Tomas J Stanton: What is Your Legacy? Handling Hard Times, Turning Pain Into Poetry & Giving Back to Your Community

I had the pleasure of sitting down with THE Tomas J Stanton, author of Wolves Don’t Perform in The Circus, A collection of poetry in which encapsulates much of life experience and legacy - from his work as an educator, community organizer, and entrepreneur, but also as a human,  husband and father. 

In this episode: 

• We deep dive into Tomas’ journey into the world of poetry & spoken word by attending and eventually performing at one of the largest open mic nights in Phoenix seating over 500 people 

• We discuss how nearly 14 years later, after co-creating various poetry / spoken word programs within community art centers - Tomas is finally releasing his first book, which he’ll be hosting a big community book release event and poetry performance in collaboration with Diana Resendiz, called INDIE - UP Festival happening Saturday May 11th from 7:30 - 10:30pm (ticket link below) 

• Tomas shared an intimate look on how pondering what legacy he wants to leave, especially for his children, is what initially sparked the idea for his book + a very moving poem that literally brings me to tears 

• We spoke a little bit about mental health and how poetry can be used as a therapeutic modality 

• Tomas shares about impact his lifestyle brand, “Righteous, Kinda” is making an impact within the community + invites me  to be a guest on his podcast (stay tuned for that) 

If you are local to Phoenix, you are NOT going to want to miss the event he is putting on this Saturday! 

Get tickets for the INDIE - UP Festival:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/indie-up-festival-tickets-877061212697?aff=

Connect with Tomas J Stanton:

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