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Giving up on identity with Ada Limón
Oct 25, 2023
Ada Limón, U.S. Poet Laureate and a recently named MacArthur 'Genius', discusses her search for her 'original animal' core. They explore the themes of seasons, nature, and identity in her latest poetry collection. Ada also reflects on her experience as a working poet and her success with her book 'Bright Dead Things'. She shares her journey and initial reaction to receiving the MacArthur Genius Grant. The speaker reflects on grief, unexpected inheritance, and the power of eulogies. Ada discusses mortality and her latest poetry collection.
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- Ada Limon's poetry collection, 'The Herding Kind,' explores themes of change, identity, and the unpredictability of life, allowing readers to reflect on their own emotions and perceptions.
- Ada Limon emphasizes the significance of representation and the joy it brings to her community, while also expressing gratitude for the financial security and artistic freedom provided by the MacArthur Fellowship.
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Finding Healing in the Changing Seasons
In this podcast episode, poet laureate Eda Limon discusses how the changing seasons and personal experiences have influenced her recent poetry collection. She reflects on her transition from being a summer person to appreciating the healing properties of fall. Limon's collection, "The Herding Kind," explores themes of change, identity, and the unpredictability of life. She shares personal stories, including the loss of loved ones and her Mexican heritage, highlighting the importance of representation and upholding communities through her poetry. Limon also discusses the impact of receiving the MacArthur Fellowship and how it opens up new possibilities for her as a working poet.
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