Something more than Gibberish Podcast

Something more than Gibberish Episode 45 - Amy Laessle-Morgan

This episode features the amazing, multi-talented Amy Laessle-Morgan (IG: @ultramarine_poetry). This segment expounds on selected poetry by featured guests, extending a warm welcome to Amy.
Amy Laessle-Morgan is a published poet residing in Southeast Michigan.  When not writing, Amy enjoys photography, music, reading, traveling and playing bass guitar. 
Amy’s work has been published in Gypsophila Art And Literary Magazine, Sterling Script: A Local Author Collection, Poetic Reveries Magazine, Artifex Literary Magazine, and Squirrel Cane Press. Her debut poetry collection, East Coast Heartbreak, is now available. You can find more of Amy’s work on Instagram where she writes as @ultramarine_poetry.
If you are unfamiliar with Amy’s work, check out her page on Instagram (@ultramarine_poetry) or her debut book “East Coast Heartbreak”, you will not be disappointed.
Sincere appreciation and humble thanks to Amy for featuring on the show.

Something more than Gibberish Episode 44 - Hayley Ricketson

This episode features the amazing and outspoken Hayley Ricketson (IG: @whatrickowrote). This segment expounds on selected poetry by featured guests, extending a warm welcome to Hayley.
Hayley is a playwright, poet, procrastinator and public servant. Hayley's writing encompasses political issues, humour and sometimes an expression of anger towards social injustices but she is always up for a friendly chat.
Hayley was a Slam finalist in London and Melbourne and is fortunate to be part of the current 'Slamalamadingdong' team in Naarm (Melbourne, Australia). Hayley has previously staged theatre plays in London and Melbourne and would love the opportunity to do it again because 'theatre is great'.
Besides a love of cats and taramasalata dip, Hayley is a big fan of creative expression; she loves words, stories and watching people express themselves creatively in public, - spoken word poetry events are kind of a no-brainer for her. Hayley is highly skilled at overthinking and dancing while seated when trying to write and/or work. Hayley writes with the intention of being honest and thoughtful.
If you are unfamiliar with Hayley’s work, check out her page on Instagram (@whatrickowrote) or if in Melbourne, catch at live gigs, you will not be disappointed.
Sincere appreciation and humble thanks to Hayley for featuring on the show. Extending appreciation to everyone in the audience and those who watch the recording, without your support there is no show.

Something more than Gibberish Episode 43 - Goodbye 2024 Show

The 'Goodbye 2024' show will not host a featured guest; instead there will be impromptu recitals by guests who attend the room and the host.
Extending  sincere thanks to the featured guests through 2024 and to the audience who regularly attended the room to support featured guests, without you, the show wouldn’t be the same, your support helps to showcase our featured guests and instigate valued discussions. Heartfelt thanks to our guests who shared of themselves today, your support in celebrating SMTG in 2024 is most valued.
Many thanks to my co-host GeminiFox, her contributions to the show throughout the year are most valued. It  has been a pleasure hosting the show since its inception through 2024, thank you Gemini
Wishing everyone a safe, happy and prosperous Year in 2025
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Something more than Gibberish Episode 42 - Todd Worrell

In this episode Stephanie and Rainier feature the amazing Todd Worrell. This segment expounds on selected poetry by featured guests, extending a warm welcome to our featured guest this week, the gentle unassuming persona of Todd Worrell (IG: @midagedpoetry).
Todd is from the US currently living in Ontario, in pursuit of his heart’s desire.  
 
Todd loves collecting guitars and playing them occasionally.  In order to support his guitar and grilled cheese sandwich obsessions he plays the role of a veterinarian during the week.
 
Todd started writing in 2019, at the age of 45, and draws inspiration from personal experience, memories and dreams, medicine, and mythology. His influences include Dante, DH Lawrence, TS Eliot.
 
Within the Instagram poetry community,   Todd is well respected and his kind generous support on the platform is ever treasured by artists who cross paths with him. As a result of his unassuming, supportive, kind and welcoming nature, Todd’s contributions can often be missed. (Hard not to behind the vivacious personality of LG)
If you are unfamiliar with Todd’s work, check out his  page on Instagram (@midagedpoetry) and also his published work “A Good Dark” available on Amazon.
Sincere thanks to GeminiFox, always a pleasure hosting the show each week with you, thank you Gemini.

Something more than Gibberish Episode 41 - Ms. Betty Ubiles

In this episode Stephanie and Rainier feature the lovable Ms. Betty Ubiles. This segment expounds on selected poetry by featured guests, extending a warm welcome to our featured guest this week, the lovable and most adorable Ms. Betty Ubiles (IG: @ubilesbetty).
 
Betty Ubiles is a life in continuum-yesterdays/yesteryears today/right nowever present - hence resumé of my life achievements/failures, gifts received/given, dances celebrated performances of joy/lying prostate on waxed floors dressed in blues filled tears, daughter/sister/mother/grand&great mother……etc.
 
Ms. Betty is loved / was loved/ & she Loves STILL - a life short/& long for others. Asante Sana Betty Ubiles.
 
Within the Instagram poetry community, Ms. Betty is well respected and her kind generous support on IG lives is ever treasured by artists. Her kind welcoming nature is a treatment to her beautiful soul . If you are unfamiliar with Ms. Betty’s work, check out her  page on Instagram (@ubilesbetty).
 
Sincere thanks to GeminiFox, always a pleasure hosting the show each week with you, thank you Gemini.

