John S. Blake
John S. Blake
The Forest
The Forest
The Forest
Monday 10th July 2023
Join Black Fluid Poet as he shares his journey through racism and homophobia in a small town, highlighting self-love and resilience.
Explicit
24 minutes
Inspiring
Raw
Hopeful
Empowering
Compassionate
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John S. Blake
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Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Get the buttons here!Finding Light in Darkness: A Poet's Journey Through Racism and Homophobia
Episode Overview
- Black Fluid Poet shares his experience of living in a small town in Mossy Rock, Washington
- He reflects on the beauty of the surroundings and the struggles of dealing with racism and homophobia
- Expresses the challenges of loneliness and the longing for connection
- Encourages listeners to love themselves and find beauty in the struggle
- Invites support for the podcast to create more opportunities for growth and success
I'm pretty confident I'm going to come out on the other side of this. I don't know what that's going to look like. But I'm looking forward to it, you know.
Imagine moving to a picturesque small town, only to find it marred by racism and homophobia. That's the reality John S. Blake, also known as Black Fluid Poet, faced in Mossy Rock, Washington. In this episode, he shares his deeply personal experiences, painting a vivid picture of both the beauty and the harshness of his surroundings.
Blake's storytelling captures the loneliness and internal battles he endured, all while holding onto a sense of hope and determination to find beauty in the struggle. He reflects on his quest for connection in a place where acceptance is hard to come by. Yet, through it all, Blake encourages listeners to love themselves and embrace their own resilience. This episode isn't just a recount of hardships; it's a heartfelt conversation about finding light in the darkest of places.