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If I should have a daughter ... | Sarah Kay

May 14, 2019

In this enlightening discussion, spoken word poet Sarah Kay shares her journey from a young poetry enthusiast to a powerful educator through Project V.O.I.C.E. She captivates listeners with her inspiring performances of 'B' and 'Hiroshima'. Kay explores profound themes like resilience, the wisdom shared between mothers and daughters, and the power of poetry as a tool for self-discovery. Her insights encourage embracing emotions and the transformative impact of storytelling to foster connections and empathy in our lives.

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Intro

3min

A Mother's Wisdom: Navigating Life's Challenges

6min

Poetry as a Path to Self-Discovery

6min

Unveiling Voices Through Poetry

8min

The Power of Poetry and Storytelling in Connecting Lives

3min

"If I should have a daughter, instead of Mom, she's gonna call me Point B ... " began spoken word poet Sarah Kay, in a talk that inspired two standing ovations at TED2011. She tells the story of her metamorphosis -- from a wide-eyed teenager soaking in verse at New York's Bowery Poetry Club to a teacher connecting kids with the power of self-expression through Project V.O.I.C.E. -- and gives two breathtaking performances of "B" and "Hiroshima." Sarah is also the host of TED's podcast "Sincerely, X." You can listen on the Luminary podcast app at luminary.link/ted.

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