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Poet Up

We talk with creatives and drop gems for the creative in you. We get ridiculous. We drink. We Poet Up.

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01:40:34

Bruce Hornsby, Bittermilk and Donuts on Patreon...

Poet Up ·

2021/06/18

In this episode, we speak with the creators of Charlotte is Creative Matt Olin and Time Miner. Jay Ward took his rap career as far as he wanted (2:50) there's a bittermilk commercial (4:25) We discuss Matt and Tim's origin story (10:20) the stumbling blocks they had (20:48) what it means to be a creative (35:45) why Matt and Tim should start a Patreon (47:25) We discuss what a person should wear for invoicing day (58:25) why Matt wants to pay Bruce Hornsby (65:25) Is Mall Chi a Star Wars hater

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01:12:59

Mainstream Literary Art and Calculus Erotica with...

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2021/06/04

In this episode we talk with CEO, SPEAKER, POET, EVENT PLANNER Sherrie (Candy) Zantea. We blame Marco Rubio for Texas' troubles (4:05) what inspired Candy to want to serve others (15:16) how many poets Candy has made cry (26:35) how to create team cohesion (27:30) Poetchella (30:35) Bluz is ready for a sexual adventure at Poetchella? (32:25) why Candy had no time to wait for Rudy Francisco (41:46) and of course we freestyle. Candy Info: Sherrie (Candy) Zantea has been writing and performing poetry

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01:39:26

The Flourish featuring Jahman Ariel Hill (Season 2,...

Poet Up ·

2021/05/21

In this episode we talk with poet, playwright, professor and performer Jahman Ariel Hill. We talk about the University of Alabama being black (14:12) being in boxes and how that can be an opportunity (36:05) what it's like being inside the box (45:25) and outside the box (46:15) and The Flourish Alabama non-profit (71:35) and of course we freestyle. Jahman Info: Jahman Hill is an award winning poet, playwright, and professor. In 2018, Jahman claimed the title of 3rd best slam poet in the world,

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01:29:34

We Not In This B***h To Be In This B***h with Breeze...

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2021/05/07

In this episode we talk with playwright, author, poet, battle rapper and National Poetry Slam Champion both team (2018) and individual (2019) Breeze. We talk about Breeze's passion for poetry, Jay Ward tells us how he knows Breeze is from the hood (8:55) Breeze finds his tribe (21:35), we not in this b***h to be in this b***h (33:55) who's riding with you (41:25) you never seen a zen mode Breeze (63:45) and tender Breeze (64:35) and of course we freestyle. Breeze Info: Breeze "ILifeThis" The Poet

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01:20:26

Kombucha, Excuse Me Jesus and What Winning Means with...

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2021/03/19

In this episode we talk with Baltimore based poet, 2016 Brave New Voices winner and number 4 poet in the world Mecca "Meccamorphosis" Verdell.We discuss her poetry origin story (5:15), retooling as an artist (13:45) whether it's harder to write a comedy punchline or poetry punchline (21:00) If it's easier to win a BNV slam or adult slam (23:00) what winning means in the Baltimore poetry scene (27:10) Mecca gets passionate (35:25) Bluz and Jay Ward make proclamations again (53:50) Mecca has some tea

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01:32:45

Bouncing Back, Creating Spaces and the Infinity...

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2021/03/05

In this episode we speak with community activist, creative, doer and entrepreneur Davita Galloway. We discuss the libations (3:30) Davita's fashion origins (6:40) Dupp & Swat beginnings (8:00) Freshmen year of college (37:00) Mall Chi asks a borderline racist question (56:10) the infinity bottle shows up at about the 27:00 mark and takes Jay Ward and Mall Chi's ability to coherently speak and Bluz basically keeps us on course. This is a fun one and of course, we also freestyle. Davita Galloway

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01:17:06

Morgan Freeman, Poet Laureate Predictions and the...

