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Ollie Schminkey - Two Twin Beds
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Ollie Schminkey, performing at NPS 2014 in Oakland, CA.
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NOTE: Ollie uses gender-neutral pronouns (they/them/their). We encourage discussion in the comments, but please respect Ollie's preferred gender pronouns when referring to them.
@achilleus9918 6 жыл бұрын
Closet Time it literally says in the comment you're replying to: them.
@eatyosalads1548 7 жыл бұрын
the microphone makes the shape of a tie on their shirt and it really completes the look
@warpstarr 6 жыл бұрын
eatyosalads it really does😂😂
@babyboyriley8214 4 жыл бұрын
Wait I've thought it was a tie the whole time
@BAMFrankie 10 жыл бұрын
"My life is a shitty job that she's never been poor enough to have to keep" my gosh, yes.
@igisingorsomething 5 жыл бұрын
Wooooooooo that line was SICK!
@lethality1992 8 жыл бұрын
"It is so easy to talk about what a shame it is when you've never had to feel ashamed of claiming the word survivor."
@punkybrewstar83 9 жыл бұрын
"I don't need her to be sorry, I just need her to be listening".... perfect
@mickeyb4441 8 жыл бұрын
"I have cried so often in my life that it is no longer exciting or dangerous" Yasss Ollie. You get me so much it's scary!
@ssunootonin 9 жыл бұрын
"Suffering is not a contest." Feels game too strong
@mickeyb4441 8 жыл бұрын
yesss
@fruitsbasketmangalov 9 жыл бұрын
God, Ollie's poetry always astounds me. They're really incredible. Also, extreme respect for Button Poetry for commenting their preferred pronouns, seriously. Props, dudes.
@ironboobs 10 жыл бұрын
"Easy and worthwhile are not synonyms" This is beautiful.
@yvanagarcia8256 8 жыл бұрын
"how do I tell her that sometimes crying and having sex feel like the same thing?" couldn't have said it better myself.
@PeytonLeigh30 10 жыл бұрын
Ollie is one of my absolute favorite poets OF ALL TIME. So amazing.
@RaRobyn 10 жыл бұрын
*Ollie's work is always so brilliant and heartbreaking. They always have a way of making their message so powerful and "understandable" (as much as you can understand someone else's suffering). I just hope they never stop writing and performing poetry :)*
@kromine18 9 жыл бұрын
This poem really speaks to me. It is like Ollie went right into my mind. "She doesn't have to leave the theatre during the rape scene, the trigger warning does not apply to her." "My rapist' face is everywhere." Of course I never wish this on anyone, but you wish a certain degree of empathy, not pity. Overall amazing.
@TazBoi5 10 жыл бұрын
"How do I explain to her that sometimes crying and having sex feel like the same thing?" Ollie is amazing and absolutely love all of their work.
@lemmon3 9 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad the comments section is supportive. This is a really tough thing to talk about. Great poem, Ollie.
@goldfinger4953 8 жыл бұрын
Each line more quotable and powerful than the next.
@Kitkatrh 10 жыл бұрын
I love their poems so much.
@TheNeonluvr 10 жыл бұрын
Ollie is such a beautiful person, their words have such a catch, so raw, so real.
@OshysAngel 9 жыл бұрын
This moved me, not just because it was so powerful but because I was once where Ollie is now. I was that survivor still trying to work through the trauma. You will get there, keep believing that, and know that you are strong.
@kathrynsharkey9530 8 жыл бұрын
Ive watched this probably at least 50 times and I still cry every time I do. They are such a beautiful poet.
@justiceclarke895 9 жыл бұрын
They are such an amazing poet they give me chills every time
@maxximumdawn 10 жыл бұрын
They're so brave for writing this. The rawness and pain and love is inspiring. Ollie, just wow.
@maddie.bolland.7 9 жыл бұрын
I love the way that Ollie reads. Their voice is beautiful, with just the right amount of texture and rasp. The way that they give off so much genuine emotion… You live Ollie's poem with them.
@jennifersmyth6301 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this. I remember and it happened 45 years ago!!!! 45!!!
@phoebeshabra 9 жыл бұрын
"sometimes crying and having sex feel like the same thing." kills me.
@dakotaranijones4403 4 жыл бұрын
5 years later and this poem still has my all time favourite quote "this conversation is not an easy one. but easy and worthwhile are not synonyms" wow.
