Stephen Muldowney-Mizen is a poet from a town called Ware. Often performing under the name SM Ripper, he has been hosting and organising live poetry events for 14 years and takes this passion to literature and music festivals all over the South of England. The host of  Poetry Platform, Winchester’s longest-running poetry night for 14 years, believes his shows are a special blend of heart and chaos, and there is nothing Stephen loves more than creating unique live entertainment experiences. In 2021 he founded his writing organisation, BeSpoken Words.

BeSpoken Words has the simple belief that everyone has a story to tell, and they make it their mission to make sure that they are providing the space and tools to help people tell their stories. From 1 on 1 writing sessions to working with schools, youth boards and the NHS, they have helped craft over 300 poetry stories, each unique and magnificent.

Creating a poetry book for The Pubs Project is BeSpoken Words’ biggest challenge to date, but one they have embraced wholeheartedly, and a project shared is a project enjoyed, and they have been very proud to work alongside fellow poet and creative Rich  Lansley.
Now working on his new show SM Ripper’s Random Poetry Experience, Stephen is an occasional Instagram user, but he loves an email, so if you have a story to share or need a little bright chaos in your life, get in touch. 

Instagram
@bespokenwordspoetry 

Email
Ripper.live.events@gmail.com