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!

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Lucille Clifton: Lucille Clifton talks of her books of poems, including “Good Times”

Writing Prompt:

Write a confessional poem that addresses your reader directly.

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