@haileyanguiano6922 9 жыл бұрын
favorite line: "but my life is a shitty job she has never been poor enough to have to keep."
@GTvonRufflBum 9 жыл бұрын
This actually made me cry. I relate to it so much and it's so validating to hear these thoughts put into words and spoken so well.
@ashleytambungaratcliff8682 10 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love their passion. In every one of Ollie's poems, eyes are opened to different sides of issues we hear every day. I can't imagine what it would be like not to be able to relate all the time to my husband, but they definitely put it in perspective: being able to relate is not the same as understanding. Sometimes you want to relate to what hurts your lover, but you won't be able to. The understanding Ollie has with their partner is beautiful, and many couples could benefit from this kind of sentiment. Bravo, Ollie, and thank you.
@sbalfre 3 жыл бұрын
Ollie speaks so powerfully, their words left me crying.
@TheBriell02 10 жыл бұрын
Hands down one of the best poems I've ever heard. Their way with words was incredible.
@olyolyoxenfreee 9 жыл бұрын
Ollies poems are a great example of how powerful words can be. They always leave me speechless.
@purplepoppy07 10 жыл бұрын
I am sobbing in the college library.
@meganlowe9281 6 жыл бұрын
This is by far my favourite poem ever. I love the power and strength in their voice as well as their message. This means so much to me as I can relate and understand what they are going through and has went through. I am proud of them for their bravery to speak, step, and stand out. ❤️ I watch this whenever I’m struggling and it always helps me. Thank you, Ollie.
@emilyelizabeth6245 10 жыл бұрын
I don't think I'll ever forget this poem
@chasestreetman7314 10 жыл бұрын
They're just so damn good at conveying how a moment feels.
@GabbyImperato 10 жыл бұрын
i really enjoyed how this poem kinda had a 'happy ending' :)
@jackr5056 9 жыл бұрын
Ollie is amazing, absolutely adore their words
@bennytoe 9 жыл бұрын
for some reason i always find myself gravitating towards this poem. just want to give credit where it is due and express how much i think they did at great job with this piece. THANK YOU for giving it to us.
@JonnyBoy171617 9 жыл бұрын
Ollie's poetry is ALWAYS AMAZING! That is the only word I can think of to even remotely describe their work, simply amazing. They just have such a way with words that evokes an emotional response! Ollie, you are one kick ass person!
@zoesucks9590 10 жыл бұрын
Ollie's poems will forever by favorites. They never fail to amaze me, to make me shiver and feel.
@arlieklaasse7048 8 жыл бұрын
Oh my god I love their poems.
@adioshra 10 жыл бұрын
Olli, if you read this, i just wanted to say i feel that way too. thank you. lots of hugs.
@Ryuurika 8 жыл бұрын
This moved me so much I'm crying.
@ugunigais4 10 жыл бұрын
I love all of their poems but this one speaks to me on a whole another level and i can't stop thinking abut it.
@sthepannylavanwaycruz9162 7 жыл бұрын
Ollie's poems are often the only thing that keep me sane. I know I'm not the only one that feels this way. Their poems deserve a lot more attention honestly.
@SilverFlame819 9 жыл бұрын
That was FANTASTIC.
@SerenaVampire734 9 жыл бұрын
Really tough stuff. I'm looking into more videos and their poetry is really fantastic and thought-provoking. Great stuff!
@Rin_3773 6 жыл бұрын
I may not have gone through what they are saying but I started to cry because I could feel the emotion in myself so I thank you for this
@suzanneogrady6006 9 жыл бұрын
Absolutely incredible.... You have put words to what I have never been able to say, thought me about a language I didn't even know I was speaking, and brought clarity to a tragedy that too many of us have to experience. You are incredible.
@stellannie86 7 жыл бұрын
Ollie.. How do you always make me cry..?! ❤
@artemis4935 9 жыл бұрын
ollie's poetry is so beautiful. i love their work it's so amazing i feel a strong connection with every one of their words. bless ya ollie.
@EmileighRadicke 10 жыл бұрын
Ollie... You've stunned me again with your words. Thank you. And thank you Button Poetry for sharing them!
@XXXPEACEXXX7 10 жыл бұрын
this is amazing she really is one of the best poets
@Riviwriter 10 жыл бұрын
"And I could just collapse and know the silence is not an easy one." Damn Ollie you blow me away every time. I cannot describe what it feels like to listen to this poem and understand how they're feeling. Ollie, you are an inspiration
@lilymesterhazy9406 9 жыл бұрын
Ollie's poetry is always so incredible
@bastardassfuckgoblin 10 жыл бұрын
Ollie's poetry is so beautiful, yet brings light to many relevant issues. Big fan of their work..!
