Angela's Poetic Lens And Voice
By Angela Barnes
Welcome to my weekly podcast. Two of my favorite activities over the course of my life are writing poetry and reading it aloud. I view the world with a poetic eye. Then, I process it with poetry. Here, I give voice to my poems for you to enjoy. Photo Credit: Trinity Barnes
Angela's Poetic Lens And VoiceFeb 27, 2021
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Ode to the Church Stomp
Let me take you back to an old-time A.M.E. church.
Nov 25, 202306:55
Contrapuntal Giving Poem
Please send a donation to my favorite charity at https://wtef.wayne.k12.in.us/donate/
Nov 18, 202303:05
Tender-Headed
Beauty is sometimes worth the pain.
Nov 11, 202304:08
8 Tiny Pools
Come with me in an eight and discover a beautiful sight.
Nov 04, 202303:06
More Than a Teacher
Never feel compelled to preface your title with "just."
Oct 28, 202303:10
Pride
An observation of personal pride
Oct 21, 202303:11
When the School Library is Dark
An imaginative exploration of an empty library
Jul 05, 202303:20
There Is a Praise
A poem celebrating my mother's life
May 15, 202306:21
Dawn of the Eagle
One magical morning at my local elementary school
May 06, 202303:58
Easter Sunday on 23rd and Park Avenue
A celebration interrupted
Apr 09, 202307:08
100, 000 Heartbeats
A poem for American Heart Month
Feb 26, 202303:19
Keep Chasing Your Dreams
It is not too late to make your dream a reality. https://a.co/d/bUzBjin This is the link to purchase my new book of poetry, Tiger Out of the Cage.
Dec 31, 202203:59
Tiger Out of the Cage
A love letter to my listeners
Nov 20, 202204:20
Rhoyalty
A poem in celebration of my Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Centennial Celebration.
Nov 12, 202203:37
Ode to My Jam
Homage to the songs that give us life!
Oct 08, 202203:22
Growing Up
This poem takes a look at what it means to grow up and how we relate to others along the way.
Sep 25, 202203:47
The ABCs of Being an SGRho
A reflection piece inspired by my daughter
Sep 17, 202203:49
Roaming the Halls at School
A spotlight on a tiny fraction of the student body
Sep 10, 202203:27
I Just Trust in the Lord, For Sister Averett
A poem to celebrate my favorite nonagenarian.
Sep 03, 202202:51
Jamaica Collection, Part 2
This is the second half of the poems I was inspired to write while visiting Negril, Jamaica.
Aug 28, 202203:58
Jamaica Collection, Part 1
This is the first half of the poems I was inspired to write while visiting Negril, Jamaica.
Aug 21, 202204:04
January 6, 2021 Collection - 4 Poems
I wrote these poems in January 2021 after witnessing the events on January 6.
Jun 16, 202207:07
The Story
What is the story you tell yourself?
May 06, 202204:39
Kimoni
A quiet pandemic observation at school
Apr 30, 202202:37
Tending Our Mothers' Gardens
Remembering to care of our sisters the way we were taught.
Mar 13, 202204:14
One Photo Black and White (for Daisy)
In honor of my great-great-great-grandmother
Mar 05, 202204:05
Beautiful People Gathering
A reflection of my poetry reading
Feb 27, 202203:17
Snow is Melting
There is beauty in melting.
Feb 20, 202202:43
Mama Africa
A child of the diaspora honors her mama.
Feb 13, 202204:08
Meditation #2 Not Alone
Controlling your breath is self-care. Remember 1 Peter 5:6-7.
Feb 05, 202204:52
The Majestic Beauty of Snow
In the midst of winter, enjoy the snow.
Jan 30, 202202:56
Ode to the Teachers Who Stay
Encouragement for educators who are not leaving education.
Jan 21, 202204:42
Space
Celebrate my birthday with a special edition poem.
Dec 23, 202102:32
Meditation #1- Identity
Find a place to sit for five minutes and enjoy this poetic retreat.
Dec 04, 202105:49
Cousins
A celebration of our remarkable cousins.
Nov 27, 202103:56
Fall Walk
The fall leaves can strike fear.
Nov 20, 202102:27
Just Family
The family grows with love.
Nov 13, 202103:26
Girl Fight At School
Fights are harder for teachers to process than most think.
Nov 06, 202104:54
Obama Time
There's a reason we reference time around President Obama. I dedicate this poem to Jackie Sibblies Drury who inspired me and my friend, Professor Wendy Meaden who made our meeting possible.
Oct 30, 202104:17
Needy
The spoken sentiments of students during a pandemic in America.
Oct 23, 202102:32
Ode to Elizabeth
She was love in a small furry package.
Oct 21, 202103:16
Away
This poem woke me up in the middle of the night and moved me to tears as I penned it.
Jul 13, 202103:33
Oilin' My Skin
There is poetry in the daily task of taking care of our skin.
Jul 01, 202103:57
"Ode to the Working Mother in the Bleachers"
This poem puts you in the mind of a mother on a mission.
May 04, 202107:23
"We Do Matter"
How do you know you matter?
Apr 24, 202104:44
"Rowing Feeds Me in Ways Nothing Else Can"
Rowing is an amazing sport, but it is special to me for one reason. Photo by my teammate, Tim Cordes.
Apr 18, 202102:58
"Ode to my Urban Roster"
Saying one's name correctly is a sign of respect that says, "You matter." Photo by Trinity Barnes.
Apr 10, 202103:07
"The Tomb Was Empty"
This poem explores Easter and what it means. If you want to learn more, join me Saturday or Sunday at traderspoint.tv/
Photo Credit- Delephoto- Debra Ledsinger Photography www.delephoto.com
Photo Credit- Delephoto- Debra Ledsinger Photography www.delephoto.com
Apr 03, 202104:08
"Ode to the Sanguine Septuagenarian Sage in the Catch"
My celebration of Women's History Month would not be complete without one of my teammates. Photo Credit: Tim Cordes, my Indianapolis Rowing Center teammate
Mar 27, 202103:26
"Black-eyed Peas and Greens"
Some foods wake up sweet memories for us to enjoy along with our meal. Photo Credit- Delephoto- Debra Ledsinger Photography www.delephoto.com
Mar 20, 202104:41