Poetry. Entertainment.

THE MISSION: To make poetry entertaining for a mainstream audience.

How we do that is for us to figure out, and for y’all to enjoy. Founded by Kuya David and Daniel Hees, Pen Clique is the laboratory where poetry and pixels combine to produce lively podcasts, stunning visuals, hype fashion, and crackin live events. We’re exploring the digital frontier to help carve the best paths for online poets to get seen, heard, and supported.

Love From Our Listeners

  • “Pen Clique was a reminder of why I do what I do: love of the work. Their passion, drive, and expertise is only rivaled by their love for the spoken word.”

    Alex Alpharaoh via Instagram

  • “With their high production value and fun hosts it's easily in my top tier podcast list.”

    @CopaseticKOTD via Twitter

  • “Love what Pen Clique is doing for poetry! They have a unique vision, and a commitment to quality that comes through in their work. The IG account is 🔥”

    @AaronDunnWorks via iTunes

  • “Moving out to LA, I didn't even know a poetry scene existed. Through working with Pen Clique, I gained insight and an appreciation for poetry.”

    Seth Garnes founder of The Everything Collective

  • “Progressive as it is entertaining, Pen Clique’s fusion of high production value, engaging content and its hosts’ quick-witted humor provide a fresh take on today’s poetry scene.”

    Seraphina Lotkhamnga, Creative Manager at Pulse Music Group

  • “I enjoy hearing the different perspectives on poetry, esp since I’m not so ingrained in the poetry community — it’s cool to see how nuanced it is!!! Def my fav poetry podcast!!!”

    @padaekB via iTunes

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Kuya David

I AM:

Executive Creative Director of Pen Clique, a senior art director in the entertainment advertising industry, and a spoken word head of 10+ years. My goal is to use my professional skill set to make online-poetry engaging, fun & accessible for the modern audience.

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Daniel J. Hees

I AM:

A spoken word artist and producer working throughout LA’s poetry scene and Internationally via Radio, TV, and Internet. I hope to expose new audiences to the power of poetry and art.

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