Parhaat Learning To Fly Podcastit (2024)

Today's episode is updates about the poetry marathon I just hosted and the upcoming community events I'll be hosting! If you're listening to this you're invited to join us!

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Entering another new year 2:29

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Just a short hello and we're back! Happy new year and I'll see you all again very very soon!

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Random questions - Christmas Time!! 12:41

1y ago12:41

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Today Nico returns to chat Christmas, gifts, and goodwill!

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Random questions: s'mores summer or winter? 18:27

1y ago18:27

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So today Brenna from Rose colored books joins me once again and we are discussing pastries, movies, books and music in all our random and silly questions. But now we have to get you guys to weigh in - are s'mores summer or winter?????

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Random questions: Christmas in 100 degrees 26:27

1y ago26:27

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Today I'm joined by Ash Raymond James and we're talking Christmas TV and colors!

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The Rose colored bookclub 18:30

1y ago18:30

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Today I'm joined by Brenna from Rose colored books and we're talking about her brand new Fabel book club!!!!Join here:Follow her on Instagram:And to join my book club:

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Thanksgiving day 2023 27:46

1y ago27:46

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On today's episode of the podcast we explored the poems "Thanksgiving" by Edgar Albert guest, "yam" by Bruce Guernsey "perhaps the world ends" by Joy Harjo and finally a very lengthy and incredible piece "catalogue of unabashed gratitude" by Ross Gay

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Random questions: Artichoke edition 20:19

1y ago20:19

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Kit Brannish joins me for their first ever episode on the podcast and I am so excited because random questions are just a part of our friendship. Also this is artichoke edition, what do artichokes mean to you?

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Upcoming events 14:58

1y ago14:58

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These are all things I either didn't mention yesterday or didn't explain well enough by my standards! But tomorrow we'll be back with the real content and I'm so excited for our random questions segment to return!!!!

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Updates and Introductions 8:43

1y ago8:43

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Today's episode exploded where I've been and what I've been working on in the meantime. There are two brand new poems featured and some updates on cool things happening and where you can find more information on the less cool happenings too!

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National Novel Writing Month 2023 13:43

1y ago13:43

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Today is the very first day of NaNoWriMo 2023 - and this episode is just an introduction to what that means, how to join and what I'm working on this year as well! Most years I'm a traditional writer - in some respect but this year I'm a rebel taking on a handful of smaller projects rather than one full-sized novel!…

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Random questions - Halloween edition 12:31

1y ago12:31

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Today I'm joined by my friend Nico to discuss all things Halloween and travel!!!

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Self care Saturday returns 9:48

1y ago9:48

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Today we are really just going back to the basics and getting an idea of what self-care can mean or look like while still embracing the wonder and magic of customizing it to our own needs. Also self care can be a full blown thing - but it can also be a series of little moments throughout a day or week that add up to be just as refreshing. Today's r…

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Friday mini workshop 8:50

1y ago8:50

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Today we are talking about how inspiration truly is everywhere and how to embrace that in our creativity. There's also a section of this conversation where you are encouraged to create from two different perspectives. Happy creating as we head into the weekend!

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Prep-tober an overview 14:30

1y ago14:30

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If you're like me and you're getting geared up for NaNoWriMo (National novel writing month in November) you're also participating in some version of prep-tober! Here's a general overview and how I modify the process for poetry! Tune in to the very end for a list of communities and resources!!!

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Recap: 2023 Poetry Marathon 20:27

1y ago20:27

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This is a recap of the 2023 Official Poetry Marathon process and poems from my perspective. We will be doing a sincerelybluejay version of this to ring in the new year and I can't wait to tell you more about that as time goes on. There's some poems, some fun moments, and some about the process talk too.…

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Welcome October 9:17

1y ago9:17

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This episode is an introduction to the MilWordY challenge and this month's prompt list. It's great to be back - I hope you're well.

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September 30, 2023 14:59

1y ago14:59

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Recap, housekeeping, beginning again.

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Frogger, NES, and Laura Croft... 20:51

2y ago20:51

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Frogger, NES, and Laura Croft all wish you a very happy National Trivia Day as Zach and I test our knowledge about both video game history and characters. This episode was a blast to create, but I promise you, no Pineapples, Kings, or Zachs were harmed in the making of this one. Happy National Trivia Day everyone and thanks for joining me for yet a…

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Beginning with Variety 25:48

2y ago25:48

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Today's episode of the Learning to Fly podcast is all about variety and reminding ourselves and each other that there are so many amazing creators out there. And sometimes we do not resonate with a piece in the beginning - or at all even - but that doesn't mean that the creator isn't amazingly talented or that the poem is worthless. So listen with …

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Monday Muse: Clean Breaks and Fresh Starts 21:59

2y ago21:59

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Monday Muse is what I've been calling the workshop series featured in my Substack Newsletter the Hummingbird Lounge! And as of today - I've decided that they will also be available here on the Learning to Fly podcast for anyone who prefers to learn through audible style lectures and narratives. I sincerely hope you'll enjoy today's workshop featuri…

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The Learning to Fly Book Club - take one 12:37

