Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/next-man-up-poetry-in-motion The mission of this Music Poetry Podcast is to provide the essence of poetry in motion promoting peace, love and growth for the existence of humanity and the culture. This show will motivate, educate and inspire you with spoken word through cultural expression. It consists of musical poetry reads and storytelling from various talented poets and artists along with power messages to uplift our listeners. This is Next Man Up, Poetry In Motion. © 2026 Donavan LeDean 0689908c-0211-54e1-a53d-c48c8725bfe5 yes en Sun, 10 May 2026 10:00:26 -0700 Sun, 10 May 2026 10:01:52 -0700 https://img.transistorcdn.com/MCA3eJ3H12soIfKv1Oizhhy2q6cvGcqref-JibeVyBM/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yOTgx/MWRkZDkwZGJiZDgy/Y2Q4MTllNGQwOTYx/NmZkOS5wbmc.jpg episodic Donavan LeDean The mission of this Music Poetry Podcast is to provide the essence of poetry in motion promoting peace, love and growth for the existence of humanity and the culture. This show will motivate, educate and inspire you with spoken word through cultural expression. It consists of musical poetry reads and storytelling from various talented poets and artists along with power messages to uplift our listeners. This is Next Man Up, Poetry In Motion. The mission of this Music Poetry Podcast is to provide the essence of poetry in motion promoting peace, love and growth for the existence of humanity and the culture. music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power Donavan LeDean DVmedia10@gmail.com No No 30 30 Dr. Joshua Gray Joins Donavan LeDean to Champion Mental Health Through Poetry, Creativity, and Community full c3b43e7f-67cd-461e-8899-11904e52137c https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/30 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a show focused on promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest Dr. Joshua Gray discusses his mission to integrate positivity and creativity into daily life, highlighting his workshops and books, including a children's coloring book and a multi-generational one. Gray emphasizes the importance of changing thoughts to improve mental health. The show features various poets who share their personal and cultural experiences through poetry. The program concludes with a message on community and self-improvement.

]]> Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a show focused on promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest Dr. Joshua Gray discusses his mission to integrate positivity and creativity into daily life, highlighting his workshops and books, including a children's coloring book and a multi-generational one. Gray emphasizes the importance of changing thoughts to improve mental health. The show features various poets who share their personal and cultural experiences through poetry. The program concludes with a message on community and self-improvement.

]]> Sun, 10 May 2026 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1750 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a show focused on promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest Dr. Joshua Gray discusses his mission to integrate positivity and creativity into daily life, highlighting his workshops and books, including a children's coloring book and a multi-generational one. Gray emphasizes the importance of changing thoughts to improve mental health. The show features various poets who share their personal and cultural experiences through poetry. The program concludes with a message on community and self-improvement.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 29 29 Ms. Nise Brings "Nuance" to the Stage: Grammy-Nominated Poet Champions Mental Health, Youth Empowerment, and the Healing Power of Spoken Word full b902b69c-7b07-4d3d-bd89-57c500c784b9 https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/29 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest Ms. Nise, a spoken word poet and recording artist from Inglewood, California, discusses her journey, including her debut album "Nuance," which won Spoken Word Artist of the Year at the 2025 Las Vegas Black Music Awards and received a 2026 Grammy nomination. Ms. Nise also highlights her nonprofit, Manifest Academy, which provides underserved youth with access to education and resources in the Recording Arts. The show features various poets sharing their works, emphasizing themes of resilience, self-acceptance, and community.

]]> Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest Ms. Nise, a spoken word poet and recording artist from Inglewood, California, discusses her journey, including her debut album "Nuance," which won Spoken Word Artist of the Year at the 2025 Las Vegas Black Music Awards and received a 2026 Grammy nomination. Ms. Nise also highlights her nonprofit, Manifest Academy, which provides underserved youth with access to education and resources in the Recording Arts. The show features various poets sharing their works, emphasizing themes of resilience, self-acceptance, and community.

]]> Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1728 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest Ms. Nise, a spoken word poet and recording artist from Inglewood, California, discusses her journey, including her debut album "Nuance," which won Spoken Word Artist of the Year at the 2025 Las Vegas Black Music Awards and received a 2026 Grammy nomination. Ms. Nise also highlights her nonprofit, Manifest Academy, which provides underserved youth with access to education and resources in the Recording Arts. The show features various poets sharing their works, emphasizing themes of resilience, self-acceptance, and community.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 28 28 Liz Prince Bridges Modeling, Poetry, and Cannabis Advocacy While Championing Community Impact Through Puffessionalz full 01b9b4bb-64e2-42ed-93db-232cb80cefd8 https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/28 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," featuring Liz Prince, a model, poet, and cannabis advocate. Liz discusses her journey from modeling cannabis shoots to performing poetry, emphasizing the importance of creativity and community. She highlights her role as treasurer for the nonprofit Puffessionals, which focuses on community cleanups, feeding the homeless, and cannabis education. Liz promotes her book "Whispers from the Sun" and encourages support for the nonprofit. The show also features various poets sharing their works, touching on themes of mental health, love, and personal growth.

]]> Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," featuring Liz Prince, a model, poet, and cannabis advocate. Liz discusses her journey from modeling cannabis shoots to performing poetry, emphasizing the importance of creativity and community. She highlights her role as treasurer for the nonprofit Puffessionals, which focuses on community cleanups, feeding the homeless, and cannabis education. Liz promotes her book "Whispers from the Sun" and encourages support for the nonprofit. The show also features various poets sharing their works, touching on themes of mental health, love, and personal growth.

