This new podcast is called “Poets Have Something To Say.” Jeff will interview poets about their craft and what makes poetry relevant in the world we live in. The podcast host says it’s very important to promote the importance of literacy in our society. Jeff is a published poet, the author of a collection entitled “My Heart At Ease” (2022)
Scott Lowery’s poems appear in numerous print and online journals, including Prairie Schooner, River Styx, Nimrod, RockPaperPoem, and the Wisconsin Poetry Calendar. His new chapbook, Mutual Life (Finishing Line, 2023), documents everyday life during tumultuous times. Lowery has been awarded the Julia Darling Memorial Poetry Prize, Pushcart and Best of Net nominations, and a residency at the Anderson Center. Empty-handed won the Emergence Chapbook Prize from Red Dragonfly Press (2013). A 30-year veteran public school teacher, Lowery has presented writing workshops to young poets from grade school through college. Two of his teaching poems are anthologized in Stronger Than Fear (Cave Moon, 2022), a collection of social justice poems. After three decades living among the river bluffs and valleys of SE Minnesota, Lowery and his wife Connie Blackburn moved to Milwaukee in 2019, drawn by the inexorable pull of young grandchildren.
8 Apr 2024
Mary Chancellor-Fond du Lac Area Poet
Mary ‘s latest book of poetry is called “Poems From The Heart”, her latest work, is dedicated to her late daughter, Barbara. Mary is active in the Wordsmiths riders club in North Fond du Lac and the Fond du Lac Writers Club. Mary is currently working on a book about all of her pets during her lifetime.
3 Mar 2024
James Hamilton-Waupaca Poet
James Hamilton is a local poet and author who has made a significant impact on the literary scene in Waupaca. His words resonate with authenticity and emotion, drawing inspiration from his own life experiences. Book Release: Recently, he celebrated the launch of his new poetry collection titled “American Junkie: Life, Love, and Loss.” In this raw and poignant work, Hamilton delves into themes of struggle, love, and the complexities of existence.
Personal Struggles: Hamilton has openly shared his battle with substance abuse. Through writing, he has found solace and healing. His poems reflect the depths of human vulnerability and the power of art to transform pain into beauty.
Community Engagement: You can often find James Hamilton at local open mic events across Wisconsin, where he shares his powerful verses. His presence in these gatherings has become a mainstay, captivating audiences with his heartfelt delivery.
Hope and Connection: Hamilton’s hope is that his poetry will not only resonate with others who have faced similar challenges but also serve as a beacon of connection and understanding. Through his words, he aims to bridge gaps and touch hearts. James Hamilton’s poetic journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, and his contributions enrich the literary fabric of Waupaca and beyond. 📖🌟
8 Jan 2024
Bill Gillard Poet and UW-Oshkosh English Professor Bill Gillard
Bill Gillard is an award-winning teacher of creative writing and literature at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. His writing has appeared in dozens of journals, and he is the author of the poetry collection, The Vade Mecum of the True Sublime, and two chapbooks, Ode to Sandra Hook and Desire, the River. He is co-author of Speculative Modernism, a study of the origins of science fiction, fantasy, and horror. He is the Fiction Editor at the literary magazine, Masque and Spectacle. He earned an M.F.A. from Fairleigh Dickinson University, is a recovering youth hockey coach, and lives in Appleton, Wisconsin, with his wife and two daughters.
29 Nov 2023
Patrick McCorkle - Oshkosh Poet
Patrick is a fascinating writer who comes from Oshkosh Wisconsin. In this program, Patrick talks about his experience with writing in different forms. We are very honored to have him on the program.
24 Sept 2023
Margaret Rozga - Former Wisconsin Poet Laureate
Maragaret Rozga is the former Wisconsin poet laureate. She’s also been active in the civil rights movement in the 60s. She talks about writing and some of her latest work in this interview.
24 Jul 2023
Dawn Anderson- Wausau Poet Laureate
Dawn Anderson is a positive poet. Her poetry is the vehicle to put more good into the world. You will find Dawn’s poetry in a wide variety of journals, newspapers, magazines, and archives as well as her books and blog which have an international following. Dawn is also a workshop facilitator and speaker who believes in the power of poetry to process, to focus, to align, and to find our way to happiness and fulfillment.
In addition to publishing and teaching, Dawn provides a custom poetry service to help people give tribute to important life events and memories.
Whichever mode you connect with Dawn and her poetry, you will find her and her writing is just the right mix of wit, wisdom and wonder. Visit her blog and custom poetry page at: www.createthedawn@wordpress.com
23 Apr 2023
Nick Gulig - Wisconsin Poet Laureate
Nick Gulig shares his poetry and his philosophy of writing.
19 Mar 2023
Frank Watkinson - Singer-Songwriter from England
Frank Watkinson is a 69-year-old singer-songwriter who has over a half-million followers on YouTube. We talk to Frank about how he writes his songs and and we get insights into his unique brand of creativity.
20 Feb 2023
Bruce Fernandez - Poet and Musician via from Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.
Bruce Fernandez is a poet, writer, musician originally from Brooklyn, New York. Heavily influenced by his latin heritage, he is never afraid to tap into his Puerto Rican/ Dominican roots. Bruce has been making music for over half of his 46 years and has been writing poetry longer than that. His art expresses his life as a child growing up under traumatic experiences from physical and mental abuse to growing up in the tough environment of the ghetto. Besides growing up in Brooklyn, he has lived in Miami Florida, participated in the forestry service while living for 2 years in Kentucky's Daniel Boone Forest and as of now he lives in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.
15 Jan 2023
Lisa Vihos - Sheboygan Poet Laureate
Lisa is an accomplished poet who has been published in many magazines and books. She is also with the John Michael Kohler art center where she works as a grant writer.
12 Dec 2022
Jeremy Jusek — Parma, Ohio Poet Laureate December 2022
Jeremy Jusek is the current poet laureate of Parma, Ohio, He hosts the Ohio Poetry Association's podcast called Poetry Spotlight, and started the Flamingo Writers' Guild. He has authored two books, with a few more currently incubating. His OG background was playwriting, though he ultimately endorsed a lifelong passion by getting an MFA in poetry from Arcadia University. He has been a freelance writer for over a decade, and has taught undergraduate level English and film courses for roughly half that time. He does readings and public appearances.
22 Nov 2022
Freesia McKee — Ripon College Poet in Residence November 2022
Join Jeffrey McAndrew, as he interviews Ripon, Wisconsin poet Freesia McKee on the “Poets Have Something To Say” podcast. She is an excellent voice for creativity for students at Ripon College. Freesia is teaching something called eco-poetics.
23 Oct 2022
Thomas Cannon — Oshkosh Poet Laureate October 2022
In August 2021, Thomas Cannon was selected as the inaugural Poet Laureate of Oshkosh, WI. He is the author of the books The Tao of Apathy and Shattered. With his essay “Part of the Gift,” Cannon was the lead contributor to Cup of Comfort for Parents of Children With Autism. His poems and short stories have been published in various journals such as Midwestern Gothic and Corvus Review. Thomas is active in the Oshkosh writing community, having helped establish the Lakefly Writers Conference. He and his wife have three children and two grandkids
7 Jun 2021
Sample of Previous Podcast - Profile of the Late Psychologist Carl R. Rogers
Psychologist Carl Rogers is the founder of something called Person-Centered Therapy. And in this episode, Jeff talks about the importance of the concepts of congruence and unconditional positive self regard. just scratching the surface of Rogers work, I hope this will encourage you to study him much further. Thank you for listening.
12 Jul 2020
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