Platica Y Poetics S2E2 w/ Zack Sokoloski

Where punk vibes met Ram Dass my platica with Zack Sokoloski, we launched on a deep,
holistic exploration that felt more like a universal reflection session than a traditional Q&A. Our
cosmic convo was rooted in the present moment, gifting us space to delve into the multifaceted
intersections of Zack's identity as an educator, poet, and musician. As layers unfolded of his
poetic journey, we spoke of how he exists within both the punk rock and poetics realms, two
worlds that seem disparate yet share a rebellious, raw energy. The intersections came through
vividly in his work ERATO/ERRATA, where symbols like a hummingbird and a ladybug capture
essence of vulnerability, presence, and resilience of the heart. Zack juxtaposes ancient wisdom
with pop culture, balancing reverence with a playful irreverence. He shared how he navigates
keeping humor as a gateway to deeper insights. His poetry rich in cinematic imagery, is inspired
by visual and cultural sources, brought this to life with its “flesh meeting flesh” motif,
connecting the physical and spiritual worlds. How he crafts a contrast between spirituality and
the mundane, reflecting on the poignancy of everyday transcendence—a moment he says he
experiences himself in fleeting, unexpected ways, his humor functions as a release, a way of
easing into profound questions. The stream-of-consciousness style we both share as writers
invites listeners into a meditative journey through identity, spirituality, and the ordinary.