineup. This podcast shines a light on the connection between the creating and sharing of poetry and mental wellness. Each episode features one poet sharing one poem and a discussion about the inspiration and writing of the poem. This is followed by a conversation on a mental health topic inspired by the poem. ****************************************** This podcast is not meant to replace getting care from a mental health professional and is not meant to diagnose or treat any condition or illness. It's purpose is to normalize the importance of having discussions like this, supporting your own mental wellness and using artistic expression through poetry as a tool on your healing journey. ****************************************** Poets and mental health professionals who are interested in being featured in upcoming recordings should contact us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com. Thanks to all supporters for making these conversations possible. **************************************************** Theme Music created by Swayyvo Script writing, graphic design & video/audio editing by Marsha "The Poetic Diva" of GoldNook Productions Venue provided by GoldNook Productions Platforms include: RNCPoetry YouTube channel, Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts and other podcast platforms Financial support from the Lyndhurst Foundation, ArtsBuild, and Rhyme N Chatt Interactive Poetry Organization Technical support by Rhyme N Chatt and GoldNook Productions. **EXISTING EPISODES** Season 2: Episode 10 - Launch date 10/16/25 TOPIC: ALZHEIMER'S - with Liz Cooper Season 2: Episode 9 - Launch date 09/18/25 TOPIC: CARING FOR THE CAREGIVER - with Kweens Crown and Tongeia Farmer Season 2:Episode 8 - Launch date 08/21/25 TOPIC: DEALING WITH DEPRESSION - with Woodson Carpenter and Felicia Cotton Season 2:Episode 7 - Launch date 07/17/25 TOPIC: HUMOR & MENTAL HEALTH - with Kate Landers and Jamelia Knox, MS MFT Season 2:Episode 6 - Launch date 06/19/25TOPIC: IDENTITY & PURPOSE - with Laura Brown and Dr. David Banks - featuring listener-submitted poetry Season 2: Episode 5 - Launch Date 05/15/2025 TOPIC: NARCISSISM, PSYCHOPATHY & SOCIOPATHY - with Jacquelyn "Jamnjaq" Atkerson and Katharine M. Perry, LCSW Season 2: Episode 4 - Launch date 04/24/25 TOPIC: IDENTITY & PURPOSE - with Laura Brown and Dr. David Banks Season 2: Episode 3 - Launch date 03/27/25TOPIC: RECONCILING EXPECTATIONS - with Deep Thought the Lyricist and Anthony Wiley, Jr. Season 2: Episode 2 - Launch date 02/27/25; Replayed 03/06/25 TOPIC: EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE - with Obbie West Season 2: Episode 1 - Launch date 01/23/25 TOPIC: CHILDHOOD TRAUMA - with Cynthia Robinson Young and MyChelle Pinkerton, M.A., LMFT Season 1: Episode 3 - Launch date 10/17/24; Replayed 12/24TOPIC: GRAPPLING WITH GRIEF - with Mama T and April Taylor, LPC MHSP S Season 1: Episode 2 - Launch date 9/18/24; Replayed 11/24TOPIC: ANXIETY, ANXIOUSNESS & ANGST - with Neelanjan Patri and Jamelia Knox, MS, MFT Season 1: Episode 1 - Launch date - 8/21/24TOPIC: DEALING WITH DISAPPOINTMENT - with Desiree "Dezigner" Seay Green and Adrienne McCroskey, LCSW, CCM

    58 min
  8. 09/18/2025

    One Rhyme At A Time - CARING FOR THE CAREGIVER - featuring Kweens Crown and Tongeia Farmer

