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The Poetry Cafe

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Poetry
Spoken Word Poetry
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Spoken Word
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Open Mic, Spoken Word Poetry, Live Shows, Music and Interviews with artists from around the world

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Recent Guests

Shawn Waddell
Poet featured on The Poetry Cafe, performing confessional spoken word
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Episode: E57: The Sankofa Session Feat. Shawn Waddell
Suave the Poet
Poet and performer
Independent artist
Episode: E55: Suave the Poet: From Basic Training to Passion and Poetry
Rudy Francisco
Poet and performance artist
Poet
Episode: E54: The Sankofa Session Feat: Rudy Francisco's "Rifle"
Airam Soto
Poet
Episode: E49: The Poetry Hotline w Airam Soto
Dr. Joy
Physician performing poetry from Tears of Joy
Episode: E46: Bluz, POETRY, NASCAR, NBA and More...
Allyson Allston
A poet and community member who has been part of The Poetry Cafe since its founding.
Not mentioned
Episode: E32: The Sankofa Section Feat. Allyson
Joanne Mutagwanya
A poet from Uganda who performs and discusses her experiences at the Kenya International Theater Festival.
Episode: E27: Show Day - Live from The Kenya International Theater Festival
Ashlee Connors
Poet, teaching artist, and volunteer coordinator for the Women of the World Poetry Slam
Episode: E22: Why I Write
Blackie Sam
Talented guitarist from France living in Seoul, with roots in Senegal, Italy, and France.
Episode: E:21 - Sankofa feat. Blackie Sam from Seoul

Host

Josephus
Multiple appearances as host across segments including poetry minutes and the main cafe discussions; central figure in introducing and guiding conversations and performances.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Dope

    Dope poetry show!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sdotkim
    United States4 years ago
  • Poetry

    I love his poetry work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Qween Bea
    United States4 years ago

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Dope poetry show with intimate performances.
The show has strong spoken-word segments and heartfelt storytelling.
Guests are consistently talented and authentic, delivering meaningful insights.

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E55: Suave the Poet: From Basic Training to Passion and Poetry
Q: So do you classify yourself as an actual poet?
He clarifies that art form matters less than the craft—he considers himself an artist and a poet, embracing multiple facets of creative expression.
E35: Poetry is Law
Q: How do you see poetry connecting to the world of law?
Marlaesha discussed how personal experiences and evolution in the legal field shape her poetry and connections, while Julian emphasized the importance of storytelling in both law and poetry.
E35: Poetry is Law
Q: What made you want to enter a poetry contest as a law student?
Marlaesha shared that she has been writing since she was eight years old and wanted to help others through her poetry, while Julian explained that he entered to connect with other students and share experiences.
E33: The Queen City Movement
Q: What were you doing before barbering?
JC shared that he was in the military before becoming a barber.
E27: Show Day - Live from The Kenya International Theater Festival
Q: What's your poetry themed around?
I write about God, love, and social inequalities.

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Rooted in intimate interviews and live performance, this series blends spoken word, poetry, and artistic storytelling with conversations that explore personal journeys, social issues, and creative entrepreneurship. Episodes frequently center poets who discuss craft, authenticity, and community impact, often weaving in themes like healing, identity, and resilience. A standout element is the recurring Sankofa sessions and Poetry Minute segments, which spotlight intimate performances and motivational monologues, making the show a strong fit for listeners who love lyricism, culture, and arts education. The format and guest mix suggest a welcoming space for emerging poets as well as established voices, with content that appeals to creative profe... more

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1. Shawn Waddell
2. Suave the Poet
3. Rudy Francisco
4. Airam Soto
5. Dr. Joy
6. Allyson Allston
7. Joanne Mutagwanya
8. Ashlee Connors

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