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The Poet and The Poem

Grace Cavalieri
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Refresh your life with THE POET AND THE POEM. Hear America’s most beloved poets in reading and conversation. Award winning poet/host Grace Cavalieri presents poets reading their work and talking about their art. After 41 years consecutive on public radio, cited by The Encyclopedia of Broadcasting for longevity, THE POET AND THE POEM has made history for one reason: It’s powerful. Voted top in the ... more

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Two prominent poets writing/ furthering Italian American heritage in the context of today's canon.

Roberta Beary is the international roving ambassador for The Haiku Foundation. She takes Haibun to a new enduring level.

Jason Gebhardt is the winner of the Washington Writers' Publishing House 50th Anniversary Editor's Poetry Prize for "DICTIONARY OF AIR." He lives in Washington, DC with his family and works as a preschool teacher.

Christopher Gorham is the 20th awardee of the Marfield Prize for Writing in the Arts: "Matisse and World War I."

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Recent Guests

Maria Giura
Poet from New York; author of What My Father Taught Me and other works
New York, United States
Episode: Julia Lisella and Maria Giura
Julia Lisella
Poet from Boston; author of Our Lively Kingdom
Boston, United States
Episode: Julia Lisella and Maria Giura
Roberta Beary
Prize-winning poet and author of Crazy Bitches; Haibun/Haiku practitioner
Poet and author
Episode: Roberta Beary
Jason Gebhardt
Poet and author of Dictionary Of Air
Author, Dictionary Of Air
Episode: Jason Gebhardt
Christopher Gorham
Author of Matisse at War
Author, Historian
Episode: Christopher Gorham
Marc Vincenz
Poet, multilingual author, translator, editor, musician
Author of No More Animal Poems; editor of Mad Hat; translation of Klaus Mertz
Episode: Marc Vincenz
Carol Moldaw
Poet, author of Go Figure
Santa Fe, NM
Episode: Carol Moldaw
Sistah Joy Alford
Inaugural poet laureate of Prince George's County, community organizer, and founder of Collective Voices
Prince George's County Poet Laureate, Collective Voices
Episode: Diane Wilbon Parks and Sistah Joy
Kadija Sesay
Sierra Leonean-British scholar, activist, and poet
Poet and Scholar; Kluge Center at Library of Congress; Howard University
Episode: Kadija Sesay

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • BEST PODCAST EVER

    If I could rate it 6 stars I would !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cheer123456789000373671
    United States2 years ago
  • My favorite way to start the day

    The breadth of poets and poetry is inspiring and highly entertaining. Grace Cavalieri is a brilliant guide and host that allows the artists to shine with their works of art. Every episode is well thought out and prepared so that no moment is dull or wasted, while also leaving room for spontaneity. Thank you for this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NicD413
    United States4 years ago
  • Very Thoughtful Podcast

    I have a picky ear, but Grace does a wonderful job interviewing the poet. She’s genuinely lovingly interested in the person, and it has an heir of inspiration that’s natural and doesn’t feel contrived. Please continues to make more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the100thperfecf
    United States4 years ago
  • Poetry at Its Best

    Grace Cavalieri’s interviews bring out the best in poets. Her questions elicit answers that reveal the poet’s inner thoughts and feelings. Each episode helps us to appreciate a particular poet and better understand his or her poems. Grace offers us a very enlightening listening experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    janepoetry
    United States6 years ago
  • A brilliant poet interviews poets

    Cavalieri interviews such a variety of gifted poets. I wander through this garden of poet podcasts and the artists’ words like bird songs enchant me as I pause and listen. Cavalieri gives the poets time to read their poems to us.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JFB 1
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the host's thoughtful interviewing style and depth of literary knowledge.
The show is seen as a landmark chronicle of American poetry with a dedicated following.
Audiences value the candid readings that illuminate poets' inner lives and craft.
Guests are described as varied and talented, with strong readings and insightful conversations.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Marc Vincenz
Q: What drives you to continue writing in such inventive ways?
Vincenz emphasizes exploring possibilities deeply across form and subject matter, using different characters and voices to push creative boundaries.
Kadija Sesay
Q: How does community influence your writing?
She describes writing as a communal act, emphasizing the importance of writing groups and community centers in the UK for nurturing poets.
Kadija Sesay
Q: How do you begin a poem?
She talks about gathering images and phrases from everyday life and experiences, sometimes starting with a phrase or a photograph, and often writing in a community setting.
Kadija Sesay
Q: What are you doing in America?
Kadija explains she is researching print networks of African diaspora magazines, studying Black British literature at Howard University, and teaching as a visiting scholar.
Ellen Carter
Q: Why is this the poem that you needed to write?
Ellen explains that writing often begins as a prompt or prompt-like seed, and the meaning unfolds as the poem evolves, reflecting a belief that endings aren't known at the start and that trust in the process is essential.

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A thoughtful interview-centric series that showcases poets reading their work and discussing craft, craft, and the cultural contexts around poetry. Guests span established and emerging poets, scholars, and activists, with conversations that mix readings, memoir-style storytelling, and reflections on art, identity, and society. The show tends to center language, memory, and community impact, often pairing intimate readings with deep dives into craft and publishing. Its longevity and consistent focus on literary voices likely attract educated, arts-minded listeners who enjoy thoughtful, studio-quality conversations and readings from diverse poetic traditions.

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7. Carol Moldaw
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