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PoemTalk at the Writers House

Kelly Writers House
Poetry
Go Figure
Language
Tyrone Williams
The Sacramento Of Desire
Valley Fever
Language Poetry Movement
Jacket2 Magazine
Penn Sound Archive
California
San Diego State University
Berkeley
Dust Bowl
Revelations
Genesis
Twins
Qanon
Washington D.C.
Charon On the Potomac
Philadelphia

PoemTalk at the Writers House, hosted by Al Filreis and based at Kelly Writers House in Philadelphia. PoemTalk is a collaboration with the University of Pennsylvania's Center for Programs in Contemporary Writing and Jacket2.org.

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Latest Episodes

Sarah Riggs, Laynie Browne, and Lee Ann Brown join Al Filreis at the Renee and Chaim Gross Foundation in New York City for a discussion of two poems by Stacy Doris: "Menage a trois" and "Month of Valentines."

Ernest Hilbet, Guy D'Annolfo, and Larry Robin join Al Filreis in the Writers House's Wexler Studio for a discussion of three poems by Thomas Devaney from Getting to Philadelphia (Hanging Loose Press, 2019): "The Blue Stoop," "Oregon Avenue," and "A W... more

Charles Bernstein, Ariel Resnikoff, and Nicole Peyrafitte join Al Filreis for a special live taping in the Writers House's Arts Cafe to discuss two poems by recently departed poets Pierre Joris ("The word, the mawqif") and Jerome Rothenberg ("A lette... more

The group gathers in the Writers House's Wexler Studio to discuss three poems from George Quasha's Hearing Other, the latest in his extensive Preverbs series: "Mind-degradable theory," "Verb at first sight," and "(Dis)play."

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Recent Guests

Laynie Browne
Coordinator of ModPo, poet, editor
Kelly Writers House / Penn
Episode: Episode 215 - Knot know now
Guy D'Annolfo
Poet and participant in the discussion
Philadelphia poetry scene / Moonstone Arts Center
Episode: Episode 214 - The game is always on
Ernest Hilbert
Poet and panelist
Poem Talk / Philadelphia poetry community
Episode: Episode 214 - The game is always on
Larry Robin
Bookseller and writer, longtime Philadelphia arts advocate
Robin's Bookstore / Moonstone Arts Center
Episode: Episode 214 - The game is always on
Pierre Joris
Poet/translator, translator of Celan
Independent/poet
Episode: Episode 213 - Momentary resting place
Jerome Rothenberg
Poet, editor, translator
Independent
Episode: Episode 213 - Momentary resting place
Sophia DeRose
A poet who likes puns and pugs
Kelly Writers House
Episode: Episode 211 - No snake no slick no stone
Jordan Trice
A doctoral student focusing on black diasporic literary and cultural works
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: Episode 211 - No snake no slick no stone
Ken Taylor
Author of several poetry books and founder of Selva Oscura Press
Episode: Episode 211 - No snake no slick no stone

Host

Al Filreis
Host of PoemTalk at the Writers House

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • talk poems

    Talk, Poems …. This is your place

    Be here

    Hear here

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShortcakeNake
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • For poets and the poetry curious

    This is a wonderful podcast for those interested in learning an approach to contemporary poetry, often through “difficult“ poems, that encourages a variety of interpretations. The vibe is casual and congenial, while still maintaining an intellectual rigor. Archival recordings of the poets themselves are often included.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sahlore
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the blend of casual conversation with intellectual rigor, making it enjoyable and informative.
The podcast is praised for its ability to engage listeners with challenging poems, encouraging multiple interpretations of complex themes.
Archive recordings included in episodes add a valuable dimension to the discussions, enhancing the listener experience.

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#93
Netherlands/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#236
Netherlands/Arts

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Episode 209 - F*** no to all that
Q: Sadie, can we ask you about politics?
There is sometimes a reluctance to be specific for fear of alienating people with differing views.
Episode 209 - F*** no to all that
Q: What is the age of the speaker?
This refers to crossing your Saturn return age at 28.
Episode 209 - F*** no to all that
Q: Sadie, why does the speaker stick out their tongue there, at the beginning of that?
It's an acupuncture thing. You stick out your tongue to get a sense of your overall health.

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This podcast provides a deep exploration of contemporary poetry through engaging discussions among poets, scholars, and artists. Episodes typically center around the examination of specific poems, featuring analyses that encompass a variety of related themes, including cultural commentary, environmental issues, and the personal experiences that shape poetic creation. The conversations often highlight the emotional and communal aspects of poetry, inviting listeners to gain new perspectives and insights into the art form. A unique element of the podcast is its inclusion of archival recordings of poets, enriching the experience with authentic voices from the past alongside contemporary interpretations.

Notable for its intellectual rigor balan... more

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4. Larry Robin
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