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What gives poetry its rhythm, and how can imagery help a poem connect with its audience? On Abstract Poetry, Safa Bernal explores poetry’s roots in oral storytelling, the purpose of meter, and the power of language meant to be heard and performed. She also introduces three poetry books with science fiction and fantasy themes: Usurper Kings, Warning Light Calling, and The Drake Equation. Join the conversation for a fresh look at poetry’s history, sound, imagery, and imaginative possibilities. Find more episodes at Universal Podcast Network. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Abstract Poetry | Charmaine Chanevickie: Finding Healing, Identity & Inspiration Through Jamaican Poetry What happens when the words we write to heal ourselves become the stories that inspire others? Book 101 Review, presented by Universal Podcast Network and hosted by Daniel Lucas, welcomes Charmaine Chanevickie, a foreign language teacher, tutor, poet, and debut author of Lickil-a-this, Lickil-a-that, a collection of Jamaican poetry. For Charmaine, poetry has never been simply about putting words on a page. It has been a lifelong passion, a creative refuge, and a powerful means of processing emotions, experiences, and personal reflections. Her love for poetry began during her teenage years, when she would write verses inspired by her feelings and experiences, often discarding them afterward. But during the COVID-19 pandemic, something changed. She began collecting her poems digitally, gradually developing a substantial body of work that would help inspire her debut publication. Today, Charmaine has written approximately 400 poems and continues exploring her creative voice through writing. What began as a personal form of emotional expression eventually became a published literary journey. In this compelling conversation, Charmaine shares how writing poetry has helped her navigate sadness, reflect on life, and express feelings that are sometimes difficult to communicate through ordinary conversation. Her fondness for rhyming couplets, her experience teaching languages, and her Jamaican literary identity provide a distinctive perspective on creativity, storytelling, and the relationship between language and emotion. In This Episode, Discover: The Journey of a Jamaican Poet: How Charmaine's lifelong love of poetry developed into her first published collection. Lickil-a-this, Lickil-a-that: The story behind her debut Jamaican poetry book. Poetry as Emotional Expression: Why writing has become an important personal outlet for processing feelings and experiences. Creativity During the Pandemic: How COVID-19 encouraged Charmaine to preserve and organize her poems. The Beauty of Rhyming Couplets: Exploring the poetic structure and rhythm she enjoys using. Language and Literary Identity: How her background as a foreign language teacher connects with her love of words. From Private Writing to Publication: The journey of transforming personal poems into a book. The Power of Creative Persistence: Why Charmaine continues writing and developing new work. Sometimes the most meaningful stories are the ones we never intended to share. Charmaine's journey reminds aspiring writers that creative expression does not always begin with a publishing ambition. Sometimes it begins with a feeling, a difficult moment, or a few carefully chosen words. Whether you're an aspiring poet, an admirer of Jamaican literature, an educator, or someone who finds comfort in creative writing, this episode explores how poetry can become a meaningful part of personal reflection and artistic growth. Because poetry is more than words arranged into verses. It is an opportunity to give emotions a voice. Join Daniel Lucas and Charmaine Chanevickie for an inspiring conversation about poetry, creativity, cultural identity, and the courage to share personal writing with the world. Book 101 Review — Discover the Authors. Explore the Stories. Celebrate the Books. Presented by Universal Podcast Network. One Voice, Everywhere. Website: https://www.universalpodcast.net Subscribe, listen, and share this episode with someone who believes in the p Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How can poetry capture the tension, change, and uncertainty of political life? In this episode of Abstract Poetry, Daniel Lucas welcomes author Andrea LeDew to explore her collection of political poems and prose inspired by events in the United States since 2016. Andrea shares how her studies in English, a year in Germany, legal education, and years living in Florida shaped her perspective and writing. Drawing from work published on her website, For Random Learning Comes, she discusses bringing poems, essays, and a short story together to reflect on a changing political landscape. Join us for a conversation about creative expression, political reflection, and the power of words to document our times. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Abstract Poetry welcomes Aaron Poochigian, poet, translator, and author, for a fascinating conversation centered on his work with The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius and the enduring power of ancient words. In this episode, we journey into the reflections of Marcus Aurelius, the Roman emperor whose private writings became one of the most influential works associated with Stoic philosophy. Written centuries ago, Meditations continues to speak to modern readers about discipline, mortality, adversity, responsibility, self-control, and finding meaning in circumstances we cannot always change. Aaron brings the perspective of a poet and translator to the conversation, exploring not only what Marcus Aurelius was saying, but how language carries those ideas across centuries. What happens when an ancient thought is translated for a modern reader? How can rhythm, word choice, tone, and interpretation preserve the emotional and philosophical force of the original? The discussion explores the intersection of poetry, translation, philosophy, and the human experience, revealing why words written in another world can still feel remarkably personal today. Join Abstract Poetry as Aaron Poochigian helps us listen beyond the lines of Marcus Aurelius and discover what these ancient meditations can still teach us about resilience, character, perspective, and the way we choose to live. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Abstract Poetry, host Daniel Lucas welcomes writer and artist Steven Seidenberg for a conversation about poetry that asks us to listen beyond the lines. Steven’s work moves among philosophical inquiry, storytelling, and poetic language, inviting readers to find meaning in what a poem reveals and what it leaves open. Steven is the author of Coda, Anon, plain sight, Situ, and Null Set. Join Daniel and Steven as they explore the feelings, ideas, and unexpected connections that emerge when language refuses to offer only one answer. Learn more about Steven at https://www.stevenseidenberg.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

n this episode of Abstract Poetry, Daniel Lucas welcomes special guest Peter Gunn, a poet, author, composer, speaker, and the creative mind behind The Angelics and LLP: Link to Lyrical Poetry. Peter reveals how his work blends music, mythology, poetry, and meaningful messages designed to awaken people from what he calls a “sleepwalking state.” The conversation explores Peter’s writing process and his mission to restore the underrepresented feminine voice in classical storytelling. Inspired by the birth of his daughter in 2010, Peter began questioning why legendary works such as Beowulf and The Odyssey rarely place women at the center of the narrative. He discusses reimagining mythology through stronger feminine perspectives and creating stories in which women are not merely supporting characters, symbols, or villains, but powerful figures who lead their own journeys. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

n this episode, we welcome Katerina Stoykova, an accomplished poet, writer, teacher, editor, translator, and publisher whose career spans cultures, languages, and the literary world. Born and raised in Bulgaria, Katerina immigrated to the United States 30 years ago and has spent the past 15 years building a remarkable career as a writer, educator, editor, and independent publisher. She is the founder of Accents Publishing, a Lexington, Kentucky-based independent press with an international reach dedicated to bringing brilliant voices to readers. Katerina takes us behind the scenes of poetry and book publishing, sharing what she has learned from years of working with writers and manuscripts. She explores the journey from starting with a collection of individual poems to developing a cohesive concept, arranging and editing a manuscript as a unified work, finding the right publisher, and ultimately figuring out what comes next once the finished book is in your hands. Drawing from her extensive experience as both an author and publisher, Katerina also discusses the practical realities of putting a poetry book together and navigating the publishing process. Her insights offer aspiring poets and writers a valuable look at how creativity, editing, structure, persistence, and publishing come together to transform a collection of writing into a finished book. Whether you are an aspiring poet, established writer, independent author, editor, or simply curious about how books make their way from manuscript to publication, this conversation offers practical wisdom from someone who has experienced the process from both sides of the publishing desk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this engaging conversation, our guest shares a creative life shaped by poetry, writing, blogging, and several ongoing film projects. At the center of the discussion is an unconventional book titled Title Goes Here, a playful and thought-provoking exploration of foolishness that challenges nearly every expectation of what a book should be. From its intentionally absent cover to its unusual structure, each element turns traditional publishing conventions on their head. The episode also features a reading of “A Prison Named Paradise,” a powerful, longer-form poem that captures the book’s central ideas and reveals how comfort, perception, and contradiction can shape the way we experience freedom. This conversation celebrates creative experimentation, unconventional thinking, and the courage to make art without taking every rule too seriously. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chester J. Delagneau, Jr., was born in Nicaragua to Latino immigrant parents who sought solace in America, during a Nicaraguan civil war between the Sandinistas and the Contras. He grew up in South Orange County, namely Huntington Beach and Mission Viejo before moving to San Clemente. He and his wife and son reside in Temecula. Chester is an author, blogger, apologist, and spoken word poet. Biblical Ethics is Chester's first academic book, which is becoming very popular in the Christian community. His parents' memoir entitled Flight to Freedom: A Story of Refuge, Redemption and Restoration, is his second book, which took him and his parents five years to write. His passion for writing also extends to fiction. As a father and son team, Chester and Nathanael have written an ingenious children's book called Imagining Jesus: Practicing the Presence of God for Children, which facilitates children's faith and imagination to blast off into the spiritual atmosphere of practicing the presence of God. Chester then completed a 556 page book on poetry, prose and short stories, called From the Ashes We Rise, from the metaphor of the phoenix, the prototypical person who is reborn—stronger, wiser, and more powerful—from the ashen depths of suffering. A few years later, Chester wrote a 630 page book titled Imaginative Apologetics, which is quickly becoming a staple on the subject. Not long after that, he published his first speculative fiction novel--Salvador--which is based on the extraordinary adventures of Sofía de La Cruz. Sofía's older brother, Salvador (Jesus in disguise), has been murdered and she is LAPD’s number one suspect. With providential clues left by Salvador, and the sovereign wisdom of a strange sage, named Don Ricardo, Sofía has until midnight to find Salvador’s slayer and stop him from taking over the world and attaining the keys to the kingdom of heaven. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Autumn Williams Autumn Williams Poetry When the chronic illness I have, Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), worsened to the point that I became mostly bedbound, I discovered poetry as a way to transform challenging experiences into universal reflections on time, loss, and hope. My journey from those first poems, to self-publishing a Kirkus-praised, #1 Best Selling poetry collection, "Clouds on the Ground" (released November 7th, 2024), and chapbook "WAVES", demonstrates the power of creative expression to find beauty in life's difficult seasons. I currently live in Texas with my husband and our children. Through my life experiences, I bring authentic conversations about resilience, the artistic process, and finding meaning through creative work. My accessible poetry and personal story resonate with listeners who are facing their own challenges, or are seeking creative outlets during difficult times. My interests include writing and reading poetry, listening to music, and spending time with my family. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Abstract Poetry, now in its second season, welcomes Cyndee Dhalai for an inspiring conversation about her poetry book. In this special guest episode, Cyndee explores the emotions, experiences, and creative inspiration behind her work while revealing how poetry can give voice to our deepest thoughts, struggles, and hopes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nadine Ellis Australian poet, academic & author of The Grey Between Today we have with us Australian poet Nadine Ellis who is the author of the recently released book, The Grey Between. Nadine Ellis is an author, University lecturer and medical academic, whose journey of resilience and personal transformation has spanned the depths of abuse, the raw truths of motherhood, and the quiet battles of everyday life that so many women endure. Nadine’s new book, The Grey Between shares poetry that heals and challenges, tracking her transformative journey and the balance of light and dark that is our human existence Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Abstract Poetry, now in its second season, features “The Shape of a Forgotten Memory”—a poetic journey into the fragile landscapes of remembrance, where moments fade, transform, and unexpectedly return. This evocative episode explores how forgotten faces, distant voices, unfinished emotions, and fragments of the past continue to shape who we become. Through lyrical reflection and vivid imagery, “The Shape of a Forgotten Memory” invites listeners to wander through the mysterious spaces between remembering and forgetting—and discover that some memories never truly disappear. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Abstract Poetry, now in its second season, features “When Silence Becomes a Language,” a profound exploration of how pauses, empty spaces, restrained expressions, and unspoken emotions can communicate more deeply than words. This episode examines silence not as an absence of meaning, but as a powerful language shaped by longing, grief, love, fear, reflection, and emotional distance. It reveals how poets use rhythm, spacing, unfinished thoughts, and moments of stillness to invite readers into experiences that cannot always be explained directly. Through the quiet spaces between words, silence becomes a place where hidden truths emerge, memories remain alive, and the human heart speaks without making a sound. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Abstract Poetry, now in its second season, features “Abstract Poetry Is Not a Straight Road—It’s a Short Line of Night,” a thought-provoking exploration of poetry that refuses to follow a clear or predictable path. This episode examines how abstract poetry uses brief lines, mysterious images, and unexpected language to express emotions that ordinary words cannot fully explain. Like a short line appearing in the darkness, a poem can offer only a glimpse of meaning while leaving space for imagination, reflection, and personal interpretation. It invites listeners to embrace uncertainty and discover how even the smallest phrase can reveal profound truths about memory, emotion, solitude, and the hidden landscapes of the human experience. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.