Audio Poem of the Day
Poetry Foundation
Audio recordings of classic and contemporary poems read by poets and actors, delivered every day.
Episodes
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Oct 17, 2025 • 2min
Physical Education
By Joshua Bennett Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 16, 2025 • 1min
Precision German Craftsmanship
by Matthew Rohrer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 15, 2025 • 1min
Mingus at the Showplace
by William Matthews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 14, 2025 • 2min
Unsafe Surroundings
Dive into a poignant exploration of identity through the lens of a poem. The discussion unfolds with a political call to enforce hijab policies, juxtaposing physical coverings with internal struggles. Family memories reveal deep-rooted generational pain connected to silence and punishment. Bird imagery beautifully illustrates the loss of a woman's voice, highlighting the harsh reality of enforced apologies. The haunting conclusion leaves listeners reflecting on how identity can be reduced to nothing amid societal pressures.
Oct 13, 2025 • 2min
[Untitled]
By Kate Asche Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 12, 2025 • 5min
My Chiziiness
By Cynthia J Sylvester Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 11, 2025 • 58sec
Ash Weed
By Laura Marie Marciano Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 10, 2025 • 1min
june 8, the smiley barista remembers my name
By Wo Chan Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 9, 2025 • 1min
The Speedometer Is Working Even When You Don’t Move
By Heather Christie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
