Heavy Bored cover image

#27 Allen Ginsberg's Howl and Other Poems

Heavy Bored

CHAPTER

Exploring Allen Ginsberg's 'Howl and Other Poems' and the Beats Movement

This chapter delves into Allen Ginsberg's 'Howl and Other Poems' as a coming of age poem that rejects traditional poetry while still utilizing poetic techniques. It also discusses the camaraderie within the Beats movement, the lack of literary communities today, and the controversy surrounding the banning of the book.

00:00
Transcript
Play full episode

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner