EPISODE 21 | Fun fact: up to 70% of people say they grapple with Imposter Syndrome at some point in their lives.

EPISODE 20 | Get ready for the annual Association of Writers and Writing Programs Conference with Danielle.

EPISODE 19 | In this episode, Jess explores the timeless connection that draws poets to lunar inspiration.

EPISODE 18 | Take an unfiltered, behind-the-scenes look at our early recording hurdles, our scriptwriting evolution, and the grand battle against imposter syndrome.

EPISODE 17 | Listen to find out not only where you fall on the spectrum of adventurers, researchers, and pathfinders in our community, but what your next best step is on your self-taught journey.

EPISODE 16 | Demystify the chapbook journey from concept to creation, so you can decide how you want your poems to appear in the world.

EPISODE 15 | Learn the five kinds of anthologies Lori loves and the potential drawbacks of each.

EPISODE 14 | Find your and nurture your ideal readers with a mailing list!

EPISODE 13 | Adventure to the stars with us, as we dive deeper into our understanding of planets in astrology by studying poet Wislawa Szymborska’s birth chart.

EPISODE 12 | Danielle offers a chance for creatives to reconsider what's necessary and what's often misunderstood about living a creative life.

EPISODE 11 | Marilyn explores the use of ghosts in literature, focusing on their versatility and significance in different genres.

EPISODE 10 | In this episode, we explain the poet’s ABCs (Always Be Collecting) as we explore how to use word lists and word banks to activate your creative writing.

EPISODE 9 | Learn to treat poetry as a profession with practical tips and strategies that help poets establish a focused writing practice and achieve their goals.

EPISODE 8 | Danielle breaks down a simple, but well-rounded strategy for creating a reading list for yourself like you’d find in a graduate-level creative writing course.

EPISODE 7 | In this episode, Jess covers Mercury and its lore, the signs it rules, and why leaning into Mercury's strengths can help our writing craft.

EPISODE 6 | Lori draws from her own experience, to explain the joy and the challenges of connecting online to a community of writers.

EPISODE 5 | Whether you’re a writer curious about the prompting process, or a facilitator looking to reinvigorate your repertoire this episode is for you.

EPISODE 4 | From embracing unique experiences to handling rejection, here are our best strategies for building poetic confidence.

EPISODE 3 | The prose poem offers a wide canvas for experimentation, attracting innovative voices in contemporary poetry.

EPISODE 2 | Learn the origin of The Poetry Lab and our mission to create a space for writers to learn, collaborate, and grow.

EPISODE 1 | From journaling to walking, these five practices can give you the jumpstart you need for your journey.