]]> Sun, 05 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1736 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," featuring Liz Prince, a model, poet, and cannabis advocate. Liz discusses her journey from modeling cannabis shoots to performing poetry, emphasizing the importance of creativity and community. She highlights her role as treasurer for the nonprofit Puffessionals, which focuses on community cleanups, feeding the homeless, and cannabis education. Liz promotes her book "Whispers from the Sun" and encourages support for the nonprofit. The show also features various poets sharing their works, touching on themes of mental health, love, and personal growth.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 27 27 Wellness Practitioner Asheena Burke Shares Her Holistic Approach to Healing Domestic Violence Survivors, While Poets Explore Resilience, Identity, and the Power of Words full 4558af6b-4640-42c3-bac7-5bfa664b6f1b https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/27 Donavan LeDean hosts a discussion with Asheena Burke, a divine feminine wellness practitioner and poet, about her work with domestic violence survivors. Asheena emphasizes the importance of self-care, therapy, and holistic practices like Yoni steaming. She advises survivors to embrace solitude and rediscover themselves. Asheena's brand, Flower Blossom Feminine Care, offers womb healing and emotional restoration. The show also includes various poets sharing their works, covering themes of resilience, identity, and the power of words. Donavan concludes with a message on the impact of words.

]]> Donavan LeDean hosts a discussion with Asheena Burke, a divine feminine wellness practitioner and poet, about her work with domestic violence survivors. Asheena emphasizes the importance of self-care, therapy, and holistic practices like Yoni steaming. She advises survivors to embrace solitude and rediscover themselves. Asheena's brand, Flower Blossom Feminine Care, offers womb healing and emotional restoration. The show also includes various poets sharing their works, covering themes of resilience, identity, and the power of words. Donavan concludes with a message on the impact of words.

]]> Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1800 Donavan LeDean hosts a discussion with Asheena Burke, a divine feminine wellness practitioner and poet, about her work with domestic violence survivors. Asheena emphasizes the importance of self-care, therapy, and holistic practices like Yoni steaming. She advises survivors to embrace solitude and rediscover themselves. Asheena's brand, Flower Blossom Feminine Care, offers womb healing and emotional restoration. The show also includes various poets sharing their works, covering themes of resilience, identity, and the power of words. Donavan concludes with a message on the impact of words.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 26 26 Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion Showcases Chelsea Maraee’s Spoken Word Journey, Motherhood and Autism Advocacy, Mental Health Themes, and Poetic Expressions of Resilience and Self-Acceptance full 51c19874-820a-46a8-bf22-ec2ec2d9e15e https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/26 "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features spoken word artist Chelsea Maraee, who discusses her journey as a poet and mother raising an autistic son. Chelsea shares her experiences performing at Amazon's Black History poetry slam and the impact of her mother's influence. She recites an original poem which touches on themes of resilience, motherhood, and self-acceptance. The show also includes performances by various poets, addressing topics like mental health, autism, and personal growth, emphasizing the importance of self-expression and mental well-being.

]]> "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features spoken word artist Chelsea Maraee, who discusses her journey as a poet and mother raising an autistic son. Chelsea shares her experiences performing at Amazon's Black History poetry slam and the impact of her mother's influence. She recites an original poem which touches on themes of resilience, motherhood, and self-acceptance. The show also includes performances by various poets, addressing topics like mental health, autism, and personal growth, emphasizing the importance of self-expression and mental well-being.

]]> Sun, 08 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0800 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1800 "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features spoken word artist Chelsea Maraee, who discusses her journey as a poet and mother raising an autistic son. Chelsea shares her experiences performing at Amazon's Black History poetry slam and the impact of her mother's influence. She recites an original poem which touches on themes of resilience, motherhood, and self-acceptance. The show also includes performances by various poets, addressing topics like mental health, autism, and personal growth, emphasizing the importance of self-expression and mental well-being.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 25 25 Spoken Word Heals the Mind as Veterans, Poets, and Activists Confront Trauma, Love, ICE, and Personal Growth full 812288fa-e038-46ff-baf1-5d97adcc9142 https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/25 Donavan LeDean hosts a poetry show aimed at promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest The Unknown Odist, a Las Vegas-based spoken word artist and retired Army veteran, discusses his transition from music to poetry, inspired by Black Ice. Odist shares his mental health journey, including deployments to Iraq and the loss of a battle buddy, which led to his advocacy for mental health. The conversation shifts to the controversial actions of ICE, with Odist calling it a "legalized terrorist organization." The show features various poets addressing themes of love, resilience, and self-discovery, concluding with a message on the importance of isolation for personal growth.

]]> Donavan LeDean hosts a poetry show aimed at promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest The Unknown Odist, a Las Vegas-based spoken word artist and retired Army veteran, discusses his transition from music to poetry, inspired by Black Ice. Odist shares his mental health journey, including deployments to Iraq and the loss of a battle buddy, which led to his advocacy for mental health. The conversation shifts to the controversial actions of ICE, with Odist calling it a "legalized terrorist organization." The show features various poets addressing themes of love, resilience, and self-discovery, concluding with a message on the importance of isolation for personal growth.

]]> Sun, 01 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0800 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1737 Donavan LeDean hosts a poetry show aimed at promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest The Unknown Odist, a Las Vegas-based spoken word artist and retired Army veteran, discusses his transition from music to poetry, inspired by Black Ice. Odist shares his mental health journey, including deployments to Iraq and the loss of a battle buddy, which led to his advocacy for mental health. The conversation shifts to the controversial actions of ICE, with Odist calling it a "legalized terrorist organization." The show features various poets addressing themes of love, resilience, and self-discovery, concluding with a message on the importance of isolation for personal growth.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 24 24 Next Man Up Uses Spoken Word to Center Youth Voices, Confront Harm, and Celebrate Healing Through Poetry full 665f1f0d-82e0-4047-b93b-939297dff43c https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/24 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program dedicated to promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest Amira, a Las Vegas youth poet, shares her experiences at poetry showcases and her poem "A Mirror," addressing inappropriate interactions with adults. The show features various poets, including Chelsea Murray, who discusses the resilience of black children, and Jenny Uddin, who reflects on the therapeutic power of poetry. Donavan emphasizes self-acknowledgment and concludes with a message of celebration for personal achievements. The program aims to inspire and motivate through cultural expression and personal stories.

]]> Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program dedicated to promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest Amira, a Las Vegas youth poet, shares her experiences at poetry showcases and her poem "A Mirror," addressing inappropriate interactions with adults. The show features various poets, including Chelsea Murray, who discusses the resilience of black children, and Jenny Uddin, who reflects on the therapeutic power of poetry. Donavan emphasizes self-acknowledgment and concludes with a message of celebration for personal achievements. The program aims to inspire and motivate through cultural expression and personal stories.

