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The podcast from the folks who bring you Meat For Tea: The Valley Review. A quarterly publication of arts and literature now has it's very own audio companion. Each episode will have a variety of arts and literature, spoken word, live music and readings, interviews, and more! Check out the preview e…

Meat For Tea


    • May 22, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 18m AVG DURATION
    • 158 EPISODES

    Ivy Insights

    The Meat For Teacast podcast is a delightful listen that brings together local and national talent in an inviting and comfortable space. Hosted by Elizabeth and her partner Mark, this podcast offers a unique and enjoyable experience. Elizabeth's voice is soothing and easy to listen to, making it a pleasure to tune in. The banter between the hosts and their guests creates a warm and friendly atmosphere that makes you feel like you're among friends. The podcast covers a wide range of creative people, including writers, musicians, and visual artists, providing listeners with engaging conversations about their work. It's like dropping in on a groovy dinner party where interesting discussions flow freely. In addition to the stimulating conversations, there are also moments of laughter that add to the overall enjoyment of the show. The podcast is masterfully produced, showcasing the hosts' passion for artists and their dedication to creating a high-quality listening experience.

    One of the best aspects of The Meat For Teacast podcast is its loose and free-flowing format. Unlike many interview programs that follow a structured approach, this podcast feels more organic and spontaneous. The hosts allow conversations to naturally unfold, creating an authentic and relaxed atmosphere. This casual approach gives guests the freedom to express themselves fully, resulting in more genuine insights into their creative process. This makes for an engaging listening experience that feels fresh and exciting.

    While there are many great aspects of this podcast, one potential downside is its focus on Western Massachusetts creative minds. Although this can be appealing for local listeners or those interested in the area's arts scene, it may slightly limit the appeal for those outside the region who may not be familiar with these artists or have a personal connection to Western Massachusetts. However, given the diverse range of guests featured on the show, there is still plenty of content that can resonate with a wider audience.

    In conclusion, The Meat For Teacast podcast is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a laid-back and enjoyable podcast featuring conversations with creative individuals. Elizabeth and Mark's chemistry is infectious, and their passion for artists shines through in each episode. The show's loose format allows for organic and engaging discussions that feel like a breath of fresh air in the podcasting landscape. Whether you're a fan of literature, music, or visual arts, this podcast offers something for everyone. So grab a cup of tea, sit back, and let the Meat For Teacast podcast take you on an inspiring journey into the world of creativity.



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    S6 E19 Scott Ferry and 500 Hidden Teeth

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 66:33


    Join Elizabeth as she chats with Scott Ferry again! This time they discuss his new Meat For Tea Press book 500 Hidden Teeth, and as usual, a whole lot more.Find out more!https://ferrypoetry.com/Dummy band: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gCyb1729fe0Peel Dream Magazine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqSPeufe3aAHorsegirl: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mC1v7Y7bIKs Christian Lozada He's a Color Until He's Not : https://www.amazon.com/Hes-Color-Until-Not/dp/1957799145/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=dze64&content-id=amzn1.sym.0fb2cce1-1ca4-439a-844b-8ad0b1fb77f7&pf_rd_p=0fb2cce1-1ca4-439a-844b-8ad0b1fb77f7&pf_rd_r=135-0225680-2686938&pd_rd_wg=KCITJ&pd_rd_r=2ab4a64f-2a28-48d5-af6d-e4514e6c9ce5&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dsk Shawnte Orion Gravity and Spectacle:  https://www.amazon.com/Gravity-Spectacle-Shawnte-Orion/dp/1948800330/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3GWVSDES4T8QN&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oRa7xxdcpPPCrCQXREEY5yJEEVf34p2XZdOctRYxQnon4uhtatLt624lmjNNnpMG.hiOcd2sCBe2fnlkaSYEb_Vy2cT2krwG-wsV3FdVUg18&dib_tag=se&keywords=shawnte+orion&qid=1746811101&s=books&sprefix=shawnte+orion+%2Cstripbooks%2C169&sr=1-1 Bonnie Proudfoot Household Gods: https://www.amazon.com/Household-Gods-Bonnie-Proudfoot/dp/B0BD2V6N6L/ref=sr_1_2?crid=285PY07LRI61P&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.KADJxdw0w33EPTdsblf2rKVzEl99nnoBSlkUjk-naX3GjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.Qbk5A59gRRkRQY-r_2ffQxs8Mv9vYrEO57-yhH2v69M&dib_tag=se&keywords=bonnie+proudfoot&qid=1746811169&s=books&sprefix=bonnie+proudfoot%2Cstripbooks%2C186&sr=1-2 Kevin Ridgeway John Dorsey The Sacred Millennial Burial Ground: https://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Millennial-Burial-Ground/dp/B0DHD77D42/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3GFM43STGH8IN&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.F6qLvzSbUDDcJSDOCeJEGviddR8j2ynEx1IiRLuMGPc.7j2Qdnn58nQe8bxENf6CL9B5rWH2SmIT6OlDOMWz2uo&dib_tag=se&keywords=ridgeway+dorsey&qid=1746811233&s=books&sprefix=ridgeway+dorsey%2Cstripbooks%2C178&sr=1-1 The Residence: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8740614/

    S6 E18 Nancy Kricorian

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 52:05


    Join Elizabeth for a chat with author Nancy Kricorian, discussing her writing including her new novel The Burning Heart of the World out now on Red Hen Press.Find out more here:https://nancykricorian.net/Links to other topics discussed:One Fine Day by Nonny Hogrogian (1972 Caldecott Medal) https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/958211.One_Fine_DayEtel Adnan, Voyage, War, Exile: Three Essays https://litmuspress.org/product/voyage-war-exile-three-essays/Leon Surmelian, I Ask You Ladies and Gentlemen https://naasr.org/products/i-ask-you-ladies-and-gentlemenMashrou' Leila https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLD6mXESNzxX7EsTDHlGedQHeartstopper https://www.netflix.com/title/81059939

    S6 E17 Kathryn Good-Shiff

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 103:19


    For this episode, Elizabeth is joined by writer Kathryn Good-Shiff, author of the new Meat For Tea Press book Love Letters to Ghosts. They talk about writing, surrealism in poetry, a fish elevator, and much, much more. Do tuck in!Referenced in this conversation:Three-Martini Afternoons at the Ritz: The Rebellion of Sylvia Plath & Anne Sexton, by Gail CrowtherBlonde Indian: An Alaska Native Memoir, by Ernestine HayesStatue of Artemis of Ephesus   https://www.ekphrastic.net/the-ekphrastic-review/statue-of-artemis-of-ephesus-by-kathryn-good-schiff Find out more at https://www.kathryngoodschiff.comand https://meatfortea.com/books.htm

    S6 E16 Jeffrey Feingold, yet again!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 94:53


    For the third installment of this years Pushcart Award Nominee's series, we have Jeffrey Feingold back again with Elizabeth, discussing more of his short fiction. His latest book A Fine Madness, Jeffrey was nominated for the Pushcart Award for his story "The Blender". They talk about it's creation and insipration, and Jeffery reads some of his other work. A fine, fast-paced conversation! Do tuck in!https://meatfortea.com/books.htmhttps://jeffreymfeingold.com/

    S6 E15 - Ferry, Necakov and Scharhag rivisited for National Poetry Month!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 98:39


    In celebration of National Poetry Month, we thought it worthwhile to revisit this conversation with the authors of the Meat For Tea Press book Midnight Glossolalia to this engaging episode. They read some of the works in this collaborative book, talk about creative process and a ton more. Do tuck in! Warning! There is some "language" in this episode. But we're all adults here, right? Right. RIGHT! Please enjoy this episode with Scott Ferry, Lillian Necakov & Lauren Scharhag!

    S6 E14 Tommy Twilite Florence Poets Society sendoff party!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 99:04


    February 13, 2025. Lily Library, Florence MA. It was a wonderful night where the Florence Poets Society had a send-off party for their long-time host and organizer, Tommy Twilite.For this episode we're presenting to you the proceedings from that lovely evening with very little editing - like you were there in the room with us. Join in to hear his farewell feature performance, along with special guest, Massachusetts Beat Poet Laureate Linda Wlodyka. And a splendid open mic reading as well! Tommy was the Massachusetts Beat Poet Laureate 2021-2023, among many other notable achievements. Tommy Twilite (Thomas Richard Clark) | National Beat Poetry FoundationHe currently also hosts a great radio show: Twilite's Poetry Pub – Valley Free RadioTommy has been on the Meat For Teacast numerous times, including S1 E12, S2 E24, S3 E3, and S4 E24!For more info on the Florence Poets Society: www.florencepoets.com

    S6 E13 Jessamy Smyth revisited

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 132:13


    It's Women's History Month.Let's revisit this lovely chat with writer Jessamyn Smyth.Worthwhile time spent!Jessamyn Smyth

    S6 E12 Rebecca Evans and Mohini Ghoshroy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 127:44


    Part 2 of our 3 part series featuring our annual Pushcart nominees, Elizabeth is joined by Rebecca Evans and Mohini Ghoshroy in a super, detailed, intensive chat. Let's just say, don't hesitate. Grab a beverage and/or a snack (maybe not if you're driving?!) and tuck into this!

    S6 E11 Julie Benesh and Leo Hwang

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 99:33


    Join us for an excellent conversation with writers Julie Benesh and Leo Hwang. This is part one of this year's Pushcart Award nominees' episodes. Julie, Leo and Elizabeth get into discussions on writing approaches, AI in writing, dreams and writing, and much more. And we're treated to some readings of their works as well! Find Julie at juliebenesh.com Find Leo at leohwang.com

    S6 E10 DA Stern

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 89:49


    We have a great talk with musician and author DA Stern, our friend Dave, talking about writing and music and such. It goes far and wide and we recommend sticking around! Grab a snack or something and settle in! dastern.bandcamp.com dasterndastern.com also, to help out those in LA: lafoodbank.org/fire/ gofundme.com/f/wildfire-relief-fund-2025 donate.wck.org/give/654000

    S6 E9 Reid Messershmidt redux

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 105:21


    We're reprising this episode from Season 3 for the holiday break we're talking. But more importantly, we're serializing a story of Reid's in Meat For Tea: The Valley Review, starting with the December 2024 issue Cup. Writer Reid Messerschmidt has a great and diverse chat with Elizabeth about, well, a lot of stuff. A whole lot of stuff. No kidding. Lots of stuff. Great Stuff. And Reid reads some of his works. A Do-Not-Miss! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S6 E8 Charles Rammelkamp

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 108:03


    We've got long-time contributor to Meat For Tea, Charles Rammelcamp, in the house! (Well, figuratively.) Charles and Elizabeth get pretty deep, Charles reads a bunch of his work, and they go far into a chat about the state of the nation now. It's great. Grab a snack and a beverage and settle in. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S6 E7 Nadia Arioli

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 87:00


    This is a fun one! Author of Be Still: Poems for Kay Sage and Juice , with a forthcoming book coming soon - and Editor-in-Chief and Managing Editor of Thimble Literary Magazine Nadia Arioli and Elizabeth get into some serious/deep talk about form, Nadia reads some of her work (including a piece that is seriously both, well, randy as it is funny and insightful.) A good time is guaranteed for all! Find more about Nadia: thimblelitmag.com Be Still: Poems for Kay Sage – Kelsay Books and on: Amazon.com Nadia can be found on Facebook as well. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S6 E6 Matthew J. McKee - Again!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 112:20


    We welcome author Matthew J. McKee back again to the Meat For Teacast, straight from Japan! Elizabeth and Matthew discuss his new Atmosphere Press Book Flicker, the inspiration and creation of it, and Matthew reads a few excerpts as well! As usual, the conversation travels many paths! For more information on Matthew: https://matthewjmckee.com/ Atmosphere Press: https://atmospherepress.com/?s=matthew+j+mckee A link to the fundraiser his Uncle is putting on, as mentioned in the episode: https://www.facebook.com/donate/561717973213217/8694781750573488/ Please note, Atmosphere Press is a sponsor of Meat For Tea: The Valley Review this quarter. This gets them a baked-in ad in the podcast for the quarter. This in no way means this episode is sponsored! Just a coincidence! We don't pay-to-play. Thanks for understanding. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S6 E5 Patreon Exclusive: a preview!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 5:54


