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Unspoken Words Podcast

119 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 30 ratings

Join your favorite awkwardly shy Asian girl, BeckyThePoet in a weekly podcast as she interviews local poets, music artist and entrepreneurs on their life experiences and what they learned to overcome them. Poetry, art and motivation to help get through everyday life struggles are addressed on Unspoken Words Podcast.

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Trauma within Poetry ft. Sabreen Jolley

December 16, 2021 15:50 - 26 minutes - 30.3 MB

On this episode of Unspoken Words Podcast we're joined by @sabreenspeaks as we speak about trauma within poetry. Episode produced by @shotbyden from @mcmurraymediahouse

Vulnerability ft. R. Sen the Poet

October 17, 2021 02:33 - 21 minutes - 24.9 MB

Today we sit and talk with R.Sen the Poet on the process of writing as well as a vulnerability when creating poetry that may not be for the outside world. Follow R.Sen https://www.instagram.com/r.sen_thepoet/ Follow Becky https://www.instagram.com/unspokenwor... https://www.instagram.com/beckythepoet/

Hearing Ourselves ft. Séon

September 23, 2021 13:59 - 23 minutes - 27 MB

On today's episode we have the pleasure of speaking with Séon the Poet, host of Poetry Talks. We explore the process of creating poetry as well as how we can better ourselves as poets by listening to ourselves and making adjustments to reach listeners more.

Better Days ft. Isabella J Mansfield

September 10, 2021 19:59 - 29 minutes - 33.2 MB

Today we sit with Isabella J Mansfield to talk about what inspires their poetry as well as how they cope when they're really just not feeling great.

Show Up for "The Show" with Polk Fit

June 24, 2021 01:29 - 25 minutes - 28.8 MB

Today we get a good workout and chat session with Polkfit and learn how he keeps his clients motivated, challenged and coming back for more! Follow Polkfit: https://www.instagram.com/polkfit/ @polkfit Follow Becky: https://www.instagram.com/beckythepoet/ https://www.instagram.com/unspokenwor...

Workout That Stress

May 27, 2021 18:00 - 20 minutes - 23.8 MB

Today we talk all about fitness with two of the best trainers here in Dallas, Coach KT and Rishunn McCaleb! We'll dig into what it takes to motivate others to perform their best and how working out can help your mental health.

The Process of Grief

May 08, 2021 14:31 - 14 minutes - 16.9 MB

Sometimes after something heart breaking happens in your life you realize the grieving process doesn't actually have an end point. Today I wanna talk about how I'm going through that personally and how I'm managing through it.

Creative Platforms for Poetry

April 30, 2021 22:46 - 38 minutes - 43.7 MB

On this episode we finally get to sit down with Mike Payne and talk poetry and different platforms that poetry has shined and been spotlighted on. Follow Mike: https://www.instagram.com/ethicallyimmoral/ https://www.instagram.com/macmaster_mike/ Follow Becky: https://www.instagram.com/beckythepoet/ https://www.instagram.com/unspokenwordspodcast

Poetry is Free Therapy

April 23, 2021 03:53 - 13 minutes - 18.2 MB

Today I wanna talk about loss and how COVID has affected me personally and how I've been trying to cope with losing people that I love while still having to function in the outside world. https://linktr.ee/beckythepoet

Know Your Worth Poet ft. Wayne Henry

April 09, 2021 11:55 - 24 minutes - 28.3 MB

On this episode we have some real talk with Poet Wayne Henry about knowing your worth as a poet when it comes to paid performances and what it's been like doing shows during the Pandemic! Follow Wayne https://www.instagram.com/dreadful_poet/​ youtu.be/qDB5aHB3IrM​ Follow Becky: https://www.instagram.com/beckythepoet/​ https://www.instagram.com/unspokenwor...​

Coming for the Top ft. C.R.U.S.H

April 06, 2021 17:01 - 28 minutes - 32.5 MB

Today we get a little steamy and very real with the dynamic poet C.R.U.S.H as we talk about their approach to poetry and what it's like to perform as a ranked poet. Follow C.R.U.S.H https://www.instagram.com/crush_yourp...​ Follow Becky: https://www.instagram.com/beckythepoet/​ https://www.instagram.com/unspokenwor...​