]]> Sun, 11 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0800 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1778 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program dedicated to promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest Amira, a Las Vegas youth poet, shares her experiences at poetry showcases and her poem "A Mirror," addressing inappropriate interactions with adults. The show features various poets, including Chelsea Murray, who discusses the resilience of black children, and Jenny Uddin, who reflects on the therapeutic power of poetry. Donavan emphasizes self-acknowledgment and concludes with a message of celebration for personal achievements. The program aims to inspire and motivate through cultural expression and personal stories.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 23 23 Next Man Up Celebrates Poetry, Perseverance, and Public Access as Kelvin Watson Reimagines Libraries as Community Hubs full d00416b3-1000-4145-b233-ec11686ed64d https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/23 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," featuring Kelvin Watson, Executive Director of the Las Vegas Clark County Library District. Watson discusses his efforts to expand digital literacy and library access, particularly for underserved communities, through innovative technologies like recording studios and business spaces. He emphasizes the library's role as a public square and highlights partnerships with organizations like Sunrise Hospital to provide resources to new parents. The show also features various poets sharing their works, touching on themes of identity, resilience, and community. LeDean concludes with a message about perseverance in the face of rejection.

]]> Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," featuring Kelvin Watson, Executive Director of the Las Vegas Clark County Library District. Watson discusses his efforts to expand digital literacy and library access, particularly for underserved communities, through innovative technologies like recording studios and business spaces. He emphasizes the library's role as a public square and highlights partnerships with organizations like Sunrise Hospital to provide resources to new parents. The show also features various poets sharing their works, touching on themes of identity, resilience, and community. LeDean concludes with a message about perseverance in the face of rejection.

]]> Sun, 14 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0800 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1776 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," featuring Kelvin Watson, Executive Director of the Las Vegas Clark County Library District. Watson discusses his efforts to expand digital literacy and library access, particularly for underserved communities, through innovative technologies like recording studios and business spaces. He emphasizes the library's role as a public square and highlights partnerships with organizations like Sunrise Hospital to provide resources to new parents. The show also features various poets sharing their works, touching on themes of identity, resilience, and community. LeDean concludes with a message about perseverance in the face of rejection.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 22 22 Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion Amplifies Mental Health Through Spoken Word, Autism Advocacy, and Community Healing full 3361173c-c416-4b37-8d69-7242be0106bb https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/22 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program dedicated to promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest Jessica "Jess Flo" Washington, a Las Vegas-based poet and autism advocate, discusses her journey as a mother of an autistic child, emphasizing the importance of community and self-care. She highlights her organization, I Am Autism, which focuses on the mental health of parents. The show features various poets sharing their works, addressing themes of resilience, identity, and personal growth. Donavan concludes with a motivational message encouraging listeners to take risks and make positive changes.

]]> Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program dedicated to promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest Jessica "Jess Flo" Washington, a Las Vegas-based poet and autism advocate, discusses her journey as a mother of an autistic child, emphasizing the importance of community and self-care. She highlights her organization, I Am Autism, which focuses on the mental health of parents. The show features various poets sharing their works, addressing themes of resilience, identity, and personal growth. Donavan concludes with a motivational message encouraging listeners to take risks and make positive changes.

]]> Sun, 07 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0800 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1800 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program dedicated to promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest Jessica "Jess Flo" Washington, a Las Vegas-based poet and autism advocate, discusses her journey as a mother of an autistic child, emphasizing the importance of community and self-care. She highlights her organization, I Am Autism, which focuses on the mental health of parents. The show features various poets sharing their works, addressing themes of resilience, identity, and personal growth. Donavan concludes with a motivational message encouraging listeners to take risks and make positive changes.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 21 21 Miss Black Nevada, Charnay Ellesse Brandon Inspires Healing and Growth Through Advocacy full 688a4f2b-326d-482e-959f-63242832811d https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/21 Donavan LeDean hosts a poetry show focused on mental health, featuring guest Charnay Ellesse Brandon, Miss Black Nevada 2025. Charnay discusses her personal and community development through her role and her work in curating wellness events like "Resilient Women of Domestic Violence." She emphasizes the importance of combining arts with education to foster empathy and compassion. The show also features various poets addressing themes of resilience, identity, and mental health, with a concluding message from Donavan on embracing imperfections and continuous growth.

]]> Donavan LeDean hosts a poetry show focused on mental health, featuring guest Charnay Ellesse Brandon, Miss Black Nevada 2025. Charnay discusses her personal and community development through her role and her work in curating wellness events like "Resilient Women of Domestic Violence." She emphasizes the importance of combining arts with education to foster empathy and compassion. The show also features various poets addressing themes of resilience, identity, and mental health, with a concluding message from Donavan on embracing imperfections and continuous growth.

]]> Sun, 09 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0800 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1800 Donavan LeDean hosts a poetry show focused on mental health, featuring guest Charnay Ellesse Brandon, Miss Black Nevada 2025. Charnay discusses her personal and community development through her role and her work in curating wellness events like "Resilient Women of Domestic Violence." She emphasizes the importance of combining arts with education to foster empathy and compassion. The show also features various poets addressing themes of resilience, identity, and mental health, with a concluding message from Donavan on embracing imperfections and continuous growth.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 20 20 Healing Through Words: Promoting Mental Health and Humanity full 372d4fba-64a6-4ebd-b5ad-275e9a63051c https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/20 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program focused on promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest poet Jenny Uddin, a criminal justice major, shares her journey of returning to poetry after witnessing the traumas of her field. She recounts a particularly impactful experience working with women in a jail, which led her back to writing. The show features various poets, including Jenny, who perform their works on themes like identity, mental health, and social justice. The program concludes with a message on self-pacing and human decency.

]]> Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program focused on promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest poet Jenny Uddin, a criminal justice major, shares her journey of returning to poetry after witnessing the traumas of her field. She recounts a particularly impactful experience working with women in a jail, which led her back to writing. The show features various poets, including Jenny, who perform their works on themes like identity, mental health, and social justice. The program concludes with a message on self-pacing and human decency.

