
Two friends try to figure out what it means to write poems and stay sane while putting one foot in a poetry world that seems to baffle us all. By Alice Allan & Jonathan Farmer.
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What are the things that have turned out to be helpful for you? Show notes Eileen Myles Poetry Says ep 212. with Paul Kane Ronin (1998) Elijah’s podcast Versecraft Alice’s article about envy Scared Shitless by Merlin Mann Spiderman pointing at Spide... more
Tell me about a poet you admire. Show notes Lucille Clifton won’t you celebrate with me by Lucille Clifton The Ern Malley hoax Pam Brown‘s book click here for what we do The ALS gold medal Poetry Says episodes with Pam: 104 (underprepared) and 175 (... more
How do you promote your poetry and put yourself out there without going insane? Show notes Alice’s Substack Alice’s book The Empty Show The AWP conference Catalogue of Unabashed Gratitude by Ross Gay At Length
What’s the point of poetry? Show notes Timothée Chalamet’s statement on opera and ballet Ep 01. Fear Asphodel, that Greeny Flower by William Carlos Williams Poetry Says Ep 270. Jonathan Farmer: “I don’t think I love poetry.” On Convention by Alan S... more
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I love this new poetry podcast. The discussion of fear was really helpful for me. I have submitted a hundred times without publication and it is helpful to know I am not the only one who struggles with rejection. I look forward to more episodes.
These two somewhat-more-than-unknown poets (and experienced podcasters) are a pure pleasure to listen to, and if you happen to write poetry, then the questions they take up will be of the keenest interest. They are unfailingly honest and their rapport is altogether winning. Your two new favorite poet friends.
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Two longtime poets-turned-podcasters have open, candid conversations about what it means to write poetry while navigating a sometimes baffling literary world. Episodes cluster around fear, community, productivity, learning, desire, and the tensions between ambition and integrity, with frequent reflections on mentorship, publishing, and audience expectations. The show stands out for its intimate host dynamic, practical tips, and a warm, self-aware humor that makes difficult topics approachable for writers at all stages. Distinctive angles include discussing consent and ethics in poetry, the social rituals of publishing, and the balance between making art and maintaining personal relationships within a creative community.
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