The Poetry Doctor

<p>It's time for some healing poetic magic! The Poetry Doctor is a podcast that prescribes poems to whatever ails its listeners. If you are struggling, need support, or just a listening ear, then let the Poetry Doctor, the lovely Hauwa Saleh, share some soothing words to make it all better.</p><p>You are not alone. Poetry's got your back.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Love after Love By Derek Walcott

In this amazing episode of Poetry Doctor, Hauwa recites a piece by Saint Lucian poet and playwright, Derek Walcott. It is titled Love After Love and will certainly put your mind at ease during these difficult times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-20
01:20

Shadows by Hauwa Saleh

On this episode, Hauwa intrigues us with a piece of her own from the collection of poems, How To Practice Forgetting. It is titled Shadows and is one of her rare forays into the realm of romance.Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11-27
01:23

Healing by Naya Jones

In this episode of Poetry Doctor, Hauwa recites a poem by Naya Jones titled Healing. It's all about self love and how it influences (or doesn't) how we love others.Have a great listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-12
04:16

Is this why we have nightmares? by Chika Jones

On this episode, Hauwa reads the poem Is this why we have nightmares? by Chika Jones. It is a poem that touches on violence against women and girls. And calls us to stand up for what is right.Please listen! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-12
04:12

Catfish by Wana Udobang

Listen as the Poetry Doctor uses her soothing voice to read the poem Catfish by Wana Udobang. No point and kill here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-28
02:28

Introduction to Season 2

Welcome to season 2 of the Poetry Doctor Podcast. Hauwa will be reading poems to cure you of all ailments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-27
00:40

Titanic by Laura Brown-Lavoie

A poem by Laura Brown-Lavoie.Recommended by Poetry Doctor.Watch Laura perform Titanic at WOWPS 2013 here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-15
06:37

The Visitor by Jeong Hyeonjong

A poem by Jeong Hyeonjong, which appeared in his 2009 anthology, Island.Recommended by Poetry Doctor.You can read the poem here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-15
00:48

I Too (Just Like You) by Bilal Moon

A poem by Bilal Moon.Recommended by Poetry Doctor for a mysterious listener.Watch Bilal perform his poem at Button Poetry Live here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-15
04:04

Mirrors by Hauwa Saleh Abubakar

A poem by Hauwa Saleh Abubakar, aka Poetry Doctor.A piece on anxiety for he who must not be named.Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-15
02:37

Bones by Titilope Sonuga

A poem by Titilope Sonuga.Recommended for Sumayya Ja'eh.Watch Titilope render her poem here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-15
00:57

Self-portrait with Yellow Dress by Safia Elhillo

A poem by Safia Elhillo.Requested by Hauwa Shafii Nuhu.Watch Safia perform her poem live at AfroPunk AfterDark Presents: The Strivers Row "Black Joy," here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-15
02:00

Home by Warsan Shire

A poem by Warsan Shire.Recommended by Poetry Doctor.Listen to Warsan rendering her poem here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-15
03:15

The Nutritionist by Andrea Gibson

A poem by Andrea Gibson.Recommended for someone slipping into depression who prefers not to be named.Watch Andrea perform The Nutritionist at Camp Bar here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-15
05:52

Phenomenal Woman by Maya Angelou

A poem by Maya Angelou.Recommended for Nadia who is in need of a feel good poem.Listen to Maya recite her poem here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-15
02:14

This is not a Political Poem by Efe Paul Azino

A Poem by Efe Paul Azino.Recommended by Poetry Doctor.Watch Efe recite his poem here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-15
03:35

Humans as Homes by AB_Wordsmith

A poem by AB_Wordsmith.Recommended by Poetry Doctor.Check out his profile on Ayamba LitCast here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-15
01:10

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