She Recites #007 - ”Poetry is a means for us to go on deeper spiritual journeys”

This is part two of our two part podcast with Sukina Pilgrim. 

Sukina Pilgrim is a Poet, Spoken-Word artist, Playwright, Workshop Facilitator  and co-founder of Muslim female Hip Hop duo, Poetic Pilgrimage, from Bristol, UK. 

In 2017 she delivered a Tedx Talk on the healing potential of poetry.  Sukina holds a she holds a BA (Hons) Degree in English Literature and Caribbean Studies and is currently pursuing an MSc in Creative Writing for Therapeutic Purposes.

Sukina has also been appointed a muqadimah of the Tijani Tariqah and has a deep connection to Madinah Bay, a hub of spirituality in Senegal, West Africa, where she makes regular visits.

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Quote of the Pod: "Poetry is a means for us to have deeper conversations. It is a means for us to go on deeper spiritual journeys. Different people have different vehicles, but for me poetry is a journey towards finding tools to find our authentic voice. It is a means to find tools for speaking from the heart..." 

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