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The New Yorker: Poetry

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Dec 16, 2020 • 29min

Margaret Atwood Reads Saeed Jones

Margaret Atwood reads 'A Stranger' by Saeed Jones and discusses loss, memory, and the afterlife. They explore poetry's emotional depth, the writing process, and managing time during the pandemic. The episode also promotes works by the authors and The New Yorker Radio Hour.
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Nov 18, 2020 • 33min

Arthur Sze Reads Robert Hass

Arthur Sze joins Kevin Young to read “The Problem of Describing Trees,” by Robert Hass, and his own poem “Vectors.” Sze has received the Landon Literary Award, the Jackson Poetry Prize and, in 2019, the National Book Award in Poetry. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
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Sep 16, 2020 • 35min

Joy Harjo Reads Sandra Cisneros

Joy Harjo, Poet Laureate of the US, reads Sandra Cisneros' poem about contrasts and paradoxes, discussing themes of identity, memory, survival, and imagination. They explore poetry's power to reflect personal and societal realities, delving into the nuances of rhythm, spirituality, and transformative art.
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Jul 24, 2020 • 46min

Radical Imagination: Tracy K. Smith, Marilyn Nelson, and Terrance Hayes on Poetry in Our Times

Tracy K. Smith, Marilyn Nelson, and Terrance Hayes discuss poetry as a tool for protest and liberation, exploring themes of historical voices, expressing grievances, and societal issues. They highlight the power of poetry in addressing racial struggles and the importance of bringing Black life into national conversations. The conversation delves into poetic form as a tool for liberation, growth, and understanding, emphasizing its role in exploring complexity and interpreting the world.
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Jun 24, 2020 • 27min

Clarence Major Reads Billy Collins

Clarence Major, a distinguished writer and artist, joins Kevin Young to read 'Downpour' by Billy Collins and his own poem 'Hair.' They explore themes of mortality, memory, and superstitions surrounding hair, discussing the power of language in poetry and global inspirations for creative focus.
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Apr 29, 2020 • 38min

Elisa Gonzalez Reads Czeslaw Milosz

Former Fulbright scholar Elisa Gonzalez discusses the intricacies of Czeslaw Milosz's poem 'Gathering Apricots' and her own work. The podcast explores self-referential elements, memory, and the challenges faced by poets. It delves into themes of autobiography, translation impact, and the balance between personal experiences and poetic expression.
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Mar 25, 2020 • 36min

Ben Purkert Reads Jorie Graham

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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Feb 26, 2020 • 36min

Kwame Dawes Reads Derek Walcott

Kwame Dawes, a renowned author, reads Derek Walcott's 'The Season of Phantasmal Peace' and his own poem 'Before Winter.' They discuss themes of love, peace, mortality, and the transient nature of life. The conversation explores cultural topics, poetry analysis, and the evolving notions of exile and home through verse.
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Jan 22, 2020 • 35min

Ellen Bass Reads Frank X. Gaspar

Poet Ellen Bass reads and discusses a poem by Frank X Gaspar, touching on taboo topics, the transformative power of metaphor, and the deep connection between life experiences and literary expression. She also shares a moving poem on childbirth, exploring love and vulnerability. The podcast explores the challenges and rewards of crafting a poem, the natural childbirth practices in California in the 70s, and the deep connections between love and grief.
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Dec 23, 2019 • 38min

Mary Jo Bang Discusses Purgatorio

Poet and Dante translator Mary Jo Bang discusses the challenges and joys of translating Purgatorio. Topics include the emotional evolution of Dante's character, the relevance of Dante's poetry in the modern world, analyzing character voices in the poem, and contemplating tackling the translation of Paradiso.

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