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Toi Derricotte vs. Stillness
Manage episode 357892536 series 2928382
This week, Ajanae and Brittany have the honor of interviewing Toi Derricotte. The trio speak candidly about preparing for death, the complexity of being a Black women poet, and the origin story of Cave Canem. They also explore the importance of community, trust, and intimacy as tools for survival.
Until Next Time:
Ruth Stone: Ruth Stone's Vast Library of The Female Mind
Galway Kinnell: Wait
Lucille Clifton: On What Poetry Is
James Baldwin: From Meeting the Man
Writing Prompt:
While we wait for the next episode, we challenge you to set your intentions by writing a haiku each morning!
132 episodes
Manage episode 357892536 series 2928382
This week, Ajanae and Brittany have the honor of interviewing Toi Derricotte. The trio speak candidly about preparing for death, the complexity of being a Black women poet, and the origin story of Cave Canem. They also explore the importance of community, trust, and intimacy as tools for survival.
Until Next Time:
Ruth Stone: Ruth Stone's Vast Library of The Female Mind
Galway Kinnell: Wait
Lucille Clifton: On What Poetry Is
James Baldwin: From Meeting the Man
Writing Prompt:
While we wait for the next episode, we challenge you to set your intentions by writing a haiku each morning!
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