Dean Tsang - Atria || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2026-09-26 | Dean Tsang - Atria || Spoken Word Poetry ||
Elle Dillon-Reams - Where Are The Other Allies? || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-07-23 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 27 June 2025, we held our London Heat in partnership with Process Productions! From Elle Dillon-Reams, a powerful call to solidarity.Learn more about Elle Dillon-Reams' work via www elledillonreams.comWe're so grateful to Process Productions for partnering with us on this slam! Created by Tyrone Lewis, Process Productions are primarily documenting the poetry/spoken word scene. As well as documenting what already exists in the scenes, filming live events and taking event photography, Process Productions also aims to create new content like 'New Shit', an open mic documentary focusing on the London Poetry Scene and 'Scores' Please', a documentary series following the slam poetry world and poets feelings regarding different aspects of it. They also run a regular spoken word event series in London. Subscribe to their YouTube channel @ProcessProductions and learn more via processproductions.net Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Loud Poets Fringe 2025 || Show Trailer I Am Loud Productions 2025-07-22 | Book tickets for our brand-new Fringe show: scottishstorytellingcentre.online.red61.co.uk/event/913:6197/913:27310 For over a decade we’ve been showcasing the very best of spoken word poetry at the Fringe, and this year we’re kicking it up a notch!We’re debuting a brand-new show featuring the core Loud Poets Katie Ailes, Mark Gallie, and Kevin Mclean, with musical accompaniment from Jack Hinks and a different guest poet every night! Combining original spoken word, live music, visuals, and some tricks up our sleeves, this show rethinks what poetry can be and do. Expect a fist-thumping, pint-drinking, side-tickling, heart-wrenching spectacle that will thrill poetry lovers and turn sceptics into fans. Let’s get LOUD!8:30-9:45pm August 1, 8, 14, and 21 at the Scottish Storytelling Centre (venue 30). Tickets £16/14: scottishstorytellingcentre.online.red61.co.uk/event/913:6197/913:27310 ‘The most reliably entertaining spoken word show at the Fringe’ (TheWeeReview.com)'A kaleidoscope of spoken word' ★★★★★ (EdFringeReview.com)Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#EdFringe #EdFringe2025 #ScottishPoetry
Loud Poets 2024-25 Slam Series: London Heat || June 2025 || Full Slam I Am Loud Productions 2025-07-21 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 27 June 2025, we held our London Heat in partnership with Process Productions! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was UK spoken word icon Joelle Taylor. Our judges were Joelle Taylor, Kayla Martell Feldman, and Katie Ailes.Alan WhiteAman - instagram.com/AmanandartBella Cox - www.bellacox.comElle Dillon-Reams - www elledillonreams.comFrancis-Xavier Mukiibi - fxmpoetry.comGeorgie Simson - instagram.com/georgiesimsonJimmie - instagram.com/Jimmie.ezJohn Devlin - instagram.com/johndevlinverseMithago - instagram.com/mithago.crazeRoshni aka poetcat - instagram.com/its.poetcatSolomon OB iii - instagram.com/solomonobiiiThea - instagram.com/that1thea_Joelle Taylor is the author of 4 collections of poetry and one novel. Her most recent collection C+NTO & Othered Poems won the 2021 T.S Eliot Prize, and the Polari Book Prize for LGBT authors, and was named a book of the year by The White Review, The New Statesman, The Guardian and the Telegraph. C+NTO is currently being adapted for theatre with a view to touring nationally and internationally. Her work is translated into 7 languages and she regularly tours her work to countries including Brazil, Australia, Singapore, and across Europe. She is a co-curator and host of Out-Spoken Live, resident at the Southbank Centre, and an editor at Out-Spoken Press. Her novel of interconnecting stories The Night Alphabet was published by Quercus in Spring of 2024. She is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature, and the 2022 Saboteur Spoken Word Artist of the Year. Learn more about Joelle's work via joelletaylor.co.ukKevin Mclean hosted the slam. Learn more about his work via https://bsky.app/profile/kevoutloud.bsky.social Jack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for the poets in the final round. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk We're so grateful to Process Productions for partnering with us on this slam! Created by Tyrone Lewis, Process Productions are primarily documenting the poetry/spoken word scene. As well as documenting what already exists in the scenes, filming live events and taking event photography, Process Productions also aims to create new content like 'New Shit', an open mic documentary focusing on the London Poetry Scene and 'Scores' Please', a documentary series following the slam poetry world and poets feelings regarding different aspects of it. They also run a regular spoken word event series in London. Subscribe to their YouTube channel @ProcessProductions and learn more via processproductions.net Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Joelle Taylor - Angel || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-07-18 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 27 June 2025, we held our London Heat in partnership with Process Productions! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was Joelle Taylor. A powerful tribute to a friend from spoken word icon Joelle Taylor.Joelle Taylor is the author of 4 collections of poetry and one novel. Her most recent collection C+NTO & Othered Poems won the 2021 T.S Eliot Prize, and the Polari Book Prize for LGBT authors, and was named a book of the year by The White Review, The New Statesman, The Guardian and the Telegraph. C+NTO is currently being adapted for theatre with a view to touring nationally and internationally. Her work is translated into 7 languages and she regularly tours her work to countries including Brazil, Australia, Singapore, and across Europe. She is a co-curator and host of Out-Spoken Live, resident at the Southbank Centre, and an editor at Out-Spoken Press. Her novel of interconnecting stories The Night Alphabet was published by Quercus in Spring of 2024. She is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature, and the 2022 Saboteur Spoken Word Artist of the Year. Learn more about Joelle's work via joelletaylor.co.ukThis poem is featured in Joelle's award-winning collection 'C+nto & Othered Poems' (The Westbourne Press, 2021) which celebrates and mourns butch lives and culture. Order it here: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/c-nto-othered-poems-joelle-taylor/5722746 We're so grateful to Process Productions for partnering with us on this slam! Created by Tyrone Lewis, Process Productions are primarily documenting the poetry/spoken word scene. As well as documenting what already exists in the scenes, filming live events and taking event photography, Process Productions also aims to create new content like 'New Shit', an open mic documentary focusing on the London Poetry Scene and 'Scores' Please', a documentary series following the slam poetry world and poets feelings regarding different aspects of it. They also run a regular spoken word event series in London. Subscribe to their YouTube channel @ProcessProductions and learn more via processproductions.net Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Mae Diansangu - Gay Jesus || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-07-16 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 19 June 2025, we held our Aberdeen Heat in partnership with Aberdeen Performing Arts!A powerhouse poem from Mae Diansangu, who went on to win our Aberdeen Slam Heat!Learn more about Mae's work via instagram.com/vavapoetryWe're so grateful to Aberdeen Performing Arts for partnering with us on this event! APA is a multi-award winning, multi-site, arts charity right at the centre of North-east of Scotland. Learn more via aberdeenperformingarts.com Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Loud Poets 2024-25 Slam Series: Aberdeen Heat || June 2025 || Full Slam I Am Loud Productions 2025-07-14 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 19 June 2025, we held our Aberdeen Heat in partnership with Aberdeen Performing Arts! