Do you love words? Wordplay? Spoken Word? Poetry? Lyrics?
Well, these 'Word Nerds' do... SVNTY6 and Jake Nathan (two wordy and nerdy Hip Hop fans and spoken word artists) discuss inspirations, creative processes, favourite lyrics, rhyming schemes, hip hop, influences and other such word-related gubbins. And also some general gubbins too.
Occasionally they will be joined by Sir Aaron Shrimpton, and various other guests to dissect and reassemble the world of words.
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This week, Hunter treats us to the breakdown of her powerful 'Lesbian Misogyny'
'Hunter (she/her) is an LGBTQ+ poet, storyteller and activist from East London. Her writing explores themes of social justice, identity, and her experience of navigating the world as a masculine-presenting lesbian.
As well as performing live on BBC Radio London, and at venues such as The Vagina Museum and Soho House, Hunter has headlined multiple UK shows including: Process Productions, Shxts & Scribbles, and Word Slags. She also won the Fervor Festival Poetry Slam 2022.
Hunter recently co-founded The Big Queer Poetry Show in partnership with Stonewall Housing, a LGBTQ+ homelessness charity for which she is a proud Ambassador for. The first show raised over £7000 for the charity, as well as providing a platform to 14 established and emerging LGBTQ+ poets.'
Find Scott here - www.instagram.com/hunter_
Words In Chalk are -
@svnty6spoken
@jakenathancreates
@aaronshrimpton
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23 Apr 2023
Poem Breakdown - Scott Cassidy 'A Glimpse & The Ghost'
This week, Scott treats us to the breakdown of his wonderful 'A Glimpse & The Ghost'
'Scott is an Edinburgh(ish)-based writer whose poems tug at the threads of the tales woven to make sense of the world at large. He explores people, place and politics with a storyteller's eye and a sense of spite for those who choose profit over peace. Scott performs regularly throughout Scotland and has read at events ranging from the Edinburgh International Book Festival to the launch of an Art Collective's response to the climate crisis (hat tipped to @earthingproject!). You can find him on social media @scottcassidywrites, and hopefully in many a publication to come...'
Find Scott here - www.instagram.com/scottcassidywrites
Words In Chalk are -
@svnty6spoken
@jakenathancreates
@aaronshrimpton
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5 Mar 2023
Poem Breakdown - Sonny Green 'Doorsteps Of Britain'
This week, Sonny treats us to the breakdown of his exceptional 'Doorsteps Of Britain'
Sonny Green has worked in the live music scene over many years doing various gigs including being the first ever rap artist to perform at the House of Commons supporting Fatboy Slim. He’s worked with Brian May, Slash, Pete Doherty, Tamer Hassan amongst many well known artists. After supporting Asian Dub Foundation at a gig at Broadwater Farm, he was quickly recruited to join them live and to date he has played over 50 venues across Europe, consistently delivering confident live performances, opening for a variety of performers. In a sea of other similar artists, what makes Sonny stand out from the crowd is that he calls it as he sees it, and his angry lyrical tirades are completely uncompromising, unmaterialistic and calls out everyone from politicians to his peers without fear.
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Words In Chalk are -
@svnty6spoken
@jakenathancreates
@aaronshrimpton
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19 Feb 2023
Poem Breakdown - Emy P 'Mudhill'
This week, Emy P breakdown her personal, reflective poem 'Mudhill'... And actually goes on location to Mudhill to record - Super personal and fascinating.
EMY.P - Spoken Word artist, Composer and BBC featured poet and Musician born and raised in Essex. On a personal mission to raise awareness and de stigmatize the negative viewpoints surrounding mental health and ADHD in adults, EMY’s honest writing approach and dark humour delves into the minds of everyday people as well as her own wired brain.
Describing herself as “Passionate, Chaotic and Scruffy” EMY’s relatable stories and electric performance are proving to be very popular on the UK Spoken word scene.
Emy’s debut album Lights//Chaos//Action is available now across all streaming music platforms.
Words In Chalk are -
@svnty6spoken
@jakenathancreates
@aaronshrimpton
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5 Feb 2023
Poem Breakdown - CC Dado 'Never Been Good At Math'
On this episode, we have US poet, CC Dado, AKA @wordvomitpoetry breaking down her poem 'Never Been Good At Math'
C.C. Dado writes as @wordvomitpoetry on Instagram. She has nine published romance books. Won the 2017 Rainbow Award for best gay comedy romance “Read My Lips” and has been tripping over the words of poetry since 2021.