Spending your time ft. Bianca Phipps

March 25, 2021 21:37 - 30 minutes - 34.6 MB

On today's episode of Unspoken Words, we get to chat with poet and author Bianca Phipps on how to spend your time and how to save your time. Check it out! Follow Bianca Phipps: https://www.instagram.com/biancaphipps/​ https://www.biancaphipps.com​ Purchase her book "Crown Royal" https://buttonpoetry.com/product/crow...​ Follow Becky: https://www.instagram.com/beckythepoet/​ https://www.instagram.com/unspokenwor...​

Lend Me Your Ears ft. Kristoddie K. Woods (Black Ceasar)

March 06, 2021 14:15 - 14 minutes - 16.4 MB

This episode we sit down with Black Ceasar and learn more about his new book "Lend Me Your Ears", how he approached the project and what all he talks about in it! Lend me your ears is a collection of spiritual hymnals composed and performed through spoken word poetry. This book is in many ways a story of my life and experiences with the world around me. Poetry found me at a time life gave me no stones left to turn and I was forced to reflect on my interactions with humanity. These lessons ...

Keep it 1 hunnid! How did we get here!?

March 02, 2021 03:28 - 27 minutes - 30.9 MB

WE MADE IT GUYS! We're finally at episode 100 and we couldn't be more thankful for your support in all of this. Today we're talking about how we got so far and some life lessons we learned along the way. We'll also be joined with special guests and collaborators ShotbyDen and Simoné! Thank you to everyone who has helped us make it this far, we truly appreciate your support. Follow Dennis: https://www.instagram.com/shotbyden/​ Follow Simoné: https://www.instagram.com/cmoenay/​ Follow Be...

AbNormal Review with Dawun-Jamaal

February 06, 2021 03:49 - 21 minutes - 24.7 MB

This episode we sit with the multi-talented all-around artist Dawun-Jammal and get a glimpse of his creative process and some things that really matter to him when it comes to putting a dynamic project together. Follow Dawun-Jamaal: https://www.instagram.com/itsdawunjam...​ Follow Becky: https://www.instagram.com/beckythepoet/​​ https://www.instagram.com/unspokenwor...​

Be Intentional with Anarchpo3t

January 30, 2021 02:39 - 24 minutes - 28.5 MB

Today we sit down with Gabe aka Anarchpo3t to learn more about his process when wriåting and how he keeps himself going when he hits roadblocks like writer's block. Poem By: Anarchpo3t @anarchpo3t Follow Gabe: https://www.instagram.com/anarchpo3t/ 

Do What Makes You Happy

January 21, 2021 19:03 - 8 minutes - 9.68 MB

Today I wanna talk about doing what makes you truly happy and not focusing on what others determine success to be so that we can step into 2021 and the rest of our lives focused on all the right things!

Take A Chill Pill with KG from Cosign Magazine

January 15, 2021 04:21 - 20 minutes - 23.5 MB

This episode we have the one and only K.G. from COSIGN! We talk about why it's necessary sometimes to take a break and take a long look at what you're doing when you feel something is off in order to get it back on track. Check in with us on this episode of Unspoken Words!

What I learned in 2020

January 15, 2021 04:15 - 11 minutes - 13.2 MB

This episode I go solo and talk about some of the good and the bad things that happen last year and what I'm taking away from it into this year to try and make 2021 significantly better!

The Creative Eye ft. Tailored Penguin

December 25, 2020 00:41 - 21 minutes - 24.6 MB

Today we check in with the one and only James Johnson of Tailored Penguin Media to learn more about what it takes to develop the creative eye and mental process of being a videographer and where he plans on taking it into the next year. Instagram: @tailoredpenguin https://www.instagram.com/tailoredpenguin/  

Did you take advantage of COVID? ft. Joshua Wilson

December 17, 2020 18:47 - 28 minutes - 32.4 MB

On today's episode we get to sit down with Actor, Screenwriter and one of the hosts of acclaimed podcast "Don't Take it Personal", Joshua Wilson aka Jay Wil! We talk about what it's been like creatively during this pandemic and also life's highs and lows and how to navigate through them to reach your true potential as a creator. Poem By: Jasmine's Twilight @browngoddess1979 Follow Jay Wil: https://www.instagram.com/jaywiletc/ @jaywiletc @dtipodcast1 Follow Becky: https://www.instagram....

