All About Growth Episode #11 - Ebony Stewart

In this episode of All About Growth, hosted by Poetry.Hype’s Urban Poet, we sit down with the legendary Ebony Stewart — aka Gully Princess — live at the Ghost Poetry Slam at Rebel Lounge. 🎤 Ebony opens up about her artistic journey, from journaling and rapping to becoming one of today’s most respected poets. She shares how Maya Angelou and Nikki Giovanni shaped her love for poetry, and dives deep into the art of setting boundaries, protecting your peace, and celebrating accomplishments without guilt. This conversation is real, warm, and filled with wisdom about artistry, balance, and rest — especially for Black women who are constantly told to keep going. 🎙 Guest: Ebony Stewart (Gully Princess) 🎥 Hosted by: Urban Poet | Poetry.Hype 📍 Location: Rebel Lounge – Ghost Poetry Slam 🎧 Produced by: I Am Root Co. x Poetry.Hype ⏱ Chapters 00:00 – 00:32 🎙 Intro & Vibes – Dialect talk + meet Gully Princess 00:32 – 01:58 📝 Ebony’s Start in Poetry – Journaling, rapping & grandmother’s influence 01:58 – 03:36 💭 Biggest Challenge – Balancing art and personal life + setting boundaries 03:36 – 05:06 🌿 New Book & Self-Care – Sold-out success and embracing rest 💡 Key Themes Finding your voice through journaling and influence of Black women poets Learning to say “No, that’s mine” — protecting personal experiences Celebrating success without pressure to create constantly The importance of self-care and boundaries for artists 🎥 About the Show All About Growth highlights artists, poets, and creatives who share their real-life lessons on creativity, purpose, and evolution. Each episode dives into the moments that shaped them — and how they keep growing through it all. 👉 Follow Poetry.Hype Instagram – @poetry.hype Website – www.iamrootco.com #AllAboutGrowth #PoetryHype #EbonyStewart #UrbanPoet #SpokenWord #PoetryCommunity #IAmRootCo #CreativeWellness #BlackWomenPoets #SelfCare #ArtisticBoundaries Join this channel to unlock exclusive perks and become part of our creative community: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwTHKfD7tTwT5FwDQU2r6TA/join I Am Root® is a lifestyle brand dedicated to uplifting underground, local, and emerging creatives through events, productions, and collaborations. Rooted in our mission—Inspiring All of Mankind by Restoring Often Omitted Traditions (IAMROOT)—we’ve proudly curated over 150 events across the Phoenix Metro Area and partnered with nearly 500 independent artists. Our work extends to partnerships with organizations such as Maricopa Community Colleges, Arizona State University, and various nonprofits, fostering spaces where art and community thrive. This channel supports and celebrates the I Am Root Brand, Poetry.Hype, This or That 365, and other creative projects close to our hearts. Thank you for being part of our journey. We’re here to inspire, uplift, and grow with you—one story, one event, and one connection at a time. Brand Links: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iamrootbrand Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamrootbrand Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iargs11 Website: https://www.iamrootco.com Email: info@iamrootco.com Affiliate Links: Amazon Finds: https://www.amazon.com/shop/iamrootco This or That Ice-Breaker Card Game: https://www.thisorthat365.com Poetry.Hype: https://www.instagram.com/poetry.hype This or That on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisorthat.365 This or That Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisorThat.365 Keep it Playa Drinking Game: https://keepitplaya.com Follow our host - https://www.instagram.com/divoyeinc We appreciate your likes and comments as we work to earn your subscription. Let’s grow together! #letsgrow #interview #content #artistcommunity