Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion

Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a show focused on promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest Melikabella, a multidisciplinary artist from Las Vegas, discusses her journey into poetry, inspired by her ruminating thoughts. She shares her experience as a headline speaker at TEDx Las Vegas, emphasizing the importance of intentional performance. Melikabella advises aspiring poets to start small and be inspired by others. The show features various poets, including Chelsea Marae, who shares a personal poem about motherhood, and Walter English, who reads a powerful piece on the fear of being a black boy in America. The program concludes with a message on the importance of love, sharing, and humility.