The Venezuelan poet Ana María Oviedo Palomares said that she and her colleagues were honored to join host @latormenta76 for an engaging conversation with cultural promoter Claudia Cruz, spotlighting Revista Nacional de Cultura, Revista Resolana and the Escuela Nacional de Poesía “Juan Calzadilla”. The exchange was rich in insight, marked by thoughtful questions and an atmosphere that celebrated artistic connection and resilience.
During the broadcast, the conversation traced the historical and contemporary relevance of these emblematic cultural institutions. Revista Nacional de Cultura has long served as a foundational platform for Venezuelan and Latin American intellectual and artistic expression, bringing together writers, poets and thinkers who shaped regional literary currents. It has been recognized as a voice of Venezuelan culture and creativity since its founding in 1938, including contributions from many eminent writers across generations.
Listeners also heard reflections on Revista Resolana — the literary review published by the Escuela Nacional de Poesía “Juan Calzadilla” — which honors the spirit of poetic creation and dialogue. Resolana, drawing inspiration from the poetry and vision of celebrated figures, promotes voices from diverse backgrounds and fosters poetic practice among emerging writers.
The Escuela Nacional de Poesía “Juan Calzadilla”, named after one of Venezuela’s most revered poets and cultural figures, embodies a living legacy of literary engagement. Juan Calzadilla’s remarkable contributions to poetry, art, and cultural criticism have shaped Venezuelan letters over decades, inspiring new generations to explore the power of verse and creative expression. The school’s workshops, readings, and publications continue this mission, bringing poetry into community spaces and encouraging dialogue across artistic forms.
Throughout the broadcast, we revisited the deep cultural ties that connect Venezuela and Honduras, highlighting a shared commitment to artistic resistance and meaningful cultural exchange. The discussion reinforced how literary platforms and collaborative dialogue catalyze not only artistic innovation, but also cross-border understanding and solidarity.
As always, we left “La Tormenta” intellectually energized and creatively inspired, buoyed by a conversation that celebrated not just literary heritage, but the enduring power of culture to unite diverse voices and experiences.