    How has caregiving impacted your life? Did you give care? Did you receive care? Did you witness a caregiver in action? In this episode, we feature the poem "Audacity" by Kweens Crown and an inspired discussion with mental health professional, Tongeia Farmer on the topic of "Caring for the Caregiver." Join in the conversation by sending your poetry on this topic to us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com for the opportunity to have your poem read on a future episode. Be sure to Like and Follow as a new episode launches each month. LISTEN ON CHATTANOOGA'S NPR STATION WUTC 88.1FM and other podcast platforms on Thursday, September 18 at 7PM! (LINKS BELOW) One Rhyme At A Time is a new podcast to the Chattanooga podcast lineup. This podcast shines a light on the connection between the creating and sharing of poetry and mental wellness. Each episode features one poet sharing one poem and a discussion about the inspiration and writing of the poem. This is followed by a conversation on a mental health topic inspired by the poem. ****************************************** This podcast is not meant to replace getting care from a mental health professional and is not meant to diagnose or treat any condition or illness. It's purpose is to normalize the importance of having discussions like this, supporting your own mental wellness and using artistic expression through poetry as a tool on your healing journey. ****************************************** Join in the conversation by sending your own poetry inspired by these discussions to RNCPoetry@gmail.com for the opportunity to have your poem read on a future episode. Poets and mental health professionals who are interested in being featured in upcoming recordings should contact us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com. Episodes post to the RNCPoetry YouTube channel, Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts and other platforms. Thanks to all supporters for making these conversations possible. **************************************************** Theme Music created by Swayyvo Script writing, graphic design & video/audio editing by Marsha "The Poetic Diva" of GoldNook Productions Venue provided by GoldNook Productions Platforms include: RNCPoetry YouTube channel, Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts and other podcast platforms Financial support from the Lyndhurst Foundation, ArtsBuild, and Rhyme N Chatt Interactive Poetry Organization Technical support by Rhyme N Chatt & GoldNook Productions. ************************LINKS************************** SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/2uCVWiC4RcaELlp8veebS2 YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBYWHMke5zk-P7KfMv2ldsIbk0lxPndlu AMAZON MUSIC https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9cc0d949-fc92-4d4b-a61e-bc04906d12db/one-rhyme-at-a-time?fbclid=IwY2xjawM0QMpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFnTktScDM4c202RlhMbDRXAR5f2ANMxFYYQfmYj8XWRnkE5d2YbJarpc4zvNYVWmTImw16IznZarGhTGp1mQ_aem_3MhuD55J4RURwUOyAmQ9cg APPLE PODCASTS https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-rhyme-at-a-time/id1796594712 **USE THE LINKS ABOVE TO ACCESS THESE EPISODES** S2:E9-CARING FOR THE CAREGIVER - w Kweens Crown & Tongeia Farmer S2:E8-DEALING WITH DEPRESSION - w Woodson Carpenter & Felicia Cotton S2:E7-HUMOR & MENTAL HEALTH - w Kate Landers & Jamelia Knox, MS MFT S2:E6-IDENTITY & PURPOSE - w Laura Brown & Dr. David Banks - featuring listener-submitted poetry S2:E5-NARCISSISM, PSYCHOPATHY & SOCIOPATHY - w Jacquelyn "Jamnjaq" Atkerson & Katharine M. Perry, LCSW S2:E4-IDENTITY & PURPOSE - w Laura Brown & Dr. David Banks S2:E3-RECONCILING EXPECTATIONS - w Deep Thought the Lyricist & Anthony Wiley, Jr. S2:E2-EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE - w Obbie West S2:E1 -CHILDHOOD TRAUMA - w Cynthia Robinson Young & MyChelle Pinkerton, M.A., LMFT S1:E3-GRAPPLING WITH GRIEF - w Mama T & April Taylor, LPC MHSP S S1:E2-ANXIETY, ANXIOUSNESS & ANGST - w Neelanjan Patri & Jamelia Knox, MS, MFT S1:E1-DEALING WITH DISAPPOINTMENT - w Desiree "Dezigner" Seay Green & Adrienne McCroskey, LCSW, CCM

    58 min

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Rhyme N Chatt is a nonprofit, interactive poetry group based in Chattanooga, TN. This monthly podcast features a poet and a poem. There is a conversation between the host and the poet about the poem and it's inspiration, wordplay, etc. Then, there is a mental health theme that is inspired by the poetry and a conversation with a mental health professional. Join the conversation by writing a poem in response to the podcast episode and send it to us at RNCPoetry@gmail.com.