EPISODE · Apr 30, 2026 · 4 MIN
A soulful night at the Uptown Poetry Slam with Chicago’s new poet laureate, Mayda Del Valle
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For 40 years, the Green Mill has hosted The Uptown Poetry Slam. Its founder Marc Smith remains the emcee He is known for creating a monthly night of performance in the same bar that was a favorite haunt of Al Capone. Recently, a special guest arrived. South Side native Mayda Del Valle, the city’s new poet laureate, stepped up to the mic. HOST: LABUZ
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