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's champion Shane Strachan. Our judges were Shane Strachan, Hanna Louise, and Katie Ailes.The slammers, in the order they performed in the first round, were:Aron Smith - https://linktr.ee/bruthavoodoo Billdozer - instagram.com/BillldozerChris Hale - instagram.com/apple.orange.grapefruitCLEA - instagram.com/c__l__e__a__Eve Mumford - instagram.com/poems_by_eveEKSstance - instagram.com/eksstanceFin Hall - instagram.com/Fin.hall.14Fiona Robertson - instagram.com/fionas_writingLucy Beth - lucy-beth-performer.comMae Diansangu - instagram.com/vavapoetryMarka RifatSara Lessmann - instagram.com/saradoessportsOur Sacrificial Poet Shane Strachan was the 2022-23 Scots Scriever (National Library of Scotland) and was awarded Scots Champion at the 2023 Scots Language Awards. His debut poetry collection DWAMS (Tapsalteerie) was nominated for Best Poetry Book at the 2024 Saltire Awards (Scotland's National Book Awards) and he won the 2024 McCash Scots Poetry Prize. He was the 2024 Loud Poets North Slam Champion and has performed his work with the National Theatre Scotland and on BBC Radio 4. He also exhibited his spoken-word project The Bill Gibb Line in Aberdeen Art Gallery and he holds a PhD in Creative Writing from the University of Aberdeen where he now lectures.Learn more about Shane’s work via shanestrachan.comKevin Mclean hosted the slam. Learn more about his work via https://bsky.app/profile/kevoutloud.bsky.social Jack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for the poets in the final round. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk We're so grateful to Aberdeen Performing Arts for partnering with us on this event! APA is a multi-award winning, multi-site, arts charity right at the centre of North-east of Scotland. Learn more via aberdeenperformingarts.com Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Shane Strachan - The Oriental Club, 26th April 1972 || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-07-11 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 19 June 2025, we held our Aberdeen Heat in partnership with Aberdeen Performing Arts! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's champion Shane Strachan. Our Sacrificial Poet Shane Strachan was the 2022-23 Scots Scriever (National Library of Scotland) and was awarded Scots Champion at the 2023 Scots Language Awards. His debut poetry collection DWAMS (Tapsalteerie) was nominated for Best Poetry Book at the 2024 Saltire Awards (Scotland's National Book Awards) and he won the 2024 McCash Scots Poetry Prize. He was the 2024 Loud Poets North Slam Champion and has performed his work with the National Theatre Scotland and on BBC Radio 4. He also exhibited his spoken-word project The Bill Gibb Line in Aberdeen Art Gallery and he holds a PhD in Creative Writing from the University of Aberdeen where he now lectures.Learn more about Shane’s work via shanestrachan.comJack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for this poem. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk We're so grateful to Aberdeen Performing Arts for partnering with us on this event! APA is a multi-award winning, multi-site, arts charity right at the centre of North-east of Scotland. Learn more via aberdeenperformingarts.com Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Gray Crosbie - Excerpt from Plant Sl*t || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-07-09 | Contains adult themes.Our 13th June 2025 Loud Poets Showcase at the Scottish Storytelling Centre featured Abby Oliveira, Gray Crosbie, Shane Strachan, and Christie Gourlay. It was hosted by Kevin Mclean with music from Jack Hinks. From Gray Crosbie, a hilarious yet hard-hitting poem about sex, plants, and time. Gray Crosbie is a queer writer and spoken word poet based in Glasgow. They perform regularly at poetry and cabaret nights around Scotland and regularly work with BBC The Social to create short poetry films. Their pamphlet of flash fiction, "Love, Pan-Fried", was published in 2019 by Knight Errant Press.Learn more about Gray's work via instagram.com/plantpowered_poet This showcase was made possible by funding through Creative Scotland and the National Lottery.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Abby Oliveira - Poitín || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-07-07 | Our 13th June 2025 Loud Poets Showcase at the Scottish Storytelling Centre featured Abby Oliveira, Gray Crosbie, Shane Strachan, and Christie Gourlay. It was hosted by Kevin Mclean with music from Jack Hinks. From Abby Oliveira, a trippy, hilarious PSA about the dangers of poitín, Northern Ireland's illegal home-brewed elixir...Abby Oliveira is a spoken-word poet, writer, performer, and arts facilitator based in the North of Ireland. Her work is often cross-discipline and collaborative, comprising poetry, storytelling, music, prose, playwriting, and/or physical performance. She was awarded SIAP funding by the Arts Council of Northern Ireland in order to complete her debut poetry manuscript in 2021. Recent published work includes contributions to The 32: An anthology of Irish Working Class voices (Unbound, 2021), The New Frontier: reflections from the Irish border (New Island Books, 2021), and Empty House: poetry & prose on the climate crisis (Doire Press, 2021). She has been commissioned as a writer many times, by organisations such as BBC & RTE radios, The MAC, and more.Learn more about Abby's work via abbyoliveira.com Jack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for this poem. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk This showcase was made possible by funding through Creative Scotland and the National Lottery.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Christie Gourlay - I Love with Teeth || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-07-04 | Our 13th June 2025 Loud Poets Showcase at the Scottish Storytelling Centre featured Abby Oliveira, Gray Crosbie, Shane Strachan, and Christie Gourlay. It was hosted by Kevin Mclean with music from Jack Hinks. A ferociously sensual manifesto from Christie Gourlay!Christie is an actor, musician, singer and slam winning spoken word artist based in Glasgow’s East End. She was drawn to spoken word because she thrives on applause and validation, and the opportunity to rant uninterrupted onstage in front of a captive audience was too tempting to resist. Christie is yet to have her writing published and her professional credits could fit on a post-it (or possibly a stamp) but her mum and dad say she is very good.Learn more about Christie's work via instagram.com/christie.gourlay Jack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for this poem. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk This showcase was made possible by funding through Creative Scotland and the National Lottery.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Shane Strachan - Dreepin, 2016 || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-07-02 | Our 13th June 2025 Loud Poets Showcase at the Scottish Storytelling Centre featured Abby Oliveira, Gray Crosbie, Shane Strachan, and Christie Gourlay. It was hosted by Kevin Mclean with music from Jack Hinks. At this showcase, Shane Strachan performed excerpts from "Dreepin," his fantastic poem sequence about Aberdeen's toxic relationship with oil, voiced by the oil. This is the final section; you can watch the first two sections via the links below:"Dreepin, 1969": youtu.be/a4QjixC4VxI"Dreepin, 1986": youtu.be/zQTXXGIIbw4 This poem sequence is featured in Shane's debut collection DWAMS (Tapsalteerie 2024); order it here: tapsalteerie.co.uk/product/dwams-by-shane-strachan Shane Strachan was the 2022-23 Scots Scriever (National Library of Scotland) and was awarded Scots Champion at the 2023 Scots Language Awards. His debut poetry collection DWAMS (Tapsalteerie) was nominated for Best Poetry Book at the 2024 Saltire Awards (Scotland's National Book Awards) and he won the 2024 McCash Scots Poetry Prize. He was the 2024 Loud Poets North Slam Champion and has performed his work with the National Theatre Scotland and on BBC Radio 4. He also exhibited his spoken-word project The Bill Gibb Line in Aberdeen Art Gallery and he holds a PhD in Creative Writing from the University of Aberdeen where he now lectures.Learn more about Shane's work via shanestrachan.com This showcase was made possible by funding through Creative Scotland and the National Lottery.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #Doric #ScottishPoetry