    It's the spoken word from Le Cirque des plumes tueuses!September 7, 2024 at Abandoned Building Brewery. Featured readers are Gerald Yelle, C. Desiree Finley (Fin), Michael Favala Goldman, Mohini Ghoshroy and Josef Langton. For the full episode, please support us through Patreon! patreon.com/meatfortea --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S6 E4 Gary Metras

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 89:54


    Gary Metras, the first Poet Laureate of Easthampton, MA, is in conversation with Elizabeth in this jam-packed episode. Lots of Gary's work, discussions on pedagogy, and a lot more! Find some of Gary's books here: http://www.thelostbookshelf.com/cervenabooks.html#MARBLE%20DUST https://presapress.com/gary-metras https://www.dosmadres.com/shop/vanishing-points-by-gary-metras/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S6 E3 100,000 Poets For Change 2024 pt.2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 75:39


    We're back again with part two of our 100 Thousand Poets For Change event! September 28, 2024 at Park Hill Orchard, Easthampton MA. Part two features Jeffrey Feingold, Maria Williams, Charles Coe, Mohini Ghoshroy and Olivia Nied! Part one of the event, featured Adam Dunetz, Carolyn Cushing, Leo Hwang, Tamara Frike and Two.Five! Go seek out Season 6 Episode 2 if you haven't already. For more information of 100 Thousand Poets For Change, visit 100tpc.org --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

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    S6 E2 100,000 Poets For Change 2024 pt.1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 66:26


    We're back again with another lovely 100 Thousand Poets For Change event! September 28, 2024 at Park Hill Orchard, Easthampton MA. This is part one of two of the event, featuring Adam Dunetz, Carolyn Cushing, Leo Hwang, Tamara Frike and Two.Five! Part two will feature Jeffrey Feingold, Maria Williams, Charles Coe, Mohini Ghoshroy and Olivia Nied! For more information of 100 Thousand Poets For Change, visit 100tpc.org --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

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    S6 E1 Jeffrey Feingold, again!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 116:59


    Welcome to Season 6! Kicking it off with a bang, this episode features a fantastic conversation with Elizabeth and Jeffrey Feingold, author of The Black Hole Pastrami (Meat For Tea Press), There is No Death in Finding Nemo (Impspired), and coming later in 2024, A Fine Madness (Meat For Tea Press). Jeffrey reads from his upcoming book, and have an, as usual, terrific discussions covering a lot of ground. As a bonus, we're co-hosted in the beginning by Oona Poe Darling and Susie Lorand, who also perform a lovely version of Let All People Live Their Lives as the opener of this episode. You can find out more about Jeffrey at https://jeffreymfeingold.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S6 E1 Jeffrey Feingold, again!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 87:27


    Welcome to Season 6! Kicking it off with a bang, this episode features a fantastic conversation with Elizabeth and Jeffrey Feingold, author of The Black Hole Pastrami (Meat For Tea Press), There is No Death in Finding Nemo (Impspired), and coming later in 2024, A Fine Madness (Meat For Tea Press). Jeffrey reads from his upcoming book, and have an, as usual, terrific discussions covering a lot of ground. As a bonus, we're co-hosted in the beginning by Oona Poe Darling and Susie Lorand, who also perform a lovely version of Let All People Live Their Lives as the opener of this episode. You can find out more about Jeffrey at https://jeffreymfeingold.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E29 Connolly Ryan at Amherst Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 66:53


    Join us for the book launch of Connolly Ryan's book Velocity At Rest (Meat For Tea Press) at Amherst Books, June 20, 2024. Ryan is currently a professor of literature at University of Massachusetts, Amherst, where he has been a finalist for the Distinguished Teaching Award multiple times. His poetry has been published in various journals including Bateau, Ditch, Umbrella, & Citron. Meat For Tea Press books can be found at https://meatfortea.com/chapbooks.htm where you can order them directly, or grab the ISBN and order them through your local favorite bookseller! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E28 Jacob Chapman, again!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 99:44


