
The Poetry Podcast is a space for listening to poems slowly — in their original languages and in translation — with care, context, and attention. Episodes explore poetry across cultures, histories, and forms. The Poetry Podcast Bookshelf: UK: uk.bookshop.org/shop/poetrypodcast US: bookshop.org (coming soon) Purchases support independent bookshops and help sustain the podcast.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 44 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Education | |||

Psalm by John Coltrane
I will do all I can to be worthy of Thee O Lord.
It all has to do with it.
Thank you God.
Peace.
There is none other.
God is. It is so beautiful.
Thank you God. God is all.
Help us to resolve our fears and weaknesses.
Thank yo... more
I dreamed I stood upon a little hill,
And at my feet there lay a ground, that seemed
Like a waste garden, flowering at its will
With buds and blossoms. There were pools that dreamed
Black and unruffled; there were white lilies
A few, and crocuses, an... more
The human heart has hidden treasures,
In secret kept, in silence sealed;—
The thoughts, the hopes, the dreams, the pleasures,
Whose charms were broken if revealed.
And days may pass in gay confusion,
And nights in rosy riot fly,
While, lost in Fame's... more
My heart aches, & a drowsy numbness pains My sense, as though of hemlock I had drunk,Or emptied some dull opiate to the drains One minute past, & Lethe-wards had sunk:'Tis not through envy of thy happy lot, But being too happy in thine happiness,— Th... more
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The Poetry Podcast is great for a short, calming way to get centred. Jessica is eloquent and her voice is soothing. Can definitely recommend giving this a listen.
3 Cheers for Jessica Munna’s “The Poetry Podcast:” her choice of Poems, often Inspired by Nature; the expressive and soothing quality of her voice and reading interpretation; and keeping each episode “bite size” length (1-4minutes) that slows down time in such a way it feels much longer.
In this way, this podcast host mirrors the qualities of the Poets she celebrates:
the ability and gift to say “so much”
within a glimpse of Time - the essence of a craft and the Depth and Joy it Nurtures.
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Dedicated to the exploration of poetic works and their meanings, this podcast emphasizes insightful readings and interpretations of various poems. Episodes often feature renowned poets and classic works, examining themes such as love, memory, and emotional depth. The host creates a calming atmosphere wherein listeners can engage with poetry in a way that celebrates the art form's ability to convey profound human experiences and emotional truths. Each episode tends to be concise, focusing on the essence of the poems while providing context and critical analysis, making it both educational and accessible for a broad audience.
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