Volume Six: Chapter Six - Our Conversation with Drew Carroll

In Volume Six: Chapter Six of The Program, we welcome back Chicago-based writer, poet, and blogger Drew Carroll. It’s been over five years since our last conversation, and a lot has changed. Drew has traded powerlifting for building worlds—through poetry, short fiction, and most recently his new digital platform, The Blog of Drew, launched in June.In our conversation, we discuss his journey from writing poetry during some of the hardest times in his life, to creating his own short fiction universe, to stepping away from social media and eventually returning with new projects. Drew shares his thoughts on the idea of therapy, seeking therapy, vulnerability, and masculinity—especially for Black men—and how those ideas have shaped his creativity.We also dive into his passions outside of writing, including professional wrestling and the state of the industry today.Contact Drew:Instagram: @drewbcarrollWebsite: theblogofdrew.com    Recorded Spoken Word Performances Featured Include:Ajanae Dawkins –When Viola Davis WonInstagram: @moonsatduskWebsite: ajanaedawkins.comDarius Simpson – GenocideInstagram: @_dariussimpsonWebsite: dariussimpson.com                              Alysia Harris – In Situations Like ThisInstagram: @poppyinthewheatWebsite: alysiaharris.comTaalam Acey – Affirmation For Black MenInstagram: @taalamaceyWebsite: taalamacey.comPrentice Powell – True LoveInstagram: @prenticepowell1908Support the show