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Quintessential Poetry: A Global Poetry & Spoken Word Poetry Podcast

411 episodesLatest Feb 22, 2026
Recorded in United States of AmericaEnglishArts
Quintessential Poetry is an award‑nominated global poetry and spoken word podcast featuring poets, storytellers, performers, and creative writers from around the world. Established in 2018, the show blends performance with reflective conversation, offering listeners meaningful insights into identity, healing, culture, and the human experience. Hosted by Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram—a four‑time Pushcart Prize–nominated poet, retired professor of Counselor Education, and internationally respected spoken word artist—the podcast is known for its warm, grounded, and emotionally attuned interviews. Each episode highlights global poetic voices and the cultural stories behind their work, creating a thoughtful, performance‑driven space for poetry enthusiasts, spoken word poetry performers, cultural storytellers, and audio creatives alike. With thousands of downloads and listeners across more than a dozen countries, Quintessential Poetry has become one of the most widely heard poetry podcasts in the world—a global stage where performance, reflection, and lived experience take center spotlight. With more than 500 episodes, the show has consistently ranked among the top poetry podcasts worldwide, including multiple #2 placements on 2024 global lists and top rankings on Goodpods, Player.fm, Ivy.fm, and the NYC World Podcast Network. Quintessential Poetry has also earned nominations in the Best Arts & Culture categories across major podcasting awards in 2025 and 2026. Poets interested in being featured may contact Dr. Ingram at maingram@gmx.com. Learn more at https://www.quintessentialpoetry.network.

Episodes

  1. Quintessential Poetry Spotlight Tribute: Genevieve F. Ray (1987-2026)

    This tribute episode honors the life and poetic legacy of Genevieve F. Ray (1987–2026), a gifted storyteller whose work blended vulnerability, resilience, and emotional truth. Thro…

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  2. Quintessential Poetry Presents Jacqueline James: God Gave Me Poetry. I Give Back To Help Change The World

    This episode of the Quintessential Poetry podcast, a quintessential poetry podcast rooted in spoken word and literary expression, aired December 24, 2025, chronicles Jacqueline Jam…

    S6 E43001:08:10
  3. Quintessential Poetry Presents Mike Jurkovic: The Poet Who Makes Jazz Sing and Words Swing|Poems

    🎷EPISODE 2: MIKE JURKOVIC Poetry That Swings, Sings, and Refuses to Sit Still Mike Jurkovic joins the Quintessential Poetry podcast for a vibrant conversation blending poetry, jaz…

    S6 E42901:12:09
  4. Quintessential Poetry Presents John Patrick Robbins - Raw, Unfiltered Poetry From The Mad Editor

    John Patrick Robbins joins the Quintessential Poetry podcast for a raw and unfiltered conversation about craft, honesty, and the uncompromising voice that defines his work. Known a…

    S6 E42852:05
  5. Kolawole Alatishe — Poetry, Unity, and Human Togetherness: A Book Club Discussion

    Kolawole Alatishe, a Nigerian poet and thinker, joins the Quintessential Poetry podcast for a thoughtful exploration of the power of poetry, language, and creative expression. In t…

    S6 E42701:13:25
  6. Laura Grevel — Poetry, Interconnectedness, and the Stories That Shape Us

    Join host Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram as he inaugurates the newly rebranded Quintessential Poetry platform with acclaimed poet and spoken word artist Laura Grevel in this quintessen…

    S6 E42601:11:15
  7. Quintessential Poetry Presents Caroline Adler Micó: Poetry Beyond Boundaries

    Hello, everyone, Welcome to a special National Poetry Month 2025 episode of The Quintessential Poetry Podcast, a spoken‑word and literary arts platform celebrating this year’s univ…

    S6 E42550:34
  8. In Memory of Rawle James — Poetry, Openness, and the Spirit He Shared

    In Memory of Rawle James This conversation, originally recorded in 2023, honors the late Rawle James—a beloved poet and community builder from Toronto, Canada, whose sudden passing…

    01:01:38
  9. Lauren Martin — Poetry, Reflection, and the Courage to Speak from Within

    In this conversation, poet Lauren Martin offers a thoughtful and introspective exploration of her creative process, reflecting on how poetry becomes a space for truth, vulnerabilit…

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  10. Dee Allen: Discovery, Defiance, and the Poetics of Modern Reality

    In this conversation, poet Dee Allen brings a powerful blend of honesty, presence, and emotional depth to the mic, exploring how poetry becomes a space for healing, clarity, and se…

    S6 E42301:13:51
  11. Jules Stevenson — Trauma, Resilience, and the Poetics of Survival

    In this conversation, 21‑year‑old poet, artist, and social media influencer Jules Stevenson of Selkirk, Manitoba shares the deeply personal and resilient journey that shaped her wr…

    S6 E42257:31
  12. QLPOR-YouTube Presents David Leo Sirois: Pre-Recorded Interview and Reading

    In this international episode of Quintessential Listening Poetry Online Radio and YouTube, Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram engages Canadian‑American poet David Leo Sirois in a quintesse…

    S6 E42101:01:15
  13. QLPORYT Presents Poetry from the 2024 Audio Vault: Mike Jurkovic

    In this podcast episode, host Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram interviews Mike Jurkovic, a globally published poet. They discuss Mike's poetic journey, his collections, and his views on…

    S6 E41501:06:03
  14. Juneteenth Special: Black Poetry, Heritage, and the Voices of Two Sisters and a Brotha

    In honor of Juneteenth, QLPORYT presents a special episode titled ‘Two Sisters and a Brotha,’ a quintessential poetry podcast that celebrates Black literary expression and cultural…

    S6 E41401:27:37
  15. Linette Rabsatt Encore: Poetry, Heritage, and the Art of Spoken Word

    This encore presentation revisits a powerful quintessential poetry podcast conversation with Virgin Islands poet Lynette Rabsatt, whose literary journey spans more than two decades…

    S6 E41001:05:18
  16. Noreen Ann Snyder Encore: Poetry, Heritage, and the Art of Heartfelt Expression

    This heartfelt episode of Quintessential Listening Poetry Online Radio and YouTube features an intimate quintessential poetry podcast conversation with poet and author Noreen Snyde…

    S6 E40956:31
  17. Teresa E. Gallion Encore: Poetry, Heritage, and the Journey Through Ancient Egypt

    In this immersive episode of Quintessential Listening Poetry Online Radio and YouTube, Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram engages renowned poet and author Teresa E. Gallion in a quintessen…

    S6 E40856:30
  18. Bill Cushing & Chuck Corbisiero Encore: Poetry, Heritage, and the Heroic Brothers of the Civil War

    In this compelling episode of Quintessential Listening Poetry Online Radio and YouTube, Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram hosts a quintessential poetry podcast conversation featuring accl…

    S6 E40401:05:33
  19. Skaja Evens Encore: Poetry, Heritage, and the Bold Art of Literary Rebellion

    In this dynamic episode of Quintessential Listening Poetry Online Radio and YouTube, Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram engages writer, publisher, and multidisciplinary artist Skaja Evens…

    S6 E40301:12:14
  20. Kenneth Maswabi Encore: Poetry, Heritage, and the Spiritual Path of Consciousness

    In this profound episode of Quintessential Listening Poetry Online Radio and YouTube, Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram engages distinguished poet and author Kenneth Maswabi in a quintess…

    S6 E40001:14:45
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