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Something Borrowed Podcast With Harry Baker

Harry Baker
Poetry
Mental Health
Music
Joshua Idehen
Fatherhood
Comedy
Love
Poetry Slam
Greenbelt Festival
Online Poetry Readings
Books
Politics
Sweden
Christmas
Performing Arts
Parenthood
Live Performance
Identity
Margate
Human Experience

A live performance podcast hosted by World Poetry Slam Champion Harry Baker featuring special guests from the worlds of poetry, comedy and music.

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Latest Episodes

Hello Friends - we're back with another banger! The people's champ Georgie Jones has come back by popular demand (from myself and someone who wrote it in chalk on the seafront) and it was WORTH IT. Combining stunning poems with great chat and an appr... more

We're back with another banger - Rachel Long was the season finale to our first series of the podcast back when everything was online, so it was a joy to have her in person as a new Margate Local! 

Recorded in October last year and released just in ... more

Hello friends - we are back with what can only be described as a classic. Returning to the glorious ARK in Margate with the glorious Caitlin O'Ryan. Caitlin is a brilliant poet and actor and was also the host for my favourite podcast guest appearance... more

Hello Friends,

Our final international instalment comes all the way from mighty Scotland! Streamed live at Greenbelt Festival, I am joined by the fantastic Len Pennie to talk about her new collection Poems Annaw (now a Sunday Times bestseller!), how... more

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Recent Guests

Rachel Long
Poet, author of Sparrow on the Rooftop
Author, Poet
Episode: S5E5: Rachel Long - Staying Curious
Caitlin O'Ryan
Guest poet and performer discussed in the episode
Independent poet/performer
Episode: S5E4: Caitlin O'Ryan - I’d Never Seen Poetry As Something Cool and Political
Len Pennie
Scottish poet known for her work on love, mental health, and the Scots language
Independent Poet
Episode: S5E3: Len Pennie - Poetry Is Not Therapy but Therapy Is Therapy
Luka Lesson
International poet from Australia, known for exploring themes of culture and identity in his work.
Independent artist
Episode: S5E2: Luka Lesson - We Embody Our Poems
Lyndsay Rush
Poet and Instagram personality known as Mary Oliver's Drunk Cousin
Episode: S5E1: Lyndsay Rush AKA Mary Oliver's Drunk Cousin - Radicalised by Whimsy
Lemn Sissay
Renowned poet and activist
Episode: S4E10: Lemn Sissay - Standing By Your Word
Hollie Mcnish
Prominent poet known for her exploration of themes around motherhood, identity, and societal norms in her work.
Episode: S4E8: Hollie McNish - The Trouble with Poetry
Maria Ferguson
Poet and author, known for her work on motherhood and identity
Penguin
Episode: S4E7: Maria Ferguson - I Wanted to Write About the Sticky Bits
Rob Auton
Poet and comedian known for his unique performances and thematic shows
Episode: S4E5: Rob Auton - Here For The Human Experience

Host

Harry Baker
Host of Something Borrowed Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Refreshing and humbling!

    After finding you from “Joy Finds You”, I’m hooked. You bring a little bit of everything good with each show, laughter, sadness, joy. I’m truely grateful to you and your guests for sharing. I love the longer shows with a good mix of poems and chat, make them longer if you want ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rack CT
    Australia2 years ago
  • Delightful

    Love the poetry shared in this podcast! I only with the poems were timestamped in the description, it would make them much easier to revisit and share.

    Cheers Harry

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Screaming Bob Gunderson
    United States3 years ago
  • Great!

    A wonderful concept. I look forward to each episode and it never disappoints.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xezena.
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • What a wonderful format to fully explore a poets work. Harry is such a warm and welcoming host.

    Podchaser
    5
    I Am Loud Pro
    5 years ago
  • Enjoyable

    A very enjoyable podcast that introduces you to many great poets and poems with additional explanations and great conversations ;-)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Igt16
    Denmark6 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the mix of poetry and personal storytelling; live shows feel intimate and inviting.
Some listeners wish for more timestamped poetry segments for revisiting favorites.
Polished host with warm interview style and strong live performance energy.
Positive feedback on guest diversity and depth of conversation.
Guests are well-m chosen to explore big ideas with accessibility and humor.

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S5E3: Len Pennie - Poetry Is Not Therapy but Therapy Is Therapy
Q: How does public performance compare to sharing poetry online?
Doing things online felt safe, while performing in person is more anxiety-inducing because you can see the audience's reactions.
S5E3: Len Pennie - Poetry Is Not Therapy but Therapy Is Therapy
Q: How did you start writing poetry?
I started writing in 2020 after I had left an abusive relationship and I needed something to do.
S5E2: Luka Lesson - We Embody Our Poems
Q: Was slam poetry part of your route into performing? How did that influence your journey?
Slam poetry was a significant entry point for both speakers, allowing for immediate audience feedback and development of performance skills, creating intense emotional connections.
S5E2: Luka Lesson - We Embody Our Poems
Q: How do poems change over time for you?
Poems can evolve as they embody different emotions and experiences; the significance of the poem may shift, leading poets to choose whether to update them or preserve them as snapshots of their past.
S5E1: Lyndsay Rush AKA Mary Oliver's Drunk Cousin - Radicalised by Whimsy
Q: Have you got another book in you? What's sort of next for you?
I found myself writing a lot about motherhood and plan for the next book to explore life transitions and experiences, especially around growing older.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Rachel Long
2. Caitlin O'Ryan
3. Len Pennie
4. Luka Lesson
5. Lyndsay Rush
6. Lemn Sissay
7. Hollie Mcnish
8. Maria Ferguson

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