In this powerful episode of the La Raza BIPOC ACCESS Artist Development Podcast, we sit down with Amani Arts — member of the One Mic Educators collective, author, spoken word poet, concept artist and storyteller based in Hamilton, Ontario. Her work explores Black identity, Somali culture, Muslim representation, self love and the narratives that often get erased in mainstream media.    Amani has been published in TRADMagazine, PITCHMagazine, Briarpatch Magazine and more, and her book Oceans Barwaaqo is her first collective publication. She also teaches workshops for emerging writers and creatives, and was awarded the 2022 GOG Award for “Innovation in a permanent collection” for Breaking The Vault: Art and Poetic Liberty (Art Gallery of Hamilton).   In this episode we discuss:   Muslim + Somali representation in art Using poetry to reclaim narrative Refusing to shrink identity for acceptance Why showing nuance matters Centering joy, regularity + everyday life as art Why representation is a leadership responsibility This is a needed conversation for people who have ever felt unseen, misrepresented or culturally flattened by media.   Watch. Listen. Share. Someone needs access to this — today. LISTEN TO FULL PODCAST + EPISODES https://laraza.podbean.com/ Amani Arts IG — https://www.instagram.com/its.amani.arts Linktree — https://linktr.ee/itsamaniarts About the Project   The La Raza BIPOC ACCESS Artist Development Podcast is co-produced by Spin El Poeta https://instagram.com/spinelpoeta,THE DOPE CONTENT https://instagram.com/thedopecontent ONE MIC EDUCATORS https://instagram.com/educatorsonemic   Supported by Canada Council for the Arts.

Krystal Riverz and Immortal K share how River Rockz blends Hip-Hop and Indigenous traditions to heal communities and empower youth through art on the La Raza BIPOC ACCESS Podcast, presented by SPIN El Poeta x THE DOPE CONTENT.

Muhannad, spoken word poet and truth-seeker, shares how poetry became his sanctuary for healing, resistance, and identity on the La Raza BIPOC ACCESS Podcast, hosted by Spin El Poeta and produced by THE DOPE CONTENT and SPIN El Poeta.

Tracy J, poet, entrepreneur, and founder of Outpour, shares how she blends art, business, and healing through her open-mic series and tea brand Pour-et, building intentional spaces for Black and BIPOC creatives on the La Raza BIPOC ACCESS Podcast.

Spoken word poet turned hip-hop innovator Yungstar Millz shares how authentic storytelling, digital marketing, and independence fuel his rise in the music industry on the La Raza BIPOC Access Podcast.

Join us in this episode of La Raza BIPOC Access Podcast as we delve into the life and music of Esco, a dynamic Latin hip-hop artist blending his Cuban-Salvadorian heritage into his music. Listen as Esco shares his approach to bilingual songwriting, cultural fusion, and how he connects with a diverse audience through his unique sound. This episode offers a peek into the creative processes that shape modern Latin music and provides invaluable insights for any artist navigating the complexities of the music industry today.   This project was made possible with support from the Canada Council for the Arts.

Waabishkizi Miligan Kwe Robin Rice (Missing Murdered Indigenous Woman Warrior + Spoken Word Educator), shares her heartfelt journey of reclaiming her Indigenous identity against the backdrop of historical trauma.

From her battle with imposter syndrome to her triumphs on national stages, Amoya shares her journey of artistic growth and the impact of her voice in shaping community resilience.

Discover and explore the human experience with Gloria “Glowz” O’Koye, a captivating BIPOC creative, an author, spoken word artist and Voyager.

Mohawk elder Sylvia Bero and her Afro-Indigenous granddaughter share laughter, stories, and insights on Building Immigrant Indigenous Friendship past, present and future. This episode promises to inspire with lessons on resilience, friendship, and the beauty of intercultural connections.

Dive into the vibrant world of spoken word with @CreativeLogic and Spin El Poeta on our debut podcast episode, exploring artistry and the LA3Raza BIPOC Access project. Uncover monetization secrets, marketing mastery, and tales of resilience bridging immigrant and indigenous communities.