
Ryan and Leon are delighted to bring you your NEW favourite poetry podcast, exploring the work of poets old and new, with a little bit of craic mixed in.We'll share our love of poetry every week, taking you on a journey through work from poets you'll have heard of, as well as poets you may not have heard of and even people you had no idea wrote poetry.!We'll also help with our Agony Poet part of t... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 75 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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In this week’s episode we look at the conflict and tension that comes natural when there is out you like from awful people. Sparked by the new Michael Jackson biopic, we discuss.
We also share a poem from Tim Buckley, the father of actor Jessie Buck... more
Poems from the show:
Aisling Bonner - Dublin, Oh Dublin (Taken from RTE's 2FM Breakfast Show)
Aisling Bonner (@aisling_bon) | TikTok
Robert Sheehan - Untitled Poem
Robert Sheehan - IMDb
Claudine Tierney - Willie Daly, Matchmaker Extraordinaire more
This week's show we keep it a little lighter, but I think in doing so we accidentally got a bit macho. Nightmare really. Especially that chat we have about what dog should you aspire to be. That was definitely a toxic conversation lol.
Anyway! Poems... more
Trigger warning: This episode includes subjects that some listeners might find difficult to listen to, including sexual assault and rape.
If you are a long-time listener, you'll know that we like to keep it light. However, we felt after reading the ... more
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Everything that poetry should be about - fun but deep and lighthearted yet spiritual
Keep up the good work
Do live show and come to London
Big love
Only a few minutes in and am a fan already! đź©·
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A warm, witty exploration of poetry with a strong emphasis on both established and emerging voices, plus plenty of Irish cultural context. Episodes blend readings, author conversations, and playful banter, often weaving personal stories, live performances, and thought-provoking themes around creativity, mental health, and community. A standout feature is the Agony Poet format, offering concise poetic problem-solving that pairs accessibility with depth, making it a welcoming entry point for poetry newcomers and a satisfying hub for seasoned readers alike.
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