CETACEAN Poetry Reading by Stephen J Jacobs

Watch the Poetry Reading of CETACEAN:

Poetry performed by Steve Rizzo

Get to know poet Stephen J Jacobs:

1) What is the theme of your poem?

The theme of CETACEAN is recognizing that humans may not be the only species capable of intelligence, emotional depth and spirituality.

I wanted to explore these concepts by trying to imagine the thoughts, feelings and connections to Mother Nature these wonderful non-human beings might have.

2) How would you like people to respond when they read or watch your poetry reading?

I hope they would respond with compassion, appreciation and be more responsive in helping to protect these beautiful, but increasingly endangered species.

3) How long have you been writing poetry?

Approximately 15 Years?

4) Do you have a favorite poet?

Many favorites, not one.

5) What influenced you to submit to WILDsound and have your poetry performed by a professional actor?

WILDsound was…