    Join Elizabeth and Mark with a second conversation with Jacob Chapman. We discuss his new book Are We There Yet out on Human Error Publishing, talk about creative seasoning, heck, as is the way, talk about a bunch of stuff. This episode is also co-introduced by Steve Schmeltz and Madeleine Darling! So it's fun in that, well, somewhat informal way, too. Steve regales us even with a Dead Milkmen cover on ukelele, right here in Meat For Teacast Central! We had fun, let's just say. Jacob's previous episode here on the Meat For Teacast was Season 3, Episode 19. Find more about Jacob's band Camel City Drivers at https://camelcitydrivers.bandcamp.com/ or wherever you stream your music. Check out his and other great books at https://humanerrorpublishing.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E27 Donna Lynch at The Veiled Crow

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 59:52


    Join us for a recording of Donna Lynch and her book tour for Girls of the County at The Veiled Crow in Warwick, RI. A great read, so a great listen! Donna has been thrice nominated for a Bram Stoker Award, is part of the amazing band Ego Likeness, and is simply one of Meat For Tea's favorite people. Find more at: linktr.ee/Donna_Lynch rawdogscreaming.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E26 Eben E. B. Bein

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 89:09


    Join Elizabeth and poet, climate justice activist, educator and all-around super human Eben E. B. Bein in a lovely conversation. Eben reads some of his work, they discuss writing and, well, it's the Meat For Teacast! So much! Their book Character Flaws, is celebrating one year! Upcoming celebration of the chapbook Character Flaws 1st birthday: Virtual: Wed 7/17/24 from 7:00-9:00 PM EST on zoom (find out more on the socials). In-person: Sun 7/21/24 from 3:30-5:30 PM EST at the Lilypad in Cambridge, MA. Check out Eben on FB/T/IG/BSKY: @ebenbein and at ebenbein.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E25 Patreon Exclusive: A Preview!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 9:37


    Here we have a preview of the spoken word from Le Cirque Avant la Lune Froide, Saturday, December 3, 2022! Carla Manene Cooke, Andrew Varnon,  David Miller, Elizabeth Applequist, Jacob Chapman, Janet MacFadyen, Gerald Yelle, Richard Wayne Horton, Paul Richmond, and Dennis Piana.. To hear the full episode and lots of other goodies, please consider supporting what we do on our Patreon! patreon.com/meatfortea --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E24 Linda Chown's Annie: How She Came to Be

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 49:52


    Earlier in 2024, Meat For Tea Press released Linda Chown's poetry collection Annie: How She Came To Be. Sadly, Linda passed a couple months later. Join Elizabeth and Jane Muschenetz as they do a 'cold read' of the book (with lovely results) and then discuss, well, various aspects of Linda's work and more, in this very-lightly-edited edition of the Meat For Teacast. To get your own copy of Annie please head on over to https://meatfortea.com/chapbooks.htm and buy it there, or grab the ISBN and order it from your favorite local bookseller! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E23 Jeffrey Feingold revisited! Awards won!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 99:22


    We thought it might be nice to re-play S4 E33 with Jeffrey Feingold. Why? His book The Black Hole Pastrami has been winning awards. Most recently, the National Indie Excellence Award for short story collections, and also a finalist for the International Book Awards. Available from Meat For Tea Press! https://meatfortea.com/chapbooks.htm --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E23 Jeffrey Feingold revisited! Awards won!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 99:22


    While we're on a tiny break, we thought it might be nice to re-play S4 E33 with Jeffrey Feingold. Why? His book The Black Hole Pastrami has been winning awards. Most recently, the National Indie Excellence Award for short story collections, and also a finalist for the International Book Awards. Available from Meat For Tea Press! https://meatfortea.com/chapbooks.htm --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E22: Jack Donahue

