The Therapeutic Poetry Session (TTPS)| the start of a poetry podcast

A sanctuary — for feelers, thinkers, healers. Come as you are, leave lighter. Expect vulnerability, poetry, conversation that stays.
About this Event

September Theme: "The First Day of Autumn"

• 5:30–6:30 — A curated hour of nurturing connection before the show with card questions, a few games etc; After Work Vibes: mix and mingle, come solo or bring a friend, relax with music, a slice, a glass of wine

• 6:30–8:00 — Poetry Session (includes 45-min open mic)

• 8:00–8:15 — Wrap-up, time to digest the night

Important information about TTPS podcast culture:

This space is centered on mental health and wellness — approached holistically, because healing isn’t one-dimensional. We hold space for mind, heart, and spirit through poetry, honest conversation, and community.

We won’t pretend the weight of the world doesn’t follow us into the room. This isn’t a political platform — it’s a place to exhale, not debate.

A diverse space for all kinds of people, built around shared themes. Leave your biases and judgments at the door. The goal: an authentic, safe community where people can actually be seen.

Open Mic Guidelines:

Includes any and all forms of visual and performing arts:

all writing genres

song/music and dance

Visual art

theatre

Etc

11 slots: 4 minutes per person

share content around above theme (s) and keeping in mind TTPS culture

Email host to sign up or sign-up in-person. first come first served therefire slot not a guarantee but will add you on list for next event. Final list shared on day of event.

Agenda

🕑: 05:30 PM - 08:15 PM
The Therapeutic Poetry Session| podcast | Ep. 1
Host: Marquita Niles

Info: "The First Day of Autumn" 5:30–8:15pm
• 5:30–6:30 — After Work Vibes: mix and mingle, come solo or bring a friend, relax with music, a slice, a glass of wine
• 6:30–8:00 — Poetry Session (includes 45-min open mic)
• 8:00–8:15 — Wrap-up, time to digest the night