2y ago12:37

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That's right, folks, this year I want to try something new on the podcast and within the SincerelyBlueJay community - a book club! With a book a month! And January's book is the Starless Sea by Erin Morganstern. Currently I am re-listening to the full cast audiobook on Audible and rereading and reannotating my physical thrift store copy. Though, I …

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Questions You Didn't Know Needed to be Asked 26:16

2y ago26:16

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Today's episode of the Learning to Fly podcast is exploring the two BlueJay Prompt Journals alongside two other creatives. Discussing how to approach prompts, the different mediums you could use to create, and the numerous conversations the prompts could start. This was a blast to put together and I hope that if you don't already have one or both o…

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Christmas Eve with Vertellis Holiday Coasters!!!!!! 31:14

2y ago31:14

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I am so excited to have some family visiting and a brand new deck of the Vertellis Holiday Coasters!!!!! And correction: in the episode I say its a swedish company. Truly it is from the Netherlands - this is why you should not drink while podcasting!!!! I love this game, I love my family, and I am so glad that we get to put this episode together fo…

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Re-Visiting Nikita Gill Poetry: At Random 23:25

2y ago23:25

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As of right now, the episode I did in 2020 based around Nikita Gill Poetry is the TOP episode listened to in the history of this podcast. And it continues to get new listens EVERY DAY. You're right. Nikita is INCREDIBLE. And there truly is a poem for everyone. and every situation. And everything. So why wouldn't you keep going back to that episode?…

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Exploring What Might Have Been Forgotten 22:33

2y ago22:33

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This episode was intended as a catch-up quick information interlude and re-welcoming of sorts. But I rambled. And it felt right. So let's ramble away together, and explore what might have been forgotten between your first time here and where we are now. Listen or skip as feels right to you and we'll be back with our regularly scheduled programming …

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Winter Solstice 2022 - The Shortest Day 14:25

2y ago14:25

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I know, it's so incredible to be back, but I've honestly been away so long, I wonder if I remember how to write a description that will catch your eye. Or start a conversation. Or spark a memory. So instead, let me say, thank you for sticking with me. Or thank you for finding your way here if this is the first episode of Learning to Fly you are exp…

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Kiana Returns to talk Bob Marley, Collaborations, and Performing Live! 31:50

2y ago31:50

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On today's episode of the Learning to Fly Podcast, I'm thrilled to be joined again by Kiana (Kmusic1318) to discuss a recent song collaboration inspired by Bob Marley, the process of collaborating with other creators, and also what it has been like to perform in a time when the world is still trying to navigate the pandemic but ease out of precauti…

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World Mental Health Day 2022 25:10

2y ago25:10

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On today's episode of the Learning to Fly podcast I shared the poems: "When the Bough Breaks" by Andrea Gibson, "Lady Lazarus" by Sylvia Plath, "The Soul has Bandaged Moments" by Emily Dickenson, "The Backyard Mermaid" by Matthea Harvey, "Little Stones at my Window" by Mario Benedetti, and finally "How I am" by Jason Shinder. I hope that you'll lis…

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Madalyn M. Joins the Learning to Fly Family 36:28

2+ y ago36:28

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I am thrilled to announce that today's guest is a fellow creative from within the Neil Hilborn Writing Circle Family and I'm so excited to also welcome them to our Learning to Fly family!!!!! We are discussing poetry, the concept of "coming out" to your family in more than the traditional sense and even exploring the subject of asexuality. To suppo…

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WELCOME BACK!! 20:16

2+ y ago20:16

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WELCOME BACK TO THE LEARNING TO FLY PODCAST!!!!!!!! It is soooooo lovely to have you here! New Logo by Serenya Chan: https://www.instagram.com/serenyachan/ Intro and Outro music by LivvyWritesPoetry: https://www.instagram.com/livvywritespoetry/

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LTFSummerReading: L.R. Friedman 35:16

2+ y ago35:16

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On today's episode of the Learning to Fly podcast, Brenna and I are joined by another Summer Reading Challenge guest - author L.R. Friedman! And her book Decend is coming out sooo soon, on August 23, 2022! Tune into this episode to discover whether this novel is for you or not - and even better book two is coming in January! L.R. Friedman is a high…

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LTFSummerReading: Skyler Talley 31:07

2+ y ago31:07

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On today's episode of the Learning to Fly Podcast, Brenna from @rose.colored.books and I are joined by self-published author Skyler Talley to discuss BOTH of her lovely books, her writing process and of course, your favorite: random questions! Please remember to support all three of us: Skyler's website: https://skylertalley.com/ Skyler's Instagram…

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Exploring Kindness (FAMILY FRIENDLY!!!!!) 25:50

2+ y ago25:50

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Today's episode of the Learning to Fly podcast encourages us to take a step back and evaluate the way we treat ourselves and others as well. These are incredible poems, great for all ages and styles of life. I encourage you to share this episode, elaborate on it in your own voice and community, and as always continue to be the fabulous people I kno…

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Story the Animist: Too Many Rainbows 23:34

