Halloween Special 2023

Words That Burn Halloween Special 2023Step into the shadowy world of poetry with the Words That Burn Halloween Special. This episode meticulously unravels the spine-tingling works of three legendary poets: Emily Dickinson, Linda Pastan, and Lord Alfred Tennyson.Emily Dickinson's "One Need Not Be a Chamber": Venture into the eerie corridors of the human mind, where Dickinson masterfully illustrates that the most profound hauntings come not from external specters but from our innermost fears and memories.Linda Pastan's "The Deathwatch Beetle": Experience a haunting narrative that echoes the style of Edgar Allan Poe, delving deep into the psyche's unraveling amidst the omnipresent ticking of the deathwatch beetle—a symbol of impending doom.Lord Alfred Tennyson's "The Kraken": Plunge into the abyssal depths of the ocean, where Tennyson paints a vivid picture of a monstrous creature, stirring theories that it might have inspired the infamous Cthulhu mythos.This episode promises not just a poetic journey but an immersive experience that intertwines literature, history, and the supernaturaIf this episode sends shivers down your spine, don't forget to leave a review and share the chilling experience with your friends. Light a candle, dim the lights, and prepare for a poetic journey that promises to haunt long after the episode ends. Wishing you a truly terrifying Halloween!Get In Touch:Read the Script on SubstackFollow the Podcast On InstagramFollow the Podcast on X/TwitterFollow the Podcast on TiktokThe music in this episode is I Did It by Alon Peretz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.