Episode 22 - Faith, Community, and the Spoken Word with David KoloKolo

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Today’s episode features an amazing young artist, David KoloKolo. David is a senior in the accounting program at George Washington University in Washington DC. He's like many serious-minded young men about to embark on a career in the corporate world. But just under the surface is a passionate, thoughtful, poetic soul. David is a spoken word artist and musician who draws energy and inspiration from his Christian faith. Although his poetry is not filled with religion, his walk as a believer is all-encompassing. David’s non-judgmental approach to his art and his life is nothing short of inspiring. I want to share a poem he wrote and performed that spoke to me as a human being. Here's a link to David KoloKolo’s spoken word piece, Anthology of Apologies.

I'm including Concise Advice from the Interview. This is a short version of tips from my guest. Here are David KoloKolo's 5 great bits of advice:

5 As you grow as an artist, pay attention to your technique.

4 Art is communal even if you create in solitude.

3 Sharing digitally is a legitimate way to create a communal experience.

2 Share your whole self with your community.

And the number 1 piece of advice from spoken word artist David KoloKolo?

Worship can bind together all the areas of your life including your art. 

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