2+ y ago23:34

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Today's episode of the Learning to Fly podcast was a difficult one to put together, but personally, I believe that makes it all the more important. Please listen with caution but do carry on. If you'd like to support Story further: https://linktr.ee/StoryTheAnimist If you'd like to join Neil Hilborn's writing circle: https://neilhilborn.com/writing…

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First Time Guest: Nayar C.S. 29:49

2+ y ago29:49

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On today's episode of the Learning to Fly podcast I'm joined by a fellow Neil Hilborn Writing Circle family member, Nayar. We talk circle, writing method, and of course we get to hear one of Nayars poems as well! Honestly, this is an episode I've been WAITING to make since the podcast began and I'm sorry it took SOOOOO long to get here but I could …

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Identity and Two Great Poems 32:35

2+ y ago32:35

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On today's episode of Learning to Fly the podcast, I'm joined by Kaiden (Kyra) and Sophie Palmieri once again to discuss the poems "At Pegasis" by Terrence Hayes and "The Moon is Trans" by Joshua Jennifer Espinoza in connection with the importance of identity and queer living. If you want to understand more about why Kyra is an acceptable nickname …

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LTF Summer Reading w/ Allie Sarah 33:21

2+ y ago33:21

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On today's episode of the Learning to Fly podcast I'm thrilled that the Learning to Fly Summer Reading Challenge made this happen - so I'm joined with today's Co-host Brenna from Rose.Colored.Books and the guest of the hour is young author, Allie Sarah! Who was picked up by SnowRidge Press for an incredible Young Adult Romance releasing later on. T…

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Self Care Saturdays Return too!!!!! 12:43

2+ y ago12:43

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On today's episode of the Learning to Fly podcast we take inspiration from body mind and spirit Saturdays and revamp them into self Care Saturdays. Today we discussed healthy apple nachos, spending time outside, getting enough sleep and of course the #LTFSummerReading challenge.

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First Time: Kaiden Palmieri 33:01

2+ y ago33:01

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On today's episode of the Learning to Fly podcast I'm joined by some beloved friends, Sophie and Kaiden Palmieri to discuss being trans in today's day and age. And the importance of carrying who you were prior to transitioning with you regardless of where you are now or where you end up. The struggles faced leading up to transitioning craft a warri…

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Random Episode: We're BACK!!!!! 16:41

2+ y ago16:41

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Today Brenna from Brenna's Books (@rose.colored.books on Instagram - and more) and I bring back the beloved weekly minisodes of Learning To Fly's Random Questions with Random People. On it we discussed hobbies, goals, and of course recent news (as we were recording in late May 2022) as well as our AMAZING SPUR OF THE MOMENT SUMMER READING PROGRAM. …

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RoseColoredBooks on Camp NaNoWriMo 19:36

2+ y ago19:36

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This episode is an introduction to Camp NaNoWriMo with returning guest, RoseColoredBooks. We discuss advice, tactics, tips and of course my upcoming 24 hour charity live stream to fundraise in support of NaNoWriMo. For more information check out: https://www.instagram.com/rose.colored.books/ https://www.instagram.com/sincerelybluejaypoetry/…

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Blooming Again in April! 16:20

2+ y ago16:20

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Alrighty, we are back and regaining our stride here on the Learning to Fly podcast! And what better way to do that, than to kick off a month of so many incredible things right here! To join us for Poem in your pocket day please send your recordings to m.rene@sincerelybluejay.com To be a guest this month on the topic of NaPoWriMo or Camp NaNoWriMo p…

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World Optimism day!!!!!!!!! 18:49

3y ago18:49

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Today's episode of the learning to fly podcast emphasizes optimism and positivity in both classic and modern poetry. Please join me in celebrating this wonderful day and all it's other celebrations (as noted in the episode intro) through poetry, kindness and the embracing the community surrounding you. If you'd like to read the poems featured in to…

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Prasannawrites (My friend of many names finally visits us!) 16:23

3y ago16:23

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Today's episode of the Learning to Fly podcast is one I've been trying to put together for what feels like eons - but today we are making history! So please join me in celebrating my friend of many names (Mark, Senryu, Hiraeth, PrasannaWrites etc.) and their release of "Letters from the BloodGroove" To support: https://prasannawrites.tumblr.com/ ht…

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February's Lineup 4:13

3y ago4:13

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Just a quick look at what to expect from the podcast and my platforms this month!

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Why don't you read Classics? 14:42

3y ago14:42

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On today's episode of the Learning to Fly podcast I am so excited to welcome back Brenna from Rose Colored Books on IG! Clearly most of the questions are book or writing related, but I can't wait to see what questions you enjoy most and how your TBR lists or favorite authors expand because of this conversation! Remember to support Brenna at: https:…

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The Writing Journey with Amanda Karch 25:04

3y ago25:04

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On today's episode of Learning to Fly Amanda Karch of @AKKWriting joins me to talk about the writing process and the journey from her debut poetry collection "Her Favorite Color was Sunshine Yellow" to the nonfiction project that was released mid-December, "Poetic Potential: Sparking Change & Empowerment Through Poetry"To Support Amanda Check out t…

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