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Washing Machines & Verses: The Art of Spoken Word in Laundromats | The Entertainment Conversation
In this episode of The Entertainment Conversation, host Celine Satherley explores the unexpected intersection of domestic labor and creative expression by recording spoken word poetry in laundromats. This unique approach to art-making challenges the traditional notion that creativity requires a pristine, silent studio environment. Instead, Satherley argues that the rhythmic noise of washing machines—the hum of agitators, the thump of wet denim, and the spin cycle—provides a grounding, non-judgmental backdrop that allows for raw, authentic vocal performance. If you are a poet, writer, or…
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