Stedmond Pardy

Stedmond Pardy, a boundary-pushing Toronto poet and spoken word artist, discusses his new collection, Beached Whales. He explores themes of alienation and personal significance tied to his work. The conversation highlights the joy of embracing freedom in poetry and the transformative power of performance. Stedmond reflects on the bravery required to share personal narratives and the evolution of poetic tastes. Together with host Hollay Ghadery, they celebrate the importance of accessible literature and community in the literary world.