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 93:12


    What a lovely conversation between Elizabeth and author Jack Donahue. His new novel Lost on Cherry Street is coming out later this June from Willow River Press, part of Between the Lines Publishing! Jack gets into some real detail about his research and backstory behind this book, and treats us to three readings from it as well. As usual, the conversation wanders into really interesting and diverse territory. Grab a snack and a beverage and settle into this one! https://btwnthelines.com/product/lostoncherrystreet/ for more information on the book! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E21 Jen Jabaily-Blackburn at Splendor Solis Books

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 43:11


    Join us for a reading from Jen Jabaily-Blackburn on Friday, May 10, 2024 at Splendor Solis Books in Northampton MA. Jen reads from her new book of poetry Girl in a Bear Suit and also treats us to some other writing. It ends up with a Q&A of sorts with her super cool daughter. This is part of what is becoming an ongoing series of location recordings of local authors in western MA! Thanks to Jen and Splendor Solis for their hospitality! Do check out Jen at https://www.jenjabailyblackburn.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E20: Rebecca Evans

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 101:49


    Grab a snack and a beverage and tuck into this great conversation with Elizabeth and writer Rebecca Evans. So much ground covered! She reads some of her work, including an exclusive reading from her upcoming book Safe Handling. Rebecca is also the co-host of a radio show Writer to Writer as well! Learn more at https://rebeccaevanswriter.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

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    S5 E19 (S5 Bonus Episode#2!) Prose Garden April 20, 2024 - Poetry Month Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2024 79:06


    For this special episode we're honored to be able to share with you all the Poetry Month edition of Prose Garden. Recorded live on Zoom on April 20, 2024, it packs a punch. This monthly prose celebration is hosted by Francine Witte and Meg Pokrass. Featuring readings from Francine Witte, Meg Pokrass, Bethany Jarmul, Alexis Rhone Fancher, Brad Rose, Tina Barry, Joshua Michael Stewart, Claire Bateman, Lorette C. Luzajic, and Kathleen McGookey. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E18 Jeff Weddle

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 91:24


    Join Elizabeth and author and professor Jeff Weddle as they talk about some of his 20+ books, the documentary The Outsiders of New Orleans and the book that it came from Bohemian New Orleans: The Story of the Outsider and Loujon Press and so much more. Creative process, the influence of having children on our lives, a smattering of politics and some great readings from a selection of his excellent poems. Check him out on Facebook, and buy his books at Amazon or order them through your local bookseller! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E17 Scott Ferry and Daniel McGinn

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 94:28


    Scott Ferry returns for the third time to the Meat For Teacast, this time with his co-author of their new book, Fill Me With Birds, Daniel McGinn! Great conversation about writing, not writing, some timely politics, and so much more. Join Elizabeth as she has a great chat with these two super writers! Find out more at https://meatfortea.com/chapbooks.htm and at https://ferrypoetry.com/books/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

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    S5 E15 Tzivia Gover at Splendor Solis Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 52:26


    Join us for Tzivia Gover's lovely reading/mini-workshop/dreaming in writing event at Splendor Solis Books in Northampton MA on March 8, 2024. Tzivia reads from her book Dreaming on the Page, discusses how dreams can be excellent writing prompts, leads the audience through a mini dream-writing exersise (with impressive results) and more! If you find her suggestions in this recording helpful and interesting, there's a lot more in her books! More can be found about Tzivia here: https://thirdhousemoon.com/ https://www.instagram.com/tziviadreams/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E15 Christian Livermore Returns!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 85:42


    The third part in our series of Pushcart Prize nominees. Christian Livermore is back for more discussion on her writing, her books, and more. A fascinating conversation! Author of Girl, Lost and Found, We Are Not Okay and The Very Special Dead, Christian also reads from and discusses her upcoming novel The Execution of Tertius Lafontaine as well! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E14 Kim Keough and Dave Dersham - Second Sundays at Ana Bandeira

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 98:37


    Join us for a special afternoon at Ana Bandeira in Northampton MA. Dave Dersham hosts the Second Sunday series there, and for this one, his guest is poet and artitst Kim Keough. They have a lovely back-and-forth between Kim's reading and Dave's songs that we believe you'll enjoy as much as we did. Ana Bandeira is a lovely cafe/confectionary/coffee house, as as such, this recording naturally has all the sounds one would expect in a bustling cafe! https://davedershammusic.com/ https://www.anabandeirachocolates.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E13 Jane Muschenetz

