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Exploring The Journey of a Poet: From Classroom to Stage
Episode 6
Friday, 31 October, 2025
SummaryIn this episode of the Poet Up Podcast, we engage in a lively discussion about racial unity, personal experiences at concerts, and the journey into poetry. We explore how education and performance shape a poet's career, the importance of business acumen in the arts, and the influence of military life on creativity. The conversation also touches on community engagement and the diverse avenues available in the poetry scene. This conversation explores the journey of Josephus and the evolution of the Poetry Cafe, highlighting the importance of community, networking, and overcoming adversity in the arts. From its inception in 2009 to its expansion into a radio show and national platform, the discussion emphasizes the significance of local investment and the potential for international opportunities. Josephus shares personal anecdotes about challenges faced and the lessons learned, ultimately inspiring listeners to embrace growth and creativity in their own artistic endeavors. In this engaging conversation, we explore the importance of community in poetry, the value of language learning, and the significance of supporting artists through album purchases. We discuss the Grammy spoken word category, the journey of creating an album, and of course, we freestyle.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Life Updates04:25 Exploring the Journey into Poetry09:36 Transitioning from Hobby to Profession13:50 Connecting with the Audience through Poetry17:58 Navigating Friendships and Creativity22:14 Inspiration from Def Poetry26:48 Community Engagement Through Poetry30:30 International Poetry and Opportunities34:24 Leveraging Opportunities for Growth42:42 The Journey of Poetry Cafe43:12 From Local to National: Expanding Reach45:00 Overcoming Challenges and Seizing Opportunities45:49 Growth Through Adversity46:59 The Importance of Community and Sharing Knowledge48:03 The Value of Language Learning49:31 Cultural Perspectives on Language Acquisition50:21 Fun and Games: That's Cap Segment51:58 Grammy Considerations and Spoken Word Poetry54:23 Creating a Cohesive Album Experience56:40 The Creative Process Behind the Album57:37 Balancing Art and Family Life58:34 The Journey of an Artist59:29 Inspiration from Fellow Artists59:58 The Importance of Supporting Artists01:01:19 Audience Engagement and Feedback01:02:21 Promoting the Album and Its Singles01:03:18 Connecting with the Community01:04:30 Freestyling and Fun Moments01:07:21 Shoutouts and Global ReachCheck out Josephus at www.josephusiii.com and buy his latest album Changing The World One Poem At A Time. Follow Josepus on IG @josephusiii Freestyle Beat courtesy of Mall ChiPoetUp Crew: Twitter/X: @PoetUpPodcast @MallChi @MrBluz @jayward2030IG: @PoetUpPodcast @MallChi @bluzbluzbluz @jward 2030Facebook: @PoetUpPodcastEmail us: thepoetuppodcast@gmail.comRate us, review us tell a friend to tell a friend about us.Thank you for listening
