ClickForTaz: In Conversation

My friend introduced me to spoken word poetry, it was the first time I had ever seen something like that, and I was instantly captivated by it. It was like a light bulb moment, and all those things that I had kept inside just came out. It was like writing a diary, but it rhymed.

- ClickForTaz

Vikki from UKNA catches up with spoken word poet and YouTube creator, ClickForTaz, who has been the subject of a recent YouTube 'Spotlight' documentary. In the documentary, Taz reflects on her difficult school years. She returns to her high school 10 years on, to inspire the students in year 7 with a spoken word performance, meeting key inspirations along the way, including Casey Neistat and poet Suli Breaks.

Here, UKNA and Taz discuss the catharsis of writing poetry; the impact of creativity on mental health; and Taz's inspirational message to young people.

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