Liberation is Lit Podcast

Changing the Narrative for Love (with Terrence P. Elmore)

Tayler Simon Season 3 Episode 9

In this episode of the Liberation is Lit podcast, we sit down with poet and author Terrence P. Elmore to delve into his journey as a writer and the profound messages conveyed through his poetry. Terrence shares how he rediscovered his passion for writing, the inspiration behind his books 'Love Letters', 'The Essence of Love', and 'Pain is Not Our Only Paintbrush', and the importance of changing the narrative around love and representation in literature. We discuss men's evolving relationship with poetry, the therapeutic benefits of storytelling, and the influence of community on creative work. Join us for an enlightening conversation on the intersection of love, literature, and social change.


00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:23 Meet Terrence P. Elmore

00:40 Terrence's Journey Back to Poetry

03:30 The Essence of Love and Blogging

05:06 Pain is Not Our Only Paintbrush

08:43 Men and Poetry

14:32 The Importance of Representation in Literature

20:36 Upcoming Projects and Accountability

25:21 Advice for Making a Positive Impact

27:33 Where to Find Terrence P. Elmore

Terrence’s Books

Love Letters

The Essence of Love

Pain is Not Our Only Paintbrush

Books Mentioned in the Episode

Push by Sapphire

Othello by William Shakespeare

Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank

Where to Find Terrence

https://thebrownsugarcafe.blog/

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