Something more than Gibberish Episode 40 - Jeremy Hickson

In this episode Stephanie and Rainier feature the amazing Jeremy Hickson. This segment expounds on selected poetry by featured guests, extending a warm welcome to our featured guest this week, the talented and affable Jeremy Hickson (IG: @jack_val_trades)
The stage/pen name “Jack Val Trades” is inspired by the idea that, as a creative being, this artist is a Jack of all trades… master of some. The writer within is Jeremy Hickson. Jeremy’s work reaches at once backwards as roots, and forwards as canopy. It ranges from the metaphysical to the very physical; diversity rings out — an anthem.
Jeremy holds a BA from Rutgers University, where he double majored in English and Sociology.
In many of Jeremy’s poems, glimpses of the old masters can be gleaned, as well as influences from his present day poetic peers. A heartfelt thank you to all who hold space, and who carry a torch to contrast the darkness.
If you are unfamiliar with Jeremy’s work, check out his  page on Instagram (@jack_val_trades).
Sincere thanks to GeminiFox, always a pleasure hosting the show each week with you, thank you Gemini.

Something more than Gibberish Episode 39 - Vanessa Crampel

In this episode Stephanie and Rainier feature the amazing Vanessa Crampel. This segment expounds on selected poetry by featured guests, extending a warm welcome to our featured guest this week, the multidisciplinary artist, Vanessa Crampel (IG: @artness___).
Vanessa, also known as “Queen V” is a French Caribbean multidisciplinary artist with a deep passion for writing and performance. Raised in France, she began her artistic journey as a child, immersed in journaling, reading, and reciting poems.
Her love for words took center stage in 2019 when she performed spoken word poetry at Bar Oussou, where she met inspiring poets and artists. The pandemic offered her a chance to refine her skills, leading to a notable performance at the “Good Bread” online event in October 2021. Her impactful stage presence continued to grow, culminating in her roles as an MC and renom poet at Bar Oussou and the Black History Month Festival 2023 in Naarm (Melbourne).
Vanessa’s work captures an intuitive and free-spirited journey, characterised by love and calmness. It aims to foster reflective, curious engagement and build meaningful connections within her community.
Fun fact: She has a slice of cheese tattooed behind her left ear.
If you are unfamiliar with Vanessa’s work, check out her page on Instagram (@artness___). Also check out Vanessa's work on Kriyaness.com/queenv 
Sincere thanks to GeminiFox, always a pleasure hosting the show each week with you, thank you Gemini.

Something more than Gibberish Episode 38 - Nick Jenkins

In this episode Stephanie and Rainier feature the amazing Nick Jenkins. This segment expounds on selected poetry by featured guests, extending a warm welcome to our featured guest this week, a Melbourne based poet, Nick Jenkins (IG: @nick.jenx or on TikTok @crayonvisuals).
A young poet from Bay-side Melbourne, Australia, with a little over a years experience in his new found love for poetry. Nick aims to compel those who listen, to act on his words to have a better day.
Though starting his writing journey recently, Nick has captured audiences around the Melbourne spoken word scene through his profound memorised recitals that are heart warming, insightful and encouraging. Nick has been featured at prominent venues around Melbourne never failing to touch the hearts of listeners through his touching poetry. I personally love his balanced outlook on life which comes through in his writing.
If you are unfamiliar with Nick’s work, check out his page on Instagram (@nick.jenx), or on TikTok (@crayonvisuals).
Sincere thanks to GeminiFox, always a pleasure hosting the show each week with you, thank you Gemini.

Something more than Gibberish Episode 37 - Lanai Monroe

In this episode Stephanie and Rainier feature the beautiful Lanai Monroe. This segment expounds on selected poetry by featured guests, extending a warm welcome to our featured guest this week, the one and only Lanai Monroe (IG: @lanaimonroe91).
Lanai Monroe Is the Founder Of Thee Mother Herbal Butterfly brand & Lanai Monroe LLC.
Living her life as a Mother of 2, Entrepreneur, a Traveling Poet, Student, Herbalist, & Event Coordinator.
Lanai started her journey hosting her first Open Mic show "Poetic Shenanigans. She used this show to promote transparent & vulnerable conversations virtually while expressing poetry. Her Goal is to spread love back into the core of humanity by being an advocate for self healing and self growth.
Lanai and her life partner ‘Slow Mo The Poet’ now curate their own events "Open Mic Party" in Frederick MD, through their collaborative Brand "A Poetry Life Open Mic Party Events."
Don't forget to Live Laugh Love and Heal!!  Thee Mother Herbal Butterfly Loves You. 
If you are unfamiliar with Lanai’s work, check out her page on Instagram (@lanaimonroe91), catch her on IG Lives or her follow up on her published work.
Sincere thanks to GeminiFox, always a pleasure hosting the show each week with you, thank you Gemini.

Something more than Gibberish Episode 36 - Kaleel John

In this episode Stephanie and Rainier feature the amazing Kaleel John. This segment expounds on selected poetry by featured guests, extending a warm welcome to our featured guest this week, the amazing Kaleel John (IG: @kingchozen1).Born and raised in Montreal, Canada, of Caribbean descent, Kaleel John has always been creative, even though he never saw himself as a writer. Poetry was a means of expression, starting at a very young age he wrote poems for the loves of his life, about growing up in Montreal, and considered his poems a form of therapy and self-reflection.Over the years, Kaleel amassed a collection of poems on hard drives, on sheets of loose-leaf paper, and in notebooks. It became clear to him that it was time to put them together for the world to see. Enjoy his captivating artistry with the ebbs and flows of his pen and connect with his poetry in your own way.If you are unfamiliar with Kaleel’s work, check out his page on Instagram on @kingchozen1Sincere thanks to GeminiFox, always a pleasure hosting the show each week with you, thank you Gemini.