Poet Kind Podcast

We are so much better together-let's compare notes, not ourselves-and, above all, be kind.

Camille Dungy chats with me about her poetry, activism, and the need for artists to step into the conversation.

I had a great chat with poet Camille Dungy about her new book, Trophic Cascade,  and the role poets and other creatives can play in shaping society.

09-28
01:01:18

Joseph Fasano

Poet and novelist Joseph Fasano sat down with me to talk about his new book, his poetry, and why art matters in this moment.

09-14
45:02

Holly Wren Spaulding on Poet Kind

I sat down with writer, teacher, and generous soul Holly Wren Spaulding and we talked about her new book Familiars--and  few other things along the way.

11-30
50:16

The Generosity, a new poetry collection from Lucy Shaw

Today I talk about Lucy Shaw's new book, The Generosity.

10-14
13:39

Simply, Rota

Rota, a poet and lawyer, popped in to talk about his new book, Giveth and Taketh. You can also visit his Spotify account to hear more! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6GBmL2qyl63kQxFyUKeAKb?si=ulxpH5QbSZyCxkUujbxSuA

07-22
32:22

Margaret B Ingraham

I had the opportunity to sit down with poet Margaret Ingraham. We chatted about her new book, Exploring This Terrain, her experiences with VCCA, and-of course-the world we find ourselves in now.

07-15
53:15

It's not Poetry, but it works

No, I mean it, it's not poetry but it's something I thought you should know.

06-17
05:13

Season 4 episode 9 Padraig Ó Tuama

I sat down with Padraig Ó Tuama to chat about his poetry and so much more.

04-30
54:35

Season 4 Episode 8 Jericho Brown

I fell in love with Jericho Brown's most recent, award winning book of poetry-The Tradition and I am excited to share this conversation with you on today's episode!

04-22
40:06

Support Your Local Small Bookstores!

Now more than ever we need to be conscious of where our dollars go. Buying local may be the difference between some of your favorite small businesses-especially book stores-reopening their doors once it is safe to do so!

04-02
21:14

Bonus Episode: How to Cope during Corona

I talked with therapist Wendy Elzinga, who shared techniques for coping during this less than normal time.

03-29
33:12

Season 4: Episode 4 with Angela Alaimo O'Donnell

Today we celebrate the birthday of Flannery O'Connor by chatting with Angela Alaimo O'Donnell, the writer of Andalusian Hours, Poems from the Porch of Flannery O'Connor.

03-25
29:58

Season 4: Episode 3 Chris Wheeler

Today I chat with writer, storyteller, and poet Chris Wheeler about his new, and first, book of poetry, Solace.

03-11
34:14

Season 4: Episode 2 Josh Martin of Green Street Poetry and Toho Journal

I thoroughly enjoyed talking with Josh Martin of Green Street Poetry and Toho Journal. He is also a writer in his own right and we got to chat about all the great work he is doing as well as the dynamic community that is forming as a result.

03-03
30:50

Season 3: Episode 10 A farewell to 2019 and a Hey Howdy to Poet Joel Ciaccio

I chat with poet Joel Ciaccio about his work, his podcast, Hack Sessions, and about what makes him tick. I also bid farewell to 2019 and thank my guests and listeners for their generous support and encouragement!

12-12
53:09

Welcome to Episode 9 of Season 3 with our Guest, Author Meagan Lucas

Meagan Lucas, author or Songbirds & Stray Dog joins me today and we talk about her book, writing advice, thick skin, and all the many things that keep her busy. There may be laughter too ...

11-20
41:37

Rose & Cloud visits PK for episode 8 of season 3

I sat down with the duo, Rose & Cloud, and did in fact establish that they are a duo not a quartet...

11-14
58:19

Jane Kirkpatrick Season 3 Episode 7

Today I am joined by Jane Kirkpatrick, New York Times best-selling, award winning author and rattlesnake fighter...wait, what?

10-29
46:53

Tina Chang Season 3, Episode 6

I am finally back and I couldn't be more excited about bringing you the poet Tina Chang.  Her new book, Hybrida, is out and it is one of the best books of poetry to come my way. Join me as I welcome Tina to Poet Kind!

10-23
01:05:18

We keep things simple for Episode 4 of Season 3...

A little Collins, a little Keats and a lot about autumn and what I am reading with the change of seasons...

09-25
08:21

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