Spoken Word for Social Change: A Conversation with Black British Poet, Sophia Thakur | 1000 Voices скачать в хорошем качестве

Spoken Word for Social Change: A Conversation with Black British Poet, Sophia Thakur | 1000 Voices

In this thought-provoking episode of 1000 Voices, we sit down with Sophia Thakur, a celebrated Black British poet known for her captivating spoken word performances that weave together themes of love, identity, and social change. Sophia delves into the transformative power of poetry in her life, the complexities of navigating identity as a mixed-race individual, and the importance of storytelling in fostering understanding and empathy across diverse communities. What You'll Learn: The Inspirational Power of Poetry: Sophia shares how poetry has been a conduit for exploring deep emotions and navigating personal challenges, particularly heartbreak. Navigating Mixed-Race Identity: Sophia discusses her journey of embracing her mixed heritage, confronting societal expectations, and the nuanced understanding of identity in today's world. The Role of Storytelling in Social Change: Insights into how sharing and listening to diverse stories can break down barriers, challenge biases, and promote a more empathetic society. Activism Through Art: Sophia reflects on her approach to activism, emphasizing the importance of love and patience in meaningful conversations about race and identity. Quotable Moments: "If you want to change someone, you have to get into the truth. You have to touch their core." "Union and relationships are the essence of life. Quite literally, one person cannot make a life; two people can make a life." "I've always had really big emotions...poetry has been my outlet." "In protests, there are so many different strokes, and everyone has to play a different role... I think I just identified who I was in protest." 💌 Learn how you can use storytelling to drive change: https://1000voices.beehiiv.com/ ❤️ Found this video enlightening? Like, Comment and Subscribe for more insightful conversations! 👥 We're not just on YouTube! Connect with us on other platforms: Instagram: Dive into behind-the-scenes content: www.instagram.com/1000VoicesUK LinkedIn: Join our professional network: www.linkedin.com/company/1000VoicesUK TikTok: Catch quick snippets of wisdom: www.tiktok.com/@1000voicesuk Twitter: Stay updated with our latest news: www.twitter.com/1000VoicesUK Facebook: Engage with our community: www.facebook.com/1000VoicesUK 🔗 Connect with Tevin on: Twitter: www.twitter.com/tevinkittoe Instagram: www.instagram.com/tevinkittoe LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tevinkittoe/ #PoetryForChange #SocialEntrepreneur #GlobalEquality #SpokenWord #inspiration #podcast #interview #blackbritish #powerofwords #powerfulwords #1000voices #justice #equality #equalitymatters #worldchangers #changemaker #drivingchange #poet