Ada Limon
Poet and former U.S. Poet Laureate known for books like The Hurting Kind and Bright Dead Things; her work explores identity, grief, and everyday life.
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Nov 26, 2025 • 36min
How poetry helps Ada Limon navigate life, even when it’s tough
Ada Limon, a celebrated poet and former U.S. Poet Laureate, dives into the transformative nature of poetry during turbulent times. She discusses her shift from identifying as a 'summer person' to embracing the reflective beauty of fall. Limon reveals how her collection 'The Hurting Kind' captures themes of loss and identity, while exploring the power of poetry to articulate deeper emotions. She candidly shares her journey through grief and the serendipity of receiving the MacArthur Fellowship, highlighting the financial freedom it brings to her writing.
Sep 11, 2024 • 31min
Ada Limon Wants Picnic Tables to Make You Feel Something
Ada Limon, the first Latina poet laureate of America, brings poetry to the heart of nature. She discusses her innovative You Are Here project, which places poems in national parks to inspire connection and reflection. Limon highlights how poetry can heal and provoke thought amid our environmental challenges. She emphasizes the importance of nature in understanding grief and self-awareness, urging us to find beauty in both the wild and in ourselves. Join her in redefining how we experience art in the great outdoors.
