Exploring Identity and Flavors in New York City

On today’s episode of VS, Ajanae and Brittany are joined by poet Omotara James. Join them as they discuss the failure of poetry as savior, whistleblowers, art as a meet-cute, resisting shielding the speaker, and building trust with the reader. 

Until Next Time: 

Here is some media to accompany your experience of the episode and a writing prompt to tide you over until we meet again!

• Sharon Olds: Sharon Olds talks about her work
• Michaela Coel: ‘There is power in the word no’: Michaela Coel’s journey from Chewing Gum to I May Destroy You | CBC Comedy
• Lucille Clifton: Lucille Clifton talks of her books of poems, including “Good Times”

Writing Prompt: 

Write a confessional poem that addresses your reader directly.