Show Notes for Ep. 28 "Creative Community with Scott Woods"
In a bustling café, Mary Anne sits down with writer, poet, and community organizer Scott Woods to talk about the importance of creative space and culture in a community. They also touch on Woods’ Streetlight Guild space in Columbus, Ohio, as well as the importance of persistence in aiming for success.
For the learning module we created for this interview at the SLF, click here.
For the transcript of this interview click here.
Recorded November 2019 / Published 1 November 2021
Contents
- 0:00: Introduction to Scott Woods and how he became involved in the arts culture of Columbus
- 5:00: On the importance of persistence when aiming for success
- 9:00: On Woods’ Streetlight Guild and the significance of a physical space for arts and culture
- 16:00: Woods’ on the challenges and opportunities of being a Black artist in Columbus
Notes and Links
- Streetlight Guild, Scott Woods’ Columbus arts organization
- Article on the importance of Snaps & Venue for Black artists and poetry in Columbus
- Writers’ Blcok Poetry Night, Scott Woods’ reading series
- Kafe Kerouac, Columbus coffee shop
