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Living with two selves. One the world sees, one you know is real. In this episode, we discuss W.E.B. DuBois’ double consciousness from “Strivings of the Negro People”, explore the tension of being misseen, and reflect on reclaiming your whole self—soft, strong, and unapologetically human. Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.comTrack: Harmony in the Soul by Rage Soundhttps://tunetank.com/track/5285-harmony-in-the-soul/

In this episode of Buttercup on Melancholy Hill, we peel back the layers of Judas Iscariot—not just as a betrayer, but as a broken man who couldn’t believe he was still loved. We explore the tension between prophecy and free will, guilt and grace, and ask the question no one wants to touch:Could Judas have been forgiven?And if he had waited just three more days—Would he have seen the love that was still reaching for him, even in the dark? Through Scripture, soul-searching reflection, and a tender spoken-word poem, this episode invites you to reconsider the stories we write off as tragic… and the parts of ourselves we think are too far gone to be redeemed. This isn’t just about Judas.It’s about us—the ones who’ve messed up, run away, and still long to be called friend.

In this episode of Buttercup on Melancholy Hill, we delve into the multifaceted meanings of consumption—bodily, spiritual, and psychological—through Vincent Woodard’s The Delectable Negro and the writings of Olaudah Equiano. What does it mean to be consumed by a faith that was forced upon you? How can the same religion that justified slavery become a source of personal salvation? Through poetry, reflection, and a quiet unraveling, we ask: when we consume the divine, what part of us is eaten too?

Death is an art few can transform life is a play all must play their role. In today’s episode, think of Death as a peaceful presence. Something we cannot understand but something that we cannot avoid. Why do we want to understand such an entity?

The bane of my literary existence! Oroonoko: The Royal Slave is a story about an African Prince who is tricked into slavery and taken to the Americas. His European features earned him a rank above the rest as a slave only in name. However, is the book a praise of African bravery, a mockery of the trans-Atlantic slave trade, or a mirror of the author’s true feelings ? This episode was done with my best friend, Molly, as my co-host. Thank you!

What does a tale of stellar advertisement by strange creatures in the night have to do with the purity of women? Quite a lot! Find out in this episode of our literary dove when we explore the entertaining and seductive narrative poem titled “Goblin Market” by Christina Rossetti.

This is my first Spotify GreenRoom chat, and I was very nervous but thankfully someone (LaQuita Middleton) was kind enough to pop in and have a conversation with me and share her own experience! Check her out on the Spotify GreenRoom app, and also her book: NappyMinded Ideology

*SPOILER* (just in case) this is my thoughts about Mrs. Obama’s memoir. I loved the book, I took notes, and I think we can all learn something very valuable about what it means to ‘become’ and to continue on the journey or becoming because it is never over. Imperfect and constant, we invent ourselves and learn.

I realized I was making episodes with the topic in it but never stopped to make one on what exactly it is. So here is the subject of what I love to do and talk about. You can find more information on: https://www.masterclass.com/classes/billy-collins-teaches-reading-and-writing-poetry

I’m touching (barely) on societal issues, and adding some literary works that correspond with the topic. Love is love in this episode....unless you’re into minors or take advantage of vulnerable people. Get Help for that one

BLM. That’s it. *apologies for background noises and technical difficulties *

Faith is in all of us, but this episode I focus on the religious aspect. Give it a listen—believer or not

Happy Mother's Day To the ones who matter most whose sacrifices are silent and ignored but who hold the loudest voices in their hearts A mother's love forever unconditional Unappreciated Unwavering 

Ft. Emily Dickinson This was brief, but I just wanted to test the waters. There will be more on this popular topic for sure. *cover art not mine