Susi Briggs - Goddess o the Dating App || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-06-30 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 3 May 2025, we held our Dumfries Heat in partnership with Up Yer Airts at the Stove Network! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's champion Aditya Narayan. Our judges were Aditya Narayan, Liam Russell, and Katie Ailes.From Susi Briggs, a hilarious tale of searching for love - and footwear...Learn more about Susi Briggs' work via www.susibriggs.co.ukWe're so grateful to Up Yer Airts for partnering with us on this event! Up Yer Airts is a groundbreaking initiative empowering young people to curate vibrant cultural events and refine their craft as arts and creative industry professionals in Dumfries and Galloway. As an organisation led by young people, they are out to push the boundaries of what is possible for the region. Learn more at upyerairts.comWe were also delighted to return to The Stove for this event! The Stove Network is an arts and community organisation located in Dumfries. Learn more about their fantastic work: thestove.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Steve A Poet - Inconvenient || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-06-27 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 3 May 2025, we held our Dumfries Heat in partnership with Up Yer Airts at the Stove Network! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's champion Aditya Narayan. Our judges were Aditya Narayan, Liam Russell, and Katie Ailes.From Steve A Poet, a tale all too familiar to all hikers, bird-watchers, and nature-lovers...We're so grateful to Up Yer Airts for partnering with us on this event! Up Yer Airts is a groundbreaking initiative empowering young people to curate vibrant cultural events and refine their craft as arts and creative industry professionals in Dumfries and Galloway. As an organisation led by young people, they are out to push the boundaries of what is possible for the region. Learn more at upyerairts.comWe were also delighted to return to The Stove for this event! The Stove Network is an arts and community organisation located in Dumfries. Learn more about their fantastic work: thestove.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Fiona Robertson - When Your Government is Trying to Kill You || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-06-25 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 19 June 2025, we held our Aberdeen Heat in partnership with Aberdeen Performing Arts! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's champion Shane Strachan. Our judges were Shane Strachan, Hanna Louise, and Katie Ailes.From Fiona Robertson, a powerful and urgent poem protesting disability cuts.Learn more about Fiona's work via instagram.com/fionas_writingWe're so grateful to Aberdeen Performing Arts for partnering with us on this event! APA is a multi-award winning, multi-site, arts charity right at the centre of North-east of Scotland. Learn more via aberdeenperformingarts.com Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Lisa Eaglesham - Frenemy || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-06-23 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 3 May 2025, we held our Dumfries Heat in partnership with Up Yer Airts at the Stove Network! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's champion Aditya Narayan. Our judges were Aditya Narayan, Liam Russell, and Katie Ailes.From Lisa Eaglesham, a poem about that clingy frenemy Anxiety...Learn more about Lisa Eaglesham's work via instagram.com/lisa_actingandpoetryWe're so grateful to Up Yer Airts for partnering with us on this event! Up Yer Airts is a groundbreaking initiative empowering young people to curate vibrant cultural events and refine their craft as arts and creative industry professionals in Dumfries and Galloway. As an organisation led by young people, they are out to push the boundaries of what is possible for the region. Learn more at upyerairts.comWe were also delighted to return to The Stove for this event! The Stove Network is an arts and community organisation located in Dumfries. Learn more about their fantastic work: thestove.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Cat Cochrane - The Rushes || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-06-20 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 3 May 2025, we held our Dumfries Heat in partnership with Up Yer Airts at the Stove Network! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's champion Aditya Narayan. Our judges were Aditya Narayan, Liam Russell, and Katie Ailes.From Cat Cochrane, a response to dynamic ticket pricing at concerts.Learn more about Cat Cochrane's work via instagram.com/catcochrane_writerWe're so grateful to Up Yer Airts for partnering with us on this event! Up Yer Airts is a groundbreaking initiative empowering young people to curate vibrant cultural events and refine their craft as arts and creative industry professionals in Dumfries and Galloway. As an organisation led by young people, they are out to push the boundaries of what is possible for the region. Learn more at upyerairts.comWe were also delighted to return to The Stove for this event! The Stove Network is an arts and community organisation located in Dumfries. Learn more about their fantastic work: thestove.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Chisom Okoronokwo - I Breathe My Root Like Oxygen || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-06-18 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 3 May 2025, we held our Dumfries Heat in partnership with Up Yer Airts at the Stove Network! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's champion Aditya Narayan. Our judges were Aditya Narayan, Liam Russell, and Katie Ailes.From Chisom Okoronokwo, an exploration of her black identity.Learn more about Chisom's work via https://linktr.ee/ChisomOkoronkwo We're so grateful to Up Yer Airts for partnering with us on this event! Up Yer Airts is a groundbreaking initiative empowering young people to curate vibrant cultural events and refine their craft as arts and creative industry professionals in Dumfries and Galloway. As an organisation led by young people, they are out to push the boundaries of what is possible for the region. Learn more at upyerairts.comWe were also delighted to return to The Stove for this event! The Stove Network is an arts and community organisation located in Dumfries. Learn more about their fantastic work: thestove.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Loud Poets 2024-25 Slam Series: Dumfries Heat || May 2025 || Full Slam I Am Loud Productions 2025-06-16 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 3 May 2025, we held our Dumfries Heat in partnership with Up Yer Airts at the Stove Network! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's champion Aditya Narayan. Our judges were Aditya Narayan, Liam Russell, and Katie Ailes.The slammers, in the order they performed in the first round, were:Áine McGrathBen The Doonhamer: instagram.com/bentruckellthedoonhamerCat Cochrane: instagram.com/catcochrane_writerChisom Okoronkwo: https://linktr.ee/ChisomOkoronkwo Culain Wood: instagram.com/culainwoodthepoetElaine TruckellIndia de Bono: instagram.com/didshedidoIona: instagram.com/coldwaterpoemsLisa Eaglesham: instagram.com/lisae_actingSteve A (Poet)Susi Briggs: www.susibriggs.co.ukOur Sacrificial Poet Aditya Narayan isn't sure where he belongs - Scotland, India, on a spoken word stage, or in his own head. He writes poetry to figure this out, brushing themes of love, memory, loss, grief, time and home. He's something of a serial finalist, having made it to the top 3 of the Loud Poets Grand Slam, the Scottish National Slam Championship, and at the time of writing this, the Roundhouse Poetry Slam (editor’s note - he won!!!). He rarely stops singing, loves a good movie, and enjoys both with his amazing wife. Learn more about Aditya’s work via instagram.com/4dityanarayanKevin Mclean hosted the slam. Learn more about his work via https://bsky.app/profile/kevoutloud.bsky.social Jack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for the poets in the final round. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk We're so grateful to Up Yer Airts for partnering with us on this event! Up Yer Airts is a groundbreaking initiative empowering young people to curate vibrant cultural events and refine their craft as arts and creative industry professionals in Dumfries and Galloway. As an organisation led by young people, they are out to push the boundaries of what is possible for the region. Learn more at upyerairts.comWe were also delighted to return to The Stove for this event! The Stove Network is an arts and community organisation located in Dumfries. Learn more about their fantastic work: thestove.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Culain Wood - Happiness Is At Stake || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-06-13 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 3 May 2025, we held our Dumfries Heat in partnership with Up Yer Airts at the Stove Network! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's champion Aditya Narayan. Our judges were Aditya Narayan, Liam Russell, and Katie Ailes.From Culain Wood, a poem about choosing joy even in the darkness.Learn more about Culain Wood's work via instagram.com/culainwoodthepoetJack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for the poets in the final round. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk We're so grateful to Up Yer Airts for partnering with us on this event! Up Yer Airts is a groundbreaking initiative empowering young people to curate vibrant cultural events and refine their craft as arts and creative industry professionals in Dumfries and Galloway. As an organisation led by young people, they are out to push the boundaries of what is possible for the region. Learn more at upyerairts.comWe were also delighted to return to The Stove for this event! The Stove Network is an arts and community organisation located in Dumfries. Learn more about their fantastic work: thestove.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Aditya Narayan - Memory || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-06-11 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 3 May 2025, we held our Dumfries Heat in partnership with Up Yer Airts at the Stove Network! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's champion Aditya Narayan. Our judges were Aditya Narayan, Liam Russell, and Katie Ailes.From Aditya Narayan, a moving rumination on memories, dreams, and loss. Our Sacrificial Poet Aditya Narayan isn't sure where he belongs - Scotland, India, on a spoken word stage, or in his own head. He writes poetry to figure this out, brushing themes of love, memory, loss, grief, time and home. He's something of a serial finalist, having made it to the top 3 of the Loud Poets Grand Slam, the Scottish National Slam Championship, and at the time of writing this, the Roundhouse Poetry Slam (editor’s note - he won!!!). He rarely stops singing, loves a good movie, and enjoys both with his amazing wife. Learn more about Aditya’s work via instagram.com/4dityanarayanJack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for this poem. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk We're so grateful to Up Yer Airts for partnering with us on this event! Up Yer Airts is a groundbreaking initiative empowering young people to curate vibrant cultural events and refine their craft as arts and creative industry professionals in Dumfries and Galloway. As an organisation led by young people, they are out to push the boundaries of what is possible for the region. Learn more at upyerairts.comWe were also delighted to return to The Stove for this event! The Stove Network is an arts and community organisation located in Dumfries. Learn more about their fantastic work: thestove.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Bradley Taylor - The Facts || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-06-09 | Content note: non-graphic discussion of suicidality.Our 1st May 2025 Loud Poets Showcase at the Scottish Storytelling Centre featured Bradley Taylor, Stephen Watt, Inga Dale, and Sarah Grant. It was hosted by Kevin Mclean with music from Jack Hinks. From Bradley Taylor, a moving poem about truth, wonder, and choosing to live.Bradley Taylor is an award-winning performance poet born and based in Birmingham. In 2024 he won the Roundhouse Poetry Slam, and in 2025 he releases his debut collection ‘You Missed The Best Part’ with Verve Poetry Press. Bradley is also the co-host of The Big Gay Poetry Night alongside M. L. Walsh, which has featured poets such as Joelle Taylor, Kandace Siobhan Walker & Sanah Ahsan. Bradley has appeared at the Hay Festival, Cheltenham Literature Festival, The Inspirational Youth Awards, on BBC News and on BBC Radio 6 Music as part of Craig Charle’s 'Class of 2024', in which Craig Charles described him as ‘A brand new voice and a fresh perspective on the art of poetry and performance’. Bradley’s work has appeared in Gutter Magazine, Shooter, Strix and across Birmingham train stations as part of Birmingham Hippodrome’s collaboration with photographer Paul Stringer’s project The City That Spoke To Me.He writes for, and about, people. Learn more about Bradley Taylor's work via bradleytaylorpoet.comThis poem is featured in Bradley's debut collection 'You Missed the Best Part' (Verve Poetry Press, 2025). Order it here: vervepoetrypress.com/product/bradley-taylor-you-missed-the-best-part-pre-order-out-apr-2025-free-uk-pp Jack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for this poem. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk This showcase was made possible by funding through Creative Scotland and the National Lottery.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Sarah Grant - Storms || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-06-06 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 27 April 2025, we held our Paisley Heat in partnership with Paisley Book Festival! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's runner-up Spencer Mason. Our judges were Spencer Mason, Natalie Jayne Clark, and Katie Ailes.From Sarah Grant, a poem about unpredictability, outside and in.Learn more about Sarah Grant's work via instagram.com/sarahgrantcreativeThis poem is featured in Sarah's new book 'Hero,' which was published spring 2025 by Verve Poetry Press. Order it here: vervepoetrypress.com/product/sarah-grant-hero-out-now/?v=f214a7d42e0d We're so grateful to Paisley Book Festival for partnering with us on this event! PBF is a festival that foregrounds bold ideas and radical thinking, showcasing the best in Scottish writing, platforming the voices and stories of everyday people. Learn more about PBF via paisleybookfestival.com Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Meron McCardle - Im considering putting my poetic licence on a leash || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-06-04 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 27 April 2025, we held our Paisley Heat in partnership with Paisley Book Festival! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's runner-up Spencer Mason. Our judges were Spencer Mason, Natalie Jayne Clark, and Katie Ailes.From Meron McCardle, a poem about where imagination takes us - and where it lingers.Learn more about Meron McCardle's work via instagram.com/meronsheaWe're so grateful to Paisley Book Festival for partnering with us on this event! PBF is a festival that foregrounds bold ideas and radical thinking, showcasing the best in Scottish writing, platforming the voices and stories of everyday people. Learn more about PBF via paisleybookfestival.com Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Gray Crosbie - Aspartame Administration || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-06-02 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 27 April 2025, we held our Paisley Heat in partnership with Paisley Book Festival! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's runner-up Spencer Mason. Our judges were Spencer Mason, Natalie Jayne Clark, and Katie Ailes.Gray Crosbie has a theory about the American president...Learn more about Gray Crosbie's work via instagram.com/plantpowered_poetWe're so grateful to Paisley Book Festival for partnering with us on this event! PBF is a festival that foregrounds bold ideas and radical thinking, showcasing the best in Scottish writing, platforming the voices and stories of everyday people. Learn more about PBF via paisleybookfestival.com Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Drew Gill - All the Pretty Lights || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-05-30 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 27 April 2025, we held our Paisley Heat in partnership with Paisley Book Festival! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's runner-up Spencer Mason. Our judges were Spencer Mason, Natalie Jayne Clark, and Katie Ailes.From Drew Gill, a poem of infatuation, commitment, and the hope we bring to love.Learn more about Drew Gill's work via instagram.com/drewgillcreateJack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for the poets in the final round. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk We're so grateful to Paisley Book Festival for partnering with us on this event! PBF is a festival that foregrounds bold ideas and radical thinking, showcasing the best in Scottish writing, platforming the voices and stories of everyday people. Learn more about PBF via paisleybookfestival.com Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Donna Campbell - The Never-Ending Story || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-05-28 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam From Donna Campbell, a poem about the mornings after the nights out...On 27 April 2025, we held our Paisley Heat in partnership with Paisley Book Festival! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's runner-up Spencer Mason. Our judges were Spencer Mason, Natalie Jayne Clark, and Katie Ailes.Learn more about Donna Campbell's work via instagram.com/DonnaisadollWe're so grateful to Paisley Book Festival for partnering with us on this event! PBF is a festival that foregrounds bold ideas and radical thinking, showcasing the best in Scottish writing, platforming the voices and stories of everyday people. Learn more about PBF via paisleybookfestival.com Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Loud Poets 2024-25 Slam Series: Paisley Heat || April 2025 || Full Slam I Am Loud Productions 2025-05-26 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 27 April 2025, we held our Paisley Heat in partnership with Paisley Book Festival! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's runner-up Spencer Mason. Our judges were Spencer Mason, Natalie Jayne Clark, and Katie Ailes.The slammers, in the order they performed in the first round, were:Aditya Narayan: instagram.com/4dityanarayanDev McMath: instagram.com/devmcmathDonna Campbell: instagram.com/DonnaisadollDrew Gill: instagram.com/drewgillcreateGordon Christopher Powrie: instagram.com/gordonpowrieGray Crosbie: instagram.com/plantpowered_poetJoe Logue: instagram.com/JoeloguewritesKatie Powell: instagram.com/katpowellcomedyMeron McCardle: instagram.com/meronsheaMichael Jay: instagram.com/michael_jay_artistSarah Grant: instagram.com/sarahgrantcreativeTJ: instagram.com/teajaypoetryOur Sacrificial Poet Spencer Mason is a twice slam winning and three times sectioned, multi-disciplinary storyteller based in Glasgow's East End. Graduating with an MA in Creative Writing, their debut poetry chapbook is published by Dreich, and they have had three short stories published by Field. Winner of the Rosamund Prize (2023), their debut narrative album 'the fox and the butterfly' was nominated for the Wordplay and Flow Best Musical Spoken Word Project. Their work explores the unmarketable parts mental health and the mythology of the individual. Learn more about Spencer's work via spencermason.co.ukKevin Mclean hosted the slam. Learn more about his work via https://bsky.app/profile/kevoutloud.bsky.social Jack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for the poets in the final round. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk We're so grateful to Paisley Book Festival for partnering with us on this event! PBF is a festival that foregrounds bold ideas and radical thinking, showcasing the best in Scottish writing, platforming the voices and stories of everyday people. Learn more about PBF via paisleybookfestival.com Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Stephen Watt - Glesga Gig Ghosts || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-05-23 | Our 1st May 2025 Loud Poets Showcase at the Scottish Storytelling Centre featured Bradley Taylor, Stephen Watt, Inga Dale, and Sarah Grant. It was hosted by Kevin Mclean with music from Jack Hinks. From Stephen Watt, a gallus celebration of Glasgow's music scene!Stephen Watt is the Poetry Editor of Nutmeg Football Magazine and author of five published poetry collections. Previously Dumbarton FC's Poet in Residence and Makar of the Federation of Writers (Scotland), Stephen is a previous winner of the Liverpool Poetry Prize, the Poetry Rivals Slam, Stanza's International Digital Poetry Prize, and has edited two punk poetry collections on behalf of the Joe Strummer Foundation and seminal-Mancunian punks, Buzzcocks. Stephen is also one-half of the gothic experimental project Neon Poltergeist, who were deemed "too disturbing" to share online by one (unnamed) poetry committee who had selected a poem of Stephen's as Highly Commended in a competition. Learn more about Stephen Watt's work via facebook.com/StephenWattSpitThis showcase was made possible by funding through Creative Scotland and the National Lottery.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Inga Dale - The Same Sky & Confused Reality || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-05-21 | Our 1st May 2025 Loud Poets Showcase at the Scottish Storytelling Centre featured Bradley Taylor, Stephen Watt, Inga Dale, and Sarah Grant. It was hosted by Kevin Mclean with music from Jack Hinks. A powerful duet of poems pleading for empathy, by Inga Dale accompanied by Jack Hinks.Inga Dale has performed at various Spoken Word events in Cape Town and was also interviewed on a local radio station called Bush Radio. She relocated to Edinburgh in 2019 and to date has performed at Sofar Sounds in Edinburgh and Glasgow, the Heart and Home event by the Edinburgh International Festival, the Edinburgh Multicultural Festival, Push The Boat Out Festival, and Our Stories, a collaboration between The Skinny Magazine and the David Livingstone Birthplace Museum. In addition, her poem Black Identity was featured on the platform of the African Caribbean Society of Scotland during Black History Month, and her poem Africa Rise was also featured on Zya, a Scotland-based community interest media company supporting women and marginalized communities. Furthermore, she was interviewed about her Spoken Word practice and the influence of culinary culture on the Scotland Bites Podcast.Learn more about Inga Dale's work via instagram.com/inga_daleInga was accompanied for this poem by musician Jack Hinks. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk This showcase was made possible by funding through Creative Scotland and the National Lottery.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Sarah Grant - The World is Burning || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-05-19 | Our 1st May 2025 Loud Poets Showcase at the Scottish Storytelling Centre featured Bradley Taylor, Stephen Watt, Inga Dale, and Sarah Grant. It was hosted by Kevin Mclean with music from Jack Hinks. From Sarah Grant, a powerful poem interrogating the uncomfortable ways environmental activism can clash with systems of oppression.Sarah Grant is a writer, director and performer based in Glasgow. She has a number of award-winning, BAFTA qualifying films and tv work under her belt and her work has been screened internationally. Sarah is the author of Fat Girl Best Friend, a creative non-fiction book about representation of plus size women in film and tv, published by Tippermuir books. She is also a practicing spoken word artist and award-winning theatre maker, with shows she has taken to Glastonbury and beyond. Sarah is committed to creating body positive, sex positive and inclusive female-led stories that are honest, feminist and fearless.Learn more about Sarah Grant's work via instagram.com/sarahgrantcreativeThis poem is featured in Sarah's new book 'Hero,' which was published spring 2025 by Verve Poetry Press. Order it here: vervepoetrypress.com/product/sarah-grant-hero-out-now/?v=f214a7d42e0d This showcase was made possible by funding through Creative Scotland and the National Lottery.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Aditya Narayan - Forked Tongue || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-05-16 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 27 April 2025, we held our Paisley Heat in partnership with Paisley Book Festival! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's runner-up Spencer Mason. In the final round, Aditya Narayan performed this stunning poem about multilingualism and went on to win the slam! Aditya Narayan isn't sure where he belongs - Scotland, India, on a spoken word stage, or in his own head. He writes poetry to figure this out, brushing themes of love, memory, loss, grief, time and home. He's something of a serial finalist, having made it to the top 3 of the 2024 Loud Poets Grand Slam, the 2025 Scottish National Slam Championship, and at the time of writing this, the 2025 Roundhouse Poetry Slam (editor’s note - he won!!!). He rarely stops singing, loves a good movie, and enjoys both with his amazing wife. Learn more about Aditya’s work via instagram.com/4dityanarayanJack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for the poets in the final round. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk We're so grateful to Paisley Book Festival for partnering with us on this event! PBF is a festival that foregrounds bold ideas and radical thinking, showcasing the best in Scottish writing, platforming the voices and stories of everyday people. Learn more about PBF via paisleybookfestival.com Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Spencer Mason - The Retired Prince of Rock and Roll || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-05-14 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 27 April 2025, we held our Paisley Heat in partnership with Paisley Book Festival! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's runner-up Spencer Mason. At our Paisley Slam, Spencer Mason and Jack Hinks collaborated on this mystical, twisted tale.Our Sacrificial Poet Spencer Mason is a twice slam winning and three times sectioned, multi-disciplinary storyteller based in Glasgow's East End. Graduating with an MA in Creative Writing, their debut poetry chapbook is published by Dreich, and they have had three short stories published by Field. Winner of the Rosamund Prize (2023), their debut narrative album 'the fox and the butterfly' was nominated for the Wordplay and Flow Best Musical Spoken Word Project. Their work explores the unmarketable parts mental health and the mythology of the individual. Learn more about Spencer's work via spencermason.co.ukJack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for the poets in the final round. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk We're so grateful to Paisley Book Festival for partnering with us on this event! PBF is a festival that foregrounds bold ideas and radical thinking, showcasing the best in Scottish writing, platforming the voices and stories of everyday people. Learn more about PBF via paisleybookfestival.com Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Kevin Mclean - I Want || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-05-12 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 27 April 2025, we held our Paisley Heat in partnership with Paisley Book Festival! Kevin Mclean hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's runner-up Spencer Mason. The one, the only, the classic... our mic-check poem for the past 11 years... it's Kevin Mclean with 'I Want'!Kevin Mclean is an award-winning spoken word poet, the Creative Director of I Am Loud, and the host of Scotland's premiere spoken word night Loud Poets.Learn more about Kevin Mclean's work via https://bsky.app/profile/kevoutloud.bsky.social Jack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for the poets in the final round. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk We're so grateful to Paisley Book Festival for partnering with us on this event! PBF is a festival that foregrounds bold ideas and radical thinking, showcasing the best in Scottish writing, platforming the voices and stories of everyday people. Learn more about PBF via paisleybookfestival.com Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Tom Bird - From the Dirt, Up || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-05-09 | Rewind to December 2024 and our final showcase of the year at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, featuring EmmaClaire Brightlyn, Mike Yuill, Tom Bird, and Ben Macpherson.From Tom Bird, a gorgeous celebration of their trans identity.Tom Bird (they/them) is a Dundee-based writer and poet, and performer in poetry-music duo, 2 Stoned Birds. Frequently autobiographical and honest, there is a warmth and hopefulness to their spoken word poetry. Tom reflects on autistic lived experience and trans identity out loud, while holding attention for the quietly fantastical. In 2022, they were the recipient of the Creative Non-Fiction award and Jury Prize at the SMHAF Writing Competition. In 2023, Tom won the title of East Coast Champion at the Loud Poets Slam East Coast Heat. This year their poetry film ‘Creature That Breathes’ has been exhibited at Neuk Collective’s members exhibition in Edinburgh and at Pittenweem Arts Festival. Tom Bird was a shortlisted spoken word poet for Scottish Book Trust’s New Writers Award 2023/2024, and their first poetry pamphlet ‘Creature That Breathes’ will be released January 2025. Learn more about Tom Bird's work via instagram.com/tombirdwordsTom was accompanied for this poem by musician Jack Hinks. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk This showcase was made possible by funding through Creative Scotland and the National Lottery.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Donna Matthew - On The Corner of Langside and Albert || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-05-07 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 15 March 2025, we held our St. Andrews Heat with StAnza: Scotland's International Poetry Festival! Our Sacrificial Poet Donna Matthew kicked off the slam with an ode to one of Scotland's most celebrated women footballers, Rose Reilly.Donna Matthew is a poet, performer, facilitator and producer from Paisley. She set up Poets in Paisley in 2021, is the current Makar for the Scottish Women's National Team Poetry Society and her debut pamphlet 'Remembering Myself' was published by Seahorse Publications in May 2024. Learn more about Donna's work via www.donnamatthewcreative.com If you're interested in engaging with SWNT Poetry Society and the Hampden Collection, you can submit poems to Donna, inspired by the women's game, via the submission link on the Hampden Collection website: hampdencollection.com/swntpoetssocietyWe're so grateful to StAnza: Scotland’s International Poetry Festival for partnering with us on this event! StAnza is an award-winning festival dedicated to bringing poetry in all its forms and many languages to audiences around the world. Founded in 1998 by three local poets, the annual festival takes place every March in the beautiful historic town of St Andrews and has gained a truly international reputation as one of the country’s most significant literary events. Learn more about StAnza via stanzapoetry.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Janette Ayachi - Barbie, Witches & Wiccan Dolls || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-05-05 | Our 11th April 2025 Loud Poets Showcase at the Scottish Storytelling Centre featured Kate Ireland, Janette Ayachi, Fiona Jane, and Raymond Wilson. It was hosted by Kevin Mclean with music from Jack Hinks. A rich and mystical poem from Janette Ayachi, written for the 'Pink Witch' anthology inspired by the 2023 movie Barbie and the Witches of Scotland campaign.Janette Ayachi is a Scottish-Algerian poet with an MSc in Creative Writing from Edinburgh University. She's a regular on BBC Scotland arts programmes (& has even starred in a few whisky adverts!) She collaborates with artists & works with poetry in public places and regularly performs spoken word at festivals internationally. She is the author of the books 'The Mermaid, The Girl and The Gondola' (Black Wolf Edition, 2013), illustrated by Fabio Perla & her first poetry book, 'Hand Over Mouth Music' (Pavilion, Liverpool University Press), won the Saltire Poetry Book of the Year Literary Award 2019. Last year, her collection 'QuickFire, Slow Burning', was shortlisted for The Laurel Prize & for Scotland’s National Book Awards 2024. She is a Poet in Residence at Edinburgh Park, where she edits 'Polaris', a magazine that showcases poetry from art. Currently, she’s writing her travel memoir 'Lonerlust' & her debut fiction novel 'Sweet Figs' & looking for an agent!Learn more about Janette’s work via her website, www.janetteayachi.com Janette was accompanied for this poem by musician Jack Hinks. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk This poem is featured in 'Pink Witch' (Main Point Books, 2024). Inspired by the 2023 movie Barbie and the Witches of Scotland campaign, Pink Witch is a poetry anthology exploring and celebrating womanhood in all its guises. Order here: mainpointbooks.co.uk/new-products-1/pink-witchThis showcase was made possible by funding through Creative Scotland and the National Lottery.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Raymond Wilson - Last Days || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-05-02 | Our 11th April 2025 Loud Poets Showcase at the Scottish Storytelling Centre featured Kate Ireland, Janette Ayachi, Fiona Jane, and Raymond Wilson. It was hosted by Kevin Mclean with music from Jack Hinks. From Raymond Wilson comes a raw and haunting poem exploring depression and the quiet battles of survival.Raymond is a writer, performer, and environmental educator from Clydebank, who works across stage, screen, poetry, and literary fiction. He was a scholarship recipient for the Royal Conservatoire's Masters in Classical & Contemporary Text, but is only just now learning to drive at aged 30. Learn more about Raymond’s work via https://linktr.ee/raymondwilson Raymond was accompanied for this poem by musician Jack Hinks. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk This showcase was made possible by funding through Creative Scotland and the National Lottery.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Kate Ireland - Keepin Busy || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-04-30 | Our 11th April 2025 Loud Poets Showcase at the Scottish Storytelling Centre featured Kate Ireland, Janette Ayachi, Fiona Jane, and Raymond Wilson. It was hosted by Kevin Mclean with music from Jack Hinks. From Kate Ireland, a hilarious and hard-hitting commentary on our culture's obsession with constantly being busy.As a spoken word artist Kate has performed headline slots in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Blackpool and Manchester. Her style is a combination of storytelling and direct address, often using small micro narratives to relate to larger themes. She takes influence from the Glaswegian locals who chewed her ear off in pubs and clubs growing up, as well as the solidarity and community of Scottish storytelling. She doesn't identify with the term poetry as much as she does with story-telling, as she combines the political and personal, exploring her experience of neuro-diversity, care work, community and the effects of capitalism and consumerism on the body.Learn more about Kate Ireland’s work via kateireland.uk This showcase was made possible by funding through Creative Scotland and the National Lottery.