
Each week, listen to Amanda Holmes introduce and read a poem, beautifully.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 399 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||

Amanda Holmes reads Lisel Mueller’s “Hope.” Have a suggestion for a poem by a (dead) writer? Email us: podcast@theamericanscholar.org. If we select your entry, you’ll win a copy of a poetry collection edited by David Lehman.
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Amanda Holmes reads James Merrill’s “Days of 1964.” Have a suggestion for a poem by a (dead) writer? Email us: podcast@theamericanscholar.org. If we select your entry, you’ll win a copy of a poetry collection edited by David Lehman.
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Amanda Holmes reads Frank O’Hara’s “For Grace, After a Party.” Have a suggestion for a poem by a (dead) writer? Email us: podcast@theamericanscholar.org. If we select your entry, you’ll win a copy of a poetry collection edited by David Lehman.
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Amanda Holmes reads Amy Levy’s “On the Threshold.” Have a suggestion for a poem by a (dead) writer? Email us: podcast@theamericanscholar.org. If we select your entry, you’ll win a copy of a poetry collection edited by David Lehman.
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Each episode is a journey into the lives of those whose words are precious gems; containing life lessons, nuggets of love, and producing an overwhelming wealth of admiration for all. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.
I get so much joy from listening to this as I walk my dog everyday. Marvelous!
I really enjoy these poems - just the right length for an exhausted mind! It gives me information and then straight into the poem. Perfect. Thank you.
I didn’t realize how much I needed this. Heartbreak wine on top of the bubbles of sweet champagne
Ms. Holmes’ delivery is mercifully clear and enticingly lyrical, and perhaps more importantly, she loves the material she’s presenting.
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A lyrical, literature-forward show featuring Amanda Holmes delivering intimate readings of classic and contemporary poems, paired with concise biographical context and literary analysis. Episodes showcase a diverse slate of poets and themes—from social justice and memory to love and mortality—delivered with a clear, melodic reading style that emphasizes voice and imagery. The format is accessible and listener-engaged, often inviting feedback and poem suggestions, which can make it appealing for listeners who want a personal, contemplative poetry experience that still feels thoughtfully curated and teachable for classrooms or book clubs. The show stands out for its consistent emphasis on accessibility, emotional resonance, and a broad, inter... more
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