Join host, Dr. Michael Anthony Ingram, for the first Quintessential Poetry Book Club discussion featuring renowned poet and peace advocate Kolawole Alatishe. In this episode, Kolawole shares readings from his impactful poetry collection 'Human Togetherness,' which delves into themes of global unity, hope, and moral development. Through powerful verses, Kolawole addresses significant issues such as poverty, climate change, social injustice, and the importance of community. Additionally, Wale discusses his personal journey, the role of poetry in bridging cultural divides, and his vision for future works. Discover how poetry can be a transformative force as Kolawole Alatishe and Dr. Ingram explore the essence and potential of poetic expression.

00:00 Introduction to Quintessential Poetry
00:46 Meet the Renowned Poet: Kolawole Alatishe
01:29 Poetry Reading: Human Togetherness
02:42 Poetry Reading: Who is This New Light?
03:36 Poetry Reading: Kolawole's Evolution
04:24 Poetry Reading: Without Togetherness
05:31 Poetry Reading: Today I Call God
06:08 Poetry Reading: I Am Here to Take the Baton of Hope
08:44 Poetry Reading: There Is No Contentment
09:41 Poetry Reading: The Woman Sinks Her Children to Sleep
10:48 Poetry Reading: In Their Bid to Keep the Power
11:26 Poetry Reading: At the Party of Humanity
13:01 Poetry Reading: Our People Are Voiceless
13:30 Poetry Reading: The Cold Death
14:12 Poetry Reading: With a New Intensity
14:51 Poetry Reading: Let My Contributions Do Justice to the People
15:27 Poetry Reading: A Recognition
15:52 Poetry Reading: Faking It Destroys Our Foundation
16:23 Poetry Reading: We Have So Much Money for War
16:56 Poetry Reading: Pathways of Hope
17:41 Poetry Reading: Our World Breeds a New Faith
18:46 Poetry Reading: Drop That Gun
19:38 Poetry Reading: I Ask, As a Citizen
21:50 Poetry Reading: I Will Join My Boats with the People
22:17 Poetry Reading: Our Beautiful Untold Stories
23:03 Discussion: The Creation and Impact of Poetry
27:42 Discussion: The Unique Value of Poetry in Society
31:17 Discussion: Progress and Challenges in Addressing Global Issues
34:34 Introduction and First Poem
34:46 The Power of Liberation
35:23 A Different War
36:31 Within the River of Hope
37:39 Feast Your Eyes Upon Our Legacy
38:18 I Am, I Become a Sharp Razor
39:02 Winning with the Most Vulnerable
39:33 I Do Not Belong to War
40:38 Dialogue and Agreement
41:21 Without Prejudice
41:55 Combat Boots
42:33 Incorporating Mythological Elements
44:10 Balancing Personal and Universal Themes
46:29 Writing About Hope
49:13 Final Poetry Reading
53:23 Future Projects and Initiatives
01:00:44 Generator Initiative Foundation
01:10:34 Final Reflections and Message of Love