The Ethically Immoral Podcast
The Ethically Immoral Podcast is a program dedicated to long-form conversations with poets, spoken word artists, authors, and creatives who use language as a tool for truth-telling, healing, and resistance. Hosted by Mike Payne, the show travels beyond the typical interview to explore the personal histories, artistic philosophies, and cultural contexts that shape the voice of the Creatives we welcome.
It’s not just about poetry or performance — it’s about the people behind the pen. We talk about identity, healing, joy, frustration, and the journey of becoming. Some moments are deep, others are funny, but all of them are authentic. If you’re someone who values storytelling, vulnerability, and good conversation, this space was created and cultivated for you.
The Ethically Immoral Podcast
Volume Six - Chapter Break
No guest this week — instead, it's our Chapter Break episode. For this one, We’ve pulled together six of our favorite live readings and spoken word performances from past guests on the program. Think of it as a chance to pause, revisit, and really sit with the words that have stayed with us — and hopefully with you too. We’ll be back next week with a brand-new conversation.
Recorded Spoken Word Performances Featured Include:
Sabrina Ali - I Want You Back (Appearance: Volume Three - Chapter Seventeen)
Instagram: @sabrina_ali
Live Performance: I Want You Back
Nicoli The Poet - Who Hurt You (Appearance: Volume One - Chapter Two)
Instagram: @nicoli_the_poet
TikTok: @nicoli_the_poet
Kennie Sings - I'm Just Sayin' (Appearance: Volume Four - Chapter Two)
Instagram: @kennie_sings
Michael Phillips - Freedom (Appearance: Volume One - Chapter Nine)
Instagram: @dbl.img
Website: apoetsplace.net
Dr. Tara Betts - Stay Lit (Appearance: Volume Four - Chapter Thirteen)
Instagram: @tarabettschitown
Purchase her book: Refuse To Disappear
Bashar Abou Hawili - Good For Me (Appearance: Volume Three - Chapter Nine)
Purchase his book - Words That Might Mean Something Someday to Someone
