
Producer Helena de Groot talks to poets about language, dreams, love and loss, identity, connection, anger, discomfort, the creative process, the state of the world and the world of the soul. Hard conversations are welcomed—laughter is, too.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 99 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsBooksEducation | |||

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There are so many poetry podcasts out there, but this one stands out — in a way that's enjoyable for both writers and non-writers — because of the depth and specificity of the questions asked.
These are questions that go beyond craft, into a person's mind, history, and humanity. Some questions are surprisingly direct and personal, which another interviewer might be afraid to ask, and they consistently take the conversation to new places that other podcasts don't reach. You can tell the guests a... more
What a beautiful podcast! Whenever I need to breathe, to remember that softness and depth still exist in the world, I find my way back to de Groot and her special guests!!
I experience a moment of joy every time a new episode arrives. Thank you for your consistently interesting and enriching interviews.
This podcast has been healing broken parts of my soul every time I listen to one of the episodes on my way to college the past three years! The host’s voice and the great stories of the guests are very therapeutic to me, and as a poet myself, I wish to be a guest of the podcast one day.
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The content focuses extensively on poetry as a medium for exploring complex themes such as identity, love, loss, and the creative process. It features intimate discussions between the host and a diverse range of poets, which often traverse personal narratives and societal issues. Noteworthy is the welcoming of challenging conversations alongside moments of humor, allowing for a rich tapestry of human experience to unfold. Listeners can expect to encounter a blend of poignant insights and creative expressions that highlight the interconnectedness of personal and collective stories.
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