Drew Walker, author of “Confines of a Free Spirit,” discusses the stories and inspiration behind her poems through a light-hearted, philosophical lens. Explore themes of travel, love, nature, and soul-searching as Drew shares a glimpse into her creative life.
Looking for an excuse to jam out? Look no further. Drew shares some of her musical inspiration by featuring 9 songs from her previous album recommendations. This episode includes a variety of current music from an assortment of her favourite alternative artists. Psychedelic, groovy jams to enjoy in your down time. Vibe with Drew.
25 May 2021
Sixteen: Throwback & Travel Tips
Hear about a poem Drew wrote 9 years ago when she was sixteen years old. Drew touches on her relationship with alcohol as a deviant high schooler while revisiting her past writing process. Hear three tips to travelling solo while Drew answers listener questions. Get updated on Toby the cat. Album recommendation of the week (40mins): 666 by Sugar Candy Mountain
11 May 2021
Unedited: Spirituality with Gerrit Krol
Listen to a conversation between Drew and Gerrit as they explore topics of spirituality, religion, and their philosophies on life. Threads of truth can be found in all frameworks of thinking and there are many different ways to point at the same big ideas. Drew and Gerrit reflect on this thing called life during a spontaneous heart-to-heart. This episode features bonus unedited audio from Drew's previous interview with Gerrit.
Thought Prompt of the Week: What do I want to learn more about?
Album Recommendation of the Week: Cold Fact (33mins) by Rodriguez
4 May 2021
For Gerrit: Communication and Thought (Feat. Gerrit Krol)
Drew hosts her debut guest, Gerrit Krol, a long-time family friend and fellow spiritual thinker. They discuss the power of thought patterns as they pertain to elevating your level of consciousness and living your truth. Explore effective communication and the importance of paying attention to the conversation in your head. Hear about the idea of multiple truths and be introduced to some Aristotelian philosophies. Get updated on Drew's cat during The Toby Report.
Books cited:
Aristotle's Way (2018). Edith Hall.
The Adventure of I (2013). Tania Kotsos.
20 Apr 2021
Anew: Life as a Garden (New Stuff)
Drew shares a recently-written poem which depicts nature as a metaphor for life. Whether growing, wilting, shedding, or blooming, there are similar patterns in both plants and humans. Listen as Drew discusses the nerves associated with releasing her book. Album recommendation (34mins): Haywire by Duff Thompson. Send your listener comments to Drew through Instagram! @drewwalker_art
6 Apr 2021
Unnamed No. 10: A Look at Love
Drew talks about her philosophy on love while revisiting thoughts on a past crush. Hear about the importance of communication, the truth, and letting go of your ego with regards to having a successful relationship. Enjoy a writing prompt and listen to a neighbour’s voicemail in the Toby Report. Find out why the poem remains unnamed... Album recommendation of the week: Alien Sunset (26mins) by Cut Worms.
23 Mar 2021
Entropy: An Existential Crisis
Drew revisits the inspiration behind one of her poems, “Entropy”, revealing inner conflict with regards to online activity through social media. Hear about the questions running through Drew’s mind during the writing process. Topics of comparison, mass communication, and technology. Later on, an introduction to a brand new segment. Album recommendation of the week: Paranoid Cocoon by Cotton Jones (41mins). Enjoy!
9 Mar 2021
The Carpenter: Family Reflections
Drew reflects on the relationship with her Grandfather as the inspiration behind her poem titled "The Carpenter." She discusses the importance of family connections and the practice of delayed gratification. Learn a little bit about Drew's writing process with regards to how she starts a poem. Reminder: everyone’s creative approach is different!
Album recommendation of the week: Foxwarren - Foxwarren (2018), 36mins
23 Feb 2021
In the Bath: New Stuff
Drew highlights a more recent poem from January 2021 to bring her listeners up-to-date. This episode touches on topics of change, inevitable suffering, and the importance of self-care. Drew talks about the symbol of a spiral as a metaphor for life and coming “full circle.” Album recommendation of the week: Ry X - Dawn (53mins)
9 Feb 2021
Serpents: A Confrontation with Nature
Listen as Drew reflects on stories about Australian wildlife, the subjectivity of art, and the importance of value judgements. Experience a line-by-line breakdown of the poem “Serpents” by the author of “Confines of a Free Spirit.” Drew answers listener questions about the cover art of her book as well as the change that travel can bring a person.
26 Jan 2021
Unlearning: An Introduction
In this debut episode, Drew highlights a poem from her book titled “Unlearning.” Written during a time of solitude while living in her trailer, listen as Drew discusses societal frustrations, minimalist values, and the responsibility of maintenance. See how Drew got here through a brief catch up on her story and travel back in time as she reflects on nomadic experiences. Get inspired with a bi-weekly writing prompt and album recommendation.
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