@faythmarie6787 8 жыл бұрын
Ollie you have showed me that not every single human is not the same. We all have different Ts. My friend Sally introduced me to you and wow am I glad.
@bethebelle2810 10 жыл бұрын
Ollie's work is definitely at the top of my favorites list.
@Red-ce4qt 10 жыл бұрын
Ollie is one of my favorites.. everything they say is so raw and powerful.
@kimpowley4387 10 жыл бұрын
This brought tears to my eyes, Ollie's poems are powerful and I love listening to them.
@p4tytimez 9 жыл бұрын
Ollie will always be my favorite.
@anamikabhandari6622 7 жыл бұрын
I do not need her to be sorry , I just her to be listening
@theillogicalpunk5752 4 жыл бұрын
I adore there work ollie is so talented I cant express how much this poem helped me come to terms with what happened to me.
@hunterellisisaac6330 7 жыл бұрын
My friend introduced me to Ollie and I'm obsessed, they're so powerful in how they speak.
@isaisaisabelbel9426 10 жыл бұрын
That poem was so beautiful, so raw, and so important. Ollie's truly amazing.
@jademansbridge8751 10 жыл бұрын
i can't get over how powerful this is
@IsaoAcseo 10 жыл бұрын
Ollie is so amazing, I felt every moment of this piece.
@taurusbabyyyy 8 жыл бұрын
I've never related to something so hard, Ollie thank you for making me feel alittle less alone.
@solarplexusbunny 10 жыл бұрын
THIS IS AMAZING I'M CRYIN'
@mrkoshtip 10 жыл бұрын
Wow so powerful
@ErinAnastasia 10 жыл бұрын
Love you Ollie
@katherinevelasquez6326 8 жыл бұрын
yoooo the chilllsssss
@hellkid5500 9 жыл бұрын
Ollie is honestly amazing, i love their poems so, so much. and i really connect to this one.
@UghLauren 10 жыл бұрын
This is so powerful. And all too relatable
@artk1ng 10 жыл бұрын
I love Ollie. Their poems are...amazing.
@Mushroom831 2 жыл бұрын
Ollie has saved my life more than once
@analeigh5908 9 жыл бұрын
It's like Ollie sucked all of my memories out of my brain to write this poem. Holy shit.
@reguluscummins878 Жыл бұрын
woah. WOAH. I’ve never related to a poem more.
@MikaylaRaePhish 9 жыл бұрын
Wow... Oh wow... Awesome, just awesome. Thank you.
@Liltinyhuman 9 жыл бұрын
One of the best poems I've heard in a long time
@BratzIZ 9 жыл бұрын
I love Ollie's work so much.
@IsaacDavis69 10 жыл бұрын
Fantastic.
@Nejidabest 10 жыл бұрын
so brave and strong , and powerful. Thank you for sharing .
@xodancerxo312 10 жыл бұрын
Ollie is by far my favorite poet :)
@lillyxfox2684 2 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love her...
@glitteringtrash6310 10 жыл бұрын
This is so beautiful :')
@bintangdomena Жыл бұрын
Interesting and thoughtful! Thank you!!
@Dan_The_Dude 7 жыл бұрын
Ollie is my favourite ❤️
@bluekissedgalaxies 9 жыл бұрын
I love Ollie so much, their poems are so amazing
@Eihpos97 10 жыл бұрын
This is so so relatable. wow.
@CandaceNguyen 10 жыл бұрын
ollie always writes such beautiful poems
@jasminehoran4541 10 жыл бұрын
This is truly amazing Ollie you are one of my favourites
@TashaLovesyourface 10 жыл бұрын
So powerful.
@ilovelionheart 10 жыл бұрын
I love Ollie!
@selinas7322 7 жыл бұрын
"loving someone means inventing your own language"
@Tatertots2theRetards 10 жыл бұрын
I'm crying...
@Justcallmecrazy747 10 жыл бұрын
Wow. Such an absolutely incredible poem. Well done Ollie
@soulsmusic15 9 жыл бұрын
Aww ending had me like (':
@MollyMonster123 9 жыл бұрын
I adore Ollie's words
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