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This podcast is for those who already love poetry and for those who know very little about it. In this podcast, we read a poem, discuss it, see what makes it tick, learn how it works, grow from it, and then read it one more time. Introducing our brand new Poetry For All website: poetryforallpod.com! Please visit the new website to learn more about our guests, search for thematic episodes (... more

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This poem offers a humble love of the world and a leave-taking of it. It was found in the papers of Jane Mead (1958-2019), which were left to her great friend Kathleen Finneran (1957-2026), and it was published in the New Yorker in 2021 through Kathl... more

Today, joined by Professor Kirsten Lee, we read a poem about freedom written on the eve of the American Revolution by Phillis Wheatley, the first African American to publish a book of poetry. In praise to the new British Secretary of State, she guide... more

This episode brings together a collage of images to explore the meaning of time, the emergence of events from one to another, and the wonder of the unknown.

For the full text of the poem, see here:

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In a short, simple, well-loved poem, Dinah Maria Craik names one aspect of friendship that many have found true. A great way to start the new year and launch the season. Find a friend and listen in.

Friendship

Oh, the comfort—

the inexpressible co... more

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Recent Guests

Kirsten Lee
Assistant Professor of English at Auburn University
Auburn University
Episode: Episode 105: Phillis Wheatley Peters, "To the Earl of Dartmouth"
Jane Zwart
Author of 'Oddest & Oldest & Saddest & Best', teaches literature and writing at Calvin University
Orison Press
Episode: Episode 104: Jane Zwart, I read that the moon is rusting
Phillis Levin
Author of 'An Anthology of Rain' and editor of 'The Penguin Book of the Sonnet'.
Barrow Street Press
Episode: Episode 102: Phillis Levin, An Anthology of Rain
Emerald Nooksey GoingSnake
Indigenous poet from the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians and the Muscogee Nation in Oklahoma.
Episode: Episode 101: Emerald GoingSnake, Someday I'll Love--
Oksana Maksymchuk
A bilingual Ukrainian-American poet, scholar, and literary translator.
University of Pittsburgh Press and Carcanet Press
Episode: Episode 88: Oksana Maksymchuk, Tempo
Monica Ong
Visual poet and author of two books, including Planetaria
Episode: Episode 87: Monica Ong, Her Gaze
Jacob Stratman
Poet and professor at John Brown University.
John Brown University
Episode: Episode 85: Jacob Stratman, To Momento Mori
Niki Herd
Poet, author of The Stuff of Hollywood
Episode: Episode 81: Niki Herd, The Stuff of Hollywood
Shankar Vendantam
Host of Hidden Brain and former NPR correspondent
Hidden Brain
Episode: Episode 79: W.H. Auden, Musée des Beaux Arts

Hosts

Joanne Diaz
Co-host focused on guiding close readings and making poetry accessible; multiple episodes feature her collaboratively exploring poems with depth and warmth.
Abram Venne
Co-host who drives literary analysis and discussion; frequently engages with poets and students, balancing scholarly insight with approachable conversation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 261 ratings
  • Contagious enthusiasm for poetry of all kinds!

    It’s so fun to hear Abram’s and JoAnne’s love of poetry and their sense of wonder about language come through each episode. I have learned so much and laughed out loud many times…listen to this podcast even if you don’t know much about poetry!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KSMichigan
    United Statesa month ago
  • Can’t get enough

    I love each episode and listen twice at least.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TimotheusPQK
    United States3 months ago
  • Wonderful Show

    It is fantastic to listen to the close reading and exploration of poems by Ms. Diaz and Mr. Van Engen. They are both so thoughtful and engaging and bring so much care and attention to each poem. I would love to watch them live and in person! Anyone can hear their enthusiasm, it’s uplifting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aanon22
    United States6 months ago
  • Great podcast!

    I just love this podcast! I’m not sure how I found it, but I’m certainly glad I did. It’s the only one I know that has such rich and warm conversations about poetry. And I feel I’m always learning something, as well as enjoying myself listening to it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rlangleyk
    United States6 months ago
  • Excellent!

    First of all, I am obsessed with the host Boston accent. As for the content, I absolutely love how they highlight the meaning(s), form, context and tools used by each poet to create a full experience of the poem. As someone who would love to get an MFA in poetry, but doesn't have the time or money, this podcast helps me indulge my passion for verse.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChaplainLeigh
    United States7 months ago

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Thoughtful, warm, and educational; the format is welcoming and non-condescending.
Engaging hosts with accessible, close-reading discussions.
Great for readers new to poetry and for long-time lovers alike.
Depth and enthusiasm from the hosts make poetry feel alive and relevant.

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Episode 106: Jane Mead, I wonder if I will miss the moss
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about who Kathleen Finneran was?
Kathleen was a colleague of Avery, someone who helped publish the Jane Mead poem and who supported the life of poetry through friendship, mentorship, and community; the host explains that Kathleen's funeral was packed with students and friends who cherished her humility and teaching.
Episode 102: Phillis Levin, An Anthology of Rain
Q: What was your father's succinct definition of a poem?
Her father's definition was 'minimum number of lines, maximum ramifications,' which she believes succinctly captures the essence of poetry.
Episode 102: Phillis Levin, An Anthology of Rain
Q: Can you say just a word about when and how this poem came? Did this poem come to you before other poems?
Levin explains that the title poem, 'An Anthology of Rain,' came about quickly while she was writing other poems for the collection.
Episode 98: Arthur Sze, Papyrus Pantoum
Q: What is a Pantoum? How does it work?
A Pantoum is a poetic form that consists of a four-line stanza, where the second and fourth lines of the first stanza become the first and third lines of the next stanza, allowing for repeated lines with small variations.
Episode 97: Donald Justice, Pantoum of the Great Depression
Q: But the recursivity, the coming back and back, dwelling and dwelling and dwelling on memories, that's part of what this form is for.
Absolutely, the repetitive nature of the Pantoum allows poets to reflect on deep memories and experiences continually.

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What is Poetry For All about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful poetry-focused show that reads a poem, then analyzes its craft, context, and meaning with accessibility and warmth. Episodes span classic and contemporary poets, exploring form, sound, and historical or cultural background, often ending with a fresh reading. The hosts' engaging banter and collaborative approach make complex ideas inviting for poetry newcomers as well as seasoned readers, and the format often weaves reader-friendly close readings with broader literary discussion, creating a welcoming listening experience.

Noteworthy aspects include a strong emphasis on close reading, cross-poem thematic explorations, and guest voices from the poetry world. The show also regularly connects poetry to history, culture, and educati... more

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