]]> Sun, 02 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0800 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1799 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program focused on promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest poet Jenny Uddin, a criminal justice major, shares her journey of returning to poetry after witnessing the traumas of her field. She recounts a particularly impactful experience working with women in a jail, which led her back to writing. The show features various poets, including Jenny, who perform their works on themes like identity, mental health, and social justice. The program concludes with a message on self-pacing and human decency.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 19 19 Donavan LeDean and Rachel De Vera Elevate Mental Health and Cultural Identity Through Poetry full 9ac6cdcb-198d-440c-8909-1ca7106b4252 https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/19 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest Rachel De Vera, a Filipina American poet and UNLV employee, discusses her journey into poetry, inspired by a positive experience in eighth grade. She emphasizes the importance of poetry in reflecting societal issues and promoting mental health. Rachel shares her poem "I Am a Filipina," highlighting her heritage and experiences. The show features various poets, including Acamea Deadwiler, who reads a poem about spirituality and self-awareness, and Donavan LeDean, who reads a poem about societal challenges and resilience. The program concludes with a message on conflict resolution and a thank you to Rachel for her insights.

]]> Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest Rachel De Vera, a Filipina American poet and UNLV employee, discusses her journey into poetry, inspired by a positive experience in eighth grade. She emphasizes the importance of poetry in reflecting societal issues and promoting mental health. Rachel shares her poem "I Am a Filipina," highlighting her heritage and experiences. The show features various poets, including Acamea Deadwiler, who reads a poem about spirituality and self-awareness, and Donavan LeDean, who reads a poem about societal challenges and resilience. The program concludes with a message on conflict resolution and a thank you to Rachel for her insights.

]]> Sun, 12 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1681 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program promoting mental health through spoken word. Guest Rachel De Vera, a Filipina American poet and UNLV employee, discusses her journey into poetry, inspired by a positive experience in eighth grade. She emphasizes the importance of poetry in reflecting societal issues and promoting mental health. Rachel shares her poem "I Am a Filipina," highlighting her heritage and experiences. The show features various poets, including Acamea Deadwiler, who reads a poem about spirituality and self-awareness, and Donavan LeDean, who reads a poem about societal challenges and resilience. The program concludes with a message on conflict resolution and a thank you to Rachel for her insights.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 18 18 Billy Allen Champions Libraries, Literacy and Mental Health Through Hip-Hop and Community Leadership full 2ce137dd-9130-42a8-82a8-a4df54bbc42e https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/18 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," focusing on mental health and cultural expression. Guest Billy Allen, a librarian and branch manager at Whitney Library, discusses the challenges of serving diverse communities, including job seekers, unhoused individuals, and military veterans. He emphasizes the importance of mental health checks and leadership. Billy also highlights his initiative, Three Kings Vision, promoting literacy through hip-hop storytelling. The program also features various poets addressing themes like mental health, black love, and personal loss, underscoring the show's mission to inspire and educate.

]]> Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," focusing on mental health and cultural expression. Guest Billy Allen, a librarian and branch manager at Whitney Library, discusses the challenges of serving diverse communities, including job seekers, unhoused individuals, and military veterans. He emphasizes the importance of mental health checks and leadership. Billy also highlights his initiative, Three Kings Vision, promoting literacy through hip-hop storytelling. The program also features various poets addressing themes like mental health, black love, and personal loss, underscoring the show's mission to inspire and educate.

]]> Sun, 05 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1800 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," focusing on mental health and cultural expression. Guest Billy Allen, a librarian and branch manager at Whitney Library, discusses the challenges of serving diverse communities, including job seekers, unhoused individuals, and military veterans. He emphasizes the importance of mental health checks and leadership. Billy also highlights his initiative, Three Kings Vision, promoting literacy through hip-hop storytelling. The program also features various poets addressing themes like mental health, black love, and personal loss, underscoring the show's mission to inspire and educate.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 17 17 Donavan LeDean and Acamea Deadwiler Discusses The Significance of Mental Health Writing and The Role It Plays In Today's Society full a89ce02e-346f-4fbd-b8b7-8efac2a9479e https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/17 Donavan LeDean hosts a poetry show focused on mental health, featuring guest Akemi Daweiler, an Indiana native and Las Vegas resident. Acamea Deadwiler discusses her journey into mental health writing, inspired by her personal experiences and a family mental health crisis. She emphasizes the importance of storytelling without judgment and the role of mental health writing in reducing stigma. Acamea shares an example from her memoir, highlighting the need to frame stories with grace. The show also features various poets performing works on themes like black love, personal struggles, and spirituality, reflecting diverse perspectives on mental health and resilience.

]]> Donavan LeDean hosts a poetry show focused on mental health, featuring guest Akemi Daweiler, an Indiana native and Las Vegas resident. Acamea Deadwiler discusses her journey into mental health writing, inspired by her personal experiences and a family mental health crisis. She emphasizes the importance of storytelling without judgment and the role of mental health writing in reducing stigma. Acamea shares an example from her memoir, highlighting the need to frame stories with grace. The show also features various poets performing works on themes like black love, personal struggles, and spirituality, reflecting diverse perspectives on mental health and resilience.

]]> Sun, 14 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1799 Donavan LeDean hosts a poetry show focused on mental health, featuring guest Akemi Daweiler, an Indiana native and Las Vegas resident. Acamea Deadwiler discusses her journey into mental health writing, inspired by her personal experiences and a family mental health crisis. She emphasizes the importance of storytelling without judgment and the role of mental health writing in reducing stigma. Acamea shares an example from her memoir, highlighting the need to frame stories with grace. The show also features various poets performing works on themes like black love, personal struggles, and spirituality, reflecting diverse perspectives on mental health and resilience.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 16 16 Poets Explore Mental Health, Cultural Expression, and Social Issues full a3936126-4cb3-45d8-b511-aa4564d7bd1d https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/16 Hosted by Donavan LeDean, various poets explore themes of mental health promotion, cultural expression, and social issues. Key poems discussed include reflections on black love, the struggle for personal freedom, and the human condition. Additionally, the show includes messages promoting courage, healthy debate, and the importance of embracing diverse perspectives. The program also features announcements for booking opportunities and contact details for further engagement.

