Some Things Must Be Heard: Spitting & Politicking proudly presents When We Speak—an unforgettable evening showcasing dynamic, multigenerational performances, the world premiere of the poetic visual When We Speak 🗣️

WWS is an ode to the voices and transformative impact of womxn, and an engaging artist talk. As we close out Womxn’s History Month, we are stamping our imprint into the ethers and gliding into National Poetry Month with purpose. Through our art and action, we intend to keep making our presence known.

This event will feature St. Louis’s own spoken word artists Cheeraz Gormon, Poet Lightening, and K-Money the Poet; longtime community organizer Jamala Rogers; special guest poet Amanda Shea from Boston; and libations by veteran poet and community organizer FoFeet.

We will also have a brief artist talk with Maya McGrocery, MsNterpretation, Poetically Bell, Pacia Elaine, and vibes provided by DJ Innergy and maybe something else special

The Project

When We Speak is a powerful ode to Black womxn who have boldly harnessed their voices, art, and labor to dismantle oppressive systems, forge pathways toward health and wholeness, and challenge patriarchal narratives of dominance and control—all in the name of collective liberation. Too often, the transformative impact of womxn throughout history is overlooked, minimized, or erased. This poetic film/video stands as a defiant testament, ensuring that the contributions of STL womxn are etched into history and rooted deeply in the soil for generations to come.This project is anchored by 10 poets who have kept and continue to keep St. Louis’s historical creative and arts legacy alive.