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  • Intimacy: Is it Better Written or Spoken?

    Intimacy: Is it Better Written or Spoken?
    2025/08/28
    In this episode, hosts Ms. Dia, Brit Nicole, and Hayes launch a new monthly segment called "Frisky First Friday". They kick it off with "ten questions for the grown and frisky". The conversation is wide-ranging, covering topics from the most seductive lines in their poems to whether intimacy is better written or spoken. They also share a funny story about a possum , discuss a major legal decision that week , and mourn the loss of a beloved Honda with over 300,000 miles on it. The hosts also touch on their personal lives, revealing details about their "writing kryptonite" , how their poetry has affected their relationships , and how some of their work is just for one person and never shared.
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    1 時間 34 分
  • How to Stay Creative While Working a 9-to-5

    How to Stay Creative While Working a 9-to-5
    2025/08/28
    In this episode, the hosts, Ms. Dia, Brit Nicole, and Hayes tackle the question: "If the mic could talk, what would it say about you?" The answers are both humorous and revealing, with one host's mic saying "slow down" because of a fast delivery, and another’s mic saying "she's a little shy." The conversation then branches into a discussion about balancing the demanding life of a creative with a full-time job and family. They also explore the difference between writing for the stage versus writing for oneself. The hosts share personal stories of how their artistic and personal lives intersect. The episode ends with a strong message of community, encouraging audience members to send in their own work to be featured on the show.
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    1 時間 30 分
  • From Last-Minute Poems to Legendary Battles

    From Last-Minute Poems to Legendary Battles
    2025/08/28
    In this episode, the hosts Ms. Dia, Brit Nicole, and Hayes tackle the remaining twelve questions from a pre-made list. They begin by discussing the last poem they wrote that surprised them, with one host mentioning a poem she wrote for a couple's wedding at the last minute. They also delve into their "writing kryptonite," which includes distractions like phone notifications, hunger, or just feeling like the work isn't good enough. The discussion takes a turn towards deep, personal questions as they explore what their poetry would say to their bloodline, with one host sharing a line about breaking generational curses. They also reminisce about past poetry battles and "diss poems" at open mic events. The episode concludes with the hosts challenging each other to a "last line" series, where the last line of one poet's new poem becomes the first line for the next poet.
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    1 時間 35 分
  • Finding Your Voice: A Conversation on Poetry and Honesty

    Finding Your Voice: A Conversation on Poetry and Honesty
    2025/08/28
    In this episode, Brit Nicole makes a return and joins co-hosts Ms. Dia and Hayes to discuss a series of questions. They explore the meaning of silence in a poem and how it can be a sign of active listening from an audience. The hosts also delve into the role of rage in their poetry, explaining that it often starts as rage but is then filtered into something more elegant or passionate. They also talk about their unique performance styles, with one host noting a "fighter stance" in their delivery. The episode continues with a discussion on how poetry has changed their relationships, touching on how it has created new relationships and strengthened existing ones. They also touch on writing about people, which can either solidify a friendship or make them "write themselves out of love with people". Finally, they consider the question of whether they write more when they are breaking or healing, concluding it can be both depending on the circumstances. The episode also includes shout-outs to various poetry events happening in the Milwaukee area.
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    1 時間 47 分
  • A Creative Hustle: The Push Podcast MKE Discusses Professionalizing Art

    A Creative Hustle: The Push Podcast MKE Discusses Professionalizing Art
    2025/08/28
    In this episode, hosts Ms. Dia and Hayes are joined by special guest Hosanna, with a shout-out to absent co-host Brit Nicole. The episode takes a lighter tone, focusing on interactive live writing sessions and games with the audience. The hosts and their guest share their personal experiences with writing, touching on the importance of creating time and space for the creative process. They discuss the balance between personal life and writing, and the importance of professionalizing one's art. The episode also highlights the community aspect of the podcast, with Hayes and Ms. Dia acknowledging and encouraging audience members who have shared their poetry in the comments. The hosts express their desire to showcase creative talent and see other poets succeed.
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    1 時間 54 分
  • Battle of Words: Spitting Raw, Real & Respectful

    Battle of Words: Spitting Raw, Real & Respectful
    2025/08/28
    This week on The Push Podcast, Ms. Dia and Hayes keep it real with a candid dialogue, epic poetry battles, and insane performances from some of the dopest poets around. They share powerful pieces that dig into trauma, love, identity, and resilience — plus, a wild conversation about the art of writing personal work, navigating vulnerability, and balancing responsibility with the freedom to be authentic. Get ready for honest talk, inspiring poetry, and a whole lot of love for the craft.
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    1 時間 49 分
  • Navigating Deep Personal Poems: When to Share Your Vulnerability

    Navigating Deep Personal Poems: When to Share Your Vulnerability
    2025/08/28
    Join Ms. Dia, the Poetry Pusher, and Brit Nicole on this lively episode of The Push Podcast, your go-to source for all things poetry. This week, they dive into raw, heartfelt poetry—sharing their own powerful pieces, discussing the impact of writing from pain, and exploring how to navigate sharing deeply personal work with an audience. Plus, they chat about the wildest moments in poetry, reflect on the evolution of poetry spaces, and even break down a wrestling-inspired spoken word piece. Filled with candid storytelling, creative insights, and plenty of laughs, this episode celebrates the power of words to heal, connect, and transform.
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    1 時間 59 分
  • The Push Podcast MKE: Launching the Poetry Revolution

    The Push Podcast MKE: Launching the Poetry Revolution
    2025/08/28
    In this inaugural episode of The Push Podcast MKE, hosts Ms. Dia, Brit Nicole, and Hayes kick things off by reflecting on their journey in the Milwaukee poetry scene. They discuss their "OG" status and the evolution of the poetry landscape, highlighting the importance of community and mentorship. The conversation touches on the challenges and joys of the craft, including the debate over performing with a physical notebook versus memorizing pieces. They also share personal anecdotes about their writing and performing processes, from developing a unique cadence to a healthy sense of competition. The hosts express their desire to open up the "gates" for new poets, sharing resources and advice they had to figure out on their own. The episode is an honest, humorous, and insightful look at the past, present, and future of Milwaukee poetry.
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    2 時間 38 分