Business and Friends ft. Creator Jewels

December 11, 2020 13:35 - 21 minutes - 24.4 MB

On this episode we have the pleasure of sitting down with Creator Jewels founder of How To Be Social! We talk about what it was like in their first year in building their business and what I could’ve done better. We also get to talk about her music that's out! Check in with us! Poem By: Anarchpo3t! @anarchpo3t Follow Jewels: https://www.instagram.com/creatorjewels/​ @creatorjewels @HowtobeSocial_ Follow Becky: https://www.instagram.com/beckythepoet/​ https://www.instagram.com/unspoke...

Exploring During These Times ft. BrownGoddess1979

December 04, 2020 00:41 - 19 minutes - 21.9 MB

On this episode I get the chance to sit with Jasmine of Jasmine's Twilight and talk about her experience in the world of poetry, writing and art as well as all the new ventures she's been exploring during this pandemic. Follow Jasmine: https://www.instagram.com/browngoddess1979/ @jasminestwilight @jasminestwilightseries @jasminestwilightstreatsneats @tribelifenationproductions Follow Becky: https://www.instagram.com/beckythepoet/ https://www.instagram.com/unspokenwordspodcast/

Britney of Inez Queen Water

October 22, 2020 18:43 - 35 minutes - 40.6 MB

Today we are joined by special guest and sponsor of Unspoken Words, Britney Clark as we sit and talk about the importance of health and leaving a legacy. Check in with us this episode! Follow Inez Queen Water at: https://www.instagram.com/inezqueenwater/ Follow Britney at: https://www.instagram.com/britneylclark/ Website: www.inezqueenwater.com Partnered by: UW has partnered with Inez Queen Water. Who is Inez Queen Water? They are a natural spring water company focused on women entre...

Giving Yourself Room To Grow ft. ShotByDen

October 08, 2020 21:58 - 25 minutes - 28.6 MB

In this episode, Dennis (ShotbyDen) and I talk about growing as a creative and setting yourself up for success by taking things one thing at a time and being patient. Follow ShotbyDen @shotbyden www.dennismcmurray.com Partnered by: UW has partnered with Inez Queen Water. Who is Inez Queen Water? They are a natural spring water company focused on women entrepreneurs and creatives out here grinding. We are excited to be working with them! Look out for their water on future episodes of UW! ...

Importance of Boundaries

October 07, 2020 10:26 - 23 minutes - 27.4 MB

This episode I sat down with LMFT associate therapist Simoné as we talked about why it's so important that we set and talk about boundaries with people in our lives in order to protect our mental. Check it out! Follow Simone @cmoenay www.thecozycompass.com Hooked by Moné: Coming Soon Follow Becky and the show: @beckythepoet @unspokenwordspodcast Partnered by: UW has partnered with Inez Queen Water. Who is Inez Queen Water? They are a natural spring water company focused on women entrep...

Working Through The Darkness

September 17, 2020 17:23 - 9 minutes - 11.3 MB

I Becky have lots of flaws, lots of personal issues I haven’t dealt with. Growing up seeing drinking as a fun thing, learning as I got older it can be a bad thing. Sometimes I get very dark and I start to talk about dark things and then I wake up as if nothing happened. I will say to be honest I personally love the idea of leaving as an easy solution but I also know this ain’t the way. Partnered by: UW has partnered with Inez Queen Water. Who is Inez Queen Water? They are a natural spring ...

