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The Glimpse: A Poetry Podcast

Seán Hewitt
Poetry
Irish Poetry
Grief
Poetic Process
Identity
Creative Process
Hope
Exile
Silence
Trans Identity
Personal Growth
Congolese Culture
Stephen Sexton
Kit Fryatt
Kaveh Akbar
Love
Violence
American Society
Solmaz Sharif's Poetry
Fertility

Our second season of The Glimpse is here, featuring lively conversations between poets about their work and about poems that inspire them.

Our host for this season, Seán Hewitt, interviews poets connected to Ireland, including Irish, Northern Irish, and diasporic poets. Guest poets for Season 2 include Victoria Kennefick, Mícheál McCann, Nithy Kasa, Kit Fryatt, Martina Evans, Stephen Sexton, Gusta... more

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Jane Clarke joins Seán Hewitt for the final episode in this season of The Glimpse, discussing the power of writing with restraint, dry stone walls, and bringing queerness to the Irish pastoral tradition. Jane reads her poem “Spalls” and Natasha Treth... more

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Poet Gustav Parker Hibbett joins host Seán Hewitt for a chat about metamorphosis poems, trusting the rhythm of the body, and Joni Mitchell’s artistic betrayal. Parker reads their poem “Joni Mitchell dresses up as me (parts one and two)” and Donika Ke... more

Poet Stephen Sexton speaks with host Seán Hewitt about the need for mystery, the exoticism of American English, and making meaning with the reader. Stephen reads his poem “The Capital of Heaven” and Oni Buchanan’s poem “The Only Yak in Batesville, Vi... more

Poet Martina Evans and host Seán Hewitt take part in a wide-ranging conversation on the connection between place and voice, the pressure of living, sun worship, and, of course, cats. Martina reads her poem “The Day My Cat Spoke to Me” and Frank O’Har... more

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Recent Guests

Gustav Parker Hibbett
A poet and essayist, author of High Jump as Icarus Story
Banshee Press
Episode: A Chorus of Selves
Stephen Sexton
Poet and author known for his works that blend personal and philosophical themes, recipient of the Forward Prize for Best Collection.
Queen's University Belfast
Episode: Are You with Me?
Kit Fryatt
Poet and author known for blending ancient and modern poetry
Dublin City University
Episode: A Dizzying Range of Meaning
Victoria Kennefick
Poet whose debut collection won the Seamus Heaney First Collection Poetry Prize.
Episode: Something Has to Shatter
Míchéal McCann
An Irish poet discussing contemporary poetic processes.
Episode: The Glimpse Season Two Trailer
Martina Evans
Episode: The Glimpse Season Two Trailer
Parker Hibbert
Episode: The Glimpse Season Two Trailer
Nithy Kasa
Episode: The Glimpse Season Two Trailer
Jane Clarke
Episode: The Glimpse Season Two Trailer

Hosts

Seán Hewitt
Host known for his insightful engagements in discussions around poetry and literary critique.
Camille Rankine
Former host, noted for her thoughtful interviews and contributions to contemporary poetry discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Audio page turning…

    Upon listening to the trailer of the show, I couldn’t wait to crack open the first episode to hear what was in store, and 8 episodes later I found myself longing for more! What an experience. Camille Rankine guides an intriguing expedition through various fields of poetry featuring a passionate array of guests sharing their original prose, as well as selections from their favorite scribes, offering insight, humor, and perspective that is wholly compelling. Solid production and sound design. ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raydioboy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thinking through poems

    Rankine is an unusually sensitive reader of poetry, taking what is usually considered “shop” and inviting listeners to think of a poet’s work as thinking labor—a trade.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bookswimming
    United Statesa year ago
  • Poets on the poems they live

    This podcast is like listening in on a warm, friendly chat about poetry between friends, who both just happen to be incredibly talented and insightful poets. Each episode is like a mini-masterclass in contemporary poetry. Love John Murillo! 🔥🔥🔥

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amyinnewyork
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good for poetry newbies and scholars alike

    This is a very kind and nonthreatening introduction to poetry for anyone who is interested but intimidated by poetry. The highlight of a contemporary poet makes the poems and content relevant.

    I like that in addition to speaking to the poets about their work and having them read one of their own poems, you also delve into their influences and have them read a poet who inspired them. This shows how truly timeless themes in poetry can be and again, is an inspired and compelling way to introduce m... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katnap3
    United Statesa year ago
  • Can’t wait for this…

    … this looks fantastic. Can’t wait for it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fm2222
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep, insightful conversations about poetry, feeling engaged and moved by the discussions.

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The Language of the Cat
Q: Do you often find yourself having that experience where you read poems or listen to music and a poem is jogged out of you?
Yes, it happens often; it can come in various ways, influenced by films or things people say.
The Language of the Cat
Q: How do you go about capturing voices on the page?
I think it’s something you inherit, and I’m very interested in how place and voice are connected.
A Poet, Not a Murderer with Rachel McKibbens
Q: What was your reaction upon first hearing Brigit Pegeen Kelly's poem, "Song"?
Rachel describes feeling an immediate connection and ownership of the poem, likening its impact to significant moments in her own life.
A Poet, Not a Murderer with Rachel McKibbens
Q: How do you decide what intimacy you're offering your readers and what to hold back?
Rachel explains that she is willing to give enough to show vulnerability and ferocity in motherhood but will not overspend her own self.
Where the Voice Wants to Stop
Q: Would you tell us a little bit about the poem you're going to read for us today?
The poem, 'My People Dance by Their Hips', flows from Kasa's fascination with waist beads and their cultural significance in Congolese heritage.

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Focused on the art of poetry, the content features engaging conversations between poets discussing both their original works and the influences behind their creations. With an emphasis on poetry connected to Ireland, including contributions from Irish, Northern Irish, and diasporic poets, the varied themes explored in episodes range from personal identity and cultural narratives to profound emotional experiences tied to social issues. Episodes are highlighted by a unique aspect where each guest shares two poems—one they have written and another that has significantly influenced them, allowing listeners to gain insight into the minds of contemporary poets as they navigate both literary and real-world contexts. Additionally, the production qu... more

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2. Stephen Sexton
3. Kit Fryatt
4. Victoria Kennefick
5. Míchéal McCann
6. Martina Evans
7. Parker Hibbert
8. Nithy Kasa

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