]]> Hosted by Donavan LeDean, various poets explore themes of mental health promotion, cultural expression, and social issues. Key poems discussed include reflections on black love, the struggle for personal freedom, and the human condition. Additionally, the show includes messages promoting courage, healthy debate, and the importance of embracing diverse perspectives. The program also features announcements for booking opportunities and contact details for further engagement.

]]> Sun, 07 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1800 Hosted by Donavan LeDean, various poets explore themes of mental health promotion, cultural expression, and social issues. Key poems discussed include reflections on black love, the struggle for personal freedom, and the human condition. Additionally, the show includes messages promoting courage, healthy debate, and the importance of embracing diverse perspectives. The program also features announcements for booking opportunities and contact details for further engagement.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 15 15 Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion Showcases Poets Confronting Social Struggles, Championing Healing, and Inspiring Positive Change full 9b89491d-ebe8-4cf0-a23a-8dcac97d0b0f https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/15 The program, hosted by Donavan LeDean, features a variety of poets addressing themes of mental health, resilience, and social issues. Poems touch on personal loss, the struggle for human safety, and the impact of societal challenges such as gun violence, economic inequality, and systemic racism. Specific poems include reflections on the power of poetry to heal, the experiences of marginalized communities, and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset. The show also includes motivational messages about changing routines to reduce stress and the importance of letting go of the past to focus on the present.

]]> The program, hosted by Donavan LeDean, features a variety of poets addressing themes of mental health, resilience, and social issues. Poems touch on personal loss, the struggle for human safety, and the impact of societal challenges such as gun violence, economic inequality, and systemic racism. Specific poems include reflections on the power of poetry to heal, the experiences of marginalized communities, and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset. The show also includes motivational messages about changing routines to reduce stress and the importance of letting go of the past to focus on the present.

]]> Sun, 10 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1800 The program, hosted by Donavan LeDean, features a variety of poets addressing themes of mental health, resilience, and social issues. Poems touch on personal loss, the struggle for human safety, and the impact of societal challenges such as gun violence, economic inequality, and systemic racism. Specific poems include reflections on the power of poetry to heal, the experiences of marginalized communities, and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset. The show also includes motivational messages about changing routines to reduce stress and the importance of letting go of the past to focus on the present.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 14 14 Poets Illuminate Mental Health, Humanity, and Healing Through Powerful Verse full 8a352598-2217-4e88-a465-8bbde1e9bfa8 https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/14 The program, hosted by Donavan LeDean, features a variety of poems exploring themes of mental health, humanity, and social issues. It begins with a piece about kindness toward a homeless man, followed by reflections on overcoming personal struggles through poetry. Other works touch on inspiration and spirituality, a woman’s internal battle, and the importance of positivity and resilience. Additional poems delve into healing and self-discovery, societal critiques and violence, and expressions of love and connection. One poem honors the strength of passionate women, while another explores the concept of perfection. The program concludes with a call to support public radio.

]]> The program, hosted by Donavan LeDean, features a variety of poems exploring themes of mental health, humanity, and social issues. It begins with a piece about kindness toward a homeless man, followed by reflections on overcoming personal struggles through poetry. Other works touch on inspiration and spirituality, a woman’s internal battle, and the importance of positivity and resilience. Additional poems delve into healing and self-discovery, societal critiques and violence, and expressions of love and connection. One poem honors the strength of passionate women, while another explores the concept of perfection. The program concludes with a call to support public radio.

]]> Sun, 03 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1864 The program, hosted by Donavan LeDean, features a variety of poems exploring themes of mental health, humanity, and social issues. It begins with a piece about kindness toward a homeless man, followed by reflections on overcoming personal struggles through poetry. Other works touch on inspiration and spirituality, a woman’s internal battle, and the importance of positivity and resilience. Additional poems delve into healing and self-discovery, societal critiques and violence, and expressions of love and connection. One poem honors the strength of passionate women, while another explores the concept of perfection. The program concludes with a call to support public radio.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 13 13 Voices of Power: Poets Explore Leadership, Identity, and the Healing Force of Expression full 538de299-063d-41d5-b7ee-72660cfb1869 https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/13 The program, hosted by Donavan LeDean, features a variety of poets including Tariq Moore, Donavan LeDean, Dave Liz Prince, Gabby Moreno, Stefan Petway, Michelle Marrero, Zachary Gutierrez, Loved by ACE, Moody Black, Sheldon Alex Sebastian, and others. The poets address themes of leadership, mental health, spirituality, resilience, and personal growth. Specific poems discussed include reflections on leadership, the struggles of passionate women, the journey of a wounded bird, the search for inspiration, the human experience, the concept of perfection, the impact of societal expectations, and the complexities of love and identity. The show concludes with a message about the power of poetry as a form of communication and expression.

]]> The program, hosted by Donavan LeDean, features a variety of poets including Tariq Moore, Donavan LeDean, Dave Liz Prince, Gabby Moreno, Stefan Petway, Michelle Marrero, Zachary Gutierrez, Loved by ACE, Moody Black, Sheldon Alex Sebastian, and others. The poets address themes of leadership, mental health, spirituality, resilience, and personal growth. Specific poems discussed include reflections on leadership, the struggles of passionate women, the journey of a wounded bird, the search for inspiration, the human experience, the concept of perfection, the impact of societal expectations, and the complexities of love and identity. The show concludes with a message about the power of poetry as a form of communication and expression.