Behind The Lens ft. James aka Tailored Penguin

September 10, 2020 19:42 - 32 minutes - 36.9 MB

On this episode we got to speak to one of the most talented videographers and storytellers out there, James Johnson aka Tailored Penguin, on what drives him to shoot what he does as well as how he chooses to live life to the fullest. Follow James: https://www.instagram.com/tailoredpen... Follow Becky and the show!: @beckythepoet @unspokenwordspodcast

Importance of Therapy Today with Simoné

August 24, 2020 18:41 - 27 minutes - 31.4 MB

Today I sit with Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate Simoné and discuss the importance of finding the best therapist for you as well as keeping good communication with the ones you love when you're going through something. Follow Simone @cmoenay www.thecozycompass.com Follow Becky and the show: @beckythepoet @unspokenwordspodcast

Positivity is Key ft. Cam Young

August 13, 2020 18:00 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MB

The saying there’s light at the end of every dark tunnel is true. When you hit the lowest point in your life and you want to end it, but the universe gave you a second chance you have to use it; Cam Young tells us his story and what light came out of it. instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camtbpe/      

New Era of Mental Health ft. Ebony Stewart

July 24, 2020 14:27 - 39 minutes - 70.4 MB

On this episode I chat it up with poet Ebony Stewart about new era therapy: social media, is therapy the answer and not always leaning on your friends to be your therapist. Follow Ebony at: https://www.instagram.com/gullyprincess/ 1st poem: Ebony Stewart - "Mental health Barz" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIGWW... 2nd poem: Ebony Stewart - "How We Forget COVID-19 Files" after Loyce Gayo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0XnC4... Follow Becky and the show: @beckythepoet @unspokenwordspod...

The New Era of Mental Health feat. Ebony Stewart

July 23, 2020 15:01 - 39 minutes - 70.4 MB

On this episode I chat it up with poet Ebony Stewart about new era therapy: social media, is therapy the answer and not always leaning on your friends to be your therapist.

I Am A Conqueror ft. Carolyn White

July 18, 2020 14:44 - 24 minutes - 33 MB

On this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with author Carolyn White about rediscovering who you are after experiencing trauma and how to shift yourself from being a survivor to a conqueror. A link to Carolyn's new book releasing July 25th will be added here once it drops! Follow Becky and the show!: @beckythepoet @unspokenwordspodcast

After the Protest ft. Dani and J.C. Scott

July 09, 2020 18:32 - 50 minutes - 57.6 MB

With everything going on in America surrounding the injustice black people face, we want to do all we can to make sure their voices are heard and changes are made to correct the system, but after the protests end and we go home we often wonder "what do we do next?" On this episode I'm joined by Dallas protest organizers Danielau and Jacob Clayton to talk about what we can do to change this country for the better and insure the protection of black lives. Follow our Special guests: Dani @dan...

Unspoken Words of Brown Goddess

June 12, 2020 00:36 - 56 minutes - 77.6 MB

She knows a lot about marketing and poetry, supports the arts, and has the knowledge to back it up. She goes by the name Jasmine or Brown Goddess and is currently writing a book. During her quarantine times she is practicing her graphic design skills. Listen to what we chat about. instagram: @browngoddess1979 https://www.instagram.com/browngoddess1979/

Unspoken Words of Sophia Thakur

May 28, 2020 11:43 - 1 hour - 82.7 MB

Finally did it! Finally got Sophia Thakur all the way from London to be on the show. My favorite poet, a dope poet, a poet living the dream.... Sophia Thakur starts off the episode giving us a new poem she wrote about "break ups" and that of course touched my soul. First question: how do you know when a poem is done? and then we take off with an amazing episode.   

More About Poetry ft. Gods Ink

May 14, 2020 16:18 - 40 minutes - 55.8 MB

We have special guest Gods Ink; poet, host of Words I Never Said, creator of Ink Magazine. Gods Ink and Becky The Poet touches upon today's issue and moving into more poetry conversations.

Don't Stop Won't Stop 003 (stay 1-up Audio Version)

May 07, 2020 16:16 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MB

Dawun - Jamaal music artist, creative, event host and workshop host. What does he not do? Well you listen for yourself. Stream his music by searching Dawun-Jamaal on all listening platforms.  Follow him on ig: @itsdawunjamaal101  

Resting isn't being lazy ft. Anaisty

May 05, 2020 13:45 - 32 minutes - 44.1 MB

We have drum roll -da -da -da Anaisty - poet aka known as Dominika. We discuss resting during these times (covid-19 times) and how resting is important to rejuvenate our minds as a creative and just as a human being; we are literally made to work.  Follow Anaisty: instagram: @anaistythepoet email: [email protected]

Poetry and your faith ft. Joe Henkel

May 04, 2020 15:09 - 30 minutes - 41.8 MB

Finally Joe Henkel and I get together to record an episode, I've committed! Joe Henkel and I speak about his writing process not being the same routine. We discuss how poets write about what we know and explains how there's poetry in the Bible. He also gives up his perspective on how someone can "get closer to God" or "get back on track with their faith" the answer to that is there is no list of things you can do but it's the small things that just bring you to your faith or remind you abo...