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2024 109:20


    What a fun ride this conversation is. Elizabeth and writer, poet and artist Jane Muschenetz talk a little writing process, a little teaching, a little current-events-politics - including some of her history emigrating with her parents from Ukraine - and a whole lot more. She reads from her upcoming book Power Point, and her 2023 book All the Bad Girls Wear Russian Accents, and more. You gotta stick around! Find out more about Jane at Jane Muschenetz: Poet | Artist | Palm Frond Zoo | Russian Accents --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E12 Andrew Shelffo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2024 98:02


    This is a super engaging episode, where Elizabeth and writer/storyteller/teacher/professor Andrew Shelffo get into a lot of deep discussion about pedagogy, writing discipline and practice, dreams as inspiration - and a whole ton more. Andrew also reads a terrific story from a past edition of Meat For Tea that garnered accolades when he read it at that corresponding Cirque. Do stick around! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E11 John Yamrus and "People and other bad ideas"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 64:30


    This episode features author John Yamrus' third visit to the Meat For Teacast. This time around, he and Elizabeth focus mainly on his most recent Meat For Tea Press book People and Other Bad Ideas but also, as is the usual, go off on tangents - writing and music in particular are covered. It's a lovely time - do stick around! You can find both of his Meat For Tea Press books here: https://meatfortea.com/chapbooks.htm --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E10 John Sheirer "For Now" book release at Splendor Solis Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 70:47


    For this episode, we have a delightful recording of John Sheirer reading from his book For Now: One-Hundred 100 Word Stories live at Splendor Solis Books in Northampton on December 8th, 2023. A big treat, this reading, plus a lot of background on his writing approach, a fun q&a type session at the end, and more! Do stick around! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E9: Special preview of Creative Peacemeal's 'The Beatles Episode'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 32:09


    We're pleased to share with you an excerpt of this lovely and fun podcast we were a part of recently. Please check out https://www.creativepeacemeal.com/ for the complete episode and much, much, more! "This special episode features podcast alums, and Beatlephiles, Jack Canfora, Elizabeth MacDuffie, Mark Alan Milller, and Steve March-Tormé.I learned so much in this panel episode about the original Fab Four, and made some great memories. I can't wait for future collaborations! Stay to the end for some fun trivia!" --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E8 Florence Poets Society release reading for Silkworm 16: Wide Open

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 97:13


    In this episode we feature a terrific live recording of the opening reading for the release of the Florence Poets Society's Silkworm journal, issue 16, Wide Open. A bit cinéma vérité sonically, but we think that's great! Sit back and enjoy. Host Tommy Twilite is a charm. For more info, please visit http://www.florencepoets.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E7 100 Thousand Poets for Change 2023! Pt.2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 83:04


    Here we present the second half of our participation in the annual 100 Thousand Poets for Change event. If you've not heard of it, definitely look it up! The founder, Michael Rothenberg, sadly passed away in 2022 - he was our guest here in 2020, and we re-visited that episode midway through last season as well. Do check that out - he was a wonderful human. This episode features performances by Tommy Twilite, Eric Lee, LD Green and Mistress Miriam's Two-Cent Revue. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

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    S5 E6 Patreon Exclusive: a preview!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2023 10:46


    Here we have a preview of the spoken word from Le Cirque Avant la Lune Froide, Saturday, December 3, 2022! Jane Yolen & Peter Tacy, Carla Cooke, Chaya Grossberg, Jacob Chapman, Gerald Yelle, Elizabeth Appelquist, Richard Wayne Horton, Tommy Twilite and Charles Coe. To hear the full episode and lots of other goodies, please consider supporting what we do on our Patreon! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

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    S5 E5 100 Thousand Poets for Change 2023! Pt.1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 88:59


    Here we present the first half of our participation in the annual 100 Thousand Poets for Change event. If you've not heard of it, definitely look it up! The founder, Michael Rothenberg, sadly passed away in 2022 - he was our guest here in 2020, and we re-visited that episode midway through last season as well. Do check that out - he was a wonderful human. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

