The New Yorker: Poetry Ben Purkert Reads Jorie Graham
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Mar 25, 2020 
Poet Ben Purkert reads Jorie Graham's 'Notes on the Reality of the Self' & his poem 'News.' They discuss self-discovery, nature's fluidity, and poetic creativity. Exploring themes of descent, luck, and surprise in poetry, with cultural recommendations.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Essence of Self in Jorie Graham's Poetry
01:40 • 17min
Exploration of Poetry and Nature's Complexity
18:52 • 3min
Exploring the Depth of a Poem Inspired by Environmental Devastation
22:19 • 6min
Exploration of Descent, Luck, and Creative Process in Poetry
27:49 • 2min
Exploring Poetry Through Surprise and Endings
29:53 • 7min
Exploring Poetry and Cultural Topics
37:23 • 2min