Disappointed and discouraged
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“If your interested in knowing why Americans are not interested in poetry, this is the reason. A great disservice to those of us incapable of writing such an art form, yet yearning to understand the complex art of the ancient wordsmiths of human culture. When a expert professor explains “You know” and fillers with “So ...” who can not think: If I knew I wouldn’t be listening to this...and especially to you.”
A podcast of confirmation bias.
I have canceled my subscription to “Poetry” magazine with many poems that sound like prose, and when mortal time permitting, I read a great poem in text. Although, I have read some very moving poems in that well intentioned journal. Sad, is the mismatch of mission and message.
My advice to the time restrained, busy lovers of poetry seeking inspiration: use unforgiving Time well and read a good poem.”
August Consumer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/29/18
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“I appreciated the most recent podcast for its brief clip of the poet's voice - A.R. Ammons. The poem that Ammons reads aloud (from a Live reading in New York in 1996) is "Still." It IS A.R. Ammons projecting his American voice. However, the two commentators undermine Ammons'...”Read full review »
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United States of America ·
07/09/08
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“Found in the pandemic and love this podcast so much. Have had many great poets I didn’t know brought to my attention and love Helena’s voice and style of conversation with the poets.
Lots of deep insights into the work and poets themselves.
Totally addictive listening, I listen to it every week...”Read full review »
Ciara E White via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/20/22
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“I enjoy being exposed to new poetry and poets. Hearing the conversations and insights has really helped me in examining the way I look at life and has had a tangible effect on my life.”
Isaac😂 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/26/20
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