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Navigating the Poetry Scene: Insights from Steven Willis Season 4 Episode 7

Summary In this engaging conversation, we chat with Steven Willis and explore the evolution of poetry, the impact of the New York scene, and the challenges faced by contemporary poets. We discuss the significance of trauma poetry, the importance of diversifying styles, and the balance between artistic integrity and commercial success. Steven shares his personal journey, the lessons learned from competition, and the need for poets to understand their worth in the industry. In this engaging conversation, we delve into the competitive nature of slam poetry, discussing the importance of facing the best poets and the evolving dynamics of judging in slam competitions. We explore the challenges of maintaining anonymity among judges and the impact of audience expectations on performance. The discussion also touches on the Mount Rushmore of poets, recognizing both celebrated and underappreciated voices in the poetry community. Chapters 01:15 Personal Stories and Compliments 07:18 Stephen's Journey into Poetry 10:18 The Evolution of Stephen's Stage Name 13:18 New York: The City of Poetry Challenges 16:13 The Impact of Competition on Growth 19:16 The Changing Landscape of Poetry Post-Pandemic 21:48 Regional Influences in Contemporary Poetry 24:47 Top White Poets and Their Influence 26:19 Exploring Poetic Themes and Styles 28:34 The Importance of Study and Archiving in Poetry 30:43 The Balance of Slam Poetry and Personal Growth 33:30 The Debate on Trauma Poetry 38:35 Navigating the Corporate Side of Poetry 45:38 The Value of Versatility in Poetry 49:48 Self-Reflection and Authenticity in Poetic Expression 58:11 Facing the Best: The Competitive Spirit in Slam Poetry 01:01:04 The Evolution of Slam: Anonymity and Judging Dynamics 01:05:52 The Pressure of Performance: Expectations and New Work 01:11:05 Mount Rushmore of Poets: Personal Favorites and Under-Recognized Voices 01:17:25 Trivia Time: Testing Knowledge in the Poetry Community 01:25:46 The Battle of the Rappers: Kendrick vs. Drake 01:36:22 The Evolution of Hip-Hop: Standards and Hypocrisy 01:41:40 Cultural Context in Rap Battles 01:45:07 Final Thoughts and Freestyle Session Steven Willis Info: PoetUp Crew:  Twitter/X: @PoetUpPodcast @MallChi @MrBluz @jayward2030 IG: @PoetUpPodcast @MallChi @bluzbluzbluz @jward 2030 Facebook: @PoetUpPodcast Email us: ⁠thepoetuppodcast@gmail.com⁠ Rate us, review us tell a friend to tell a friend about us. Thank you for listening  01:16:27 Trivia and Fun with Slam Poetry 01:22:52 A Unique Perspective on Poetry and Publishing 01:29:36 A Light-Hearted Debate: Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake