# Toi Derricotte

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Joyful Defiance – Reclaiming Your Power in Uncertain Times

Joy isn’t a luxury. It’s a strategy. In this episode of Rebranding Mental Health, Iman and Kurt explore Joyful Defiance. Kurt coined this approach as the radical act of choosing play, pleasure, and presence even when the world feels chaotic. This is not about denial or bypassing pain. It’s about st…

In Praise: A Conversation with Texas Poet Laureate & Founder of Torch Literary Arts, Amanda Johnston

In 2006 poet Amanda Johnston went in search of community and, when she didn’t find what she was looking for, Amanda built her own. Today, Torch Literary Arts is a resource and a destination for Black women writers and readers across the diaspora. Fueled by wisdom and writings from poets, novelists,…

In Praise: A Conversation with Texas Poet Laureate & Founder of Torch Literary Arts, Amanda Johnston

In 2006 poet Amanda Johnston went in search of community and, when she didn’t find what she was looking for, Amanda built her own. Today, Torch Literary Arts is a resource and a destination for Black women writers and readers across the diaspora. Fueled by wisdom and writings from poets, novelists,…

In Praise: A Conversation with Texas Poet Laureate & Founder of Torch Literary Arts, Amanda Johnston

In 2006 poet Amanda Johnston went in search of community and, when she didn’t find what she was looking for, Amanda built her own. Today, Torch Literary Arts is a resource and a destination for Black women writers and readers across the diaspora. Fueled by wisdom and writings from poets, novelists,…

Is It OK To Fangirl In Your 40s? Why Our Joy Is Resistance.

Ever wondered is it OK to fangirl in your 40s? Today, we are diving into a spicy rant to unpack the unfair double standard facing adult fangirls. If you’ve ever felt judged for loving what you love, this episode is your reminder that adult fandom matters and reclaiming your joy is an act of resista…

Unlocking the Power of Optimism, Gratitude, and Mindfulness

"Joy is an act of resistance." Toi Derricotte This phrase is largely used in social justice circles when it comes to dealing with oppressive forces, because an oppressive force wants you to be scared and broken down. Joy is a middle finger in the face of the oppressor. I identify with this, because…

Joy as Resistance, Community as Practice with Dr. Tahirah J. Walker

In this episode of Restorative Works!, host Dr. Claire de Mezerville López speaks with Dr. Tahirah J. Walker, Chair of the Department of Community Engagement and Leadership at Point Park University, about the connections among restorative justice, community, education, writing, and joy. A writer, …

Breaking Form Selects: Toi Derricotte (A Summer Poetry Salon)

Please enjoy this Summer Salon Series episode of Breaking Form Selects: Ai  Support Breaking Form by reviewing the show on Apple Podcasts here. Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series. BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE is available from Bridwell Press. James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from F…

The Power of Joy as Resistance with Dr. Tahirah Walker

If you’ve ever waded through grief, felt full rage, or struggled to hold onto a feeling of joy, this episode is for you. I had the honor of interviewing Dr. Tahirah Walker, a personal and professional expert on the power of joy as resistance. This episode explores joy and how it often co-exists w…