]]> Sun, 13 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1799 The program, hosted by Donavan LeDean, features a variety of poets including Tariq Moore, Donavan LeDean, Dave Liz Prince, Gabby Moreno, Stefan Petway, Michelle Marrero, Zachary Gutierrez, Loved by ACE, Moody Black, Sheldon Alex Sebastian, and others. The poets address themes of leadership, mental health, spirituality, resilience, and personal growth. Specific poems discussed include reflections on leadership, the struggles of passionate women, the journey of a wounded bird, the search for inspiration, the human experience, the concept of perfection, the impact of societal expectations, and the complexities of love and identity. The show concludes with a message about the power of poetry as a form of communication and expression.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 12 12 Uplift Voices, Heal Minds: Poets Speak Truth on Mental Health and Unity full d22687a7-ff45-4791-a59a-e300c19dbd79 https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/12 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program dedicated to promoting mental health through spoken word. The show features various poets including Tariq Moore, Donavan LeDean, Liz Prince, Gabby Moreno, Stephon Pedway, Michelle Marrero, Zachary Gutierrez, Ace Moody Black, and Sheldon Alex Sebastian. Poems cover themes of urban escape, love, resilience, and human connection. Donovan emphasizes the importance of mental health, self-expression, and community. The program concludes with a call to action for humanity and unity, urging listeners to make a positive impact.

]]> Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program dedicated to promoting mental health through spoken word. The show features various poets including Tariq Moore, Donavan LeDean, Liz Prince, Gabby Moreno, Stephon Pedway, Michelle Marrero, Zachary Gutierrez, Ace Moody Black, and Sheldon Alex Sebastian. Poems cover themes of urban escape, love, resilience, and human connection. Donovan emphasizes the importance of mental health, self-expression, and community. The program concludes with a call to action for humanity and unity, urging listeners to make a positive impact.

]]> Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1799 Donavan LeDean hosts "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion," a program dedicated to promoting mental health through spoken word. The show features various poets including Tariq Moore, Donavan LeDean, Liz Prince, Gabby Moreno, Stephon Pedway, Michelle Marrero, Zachary Gutierrez, Ace Moody Black, and Sheldon Alex Sebastian. Poems cover themes of urban escape, love, resilience, and human connection. Donovan emphasizes the importance of mental health, self-expression, and community. The program concludes with a call to action for humanity and unity, urging listeners to make a positive impact.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 11 11 Uplift Humanity, Heal Through Verse, Defend the Arts full 413ffbe6-9968-4afb-9d3d-39e33a12175a https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/11 The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features various poets addressing themes of mental health, humanity, and personal growth. Donavan shares a poem about helping a homeless man, emphasizing the importance of kindness. Other poets discuss themes of resilience, self-discovery, and the human condition. One poem reflects on personal struggles and healing, while another explores the experiences of a black man navigating societal challenges. The program concludes with a call to support the arts and democracy, highlighting their importance in maintaining societal harmony.

]]> The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features various poets addressing themes of mental health, humanity, and personal growth. Donavan shares a poem about helping a homeless man, emphasizing the importance of kindness. Other poets discuss themes of resilience, self-discovery, and the human condition. One poem reflects on personal struggles and healing, while another explores the experiences of a black man navigating societal challenges. The program concludes with a call to support the arts and democracy, highlighting their importance in maintaining societal harmony.

]]> Sun, 01 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1800 The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features various poets addressing themes of mental health, humanity, and personal growth. Donavan shares a poem about helping a homeless man, emphasizing the importance of kindness. Other poets discuss themes of resilience, self-discovery, and the human condition. One poem reflects on personal struggles and healing, while another explores the experiences of a black man navigating societal challenges. The program concludes with a call to support the arts and democracy, highlighting their importance in maintaining societal harmony.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 10 10 Poetry in Motion Confronts Mental Health, Resilience, and Social Justice full 1e66c459-a79e-437c-80b5-be152a04abca https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/10 The "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" show, hosted by Donna Millie Dean, featured various poets addressing themes of mental health, resilience, and social issues. Poems discussed included reflections on personal struggles, societal challenges, and the importance of community and self-care. Specific topics included the impact of mental health on daily life, the experiences of marginalized groups, and the need for empathy and support. The show also emphasized the power of poetry to inspire and heal, and concluded with a call to action for civil duty and community support.

]]> The "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" show, hosted by Donna Millie Dean, featured various poets addressing themes of mental health, resilience, and social issues. Poems discussed included reflections on personal struggles, societal challenges, and the importance of community and self-care. Specific topics included the impact of mental health on daily life, the experiences of marginalized groups, and the need for empathy and support. The show also emphasized the power of poetry to inspire and heal, and concluded with a call to action for civil duty and community support.

]]> Sun, 04 May 2025 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1791 The "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" show, hosted by Donna Millie Dean, featured various poets addressing themes of mental health, resilience, and social issues. Poems discussed included reflections on personal struggles, societal challenges, and the importance of community and self-care. Specific topics included the impact of mental health on daily life, the experiences of marginalized groups, and the need for empathy and support. The show also emphasized the power of poetry to inspire and heal, and concluded with a call to action for civil duty and community support.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 9 9 "Battle Scars"-Music Poetry & Inspirational Dialogue full e4427352-ba66-47ee-ab0e-aad704b34284 https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/9 This episode heals internal wounds and changes thought through poetry and dialogue. Each poem is read by renown artists and poets nationwide in the U.S; accompanied with several music genres from lofi chill, hip hop, cinematic to new age music. The headline poem for this episode is "Wounded Bird" read by the creator, artist, music artist, author, and poet Gaby Moreno from San Diego, California, USA. Be uplifted and be inspired. 

]]> This episode heals internal wounds and changes thought through poetry and dialogue. Each poem is read by renown artists and poets nationwide in the U.S; accompanied with several music genres from lofi chill, hip hop, cinematic to new age music. The headline poem for this episode is "Wounded Bird" read by the creator, artist, music artist, author, and poet Gaby Moreno from San Diego, California, USA. Be uplifted and be inspired. 

]]> Fri, 25 Apr 2025 15:02:57 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 900 This episode heals internal wounds and changes thought through poetry and dialogue. Each poem is read by renown artists and poets nationwide in the U.S; accompanied with several music genres from lofi chill, hip hop, cinematic to new age music. The headline poem for this episode is "Wounded Bird" read by the creator, artist, music artist, author, and poet Gaby Moreno from San Diego, California, USA. Be uplifted and be inspired. 

