Maya Williams, Portland's Poet Laureate and author of a recenlty published collection of poems called "Judas and Suicide," joins me on the podcast to talk about a whole range of topics, all orbiting around the big topics of life, death, and poetry.
TW: There is discussion of suicide, suicidal thoughts, and ideation in this episode. If these topics are triggering or sensitive for you, you have option to opt-out of listening to the show. If you are struggling and seeking help, please call or text 988.
About Maya Williams:
Maya Williams (ey/em, they/them, and she/her) is a religious Black multiracial nonbinary suicide survivor who is currently an Ashley Bryan Fellow and the seventh Poet Laureate of Portland, Maine .
Maya's debut poetry collection, Judas & Suicide, is available through Game Over Books .