Words In Chalk are -
@svnty6spoken
@jakenathancreates
@aaronshrimpton
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22 Jan 2023
MultiSyllabics!
SVNTY6 and Jake break down their favourite multisyllabic rhymes, rappers and thoughts... With almost zero research.
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18 Dec 2022
Poem Breakdown - Trigger Bliss 'Elemental'
The Words In Chalk gang have invited seem exceptional Spoken Word talents to break down and dissect their chosen poem...
This week, we have Trigger Bliss (@triggeryourbliss on Insta) explaining and discussing her poem 'Elemental'.
Based in Southend, TriggerBliss (@triggeryourbliss) uses spoken word as an avenue to connect to the individual, to inspire healing, conscious thought, and conversation. This is achieved by incorporating spoken word into visuals, imagery, quotes, music, as well as performing live. TriggerBliss harnesses her creativity to spread mental health awareness, love, unity and encourage the authentic self.
TriggerBliss hosts ‘Trigger Your Truth’, 2 hour pop up creative wellbeing sessions designed for the community to creatively express their truths through poetry; learn journaling techniques, develop the expression in their writing and reading, as well as being in an inclusive environment to release and begin to heal unexpressed emotions. The sessions are motivational, inspirational and transformational.
TriggerBliss is a mentor with ATS Creative Academy CIC, has performed at events such as Time 2 Shine hosted by CEO of the South Essex African Caribbean Association, Hamlet Court Road in Harmony Festival 2021 and Stand Up for Diversity hosted by Essex Cultural Diversity Project at Metal Southend, amongst others. TriggerBliss was a participant in the Focal Point Gallery commission ‘Relay’ 2022. She volunteers, hosts, has featured on several podcasts and was a guest speaker on ‘Artist Philosophies’ with Ja’Anubis on London Hott Radio.
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4 Dec 2022
Poem Breakdown - Sven Stears 'Lock Picks'
The Words In Chalk gang have invited seem exceptional Spoken Word talents to break down and dissect their chosen poem...
This week, we have Sven (@svenstears on Insta) explaining and discussing his poem 'Lock Picks'.
Sven Stears is a multi-grand-slam champion and performance poet. He is the current Reading Slam Champion, Lyra Poetry Festival Grand Champion, former Bristol Grand Slam Champion, and three times National Slam Finalist, as well as an artist and filmmaker.
He has performed across the UK and Europe, winning multiple slams in both the UK and Germany. His heartfelt poetry touches on themes of personal loss, societal trauma, mental health and addiction, but always with little messages of hope.
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20 Nov 2022
Poem Breakdown - Sean 'On Purpose'!
The Words In Chalk gang have invited seem exceptional Spoken Word talents to break down and dissect their chosen poem...
This week, we have Sean (@_seango on Insta) explaining and discussing his poem 'On Purpose'.
'Sean is a London born artist that is on a creative adventure that started out with him messing up his lines during a secondary school production of Macbeth.
Since then, I've entertained (and improvised) using various art forms and styles.
I like the idea of art being unfinished, raw and abstract and this guides me on my journey...'
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@words.in.chalk
@svnty6spoken
@jakenathancreates
@aaronshrimpton
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6 Nov 2022
Opening Lines!
SVNTY6 and Jake discuss the power and skill of an opening line, what it means, what their favourite ones are, then have a quick quiz.
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23 Oct 2022
Creative Anxiety!
SVNTY6 and Jake discuss imposter syndrome, sharing personal pieces and gaining the confidence to write and perform...
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9 Oct 2022
Creative Process!
The creative process is a long and winding, and also unpredictable thing... SVNTY6 and Jake Nathan (whilst mentioning Aaron Shrimpton) attempt to shed some light on theirs...
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25 Sept 2022
Inspirations!
On this episode, SVNTY6 and Jake discuss who and what inspires them (usually, it's Aaron Shrimpton). Mainly Hip Hop artists and other Spoken Word Poets...
Words In Chalk live event, Metal - Oct 8th in Chalkwell, Southend - Tickets in link!
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11 Sept 2022
Da Introduction!
On this show, SVNTY6 and Jake Nathan discuss why they're doing this podcast, and why... And they also introduce Aaron Shrimpton! These are the trilogy of Spoken Word artists, Word Nerds and Hip Hop fans who will discuss words, rhymes, lyrics, wordplay, inspiration, creative process and other such word related joy!
Words In Chalk live event coming at Metal, on 8th October in Chalkwell, Southend - Tickets via link!
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