Kevin Young
Poet, New Yorker poetry editor, and the editor of 'A Century of Poetry in The New Yorker'.
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Feb 4, 2025 • 18min
The New Yorker Celebrates a Hundred Years as a Poetry and Fiction Tastemaker
Kevin Young, the poetry editor at The New Yorker and director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture, shares his insights on the magazine’s evolution as a literary beacon. He reflects on the thrill of curating a century of poetry and fiction, emphasizing the transformative power of rejection in a writer's journey. Young also discusses the crucial role of poetry during crises, highlighting poignant works like Adam Zagievsky's in the wake of 9/11, and celebrates the fresh voices that continue to shape The New Yorker's narrative landscape.
Jul 4, 2025 • 1h 48min
July 4th: 100 Years of America the Superpower; Frances Perkins; New Yorker Poetry; Blacklisting; Celia Cruz
Join Richard Haass, an American diplomat discussing America's evolution from isolationism to a superpower. Annie Polland shares Frances Perkins' groundbreaking labor reforms, while Kevin Young explores a century of poetry in The New Yorker. Clay Risen dives into the chilling effects of McCarthyism on arts and society, and Felix Contreras celebrates Celia Cruz's vibrant legacy in the world of music. They weave together history, culture, and the enduring impact of these figures in shaping America.
