what people are saying about Gleason
"There are two times that I heard Gleason perform and by no stretch of the imagination and no exaggeration, I was changed. I heard them perform the poem and I felt like I was never going to be the same after that.” - J-Lin Tamminga, Forest Hills High School
“Gleason has been a guest teacher at Open Circle on several occasions. They are a uniquely gifted communicator who generously and vulnerably offers their poems, stories, and wisdom - and most importantly - their presence to everyone they encounter. The world needs more Gleason." - Matt Laidlaw, Open Circle Spiritual Community
“Gleason did an amazing job at our National Conference! Their poetry and delivery style is unique and uplifting!" - Gregory Parish, National Fair Housing Alliance
“Gleason's poetry is insightful and powerful. Their public presentations are an inspiration to people of all ages. Gleason is a model for everyone to speak their truth.” - Leslie Newman, C3 Spiritual Community
“Gleason's poetry is insightful and powerful. Their public presentations are an inspiration to people of all ages. Gleason is a model for everyone to speak their truth.” - Leslie Newman, C3 Spiritual Community
“When we capture our light, it liberates others. Gleason embodies that so powerfully. Gleason shines so bright that we still see in the dark because they are in the room.” - Caleb “The Negro Artist”, Iowa City Speaks, The Diatribe
“In 2019 we sought to meaningfully expand our entertainment offerings at the annual Grand Rapids Pride Festival. We added a community stage and I knew Gleason from their work over the years as one of our area’s top spoken word poets. They were our first call and I’m glad we called. We could not have done it without them and the team of artists they assembled (and welcomed) to make our annual fundraising event held in the heart of Grand Rapids our most successful Pride Fest of all time.” - Tommy Allen, Grand Rapids Pride Festival