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<p>Today’s poem, though brief, is arguably “bigger on the inside,” just like its subject. Happy reading.</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://dailypoempod.substack.com/ ... Show More

<p>It’s one thing to write a poem claiming poetry should show rather than tell; it is another thing entirely for that poem to follow its own advice. Happy reading.</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus ... Show More

<p>In today’s poem (sometimes printed alternatively as “<em>Letter</em> to a Young Friend”), Scotland’s national poet gives life advice with his characteristic blend of sincerity and levity. Happy reading!</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with ... Show More

<p>Today’s poem is Echo by Christina Rossetti. </p><br/><p>The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Major writes… “Today’s poem calls back to a deceased beloved, to return to this side of existence, to traverse the layers of time — an incantation that wishes to ... Show More

<p>Today’s poem is Nude by James Kelly Quigley.</p><br/><p>The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Major writes… “I long to write poems of a mystical nature, where the wisdom of the ages is carried forth in new forms and phrases. Today’s brief poem, in its asso ... Show More

<p>Today’s poem is Childhood by David Baker. </p><br/><p>The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. We’re taking a break this week, so we’re sharing some of our favorite episodes from the archive. We’ll be back with new episodes on January 6, 2025. This episode was originally rele ... Show More

<p>Today’s poem is Ode to Bones by Lynne Thompson. </p><br/><p>The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. We’re taking a break this week, so we’re sharing some of our favorite episodes from the archive. We’ll be back with new episodes on January 6, 2025. This episode was originall ... Show More

<p>Today’s poem is One Art by Elizabeth Bishop. </p><br/><p>This spring, we asked our community to submit poems that have helped you slow down in your lives. Thank you to the nearly 300 of you who sent us poems to read and enjoy. This week we’re featuring the team’s selections. T ... Show More

Today’s poem is New York Address by Linda Gregg. The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Maggie writes… “Today’s poem captures that feeling when you’ve just had it—you’ve absolutely hit your limit. But at the same time, you realize that you’re the only person w ... Show More

<p>Today’s poem is Mami Told Me to Put Water under the Bed by Peggy Robles-Alvarado. The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. </p><br/><p>In this episode, Major writes… “Today’s poem professes the healing properties of water and the restorative powers of language to renew our co ... Show More

<p>Today’s poem is Orientation by Cindy Juyoung Ok.</p><br/><p>The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. We’re taking a break this week, so we’re sharing some of our favorite episodes from the archive. This episode was originally released on June 12, 2024. In this episode, Major ... Show More

<p>Today’s poem is Nature Poem About Flowers by Matthew Rohrer. </p><br/><p>The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Major writes… “They say clothes make the man. Frequently though, clothes hide the person, particularly a person’s depth of feeling.” </p><br/><p> ... Show More