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Fiona Jane - God Wont Have My Blessing || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-04-28 | Our 11th April 2025 Loud Poets Showcase at the Scottish Storytelling Centre featured Kate Ireland, Janette Ayachi, Fiona Jane, and Raymond Wilson. It was hosted by Kevin Mclean with music from Jack Hinks. Fiona Jane blew the roof off the theatre with this powerful poem decrying religious homophobia, in collaboration with musician Jack Hinks.The quotation in Polish is the Bible verse John 4:18: “There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear.”Fiona Jane is a spoken word poet and a notorious slammer (of poetry, not tequila). You can find her at Glasgow and Edinburgh open-mics talking queerness, bodies and belonging, all while making friends with other poets. Her poem ‘Loving Tongue’ has been published in Butch-Femme press, and tireless work is underway towards her first self-published poetry pamphlet later this year. Worst enemies include: English grammar, punctuation and writing about herself in the third person; her strengths lie in: her girlfriend who edits all of her work (including love poems about the women that came before her), and anything sapphic. Fiona Jane’s journey as a performance poet began after binge-watching Loud Poets’ online shows and then attending their open mics. Learn more about Fiona Jane’s work via instagram.com/weepeachpoetry Fiona was accompanied for this poem by musician Jack Hinks. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk This showcase was made possible by funding through Creative Scotland and the National Lottery.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Jude FireSong - Writers Block || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-04-25 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 15 March 2025, we held our St. Andrews Heat with StAnza: Scotland's International Poetry Festival! From Jude FireSong, a poem about love - with a touch of fantasy...Learn more about Jude FireSong's work via https://linktr.ee/fabulousphoenixboy We're so grateful to StAnza: Scotland’s International Poetry Festival for partnering with us on this event! StAnza is an award-winning festival dedicated to bringing poetry in all its forms and many languages to audiences around the world. Founded in 1998 by three local poets, the annual festival takes place every March in the beautiful historic town of St Andrews and has gained a truly international reputation as one of the country’s most significant literary events. Learn more about StAnza via stanzapoetry.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
CD Boyland - Saint Sebastian || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-04-23 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 15 March 2025, we held our St. Andrews Heat with StAnza: Scotland's International Poetry Festival! In the first round of our St. Andrews Slam, CD Boyland shared this powerful, moving poem in memory of victims of HIV.Learn more about CD Boyland's work via instagram.com/cdboylandWe're so grateful to StAnza: Scotland’s International Poetry Festival for partnering with us on this event! StAnza is an award-winning festival dedicated to bringing poetry in all its forms and many languages to audiences around the world. Founded in 1998 by three local poets, the annual festival takes place every March in the beautiful historic town of St Andrews and has gained a truly international reputation as one of the country’s most significant literary events. Learn more about StAnza via stanzapoetry.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Sid Ozalid - Never Say F**k || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-04-21 | *As the title suggests, this is not a poem for children! Content note for swearing and adult themes. In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 15 March 2025, we held our St. Andrews Heat with StAnza: Scotland's International Poetry Festival! In the second round, Sid Ozalid dropped the F-bomb more times than we'd thought possible in three minutes!Learn more about Sid Ozalid's work via instagram.com/sidozalidWe're so grateful to StAnza: Scotland’s International Poetry Festival for partnering with us on this event! StAnza is an award-winning festival dedicated to bringing poetry in all its forms and many languages to audiences around the world. Founded in 1998 by three local poets, the annual festival takes place every March in the beautiful historic town of St Andrews and has gained a truly international reputation as one of the country’s most significant literary events. Learn more about StAnza via stanzapoetry.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Tracey S. Rosenberg - Forest || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-04-18 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 15 March 2025, we held our St. Andrews Heat with StAnza: Scotland's International Poetry Festival! In the final round, Tracey S. Rosenberg performed this imagery-rich poem accompanied by Jack Hinks.Learn more about Tracey S. Rosenberg's work via instagram.com/traceysrosenberg Jack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for the poets in the final round. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk We're so grateful to StAnza: Scotland’s International Poetry Festival for partnering with us on this event! StAnza is an award-winning festival dedicated to bringing poetry in all its forms and many languages to audiences around the world. Founded in 1998 by three local poets, the annual festival takes place every March in the beautiful historic town of St Andrews and has gained a truly international reputation as one of the country’s most significant literary events. Learn more about StAnza via stanzapoetry.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Heather Rose - Moon Mercy (A Palindrome Poem) || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-04-16 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam In the final round Heather Rose performed this dazzling palindrome poem, accompanied by Jack Hinks!On 15 March 2025, we held our St. Andrews Heat with StAnza: Scotland's International Poetry Festival! Learn more about Heather Rose's work via instagram.com/heatherroserichardsonJack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for the poets in the final round. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk We're so grateful to StAnza: Scotland’s International Poetry Festival for partnering with us on this event! StAnza is an award-winning festival dedicated to bringing poetry in all its forms and many languages to audiences around the world. Founded in 1998 by three local poets, the annual festival takes place every March in the beautiful historic town of St Andrews and has gained a truly international reputation as one of the country’s most significant literary events. Learn more about StAnza via stanzapoetry.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Doroti Polgar - You Are the Lads Playing Football as We Drive Past the Park || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-04-14 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 15 March 2025, we held our St. Andrews Heat with StAnza: Scotland's International Poetry Festival! In the final round, our new St. Andrews Champion Doroti Polgar performed this bittersweet poem in memoriam of a friend.Learn more about Doroti Polgar's work via instagram.com/polgardorotiJack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for the poets in the final round. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk We're so grateful to StAnza: Scotland’s International Poetry Festival for partnering with us on this event! StAnza is an award-winning festival dedicated to bringing poetry in all its forms and many languages to audiences around the world. Founded in 1998 by three local poets, the annual festival takes place every March in the beautiful historic town of St Andrews and has gained a truly international reputation as one of the country’s most significant literary events. Learn more about StAnza via stanzapoetry.