The Power of Reading and Language in Poetry

The podcast episode explores the significance of reading and language in poetry. Bianca Stone, a poet herself, discusses Franz Wright's poem 'Learning to Read' and how it celebrates the act of reading and language's ability to uncover aspects of our being. She also emphasizes the role of literature in restoring lost possibilities and acknowledges the transformative power of poetry. Stone's own poem, 'What's Poetry Like,' contemplates the nature of poetry, its contradictions, and its ability to capture the unconscious and the unspoken. The discussion highlights the importance of poetry in connecting with ourselves and others, as well as the lasting impact it can have on readers.