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2021/02/19

In this episode we chat with Roscoe Burnems, Poet Laureate of Richmond, VA (we called it before it happened) We discuss how he came to write, we get chastised by Morgan Freeman, we discuss his poetry and comedy special Traumedy, illiteracy, we rep our states, Jay Ward flexes on Mall Chi and of course, we freestyle. Roscoe Info: Richmond Virginia native, Douglas Powell/Roscoe Burnems is a poet, published author, spoken-word artist, comedian, educator, father, and husband who has dedicated his craft

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01:09:07

A Karen By Any Other Name (Season 2, Episode 3) with...

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2021/02/05

In this episode we interview Kyla Jenee Lacey, accomplished third person bio composer, daughter of two lucky parents and owned by two black cats, Kit and Kaboodle. We talk about Karen's, love poems to menchildren, Kyla's impressive poetry resume and of course we freestyle. Kyla Info: Her spoken word has garnered millions of views, and has been showcased on Afropunk, George Takei, Write About Now, All Def Digital, and Occupy Democrats, andGolden Mic TV. She has performed spoken word at over 200

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01:04:21

Everybody Tryna Rap, an Interview at Grindhaus...

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2021/01/22

In this episode we chat with Jason Jet about his artistic journey, him being a Jack of all trades (literally 31:30) and his new studio. Jay Ward forgets the point he's making (21:30), Bluz gets his Ted Koppel on(the whole podcast lol) and Mall Chi (mostly) tries his best Jay Ward question impression (33:00) and doesn't know the difference between Iceland and Ireland (25:35) (63:30). This interview was done at Jason Jet's Grindhaus studios prior to it's opening. Come on and Poet Up with us. Follow

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01:16:09

Assumed Cousinship, The Legend of Sweet JayCee...

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2021/01/08

We are back with season 2 of The Poet Up Podcast. Thank you for listening. In this episode we talk with Jaycee Cowan poet, barber, entrepreneur and all around bad ass. Not to mention one of the pillars of the Charlotte poetry scene. Jay Ward channels his inner M.O.P. Mall Chi defends using cutlery on people and Bluz, well Bluz insults the Bey Hive... again. We also talk with Jay See about his time in the military, what brought him to performance poetry and of course TouchOne. Follow JayCee on IG:

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01:01:58

Are They Segways or Segues with Ed Mabrey Part 2...

Poet Up ·

2020/09/11

In part of of our conversation with Ed Mabrey, we delve deeper into his spoken word roots discussing his first slam experiences, him always coming in 3rd place (4:00) how they Christopher Columbus(ed) slam in Columbus, OH (6:05) we debate if we made Segways or segues (16:10) we discuss relevancy (18:10) and doing the work (22:00). We get off the rails per usual and we have a freestyle session at the end. (58:00) Ed Mabrey Info: Ed Mabrey is the only 4 time Individual World Poetry Slam Champion and

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00:45:37

Are They Segways or Segues, with Ed Mabrey Part 1...

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2020/09/04

In part one of this two part interview with 4 Time Individual World Poetry Slam Champion Ed Mabrey we discussdifferences between comedy and spoken word (5:30) his transition from poetry to comedy (10:02) Bluz being a gangster of mythical origins (11:11) why multiple streams of income are important for any artist/creative (17:20). Bluz also shades the Bey Hive (27:13) Jay Ward shades Mall Chi (29:50) and will Ed be a speech writer for a presidential candidate? (38:35). Ed Mabrey Info: Ed Mabrey is

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01:15:54

Call Her Holy (Season 1, Episode 12)

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2020/08/28

In this episode we speak with Sha'Condria "iCon" Sibley, We discuss her beginnings in spoken word poetry (4:00) name origins (6:06) Southern Fried memories (10:15) wack art (16:10) going viral (36:45) and of course we freestyle terribly at the end. iCon Info: A lover of the stage, iCon has also been featured in several stage productions such as the musical, ‘Badu-izms’, a production of Eve Ensler’s ‘A Memory, a Monologue, a Rant, and a Prayer’, ‘Housewarming’, and ‘Waiting to Be Invited’. She made

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01:32:51

Mentorship, Poetry and WAP with Cocoa Flo (Season 1,...

Poet Up ·

2020/08/21

In this episode we talk with Cocoa Flo about her non-profit (4:10) dads stealing toothpaste (10:10) the legend of Fizz (11:45) the importance of mentoring (13:58) W.A.P. (26:48) doing poems in church (32:24) Mall Chi hating to lose (47:35) and of course, we freestyle terribly(85:55) Cocoa Info: Jasmine “Cocoa Flo” Swanagan is an intelligent, unapologetic, and enlightened poetic voice, hailing from the small city of Owensboro, KY. Her small town roots mingled with her experience as a corporate

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01:16:17

Writing Grief and Being Poet Laureate with Eyeambic...

Poet Up ·

2020/08/07

In this episode we chat with Rock Hill poet laureate Angelo Geter. We talk about writing through grief (6:00) Angelo's imaginary Lawyer TV show (23:50) how Angelo became poet laureate (25:10) Angelo's R&B aspirations (53:00) and if Brandon Leake (America's Got Talent) has opened doors for spoken word poets (1:03:04) and of course we freestyle terribly. Come on and Poet Up with us. Angelo Geter Info: Angelo ‘Eyeambic’ Geter is a dynamic poet, spoken word artist and motivational speaker who

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01:30:03

Poet's Off Topic (Season 1, Episode 9)

Poet Up ·

2020/07/24

In this episode we talk entanglements, Kanye and new projects. Jay Ward talks his talk while Bluz and Mall Chi drink Blue Moon. And as always we freestyle. Freestyle Beat: "Skyline" by Twint4k PoetUp Crew: Twitter: @PoetUpPodcast @mallchi @MrBluz@jayward2030 IG: @PoetUpPodcast @mallchi @bluzbluzbluz @jward2030 Facebook: @PoetUpPodcast Email us at thepoetuppodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poetup/message

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00:11:26

Poet Up Behind The Scenes with Jordan Bailey

Poet Up ·

2020/07/06

Ever wonder what doesn't make our interviews? Here is some extra content from our interview with Jordan Bailey. Jordan Bailey Info: Follow Jordan on IG @Jordan_with_da_poems Facebook: Jordan Bailey PoetUp Crew: Twitter: @PoetUpPodcast @mallchi @MrBluz@jayward2030 IG: @PoetUpPodcast @mallchi @bluzbluzbluz @jward2030 Facebook: @PoetUpPodcast Email us at thepoetuppodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poetup/message

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01:10:35

Being A Student of The Game w/ Jordan Bailey (Season...

Poet Up ·

2020/07/03

In this episode we talk with Jordan Bailey about being a student of poetry. What it's like to have Terry Creech kill your poetic dreams (lol) battle rap and wrestling. And as always we freestyle terribly. Jordan Bailey Info: Follow Jordan on IG @Jordan_with_da_poems Facebook: Jordan Bailey Freestyle Beat: "Catfish Voodoo" by Timmy Probably Follow him on IG @timmyprobably PoetUp Crew: Twitter: @PoetUpPodcast @mallchi @MrBluz@jayward2030 IG: @PoetUpPodcast @mallchi @bluzbluzbluz

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01:07:16

Creating Art You're Willing to Die For with Dammit...

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2020/06/26

In this episode we talk with Charlotte artist and owner of BLK MRKT CLT DAMMIT Wesley. We discuss the Black Lives Matter mural in uptown Charlotte and it's significance. We discuss how creatives can deal with educators who don't understand their work. We get blackity black in this episode. DAMMIT Wesley Info: DAMMIT WESLEY is a dynamic multi-disciplinary artist who uses his work and platform to provide context and commentary on the black experience through the lens of pop culture. He has played a

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01:41:14

Level Up with Dasan Ahanu (Season 1, Episode 6)

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2020/06/05

In this episode we talk with public speaker, organizer, educator, poet, spoken word artist, songwriter, emcee and alumni of the Nasir Jones Fellowship with the Hip Hop Archive at Harvard University’s Hutchins Center for African & African American Research. Dasan makes fun of the intro music, we discuss what it means to level up, Dasan tells a story about being tall shamed. We take a trip back into time to Miami and of course we freestyle terribly. Dasan Ahanu Information: Christopher

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