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Read Me a Poem

The American Scholar
Poetry
Nature
Love
Jane Kenyon
The American Scholar
Emily Dickinson
Mark Strand
Wallace Stevens
Louis Macneice
Lucille Clifton
A. R. Ammons
Louise Glück
Ruth Stone
Nizar Qabbani
Holocaust
Donald Hall
Childhood Memories
Stevie Smith
Elizabeth Bishop
Adrienne Rich

Each week, listen to Amanda Holmes introduce and read a poem, beautifully.

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Latest Episodes

Amanda Holmes reads James Baldwin’s “The Giver.” 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 Emily Dickinson’s “Wild Nights—Wild Nights!” 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 Henry Sloss’s “Homecoming.” 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 Audre Lorde’s “Now That I Am Forever With Child.” 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.... more

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Recent Guests

Grace Cavalieri
Poet; Maryland's poet laureate; host of The Poet and The Poem
Maryland Poet Laureate; The Poet and The Poem (Library of Congress radio series)
Episode: “A Field of Finches Without Sight Still Singing” by Grace Cavalieri
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Episode: “In Love You Rise” by Ibrahim Nasrallah
David Gewanter
An American poet, editor, and essayist.
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Episode: “Stick the Landing” by David Gewanter

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Amanda Holmes
Host of Read Me a Poem; leads readings and contextual discussion.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 686 ratings
  • Truly Inspirational!

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dronie Love
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantastic!

    I get so much joy from listening to this as I walk my dog everyday. Marvelous!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Literally Upsidedown
    United States3 years ago
  • Wonderful way to unwind

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leonardo Di Luxy
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Amazing

    I didn’t realize how much I needed this. Heartbreak wine on top of the bubbles of sweet champagne

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shane Cobalt
    United States6 years ago
  • Clarity and Affection

    Ms. Holmes’ delivery is mercifully clear and enticingly lyrical, and perhaps more importantly, she loves the material she’s presenting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vytvtyvytvty
    United States6 years ago

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The short format with listener feedback invites ongoing engagement and discovery.
Listeners appreciate the varied, thoughtfully chosen poems.
Host has a clear, lyrical delivery and a compassionate reading style.

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What is Read Me a Poem about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners are drawn to intimate, well-read poetry sessions where a single host introduces and performs a diverse range of poems. Episodes emphasize close reading, biographical context, and thoughtful commentary that ties classic and contemporary pieces to personal experience, memory, and place. The format tends to be concise but richly sensory, making poetry approachable for both literature lovers and casual listeners seeking a soothing, reflective listening experience. A standout element is the host's clear, lyrical delivery and the invitation for listener feedback, which helps sustain engagement and discover future selections. The show appears to appeal to educated audiences who value literary craft, cultural context, and a calm, immersiv... more

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