BLAC Re-Membering Podcast
Welcome to the Black Appalachian Coalitions podcast entitled Black Re-Membering, where we will bring to you the heavy and the hope across the Ohio River Valley.
This is a place where we will let our souls wander. A place where we will sit in the ancestral hymns of what continues to be embedded in our soul and keeps us moving. This is a place where we will remind ourselves that we are deeply rooted in the fabric of the Appalachian region and that the Black Voice has something to say.
We want to remember who we are, and where we've come from. We are remembering our Black past and we are rooted, and we are here to stay. Welcome to Black Re-Membering. Here is where we hope that you find your place, your space, and your voice.
BLAC Re-Membering Podcast
Living Legends: Meet Glenis Redmond
Introducing Glenis Redmond, a poet and teaching artist who believes in the power of imagination. The first Poet Laureate of Greenville, South Carolina, Glenis considers herself an Air Force brat and proudly embraces her Southern roots. Her journey spans roles as a respected teaching artist at the Kennedy Center and an alumnus of Cave Canem. Glenis is also the author of six poetry books, drawing readers into her vibrant world. Despite her ongoing battle with cancer, Glenis embodies her mantra 'bloom anyhow', inspiring countless others with her perseverance.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Delve into the significance of recognizing your tie to your ancestral lineage and geographic origin.
- Acknowledge the restorative power of connecting with nature, particularly through gardening.
- Uncover the benefits of securing one's roots and finding the peace that accompanies silence.
- Grasp the struggle and triumph in reclaiming space and identity for the Black Appalachian community.
- Understand the critical place of self-care and self-empathy towards making life's journey smoother.
Learn more about Glenis Redmond and her work at https://www.glenisredmond.com/.
The mission of the Black Appalachian Coalition (BLAC) is to build a multi-state campaign that amplifies black voices, dismantles the colonized narrative of Appalachia, and uses story-based strategies and solutions that center the voices and lived experiences of Black Appalachians.
For more stories and information about The Black Appalachian Coalition please visit www.blackappalachiancoalition.org.