]]> music, poetry, inspirational dialogue No 8 8 Voices Rise: Exploring Humanity, Resilience, and Heart Through Poetry full 2d824fca-25be-479e-9e91-077f576eca41 https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/8 The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features various poets discussing themes of humanity, resilience, and social issues. Poems touch on themes of empathy, the struggles of the underprivileged, and the strength of women. One poet reflects on the fleeting nature of life, while another addresses the pain and confusion of Wolverine from the X-Men. The show concludes with motivational messages about life, conflict resolution, and the importance of following one's heart. Donovan LeDean also promotes his poetry books and contact information for bookings.

]]> The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features various poets discussing themes of humanity, resilience, and social issues. Poems touch on themes of empathy, the struggles of the underprivileged, and the strength of women. One poet reflects on the fleeting nature of life, while another addresses the pain and confusion of Wolverine from the X-Men. The show concludes with motivational messages about life, conflict resolution, and the importance of following one's heart. Donovan LeDean also promotes his poetry books and contact information for bookings.

]]> Sun, 06 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1799 The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features various poets discussing themes of humanity, resilience, and social issues. Poems touch on themes of empathy, the struggles of the underprivileged, and the strength of women. One poet reflects on the fleeting nature of life, while another addresses the pain and confusion of Wolverine from the X-Men. The show concludes with motivational messages about life, conflict resolution, and the importance of following one's heart. Donovan LeDean also promotes his poetry books and contact information for bookings.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 7 7 Peace, Love, and Poetry full 80f70f89-9964-4a6e-aade-0e5d4f573469 https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/7 The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" featured various poets discussing themes of competition, isolation, love, and societal issues. Donavan LeDean, the host, introduced the show and provided contact information for ASJ Productions. Poems addressed the harsh realities of sports, personal struggles, and societal problems like poverty and government shutdowns. The program emphasized themes of resilience, communication, and the importance of community. It concluded with inspirational messages about longevity, humility, and spreading love. The poets also highlighted the complexities of love, the human condition, and the search for identity and purpose.

]]> The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" featured various poets discussing themes of competition, isolation, love, and societal issues. Donavan LeDean, the host, introduced the show and provided contact information for ASJ Productions. Poems addressed the harsh realities of sports, personal struggles, and societal problems like poverty and government shutdowns. The program emphasized themes of resilience, communication, and the importance of community. It concluded with inspirational messages about longevity, humility, and spreading love. The poets also highlighted the complexities of love, the human condition, and the search for identity and purpose.

]]> Sun, 02 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0800 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1739 The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" featured various poets discussing themes of competition, isolation, love, and societal issues. Donavan LeDean, the host, introduced the show and provided contact information for ASJ Productions. Poems addressed the harsh realities of sports, personal struggles, and societal problems like poverty and government shutdowns. The program emphasized themes of resilience, communication, and the importance of community. It concluded with inspirational messages about longevity, humility, and spreading love. The poets also highlighted the complexities of love, the human condition, and the search for identity and purpose.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 6 6 Spoken Word on Leadership, Love, and Resilience full b517c59a-938f-4213-a8ca-7ce358c7e963 https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/6 The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features a variety of spoken word performances. The poetry covers themes of leadership, love, resilience, and social issues. One poem emphasizes the need for visionary leadership to combat rising terror and promote peace. Another expresses a deep, romantic longing for a country lifestyle. A powerful message encourages listeners to embrace their uniqueness and resilience, while another highlights the confusion and social issues in society today. The program concludes with inspirational messages about rising above adversity and the power of silence in confronting bullies.

]]> The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features a variety of spoken word performances. The poetry covers themes of leadership, love, resilience, and social issues. One poem emphasizes the need for visionary leadership to combat rising terror and promote peace. Another expresses a deep, romantic longing for a country lifestyle. A powerful message encourages listeners to embrace their uniqueness and resilience, while another highlights the confusion and social issues in society today. The program concludes with inspirational messages about rising above adversity and the power of silence in confronting bullies.

]]> Sun, 02 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0800 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1789 The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features a variety of spoken word performances. The poetry covers themes of leadership, love, resilience, and social issues. One poem emphasizes the need for visionary leadership to combat rising terror and promote peace. Another expresses a deep, romantic longing for a country lifestyle. A powerful message encourages listeners to embrace their uniqueness and resilience, while another highlights the confusion and social issues in society today. The program concludes with inspirational messages about rising above adversity and the power of silence in confronting bullies.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 5 5 Voices of Truth: Poetry Inspires Peace, Love, and Unity full b2a58aeb-355b-4ca8-8d76-e8c7fd444b14 https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/5 The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features a variety of spoken word performances. The poetry addresses themes of peace, love, and societal issues. Performers discuss the importance of authenticity, self-love, and community. Specific poems touch on personal struggles, societal challenges, and the search for identity. The program also includes reflections on the impact of societal expectations, the value of love over money, and the need for unity and leadership. The show is sponsored by ASJE Productions and aims to inspire and motivate listeners through cultural expression. 

]]> The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features a variety of spoken word performances. The poetry addresses themes of peace, love, and societal issues. Performers discuss the importance of authenticity, self-love, and community. Specific poems touch on personal struggles, societal challenges, and the search for identity. The program also includes reflections on the impact of societal expectations, the value of love over money, and the need for unity and leadership. The show is sponsored by ASJE Productions and aims to inspire and motivate listeners through cultural expression. 

]]> Sun, 05 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0800 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1800 The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features a variety of spoken word performances. The poetry addresses themes of peace, love, and societal issues. Performers discuss the importance of authenticity, self-love, and community. Specific poems touch on personal struggles, societal challenges, and the search for identity. The program also includes reflections on the impact of societal expectations, the value of love over money, and the need for unity and leadership. The show is sponsored by ASJE Productions and aims to inspire and motivate listeners through cultural expression. 

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 4 4 Resilience, Unity, and Growth Through Spoken Word Poetry full 45320323-3dc4-4165-8f31-6b7a965ca5d6 https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/4 The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features a variety of spoken word poetry addressing themes of resilience, unity, and self-discovery. Poems discuss the struggle for human safety, the depth of black identity, the pursuit of freedom, and the importance of self-love and community. The show also touches on political issues, such as the impact of recent elections and the need for universal health care. The poetry aims to inspire, educate, and motivate listeners through cultural expression, promoting peace, love, and growth for humanity.