The Aftermath of The Struggles ft. Kyndall

May 03, 2020 18:46 - 27 minutes - 37.6 MB

Yo what's good we bring Kyndall back to the podcast and we discuss where she has been what adventures she has in the future of 2020. Kyndall took sometime back to soul search and find her faith with God and walk into her purpose.  Show love to Kyndall and future adventures in instagram @iam_kyndall  

How are you staying busy? ft. Poetikayl Solution

April 23, 2020 04:19 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MB

I had to cut the asian series short just because it wasn't working out during these times but back to formula one! We have poet guest: Poetikayl Solution aka Marcell Wallace from Abilene, TX and we talk about how we are staying busy and what projects we got coming. PoetikaylSolution starts off with an original piece about BEING KIND. Towards the end we did a little something new. Hope you like it :)   

Don't Stop Won't Stop 002

April 10, 2020 00:12 - 30 minutes - 42.2 MB

Bonus series for the listeners where Becky The Poet is bringing nothing but positive vibes.  Calling the homie Chris Clark from CC2 Media and catching up on what he has been doing with a lot of his free time. Last time you heard from Chris was from Epi. 22 Chris's Words [Corporate America]. https://linktr.ee/chriss_swavey

Unspoken Words of One Hunned (Lao Muralist & Jack of All Trades)

April 04, 2020 02:01 - 33 minutes - 45.6 MB

One Hunned aka One Bouriyaphon an entrepreneur out in California with a team all over the world representing the Lao, Thai and Cambodian culture. One is a muralists and tattoo artists who was known as the black sheep in the asian culture who did not fall along the same path as the stereotypical asian.  Follow One: @iamonehunned @onetouchhairbrush @hmgmusicgroupllc

Unspoken Words of Masaki Takahashi

March 25, 2020 03:10 - 52 minutes - 72.5 MB

On this episode we have Masaki Takahashi; host and founder of The Poetry Room out in Lansing, Michigan he also host poetry workshops for teens at Everett New Tech High School. For this episode who discuss how The Poetry Room came about because he had something to prove, like the feeling of all asians. I even learn a new word “chinglish” which came about discussing Masaki explaining poetry to his family. The lesson of perfection beaten into us as a child. Listen till the very end to hear Masa...

Don't Stop Won't Stop 001

March 20, 2020 18:25 - 16 minutes - 22.6 MB

Bonus series for the listeners where Becky The Poet is bringing nothing but positive vibes.  I spoke with Jonathan Jones from Speak Your Success to see how he has been handling it all.   

Don't Stop Won't Stop 001

March 20, 2020 18:25 - 16 minutes - 22.6 MB

Bonus series for the listeners where Becky The Poet is bringing nothing but positive vibes.  I spoke with Jonathan Jones from Speak Your Success to see how he has been handling it all.   

Sneaker Baby Macarons

March 19, 2020 13:45 - 44 minutes - 61.3 MB

Quote of the week "if you're going to do something, you better be good at it" - asian parents This week we have Tiffany Tran the founder of Sneaker Baby Macarons. Did you know Sneaker Baby named their business after their cat and their signature macaron flavor is Cheez-It? Find out more when listening to this episode. instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sneakerbabymacarons/

Filipino Food w Chef Randall Braud

March 16, 2020 13:48 - 44 minutes - 61.3 MB

On this episode we talk about Filipino food in Dallas with Chef Randall Braud. We also speak about the rise on Southeast Asian cuisine how it’s growing right now as we speak, the difference between lumpia and egg rolls and more about food from the Philippines.

Unspoken Words of Asia Samson

March 09, 2020 03:03 - 46 minutes - 64.5 MB

Links to follow: https://www.theasiaproject.com

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