The Quintessential Poetry (QP) podcast is the Quintessential Poetry Network's flagship branch. Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram created QP, a global podcast that celebrates poets, spoken word artists, and creative writers from all over the world. Each episode provides a live audience experience that connects voices, stories, and cultures using the power of poetry.
Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram, a four-time Pushcart Prize-nominated poet, retired Associate Professor of Counselor Education and Supervision, and internationally recognized spoken word artist, hosts and produces the podcast, which is known for its warm, grounded, and emotionally attuned interviewing style. Dr. Ingram's research focuses on the use of the arts, particularly poetry, to illuminate issues of identity, culture, power, privilege, and social justice.
When Dr. Arif Ahmad joined me on the Quintessential Poetry podcast in December of 2022 (https://rss.com/podcasts/quintessential-poetry/1839119), I expected a conversation about craft, influence, and the making of a debut collection. What u…
A return to Serena Agusto‑Cox’s 2021 interview and the insights that still resonate
In a world saturated with noise, poetry has always offered a place where language can breathe—where truth can arrive quietly, steadily, and without apol…
Reflections on the 2020 and 2024 Quintessential Poetry Interviews
When I revisited my two interviews with Celaine Charles—one recorded in 2020 and the other in 2024—I expected to hear familiar moments. Instead, I found myself listening …
✨ A Voice Rooted in Truth ✨+
When I sat down with Genevieve F. Ray for our original conversation, I knew she was a poet. What I didn’t know—what I couldn’t have known—was how deeply her voice would stay with me long aft…
We dedicate this rebroadcast to the loving memory of poet and spoken word artist Geneviève F. Ray (1987–2026). This conversation is one of the brightest moments ever captured on Quintessential Poetry. Recorded on a Saturday m...
🌿 Francis DiClemente—Quintessential Poetry Spotlight
The Quintessential Poetry Spotlight is our ongoing ritual of recognition—a place where we honor poets whose presence, voice, or creative contributions have touched thi…
✨ The Making of Chyrel J. Jackson’s Spotlight
A behind‑the‑scenes look inside the Quintessential Poetry editorial room
Every Spotlight begins long before the post goes live. It starts with understanding—the poet’s v…
Introduction
Welcome to a riveting journey into the captivating world of poetry as we embark on an exclusive conversation on the "Quintessential Listening: Poetry Online Radio" late-night podcast. This episode features the enigmatic and prolific po…
Welcome to our latest exploration into the world of poetry and its profound impact on both personal and societal levels. In this episode, we sat down with Mike Jurkovic, an esteemed poet known for his humorous, accessible, and expertly crafted wor…
Introduction
Join us as we enter the exquisite and enlightening world of Jacqueline James, a self-made poet whose journey is as remarkable as her work. This poetry podcast episode, featuring Jacqueline's insights and profound verses, offers a glimp…
Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram is a retired Associate Professor of Counselor Education and Supervision, a social change activist, and an acclaimed poet and spoken word artist. His work explores themes of power, identity, and oppression, and he has traveled widely to lead lectures and workshops on cultural competence, mental health awareness, and the development of empathy through poetry.
He is the Founder and Executive Director of the DC Poetry Project, Inc., a Washington, D.C.–based organization dedicated to promoting cultural, educational, and community engagement through poetry and performance art.
Dr. Ingram has been featured in national media, including an interview with Heart of Hollywood magazine, and has been nominated for a Pushcart Prize in poetry. His forthcoming second poetry collection, Metaphorically Screaming, is highly anticipated for its bold exploration of language, memory, and emotional truth.
