The Poetry Lab Podcast
1) #54 Sit Down and Write: Eco Poems
An eco poem explores the relationship between humans and the natural world through the lens of environmental change. In this episode, Leo reflects on shifting landscapes, shares Jane Hirshfield's "Com...Show More
2) #53 Building Brave Spaces in Community
What does it mean to lead from a place of authenticity? In this episode, Ravina shares how facing imposter syndrome shaped her path to creating brave spaces rooted in honesty and care. Stay to the end...Show More
3) #52 Things to Remember When Planning a Literary Event
Every great literary event starts with a “why.” Join bridgette as she shares a decade of hard-won lessons from the LA poetry scene, from curating unforgettable readings to keeping the mic open with in...Show More
4) #51 Saying No to Creative Hustle Culture
Creative hustle culture pushes artists to constantly produce, post, and perform, often at the expense of their voice and joy. In this episode, Lori shares how to break free from the cycle of overexpos...Show More
5) #50 The First Time I Forgot My Poem on Stage
Ever blanked on stage? Ravina has—in front of her entire high school. What could’ve been the end of her poetry journey became a lesson in resilience, community, and remembering that showing up is the ...Show More
6) #49 How to Write Collaborative Poems
Collaborative poems can break creative blocks wide open. In this episode, Leo shares her experience writing with partners and groups, along with tips and playful exercises to help you try it yourself....Show More
7) #48 5 Lessons Learned from How We Do It: Black Writers on Craft
In this episode, bridgette shares five powerful personal lessons from How We Do It: Black Writers on Craft, edited by Jericho Brown. With insight from writers like Rita Dove, Frank X Walker, and E. Et...Show More
8) #47 The Myth of Writing Discipline (and What to Do Instead)
Feeling stuck in the shame of not writing “enough”? In this episode, Lori Walker dismantles the myth of writing discipline and explores how to build a sustainable creative practice rooted in rhythm, c...Show More
9) #46 How Not to Be Your Own Worst Enemy
In her debut episode, new host Ravina Wadhwani gets real about a struggle many creatives face: standing in our own way. With warmth and vulnerability, she reflects on impostor syndrome, self-sabotage,...Show More
10) #45 Finding Your Voice: Performance Tips for the Stage
Sharing your poems aloud can feel intimidating, even though poetry is rooted in oral tradition. In this episode, host bridgette bianca offers practical tips for reading your work with confidence and c...Show More