Verse on Fire

Hello, this is Paul Gravina, and welcome to the world of slam poetry and art! This podcast is dedicated to exploring the exciting and dynamic world of slam poetry and its intersection with art. Slam poetry is an art form that has captivated audiences around the world, with its powerful words, dynamic performances, and engaging social commentary. Through this podcast, we'll take you on a journey through the history of slam poetry, exploring its roots in the jazz clubs of Chicago to its present-day popularity and evolution. Whether you're a seasoned slam poet or a newcomer to the world of poetry and art, this podcast is sure to inspire, inform, and entertain. So sit back, relax, and join us on this exciting journey through the world of slam poetry and art. So I got into slam poetry because of a job I had back in the day. I was a salesman in New York City, and I would practice before and after sales calls, taking both sides of the conversations. I know that people would look at me having these discussions with myself and say, that dude is crazy. But it was great practice for the calls, and what I would do is just go with it and rhyme, slam, and just keep creating. Fast forward to today, and I blog, run a business, slam, and create art so I thought, Why not let's go for it, You need all the outlets you can have, and podcasting is just another cog in the wheel of being creative. During each podcast, I will add my own slam poetry, usually based on something I heard, dreamed, or feel like when I wake up. So enough about me, and let’s get some history out of the way.