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    S5 E4 (S5 Bonus Episode #1!) Christian Livermore - book launch reading and discussion.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 51:28


    For this bonus episode, we're featuring the live (on Zoom) reading and discussion with Christian Livermore for her debut novel on Meat For Tea Press The Very Special Dead. Hosted by noted author Jacob Polley! Please join us and Christian at The Emily Williston Library in Easthampton MA, Oct 18, Splendor Solis Books in Northampton MA, Oct 20, and at the Hygenic Art Gallery, New London, CT Oct 21! She'll be reading from the novel, taking some Q&A and signing books, which will be available for purchase. https://ewmlibrary.org/https://ewmlibrary.org/event/meat-for-tea-author-reading-with-christian-livermore/ https://www.splendorsolisbooks.com/page/SplendorSolisEvents https://www.hygienic.org/events You can find out more about Christian at https://www.christianlivermore.com/ and order her new novel from https://www.meatfortea.com/chapbooks.htm or by visiting meatfortea.com and getting the ISBN and ordering it from your local bookstore! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E3 Gayle Brandeis - again!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2023 90:57


    Author, poet, writer Gayle Brandeis has a new book out, Drawing Breath: Essays on Writing, the Body, and Loss, and joins Elizabeth for a second excellent conversation. Too much to list! Just grab a snack/beverage/comfy place to sit and tuck right into this super episode! Be sure to check out Gayle's works at gaylebrandeis.com too! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

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    S5 E2 ...one of those where Elizabeth and Mark are Featured Guests

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 48:30


    One of the great things about hosting a podcast is guesting on other people's podcasts - and radio shows that are also podcasted! This episode features Elizabeth and Mark, both of whom were guests on Tammy Takaishi's Creative Peacemeal, and then were asked by the lovely Tammy to come on her show and interview her for her 100th episode! Here we present a segment of the full podcast. Then, Elizabeth and Mark were guests on the Fabulous 413 with the fabulous Kaliis and Monte - on NEPM radio here in the... 413... which also is available as a podcast after their initial air dates! This is their segment from the September 9th, 2023 show. Do check out their podcasts if you like what you hear here! Creative Peacemeal: https://goodpods.app.link/BHmQeMG2cDb The Fabulous 413: https://goodpods.app.link/5UY544D2cDb https://www.nepm.org/podcast/the-fabulous-413 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S5 E1 Table read of A Long Moment in the South by Richard Wayne Horton

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023 74:09


    Hi and welcome to the season 5 premiere! We've got a treat for you! Elizabeth and Mark are joined by Jovanna Van Pelt and Richard Wayne Horton in a table reading of A Long Moment in the South, part of Richard's book Artists in the Underworld. The book is out on Human Error Publishing. Richard is a frequent contributor to Meat For Tea. (See also his Meat For Tea Press book Sticks and Bones!) We hope you enjoy this special recording of this excellent work. "Stories do what their roots tell them to do, and the roots run deep in these stories. The book starts with eleven published stories in the dark range, then goes on to “A Long Moment In The South,” flash fiction, set in three Texas towns from 1953 to 1957. A strong voice and a person to person talking style takes the reader inside the stories. "...razor sharp language..." –Amy Laprade, novelist. "...the driest sense of humor...this is a horse that leads YOU to water...and you drink it..." –Joshua Michael Stewart, poet.  You can get your copy of Artists in the Underworld at https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Underworld-2023-Richard-Horton/dp/1948521679 Do check out https://www.humanerrorpublishing.com and of course https://meatfortea.com ! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

    S4 E33 Jeffrey Feingold

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 105:34


    Wrapping up season 4 with a bang! Elizabeth converses with writer Jeffrey Feingold (author of the Meat For Tea Press book The Black Hole Pastrami - Stories and the bookThere is No Death in Finding Nemo on Impspired.) A lot of ground is covered discussing facets of Creative Non-Fiction and more. Jeffrey reads one of the storied from The Black Hole Pastrami as well. A real treat! More can be found at https://jeffreymfeingold.com/ and very soon his book will be available at https://meatfortea.com/chapbooks.htm --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/meatforteacast/support

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