Episode 9: Unmasking the Power of Poetry: A Conversation with Paula Pivko

Unmask the power of poetry with Florida poet and prosthetist/orthotist, Paula Pivko. In our fascinating conversation, Paula unravels the inspiration behind her first poem, drawing upon a painting of masks and exploring the authenticity of people - or lack thereof. Her father, a teacher, was instrumental in nurturing her writing journey, a fact she candidly shares. Paula also recalls a kayaking adventure that birthed a captivating poem. She then captivates us with a reading of her powerful poem, The Monster, prompted by the tragic Pulse shooting and the attempted insurrection in January 2021.

Delving into the second half of our conversation, Paula shares her latest endeavor; a collection of poems that reverses the order of time, retracing her life story from the present to the past. She discloses her bias for poetry over short stories and reveals plans for future publications. To add to the allure of our chat, she gives another reading, this time of a poem called Secret. The brilliance of this episode lies in how Paula's personal inspiration and experiences morph into riveting pieces of poetry. So, buckle up for our next twofer episode, it's sure to be a poetic ride!

I hope you come back for more. Each story will bring a unique style and character.