
Talking Writing, Open Mics, and Contests with Bob Sharkey
Thom Francis talks with Bob Sharkey about writing for work, local open mics, and how the DiBiase Poetry Contest came to be.
Thom Francis talks with Bob Sharkey about writing for work, local open mics, and how the DiBiase Poetry Contest came to be.
Thom Francis talks with Don Levy about his poem “Mike Pence Goes to Hamilton,” “wokeness,” and using poetry as social commentary.
Thom Francis sits down with Carol Durant to discuss her poetry, how her family inspires and supports her art, theater, and more.
Thom Francis talks with Alyssa Michelle about poetry, how an introvert goes to open mics, and how personal experiences shape her writing.
Thom Francis chats with PV about inspiration, the mantra – “Be Great,” and what it’s like on stage getting a reaction from a live audience.
Thom Francis discusses “Coins,” how family plays a role in writing, how life experiences shape art, and more with Cheryl A. RIce.
Thom Francis talks with Carolee Bennett about early writing and revisiting poetry in college, putting together a manuscript, and ups and downs of life.
Thom Francis talks with Jill Crammond about what inspires her work, what poetry means in a post-COVID world, & how motherhood shapes her writing.
Thom Francis talks with local poet and writer Rhonda Rosenheck about her poem “The Woman,” her love of mysteries, and her start in writing.
Thom Francis talks with local poet Algorhythm about writing as a form of therapy, keeping work personal, and his life now as a teacher.
Thom Francis talks with Mojavi about not giving up on your dreams, addiction changing neighborhoods, and if poetry can still change the world.
Thom Francis talks with D. Colin about her poem “Up Ahead We’ll See,” her Haitian heritage, and incorporating cultural identity into her art.