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Loud Poets 2024-25 Slam Series: St. Andrews Heat || March 2025 || Full Slam I Am Loud Productions 2025-04-11 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 15 March 2025, we held our St. Andrews Heat with StAnza: Scotland's International Poetry Festival! Katie Ailes hosted the event and our Sacrificial Poet was last year's regional champion Donna Matthew. Our judges were Donna Matthew, Kevin Mclean, and Tim Cresswell.The slammers, in the order they performed in the first round, were:CD Boyland: instagram.com/cdboylandDoroti Polgar: instagram.com/polgardorotiEmma Colston: instagram.com/eceedeewritesEssa Flett: instagram.com/essaflettHannah Linda Hamilton: instagram.com/h.l.hamiltonHeather Rose: instagram.com/heatherroserichardsonJommo Callum Calley: instagram.com/Jommo_collectiveincJude Firesong: https://linktr.ee/fabulousphoenixboy Kathia Huitron: instagram.com/writerkhuitronLilia Hakem: instagram.com/lilswritingssSid Ozalid: instagram.com/sidozalidTracey S. Rosenberg: instagram.com/traceysrosenberg Our Sacrificial Poet Donna Matthew is a poet, performer, facilitator and producer from Paisley. She set up poets in Paisley in 2021, is the current Makar for the Scottish Womens National Team Poetry Society and her debut pamphlet 'Remembering Myself' was published by Seahorse Publications in May 2024. Learn more about Donna's work via www.donnamatthewcreative.com Katie Ailes hosted the slam. Learn more about her work via katieailes.com Jack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for the poets in the final round. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk We're so grateful to StAnza: Scotland’s International Poetry Festival for partnering with us on this event! StAnza is an award-winning festival dedicated to bringing poetry in all its forms and many languages to audiences around the world. Founded in 1998 by three local poets, the annual festival takes place every March in the beautiful historic town of St Andrews and has gained a truly international reputation as one of the country’s most significant literary events. Learn more about StAnza via stanzapoetry.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Donna Matthew - The Explanation || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-04-09 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 15 March 2025, we held our St. Andrews Heat with StAnza: Scotland's International Poetry Festival! From Donna Matthew, a searing and all-too-relatable story of sexism and failed communication.Our Sacrificial Poet Donna Matthew is a poet, performer, facilitator and producer from Paisley. She set up Poets in Paisley in 2021, is the current Makar for the Scottish Women's National Team Poetry Society and her debut pamphlet 'Remembering Myself' was published by Seahorse Publications in May 2024. Learn more about Donna's work via www.donnamatthewcreative.com We're so grateful to StAnza: Scotland’s International Poetry Festival for partnering with us on this event! StAnza is an award-winning festival dedicated to bringing poetry in all its forms and many languages to audiences around the world. Founded in 1998 by three local poets, the annual festival takes place every March in the beautiful historic town of St Andrews and has gained a truly international reputation as one of the country’s most significant literary events. Learn more about StAnza via stanzapoetry.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Katie Ailes - Lemons || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-04-07 | In 2024-25 we're holding our third annual Loud Poets Slam Series, a nation-wide tournament across Scotland and England culminating in a Grand Slam Final with a £3,000 prize! Sign up for our Regional Heats, book tickets, and learn more here: iamloud.co/slam On 15 March 2025, we held our St. Andrews Heat with StAnza: Scotland's International Poetry Festival! From Katie Ailes, an uplifting call to community and hope.Learn more about Katie's work via katieailes.com Jack Hinks provided musical accompaniment for this poem. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk We're so grateful to StAnza: Scotland’s International Poetry Festival for partnering with us on this event! StAnza is an award-winning festival dedicated to bringing poetry in all its forms and many languages to audiences around the world. Founded in 1998 by three local poets, the annual festival takes place every March in the beautiful historic town of St Andrews and has gained a truly international reputation as one of the country’s most significant literary events. Learn more about StAnza via stanzapoetry.org Thank you to Creative Scotland and the National Lottery for supporting the Loud Poets 2024-25 Season.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Lorna Callery Sithole - Halfway in Bloom || Spoken Word Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-04-04 | Our 14th March 2025 Loud Poets Showcase at the Scottish Storytelling Centre featured Maria Ferguson, Biff Smith, Lorna Callery-Sithole, and Ciara Maguire. It was hosted by Kevin Mclean with music from Jack Hinks. From Lorna Callery-Sithole comes a soulfull ode to young people and the difficulties they face.Lorna Callery-Sithole is an award-winning, working-class, multi-disciplinary poet, visual artist, storyteller, and Slam Champion from Pollok, whose work has appeared in Magma, Glasgow Review of Books, New Writing Scotland, Best Scottish Poems, and Causeway/Cabhsair. Lorna’s poetry is about unsilence; themes include class, poverty, gang culture, racism, enslavement, loss, love, motherhood, disability, and mental health. Poetry collections; 'Pigeon with Warburtons' (Speculative Books, 2019), 'Colour Theory' (Hybrid Dreich, 2022), and 'Facing Our Past: Shining the Light' (National Trust for Scotland, 2022). Storytelling shows include ‘Inheritance’ (the Village Storytelling Festival 2024) and ‘Slaver Nation’ (Scottish International Storytelling Festival 2025).She is co-founder of ‘Versaye!’ spoken word cabaret promoting emerging talent alongside established writers, she is a member of Off-Page visual poetry collective, is Spoken Word Editor for Glasgow Review of Books, and is an Open Book Lead Reader. She has held residencies at the National Trust for Scotland and HMYOI Polmont. Learn more about Lorna's work via www.lornacallery-sithole.com Lorna was accompanied for this poem by musician Jack Hinks. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk This showcase was made possible by funding through Creative Scotland and the National Lottery.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
Ciara Maguire - OK !!! || Live Poetry || I Am Loud Productions 2025-04-02 | Our 14th March 2025 Loud Poets Showcase at the Scottish Storytelling Centre featured Maria Ferguson, Biff Smith, Lorna Callery-Sithole, and Ciara Maguire. It was hosted by Kevin Mclean with music from Jack Hinks. From Ciara Maguire, a poem of desire and vulnerability featured in her pamphlet 'Impossible Heat.'Ciara Maguire is a writer living in Glasgow. Her work has been published in a range of publications and anthologies, including Gutter Magazine, Extra Teeth, Bath Magg and Fierce Salvage (404 Ink). Her debut pamphlet, Impossible Heat, was published in 2024 with Little Betty Press. Learn more about Ciara's work via instagram.com/slowfaultsThis poem features in Ciara's book 'Impossible Heat' from Bad Betty Press. Order it here: badbettypress.com/product/impossible-heat-ciara-maguire Ciara was accompanied for this poem by musician Jack Hinks. Learn more about Jack's work via jackhinks.co.uk This showcase was made possible by funding through Creative Scotland and the National Lottery.Thanks for watching! If you want to see more from us, please Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and ring the Bell Icon to be notified when we release new videos. For access to full-length Loud Poets shows, including over 50 shows in our back catalogue, and other exclusive digital content, consider joining our YouTube channel as a Member for just £4.99/month! Sign up here: youtube.com/channel/UCjsTBHEZdBYPXPdLwtCAJcw/join You can also join our Patreon at £5/month for access to our full-length Loud Poets shows and other exclusive digital content, or £10/month for that access plus entry into our Loud Poets Writing Club, an online creative community of writers and performers with monthly workshops, feedback sessions, and tailored support. Sign up: patreon.com/c/iamloud Learn more about our live events, workshops, and digital programming via our website iamloud.co and our Linktree https://linktr.ee/IAmLoudPro Sign up to our newsletter: eepurl.com/dxzKILFollow us on social media:Facebook: facebook.com/IAmLoudProBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/iamloudpro.bsky.socialInstagram: instagram.com/IAmLoudPro#PerformancePoetry #SpokenWord #ScottishPoetry