]]> The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features a variety of spoken word poetry addressing themes of resilience, unity, and self-discovery. Poems discuss the struggle for human safety, the depth of black identity, the pursuit of freedom, and the importance of self-love and community. The show also touches on political issues, such as the impact of recent elections and the need for universal health care. The poetry aims to inspire, educate, and motivate listeners through cultural expression, promoting peace, love, and growth for humanity.

]]> Sun, 01 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0800 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1732 The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features a variety of spoken word poetry addressing themes of resilience, unity, and self-discovery. Poems discuss the struggle for human safety, the depth of black identity, the pursuit of freedom, and the importance of self-love and community. The show also touches on political issues, such as the impact of recent elections and the need for universal health care. The poetry aims to inspire, educate, and motivate listeners through cultural expression, promoting peace, love, and growth for humanity.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 3 3 Social Change, Love, and Growth Through Spoken Word Poetry full 705b41bf-28f3-4a58-be3b-4cf20e21b02b https://NextManUpPoetryNMotion.transistor.fm/s1/3 The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features a mix of spoken word poetry addressing various social and personal themes. Poems cover topics such as the impact of COVID-19, political unrest, and the struggle for human rights. There are also poems about love, nature, and personal growth. The program emphasizes themes of peace, love, and growth, and encourages self-reflection and community engagement. Donavan LeDean concludes with messages on self-ownership, maintaining a healthy mind, and the importance of recognizing one's greatness and potential.

]]> The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features a mix of spoken word poetry addressing various social and personal themes. Poems cover topics such as the impact of COVID-19, political unrest, and the struggle for human rights. There are also poems about love, nature, and personal growth. The program emphasizes themes of peace, love, and growth, and encourages self-reflection and community engagement. Donavan LeDean concludes with messages on self-ownership, maintaining a healthy mind, and the importance of recognizing one's greatness and potential.

]]> Sun, 03 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0800 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1801 The program "Next Man Up, Poetry in Motion" hosted by Donavan LeDean features a mix of spoken word poetry addressing various social and personal themes. Poems cover topics such as the impact of COVID-19, political unrest, and the struggle for human rights. There are also poems about love, nature, and personal growth. The program emphasizes themes of peace, love, and growth, and encourages self-reflection and community engagement. Donavan LeDean concludes with messages on self-ownership, maintaining a healthy mind, and the importance of recognizing one's greatness and potential.

]]> music, poetry, motion, peace, love, growth, humanity, culture, motivation, education, inspiration, storytelling, power No 2 2 Celebrating Humanity, Love, and Growth full b9943b5d-fead-4f43-af1d-77320a25bbc9 http://www.rss.com/nextmanupppoetrybydonavan In this powerful episode of Next Man Up: Poetry in Motion, host Donavan LeDean—a renowned actor, author, and rhythmic poet—guides listeners through a moving exploration of humanity, love, and self-reflection. Through a blend of spoken word and poetic narratives, the episode delves into themes of compassion, resilience, relationships, and cultural identity. With vivid storytelling and emotive verse, the show offers inspiration and healing while uplifting the voices and experiences of the community. The episode encourages listeners to embrace simplicity, self-love, and unity for the betterment of themselves and society.

]]> In this powerful episode of Next Man Up: Poetry in Motion, host Donavan LeDean—a renowned actor, author, and rhythmic poet—guides listeners through a moving exploration of humanity, love, and self-reflection. Through a blend of spoken word and poetic narratives, the episode delves into themes of compassion, resilience, relationships, and cultural identity. With vivid storytelling and emotive verse, the show offers inspiration and healing while uplifting the voices and experiences of the community. The episode encourages listeners to embrace simplicity, self-love, and unity for the betterment of themselves and society.

]]> Sun, 06 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1572 In this powerful episode of Next Man Up: Poetry in Motion, host Donavan LeDean—a renowned actor, author, and rhythmic poet—guides listeners through a moving exploration of humanity, love, and self-reflection. Through a blend of spoken word and poetic narratives, the episode delves into themes of compassion, resilience, relationships, and cultural identity. With vivid storytelling and emotive verse, the show offers inspiration and healing while uplifting the voices and experiences of the community. The episode encourages listeners to embrace simplicity, self-love, and unity for the betterment of themselves and society.

]]> music, poetry, peace, love, life, inspiration, self reflection, No 1 1 Voices of Resilience and Reflection full b74ff11b-d8d7-430f-8bef-efe86f16b0c7 https://nextmanuppoetryinmotion.com/episode1 In this episode of "Next Man Up: Poetry in Motion," host Donavan LeDean, an actor, author, and rhythmic poet, delivers a powerful and introspective spoken word performance. Through evocative poetry, Donavan explores themes of struggle, resilience, love, and societal challenges. The episode delves into the complexities of human emotions and experiences, offering listeners a blend of motivation, reflection, and cultural expression. From personal battles to universal issues, each verse serves as a call for peace, growth, and the relentless pursuit of a better tomorrow. 

]]> In this episode of "Next Man Up: Poetry in Motion," host Donavan LeDean, an actor, author, and rhythmic poet, delivers a powerful and introspective spoken word performance. Through evocative poetry, Donavan explores themes of struggle, resilience, love, and societal challenges. The episode delves into the complexities of human emotions and experiences, offering listeners a blend of motivation, reflection, and cultural expression. From personal battles to universal issues, each verse serves as a call for peace, growth, and the relentless pursuit of a better tomorrow. 

]]> Sun, 01 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0700 Donavan LeDean Donavan LeDean 1562 In this episode of "Next Man Up: Poetry in Motion," host Donavan LeDean, an actor, author, and rhythmic poet, delivers a powerful and introspective spoken word performance. Through evocative poetry, Donavan explores themes of struggle, resilience, love, and societal challenges. The episode delves into the complexities of human emotions and experiences, offering listeners a blend of motivation, reflection, and cultural expression. From personal battles to universal issues, each verse serves as a call for peace, growth, and the relentless pursuit of a better tomorrow. 

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